Resident Engineer

Overview

The ideal candidate will have relevant years of experience in roads/transport infrastructure. The candidate should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, hardworking, flexible, willing to take responsibility and comfortable working with others in a team.

Your role

The role will involve site-based supervision, contract administration, stakeholder and client liaison, reporting, monitoring and inspection of construction activities; in tandem with a Senior Resident Engineer.

About you

• Level 8 Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards this.
• A minimum of 4 years relevant experience in the civil engineering industry, including 2 years construction phase involvement in the supervision & administration of Public Works Contract for Civil Engineering Works.
• Computer literate and with experience of relevant software (AutoCAD or similar) and Microsoft Office programmes.
• Experience in administering contracts using the Public Works form of contracts; including processing of Valuations, and assessment of Claims.
• Experience in supervising and inspecting the construction of roadworks including pavement, drainage, structures, ducting, signage, lighting, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience in record keeping and reporting on Contractor's progress.
• Ability to work within a team and also work independently and under own initiative to achieve project goals.
• Knowledge of current H&S regulations and best practices.
• Full driving licence and a valid SafePass.

Personal qualities

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible approach with ability to be able to multi-task and prioritise when necessary.
• Positive outlook and approachable manner.
• Well-motivated, able to work alone or as part of a team when required.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions (matched up to defined limits).
• Life assurance (4x annual salary).
• Income protection cover.
• Discretionary performance-related bonus.
• Professional membership fees covered.
• Flexible holiday scheme (option to buy/sell leave).
• Hybrid working model (approx. 60/40 split) with flexible core hours.
• International remote working (up to 20 days per year).
• Two paid volunteer days annually.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Structured learning & development programmes, mentoring and CPD support.
• Health, wellbeing, social and sustainability initiatives.