The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and well organised senior site engineer with strong leadership skills to join our South Wales regional construction site engineering team.

The successful candidate will be site based and have overall responsibility for controlling the site engineering and technical aspects of construction works whilst implementing a strict regime for controlling quality.  Duties will also include participation in the management of health and safety and environmental control of site operations.

What you will be doing

• Ensuring that the project works comply with the requirements of the contract specification and drawings etc. and maintaining appropriate records to confirm such compliance;
• Maintaining excellent and effective working relationships with the customer and their representatives/advisors;
• Implementing the Company's strategy and Policies for Sustainability, Health and Safety, Quality, Environmental, Training and Development etc. and acting as an exemplar of the Company culture and values;
• Implementing the Companies Business Management System;
• Being proactive in the identification and resolution of problems;
• Supporting initiatives to deliver ongoing continuous improvement;
• Line management responsibilities including the undertaking of annual appraisal and development for junior members of staff;
• Any other duties relevant to the role.

What we will need from you

• Appropriate technical knowledge and main contractor construction experience (essential)
• Degree (or similar equivalent) in a relevant construction subject (preferred)
• Site Safety Management Training Scheme (SMSTS) qualification; Appropriate CSCS Card (essential)
• Comprehensive experience in a similar role as a Senior Site Engineer (essential)
• Appropriate technical background
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to use own initiative and apply logical and critical thinking
• Robust analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to plan and manage time
• Strong attention to detail

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary
• Car Allowance
• 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday)
• 3 additional long service days achieved after 3, 7 and 10 years
• Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover)
• Life Assurance
• Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave
• 2 days volunteering opportunities
• Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Professional membership fees
• Perks at Work Employee discount scheme offering discounts on a range of categories such as electronics, home appliances, food & groceries, car buying, travel, fitness and more
• Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as:
• Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner)
• Dental Insurance
• Travel insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions.

Who we are

Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company. We deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment.

It is our people who make Tilbury Douglas a success. We believe our inclusive culture encourages new ways of thinking, enabling us to innovate whilst remaining resilient. We value and celebrate all individual differences and look forward to receiving your application. We have now achieved our Investors in Diversity status.

Please note we do not have a sponsorship licence.

We look forward to receiving your application!