Engineering Graduates. English

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. Due to significant growth across our Transmission and Distribution UK business, United Infrastructure T&D Limited are seeking a Subcontracts Engineer.

If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information. We are open to applications from across the UK to be based at any of our main offices on a hybrid working basis, and we will also consider remote working.

The Role

Reporting to Subcontracts Lead, this role will be responsible for the execution of subcontracts activities with responsibility for ensuring successful outcomes in line with project requirements.

Our Clients and Projects

As a leading provider of engineering and construction services to the UK transmission and distribution sector, United Infrastructure T&D Limited is at the forefront of net zero 2050, with a secured workstream for years to come. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to add value to our Subcontracts team to support our growing workload and to contribute to the increased network capacity required to deliver the UK government's pathway to 2030 and the transition to net zero.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Flexible benefits package inclusive of 34 days annual leave (including public holidays)
• Further benefits include a contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate in accordance with appropriate Corporate and Project Specific Supply Chain Procedures
• Ensure all subcontract activities are carried out in accordance with the project execution plan / schedule and / or contracting strategy, within approved budgets and in line with project processes and procedures
• Utilise the Approved Supplier Register (ASR) and supplement (as required) with project/client approved supplier registers for supplier evaluation, audit, and selection as well as carrying out supplier performance reviews
• Undertake subcontractor performance reviews and ongoing management ensuring corrective actions are taken where required
• Ensure that all statutory and legal requirements and procedures are complied with, and all actions are fully auditable
• Hold weekly meetings with key project team members to establish subcontract requirements
• Record and keep subcontract trackers up to date
• Attend project site visits and meetings in person as may be required
• Promote safe working practices and always demonstrate safety leadership
• Participate, deliver and complete all corporate and departmental requirements as instructed from time to time
• Aware of commercial positions imposed by Head Contracts

Skills And Qualifications

What makes you remarkable? At United Infrastructure T&D Limited, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Degree or Diploma in relevant engineering courses (civil, building, mechanical, E&I or equivalent) or Quantity Surveying (QS) or Legal background
• Experience in contracting / subcontracting works, preferably within the Power, Construction, oil and gas, pharmaceutical, chemical industries. Experience with other industries will also be considered depending upon qualifications and similarity of work
• Able to interact and communicate effectively with contractors/subcontractors and stakeholders
• Local knowledge of the area and suppliers
• Able to work independently
• In depth knowledge and experience in producing bid evaluations, negotiations and terms and conditions and flow head contract terms

Desirable:

• Knowledge and experience in NEC Construction Contracts Terms and Conditions is desirable but not essential