Section Engineer - Civil Engineering - Glen Douglas - #1787974
GRAHAM Group
Date: 3 hours ago
City: Glasgow
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day

About The Role
SECTION ENGINEER - Permanent Opportunity
DIVISION - Civil Engineering
LOCATION - Glen Douglas
Benefits: Car Allowance; Subsidised Private Medical Cover; Life Assurance Scheme; Living away from home allowance (where appropriate), Contributory Pension, 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays) PROJECT MANAGER - Permanent Opportunity
Job Summary
As the GRAHAM business continues to grow and develop, we are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Section Engineer to work on a large development we have at Glen Douglas.
The successful candidate will have a wide and varied remit making full use of their experience and skills.
Due to the nature of the work, ability to pass Security Checks is valid, as is a valid UK Driving License.
Job Description
The Section Engineer shall:
It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.
Personal Specification
Technical Competencies
Essential
Essential
Essential
Effective Communication skills: Able to adapt communication to audience and create detailed written documents and reports. Able to maintain and manage communication links with a variety of stakeholders.
Problem Solving: Looks objectively at every side of an idea or situation to ensure that all outcomes are thoroughly assessed before deciding on an appropriate course of action. Can use analytical skills to make decisions, with a strict attention to detail.
Initiative: Is able to work alone to get results in an effective way. Understands and seeks to minimise waste in resources and processes. Adopts and encourages others to adopt new ways of working. Ability to work unsupervised.
Team Player: Always willing to be involved in other activities to achieve company objectives. Works collaboratively and uses influence to gain resolution of issues. Demonstrates honestly, loyalty and commitment.
Planning and Prioritising: Plans and prioritises around departmental/team objectives and delegates accordingly. Able to spot opportunities and problems in the medium and long term and develop new approaches.
Adaptability: Able to manage change and remain flexible to individual situations. Changes the overall plan, goal or project to fit the situation.
Results orientation: Able to focus on setting personal and team objectives. Can evaluate progress and drive resources to attain objectives.
Our Commitment
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences.
If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
We Are Dedicated To Making Our Policies And Guidance Accessible To All Applicants And Employees. If You Need This Document In An Alternative Format, Such As Large Print, Audio, Or Braille, Please Contact Us At:
A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.
GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant’s experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.
About You
Not Specified
SECTION ENGINEER - Permanent Opportunity
DIVISION - Civil Engineering
LOCATION - Glen Douglas
Benefits: Car Allowance; Subsidised Private Medical Cover; Life Assurance Scheme; Living away from home allowance (where appropriate), Contributory Pension, 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays) PROJECT MANAGER - Permanent Opportunity
Job Summary
As the GRAHAM business continues to grow and develop, we are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Section Engineer to work on a large development we have at Glen Douglas.
The successful candidate will have a wide and varied remit making full use of their experience and skills.
Due to the nature of the work, ability to pass Security Checks is valid, as is a valid UK Driving License.
Job Description
The Section Engineer shall:
- Undertake the management and mentoring of Site Engineers.
- Provide technical support and guidance to site workers and site engineers.
- Regularly check and monitor setting out compliance with site engineers
- Support the Site Agent in driving forward the construction phase of the project
- Liaise with the Site Agent, Project manager and others to manage, control and allocate project resources
- Compile and review work package plans and other management plans
- Report & Resolve any on-site issues or conflicts promptly and effectively.
- Monitor and report on contractual requirements and progress.
- Manage site documentation and maintain accurate records.
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration between all project stakeholders
- Assist in the preparation of project budgets and cost estimates.
- Liaise with local authorities and regulatory bodies as required.
- Communicate with commercial staff to ensure records are prepared in a timely fashion
- Ensure all Health and Safety procedures are being complied with
- Participate in project meetings and provide updates on section progress.
- Compile daily activity briefings and complete site diary as required
- Assist in Managing Quality & Environmental plans on site
- Ensure quality control and adherence to project specifications.
- Work to the Graham IMS
- Take part in and promote a Safety Culture with the entire site team
It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.
Personal Specification
Technical Competencies
Essential
- Strong Work Ethic
- Demonstrate previous experience in a similar role
- Demonstrate strong communication skills
- Technically Competent
- Basic Knowledge of NEC
- HNC or higher in Civil Engineering
- Experience working on Civil Engineering Schemes
- Experience managing one site or a section of a larger site as part of a wider team.
- Demonstrate strong planning skills
- CPCS Appointed Person for Lifting trained
- Temporary Works Coordinator trained
- Proficient in use of Autocad
Essential
- Understand duties and responsibilities with regards to current Heath & Safety / CDM legislation
- SMSTS
- First Aid at Work
Essential
Effective Communication skills: Able to adapt communication to audience and create detailed written documents and reports. Able to maintain and manage communication links with a variety of stakeholders.
Problem Solving: Looks objectively at every side of an idea or situation to ensure that all outcomes are thoroughly assessed before deciding on an appropriate course of action. Can use analytical skills to make decisions, with a strict attention to detail.
Initiative: Is able to work alone to get results in an effective way. Understands and seeks to minimise waste in resources and processes. Adopts and encourages others to adopt new ways of working. Ability to work unsupervised.
Team Player: Always willing to be involved in other activities to achieve company objectives. Works collaboratively and uses influence to gain resolution of issues. Demonstrates honestly, loyalty and commitment.
Planning and Prioritising: Plans and prioritises around departmental/team objectives and delegates accordingly. Able to spot opportunities and problems in the medium and long term and develop new approaches.
Adaptability: Able to manage change and remain flexible to individual situations. Changes the overall plan, goal or project to fit the situation.
Results orientation: Able to focus on setting personal and team objectives. Can evaluate progress and drive resources to attain objectives.
Our Commitment
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences.
If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
We Are Dedicated To Making Our Policies And Guidance Accessible To All Applicants And Employees. If You Need This Document In An Alternative Format, Such As Large Print, Audio, Or Braille, Please Contact Us At:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 07384 916355
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 07384 916355
A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.
GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant’s experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.
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