Engineer / Builder at PoweredUp Consulting

Job Responsibilities

• Must be able to interpret all engineering drawings (Structural, M & E) and Architectural Design for Physical Implementation managing parts of construction projects.
• Overseeing building work.
• Undertaking surveys.
• Setting out sites (Buildings and Road work).
• Checking technical designs and drawings to ensure that they are followed correctly supervising contracted staff.
• Ensuring project packages meet agreed specifications, budgets and/or timescales.
• Liaising with clients, subcontractors and other professional staff, especially quantity surveyors and the overall project manager.
• Providing technical advice and solving problems on site.
• Preparing site reports and filling in other paperwork.
• Liaising with quantity surveyors about the ordering and the pricing of materials.
• Ensuring that health and safety and sustainability policies and legislation are adhered to.
• Site engineers work out on a construction site in all weathers and tend to work on multiple projects at a time.
• Depending on the location of the project, they might need to relocate or complete a lengthy commute.
• Must be able to use AutoCAD and other software for design.

Requirements and skills

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in civil or structural engineering, construction, building, or related field.
• Considerable experience in a similar position.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering, technology, building, construction, and design.
• Proficient in the use of computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Familiar with scientific analysis software as well as graphics and map creation software.
• Proven track record of managing personnel and material resources.
• Exemplary critical thinking, analytical, and complex problem-solving skills.
• Strong time management and project management skills.
• Active listening and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to use the scientific process to solve problems.
• Dedication to learning new concepts and strategies.