Civil Engineer

5 days ago

Blantyre, South Lanarkshire, United Kingdom Van Elle Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Civil Engineer to join our team at Van Elle, a leading geotechnical and ground engineering contractor. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for supporting the management of site operations, ensuring safety, quality, cost effectiveness, timely production, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Site Operations Management
    • Support the management of site operations to ensure safety, quality, cost effectiveness, timely production, and customer satisfaction.
    • Assist in planning and sequencing of operations, including writing method statements and risk assessments, and procuring sub-contractor, labour, plant, and material resources.
  • Operational Quality Control
    • Implement operational quality control measures and QA processes.
    • Develop work plans, method statements, and risk assessments.
  • Project Monitoring
    • Monitor the progress of project works.
    • Take a proactive approach in the responsibility for Health and Safety, ensuring all required documentation is in place.
  • Communication and Collaboration
    • Ensure full communication across all management levels within the project.
    • Attend regular meetings with the client to discuss and appraise performance.
  • Operational Support
    • Ensure that all operatives are provided with the necessary resources, materials, and information for the carrying out of their duties and for ensuring that safe working practices are followed.
    • Complete quality inspections to ensure work is completed to a safe standard.
  • Company Values and Policies
    • Conduct yourself in a way that reflects and promotes the Van Elle company values.
    • Understand and act in accordance with Van Elle's policies and procedures.

Requirements

  • Education and Experience
    • Degree in Civil Engineering or similar.
    • Be able to demonstrate practical experience from construction or similar transferrable skills.
  • Skills and Competencies
    • Experience with AutoCAD preferable.
    • IT competent in Microsoft packages.
    • Valid CSCS Card.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Ability to work effectively to deadlines and under pressure.
    • Good attention to detail and accuracy of work.
    • Effective planning and organisation skills.
    • A structured approach to problem solving.
    • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Strong analytical, mathematical, and technical skills.
    • Knowledge of the relevant legal and safety regulations.
  • Other Requirements
    • Eligible to work and live in the UK.
    • Flexibility to travel in the UK.
    • A full driving licence, that is valid in the UK.

What We Offer

  • Competitive Salary and Benefits
    • Competitive salary depending on experience.
    • Hours of work are 7.30am – 5.00pm, Monday to Friday.
    • 25 days holiday plus bank/public holidays.
    • Permanent position.
    • Benefits include access to Company pension, bonus scheme, and Healthcare Cash Plan with family option.
  • Professional Development
    • Onsite Training Centre offers ongoing training and development opportunities.
    • Access to our 24-hour confidential employee support line.

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