We have an exciting opportunity for a Contracts Engineer to join the UK’s largest and most diverse geotechnical and ground engineering contractor.

What you'll be doing:

• Effectively manage the site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safety, to a high quality, remain cost effective and delivered to customer satisfaction.
• Plan and sequence of operations, including writing method statements and risk assessments, and procuring sub-contractor, labour, plant and material resources.
• Implement operational quality control measures and quality assurance processes.
• Process work plans for each job including calculation of cost allowances.
• Drive the progress of each project, ensuring each job is monitored and each member of the Contract Team is aware of their responsibilities.
• Take a proactive approach in the responsibility for the Health and Safety of the project ensuring all required documentation in place.
• Ensure full communication across all management levels within the project.
• Check awaiting goods and follow up on equipment required, arranging deliveries.
• Attend regular meetings with the client to discuss and appraise the performance of contract.
• Ensuring that all operatives are provided with the necessary resources, materials and information for the carrying out of their duties and for ensuring that safe working practices are followed.
• Conduct self in a way that reflect and promotes the Van Elle company values.
• Understand and act in accordance with Van Elle’s policies and procedures.
• Any other tasks that you may reasonably be required to undertake.

Who we're looking for:

• Valid CSCS would be beneficial.
• Previous practical experience from construction / GI sector in a similar role.
• Have demonstrable ability to thoroughly plan for effective project implementation.
• Numeracy and the ability to make mathematical calculations.
• The ability to understand and interpret data.
• Effective planning and organisation skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy Methodical and structured approach to problem solving
• A can-do attitude with a flexible approach
• Strong IT skills, with experience in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Personable with strong communication and relationship building capabilities across all levels of the business.
• Practical, logical, and able to solve problems quickly.
• Ability to work under pressure

Other Requirements:

• Eligible to work and live in the UK.
• Flexibility to travel in the UK.
• A full driving licence, that is valid in the UK (essential)

What you’ll get in return:

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• Hours of work are 7.30am – 5.00pm, Monday to Friday however flexibility is required
• 25 days holiday plus bank/public holidays.
• Permanent position
• Benefits include access to Company pension and Healthcare Cash Plan with family option.
• Onsite Training Centre offers ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Access to our 24-hour confidential employee support line.