Agent - London, United Kingdom - BAM Nuttall

    BAM Nuttall
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    Full time
    Description

    We are looking for Agents to work on one of our civil engineering projects, which includes capital maintenance works to Environment Agency owned navigation assets in the Thames Valley area. BAM Nuttall will develop and lead the programme of works, including some D & B projects, following the priorities identified by the EA. The works will primarily include small maintenance projects and lock gate replacement schemes including full MEICA installations. Area of works covers course of river from Teddington in South West London through to Swindon.

    Your mission

    As an Agent, you will be responsible for the following:

    • Set personal example in health, safety and environmental matters by ensuring compliance with Company policies and procedures, and personal safety tours.
    • Manage, supervise and mentor the project team as appropriate.
    • Adopt, maintain and promote cost-conscious management through efficient use of all resources.
    • Implement and promote the use of BIM technologies to deliver the requirements of the project BIM Execution Plan (BEP).
    • Maintain good working relationship with RE staff and the supply chain.
    • Encourage repeat business by adopting a professional attitude with clients and stakeholders.
    • Establish, maintain and monitor an effective, programme based cost management system, to facilitate control with reliable QF preparation.
    • Ensure realistic short, medium and contract programmes are prepared, reviewed and updated.
    • Ensure method statements and risk assessments are prepared, briefed, reviewed and updated.
    • Ensure all records for measurement and payment purposes are prepared promptly, in appropriate form.
    • Ensure all necessary site based appointments are made with suitably trained and experienced staff.
    • Use recorded weekly internal progress meetings to communicate with all levels of the team.
    • Keep off-site line management apprised of potential problems and future work opportunities.
    • Establish and maintain close working relationship with buying department to ensure compliant advantageous procurement terms.
    • Establish close working relationship with general foreman to ensure cost-effective use of labour and plant.
    • Take a personal interest in developing staff to their next level.
    • Keep abreast of developments in professional field.

    Who are we looking for?

    • Qualified to ICE Chartered level or equivalent (preferred).
    • Successful management of a section of a major project, or acting as sub agent on a similar project.
    • Thorough knowledge of relevant government legislation.
    • Working knowledge of construction techniques and contract law relevant to construction contracts.
    • Able to communicate effectively at all levels.

    What's in it for you?

    • Competitive salary
    • A wide range of family friendly policies
    • Company car / car allowance / travel allowance
    • 8 % matched pension contributions
    • Private healthcare
    • Life assurance
    • 26 days holiday
    • 2 wellbeing days
    • 1 volunteering day
    • Personal and professional development

    BAM Nuttall is also committed to equality of opportunity in all its employment practices, and to developing policies that support work-life balance.

    BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at anytime you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.