SonicJobs Logo
Login
Left arrow iconBack to search

Materials Engineer - Highways

RedFish Solutions
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 14 days
Location

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK5 7FD

Salary

£350 - £450/day Outside IR35

info
Contract type

Full Time

By applying, a CV-Library account will be created for you. CV-Library's Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy will apply.

Sonic Summary

info
  • This job is for a Materials Engineer on a long-term contract for a major highway scheme in Bedfordshire/Cambridgeshire.
  • The position offers rates that are Outside IR35 and is supported by a Tier 1 Principal Contractor.
  • Candidates should have relevant experience in material engineering, particularly in earthworks and highway specifications, with a focus on civil engineering projects.
  • The role requires on-site and laboratory-based material testing experience, along with a relevant CSCS Card and Highways Passport.
  • Salary details are not specified, but the position requires candidates to have experience in the field, ideally with a background in major highway schemes.
  • Long-term contract on a major highway scheme
  • Rates are Outside IR35
  • Tier 1 Principal Contractor

Redfish are supporting a Tier 1 Contractor delivering a major highway scheme in Bedfordshire/Cambridgeshire

We are seeking a Materials Engineer for a long-term contract.

The Role:

As a Material Engineer you will be responsible for managing material testing and ensuring compliance with works information. You will coordinate with the site team, laboratory subcontractors, client inspectors, andthe supply chain to ensure that the works are delivered according to specifications and design requirements. Your role includes on-site coaching and training for the delivery team to help them understand processes and requirements, supervising testing, reviewing results, and reporting compliance in preparation for quality sign-off and handover.

Responsibilities:

  • Work as part of an existing material engineering team and on-site laboratory facilities.
  • Ensure material compliance is prioritized in the delivery of works to achieve "right first time."
  • Communicate with the delivery team and subcontractors to ensure full understanding of material management and controls.
  • Be proactive in preventing substandard works by coaching and providing training to the delivery team and supply chain.
  • Monitor the quality of materials via inspections, including at source.
  • Check works during progress and upon completion on behalf of Skanska to ensure construction aligns with specifications and relevant designs.
  • Ensure inspections and tests are carried out according to inspection and test plans and Safe System of Work protocols, producing necessary documentation promptly.
  • Produce Non-conformance Reports when works do not comply with requirements, take preventive actions, close reports timely, and offer advice where applicable.
  • Assist in compiling project record packages, coordinating the closure of NCRs continuously.
  • Raise and capture material quality-focused Lessons Learned, communicating them to Quality and Delivery Teams including the Supply Chain.

Requirements:

  • Experience related to material engineering with a focus on earthworks and highways specification 600.
  • Relevant material engineering experience on civil engineering projects, preferably major highway schemes.
  • Knowledge of highways specifications and standards relevant to material testing.
  • Experience in both on-site and laboratory-based material testing, including UKAS accreditation.
  • Relevant CSCS Card and Highways Passport.

Send your CV today for this exciting Materials Engineer opportunity.

Apply now in a few quick clicks

By applying, a CV-Library account will be created for you. CV-Library's Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy will apply.