Senior Engineer

Job Description

Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by United Utilities as one of 7 partners to deliver £3bn of projects in the Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) between 2025 – 2030 (AMP9 2030 - 2035).

Our scope is to provide project management, design, construction and commissioning services on design and build schemes throughout the North West and Cumbria region covered by United Utilities. Projects vary in value, covering both infrastructure and non-infrastructure assets on water and wastewater sites with wider Enterprise partners.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Key Alliance partners and subcontractors
• Take a lead in the establishment of the site and overall delivery of the project supporting the team & management as required.
• Work effectively and efficiently alongside other members of the delivery team to support them in their role
• Effective engagement with stakeholders and 3rd parties (land owners etc)
• Keep accurate site records identifying any variances or issues and provided feedback to line managers
• Assist in project design co-ordination and distribution of documentation relevant to the site works
• Hold specific site-based responsibilities as determined at project level, typically permits to work
• Plan and procure materials & plant as required for works on site as required and ensure efficient use / stocks are maintained provide feedback and identification of any issues in a timely manner
• Manage direct reports, reviewing their performance, duties and support their development
• Monitor and drive SHE performance, ensuring all health and safety regulations are adhered to
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• Understanding of engineering principles
• Technical knowledge of construction techniques and best practices.
• Some civil / meica construction experience.
• Design Management experience
• Frontline and project supporting roles available.
• Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system).
• Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management
  
  

Essential

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree/HNC level qualification in a relevant engineering subject
• CSCS Card
• Full UK driving licence
  
  

Desirable

• Site Management Safety Training Scheme SMSTS