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Our Client, a well established Regional Civil Engineering Contractor are actively looking to add a Senior Site Engineer to their Civils Team based in the North West working on a a wide range of Highways upgrades, 278 Works and Public Realm projects.
The Role:
You will play a critical role in the technical delivery of infrastructure projects across the North West Region and will be responsible for ensuring accuracy in setting out, quality control, and coordination of on-site engineering activities.
This position suits an experienced Engineer looking to step up, or an established Section/Senior Engineer seeking a long-term opportunity with a well established Contrcator that has an healthy order book and pipeline of work.
Key Responsibilities:


  • Supervise and coordinate subcontractors and site teams to ensure technical compliance

  • Oversee Quality Assurance, ITPs, and material approvals

  • Support Site Agents with daily progress, planning and reporting

  • Liaise with design teams, resolve technical queries and drive efficient delivery

  • Contribute to HSEQ compliance and promote a safety-first culture

  • Mentor junior engineers and ensure as-built records are maintained

  • Setting Out (when required) for a wide range of infrastructure elements (earthworks, drainage, structures, utilities, roads)

Requirements:


  • Extensive setting out and engineering experience on infrastructure, utilities & civils projects

  • Experience in roads, drainage, utilities, or related civil engineering packages

  • Competent with GPS, robotic total stations, and AutoCAD

  • SMSTS or SSSTS, CSCS card (Engineer or higher level)

  • Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering or related discipline

  • Full UK driving licence

What’s On Offer:


  • Permanent role on long-term infrastructure schemes across the North West

  • Excellent career progression opportunities

  • Competitive salary + car/allowance + full benefits

  • Supportive engineering team and strong site leadership

Essential

  • Civil Engineering Qualification / HND / HNC Degree or Equivelant
  • Previous experience working on Highways, Infrastructure projects
  • IT literacy – Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, Project, and Outlook.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
    Desirable
  • BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering, Construction Management or other construction related.
  • Temp Works Coordination Qualification .
  • First Aid
    On Offer
  • Salary of between £50k & £60k plus Car/Allowance & package
  • 25 paid holidays per annum Plus Bank Holidays
  • Health Care
  • Competitive Pension Scheme

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