Senior Engineer (GR995)

Purpose of job

Support Site Agent/PM/Sub Agent in the safe and timely delivery of a Project (or Section) to ensure that dimensional control and QA processes are undertaken in a timely manner to meet Project Programme.

At Griffiths, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion through our recruitment process. We believe that a diverse workforce brings a wealth of perspectives, ideas, and experiences that strengthen our organisation and enhance the quality of our work. We welcome applications from everyone and can provide reasonable adjustments and tailored support for candidates who require this, including Armed Forces Veterans, Reservists and Care Leavers.

Principal Accountability

The Senior Engineer is accountable for, but not limited to, the following within each project(s):

Provide guidance to Site/Section Engineers where required. Ensuring that works activities are carried out effectively, to agreed programme and specification. Contribute to managing and measuring on site productivity and general performance of project including the performance of sub-contractors. Comply with all BMS/SHEQ systems and in accordance with the Company H&S Roles & Responsibilities. Manage & develop team members individual performance, identify strengths and weaknesses in order to contribute to the succession planning.

Detailed Responsibilities

The Senior Engineer is responsible for, but not limited to, the following for project (s):

Manage & comply with all BMS/SHEQ and Company H&S Roles & Responsibilities requirements. Maintain site diary and records.
Manage site operations to maximise operational effectiveness and efficiency at all times, understanding project Cost Plan budget constraints and targets. Achieve efficiency of operations working to the agreed project programme.
Manage site engineering function to ensure efficient work operations, managing the Technical Query process as directed by Site Agent/Sub Agent.
Manage site operations to ensure all works are completed to the highest standard and comply with contract specification and to relevant standards to prevent any remedial action. Manage inspection & testing requirements with contract specification and to relevant standards. Ensure works are inspected by a Company representative with the client and are approved & signed off prior to completing section of work. Contribute to As-Built information.
Communicate effectively with internal and external customers in relation to all site requirements. i.e., SHE, Programme, Quality.
Agree weekly programmes with Site Agent and/or produce the weekly programmes to comply with project Contract Programme, regularly provide updates on progress.
Ensure daily material requirement programme agreed and placed each day with appropriate people to allow daily operations to be planned efficiently.
Provide PM with information to produce the monthly Cost Plan. Undertake material reconciliations on a weekly basis against Cost Plan budget.

Required experience, knowledge, qualifications, and training

Customer Focus – See things from the customer’s perspective and address underlying customer needs.
Continuous Improvement – Initiate improvements; spot opportunities to develop new ideas and improve performance.
Management/Supervision – Define clear objectives, expectations & roles. Involve others in decisions and ideas where appropriate.
Developing People – help individuals to understand their strengths & weaknesses & encourage them to be responsible for their development.
Communication – Tailor communication to relevant audience; use relevant facts and benefits to construct sound, persuasive arguments; check understanding by seeking feedback.
Team Work – Involve others; encourage others to express their views and ideas and listen well to what they say; build team spirit.
Drive – Approach challenges with energy & enthusiasm; overcome obstacles to meet goals & standards, encourage others to improve.
Confidence – Deal confidently with senior managers, colleagues and customers; seek challenging roles and projects outside comfort zone; admit to mistakes and learn from them.
Flexibility – Change own approach in line with new priorities; reflect on situations & learn from experience; open to feedback from others, taking time to listen; keep up to date with specific technical and functional skills.
Thinking Skills – Consider all potential causes and underlying causes of a problem; quickly identify the cause of a problem; take full ownership for resolving problems and implementing action.
Training Requirements – As per Company Training Matrix for Role.

Desirable experience, qualifications, and training

CITB Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)
CITB Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) (Optional)
NVQ Level 4 – Construction Site Supervision, CSCS Card
Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS)
Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme (SEATS)
First Aid at Work (FAW)

How to Apply

Please use the form below to submit your details and upload your CV to apply for this position.

If you require any further information about the role, please contact recruitment@alungriffiths.co.uk.