Senior Preconstruction Engineer

What will you do? * Assist the Project and Package Managers in day-to-day tasks during the pre-construction phase * In depth review of subcontractor design deliverables including management plans, drawings, 3D models, risk registers, and construction plans * Generate site installation drawings, time slices, and 4D construction sequences using CAD or BIM software * Support pre-construction design and methods development into construction delivery: * Support construction methodology solutions development in-line with design development * Support the development of construction sequencing following Method-led Construction principles * Support the integration of temporary works design with permanent works design through the application of sound engineering principles * Develop the concept temporary works schemes required, draft design briefs and review temporary works design deliverables * Develop logistics strategies and support Subcontractors developing logistic management plans for delivery of the works * Coordinate and collaborate with a variety of discipline specialists (both in-house capability and external supply chain) on several concurrent projects, either at bid or pre-construction stage, or during early stages of construction, adopting the Method-led Construction approach * Develop and visualise construction schedules using 4D planning tools to support methodology options * Support the adoption of modern methods of construction to improve productivity * Identify risks associated with the works, support the development of mitigations * Record lessons learnt and capturing knowledge for the future * Utilise BIM tools (Navisworks, AutoCAD) to enhance design coordination and construction planning * Identify ambiguities within design, proposes changes and raise RFI, FCR, TQY. * Assist the Project and Package Managers in day-to-day subcontract management What are we looking for? Knowledge & Skills Essential - Project experience in complex / major complex project environments (at Site Engineer / Section Engineer level or equivalent) - Up-to-date knowledge of construction methodologies - Understanding of project planning and resourcing - Up-to-date knowledge of industry standard safe systems of work - Ensure responsibilities under CDM Regulations - Applied knowledge of modern methods of construction and digital planning tools - Proficient in working with digital models and BIM environments (e.g., Navisworks) - Deadline-focussed outputs - Interpersonal and communications skills - Facilitation skills - Proficient in AutoCAD for technical drawing and design coordination - Proficient in BIM tools, particularly Navisworks, for model review and 4D sequencing - Ability to generate site installation drawings, time slices, and 4D construction sequences - ​​​Experience reviewing subcontractor design deliverables including drawings, models, and risk registers Desirable - Confidence to propose innovative solutions and challenge conventional construction approaches constructively Qualifications & Experience Essential - Degree in relevant discipline - Previous experience in civil construction or mechanical industry - CSCS card Desirable: - Experience in nuclear industry - Temporary Works Coordinator or Supervisor experience What we will offer you? The CWA is a single delivery organisation made of up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry leading packages including market leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme and other flexible benefits