At Bridges we are more than Engineers.
As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.
Across our key sectors - Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex - we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.
Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.
Role purpose
A part of the growths strategy for the DCWW framework, Bridges are looking for M&E Graduate Project Engineers to join us on a permanent basis.
The Role
This is a hybrid role with 3 days in the Swansea office, 2 days at home (although client meetings take precedent). Please note that the first few months may be full time in the office while to get up to speed with our processes.
The role will include travel to and from client sites.
- Management of staff and subcontractors working on assigned projects
- Taking responsibility for the health & safety of self and all under your control
- Creation and management of the appropriate Project Documentation
- Control project expenditure to satisfy the success criteria set out in the PID and contract
- Create, manage and update project programmes
- Close liaison and management of the Client and other stakeholders as appropriate
- Responsible for the Client Interface of a Framework, as designated
- Work within a monthly project reporting structure
- Liaison with procurement
- Proactively manage the impact on and protection of the environment
- Effectively manage the O&M outputs of the projects and to programme deadlines
Requirements
- HND / HNC, Bachelors, or Masters Degree in Engineering subject
- APM - Willingness to undertake Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ)
- Good understanding of engineering principals
- Excellent client engagement and communication skills
- Project Engineer or Coordinator experience
- Knowledge of health & safety legislation and company procedures
- Appropriate City & Guilds trade Qualification (or similar) where appropriate
- Experience in using planning software such as Microsoft Project
- Willingness to learn and undertake training
- Prepared to take responsibility for self and others
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to work on own initiative
- Ability to give and take instruction
- Ability to analyse project performance and produce project reports
- Driving license; driving to client sites will be part of this role
Benefits
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES
RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and wellbeing. We are a family run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.
Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:
- Competitive salaries
- Health cash plan with Healthshield
- Standard Life Pension Scheme - 4.5% company contribution
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Bike 2 Work scheme
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
- Employee recognition schemes
When you join us, you'll be part of our exciting journey.
Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we'll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges' and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles; Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.
Come and be part of our team!
Bridges is an equal opportunities employee and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.