IT & Software

Senior Engineer

Barhale

Stretford · England · United Kingdom

About Barhale
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Who are Barhale?
Barhale is a business founded on family values, having been established by our Chairman, Dennis Curran, in 1980. We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineering and maintenance services working across multiple sectors, including:
Water
Transport
Built environment
Energy
We operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients, working as part of large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as on individual standalone projects, developing long-term relationships based on delivering to the Barhale values which have been integral to our business since their inception in 1985.
Our direct delivery model is at the core of everything we do, as we believe that people are our greatest asset. Therefore, we robustly source, train and retain all our own frontline delivery teams as well as management and support services. We employ over 1,200 employees nationwide.
We possess a range of specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities, including:
Tunnelling
MEICA
Temporary and permanent design
Steel-fabrication
Signs (design and fabrication)
Health & safety equipment and products, including PPE
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As Gold Investors in People, we are committed to a high standard of people practices, creating an inclusive environment and ensuring cultural alignment to business strategy, ethos and philosophies.
Job security, long-term secured work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemes
A broad range of civil engineering, mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UKs largest infrastructure projects and clients
Strong career progression as demonstrated by our track record in promoting from within, as we believe this is a key driver of our success
Senior Engineer
The Role
The Senior Engineer is to provide site engineering duties to several projects within the region, including the supervision of trainees and site engineers within the region. The role involves establishing the level and survey control for contracts and setting out detailed works as per the contract drawings, ensuring that checks are made regularly.
Key Responsibilities
Site Engineer
Establish the level and survey control for contracts handing over for the Site Engineer to undertake daily setting out activities with confidence.
Set out detailed works as per the contract drawings, ensuring that checks are made regularly ensure the Site Engineers are capable and understand.
Be present for critical setting out activities
Ensure records regarding health and safety and the work environment are complete, accurate and comply with organisational and legal requirements working with the site teams to ensure the Site Engineers are completing their allocated R&Rs.
Deliver the work safely, without environmental incidents, and to the specified quality without defects
Assist the Site Agent/Sub Agent in developing efficient work methods and techniques, ensuring the best use of resources and abilities are made
Deputies for the Sub/Site Agent where required
Materials Procurement undertaking pre-start material take-offs, working with the PMs and populating material procurement schedules.
Managing Quality
Carry out instrumental checks according to the agreed guidelines and schedule
Complete records of quality audits following agreed procedures and timescales, i.e., at the end of the works
Give feedback to the Site Agent/Sub Agent regarding areas where corrective action needs to be taken
Compile ITPs & Quality Management Plans be the lead for the Region.
Brief ITPs to the Site Teams before delivery
Managing resources
Ensure the availability of resources and that they consistently meet Barhales and the clients requirements for quality, quantity, and prompt delivery advising the Contracts Manager and confirming engineering resources.
Deal with any actual or potential problems with resources promptly, liaising with the Site Agent where necessary annual reports into Junior Engineer progress
Ensure records of resources are complete and accurate
Organise and conduct toolbox talks
Prepare and issue method statements
Develop and maintain positive working relationships between operatives and staff; client and contractor; suppliers and contractors; public and contractors; and subcontractors and contractors attend design meetings for projects supporting the PMs
Line Manager for Engineers a key part of their development and growth.
Part of the recruitment process new Site Engineers.
Managing Information
Ensure early engagement with SE on project awards, Tender Handover Meetings, and Pre-Commencement Meetings.
Obtain all as-built information, ensuring that it is accurate and relevant
Record, store, and maintain records and correspondence in line with organisational and legal requirements plan a minimum of 2 months before completion of the project for Handover of as-built and QA info
Essential
Previous experience in setting out on civil engineering projects, which should include highways, infrastructure, and reinforced concrete works
Degree/HNC, or equivalent, in civil engineering
CSCS card
SMSTS
Confined space training
Experience using AutoCAD
Ability to manage and deliver a successful project with minimal guidance
Experience in running reports and ensuring accurate record-keeping
Effective working both individually and as a team member
Ability to communicate with client representatives, site team and operatives
Ability to challenge designs and resolve problems to a conclusion
Caring and investing in you
Our values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years, and they are our guiding principles regarding how we care and invest in people. Our values are our commitment to being a people-centric company.
As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them. xrnqpay
From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported by.
Competitive salary
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Private Medical
25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days
8 hours volunteering
Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeing
Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice
Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position)
Leadership & management training and coaching
Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression
Development supported by internal and externally delivered training
Continuous service awards
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