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We're looking for a Sub-Agent to join our KierBam JV project at Hinkley Point C based in Bridgewater, Somerset, KierBAM are a Joint Venture (JV) partnership between Kier and Bam Nuttall.

Location : Site Based, Bridgewater, Somerset

Hours : Permanent - Shift Pattern

Responsibilities

The role of the Sub-Agent is to, provide engineering control and supervise production resources, ensuring compliance with project and company systems for a defined area of the works at Hinkley Point C.

Your day to day will include:

• Producing, monitoring and managing short-term lookahead programmes
• Sound commercial awareness at Sub-Agent level
• Management of temporary works on-site, with prior experience as a TWS/TWC
• Permanent works design input and review to ensure constructability
• Managing change process through RFI/ FCR/ NCR
• Managing and mentoring junior staff

What are we looking for as a Sub-Agent?

This role of Sub-Agent is great for you if:

• Experience in planning, managing, and monitoring civil works (earthworks, structures, drainage, reinforced concrete, or temporary works).
• Previous experience as a sub-agent & working knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial awareness of project delivery.
• CSCS & SMSTS
• Excellent understanding of CDM regulations and site safety standards.

We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat.

Rewards and benefits
We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here .

Diversity and inclusion
Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here .

Due to the nature of this role and the nature of the work at this site, you will be required to complete a Government Security BPSS Check, which takes place before your employment, and is conducted by the Cabinet Office's United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) agency who set out a pre-requisite criteria including residency history. (Applicants with criminal convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any offences disclosed to us - To read more about our programme to support people with convictions into employment, visit ). This role will also be subject to further pre-employment checks.

We look forward to seeing your application to join the #constructionrevolution #joinkier

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Drainage Engineer (specialising in water, flooding, and drainage) to join our Water and Drainage team in Exeter. In this role, you'll take the lead in delivering a range of design projects, ensuring they meet established standards, deadlines, and budget requirements. A full driving licence is essential for this position.

Can you imagine a future without resilient water infrastructure? Neither can we! At Kier, we're enhancing water quality and flood resilience to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that are vital to the UK. Join our Water and Drainage team, where we work brilliantly together to make a difference—protecting communities and supporting a more sustainable future.

Location : Exeter - some remote working available, with travel to the office required

Contract : Permanent Fulltime

Salary : £43,000 - £46,000 + private healthcare + benefits

Responsibilities

As a Senior Drainage Engineer, you'll bring specialist expertise in drainage, while also drawing on your knowledge of water utilities and Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA) requirements. This role within Kier Design and Engineering plays a key part in delivering high-impact, meaningful projects.

Your day to day will include:

• Take the lead on technically challenging projects, elements and/or solutions
• Ensure latest design standards and lessons learnt are applied to projects.
• Capture risks and clearly communicate the impacts, recommending options and mitigation
• Lead site visits and investigations activities
• Deliver projects to established programmes and raise issues likely to affect commercial performance in a timely manner

What are we looking for?

This role of Senior Drainage Engineer is great if you have:

• Civil Engineering degree - or a similar combination of qualifications and/or experience
• Membership with relevant engineering body
• CSCS card

Rewards and benefits

We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here .

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here .

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.

We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier

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We're hiring an experienced construction professional to join our Methods Team on a major new contract with Sir Robert McAlpine  delivering s a cutting-edge £800 million + 15GWh lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility, 

The Methods Team is a dedicated pre-construction function thats  vital in reducing safety, construction, and commercial risks. 

Why join us?

Across the country, you'll find iconic landmarks built by Sir Robert McAlpine. Cornwall's Eden Project, the Wales Millennium centre, Birmingham's Bull Ring, London's Emirates Stadium.

By joining us now, you can play your part in delivering the next generation of outstanding projects that will continue our 155-year legacy. Our family-owned business is where to achieve more from your career by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.

The Pre-Construction Buildability – Project Engineer role - Methods Manager Role

Reporting to the Logistics Manager, the Project Engineer will focuses on developing practical, efficient, and safe construction methods. As a growing discipline in the UK, it offers strong progression opportunities.

You'll be responsible for providing support to the ‘methods' team. In particular:

• Review and input to the constructability of the permanent design.
• Draw up the structural works execution strategy.
• Draw up a preparation schedule for Methods and Plant.
• Participate in technical/price studies for different construction solutions for the structure.
• Set the execution methods (methods sequencing, operating procedures, phasing, cycles) in line with the Programme and the Quality-Safety-Environment rules.
• Carry out studies regarding site installations and the lifting equipment working closely with the lifting team.
• Determine all plant resources needed for steelwork erection, cladding installation, M&E Logistical movements and safety.
• Provide monitoring and inspection of manufacturers of special plant/equipment: consultation, ordering, checking the calculation notes and fabrication drawings, acceptance in factory, dummy assembly, packaging.
• Manage the Methods technicians/engineers and draughtsperson.
• Monitor studies of technical risks (Methods) of the project.

Your profile

• Engineering Degree qualified and preferably have a construction engineering industry related Professional membership (e.g ICE, IStructE, MCIOB, etc)
• Experience of working on large construction projects £100mil +
• Knowledge of the full Microsoft office suite
• Autocad skills to review or sketch designs preferred – but ability to pick up software with training quickly.
• Coordination and negotiation skills
• Technical knowledge and commercially minded
• Methodical, have authority, tenacious and have a sense of responsibility.
• Business Capabilities include: Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving, Decision Making, Influencing & Negotiation, Interpersonal Ability, Planning & Organising, Technology & Process, Verbal Communication & Written Communication

Rewards

We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities.

We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer, even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Especially if you're part of a group that is under-represented in Construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.

Sir Robert McAlpine are seeking an experienced Community  & Communications Coordinator  to join the major projects team on the high-profile Agratas construction project in Bridgwater.

Why join us?

Across the country, you'll find iconic landmarks built by Sir Robert McAlpine. Cornwall's Eden Project, the Wales Millennium centre, Birmingham's Bull Ring, London's Emirates Stadium.

By joining us now, you can play your part in delivering the next generation of outstanding projects that will continue our 155-year legacy. Our family-owned business is where to achieve more from your career by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.

Community& Communications Coordinator 

As a Community & Communications Coordinator you will work closely alongside the Agratas Community Engagement Manager to build positive relationships within the local community and with key project stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilties: 

• The main point of contact for enquiries and complaints coming into the project relating to SRM construction activities
• Provide a regularly updated forward programme of SRM construction activities on site, e.g. working hours, major milestones, unusual deliveries and communicate this to Agratas and then in turn to the local community
• Support the Agratas team in maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and residents through personal visits and direct engagement
• Attend public meetings, exhibitions, and events – including parish council meetings, local community meetings and others as agreed with Agratas
• Collaborate with other partners on the Agratas-Gravity site to share and receive updates on construction issues and concerns 
• Participate in STEM and educational events in the local area. 
• Support local charity and corporate social responsibility initiatives. 

Your profile

• Previous experience working in a similar or related role
• Background working in construction and major projects 
• Experience of engaging directly with the public and project stakeholders
• Previous public relations experience 

Rewards

We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities.

We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer, even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Especially if you're part of a group that is under-represented in Construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.

Sir Robert McAlpine is proud to have been awarded a prestigious contract to deliver a cutting-edge gigafactory — a transformative project at the heart of the UK's green industrial revolution.

In its initial phase, the project involves the design and construction of a 15GWh lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility, complete with ancillary buildings and extensive site-wide infrastructure works.

Once complete, this facility will rank among the largest battery production sites in the UK, with the capacity to supply half of the country's projected automotive battery needs by the early 2030s.

Why join us?

In the 155 years since our foundation, Sir Robert McAlpine has worked on some of the country's most iconic buildings and projects. Our success through the decades has been down to our people - we're a family-owned business with a culture that brings out the best in individuals and teams.

Right now, we're excited about continuing our legacy. This is where to achieve more from your career, by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.

The Senior Commercial Manager role

• You will manage a range of commercial aspects including procurement, tendering, contract administration, variations and management of subcontract works packages through to final

This is an exciting new role for a proactive individual to promote and drive our Fire Strategy on the sizeable project in Somerset

Why join us?

Across the country, you'll find iconic landmarks built by Sir Robert McAlpine. Cornwall's Eden Project, the National Stadium in Wales, Birmingham's Bull Ring, London's Emirates Stadium.

By joining us now, you can play your part in delivering the next generation of outstanding projects that will continue our 150-year legacy. Our family-owned business is where to achieve more from your career by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.

The Passive Fire Assurance role

The Passive Fire Assurance Manager is a key member of the team and ensures compliance with the fire strategy, legislation and Building Regulations at the time of construction. You will be responsible for supporting projects with queries and concerns relating to passive fire issues and using your expert knowledge be able to support projects to demonstrate compliance at the time of construction or where necessary guide the project to reach a compliant resolution. If the situation arises you may be required to assist the project in arranging fire tests or engineering judgements.

You are responsible for carryout out site visits, inspections and audits – including off site when required, raising awareness of non-compliance and good practice in relation to passive fire and recording keeping. You are responsible for sharing your expert knowledge and driving compliance on projects in relation to passive fire and maintain a robust portfolio of evidence to demonstrate compliance.

Your Profile

Technical Fire Safety Expertise

• Strong working knowledge of fire-safety elements including structural, fabric (e.g. dry lining), façade, and MEP interfaces.
• Extensive on-site experience across large construction projects.
• Leads fire assurance strategies from design through to handover, maintaining robust audit trails and installation/testing records.
• Manages fire-stopping and builders works packages on live projects.
• Conducts audits to ensure compliance with fire safety legislation and industry best practice.
• Troubleshoots fire-related incidents and arranges bespoke fire testing.
• Familiar with Regulation B, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order, and the Building Safety Act.
• Comfortable working across all project phases: design, preconstruction, planning, procurement, construction, and handover.

Leadership, Management & Communication

• Strong leadership and management capabilities with a collaborative approach.
• Builds trusting relationships and communicates effectively across all levels.
• Adapts communication style to suit different audiences and situations.
• Organised, self-disciplined, and able to prioritise and deliver tasks independently.
• Resilient and confident in challenging constructively when needed.
• Maintains a positive, persistent attitude and forward-thinking mindset.
• IT literate with good knowledge of key business tools.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional development.

Qualifications

Level 2 IFE Qualification

Preferred;

• Dryling Qualification preferred
• Protective Coating Qualification preferred
• Demonstratable CPD for MEP elements (e.g. Busbars and Dampers)
• Demonstratable CPD for fire compartmentation elements in facades.

Rewards

We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities.

We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer.

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