Senior Engineer

Randstad Construction & Property; Crawley; On-site; GBP 83,025 - 92,250; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a Senior Site Engineer to lead structural and refurbishment packages on the Pier 3 Bridge project in Crawley. The role requires managing critical sub-contractor workstreams and ensuring compliance in an airside environment.

You will coordinate between civil/structural works and Electrical/Plumbing teams, maintaining safety, quality, and timely delivery while navigating strict permit regimes and security requirements. Immediate start for a 4-month contract under PAYE terms.

Qualifications

• Senior site experience managing structural repairs, bridges, and temporary works.
• Experience in airside projects and airport operations coordination.
• Ability to manage sub-contractors and ensure RAMS/ITPs compliance.

Responsibilities

• Package Management: oversee sub-contractor packages including bridge jacking, bearings, grit blasting, painting, and building alterations.
• Temporary Works & Permits: manage complex temporary works and airside permit regimes.
• Cross-Discipline Interface: coordinate civil/structural with Electrical/Plumbing interfaces to avoid clashes.
• Stakeholder Management: liaise with airport operations, vendors, and subcontractors to maintain smooth delivery.
• Quality Assurance & Safety: sign off ITPs, enforce RAMS, uphold zero-harm standards.

Skills

Senior Engineer experience

Airside airport experience

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree, HND, or HNC in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

CSCS Card (Black/Gold)

Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Job description

Senior Site Engineer

Location: Crawley

Rate: £450 - £500 per day (PAYE Only)

Start: ASAP

Duration: 4 Months

Project Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Site Engineer to lead key structural and refurbishment packages on the Pier 3 Bridge project in Crawley. This is an immediate 4-month contract opportunity focusing on complex structural modifications, bridge jacking, and multi-disciplinary interface management within a high-security airfield environment.

You will manage crucial sub-contractor packages, drive temporary works sign-offs, and ensure seamless delivery across various mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural trades. Given the airside operational setting, strong stakeholder coordination and strict compliance with permit regimes are critical.

Key Responsibilities

• Package Management: Take technical and operational management of specialist sub-contract packages, including bridge jacking, bearing replacements, grit blasting, protective re-painting, and internal/external building alterations.
• Temporary Works & Permits: Manage complex temporary works systems (including major scaffolding operations) and take ownership of strict airside permit management regimes.
• Cross-Discipline Interface: Coordinate daily work interfaces between civil/structural packages and specialist Electrical and Plumbing suppliers to eliminate project clashes.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as a key technical liaison with airport stakeholders, operations teams, and sub-contractors to maintain smooth delivery without impacting airport operations.
• Quality Assurance & Safety: Oversee quality checks, sign off on Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), enforce strict RAMS, and maintain a zero-harm working environment.

Requirements

• Airport Experience: Previous experience working within Crawley or another major UK airport environment is strongly preferred.
• Technical Background: Proven track record as a Senior Engineer managing structural repairs, bridge jacking/bearings, major temporary works, and building alterations.
• Airside Vetting & Security:
  • Must be willing to undergo a DBS check and provide a 5-year checkable work history to process a full Airside Pass.
  • Candidates will initially start on a temporary pass unless a valid full Airside Pass is already held.
• Qualifications:
  • Degree, HND, or HNC in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
  • Valid CSCS Card (Black or Gold).
  • SMSTS and First Aid at Work.
  • Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) ticket is highly advantageous.
• Contract Details:
  • Location: Crawley / Gatwick Airport (Site-based).
  • Payment Model: Strictly PAYE only.
  • Timeline: Immediate start for a 4-month package.
• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

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