Engineer

Evodia Limited; England; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to manage critical geotechnical and drainage works. You will oversee engineering activities from design to delivery while ensuring safety and quality standards across multiple sites. This role involves leading and mentoring a team, managing subcontractors, and preparing essential documentation. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in civil engineering, particularly in geotechnical frameworks. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £56,000 plus allowances and overtime.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Senior Engineer or similar role.
• Experience in geotechnical and drainage works preferred.
• Experience on rail or major infrastructure frameworks is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering processes from design through to construction delivery.
• Lead and support a team including graduate engineers and apprentices.
• Prepare, review, and approve Work Package Plans.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety Compliance

Technical Assurance

Design Sign-off

Project Management

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join deliver critical geotechnical and drainage works as part of the CP7 framework. Managing engineering activities from design through to delivery while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance across multiple sites. You will act as the (CRE), taking ownership of design sign-off and technical assurance, while leading and mentoring a team of engineers and apprentices. Working closely with design managers, subcontractors, and site teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage engineering processes from design through to construction delivery on CP7 geotechnical and drainage works. Act as CRE, providing design sign-off and technical assurance.
• Lead and support a team including graduate engineers, site engineers, and apprentices. Oversee health & safety compliance, inspections, and best practice on site.
• Manage subcontractors and challenge non-conformance where required. Review and respond to technical queries, RFIs, NCRs, and MARS submissions.
• Prepare, review, and approve Work Package Plans, Construction Phase Plans (CPPs), task briefs, and risk control schedules.
• Attend IDC/IDR meetings and liaise closely with design managers and stakeholders. Plan and programme works to ensure safe, efficient, and timely delivery.

About You

Proven experience in a Senior Engineer or similar role within civils, ideally geotechnical and drainage works. Experience working on rail or major infrastructure frameworks (CP experience desirable).

Compensation

Salary: up to £56,000 + allowance + Overtime.