Graduate Site Based Civil Engineer (Civil Engineering) Havant Thicket Reservoir Project
| Posting date: | 18 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 May 2024 |
| Location: | Havant, LL15 1QW |
| Company: | Jones Bros Civil Engineering UK Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 160 |
Summary
Role overview
The Role
We are seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to join our team on a significant UK construction project as a site-based professional.
This is the Havant Thicket Reservoir Project a large environmental project designed to safeguard water resources for the
Southeast. You will be reporting directly to the Site Agent, Project Manager, and Contract Manager, you will play a pivotal role
in supporting the management and delivery of the project.
In this role, you'll work within a flexible organisation where self-motivated and practical problem-solvers excel. You'll have the
opportunity to develop your knowledge and experience through exposure to various matters in a supportive working environment.
Key responsibilities include:
* Upholding high personal safety and environmental standards, ensuring all activities comply with the company's health and safety
and environmental policies and procedures.
* Interpreting engineering drawings and specifications accurately to ensure the precise construction of the works according to
client requirements.
* Conducting and ensuring accurate setting out and surveying of all aspects of the works.
* Providing timely and accurate information to the site Works Management to facilitate the timely construction of the works.
* Developing and implementing inspection and test plans.
* Assisting in planning, measuring, monitoring, and reviewing contract progress throughout the project's lifespan.
* Providing precise measurements for required materials and maintaining material reconciliation figures for reporting purposes.
* Receiving materials, conducting checks, and ensuring material delivery tickets are passed on for cost coding.
* Assisting in compiling as-built information and health and safety file documentation.
* Preparing and submitting weekly progress reports for review by the Site Agent or Project Manager, for inclusion in the
project's financial CVRs and forecasts to completion.
* Assisting in the preparation of quality, environmental, and health and safety construction plans in a timely manner.
What we are looking for:
* Degree or HND in Civil Engineering.
* Demonstrable leadership skills, and experience in a similar role is desired.
* Strong computer literacy and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, CAD, LSS surveying packages. Further experience with Civils
3D and other 3D CAD packages is desirable.
* Knowledge of Topcon/Trimble/ Leica machine control/calibrations, including set up/applications is preferred.
* Attention to detail, ensuring maximum accuracy.
* Understanding of surveying and setting out techniques using GPS and Total Stations.
* Good commercial awareness with effective influencing and negotiating skills, as well as an aptitude for developing emerging and
new client relationships.
* Knowledge of current civil engineering legislation, Health & Safety, and Environmental legislation.
* Highly developed professional communication and negotiation skills, including report writing, preparing business management
documents, and presenting information in meetings with clients and other parties.
* The ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
* The ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in both mathematical and diagrammatic form and handle several
abstract and concrete variables.
* Demonstrable ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines, supported by strong organisational skills.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to adapt communication style to suit different
circumstances.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
More generally, we seek individuals who are committed, reliable, and possess a strong team-working ethic
The Role
We are seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to join our team on a significant UK construction project as a site-based professional.
This is the Havant Thicket Reservoir Project a large environmental project designed to safeguard water resources for the
Southeast. You will be reporting directly to the Site Agent, Project Manager, and Contract Manager, you will play a pivotal role
in supporting the management and delivery of the project.
In this role, you'll work within a flexible organisation where self-motivated and practical problem-solvers excel. You'll have the
opportunity to develop your knowledge and experience through exposure to various matters in a supportive working environment.
Key responsibilities include:
* Upholding high personal safety and environmental standards, ensuring all activities comply with the company's health and safety
and environmental policies and procedures.
* Interpreting engineering drawings and specifications accurately to ensure the precise construction of the works according to
client requirements.
* Conducting and ensuring accurate setting out and surveying of all aspects of the works.
* Providing timely and accurate information to the site Works Management to facilitate the timely construction of the works.
* Developing and implementing inspection and test plans.
* Assisting in planning, measuring, monitoring, and reviewing contract progress throughout the project's lifespan.
* Providing precise measurements for required materials and maintaining material reconciliation figures for reporting purposes.
* Receiving materials, conducting checks, and ensuring material delivery tickets are passed on for cost coding.
* Assisting in compiling as-built information and health and safety file documentation.
* Preparing and submitting weekly progress reports for review by the Site Agent or Project Manager, for inclusion in the
project's financial CVRs and forecasts to completion.
* Assisting in the preparation of quality, environmental, and health and safety construction plans in a timely manner.
What we are looking for:
* Degree or HND in Civil Engineering.
* Demonstrable leadership skills, and experience in a similar role is desired.
* Strong computer literacy and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, CAD, LSS surveying packages. Further experience with Civils
3D and other 3D CAD packages is desirable.
* Knowledge of Topcon/Trimble/ Leica machine control/calibrations, including set up/applications is preferred.
* Attention to detail, ensuring maximum accuracy.
* Understanding of surveying and setting out techniques using GPS and Total Stations.
* Good commercial awareness with effective influencing and negotiating skills, as well as an aptitude for developing emerging and
new client relationships.
* Knowledge of current civil engineering legislation, Health & Safety, and Environmental legislation.
* Highly developed professional communication and negotiation skills, including report writing, preparing business management
documents, and presenting information in meetings with clients and other parties.
* The ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
* The ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in both mathematical and diagrammatic form and handle several
abstract and concrete variables.
* Demonstrable ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines, supported by strong organisational skills.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to adapt communication style to suit different
circumstances.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
More generally, we seek individuals who are committed, reliable, and possess a strong team-working ethic