Senior Engineer

Randstad Staffing; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 Principal Contractor in London is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join their site team for a complex infrastructure project. The successful candidate will oversee site-based engineering works, manage quality checks, and mentor junior engineers. Ideal applicants will have significant experience working for a Tier 1 contractor and a strong understanding of construction processes. This long-term position offers excellent career stability and development opportunities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Site or Senior Engineer with a Tier 1 Principal Contractor.
• Strong understanding of construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage all site-based engineering works.
• Oversee quality checks and technical documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to resolve issues.

Skills

Project delivery

Site management

Collaboration with design teams

Education

BEng civil engineering

Job description

Are you an experienced Senior Engineer looking for your next challenging role with one of the UK's leading Tier 1 Principal Contractors?

We are recruiting for a highly skilled engineer to join the site team on a significant, complex infrastructure and construction project in London.

The Opportunity

This role is perfect for a proactive leader who thrives in a demanding, fast‑paced environment. You will be crucial in ensuring the technical quality and successful delivery of various engineering packages on site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and technically assure all site‑based engineering works.
• Oversee setting out, quality checks, and technical documentation (ITPs, WPPs).
• Effectively manage and mentor junior site engineers.
• Collaborate with the design teams and subcontractors to resolve technical issues promptly.

What We Need

We are looking for an individual with a proven track record of delivery on major projects.

Essential Requirements:

• Significant experience as a Site or Senior Engineer working directly for a Tier 1 Principal Contractor.
• A strong, demonstrable understanding of construction processes and site management.

Desirable Skills (A bonus, but not essential):

• Experience with structural steelwork and/or internal fit‑out packages.

This is a fantastic chance to secure a long‑term role on a prestigious project in the heart of West London, offering excellent development and career stability.

Ready for a confidential discussion?

To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant Tier 1 experience.

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.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

skills

civils/structural

qualifications

CSCS

education

BEng civil engineering