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Beckton, London

Construction Assurance Engineer

Thames Water
Sustainable Construction & Energy Efficiency
Sustainable Construction & Energy Efficiency
£41,000/Year
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Description

Location
Beckton Sewage Treatment Works, London (Hybrid role with 3-4 days on site per week)

Hours
36 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary
£41,000 to £60,000 per annum

About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for you to significantly impact the development and modernisation of our Wastewater Non-Infrastructure (WWNI). As a Construction Assurance Engineer, you will ensure the quality and compliance of wastewater (Non-infra) construction projects. Your role involves regular site inspections (3-4 days a week), design and delivery review support, risk and issue identification, and collaborative problem-solving with stakeholders.
You will focus on the construction phase of wastewater (Non-infra) projects, assessing and reporting project progress, rectifying issues, assisting project managers, and leading the escalation process when necessary. Ensuring all non-conformance is identified and corrected will be a key responsibility.
You will review documentation such as RAMS and CPP, oversee all construction activities from conception to completion, and monitor compliance with asset standards, safety, environmental and quality standards, as well as wider regulations.
Post-takeover, you will manage snags, documentation, liaise on defects, and oversee performance testing. You will actively contribute to project teams and ensure proper handover documentation is completed.
Regular health and safety audits will be carried out to ensure relevant issues are addressed.
This is a hybrid role requiring you to be on site 3-4 days a week. A valid driver’s licence and access to a car are essential.

Requirements

Experience
- Background in project delivery and integration within the construction sector.
- Knowledge of health and safety on construction sites.
- Wastewater experience is advantageous but not essential.
- Understanding of design, construction, and operations within industries such as the theatre sector is beneficial.
- Confident communication skills with various levels of stakeholders.

About you
Motivated and proactive with the ability to work collaboratively within project teams. You must be able to manage multiple priorities, identify risks and issues, and take ownership of problem resolution. A commitment to safety and quality is essential.
You must hold a valid driver’s licence with a clean record and have access to a car for site visits.

Qualifications
- HNC or above in an appropriate engineering subject or equivalent experience in a similar role.
- SMSTS qualification can be provided if not currently held.

Expiry date: 03/11/2025
Construction Assurance Engineer
Company:
Thames Water
Salary:
£41,000
Job Type:
Job
Location:
Beckton, London