Senior Engineer
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate Senior Engineer to lead an innovative initiative in Kilkenny. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented professionals who are dedicated to excellence.
The ideal candidate will oversee and manage on-site construction activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Collaborate with the Senior Engineer and construction team to review designs and associated work programmes.
* Take instructions from the Senior Engineer, understanding both short-term and long-term goals. Regularly review plans and adapt to changes as needed.
* Maintain daily communication with the Senior Engineer and the construction team to prioritize tasks effectively.
* Provide leadership and mentorship to assistant engineering staff, identifying training needs with guidance from the Senior Engineer.
* Ensure the construction team has all necessary information to execute the works efficiently.
* Upload and discuss weekly Request for Information (RFI) schedules with the Senior Engineer, raising RFIs for technical clarifications as needed.
* Understand the project programme, anticipating when design information is required. Report any potential delays that could impact timelines.
* Under the Senior Engineer's direction, ensure accurate setting out and dimensional control on-site. Establish primary control procedures and implement a robust monitoring system.
* Supply technical information for submissions and approvals within set timelines to avoid programme delays.
* Review Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) to ensure necessary inspections are in place during construction.
* Generate method statements and risk assessments in collaboration with the team, prioritizing safety and buildability.
* Conduct inspections of the works as directed by the Senior Engineer.
* Learn to implement temporary works, aiming to take responsibility once adequately trained.
* Maintain a detailed project diary as agreed with the Senior Engineer, documenting events that may impact the programme or commercial aspects.
* Flag any design coordination issues promptly to the Senior Engineer or Design Coordinator, participating in weekly design meetings and utilizing BIM for construction efficiency.
* Employ the project's quality system to ensure compliance across all trades, requesting training as needed.
* Ensure contractors adhere to quality control standards, facilitating inspections according to a pre-agreed plan and closing out inspection actions before progressing to the next phase.
* Maintain the Non-Conformance Report (NCR) register throughout construction, holding contractors accountable and providing weekly updates to the project management and commercial teams.
* Understand your role in the project close-out process, managing snags effectively to ensure timely handover.
* Collect and contribute lessons learned during the project for the Schedule of Lessons Learned.
* Assist in closing out sub-contractor accounts related to your responsibilities.
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.
* 5-7 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in the construction and education sectors.
* Strong knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and regulations.
* Proficiency in engineering software and tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, etc.).
* Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with a diverse team.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
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