Hyreus are currently recruiting for an experienced Methods Engineer to join an established and highly regarded construction and infrastructure business in Paddington.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong engineer with experience in civil engineering and complex construction projects to join a professional Work Winning team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the preparation and submission of tenders for large-scale and technically challenging projects, developing practical construction methodologies, technical proposals and project execution strategies.
The role will involve working closely with Bid Managers, Planners, Procurement, Technical Services, HSQE Advisors and Operations teams to develop robust and deliverable solutions. You will be responsible for analysing tender requirements, identifying technical challenges and risks, and developing innovative methodologies that demonstrate how projects can be safely, efficiently and successfully delivered.
Responsibilities
Analyse tender documents, specifications, drawings and associated technical information.
Develop detailed construction methodologies, technical proposals and work plans for complex civil engineering projects.
Prepare project execution plans and construction strategies in line with client requirements.
Develop methodologies and delivery strategies for underground and other complex civil engineering works.
Identify technical challenges, risks and constraints and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
Work closely with Bid Managers and wider Work Winning teams throughout the tender process.
Collaborate with Planners to develop project programmes, resource requirements and delivery strategies.
Support the development of resource plans and budgeting forecasts.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, construction managers, subcontractors and technical specialists.
Work closely with Procurement, Technical Services, HSQE and Operations teams to ensure proposed methodologies are practical and deliverable.
Provide technical input and support during pre-bid meetings, client meetings and tender presentations.
Interpret and assess complex technical documentation, drawings and specifications.
Prepare comprehensive technical and supporting commercial bid documentation.
Ensure tender submissions comply with client requirements and internal governance and work-winning procedures.
Maintain accurate records of tender preparation activities, decisions, assumptions and technical information.
Provide clear reporting on technical progress, potential issues and risk management strategies.
Contribute to the development of innovative and efficient construction solutions.
Support continuous improvement across work-winning processes and technical methodologies.
Attend project sites and client meetings when required.
Manage multiple tender submissions and deliver high-quality work within demanding deadlines.
The Ideal Candidate
Minimum 5 years' experience working on civil engineering projects, with significant experience in tender preparation or work winning.
Strong technical background in complex civil engineering and construction projects.
Good understanding of construction methodologies, techniques and project delivery.
Experience developing technical proposals, construction methodologies and project execution plans.
Ability to interpret and analyse complex technical documents, drawings and specifications.
Strong understanding of project planning, resource requirements and construction sequencing.
Experience identifying technical risks and developing practical mitigation strategies.
Commercial awareness and understanding of different forms of construction contract.
Awareness of relevant procurement legislation and tendering requirements.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organisational and project management abilities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Confident working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
Comfortable engaging with clients, consultants, subcontractors and other external stakeholders.
Innovative and solutions-focused approach to complex engineering challenges.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities and tender deadlines.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
Knowledge of relevant construction, health and safety and environmental requirements.