Geotechnical Project Support Engineer

Carmichael UK are seeking a Project Support Engineer to work on a permanent basis with a major project piling and geotechnical company. 

As Project Support Engineer you will be proactively supporting the site tea in all Engineering aspects of the construction works. You will also be developing and providnging technical solutions to construction works activities

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

Responsible for cage standardisation with the approval of the PM (cost) Provide controlled pile schedules tailored to site

Responsible for the production of fabrication drawings including temporary works/ lifting points in the cages Leading, checking, and approving fabrication drawings from cage suppliers

Responsible for the production of the method drawings (cage installation, central bar installation, etc...)

Ensuring method drawings are understood by key people onsite (work manager, PM, site Engineer, supervisor)

Responsible for the production of the PTP and WTP drawings Liaise with Designers, TWC, Cages Suppliers, Plant Department, Testing Companies, Procurement for Engineering and Technical aspects

Provide solutions to site teams. Involve the relevant person in order to set up the best solution and to push for the implementation

Understand site, design and programme expectation

Anticipate and address to site potential technical challenges

Engage and receive feedback from the site team for the purpose of continuous improvement

Review associated task briefings when required Review ITP and provide comments to ensure quality

Review RAMS and provide comments on technical matters

Physical Working Environment: Regular trip between sites, main offices and plant yard will be required to fulfil the role

About You:

Previous piling site Engineer experience required

AutoCAD skills desired but optional

Piling Design experience desired but optional

Proficiency in Excel for efficiency is essential

TW management preferred but optional

Ability to demonstrate technical and practical skills such as being able to read, understand and implement drawings, sketches and specifications

Ability to independently recognise their knowledge and skill limitations and the limitations of those they will be working with

Ability to organize and lead regular meetings with the site teams to make sure challenges are being tackled and solutions implemented are being reviewed, feedback is being provided and cascading to other/ upcoming projects Performance driven (results and behaviours)

Confident manner, good presentation skills to Client, Consultant, Site teams, Supply Chain and internal departments

Determination – not easily discouraged or put off Passion, enthusiasm and charisma Innovative – prepared to see beyond how it has been done before

Positive outlook – always sees opportunity through any adversity

Resilient – ready to bounce back from any challenges

Assertive – gets things done when they need to be

Dedicated and switched-on profile

Developing strong relationship, bond with the site team (not only Engineers but also Supervisors)

Main office location is Burscough however there is some flexibility for some working from home (following probation)

This role is for a piling site engineer who wants to support the site rather than being on site full time. 

New Year start. 

Salary - £40k - £55k dependent on experience