Field Construction Engineer / Supervisor in Ware

Wood Process & Energy is seeking an Expression of Interest for site-based Construction Engineer / Supervisors to join us on a Staff or Contract basis supporting our ongoing EPCm Framework contract. The role will be based on the client site in Ware, Hertfordshire.

What we can offer:

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous 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.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the appointed contractors and sub-contractors to design, build, commission and validate equipment and facilities, supporting the Project Manager/Project Engineer.
• Responsible for construction and contractor related deliverables including where necessary preparation of Construction Work Packs (CWP) including the associated engineering deliverables.
• Supervises all areas on small projects or a subset / discipline area on moderate-sized projects.
• Responsible for management and execution of a single field discipline or a subset of assigned construction project(s) in accordance with the requirements of the contract between the company and the client, and in accordance with the company’s operating policies and principles and construction handbook and supporting mandatory and best practices.
• Responsible for execution of the work in accordance with the quality standards and requirements specified for the project.
• Manages and controls project cost and schedule of assigned discipline / subset of onsite construction.
• Management of installation, handover to commissioning and completion activities for some materials, plant and equipment, familiar with Completions Management Systems and processes.
• Ability to monitor work progress and report against the plan, including prepare and submit a daily surveillance and progress report.
• Ensure safety, quality and environmental responsibilities and accountabilities have been defined and communicated to workers engaged within their area(s) of control.
• Ensure all workers within their area(s) of control receive appropriate training to perform their work in a safe, legal and competent manner including any Health and Safety and site-specific inductions.
• Initiate safety, quality and environmental processes within their area(s) of control, including toolbox meetings, inspections, and the identification, assessment and control of risks in accordance with Wood and client requirements.
• Utilise Commercial processes to capture variations effectively.
• Coordinate supply and delivery of equipment, subcontractors, consumables, temporary facilities, accommodation, and other project-specific requirements, in accordance with client/contract document specifications and in accordance with Wood Policies & Procedures.
• Understand and manage the industrial relations environment impacting the site and report any issues as required.
• Works with Engineering disciplines in the detailed design phases to influence the design for optimum constructability.
• Participate in detailed Constructability, HAZCON and Construction Readiness Reviews.

Qualifications:

• Appropriate level of field construction experience.
• Have a broad and deep technical knowledge of construction discipline and associated processes.
• Ability to identify risk to delivery and build in mitigation / contingency plans.
• Substantial experience of interpreting discipline documentation.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of Risk Assessments (RA), Hazard in Construction (HAZCON).
• Substantial knowledge and understanding of technical specifications, codes and standards.
• Comprehensive understanding of Construction (Design & Management) Regulations (CDM) Regulations 2015.
• Demonstrable experience in the role of Principal Contractor and CDM duties throughout the execution phase of the project, in conjunction with an understanding of Client, Principal Designer and Designer Duties.
• Awareness of Temporary Works, and an understanding of the requirements for design and construction of site Temporary Works (TW).
• Minimum Qualifications: Suitable academic qualifications (ONC/HNC) in a relevant Engineering discipline or appropriate level of field construction experience or equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.
• Vocational Qualification such as NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management an advantage.
• SSSTS/SMSTS, CSCS, CCNSG.
• Good knowledge of GMP within a Pharmaceutical Environment.
• Demonstrable experience in the management of multi-disciplined projects in the pharmaceutical, batch chemical production or other relevant industries is preferred.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Exposure and familiar with working within a technical environment.

Role-Specific Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal organisational, communication and team building skills.
• Excellent verbal/written communication, problem solving, reporting and decision-making skills.
• Computer literate and proficient at intermediate level of MS office.
• Experience with industry wide Safe Systems of Work, including established client SSoW and Permit to Work process.
• Ability to work with timelines/targets.
• Display both good judgment and leadership qualities.
• Ability to be assertive and drive culture change when required.
• Well organised, logical and thorough in approach.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.