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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. The role will support the CPS engineering team with design, design coordination, review Framework contractors’ proposals and manage external design consultants inline with the delivery priorities and programme. The role will require the individual to be able to both partake in design/method workshops for specific scopes alongside a regular (weekly) construction site presence to act as the interface between the site construction works and the design & engineering teams. Whilst onsite the individual will be responsible for checking activity Control Plans, specification compliance, QA records, Identify/raise NCRs and ensure Technical Queries TQs are raised, actioned and responded to with suitable solutions to support the project need.
Job Responsibility
Coordinate and manage design and construction activities across the two Dartford tunnels and QE2 Bridge
Provide technical input to challenge and propose solutions for upcoming projects
Support the CPS engineering team with design, design coordination, review Framework contractors’ proposals and manage external design consultants
Partake in design/method workshops for specific scopes alongside regular construction site presence
Check activity Control Plans, specification compliance, QA records, Identify/raise NCRs and ensure Technical Queries TQs are raised, actioned and responded to
Design coordinator across a range of secondary steelwork and M&E schemes
Manage 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
Produces weekly programme and measures design progress against KPI’s and forecast suitable design resources to meet the programme of works
Identifies items of additional work and raises the necessary notifications
Monitor, review and check deliverables from external designers
Manage external framework design suppliers to deliver agreed outcomes, scope, on time and to budget
Assist the wider Design Team in various Structures and M&E Improvement Schemes
Support internal design resources within Design Team
Undertake and manage optioneering and feasibility of design solutions and preparation of whole life costing
Preparation and review of contract documentation
Work with the Connect Plus Services (CPS) Asset Team to agree achievable Asset Management Forward Plans
Develop and agree briefs with the design team and design suppliers
Prepare and submit instructions to design suppliers
Ensure that all designs meet the quality standards required by the DBFO contract and CPS internal standards
Work with the Project Manager to lead the internal reviews during the design phase
Act as key engineering interface between site operations at Dartford and Design & Engineering team
Liaise with National Highways on technical issues and submissions
Liaise internally with other teams within Connect Plus (CP) and CPS as required
Liaise with all statutory bodies/authorities as required
Ensure that learning and best practice is captured from the project
Deputise for line manager as required
Live the Connect Plus Services Values
Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm, and Safety by Design
Ensure the Principal Designer and delegated duties are met under CDM
Support the delivery of the business’ Sustainability activities
Attend relevant community Forums to represent the Engineering Design team
Requirements
Relevant vocational qualifications (MEng/MSc/BEng/BSc/HNC and HND)
Membership of an appropriate professional institution beneficial (ICE, IET or IMechE)
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
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
Licensed to drive in the UK or with reciprocal agreement
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
Licensed to drive in the UK or with reciprocal agreement