Project Engineer – Demolition & Temporary Works (London)

Cavendish Professionals; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish Professionals is seeking a Project Engineer to join a leading London-based contractor in Central London. The role focuses on providing technical support across demolition, temporary works and core construction activities, coordinating multiple stakeholders to deliver projects safely and on time.

The successful candidate will review drawings, manage RFIs, and monitor quality and progress while ensuring compliance with design and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Provide technical support and engineering expertise throughout construction.
• Coordinate demolition, temporary works, RC frames, precast, waterproofing, drainage, and core construction activities.
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical submissions, resolving site issues efficiently.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and in line with design, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage RFIs, design coordination, engineering records, and progress reporting.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure successful project delivery.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor quality, compliance, and construction progress.
• Identify project risks and implement practical solutions to minimise delays and costs.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering.
• Experience in demolition, temporary works, RC frame, basement, or major construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate demolition, temporary works and RC frame activities on site.
• Review drawings and technical submissions to resolve on-site issues.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and subcontractors to drive project delivery.
• Monitor safety, quality and progress, ensuring compliance with design and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Site coordination

Demolition

Temporary works

RC frames

Precast

Drainage

Review drawings

Construction safety

Progress reporting

Communication

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering

Job description

Cavendish Professionals is seeking a Project Engineer to join a leading London-based contractor in Central London. The role focuses on providing technical support across demolition, temporary works and core construction activities, coordinating multiple stakeholders to deliver projects safely and on time.

The successful candidate will review drawings, manage RFIs, and monitor quality and progress while ensuring compliance with design and regulatory requirements.