At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor site engineers on exciting civil engineering projects.
- Company: Join GRAHAM, a forward-thinking civil engineering firm in Oxford.
- Benefits: Enjoy a car allowance, private medical cover, and 35 days annual leave.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to equality and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on major infrastructure projects while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Civil Engineering degree and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
About The Role
Permanent Opportunity in Civil Engineering located in Oxford.
Benefits: Car Allowance; Subsidised Private Medical Cover; Life Assurance Scheme; Living away from home allowance (where appropriate); Contributory Pension; 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays).
Job Summary
As the GRAHAM business continues to grow and develop, we are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Site Agent to work on a major civil engineering development in Oxford - the new flood alleviation scheme. The successful candidate will have a wide and varied remit making full use of their experience and skills.
Job Description
- Undertake the management and mentoring of Site Engineers and Section Engineers.
- Support the Project Manager in driving forward the construction phase of the project.
- Liaise with the Project Manager to manage, control and allocate all project resources.
- Support the Project Manager in planning the construction phase of the project.
- Compile and review work package plans and other management plans.
- Support the Project Manager to deliver project within programme and budget.
- Work closely with the Planning department to obtain accurate and reliable programme data.
- Monitor and report on contractual requirements.
- Manage and monitor subcontractors and supplier relationships.
- Communicate with commercial staff to ensure records are prepared in a timely fashion.
- Ensure all Health and Safety procedures are being complied with.
- Implementing and attending weekly and monthly site meetings.
- Compile daily activity briefings and complete site diary as required.
- Assist in Managing Quality & Environmental plans on site.
- Ensure work is delivered in accordance with the specification.
- Assist with preparing project close-out report.
- Work to the Graham IMS.
- Take part in and promote a Safety Culture with the entire site team.
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the Site Agent and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.
Personal Specification
Technical Competencies- Essential: Strong Work Ethic; Demonstrate previous experience in a similar role; Demonstrate strong communication skills; Technically Competent; Excellent Knowledge of NECHNC or higher in Civil Engineering.
- Desirable: Experience working on Highway Schemes; Experience managing one site or a section of a larger site as part of a wider team; Demonstrate strong planning skills; CPCS Appointed Person for Lifting trained; Temporary Works Coordinator trained; Proficient in use of Autocad.
- Essential: Understand duties and responsibilities with regards to current Health & Safety / CDM legislation; SMSTS; First Aid at Work.
- Essential: Effective Communication skills; Problem Solving; Initiative; Team Player; Planning and Prioritising; Adaptability; Results orientation.
Our Commitment
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences.
If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.
We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying.
A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.
GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant's experience and/or qualifications.
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