Working closely with other on-site staff (including the contractors tunneling and station construction teams engineers and EH&S) to ensure work is completed efficiently and to specification
Supervising contractors tunnelling site activities providing them with technical guidance and support as necessary
Liaising with project managers engineers and clients to provide progress updates or seek clarification on complex issues
Managing tunnel interfaces and access requirements with the underground structures being constructed in parallel with the tunnels (includes two stations two tunnel portals and a crossover) and the follow-on contracts
Providing hands-on technical support troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions in real-time
Applying specialized Earth Pressure Balance (EPB) tunnelling knowledge to solve on-site problems or complete tasks
Inspecting and witnessing acceptance testing of major tunnelling equipment to ensure proper functioning and compliance with operational and safety standards
Monitoring EPB TBM operating parameters against the predefined values and reporting deviations deficiencies and concerns to the contractors site team
Leads the team of construction specialists and means and methods engineers as well as inspectors during the design implementation and construction phases of the project
Act as primary point of contact between the client the technical team and the construction team and contractors teams and provide advice and guidance to the field team including the Client/Owner field engineers and the contractor
Participate in executive level project meetings and provide strategic feedback and advice on construction services delivery
Ensure that safety and creation as well as maintenance of a safe workplace and environment is the primary consideration and first priority in the delivery of all work
Actively participates in safety leadership culture through field hazard inspections engagement with the workforce deployment of safety initiatives and review of contractors means and methods
Conduct thorough constructability reviews of detailed design and construction packages prepared by the Contractor. Constructability review reports shall identify project risks and provide recommendations to mitigate project risks
Ensures the implementation of the project construction procedures
Supervises the receiving distribution and filing of contractors documentation
Works with customers engineering and operating personnel to coordinate construction activities
Implements control over variables affecting job progress to ensure engineering and procurement provide timely delivery of drawings materials and equipment and to ensure that other corporate programs are fully utilized
Working Conditions
On-site
Requirements
Experience:
Minimum of 18 years of experience in Construction Services in area of specialty
Experience leading teams in large infrastructure projects
Education:
Bachelors degree or diploma in Engineering or Construction Management field
Licenses OR Certifications:
Holding recognized certification in the applicable area of specialty
Skills and Competencies:
Experienced construction manager in the rail sector i.e. Stations Track Bridges Overhead Catenary Systems Signaling and Communications
Solid understanding of construction methodology innovative methods of delivery technology planning delivery site logistics
Commercial and basic understanding of construction contract law and an understanding of multiple contract types
Good oral written communication and presentation skills
Stays up to date with key industry/professional trends through networking and Continued Professional Development (CPD) and ability to update colleagues & clients on industry trends.
Proficient in office technology software and applications
The individual will take ownership to identify solve and overcome challenges whilst keeping other abreast of developments
This individual is expected to deliver results striving to exceeds the clients expectations
Expert knowledge of prevailing construction means and methods in area of specialty
Seasoned in construction-related software applicable to area of specialty
Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment by ensuring effective teamwork promotion of innovation and overall excellence
Proven capacity to anticipate identify and minimize risks
Expert ability to detect and capitalize on others strengths
Demonstrated capability to supervise delegate and develop capacity
Ability to perceive and ameliorate conflict and tension
Demonstrated functional acumen to support how solutions will address client goals while maintaining alignment with industry best practices
Proven site leadership capability for multi-resource teams with seasoned experience building and motivating team members to meet project goals adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones
Capability to understand interdependencies between technology operations and business needs
Inclined to maintain professional development to keep abreast of emerging technologies methods and best practices
Ability to arrange priorities and escalate competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadership
Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilitieswith a track record for meeting deadlines
Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal)in a demanding multi-disciplinary project environment
Expert ability to work collaboratively and independently on creative and analytical tasks in a structured disciplined technology-driven environment
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