Materials Control Engineer
| Posting date: | 15 October 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 November 2025 |
| Location: | Brackley, Midlands, NN13 5GJ |
| Company: | EKFB |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 58192027 |
Summary
About The Role
At EKFB we’re shaping Infrastructure for a better tomorrow. All four of our partners (Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial and BAM) bring specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.
We're looking for an Materials Control Engineer to join our team based in Brackley. The successful candidate will support the management of earthworks volumes and ensure compliance with Materials Management Plans (MMPs) on a major infrastructure project. This role plays a vital part in maintaining accurate reporting, validating material suitability, and facilitating coordination between delivery teams and environmental compliance functions.
In this role you will assist the Excavated Materials Manager in the collation, verification, and reporting of earthworks volumes and materials quality. You will monitor and validate data from digital platforms and site teams, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all reporting systems. The role involves updating and maintaining the HS2 Materials Tracking Document and the Summarised Earthworks Quantity Schedule, as well as resolving any operational inconsistencies in collaboration with site teams.
Part of this role is to support the collection of site information and records to ensure compliance with MMPs and verification requirements. Additionally, you will provide technical guidance to delivery teams on materials-related documentation, including Remediation Strategies, Verification Plans, and Undertakings & Assurances.
About The Candidate
Essential Requirements
- Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in bulk earthworks, mining, or quarrying.
- Strong understanding of earthworks quantity reporting and calculations.
- Proven ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- You must hold full driving licence and have an access to a vehicle
- You must hold a CSCS card (White, White/Yellow, Black, Gold, Red or Red provisional)
Desirable Skills
- Familiarity with CL:AIRE Definition of Waste Code of Practice.
- Experience with GIS and data management tools such as Excel.
- Background in operational delivery within large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
About The Company
EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.
EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work. If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today. In return, we’re offering a competitive salary & benefits.
EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.
Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.
Pre-employment checks:
It’s worth remembering that we’ll undertake the relevant/standard employment checks if you’re successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of onboarding process)
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At EKFB we’re shaping Infrastructure for a better tomorrow. All four of our partners (Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial and BAM) bring specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.
We're looking for an Materials Control Engineer to join our team based in Brackley. The successful candidate will support the management of earthworks volumes and ensure compliance with Materials Management Plans (MMPs) on a major infrastructure project. This role plays a vital part in maintaining accurate reporting, validating material suitability, and facilitating coordination between delivery teams and environmental compliance functions.
In this role you will assist the Excavated Materials Manager in the collation, verification, and reporting of earthworks volumes and materials quality. You will monitor and validate data from digital platforms and site teams, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all reporting systems. The role involves updating and maintaining the HS2 Materials Tracking Document and the Summarised Earthworks Quantity Schedule, as well as resolving any operational inconsistencies in collaboration with site teams.
Part of this role is to support the collection of site information and records to ensure compliance with MMPs and verification requirements. Additionally, you will provide technical guidance to delivery teams on materials-related documentation, including Remediation Strategies, Verification Plans, and Undertakings & Assurances.
About The Candidate
Essential Requirements
- Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in bulk earthworks, mining, or quarrying.
- Strong understanding of earthworks quantity reporting and calculations.
- Proven ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- You must hold full driving licence and have an access to a vehicle
- You must hold a CSCS card (White, White/Yellow, Black, Gold, Red or Red provisional)
Desirable Skills
- Familiarity with CL:AIRE Definition of Waste Code of Practice.
- Experience with GIS and data management tools such as Excel.
- Background in operational delivery within large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
About The Company
EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.
EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work. If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today. In return, we’re offering a competitive salary & benefits.
EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.
Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.
Pre-employment checks:
It’s worth remembering that we’ll undertake the relevant/standard employment checks if you’re successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of onboarding process)
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