Site Engineer

Reading
3 weeks ago
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AE Partners are supporting a fully integrated design and build business who operate across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, the business cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

They are currently engaged on a major AMP 8 framework in the region, which sees them undertake a varied programme of water and wastewater non-infrastructure and infrastructure projects to improve the existing network. With sites located across the Thames Valley region including; Aylesbury, Banbury, and Reading. Engineering is at the very core of what we do. Be it civil, mechanical or electrical, our engineers are based on site and play a practical, hands-on role in the successful delivery of projects. As an Engineer you'll work on projects that make a real difference to our environment and our communities - from improving flood defences, to upgrading water treatment works and providing nature-based solutions that improve biodiversity.

The role of a Site Engineer includes:

  • Ensuring standard company procedures are adopted in carrying out setting out operations as per the test and inspection, and that effective methods of communication are used in transmitting information to operatives and subcontractors

  • Site Management and carrying out ‘as built’ surveys on completed works

  • Assist the Site manager in the initial set-up, ensuring company systems and procedures are in place and implemented; supporting the Site Manager in maintaining and enforcing safety standards throughout the project; support the site team in planning and monitoring output

  • Financial Control and ensuring company cost systems are kept up to date by logging material deliveries, managing and reviewing plant levels

  • Assisting the Site manager and Quantity Surveying Department by compiling data to record resources utilised on each activity.

    What you’ll need:

  • CSCS and SSSTS

  • HNC / Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience

  • Understand civil engineering principles and practices

  • An understanding of methods, materials and technical aspects relevant to the project

  • Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders

  • A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region

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