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The role will be responsible for coordinating and managing design and construction activities across the two Dartford tunnels and QE2 Bridge. The role will provide technical input to challenge and propose solutions for upcoming projects including leading with method engineering reviews of design and framework subcontractors proposals. The working environment of the live operational tunnels and bridges provides multi-layered complexity for which innovative solutions are to be sought as we strive to improve safety by design.
Job Responsibility
Coordinating and managing design and construction activities across the two Dartford tunnels and QE2 Bridge
Providing technical input to challenge and propose solutions for upcoming projects
Leading with method engineering reviews of design and framework subcontractors proposals
Supporting the CPS engineering team with design, design coordination, review Framework contractors’ proposals and manage external design consultants
Partaking in design/method workshops for specific scopes alongside a regular (weekly) construction site presence
Checking activity Control Plans, specification compliance, QA records
Identify/raise NCRs and ensure Technical Queries TQs are raised, actioned and responded to
Managing design delivery, and review documentation from internal and external consultants
Preparing, raising or checking Temporary Works Briefs
Reviewing and preparing methods of work for complex installations
Workforce engagement to ensure design and engineering solutions are being efficiently and safely executed onsite
Producing weekly programme and measures design progress against KPI’s and forecast suitable design resources
Identifying items of additional work and raises the necessary notifications
Monitoring, reviewing and checking deliverables from external designers
Managing external framework design suppliers to deliver agreed outcomes
Assisting the wider Design Team in various Structures and M&E Improvement Schemes
Supporting internal design resources within Design Team
Undertaking and managing optioneering and feasibility of design solutions and preparation of whole life costing
Preparation and review of contract documentation
Working with the Connect Plus Services (CPS) Asset Team to agree achievable Asset Management Forward Plans
Developing and agreeing briefs with the design team and design suppliers
Preparing and submitting instructions to design suppliers
Ensuring that all designs meet the quality standards
Working with the Project Manager to lead the internal reviews during the design phase
Acting as key engineering interface between site operations at Dartford and Design & Engineering team
Liaising with National Highways on technical issues and submissions
Liaising internally with other teams within Connect Plus (CP) and CPS
Liaising with all statutory bodies/authorities as required
Ensuring that learning and best practice is captured from the project
Deputising for line manager as required
Living the Connect Plus Services Values
Ensuring a relentless focus on Zero Harm, and Safety by Design
Ensuring the Principal Designer and delegated duties are met under CDM
Supporting the delivery of the business’ Sustainability activities
Attending relevant community Forums to represent the Engineering Design team
Requirements
Relevant vocational qualifications (MEng/MSc/BEng/BSc/HNC and HND)
Knowledge of CDM and other H&S legislation
Broad understanding of basic engineering principles for bridge and tunnel construction
Broad knowledge of Quality Management
Proficient IT Skills - Microsoft Office is essential
Nice to have
Tunnels or bridge experience design or construction
Asset Management experience
Knowledge of National Highways standards
Experience in a design team and coordinating interfaces with other disciplines
Hold appropriate CSCS card registration
Knowledge of the use of computer design applications
Consultation experience with National Highways, Local Councils, Emergency Services and key stakeholders
Broad skills, knowledge/understanding of other M&E related design areas
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