Construction Sub Agent, Civil Engineering

Location:

Mandeville Road Vent Shaft

Working hours:

Weekdays

Working on site from the Mandeville Road Ventilation Shaft site. Prepare for, plan and support with delivery of the scope which includes AFO and the Urban Realm. Develop the design, construction methodology, programme and cost for their area of work as assigned by the Agent. Prepare for the delivery of these works, manage design, programme and preconstruction information production as well as manage resources and providing supervision, advice and guidance to the members of the Construction teams and/or Sub-Contractors.

Ensure the progress of the works are in accordance with the contract, programme, budget and design requirements. Implement and assure compliance with all relevant HS2 and or statutory requirements with regards to Health, Safety, Environment and Public relations within their scope of work. Manage QA within section of works, including compilation of handover packs and gaining client approval.

• Lead the safe delivery of their section of works.
• Manage a section of works from planning through to completion, ensuring delivery against programme, cost, quality and safety objectives.
• Coordinate, manage, mentor and supervise Site Engineers, Graduate Engineers, Supervisors and subcontractors to successfully deliver project milestones.
• Develop and maintain short-term programmes, monitor progress and identify opportunities to improve productivity and performance.
• Ensure labour, plant, materials and subcontract resources are effectively planned and managed.
• Drive a positive health, safety and environmental culture across the worksite, ensuring full compliance with company and project requirements including adhering to risk assessments and method statements
• Review and approve RAMS, permits, inspection and test plans and construction documentation.
• Manage subcontractor performance, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with contract requirements, approved methodologies and programme commitments.
• Monitor temporary works requirements and ensure appropriate controls are implemented.
• Coordinate interfaces between subcontractors and/or different work fronts.
• Internal liaison with the Construction Manager, Design and Engineering Team, QA team and Cost Control.
• External liaison with HS2, Subcontractors / Suppliers and Stakeholders, close co-ordination with the Construction Manager required.
• Support commercial activities including forecasting, progress reporting, change management and compensation event submissions.
• Identify, manage and mitigate project risks and constraints.
• Ensure quality requirements are met and completed works are handed over in accordance with project procedures.
• Maintain accurate site records, including diaries, progress reports, inspections and as-built information.
• Promote innovation, continuous improvement and best practice across the project team.
• Support the Agent and Construction Manager in achieving project and business objectives.

• Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in a Civil Engineering allied subject or HND in Civil Engineering and vocational training in Engineering.
• Knowledge of construction techniques, sequencing and best practice.
• Knowledge and understanding of working to and implementing construction contracts (NEC)
• Ability to use initiative based on engineering and practical experience.
• Capable of working independently and proactively to progress works but also skilled at working collaboratively with other integrated team members and external stakeholders for the overall benefit of the project.
• Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Document Control Systems, Auto CAD).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to adjust communication style to suite receiver.
• Relevant CSCS Card & SMSTS
• Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management.

• Temporary Works Experience and or qualifications
• Lifting Experience and or Qualifications
• Experience working for a Tier 1 contractor
• Experience working with Urban Realm
• Experience working with AFO
• Experience of Self Delivery and Subcontract Management