My Client, a complete solutions provider of heavy lift & Heavy Haulage services are recruiting a Specialist Route Surevyor to play a critical role in delivering multimodal transport & logistics solutions both internally and to clients. Working closely with the routing consultancy team you will assist in the provision of an engineered and checked transport solution as per the specifications and restrictions. You will be involved in the production of feasibility studies that are issued on time and achieve the desired client specification and deliverables. 

Key accountabilities:

• Conduct and record the findings of physical route assessments as designated in the specification including conducting associated site visits such as ports or final delivery location of the cargo.
• Responsibility for providing accurate data and survey results which will form the basis of findings in the production of route feasibility studies and route reports.
• Document findings and categorise notes, photos and measurements in a structured manner.
• Ensuring route feasibility studies and route reports are completed and submitted in a timely manner, as per the agreed work package.
• Putting health, safety and environment at the forefront of the team’s day to day proceedings; comply with health and safety policies, procedures and regulations.
• Represent Allelys as a brand ambassador.

Key responsibilities:

• Be able to interpret transportation drawings for cargo deliveries and understand their individual manoeuvrability characteristics.
• Assist in the identification of feasible routes while taking into consideration the NH Water Preferred Policy. Conducting on site investigations to capture transport limitations, restrictions and risks.
• Be able to identify and distinguish ‘pinch points’ on the route where the development of swept path analysis will be required to determine any remedial measures required.
• Understand the application of wider technical solutions offered by the business in order to overcome challenges identified during the physical inspection.
• Liaising with consultants regarding structural checks and limitations as/when required.
• To ensure that all project HSQE documentation is completed on-time and of sufficient quality to project requirements.
• Liaise with the Routing Consultant to ensure that all routing surveys and permitting requirements are completed on-time and are of sufficient quality with further actions documented accordingly.
• Support, carry out and compile technical transport route surveys and feasibility studies.
• Attend site and or client based meetings as required.
• Attend meetings at company offices as requested (Studley/Stoke).
• To deal with any queries or problems in a timely manner in order to provide customer satisfaction.
• To conduct the role within as directed by the company and within the guidelines outlined within the group rules and policies.
• To provide any duty within the company that is a reasonable request with the performance, skill and ability level of the job.

Personal attributes:

• High level of attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to work equally well as part of a team or individually.
• Ability to relate to and communicate with staff at all levels.
• Ability to contribute effectively to a team working environment.
• Professional through all work, demonstrated through consistently high standards.
• Approachable to other team members.
• Able to identify and act on commercial opportunities, increasing revenue or decreasing costs.
• Resilient in nature, able to remain focused whilst dealing with conflicting priorities and pressures.
• Flexibility to travel including nights away.

Skills and qualifications:

• Engineering qualification (or equivalent knowledge, demonstratable through experience).
• Previous experience in the heavy lift and transport industry (desirable).
• Experience of land surveying/topographic assessments (desirable).
• Full driving licence, Cat B1.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent IT skills- Microsoft Office and AutoCAD (or equivalent).
• Excellent organisation skills; both personal and professional.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.

My Client, a complete solutions provider of heavy lift & Heavy Haulage services are recruiting a Project Manager.

The role is to be responsible for the planning and management of projects in line with customer requirements and Company policies, procedures, whilst striving to deliver excellent customer service. This is a key role in promoting the Company image of providing a professional and safety conscious working environment.

• Planning and project management of all project activities from contract award to completion, ensuring that projects are successfully delivered in terms of managing contract adherence, permitting requirements, programmes, method statements, budgets and health and safety, and quality requirements.
• Act as the primary contact for customers during the executional phase of projects and manage/communicate with them in a timely manner.
• Manage internal project kick off meetings to communicate and co-ordinate key project information to the engineering and operational departments.
• Attend customer visits/site visits to measure and record specific information relevant to the task
• Conduct visits to third party operational sites (e.g. ports/harbours) to conduct facility and route surveys and ensure all necessary requirements are recorded and documented
• Co-ordinate internal teams to ensure the timely submission of necessary permits (e.g. transportation and marine) to facilitate the delivery of a project.
• Co-ordinate internal teams to ensure the timely production of HSE Documentation including risk assessments and method statement
• Co-ordinate internal teams to ensure activities are compliant with the agreed scope and programme, with timely and suitable communication of any required changes.
• Manage project costs within the budget allocated, while striving to maintain maximum profit margin, any discrepancies or unforeseen changes need to be agreed with the Head of Project Delivery and agreed with the Client.

• Prepare and present project financial assessments and forecasts on a bi-weekly basis to the Head of Project Delivery and Finance Teams.

Experience:

• Previous experience in the commercial management of projects within the Specialist Transport and Heavy Lifting sector
• Ability to manage several projects concurrently and prioritise tasks
• Ability to relate to staff at all levels
• Ability to contribute effectively to a team working environment
• Professional and approachable
• Flexible and reliable
• A systematic approach to problem resolution and demonstrate ability to work effectively with and assist others in the team