Senior Project Engineer (Pre-construction)

at  Gallifordtry

Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.
We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies, if speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

ABOUT US:

Galliford Try is one of the UK’s leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in.
Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.
We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.
For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Environment business please contact Ryan De Stadler on ryan.destadler@gallifordtry.co.uk

• Manage the Detailed Design and Procurement phase to ensure we successfully achieve Client approval & GT Validation sign off’s, whilst maximising our opportunities for programme and procurement savings.
• Ensure our Engineering service (internal or external) provides the right quality of design deliverables in line with our programme requirements through identifying what the important deliverables are, proactively expedite / check them for quality and setting stretch target dates for their delivery.
• To provide / coordinate Operational / Matrix function input into the Pre-Contract phase of each project to ensure we have a robust Target cost, Risk register and outline Delivery plan.
• To enhance and maximise the potential profitability of each project up to the substantial completion of detailed design and placement of all major subcontracts.
• Undertake the role of Design Management Lead (DML) under our Business Management System (BMS).
• To develop relationships, systems and processes to provide effective coordination across all designers, client, supply chain, procurement, planners and GT delivery to ensure cost efficient and effective delivery planning of Civil and MEICA elements of projects/programmes of work.
• Plan, coordinate and implement any advanced site activities (e.g. surveys, trial holes, inspections, etc) required to support the design / delivery planning activities.
• Have a change control system in place that allows you and the SPM / PM to stay ahead of change, assess impact quickly and be decisive around moving forward, recognising that a decent quick decision is better than a perfect one that is late!
• Maximise our procurement opportunities (buying gains) through recognising time is key to allow our buyers to “sweat” the supply chain for maximum benefit, developing a buying strategy for each project which focuses on the packages where we are going to add most value to the project and avoiding having to rush key orders through by creating time in the design process and making sure subcontract enquiry packages are ready to go well in advance.
• Participate in Client Framework Supplier selection where required and challenge if they are constraining our opportunity.
• Be the key interface coordinator with the supply chain ensuring they receive the right quality of enquiry (particularly in terms of an accurate scope of supply) and that their quotation returns are robustly assessed to ensure they fully meet our needs before Contracts are placed.
• Get involved in the Pre-Contact award phase and work closely with the Pre-Con team providing / coordinating all necessary Operational input (e.g. delivery planning, programme, constructability, matrix engagement, etc)
• Understand and support Pre-con activities to ensure that by Contract award we can have a seamless transition / handover from the Pre-Con team to the Operational team.
• Operate rigorous change control procedures and deal effectively with technical queries.
• Ensure a suitably developed project delivery plan and procurement schedules are produced along with reviews and consideration of any buildability and Temporary Works requirements are carried out.
• Provide an effective Civil and MEICA technical interface with the Client.
• Coordinate, challenge and optimise Civil and MEICA technical solutions, maintaining compliance with design and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all key functions are involved in the design process (e.g. H&S, Quality, Environmental, etc) to confirm a robust final solution and effective delivery plan is in lace before we move to site.
• Ensure early involvement and engagement with the Commissioning & Asset Integration Manager and their teams during the design phase, so a clear strategy and plan can be developed before we go to site.
• Report into the Risk Manager on all aspects of Civil and MEICA delivery including performance, forecasting and key issues.
• At all times focus positively on the Client and Customer.
• Understand and implement Quality, Safety and Environmental Policies and Targets
• Participate in creating a knowingly safe working environment.
• Establish a reputation for Project delivery excellence, particularly in the Design and Procurement phases of the project.
• Capture and share best practice and embed and drive continuous improvement.