Site Engineer

Description:

Murphy is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada and America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; energy and water. 

Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities.

Murphy employs around 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as ‘One Murphy’ - directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. Visit (url removed) or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X:

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Murphy delivers a diverse portfolio of rail infrastructure projects for Network Rail, including complex structures, station upgrades, earthworks and drainage schemes. This role offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects within a live railway environment.
Typical projects include: Complex structure replacements (bridges, footbridges) Railway drainage and earthworks schemes (including blockades) 
Station upgrades including Access for All schemes (lift shafts, ramps, footbridges)
As a Site / Section Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering works safely, accurately and to the highest quality standards.

A day in the life of a Murphy Site Engineer

Accurate setting out and dimensional control of works
Managing and resolving engineering and technical issues, including TQs
Supervising Assistant Engineers and supporting their development
Ensuring works are delivered in line with Inspection & Test Plans and quality specifications
Producing as-built records, survey data, and redline drawings
Managing subcontractors and ensuring quality and programme compliance
Monitoring site activities to ensure adherence to health, safety and environmental standards
Reviewing drawings and specifications to ensure buildability and completeness
Supporting planning of works, materials and plant requirements
Preparing risk assessments and method statements (RAMS)
Maintaining accurate site records and daily diaries
Building strong working relationships with clients, designers and stakeholders  

Still interested, does this sound like you?

Due to the nature of rail projects, this role will involve:
Monday to Friday 9h day shifts
Weekend and night work as and when required (including possessions and blockades)
Overtime paid at 1.3x for nights and weekends
Premium rates during Christmas and New Year periods
Occasional working away from home with a lodge arrangements
Must have experience in earthworks, drainage or structures, ideally within a rail environment
Experience working for a main contractor, tier one
Strong setting-out and surveying capability
Proficiency in surveying equipment and minimum basic AutoCAD
Ability to interpret technical drawings and produce setting out information
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify practical solutions
Good understanding of construction processes and basic commercial awareness
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Experience working on rail blockades or complex structure installations
PTS qualification
Experience delivering Access for All or station projects
Full UK Driving Licence and CSCS Card
Engineering qualification (HNC/HND or equivalent – desirable)