Expleo
Build Superintendent
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Overview
We have several exciting ongoing projects with clients across both commercial & naval marine domains and are seeking to expand our existing engineering team.
The role of the Build Superintendent shall be to provide on-site technical oversight of vessel conversion activities, acting as the primary engineering representative responsible for monitoring construction progress, workmanship, quality, and compliance throughout the build programme.
Working closely with the shipyard, project team, design organisations, equipment suppliers, and regulatory bodies, the Build Superintendent shall ensure that all work is undertaken safely, in accordance with approved engineering documentation, contractual requirements, classification society rules, and statutory regulations.
This is an opportunity to be deployed with one of our existing clients on a full-time basis for 18+ months. As this role is a construction oversight role, there is a requirement to be on-site full time and shall therefore require the successful candidate to be located, willing to relocate, or willing to travel to the North-West region of the UK.
Responsibilities
Construction Oversight
- Monitor conversion activities across all allocated work packages.
- Verify activities are undertaken in accordance with engineering specification.
- Oversee workmanship and identify corrective actions.
- Attend production, planning, and coordination meetings.
Engineering Support
- Review technical queries.
- Support resolution of engineering issues.
- Review engineering change and verify implementation.
- Ensure alignment with the technical baseline.
- Provide engineering advice to support decision-making.
Quality Assurance
- Witness inspection and acceptance activities.
- Monitor compliance with Inspection & Test Plans.
- Verify completion of quality records.
- Participate in completion, commissioning, and handover activities.
Classification & Regulatory Compliance
- Liaise with Classification Society and regulatory authorities.
- Monitor compliance with Rules, Standards, and Statutory requirements.
- Support vessel certification activities.
- Verify the completion of survey actions and documentation.
Commissioning & Trials
- Witness function testing and system demonstrations.
- Participate in Harbour & Sea Acceptance Trials.
- Record technical observations and monitor defect resolution.
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Health, Safety & Environmental Oversight
- Promote a safety culture.
- Monitor compliance with safety procedures and Permit to Work systems.
- Report unsafe conditions and/or practices.
- Support safe execution of construction, commissioning, and testing activities.
Progress & Risk Reporting
- Produce regular reports covering construction progress, quality, technical issues, and programme risks.
- Escalate significant concerns that may affect safety, quality, schedule, or cost.
- Support project review, providing objective evidence of progress and readiness.
Stakeholder Management
- Develop effective working relationships with shipyard management & production, client representatives, Design Authority, equipment suppliers, commissioning teams, Classification Society surveyors, and Project Management Office.
- Maintain professional, collaborative relationships while providing constructive technical challenge where required.
Qualifications
- Degree or HNC/HND Qualification(s) in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or related disciplines.
- Professional member of a relevant engineering institution (e.g., RINA, IMarEST, IMechE).
- Recognised as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) by the UK Engineering Council or working towards professional registration.
Essential skills
- Interpretation of engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Knowledge of Classification Society requirements.
- Planning, execution, and oversight of ship commissioning and acceptance activities.
- Proven ability to manage technical issues within complex engineering programmes.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to operate independently within a client environment.
- Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to obtain clearance.
Desired skills
- Demonstrates professionalism and integrity.
- Applies sound engineering judgement in complex situations.
- Communicates effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Builds productive relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
- Maintains a strong focus on safety, quality, and delivery.
- Proactively identifies issues and drives timely resolution.
- Works independently while contributing positively to the wider project team.
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Experience
- Significant experience in commercial or naval shipyards, supporting ship construction, conversion, or major refit programmes.
- Royal Navy or Royal Fleet Auxiliary platform experience.
- Experience of auxiliary vessels, tankers, or large commercial vessel conversions.
What do I need before I apply
The post will be based in an environment regulated by Trade Control legislation and involve working with controlled goods, technology, and/or services.
We are interested in engaging with all candidates with the necessary experience; however, it should be noted that naval projects will be subject to initial security considerations (e.g., sole UK nationality and eligible for ‘Security Check’ (SC) security clearance).
The role is a full-time, on-site position located in the North-West of the UK. Applicants should consider this requirement before applying.
Benefits
- Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
- We empower all passionate technology-loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
- Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
- Competitive company benefits
- Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we have committed to:
- Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
- Communicating and promoting vacancies
- Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
- Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
- Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work
“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age”.
We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive.
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