Responsibilities
- Support the Site Agent or Project Manager in the execution of his duties, and management of smaller construction contracts.
- Management of site staff operatives and sub-contractors.
- Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments and project management plans.
- Understand tender allowances and monitor contract costs against agreed budgets.
- Preparing and monitoring programmes of work.
- Assessment and engagement of sub-contractors.
- Manage design co-ordination.
- Manage contracts to ensure timely and profitable completion of contracts.
- Inform, consult, and involve local groups as necessary.
- Foster good relations and reputation with clients.
We are looking for someone with a positive, proactive attitude who is ambitious, flexible and enjoys working as part of a team.
The successful candidate will have experience working for a main contractor on civil engineering projects, with a strong background in highways and river works. You will be an effective communicator with the ability to manage and motivate site teams, delegate responsibilities appropriately and organise both your own workload and that of others to ensure projects are delivered safely and efficiently. Experience working under NEC forms of contract is essential, along with a relevant industry qualification and a valid SMSTS (or equivalent) qualification. Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must be willing to travel throughout our Southern Region and hold a full UK driving licence. A First Aid at Work qualification would be advantageous.
Benefits
Excellent benefits package and personal development opportunities: We don't just offer a great place to work with a supportive, family atmosphere. We also offer:
- Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
- Company car or car allowance
- Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
- Extensive training programmes
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee benefits platform
- Free on-site parking
- Company social calendar
- Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events
- A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career.
- 'The Great Escape' - leaving work early every Friday!
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Contact Details:
Jackson Civil Engineering Ltd Recruitment Team
