Senior Project Engineer – Rotary Piling

Company: Carmichael UK
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Location: London
Job Description:

Senior Project Engineer – Rotary Piling

Location: Central London

Rate: £400–£500 per day (Inside IR35)

Duration: Minimum 6 months

Start Date: Immediate

Carmichael UK are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join a major infrastructure project in Central London. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineering professional with specialist expertise in rotary piling and complex ground conditions to play a key role on a high-profile civils scheme.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage rotary bored piling operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to specification.
  • Manage support fluid (polymer) systems, including quality control procedures and compliance with project-specific quality plans.
  • Monitor and inspect piling and diaphragm wall activities throughout the construction process.
  • Carry out or oversee pile shaft and diaphragm wall panel inspections prior to concreting using technologies such as Sonic Caliper and Koden systems.
  • Review and verify complex reinforcement cage installations, including large diameter reinforcement bars (up to 50mm) and mechanical coupler systems.
  • Ensure all quality assurance and compliance requirements are met and accurately documented.
  • Work closely with site teams, subcontractors and stakeholders to maintain programme objectives and technical standards.

Requirements

  • Strong experience with rotary bored piling techniques.
  • Proven knowledge of diaphragm wall construction and inspection processes.
  • Experience managing polymer support fluids in challenging ground conditions.
  • Understanding of complex geotechnical environments, including:
    • High groundwater tables
    • Artesian water conditions
    • Maritime or similarly challenging environments
  • Experience using Sonic Caliper and/or Koden inspection systems.
  • Ability to inspect and verify complex reinforcement cages, including 50mm bar systems and couplers.
  • Excellent quality control and compliance management experience.

Desirable

  • Previous experience working on HS2 or other major UK infrastructure projects.
  • Strong understanding of quality plans, inspection test plans (ITPs) and quality assurance procedures within large-scale civil engineering environments.

What’s on Offer?

  • £400–£500 per day (Inside IR35)
  • Immediate start available
  • Minimum 6-month assignment with potential for extension
  • Opportunity to work on a major infrastructure project in central London
  • Long-term career opportunities with a leading delivery team

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Posted: October 5th, 2026