Position: Groundworks Foreman | Groundworks Manager

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

Location: East Midlands

 

GEDA are a leading Civil Engineering and Construction Company, delivering high quality projects across the UK and Ireland. We have office locations in Co. Tyrone (NI) and the East Midlands (GB), operating in all aspects of construction from Commercial and Residential projects, through to Civils and Water Infrastructure.

Due to our continued success and growth, we have an immediate opportunity for a Groundworks Foreman | Groundworks Manager based in the East Midlands, predominantly Nottinghamshire.  You will play a key role in our team, developing your skills and experience as a successful Groundworks Foreman | Groundworks Manager. While reporting to the Contracts Manager you will also benefit from the support and guidance of our wider team.

 

The Role

 

• Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will be responsible for the construction site, including sub-contractors, health and safety of personnel, quality and workmanship of labour.
• Responsible for the overall management and day to day running of groundworks operations/up to slab.
• Developing short-term programme/schedule to maximise efficiency and ensure completion is in accordance with the master programme.
• Management responsibilities for all Health and Safety policies and procedure.
• Management of sub -contractors, managing our teams, dealing with any issues as and when required.
• Working collaboratively with site engineer to ensure that line and level is provided in a timely manner
• Quality management of all substructure works including drainage, foundations, roads etc.
• Responsible for all document control as an integral part of the project control
• Maintain the Integrated Management System (IMS), policies and procedures.

 

 

The Person

 

• Must be able to use their own initiative, taking accountability and responsibility for a project from start to finish.
• Deadline driven, instilling motivation in the team to hit key targets.

 

The Experience

 

• A degree in a construction related discipline or equivalent with 5 + years’ experience as a Groundworks Foreman | Groundworks Manager (applicants with a different educational path should not be deterred from applying if experience is sufficient).
• Current health and safety card (CSCS, SSSTS, SMSTS or equivalent) and a First Aid at Work certificate.
• Additional training such as Street works supervisor, Confined spaces, CAT&Genny training favoured
• Experience in residential builds would be advantageous.
• Excellent verbal and written communication ability.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Numeracy and IT skills including MS Office, Word and Excel.
• A full UK driving licence.

 

You will develop professionally and personally with an established Company that provides steady and ongoing projects. You will receive an attractive salary, with a well-rounded benefits package.

POSITION: Site Engineer

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent | Full-Time

LOCATION: East Midlands

 

GEDA are a leading Civil Engineering and Construction Company, delivering high quality projects across the UK and Ireland. We have office locations in Co. Tyrone (NI) and the East Midlands (GB), operating in all aspects of construction from Commercial and Residential projects, through to Civils and Water Infrastructure.

Due to our continued success and growth, we have an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer to join our team. This role will be based in the East Midlands, predominantly Nottinghamshire. You will play a key role in our team, developing your skills and experience as a successful Site Engineer. While reporting to the Contracts Manager you will also benefit from the support and guidance of our wider team.

 

The Role

• Involved in aspects of earthworks, drainage, foundations and substructure works.
• Ability to plan, schedule and manage subcontractor operations.
• Ability to accurately quantify materials and be able to order materials.
• Effectively influencing the progress on sites and ensuring programme deadlines are met.
• Developing effective relationships and dealing with clients and subcontractors.
• Working closely with all other team members to ensure that the Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety aspects of the work are adhered to on site.
• Continually developing your knowledge in the industry, communicating, and implementing best practice guidance to line managers and relevant team members.
• Maintain the Integrated Management System (IMS), policies and procedures.
• To undertake any other duties as reasonably required.

 

The Person

• Must be able to use their own initiative, taking accountability and responsibility for a project from start to finish.
• Deadline driven, instilling motivation in the team to hit key targets.

 

The Experience

• A degree in Construction Engineering and Management or equivalent.
• 5+ year’s previous experience.
• Experience in adoptable drainage and roads.
• Residential / Commercial experience desired.
• Ability to use Autocad and Total Station.
• IT skills including MS Office, Word, and Excel.
• A full driving licence.

You will develop professionally and personally in a supportive team within an established organisation, the following are some of the benefits the role can offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Private Medical & Life Insurance.
• Additional holidays & service awards.
• Performance related bonus.
• Training development & institute membership.
• Social and team building events.

GEDA is a passionate and progressive Construction and Civil Engineering company. Based in Co. Tyrone and first established in 1982, we now operate throughout Ireland and The East Midlands.

We are currently seeking to recruit Construction Site Engineer Placement Students for our sites across the East Midlands. This is a great opportunity to get first-hand experience with a successful and growing company. You will develop professionally and personally as a successful Site Engineer with an established Company that provides steady and ongoing projects.

The Role:

As a Placement Construction Engineer, you will be responsible for providing support to the Site Engineers & Managers in the following areas:

• Use of Auto Cad & drawing production.
• Setting out on site (use of GPS and Total station).
• Surveying/as built surveys.
• Quality/workmanship checks.
• Compliance with specifications.
• Ordering materials and logging of deliveries.
• Administration duties and weekly checks.
• Health, Safety, Environment and Quality Compliance.
• Hands-on assistance in site set-up and general operations.
• Subcontract management (including Site inductions).
• Project handover and maintenance procedures.

The Person:

• Deadline driven, instilling motivation in the team to hit key targets.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Willing/able to travel to site location.
• Willing to work effectively within a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work proactively with a keen interest in evolving their careers within the Built Environment.
• Working towards a degree in construction engineering or a relevant discipline.
• Previous work experience in a similar role would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving Licence and access to vehicle.

 

Our Evolve Development Programme offers a structured approach to your Continuous Professional Development. You’ll benefit from support from a dedicated mentor who will provide guidance through your personal and professional development, learning both the technical skills and behavioural competencies you require to create your future as a successful Site Engineer.

 

As a Civil Engineering and Building Company, we deliver high quality construction and civil engineering projects across the UK and Ireland. We have an excellent reputation for investing in our people and for providing a rewarding working environment with a competitive benefits package.

Due to the continuing success of our Civil Engineering team, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Site Manager. Working on Waste and Clean water infrastructures including pipelines and pumping stations, your role will be critical in ensuring the successful execution of water infrastructure projects by managing sites effectively, minimising risks, and fostering positive relationships with stakeholders. There will be the opportunity to continue to develop professionally with the support of the Framework team.

The Role:

• Reading, interpreting, and providing clear communication of construction drawings on site for layouts, material measurements etc.
• Ensuring that the setting out is accurate, providing precise lines, levels, and reference points on site.
• Effectively influencing the progress on sites and ensuring programme deadlines are met.
• Developing effective relationships and dealing with clients and subcontractors.
• Working closely with all other team members to ensure that the Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety aspects of the work are adhered to during your project phase on site.
• Continually developing your knowledge in the industry, communicating, and implementing best practice guidance to line managers and relevant staff.
• Maintain the Integrated Management System (IMS) requirements, policies, and procedures.
• To undertake any other duties as necessary.

The Person:

• Must be able to use your own initiative, taking accountability and responsibility for projects from start to finish.
• Deadline driven, instilling motivation in your team to hit key targets.

The Experience:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or other industry related qualification with 5+ years relevant on the ground experience.
• Experience within the clean water/wastewater sector would be essential.
• Numeracy and IT skills including MS Office, Word and Excel.
• A full driving licence.

You will develop professionally and personally in a supportive team as a successful with an established organisation, the following are some of the benefits the role can offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Private Medical & Life Insurance.
• Additional holidays & Service awards.
• Performance related bonus.
• Training development & institute membership
• Social and team building events.