Site Engineer

Caval Limited; Selby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

The Company

Our client is a skilled civil subcontractor who holds over 20 years of experience within the construction industry. They have an extensive amount of experience dealing with various developments, with specialties operating in groundworks, drainage, and hard landscaping. They operate in various places around the UK and have an impressive track record of delivering projects to standard in a safe manner.

The Project

As a highly experienced Site Engineer, you will have a key role as part of the technical/build team on a large new build renewable project in North Yorkshire. You will be responsible for monitoring large-scale cut and fill operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all groundworks. This includes overseeing substantial cut and fill activities as well as the construction of large lagoons, focusing on setting profiles and gradients to meet project specifications. A critical part of the role involves the use of Trimble System on dozers, developing precise models for the project and ensuring the equipment operates with maximum accuracy.

Requirements

For this role, it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum:

1. Valid CSCS Card

It is also essential that you hold the experience below:

1. Extensive background using software including TopCon, CAD tools, and other relevant technology
2. Previous experience working with tier 1 or tier 2 leading construction contractors or subcontractors
3. Proven history of successfully delivering projects in a similar position with build values in excess of £5m+

Additional skills:

1. IT Skills
2. Excellent attention to detail
3. Effective time management
4. Competent surveying techniques
5. Ability to lead and motivate a team
6. Verbal and written communication skills
7. Skillful in maintaining high quality standards
8. Possess a strong understanding of engineering principles, construction methods, and project specifications

The Role

Job Title: Site Engineer
Job Type: Freelance
Project: New build renewable project
Location: Selby, North Yorkshire
Duration: 12 Months
Reporting to: Visiting Contracts Manager

Duties

1. Surveying
2. Setting out
3. Quality assurance
4. Create as-built surveys and log data
5. Consistently reporting into the Visiting Contracts Manager
6. Provide technical advice to project team members and clients
7. Analyse and execute technical drawings, plans, and specifications
8. Collaborate closely with the team to facilitate seamless project implementation
9. Enforce safety protocols and regulations to ensure the safety of all site personnel
10. Collaborate with other members of site staff to set up and uphold project schedules
11. Identify and address any technical issues or challenges encountered during the construction
12. Perform site surveys and establish reference points, lines, and levels for construction purposes
13. Execute quality control protocols to ensure all tasks adhere to required standards and specifications
14. Oversee on-site construction activities, ensuring adherence to design specifications and project plans
15. Implement and oversee compliance with relevant building codes, regulations, and environmental standards
16. Assist in procuring materials and equipment, ensuring adherence to project specifications and timely delivery
17. Develop and deliver regular progress reports, updates, and documentation to senior management and stakeholders
18. Keep meticulous and precise project records, encompassing daily logs, inspection reports, and compliance documentation
19. Manage and coordinate testing of materials, equipment, and systems, ensuring they meet required standards and specifications

This is a freelance position with a competitive rate on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply, please contact James Shorte - Associate Director or Thomas Robertshaw - Resourcer at Caval on (phone number removed).