Civils Senior Site Engineer

Location: Midlands
Type: Permanent
Package: Up to £60,000 + Car/Allowance + Strong Benefits
 
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong engineer who enjoys taking ownership of QA, setting out, and mentoring junior staff and wants to be part of a well-supported team that values your input from day one.
 
 
What the role involves:
·Leading the technical delivery on site, from setting out to quality assurance
·Ensuring all works align with design specs and project documentation - ITPs, RAMS, and site records
·Providing mentoring and day-to-day guidance to junior engineers
·Monitoring and coordinating any design changes, liaising with internal teams and the client
·Managing site documentation - drawings, service plans, permits and test records
·Assisting with commercial and claims-related records for QS and PM teams
·Taking control of temporary works coordination and compliance
·Representing the contractor professionally with the client, supply chain and subcontractors
·Maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance
 
 
What you'll need to bring:
·Proven experience as a Senior or Section Engineer on civil infrastructure projects - ideally including highways, earthworks, drainage or flood defence schemes
·Strong setting out experience, confident with Leica or Geomax equipment and transferring data from AutoCAD
·In-depth knowledge of ITPs, QA systems and construction best practice
·Natural leadership and the ability to coach and upskill junior staff
·A proactive, solutions-focused approach and strong communication skills
·Valid CSCS, full UK driving licence, and the right to work in the UK
·First Aid at Work is a nice-to-have but not essential
 
 
What's in it for you:
·Company car or car allowance
·Enhanced pension 8%
·25 days holiday + bank holidays (with the option to buy more)
·Life assurance at 4x salary
·Access to a wide range of training and development programmes
·Cycle to work scheme & EAP
·Active company social calendar - fun days, charity events, and more
·A supportive business that promotes internal progression and recognises talent
 
 
If you're an experienced engineer ready to take that next step in your career - or a Senior Engineer looking for more ownership, this could be the move for you.
For more details or to apply discreetly, message me directly or call 02393876023 Let's have a chat
 
 
 
 
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways Project Delivery professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Toula Raftopoulou at Carrington West on 02393876023 for more information.
 
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