Are you a Project Engineer with 5+ years experience on Highway Infrastructure?This is a Hybrid Contract role which is based in Cork.If you are looking for a role with great scope to develop your career, please send your CV to andrew@jobcontax.com or call Andrew on +353-1-5310097 to discuss further.Project Engineer - Highways - CorkJob DescriptionOur client is a large multinational engineering consultancy that undertakes works in the highway and public realm and transportation areas.The Project involves the provision of technical advice and any other services to support the client’s requirements in connection with highway infrastructure operations and maintenance.The services provided include the following:Undertaking day to day contract management and performance monitoring activities, including periodic audits on existing tunnel systems and operations, as well as Motorway Traffic Control Centre (MTCC) operations and compliance by the O&M Contractor with existing contract requirements;Development and management of detailed contract variations or task orders in respect of tunnel life cycle renewal and upgrade activities;Administration and monitoring of PPP Contracts including checking of key documentation deliverables and the carrying out of periodic audits and checks on existing tunnel and motorway service area facility systems and operations;Providing advice on matters relating to NEC3 Contract administration or any other contract that may be entered into in respect of a tunnel/service area;Providing advice on and monitoring compliance with Tunnel Safety Directive obligations across all tunnels on the national road network;Providing project and programme management services in connection with the client’s schemes which impact the Project’s facilities and their operation; andAdditional ad hoc advice as may be required in relation to the services provisionThe individual will work as a key part of a small core team drawing on specialist and experts from various disciplines as required. The individual would ideally have experience in a contract administration role and some experience in managing disparate projects, ideally in the highway, transportation or construction industries. They must be able to work effectively with limited direct supervision, have excellent written communication skills and have a good understanding of project management techniques. They will be working with Contractors, Clients and Internal Teams.RequirementsA level eight qualification recognised by the National Framework of Qualifications/Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), or other equivalent qualification in the field of civil, structural, mechanical or electrical/electronic engineering; andAt least 5 years’ post-graduate experience in working with infrastructural projects.Ideally, the candidate would have experience working on mechanical/electrical systems projects and in the management of the operation and maintenance of infrastructure facilities.Fluent in written and spoken EnglishGood team player;Analytical, numerate and self-motivated;Excellent written and verbal communication skills;Experience of and ability in chairing meetings;Experience of managing resources to deliver work on time and to agreed budgets;Ability to prioritise, to achieve deadlines and to work with minimal supervision;Ability to liaise with others including public sector officials, members of the public and other Senior colleagues;Demonstrate initiative with managing workload;Strong interpersonal skills;Good experience and knowledge of project or programme management, ideally in a multidisciplinary environment;Full driving licence;A good understanding of the Microsoft platform and applications particularly Project, Excel and Word;It would be highly desirable for the individual to have / be:Experience of working on an Infrastructure O & M scheme;Knowledge of Intelligent Transport Systems and experience of working on ITS schemes;Well versed in modern procurement and contract management techniques;Familiarity with the operation and maintenance (O & M) of highway infrastructure or similar sector would be an advantage;Familiarity with PPP contracts, the NEC3 contract and their mechanisms;Understanding of commercial risk and procurement strategies;Comfortable in a Matrix management environment as part of an integrated team delivering the Project’s objectives;Experience of managing multidisciplinary highway projects;Knowledge of current national, regional and local guidance/standards with regards to the fields of highway engineering. Knowledge of the DMRBPackageHybrid WorkingContract Role - €30-€35 Per HourContactAndrew Taylor is the consultant managing this position.If you are a Project Engineer interested in roles based in Cork, you can contact Andrew by e-mail at andrew@jobcontax.com or phone +353-1-5310097 for a confidential chat.JobContax do not send CVs to clients without candidate permission.With over 50 years of technical recruitment experience, JobContax is the leading recruiter of Engineers in Cork and IrelandDue to the large volume of applications, JobContax may not be able to respond directly to every individual.tagciv
