Civil Works and Structural Engineer (Project-Based Consultancy/Freelance)
As part of the GO4ZERO initiative, we are seeking a skilled Civil Works and Structural Engineer to join our project team on a long-term temporary basis. Your expertise will be essential in our greenfield Limestone Line project, where you'll work closely with the project team to ensure optimal design and construction of civil and structural systems. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated consultant or freelancer to make a significant impact on a crucial project.
Project Overview:
GO4ZERO is our ambitious initiative aimed at significantly reducing our environmental footprint of clinker production through innovative and sustainable practices. As part of this initiative, the Quarry project focuses on the transition of clinker production at Obourg from a "wet process" using chalk to a "dry process" using limestone. This switch involves the extraction and processing of limestone, rich in calcium carbonate, from our deposits on both banks of the Escaut River, spanning the municipalities of Antoing and Tournai (Belgium). The processed limestone will be transported from Vaulx (Tournai) to Obourg by train. Significant infrastructure developments, including railway connections and upgrades, have already been undertaken in the Tournaisis region, specifically in Vaulx. This project represents an investment up to 50 million euros, encompassing limestone crushing, transfer to an intermediate storage area, and loading into trains.
Role Description:
We are seeking a Civil Works & Structure Engineer to join our GO4ZERO project team on a consulting or freelance basis for a 12-month mission. This role is crucial for the engineering phase and the execution phase of the Quarry package, involving extensive infrastructure and construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and implementing civil engineering aspects related to Roads and Utility Services and the construction of various facilities, including crushers, intermediate storage warehouses, and notably a 2.5 km long curved conveyor belt.
Key Responsibilities:
- Under the supervision of the Quarry Project Manager and the Lead Civil Works & Structure Manager, lead the civil engineering and structural aspects of the Quarry project, from the soil investigation stage up to the detailed design, ensuring all infrastructure is designed and constructed to meet project specifications, local and international engineering regulations and environmental sustainability goals.
- Participate to the bidding phase and help to select the most appropriate contractor according to the works to execute;
- Manage and control the execution documents (calculation notes, drawings…) and the conformity/quantities of the materials delivered on site;
- Oversee the Roads and Utility Services aspects, ensuring all roadways, utility services, and miscellaneous civil works are planned and executed effectively.
- Manage the construction of key facilities, including the implementation of a 2.5 km long curved conveyor belt, ensuring they meet operational and environmental standards.
Coordinate with project stakeholders, including suppliers, contractors, and local authorities, to ensure timely and cost-effective project execution.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Proven experience in civil/structural engineering and construction management, particularly in similar projects involving mineral extraction, processing, and transportation.
- Strong expertise in Roads and Utility Services and the construction of large-scale industrial facilities.
- Fluent in French and English, with excellent communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to work on-site in Vaulx, Tournai area for the duration of the mission.
- Strong practice of AutoCAD. Knowledge of all other design software will be an asset.
Join the GO4ZERO movement to pioneer a sustainable future and drive significant environmental change. Apply now to be part of a visionary team committed to achieving zero impact and shaping a greener, more sustainable world !
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