Senior Engineer

Career Opportunity: Senior Engineer

Here at Jackson we are dynamic, innovative and focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting and varied projects. We want our people to succeed both in work and life and to support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

To strengthen our Northern Region team, we are recruiting for a permanent Senior Engineer to initially work on the Derby ‘Our City, Our river’ flood alleviation scheme which is due to commence February 2024 for a minimum of 2 years.

You will need to provide overall control for the technical aspects of the project, including the monitoring and co-ordination of design change. You will need to have an overall grasp of the works quality, ensuring that works are constructed in line with the project specification and that ITP plans / records are produced and kept up to date in line with the project progress.

The Main Duties for this role are:

• Undertake day to day setting out duties with no supervision.
• Train, manage and mentor Junior Engineers
• Manage and monitor all site sample / performance testing requirements and maintain records in line with the contract specification.
• Complete hazard / risk assessments and method statements.
• Manage the site service plans/ drawings. Issue permits accordingly.
• Assist the site QS / Project Manager with providing the relevant information for records and claims purposes.
• Monitor and control temporary works.
• Develop and maintain relations with client, suppliers and sub-contractors.

Are you the person we are looking for?

We are seeking someone who has strong communication skills who works well in a team environment and has main contractor experience on heavy civils schemes.

The ideal candidate will have experience in progress reports, quality records (ITPs, site diaries, inspection records) as well as design co-ordination and temporary works co-ordination. The successful candidate must also have a CSCS card and a suitable qualification in civil engineering, minimum requirement HND. A First Aid, SMSTS and a Degree in Civil Engineering would also be desirable for this role.

Due to the nature of the role a full UK driving license is essential and the successful candidate will be happy to travel throughout our Northern Region.

Excellent benefits package and personal development opportunities:

• Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
• Company car or car allowance
• Company pension scheme (we match up to 6%)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
• Extensive training programmes
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform
• Free on-site parking
• Company social calendar
• Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events
• A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career.
• The Great Escape – leaving work early every Friday!

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We also place high importance on our inclusive recruitment policy and will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments to take part in the recruitment process. Please do let us know if you require any additional assistance or adjustments.

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within two weeks, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.