Senior Engineer

As a Senior Engineer, you will report to the Site Agent/Project Manager and will oversee engineering operations on the project. Your role will involve ensuring that construction aligns with contract drawings, specifications, and procedures while managing site and trainee engineers., + Write/check RAMS and TBS, communicate to the workforce, and monitor compliance.
+ Contribute to safety targets and uphold a zero-tolerance policy towards unsafe practices.
+ Establish and implement site systems consistent with company standards, including health, safety, and quality systems.
+ Ensure timely receipt of permits for works to proceed.
Programme & Progress:
+ Review short-term lookahead programmes and provide site feedback.
+ Report on site issues that may cause delays or affect progress.
+ Assist in identifying and resolving site issues impacting the programme.
Design & Design Assurance:
+ Familiarize yourself with design drawings and specifications to ensure accurate construction.
+ Collaborate with the Temporary Works Coordinator to identify and communicate temporary works requirements.
+ Raise Material Approval Records and procure materials according to the programme.
+ Identify issues from drawings and specifications, raising queries with relevant parties as needed.
Quality Management:
+ Write/check Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and ensure they are communicated and followed.
+ Maintain organized QA records in line with ITPs and project requirements.
+ Document, track, and close out Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) while sharing lessons learned.
+ Compile quality handover documentation as per ITPs and handover criteria.
+ Lead quality readiness reviews, capturing lessons learned and areas for improvement.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Engineer to join our clients team in Suffolk. Candidates should have a background in Construction or Civil Engineering, with prior experience as a Senior Engineer in a Civil Engineering Highways setting being essential., + Previous experience as a Senior Engineer (or equivalent) with a civil engineering contractor.
+ Familiarity with general civil works in a highways context, including Site Clearance, Drainage & Service Ducts, Earthworks, Pavements, Kerbs & Footways, and Street Lighting.
+ Strong understanding of CDM regulations and temporary works.
+ Knowledgeable about specifications and testing processes relevant to civil engineering and highway works.
+ Commercially aware, with experience in a cost-sensitive environment.
Skills:
+ Excellent communication and team management abilities.
+ Capability to address HSEQ matters and lead by example.
+ Proficient in using BIM software.
+ Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD or similar (preferred)., + Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
+ Membership with a relevant engineering institution or working towards it (preferred).
+ Relevant health and safety certification.
+ Valid CSCS card.
+ Full UK driving license.