Senior Civil Engineer — Project Delivery & Risk Optimisation

Fawkes and Reece; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

World Leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company in Plymouth is seeking a Senior Engineer to join a major civil project on a permanent basis. The role focuses on reviewing drawings and subcontractor docs (ITP, RAMS) and ensuring safe, compliant progress.

You will drive constructability improvements, oversee risk reviews, and align milestones with the master schedule while maintaining thorough site records and liaison with Client/Designer/Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Experience with civil engineering construction techniques and sequencing.
• Familiarity with construction contracts and contractual processes.
• HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications and drawings, and documents from subcontractors (ITP, RAMS).
• Ensure ITPs, risk assessments and method statements are implemented and adhered to.
• Propose constructability optimisations and high level construction methodologies to support procurement, interface management and approvals (logistics, noise, access).
• Monitor effectiveness of the H&S management system and support resource allocation planning.
• Assist the Package Manager to lead risk/opportunity reviews and maintain the Risk Register.
• Ensure milestones reflect master schedule and client expectations.
• Maintain a detailed daily site diary, including changes/variations and attendance records.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Construction sequencing

Contract knowledge

Education

HND/Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

World Leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company in Plymouth is seeking a Senior Engineer to join a major civil project on a permanent basis. The role focuses on reviewing drawings and subcontractor docs (ITP, RAMS) and ensuring safe, compliant progress.

You will drive constructability improvements, oversee risk reviews, and align milestones with the master schedule while maintaining thorough site records and liaison with Client/Designer/Supply Chain.