Job Title: Section Engineer
Company: SCS (Skanska, costain, strabag)
Skillset: Civil Engineering / Construction Management
Job location: Copthall North Headhouse, Area West
Accessible by public transport? Yes
Working hours: Weekdays
Contract: Permanent
Job Introduction
Manage and drive the engineering aspects of a section of the works, developing and reporting of section programmes and budgets and ensuring that the works are conducted in accordance with the project requirements including health and safety. Liaise between different site disciplines to ensure effective planning and use of project resources.
Main Responsibilities
•Managing and co-ordinating the activities of the site engineers to ensure all setting-out and quality control procedures are performed in a timely and efficient manner, so as not to impede the construction programme.
•Develop 4-weekly programmes with site engineer and simple benchmark productivity measures for the workforce and assess actual programme and productivity achieved for review at weekly progress meetings to include resource requirements.
•Complete inspection and test plans, risk assessments and method statements for the control of the works ensuring that all necessary documentation, as required by these statements and plans, is produced in a timely manner.
•Communicate with works managers, foremen, gangers, workforce and sub-contractors to ensure full understanding of information provided.
•Communicate to the QA and QS teams non-conformances, and any instructions received from the client / designer / RE’s staff. Ensure that comprehensive records of resources employed on additional works are maintained.
•Procurement of Plant, Materials and Equipment through Requisitions.
•Keep a full and accurate daily site diary, including any changes / variations, subcontractors’ attendance, and records of work related discussions with client / designer / RE / project team.
•Adherence to project policies and procedures.
The Ideal Candidate
Essential:
•Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in a Civil Engineering allied subject or HNC in Civil Engineering and vocational training in Engineering
•Understanding of Engineering Principles
•Technical knowledge of construction techniques and best practices.
•Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system).
•Relevant CSCS Card
•Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management
•Presentation Skills Training (as they deliver inductions/briefings etc).
Desirable:
•Computer competence (CAD, Primavera software, Synchro).
•Prior experience working on Headhouseses and Architectural Fit (Brick and block works, cladding, roofing, doors)
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Morson Talent
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 23 days
London, Greater London WC1B 5DR
£475 - £525 per day
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The job title is Section Engineer at SCS, a collaboration between Skanska, Costain, and Strabag, located in Copthall North Headhouse.
- Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering or an HNC, along with relevant vocational training and at least 5 years of experience in construction management.
- The role involves managing engineering aspects, developing section programmes, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- The position offers a permanent contract with a competitive salary of £50,000 to £60,000 per year.
- Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and technical knowledge of construction techniques, with computer competence in MS Office and project management software.
