Civil Construction Engineer

Our client is a leading EPC contractor delivering large‑scale energy and infrastructure projects across the UK. This role supports the delivery of a major onshore substation project. This role is based in Murton on an initial one-year contract outside of IR35.

Key Responsibilities

Construction & Site Management

• Coordinate all civil construction activities related to the onshore substation, including:
• Site preparation and earthworks
• Foundations and concrete works
• Buildings and structures
• Access roads
• Drainage systems and utilities
• Coordinate daily site activities to ensure efficient sequencing of works and optimal resource utilisation.
• Monitor progress against programme and proactively address delays or risks.

Planning & Coordination

• Develop and implement construction plans, schedules, and resource requirements in collaboration with project management and engineering teams.
• Review construction methodologies to ensure practicality, safety, and compliance with project objectives.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Ensure full compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation, standards, and company policies.
• Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
• Promote a strong safety culture and intervene where unsafe practices are identified.

Technical & Quality Assurance

• Review civil construction drawings, method statements, risk assessments, and permits to work.
• Ensure works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and industry standards.

Commercial & Reporting

• Support the management of civil construction budgets and cost control.
• Track progress and report on schedule, costs, risks, and change management.
• Maintain accurate site documentation including daily reports, progress updates, and change orders.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree, HNC/HND, or recognised qualification in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Valid SMSTS (or equivalent) certification.
• CSCS card (Supervisor or Manager level).

Experience

• Proven experience supervising civil works on major infrastructure, energy, or industrial projects.
• Demonstrable experience within an EPC project environment.
• Experience on onshore substations or high‑voltage infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of UK construction health, safety, and environmental regulations.

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