Career Opportunity: Senior Engineer 

Here at Jackson we are dynamic, innovative and focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting and varied projects. We want our people to succeed both in work and life and to support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Due to increased workload, we are now recruiting for an experienced Senior Engineer to work on exciting highways civil engineering schemes.

The main purpose of the role is to progress the construction process and assist in delivering the project.

The Main Duties for this role are:

Undertake day to day setting out duties with no supervision

Train, manage and mentor Junior Engineers

Manage and monitor all site sample / performance testing requirements and maintain records in line with the contract specification.

Complete hazard / risk assessments and method statements.

Manage the site service plans/ drawings. Issue permits accordingly.

Assist the site QS / Project Manager with providing the relevant information for records and claims purposes.

Monitor and control temporary works.

Develop and maintain relations with client, suppliers and sub-contractors.

Ensure all work complies with quality, safety and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedures

Are you the person we are looking for?

We are seeking someone who is ambitious, proactive, and motivated with the ability to mentor and progress the skills of the industrial / graduate engineers.  You will be able to set out accurately and with no supervision and able to organise and prioritise your workload.

The ideal candidate will have experience in programming and planning upcoming works, completing RAMs, ITPs, RFIs and QA paperwork as well as knowledge of Civil3D, AutoCAD and MS Project. Previous Highways experience would be needed for this position.

The ideal candidate will have experience in heavy civils with a main contractor, including highways and structures schemes. You will also have a CSCS card and a suitable qualification in civil engineering, minimum requirement HND as well as ICE membership as well as SMSTS and SSSTS. A First Aid at work qualification, and a Degree in Civil Engineering as well as training in confined spaces would also be desirable for this role.

Due to the nature of the role a full UK driving license is essential and the successful candidate will be happy to travel throughout our region. 

Excellent benefits package and personal development opportunities:

• Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
• Company car or car allowance
• Company pension scheme (we match up to 6%)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
• Extensive training programmes
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform
• Free on-site parking
• Company social calendar
• Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events
• A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career.
• The Great Escape – leaving work early every Friday!

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We also place high importance on our inclusive recruitment policy and will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments to take part in the recruitment process. Please do let us know if you require any additional assistance or adjustments.

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within two weeks please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful