Engineer

Alpine Fox Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpine Fox Ltd in London seeks an experienced Engineer for major construction projects. You will lead setting-out, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure quality and programme delivery on high-value schemes.

The role requires strong technical drawing interpretation, RAMS development, and site-based leadership. A SMSTS certificate and UK driving license are preferred, with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND/equivalent in construction/engineering.
• Strong site-based engineering experience on major projects.
• Demonstrable setting-out on large-scale builds.
• SMSTS certification is required.
• Valid UK driving license and good IT/drawings skills.

Responsibilities

• Set out and maintain dimensional control across works.
• Provide technical support to site and production teams.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors and labour.
• Manage subcontract packages and RAMS review.
• Develop ITPs and ensure quality standards meet drawings/specs.
• Maintain records, NCRs, and SHEQ compliance.
• Lead progress meetings and monitor programme
• Support temporary works, permits and site inspections

Skills

Setting-out

Site-based engineering

Large-scale projects

SMSTS

Driving licence

Drawings & specs

Subcontractor coordination

Fieldview

4P Viewpoint

Education

Degree / HND or equivalent

Tools

Fieldview

4P Viewpoint

Job description

Engineer Major Construction Projects

Location: London
Salary: £60,000 £70,000
Contract: Permanent, Full Time

An established UK construction contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Engineer to join its London team, working across high-value construction projects.

This is a site-focused role suited to an Engineer with strong technical and setting-out experience who is comfortable taking responsibility for quality, coordination and the day-to-day engineering requirements of major projects.

The Role

Working as part of the project delivery team, you will be responsible for:

• Setting out and maintaining accurate dimensional control across the works
• Providing technical support to site and production teams
• Supervising and coordinating subcontractors and directly employed labour
• Managing and coordinating subcontract packages
• Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications and required quality standards
• Producing RAMS and reviewing subcontractor RAMS
• Producing and implementing Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
• Managing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and maintaining accurate records
• Supporting temporary works, permits and site inspection procedures
• Developing short-term look-ahead programmes with the supply chain
• Monitoring progress against programme and highlighting potential risks
• Chairing subcontractor progress meetings
• Maintaining accurate site records for labour, plant and materials
• Working closely with Project Management, Commercial and Quantity Surveying teams
• Ensuring site activities comply with SHEQ requirements

What We're Looking For

To be considered, you should have:

• Degree, HND or equivalent construction/engineering qualification
• Strong previous experience in a similar site-based engineering role
• Demonstrable setting-out experience on large-scale construction projects
• Experience working within a main contractor or comparable project environment
• Good technical understanding of drawings and specifications
• SMSTS
• Valid UK driving licence
• Good IT skills

Experience working on large concrete structures, including slipform or jumpform, would be particularly advantageous.

First Aid training and experience using Fieldview and/or 4P Viewpoint would also be beneficial.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join an established contractor delivering substantial projects across London, with a salary of £60,000 £70,000 alongside a competitive benefits package and opportunities for continued career development.