Assistant Civil Engineer

Where

Tilbury

Type

Full-time

Closing

5 August 2025

Salary

up to £48,000

Job Title: Assistant Civil Engineer

Location: Port of Tilbury

Salary: up to £48,000

About the role

We are looking for an Assistant Civil Engineer to support the Port Engineering Management and wider team in the planning, supervision, and successful delivery of civil engineering and building projects across the Port of Tilbury. This role will ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards while meeting the expectations of clients and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities:

  • Produce contract specifications and tender documentation (including Pre-tender Health & Safety Plans) for contractor tendering
  • Prepare accurate and properly costed designs and project estimations
  • Maintain regular on-site presence and liaise with contractors to promptly resolve any arising issues
  • Apply consistent and effective problem-solving to maintain project schedules and budgets
  • Run and manage the inspection of works programme to ensure all building and civil engineering works meet required standards and are properly recorded
  • Monitor budgets by reviewing valuations and variations to contract
  • Attend regular progress meetings with stakeholders and agree on key tasks to meet project deadlines
  • Prepare well-defined, financially viable, and legally sound contract documents before project commencement
  • Provide regular progress reports and updates to Port Engineering Management, highlighting any delays or required actions
  • Oversee health and safety compliance including CDM 2015 duties as Client, Principal Designer, and Designer
  • Prepare Pre-Contract Information files, review Contractors' Construction Phase Plans, and ensure accuracy of Health & Safety files including "As Built" drawings
  • Control project site activities for compliance with specifications, tender documents, programme, and budget constraints
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Use in-house AutoCAD (following training) to interpret, modify, and prepare technical drawings and layouts in support of project planning and delivery

What are we looking for?

We're seeking a motivated and proactive individual who can manage multiple tasks with attention to detail, work well independently and collaboratively, and bring a strong understanding of civil engineering construction methods. You'll be someone who is confident in liaising with contractors and stakeholders, and who is driven to see projects through to successful completion.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Extensive knowledge of building and civil engineering construction methods, ideally from a major contractor or client organisation
  • Good working knowledge of Health and Safety regulations, including CDM 2015
  • Ability to work independently and within a team
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD is advantageous
  • Ideally degree qualified, or HNC/equivalent with suitable experience

What Forth Ports can offer you:

At Forth Ports, our people are our priority, and we are committed to creating a flexible, open, and supportive working culture. As part of our team, you will enjoy:

  • A competitive salary
  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • A defined pension scheme and life assurance
  • Health promotion events and employee wellbeing initiatives
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family
  • Cycle to work scheme and on-site free parking
  • Attractive Family Friendly Policies
  • Employee discount platform offering discounts on UK-wide restaurants, car rentals, and holidays
  • GymFlex health club memberships

We value diversity and inclusivity, and we are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced Civil Engineer and looking to continue your career as part of a forward-thinking and supportive team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter when submitting your application via this page.

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