Consultant Tunnelling Engineer

Consultant Tunnelling Engineer - Exeter, DevonRate: From 400 per day (CIS)Location: Exeter, DevonEngagement: Consultancy / ContractSector: Tunnelling, Trenchless Technology and Energy InfrastructureWe are seeking an experienced Consultant Tunnelling Engineer to provide independent technical advice and specialist engineering expertise on a major energy infrastructure project in Exeter.This is an excellent opportunity for an established tunnelling professional to contribute to the early planning, construction methodology assessment and contractor selection stages of a significant underground infrastructure scheme.The ProjectThe client is currently assessing several construction methodologies, including:Approximately 750m of thrust bore tunnelling.Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD).HDD installations beneath watercourses.Deep shaft construction and associated temporary works.Underground district heating infrastructure.Key ResponsibilitiesThe successful consultant will be responsible for:Providing independent technical advice and engineering guidance.Reviewing contractor scopes of work, proposed methodologies and budgetary quotations.Assessing the feasibility and suitability of proposed tunnelling and trenchless construction methods.Identifying potential engineering challenges, technical omissions and construction risks.Advising on shaft construction, temporary works and complex underground installations.Recommending practical solutions to minimise cost variations, technical ..... full job details .....