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Senior Engineer

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Posted a day ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14, England

Salary

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Life Insurance

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  • A leading Civil Engineering contractor based in Suffolk is seeking a candidate with extensive setting out experience on infrastructure projects.
  • The role involves performing daily setting out duties, mentoring Junior Engineers, and managing site testing requirements.
  • Candidates should have proficiency with Leica/Geomax equipment and a strong understanding of construction practices, along with a full UK driving license.
  • The position offers a salary of £40,000 to £50,000 and requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Benefits include a company pension scheme, life assurance cover, a company car or allowance, and 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.

Your new companyA leading Civil Engineering contractor based in Suffolk, but operating throughout the UK. They deliver high-quality civil engineering projects in various sectors including highways, bridges, infrastructure, flood defence, energy, and rail.Your new role

  • Perform daily setting out duties independently.
  • Train, manage, and mentor Junior Engineers.
  • Manage and monitor all site sample/performance testing requirements, maintaining records in line with contract specifications.
  • Complete hazard/risk assessments and method statements.
  • Manage site service plans/drawings and issue permits accordingly.
  • Assist the site QS/Project Manager by providing relevant information for records and claims purposes.
  • Monitor and control temporary works.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
  • Ensure all work complies with quality, safety, and environmental policies, as well as company procedures.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Extensive setting out experience on infrastructure projects, including highways, roads, and earthworks.
  • Proficiency with Leica/Geomax equipment and the ability to transfer information from AutoCAD to surveying equipment.
  • Strong understanding of ITPs and the quality assurance process.
  • Good leadership skills and a solid understanding of construction practices.
  • Full UK driving license and willingness to travel throughout our Eastern region.
  • First Aid at Work qualification is desirable.

What you'll get in return

  • Company Pension Scheme: We match up to 8%.
  • Life Assurance Cover: 4x annual salary.
  • Company Car or Car Allowance.
  • 25 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays: Option to buy additional holiday.
  • The Great Escape: Leave work early every Friday.
  • Extensive Training Programmes.
  • Cycle-to-Work Scheme.
  • Employee Benefits Platform & Assistance Programme.
  • Company Social Calendar: Regular fun days and a variety of charity events.
  • Supportive Work Environment: We genuinely want to help you progress in your career

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.