Job Description

Company expansion has created this new, exciting full time permanent vacancy for an Civil Engineer/Surveyor to join our team based in Lesmahagow near Glasgow. Hunts Plant Ltd has grown as an offspring to our sister agricultural company which has been trading for over 12 years with an excellent reputation. Hunts Plant Ltd has won a wide range of earthworks tenders in the past 12 months and is going through a large stage of expansion.

We expect the successful candidate to be responsible for;

• Carry out surveying, setting out and volume checks in a timely manner and in accordance with the specifications on a variety of sites.

• Interpolating GI data, designs, and specifications to produce accurate quantities & earthworks phasing 3D earthwork models.

• Support the management of all machine control setup, operation including 3D modelling and on-site accuracy.

• Maintaining excellent communication and reporting to contracts manager & project manager to ensure compliance with specification testing frequencies based on actual earthwork volumes.

• Support the monitoring of earthworks progress and accurately reporting weekly volumes to senior management.

• Support and promote innovation and new technology relating to earthwork operations.

• Ensuring all activities are completed safely in compliance with the company’s health and safety & environmental policies and procedures.

• Supporting in the preparation of quality, environmental and H&S construction plans in a timely manner.

• Support the Interpreting of engineering drawings and specifications and ensuring the accurate construction of the works in accordance with client requirements.

• Providing sufficient and accurate information to the site Works Management to ensure timely construction of the works.

• Assisting with ensuring adequate plant, labour and subcontract and material resources are available in a timely manner to comply with the project’s timescales.

• Assisting with the process of ensuring the timely procurement and payment of suppliers and subcontractors in accordance with company procedures and monitoring their performance including financial throughout the project.

• Preparing and submitting weekly reports on progress for review by the Site Agent or Project Manager, for inclusion in the project’s financial CVRs and forecasts to completion.

• Identifying potential problem areas, and financial impact, in sufficient time to ensure adequate provisions have been made within forecast accounts.

• Assisting with the resolution of contractual issues with both clients and suppliers while also maintaining a good relationship.

• Any other duties as directed by the MD

The ideal candidate will have:

• Degree or HND in Civil Engineering

• Demonstrable leadership skills and experience in a similar role

• Strong computer literacy and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, CAD, LSS surveying packages

• Excellent knowledge of Topcon/Trimble/ Leica machine control / calibrations including set up / applications

• Attention to detail ensuring maximum accuracy.

• Highly competent in surveying and setting out techniques using GPS and Total Stations

• Good commercial awareness with effective influencing and negotiating skills, as well as an aptitude to develop emerging and new client relationships.

• Excellent knowledge of current civil engineering legislation as well as Health & Safety and Environmental legislation.

• Highly developed professional communication and negotiation skills, including writing and presentation of reports, preparing business management documents, and presenting information in meetings with clients and other parties.

• The ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• The ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in both mathematical or diagrammatic form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

• Demonstrable ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines supported by strong organisational skills.

• Excellent communicator, both written and oral, with the ability to adapt communication style to suit different circumstances.

• Full UK Driving Licence and a willingness to travel and work at Scottish based sites is also required.

• You must have a minimum of 2 years construction management experience as a Civil Engineer/Surveyor, be competent in health & safety practice, and have an excellent team working ethic and a valid CSCS card.

If you think you have the required skills for the above position please apply today.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company pension

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

• civil engineer/surveyor: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• CSCS (required)
• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: CIVIL ENGINEER
Expected start date: 15/05/2023

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