Job Description

Contract:

12-month fixed-term (target November start)

Reports to:

Project Manager / Project Engineer

Location:

Downpatrick site; occasional travel to Magherafelt HQ

About the project

OB Construction (NI) is delivering the Redevelopment of Ballyduggan Retail Park, Downpatrick -- demolitions, substructures, civil infrastructure, construction of around 7,000 m of retail space, a petrol station, and associated external finishes.

Role focus

Provide accurate setting-out, strong quality checks, and day-to-day technical coordination so work is delivered right first time -- safely, on programme, and to specification.

Key responsibilities

Setting out & surveys: Set out the works using total station/GPS/levels, keep control points accurate, and record as-built information. Before digging: Check utility drawings, scan the area with CAT & Genny, mark services, and brief the team before any excavation. Quality checks: Follow the inspection/test plan, do pre-pour checks, manage concrete tests, check material certificates (UKCA), fix issues, and build a clear handover pack. Temporary works: Support the Temporary Works lead; make sure checks and permits are in place before loading or striking temporary works. Drawings & changes: Read drawings/specs, raise queries (RFIs/TQs) when something's unclear, and keep redlines up to date for as-builts. Planning & reporting: Keep a daily diary, track outputs and constraints, help with short-term plans, keep registers (RFIs/TQs/NCRs/tests) current, and flag risks early. Commercial support: Measure and verify quantities and keep records to support subcontractor valuations. Health, safety & environment (NI): Brief RAMS (method/safety brief), do point-of-work risk assessments, follow CDM (NI) 2016 duties, and maintain environmental controls.

Qualifications & experience

Degree or HND in Civil Engineering (or similar) -- or strong equivalent site experience. Solid setting-out experience on building/civils projects (retail, RC frame and groundworks are a plus). Comfortable with Leica or Trimble total stations/GPS and with AutoCAD (Civil 3D is a bonus). Good working knowledge of CDM (NI) 2016, key British/Eurocodes and basic QA processes. Clear communicator, well-organised, and a proactive problem-solver.

Certifications & checks

CSR (NI) or CSCS card -- essential. We'll verify the card type/qualification at offer stage. SSSTS preferred (SMSTS also fine). Emergency First Aid at Work (1-day) or First Aid at Work (3-day). Basic Temporary Works awareness and confident use of cable avoidance tools (CAT & Genny). Nice to have (project-dependent): Confined Spaces and NRSWA/Street Works for highway tie-ins. Full UK/ROI driving licence and the right to work in the UK.

What we offer

Competitive rate/salary plus vehicle/mileage as applicable. Pension (if PAYE), PPE and training Supportive site leadership and progression routes within a growing NI contractor.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person