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Job Introduction
Management of resources within a section or area as designated by the Construction Manager. Providing supervision, advice and guidance to the members of the Construction teams and Sub-Contractors. Ensure the progress of the works is in accordance with the programme. Implement and assure compliance with all relevant HS2 and statutory requirements regarding Health, Safety, Environment, and Public relations within the scope of work.
Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours, for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at the interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role.
Role Responsibility
* Manage, supervise, train, and mentor the site team to enable them to optimise their work contribution.
* Review contractual agreements and develop design, working methods, programme, and forecast costs with the General Foreman and Subcontractors/Suppliers or any other party involved, identifying any inaccuracies or inconsistencies, and feedback any changes made to the QA and QS teams.
* Develop detailed site-specific programmes and forecast budgets, assess actual programme and productivity achieved, and review weekly, taking action where appropriate, and reporting any changes to the Construction Manager and QS department.
* Be fully conversant with subcontractor's contract conditions, assist in developing job-specific subcontract conditions, and manage the subcontractors' account with the QS team.
* Requisition resources in a timely manner to ensure that they are correctly specified and readily available so as not to impede the construction programme.
* Communicate to the Project Manager, QA, and QS teams non-conformances and any instructions received from the client/designer/RE's staff. Ensure that comprehensive records of resources employed on additional works are maintained.
* Keep a full and accurate daily site diary, including any changes/variations, subcontractors' attendance, and records of work-related discussions with Client/Designer/RE/Project Team.
* Ensure that inspection and test plans, risk assessments, and method statements for the control of the works are being implemented and adhered to.
* Be familiar with and demonstrate commitment to the requirements of the Health & Safety and Environmental Policies.
* Implement the relevant requirements of the Safety Management System within their area of responsibility.
* Ensure that the Construction Team, Sub-Contractors, and Suppliers receive or have access to copies of the relevant Health and Safety as well as Environmental Policy and are kept informed of relevant developments and issues.
* Internal liaison with the Construction Manager, Engineering Team, QA team, and Cost Control.
* External liaison with HS2, Subcontractors/Suppliers, and Stakeholders; close co-ordination with the Construction Manager required.
* Understand the Client and Joint Venture Partners' Environment and Sustainability Policies, Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the company's operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are implemented on the project.
The Ideal Candidate
* Degree level qualification in a Civil Engineering allied subject or HND in Civil Engineering and vocational training in Engineering.
* Understanding of Engineering Principles.
* Experience working within a design role.
* Knowledge and Understanding of construction contract law and forms of contract through experience and formal training.
* Extensive technical knowledge of construction techniques and best practices.
* Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system).
* Relevant CSCS Card.
* Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management.
About the Company
The role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK's new high-speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK's 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable, and frequent high-speed services.
The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks, and the construction of site compounds.
You'll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join one of our networks for women, military, or LGBT+ staff, and participate in cultural and social events with the local community (e.g., as a STEM ambassador).
Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study or professional membership or attainment, for example.
HS2 - working with Skanska, Costain, and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we can monitor and improve our approach to diversity. Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 1998) and will be reported to HS2.
It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House, and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use, OHSAS 18001:2017 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture's operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develop a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrate commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
SCS Railways is a Disability Confident Leader. We want to encourage disabled people to apply for our roles and have an opportunity to display your skills, talent, and abilities. We will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.
Please see the disability confident commitments:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/disability-confident-guidance...
To be considered for an interview under this scheme you have:
* A physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term effect (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.
* Demonstrated in your application and pre-interview stage that you meet the minimum job criteria and person specification for the role.
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