Binnies offers you possibilities on an international scale with offices worldwide and projects completed in 100 plus countries. What’s more, you can work on exciting global projects regardless of where you are physically located. Whatever industries and technologies interest you, Binnies can get you there.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

· Continuing learning and remaining current on departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Binnies policies and procedures
· Supports continuous improvement and applies knowledge
Prepare a variety of complex engineering deliverables, performing complex research and give recommendations for equipment and materials
· Collect, assimilate and manage data for engineering work
· Prepare engineering calculations following standard methods and principles
· Understand and adhere to budget, schedule and quality requirements
· Assign and coordinate tasks with internal and external team members
· Actively seek to understand client drivers through client visits and project leadership
· Share knowledge of latest technology and processes
· May assist with training and mentoring of junior/graduate engineers.

Person Specification:

· Civil Bsc or Msc Degree in relevant subjects
.Water experience – desirable
· Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team of internal professionals, and third party asset owners, stakeholders, technical officers and contractors.
· Understand the importance of budget and programme control
· Ability to work under time pressure and balance multiple priorities
· Ability to design, plan and organise tasks with excellent attention to detail
· Ability to liaise with internal and external clients to develop relationships across the business.

Benefits:

· Competitive Salary
· Flexible working patterns available (part time available, remote working)
· Flexible benefits e.g. buy/sell annual leave, varying pension contributions, options for private healthcare
· Continuous training and development opportunities - support with chartership status with training plans. 

Interpretation/understanding of the respective obligations, responsibilities and liabilities of the parties to the contract.

Interpretation/understanding of the contract estimate (including settlement adjustments).

Assisting Intermediate Quantity Surveyor/Quantity Surveyor with:

• Providing commercial/contractual/financial advice/guidance to the delivery team.
• Ensuring that all delivery staff adhere to the agreed delivery procedures and reporting systems.
• Preparation and production of all agreed reports to predetermined deadlines.
• Management of subcontract works packages including Subcontract documentation, Interim assessments and Variations.
• Archiving of all essential project documentation.
• Resolution of commercial, contractual and construction problems.
• Protection of the Company’s commercial interests including prompt payment for work executed.

About You

• GCSE Maths and English.
• Studying for HNC, HND or Degree.
• Involvement in/awareness of: Subcontract Accounts, Procurement Schedules, Applications for Payment, Final Accounts, Cost/Value Reporting and Variations/Compensation Events.
• Quantity Surveying. Standard Forms of Contract. Construction processes.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills. Solid Numeracy Skills. Intermediate knowledge of Excel and Word. Ability to solve problems.

Would you like to work in a business where you feel empowered to grow? Where there is no place for criticism or discrimination? A place where people are mindful and respectful? If so, then Binnies is the place for you.

We have a strong ‘ENGAGED’ culture that runs through everything we do. Evolved over 100 years, we have a culture of caring, where our employee’s wellbeing and work-life balance are priorities, in fact we have industry leading flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We pride ourselves on providing an inclusive working environment, where a diverse workforce is supported to grow and develop.

The successful applicant will go from being great alone to truly amazing with Binnies.

The Vacancy

You will get the opportunity to work on interesting and varied flood, coastal and maritime projects for our clients including Local Authorities across the North of England and Wales, Water Companies, the Environment Agency and Natural Resources Wales.

This is an exciting and unique opportunity to join a growing team in our established Chester office, where we can develop our flood, coastal and maritime business together across the North of England and further afield. This opportunity is ideal for a candidate who is Chartered and has demonstrable experience in the flood and coastal sector.

We undertake feasibility studies to select optimum solutions; prepare business cases to unlock funding; design cost-efficient schemes using the latest digital technologies; provide construction supervision and administrative support; and advise on how to best manage and extend the life of our clients’ assets.

About the Role

Supports our clients to manage our water and coastal environment in a sustainable and innovative way

Co-ordinates, quality assures and leads the delivery of Flood Risk Assessments, Surface Water Management Plans, Local Flood Risk Management Strategies and Strategic and Outline Business Cases

Leads on the development and implementation of business plans, supporting the grow of our Flood, Coastal and Maritime (FCM) business

Supervises and mentors junior staff, managing small teams of staff on a project and supervisory basis

Essential Requirements

The role is suitable for candidates with a degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Water & Environmental Management, or another related discipline.

For those with a geography/ science background: demonstrable experience co-ordinating, quality assuring and undertaking analysis and interpretation of flood and coastal datasets, including identifying key issues and challenges and creating products such as flood risk assessment reports, business cases and strategies

For those with an engineering background: demonstrable experience co-ordinating, quality assuring and undertaking feasibility assessments, optioneering and outline and detailed design packages of work and producing engineering calculations, specifications, drawings and business case reports. Oversight of site supervision duties for engineering projects.

Experience of working within or for (as a stakeholder or consultant) Lead Local Flood Authorities

Experience managing projects and ability to monitor and deliver work to the agreed budget, programme, and scope

Desirable Requirements

Commercial awareness, including tendering for flood and coastal work (on client or supplier side) and contract management

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complicated technical information to our clients in a clear and transparent way

Experience managing/ supervising junior staff

Experience working with flood and coastal risk management stakeholders, including local communities

Experience in quality assurance (QA) processes, including the checking of others’ outputs

Responsible for operating as the Commercial focal point on a single project or several smaller schemes providing a Quantity Surveying Service in accordance with the Quality and Safety management Systems.

Key duties and Responsibilities:

• Interpretation/understanding of the respective obligations, responsibilities and liabilities of the parties to the contract.
• Provide contractual, commercial, procurement and financial services and advice to the delivery team.
• Understand what documents comprise the contract, and be fully briefed on the contract estimate, including settlement adjustments.
• Ensuring that all delivery staff adhere to agreed delivery procedures and reporting systems.
• Preparation and production of all agreed commercial reports to predetermined deadlines.
• Management of subcontract works packages including Subcontract documentation including negotiation of terms and conditions, prices, and programme and interim assessments and variations.
• Delegating/allocating Quantity Surveying tasks to Assistant Quantity Surveyors, setting objectives and monitoring their progress.
• Resolution of non-complex commercial, contractual and construction problems.
• Protect the Company’s commercial interests by issuing Notices and pursuing valid Variations, Claims and prompt payment for work executed.
• Preserve the Company’s good name in dealings with the Client, our suppliers and the public at large.
• Production of all necessary documentation in relation to the resolution of non-complex problems; be they commercial, contractual or construction related issues.
• Attending meetings.
• Smooth administration of the contract, from start-up through to final account.
• Archiving all essential project documentation.
• Other duties as required by the Senior Quantity Surveyor/Managing Quantity Surveyor.
• Participate in creating a knowingly safe working environment.

Key Relationships:

• Responsible for Project Commercial Team.
• Reports to the Senior Quantity Surveyor/Managing Surveyor.
• Management/Supervisory Role of Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
• Works alongside other Delivery Team members.

Key Requirements:

• HNC, HND or Degree or working towards them.
• Management of Subcontract Accounts, Procurement Schedules, Applications for Payment, Final Accounts, Cost/Value Reporting, Variations/Compensation Events.
• Good understanding and experience of Standard Forms of Contract.
• Good knowledge of Construction processes.
• Good IT skills including Excel, Word.
• Ability to work individually or collaboratively in a team.
• Ability to prioritise activities in a challenging environment.
• Analytical with the ability to quickly assimilate information and present concisely to Senior Quantity Surveyor/Managing Quantity Surveyor.
• Able to develop ideas and present them concisely to Senior Quantity Surveyor/Managing Quantity Surveyor.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, and resource allocation.
• Create detailed work breakdown structures (WBS) to define project tasks and dependencies.
• Develop and maintain project schedules using project management software.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans to ensure project success.
• Assist in the development of project budgets and cost estimates.

• Coordinate with project managers to allocate and optimize resources for project tasks.
• Monitor resource utilization and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Ensure that resource allocation aligns with project priorities and timelines.
• Establish and maintain project performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Regularly track project progress against the project plan and budget.
• Prepare status reports and dashboards for project stakeholders.
• Implement and oversee quality assurance processes related to project planning.
• Act as a liaison between project managers, team members, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Stay current with industry best practices in project planning and management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to the enhancement of project management practices within the organization

To be considered for this position you will have at least 2-3 years previous experience within a similar level Planning or project planning role, Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is highly desirable as well as Proven experience in project planning and scheduling, preferably within complex projects. The ideal candidate must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as good attention to detail. A full uk drivers license is required.

Main Duties

• Assist in the production of the Commissioning Plan and update as necessary prior to commencement of commissioning.
• Identifying and chasing any sub-contractor commissioning plans for implementation in above.
• Provide support to the Project Managers and Project Engineers.
• Hold Approved Person status (AP) administering the electrical safety rules (ESR).
• Apply Permit to Work and oversee.
• Provide sub-contractor RAMS for input to Health & Safety Files and Commissioning Plan.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)
• Organise commissioning and co-ordination meetings.
• Identify and organise resource requirements to deliver commissioned Plant and Equipment.
• Attend HAZCOM meetings
• Liaising with our suppliers and subcontractors throughout the on-site commissioning process.
• Provide Commissioning documentation deliverables in line with client specification.
• Report progress updates and progress issues to the Commissioning Manager/Project Manager.
• Supervising commissioning activities of framework Sub-Contractors.

To be considered for this position you will have at least 2-3 years previous experience within a similar Level commissioning role, you will have an excellent working knowledge of electrical wiring requirements and regulations as well as Knowledge of NEC3 Construction & Engineering Contracts. The ideal candidate must be someone who can think on their feet and possess critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Due to the nature of the role a valid driving licence is required as travel to various sites is a requirement of the role.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Provide management support on projects across the business in the design and optioneering exercises to develop initial client concepts or requirements into workable solutions.
• Liaise with internal and external clients to identify their exact requirements.
• Attend site-based surveys to understand the needs of a given project, including meeting client representatives as well as gathering information and data to inform the optimum design solution.
• In conjunction with other disciplines on the project, manage detailed design tasks to client stage gate and approval specifications.
• Manage the production of design deliverables for specified projects alongside other team members and contribute technical guidance to projects as required.
• Check/Approve design packages produced by other designers.
• Present designs at internal review meetings and external client review meetings such as HAZOP’s and Technical Authority reviews.
• Proficient in transformer/generator/switchgear/electrical installation design and selection including equipment and system specifications, design schedules and calculations, GAs, SLDs, CBDs, earthing, technical design risk assessments, cost, and programme estimations.
• Knowledge of PLC/SCADA/Instrumentation/Telemetry assessment, selection and design
• Knowledge of industrial networks and communication devices, including fieldbus technologies such as Profibus DP, Profibus PA, Ethernet, ProfiNet etc

To be considered for this position you will have at least 3-5 years previous design experience ideally within an electrical engineering or construction environment As Lead Designer, the ideal candidate should have a solid background in electrical engineering with strong technical expertise. They should have experience in leading a team and be able to manage and mentor other members of the team. Strong communication skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and other stakeholders is also essential for the role.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Provide management support on projects across the business in the design and optioneering exercises to develop initial client concepts or requirements into workable solutions.
• Liaise with internal and external clients to identify their exact requirements.
• Attend site-based surveys to understand the needs of a given project, including meeting client representatives as well as gathering information and data to inform the optimum design solution.
• In conjunction with other disciplines on the project, manage detailed design tasks to client stage gate and approval specifications.
• Manage the production of design deliverables for specified projects alongside other team members and contribute technical guidance to projects as required.
• Check/Approve design packages produced by other designers.
• Present designs at internal review meetings and external client review meetings such as HAZOP’s and Technical Authority reviews.
• Support both team and personal Continuous Professional Development by demonstrating an awareness and understanding of advances or emergent technologies within your discipline.

To be considered for this position you will have at least 3-5 years previous design experience ideally within an mechanical engineering or construction environment As Lead Designer, the ideal candidate should have a strong background in mechanical design and a good understanding of the water or wastewater sector would be beneficial for the role. Strong communication skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and other stakeholders is also essential for the role.

To apply please send an update cv to the WGM recruitment team for further review.

Main Duties

• Providing construction resourcing planning and strategy at bid stage
• Contributing to development of construction phase H&S plans on winning bids
• Liaising with Project Managers to manage all EICA and Mechanical installation. This includes development of programmes, risk assessments and method statements, lifting plans
• Liaising with Client Operations Teams throughout the construction phase
• Receiving, managing and issuing drawings for construction at site level. Checking construction meets the requirements of design
• Working with Team Leaders to ensure safe, efficient compliant site delivery, with maximised resource utilisation
• Managing internal direct reports for all construction teams and sub-contractor on site activities
• Planning, provision of all documentation, resources, tools, materials, consumables H&S equipment, and transport, to ensure safe and efficient construction
• Managing Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) as required, including pressure testing of pipe including testing of all pipework and civil construction. Managing all applicable test equipment required for the delivery of an SAT ensuring all certification is available for review when requested
• Completing site audits & inspections as required ensuring the highest standard of quality is maintained

To be considered for this position you will have at least 2-3 years previous experience within a similar level role ideally within an engineering or civils environment and an excellent working knowledge of the water industry would be beneficial. Awareness of NEC3 Construction & Engineering Contracts as well as an electrical or mechanical bias are also essential for the role. Travel to various sites throughout the country is required so a valid UK driving licence is essential for the position.

Binnies offers you possibilities on an international scale with offices worldwide and projects completed in 100 plus countries. What’s more, you can work on exciting global projects regardless of where you are physically located. Whatever industries and technologies interest you, Binnies can get you there. You will also gain experience and expertise in all aspects of the UK Water Industry.

Role Responsibilities

The role will involve undertaking Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (E&ICA) engineering design work on projects for water industry and other clients. The successful candidate will be involved in all engineering aspects of project delivery including feasibility, initial design development, outline and detailed design, and site liaison. The candidate will also have the opportunity to gain experience by rotation into short term site, commercial and managerial roles, requiring potential flexibility in future location.

• Undertaking outline and detail design, both individually (under supervision) and as part of a wider team, for projects within specified timescales.
• Assisting with the producing site plans, general arrangements and calculations, using approved engineering techniques, procedures and criteria.
• Working alongside other professionals and JV construction partners, in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Co-ordinating work with other Binnies offices and liaising with engineers and other professionals in the wider Binnies group, providing adequate information to enable projects to be progressed effectively.
• Assisting with preparation of technical and non-technical reports.
• Ensuring the E&ICA design takes account of buildability and H&S requirements.
• Liaison with internal and external stakeholders at an appropriate level to ensure the design is communicated effectively.
• Assisting with design support activities during construction.

About You:

• Necessary qualifications to achieve CEng or IEng in either Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering (or other related discipline).
• Desire to work proactively towards Chartered or Incorporated membership of the IET, IMC or other equivalent institution.

At RSK we operate an open and relaxed management culture that nurtures continuous improvement and innovation, adopting a proactive growth strategy helps us to run a sustainable and profitable business while providing new and exciting career opportunities for all. The company prides itself on providing employees with a rewarding and challenging career, encouraging Continuous Professional Development and enabling them to reach their full potential. Listed as being in the top 3 environmental consultancies and listed in the Sunday Times PwC Top Track 250, there has never been a more exciting time to join.

Furthermore, retaining our employees is the building block of a successful organisation and we want to ensure you maintain a healthy work life balance, with many opportunities for flexible working, social activities, and community involvement projects.

RSK is also committed to our Corporate Responsibility strategy. We seek to minimise our impact on the environment; to engage positively with the community and education groups; to provide a safe and supportive atmosphere in which to work; and to promote Corporate Responsibility throughout our supply chain.

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