Lead site Engineer

Metlen; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

On site accommodation

Rental Car

Food allowance

Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals is seeking a Lead Site Engineer for its Renewables division in the UK to lead multidisciplinary construction activities, ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery. You will coordinate site teams, manage subcontractors, review drawings and RAMS, and report to the Project Manager to maintain progress.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and a minimum of five years in large-scale projects, with strong planning and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, or related Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in large-scale construction, infrastructure, or renewable energy projects.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary site teams.
• Strong understanding of UK construction practices, CDM Regulations, QA/QC processes, and site management principles.
• Experience with construction planning, look-ahead scheduling, and progress reporting.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, RAMS, and construction programmes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and support all site staff, including Site Engineers, Supervisors, QA/QC personnel.
• Act as the primary day-to-day site representative for the Project Manager.
• Organise and prioritise daily work fronts in coordination with the Construction Manager.
• Coordinate interfaces between subcontractors, METKA-EGN teams, and project management.
• Lead daily coordination meetings and discipline briefings.
• Develop and monitor 1–4 week look-ahead programmes across all construction disciplines.
• Coordinate work sequencing to minimise clashes and maximise productivity.
• Monitor manpower, plant and resource availability, escalating potential issues proactively.
• Review drawings, ITPs, RAMS, and technical documentation to ensure works are fully prepared before execution.
• Provide technical support and clarification to subcontractors while coordinating design queries with the engineering team.
• Manage interfaces between civil, mechanical, and electrical works to ensure effective project delivery.
• Lead site inspections and verify compliance with quality standards, ITP requirements, and project specifications.
• Support QA/QC activities where dedicated site QA/QC resources are not available.
• Monitor subcontractor productivity and progress against programme, identifying delays and mitigations.
• Promote HSE culture by ensuring RAMS and safe systems of work.

Skills

Leadership

Multidisciplinary coordination

Construction planning

Look-ahead scheduling

Progress reporting

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Structural Engineering

Tools

RAMS

Job description

Job description

At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent.

We are currently looking for an experienced Lead Site Engineer to join our Metlen Renewables Division in the UK and play a key role in the successful delivery of major renewable energy projects.

As the Lead Site Engineer on site, you will be responsible for coordinating multidisciplinary construction activities, driving collaboration across teams, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. Acting as the primary point of contact for the Project Manager on all site matters, you will provide leadership to site engineering teams, manage subcontractor interfaces, and maintain clear communication, effective planning, and strong operational performance throughout the construction phase.

Your role will encompass:

• Lead, coordinate, and support all site staff, including Site Engineers, Junior Engineers, Supervisors, Logistics, and QA/QC personnel.
• Act as the primary day-to-day site representative for the Project Manager, providing clear communication on progress, risks, and resource requirements.
• Organise and prioritise daily work fronts in coordination with the Construction Manager.
• Coordinate interfaces between subcontractors, METKA-EGN teams, and project management to ensure smooth site operations.
• Lead daily coordination meetings and discipline briefings.
• Develop and monitor 1–4 week look-ahead programmes across all construction disciplines.
• Coordinate work sequencing to minimise clashes and maximise productivity.
• Monitor manpower, plant, and resource availability, escalating potential issues proactively.
• Review drawings, specifications, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS), and technical documentation to ensure works are fully prepared before execution.
• Provide technical support and clarification to subcontractors while coordinating design queries with the engineering team.
• Manage interfaces between civil, mechanical, and electrical works to ensure effective project delivery.
• Lead site inspections and verify compliance with quality standards, ITP requirements, and project specifications.
• Support QA/QC activities where dedicated site QA/QC resources are not available.
• Monitor subcontractor productivity and progress against programme, identifying delays and implementing mitigation measures where required.
• Promote a strong Health, Safety & Environmental culture by ensuring compliance with RAMS, safe systems of work, and company HSE standards.
• Support toolbox talks, daily HSE coordination meetings, and incident investigations where required.
• Consolidate daily and weekly progress reports, maintaining accurate records of site activities, actions, and decisions.
• Support pre-commissioning, testing, inspections, and project handover activities, ensuring quality documentation and as-built records are complete.
• Mentor and support the development of Site Engineers and junior team members while promoting continuous improvement and lessons learned across projects.

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in large-scale construction, infrastructure, or renewable energy projects.
• Proven experience leading and coordinating multidisciplinary site teams.
• Strong understanding of UK construction practices, CDM Regulations, QA/QC processes, and site management principles.
• Experience with construction planning, look-ahead scheduling, and progress reporting.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, RAMS, and construction programmes.
• Good understanding of civil, mechanical, and electrical construction interfaces.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability with a proactive and forward-planning approach.
• Calm under pressure with the ability to manage multiple work fronts simultaneously.
• High commitment to safety, quality, integrity, and teamwork.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

We offer:

• Attractive remuneration package
• Private Medical Insurance
• On site accommodation
• Rental Car
• Food allowance

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