Methods Engineer

Recruit4staff are proud to represent their client, an internationally renowned construction & civil engineering company, in their search for a Methods Engineer to work out of their Swindon office (Min 3 days per week).

Note: The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the construction of rock-filled dams working for a contractor.

For the successful Methods Engineer, our client is offering:

  • Competitive Day Rate
  • Days role, Monday to Friday
  • Contract role (3 Months)
  • Potential for remote working opportunities

The Role – Methods Engineer – Rock Filled Dams:

  • Develop and implement optimized construction methodologies for rock-filled dams, including detailed planning and sequencing.
  • Prepare and review method statements, feasibility studies, and risk assessments specific to plinth construction, curtain grouting, and dam face works.
  • Oversee the planning and technical detailing for the processing and placement of rock fill and filter layers.
  • Specify suitable plant and equipment for large-scale dam construction, and calculate production rates and cycle times to enhance site productivity.
  • Collaborate with design teams, structural engineers, and site managers to ensure constructability, safety, and efficiency.
  • Provide on-site and remote technical support to ensure smooth execution of methods on active dam projects.
  • Evaluate new techniques and materials relevant to rock fill and embankment dam construction.

What our client is looking for in a Methods Engineer:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field – ESSENTIAL
  • Proven experience in the construction of rock-filled dams for a contractor – ESSENTIAL
  • Working knowledge of:

    • Plinth construction and curtain grouting
    • Processing and placement of rock fill and filter layers
    • Upstream/downstream face construction techniques



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  • Ability to develop comprehensive construction sequences and site-specific methodologies – ESSENTIAL
  • Strong ability to specify plant, calculate cycle times, and assess productivity – ESSENTIAL
  • Familiarity with construction planning tools (AutoCAD, Primavera P6, BIM, etc.) – DESIRABLE
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work across multidisciplinary teams

Key skills or similar Job Titles:

Methods Engineer – Dams, Rockfill Engineer, Civil Engineering Methods Specialist, Heavy Civil Engineer, Dam Construction Engineer, Construction Methods Planner, Temporary Works Engineer

Commutable From:

London, Paddington, Camden, Acton, Hackney, West Ham, Tottenham, Luton, Brighton, Reading, Oxford, Swindon





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