Civil Engineering Reference
In-Depth Information
At the contract stage:
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Ensure that all subcontractors are approved by the company
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Promote the company buying code to all subcontractors
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Monitor and track the spending on rebates
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Review and sign off the orders before issuing them to the subcontractor
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Undertake regional overview of subcontractor's performance, and measure and
record the key performance index matrix
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Continual review of the robustness of the subcontractor, in terms of financial
stability
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Develop the supply chain into new subcontract areas
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Promote the company at “meet the contractor” events throughout the region
1.12 The site engineer
Knowledge requirements
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An understanding of the use and site applications of modern surveying
equipment and methods, e.g. electronic distance measuring equipment
(EDMs)
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Familiarity with the use of laser levelling equipment
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An ability to read and understand construction drawings
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An understanding of construction sequences: the order of work
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A basic knowledge of construction technology to at least B.Tec or HNC level
Management skills
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To communicate with trades foremen and operatives alike, with respect to setting
out procedures
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To maintain accurate site records of setting out procedures by recording data on
site layout drawings and in dimension topics
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To work as a team with the site manager or foreman and subcontractors on setting
out procedures
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To develop organisational skills in the supervision of subcontractors and trade
gangs
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To assist in the training of assistant or junior engineers
Many site management trainees commence their site experiences as an engi-
neer or engineer's assistant. The theory and skills they have been taught at a
university or technical institution now become a reality - and what a cultural
shock it can be.
