Senior site engineer

Overview

In this role you will lead the delivery of residential groundworks as Senior Site Engineer in Leicestershire. You will set out and survey sites, manage engineering activities from inception to completion, and ensure quality, safety, and as-built records. You will liaise with clients, subcontractors and project managers, while mentoring junior engineers. This position offers long-term progression with a reputable contractor and exposure to housing developments across the Midlands.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• Long-term career progression
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to work on residential developments across the Midlands

Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying for residential groundworks projects
• Managing site engineering activities from project inception through to completion
• Producing and maintaining accurate site records and as-built surveys
• Ensuring works are carried out in accordance with drawings, specifications, and health & safety requirements
• Liaising with clients, site managers, subcontractors, and the wider project team
• Supporting project planning and resolving technical issues on site
• Mentoring and supporting junior engineers

Key requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Site Engineer, or an experienced Site Engineer ready to step into a senior role
• Strong background in residential groundworks, ideally working on housing developments
• Experience working with national or regional housebuilders is advantageous
• Proficient in setting out using Leica or Trimble equipment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Full UK driving licence

• Excellent communication
• Leadership
• Mentoring
• Setting out using Leica or Trimble equipment
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Health and safety compliance on site

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