Site Engineer

Site Engineer

Vacancy Details

• LocationCarlisle, Cumbria, UK

• Job TypeFull Time, Permanent

• SalaryNegotiable DoE

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Site Engineer who is based in Cumbria and has the ability to work in a dynamic environment based on the Sellafield Site.

Job Role

• Understand and interpret the drawings and specifications
• Provide engineering expertise and support to the project team
• Monitor works in progress
• Setting out as required
• Provide progress information to enable the commercial team to review
• Report any deviances from survey to project/contracts manager
• Implement and monitor all systems and procedures and ensure effective operation
• Ensure effective communication to all parties
• Utilise company ICT systems currently in place
• Maintain awareness of DSD Construction and safety requirements and standards
• Proactively keep up to date with the current and changing status of the project
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records for archive
• Input into site activities where appropriate and required
• Offer support and advise on problem areas
• Proactively contribute to effective teamwork
• Identify training and development needs of self, and others as identified
• Support training and development needs of others
• Provide technical advice and support
• Maintain a professionalism throughout and be a reliable point of contact on engineering issues
• Improve on and develop customer relationships
• Ensure effective communication with relevant parties
• Promote and present a professional DSD Construction image to suppliers and clients
• Monitor and report on performance
• Build effective relationships to establish two-way dialogue
• Ensure a working environment exists which encourages teamwork
• Influence and support to innovate and achieve optimum solutions
• Provide key information for the commercial team on re-measures and claims
• Monitor labour and sub-contractor activity
• Involvement in method statement approval and monitoring compliance

Qualifications, training & technical knowledge

• HNC/HND in Building Studies (or equivalent)
• SMSTS (5 day course)
• Qualified First Aider
• Relevant CSCS card

Attributes & skills

• Ability to work in a team environment contributing across a project, site or area
• Good management skills, with the ability to motivate self and colleagues to perform
• Good planning and time management skills; able to manage activities simultaneously within compromising on standards and quality
• Ability to ensure standards and specifications are met
• Ability to work with colleagues to contribute to project and operational performance
• Sound knowledge of construction practises and standards
• Specialist knowledge in civil engineering

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