Contractors Responsible Engineer (CRE)

Job Introduction

Founded in 1968 Griffiths are one of the leading civil engineering and construction organisations working in Wales, the English border counties, and the West of England.

We pride ourselves in providing the “personal touch” establishing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships at all levels within client organisations, throughout the supply chain and with stakeholders.

We are very proud of our history and what makes us the company we are today. We also have huge ambitions for the future and want to continue our growth and innovation to remain at the leading edge of our industry we offer a range of career development opportunities as a Business Unit of Tarmac PLC. We are looking for people who share this passion, enthusiasm, and collaborative approach to join our team. As part of a global business in CRH, the career opportunities are limitless.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Civils Contractors Responsible Engineer (CRE) to join our Rail Team. Initially based on Transport for Wales schemes in Treforest. We are looking for an experienced Contractors Responsible Engineer (CRE) Civils looking to take the next career step.

We are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of backgrounds. 

Role Responsibility

Reporting to the project Contractors Engineering Manager and working with the Project Managers for the Packages of work, you will be required to manage the Engineering Assurance of any scale of project to comply with Company and functional procedures and standards. Key responsibilities for this role will include:

• Maintain technical knowledge and status in line with post.
• Ensure discipline design or construction complies with current applicable standards, legislative requirements and specification.
• Participate in interdisciplinary design check meetings as necessary.
• Provide support for tender   processes   including   review of pre-tender   information, planning, estimating and quality submissions.
• Compliance with the Construction (Design) Management Regulations 2015 and the Railways and Other Guided Transport Systems (Safety) Regulations 2006.
• Act as engineering mentor for staff in line with POPs.
• Identify any proposals for improving environmental sustainably or safety performance in regard to construction methodology.
• Input  into  and  review  the  Construction  Phase  Plan  and  any  Work  Package  Plan methodology and risk mitigation measures.
• Carry out periodic reviews of engineers' competencies.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following skills:

• Good communication skills
• Good working knowledge on buildability
• Able to interpret drawings and resolve problems with the design and construction team
• Work to the Network Rail Standards as applied to the schemes

Education/Certification Requirements:

• Civil Engineering, IEng and working towards to Chartered Status

At least eight years relevant experience in a construction or project management role, within the railway industry

• Knowledge of the GRIP Process
• Excellent leadership, communication and IT skills
• Relevant CSCS card.

Why Us

We offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits:

• Car allowance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities inc. BAME; LGBTQ+; Working Parents
• Training and development opportunities

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At Tarmac we are passionate that our workforce reflects the communities where we operate. Our ambition is that everyone regardless of level, role, or background will enjoy an environment of respect, inclusion and belonging. We actively remove barriers to ensure everyone is supported and can reach their potential with us. We take active steps to encourage people from a broad range of backgrounds to apply for jobs at Tarmac as we believe a diverse, inclusive company will enable everyone to thrive. We are a disability confident employer and will make reasonable adjustments as required. We are committed to support part-time and flexible working and believe getting the balance right is critical to personal and professional success.

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