Package Engineer

We are thrilled to announce our role as the Construction Manager for Therme Manchester , the UK's first urban wellbeing resort, valued at over £450m . This groundbreaking project will feature the largest thermal pool complex in Europe, botanical gardens, immersive art, and a plethora of family-friendly attractions, including over 25 water slides and the largest sauna area in the UK.

For over 155 years , Sir Robert McAlpine has been at the forefront of constructing some of the UK's most iconic buildings. Our success is rooted in our people; as a family-owned business, we foster a culture that empowers individuals and teams to excel.

Now is the perfect time to join us and contribute to building Britain's future heritage!

As a Package Engineer, you will report directly to the Project Manager and take charge of managing trade-contractor packages within our infrastructure and substructure team. Your leadership will guide a team of engineers and subcontractors to deliver exceptional results in safety and performance.

• Ownership: Take full responsibility for your package, ensuring all works are planned, safe, and organized.
• Safety Leadership: Promote a culture of safety on-site, ensuring all activities are executed as planned.
• Logistical Planning: Oversee all logistical requirements, collaborating with the Works Manager and Logistics Contractor.
• Program Development: Create short-term programs and phase plans to accelerate works and mitigate issues.
• Performance Monitoring: Track progress and report on metrics, identifying trends and implications to the Project Manager.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the infrastructure team, always keeping the big picture in mind.
• Technical Compliance: Ensure all technical aspects meet contract documents and specifications.
• Quality Assurance: Review and approve Inspection and Test Plans, conducting quality inspections using FieldView.
• Documentation: Manage technical submittals and record key events and activities.
• Culture Promotion: Encourage and promote the SRM Build Sure culture.

• Strong leadership skills with experience in delivering multi-million-pound projects.
• Proven track record managing structural steelwork and façade packages.
• Experience overseeing subcontractors and ensuring timely delivery.
• Ability to lead progress meetings and implement corrective actions.
• Expertise in procurement and negotiating with suppliers.
• Collaborative approach with design and engineering teams to resolve challenges.
• Familiarity with NEC contracts and managing Early Warning Notices.
• Good knowledge of building products, regulations, and quality standards.
• Experience with construction software such as FieldView, 4P, Dalux, and Asta is desirable.

We are committed to investing in your future with a wide range of performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards package includes flexible benefits tailored to fit your lifestyle and priorities.

We invite you to be part of our journey in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now!

At Sir Robert McAlpine, we are dedicated to being an inclusive employer. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply, especially if you belong to an under-represented group in construction. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of the working population and create a supportive, empowering environment for every team member.