Design Coordinator (Graduate)

Brand New Oppourtunity for a Design Coordinator/Graduate!

Job Title:
Design Coordinator/Graduate

Location:
Bridgewater, Hinkley Point C
(Avonmouth office until vetting is complete)

Start Date:
6th January 2025

Working Hours:
42 hours per week (8.5 hours per day)
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Contract Duration:
4 months with opportunity to extend

Pay Rate:
Day Rate (PAYE)

IR35 Status:
Inside IR35

Project Overview:
The role will involve supporting the cllients work on the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station, specifically focused on tunnel-related design and build projects. The successful candidate will assist the Design Project Manager with tunnel design and associated change control processes.

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables:

• Assist in coordinating the design process and interfacing between the construction team, design team, and supply chain (Packages 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, and 10).
• Ensure the highest safety standards are upheld through risk mitigation during the design process.
• Provide accurate and timely design information to facilitate efficient construction activities.
• Assist in design reviews with relevant engineering disciplines.
• Support the Design Manager and construction team with documentation and records of design changes.
• Manage Requests for Information (RFIs), Technical Queries (TQs), Field Change Requests (FCRs), Design Evolution Notes (DENs), and Temporary Works Change Forms.
• Assist in reviewing design and construction documents for compliance with construction requirements.
• Support the identification of opportunities to enhance safety and constructability.
• Participate in reviewing construction sequences, method statements, risk assessments, and inspection and test plans to align with design drawings and specifications.
• Support checking of temporary works designs and interfaces with permanent works design.
• Contribute to schedule reporting and forecasting.
• Ensure lessons learned are incorporated into Tunnel to Shaft Connection and other project packages.
• Assist with compiling the as-built Design Risk Register.
• Support the review and preparation of red-line drawings, including construction and FCR as-built drawings.

Required Skills and Experience:

Essential:

• Minimum 2:1 BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Working towards ICE or equivalent engineering body membership.
• Experience in an engineering environment.
• Eligibility to work and live permanently in the UK.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Strong team focus and the ability to build relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Adaptable, flexible approach to work and ability to handle change.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and influence decisions.

Desirable:

• Experience in tunnelling or secondary lining.
• Ability to interpret reinforcement drawings and understand basic details.
• Experience with AutoCAD, 3D modelling, and Microsoft Word/Excel.
• Civil or Structural Engineering experience.

Interview Process:

• Conducted via Teams

Please apply today if you fir the above and are interested in this position!

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Design Coordinator looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.