Senior Engineer

Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and engineering recruitment firm is looking for a Senior Engineer for the BRF Project in Heathrow. This freelance position involves managing site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and overseeing engineering teams. The ideal candidate has significant experience in large-scale construction projects and strong stakeholder management skills. Immediate start is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior engineering role on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of site operations and health and safety regulations.
• Experience managing teams and coordinating multiple work packages.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a diverse scope of work and streamline site operations.
• Manage programming and sequencing, aligning with project schedules.
• Lead health, safety, sustainability, and environmental initiatives.

Skills

Team management

Health and safety knowledge

Planning and communication

Job description

Senior Engineer - BRF Project

Location: Heathrow

Contract Type: Freelance

Working Days/Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM (50 hours per week)

Start Date: Immediate

Job Summary

As the Senior Engineer on the BRF Project, you will support package managers, oversee section engineers, and manage site-based duties. Your role will focus on delivering key safety measures to protect airport colleagues, including resurfacing, lining, safety barrier, and handrail installations. You will report to the Project Manager and collaborate with site supervision to ensure safe, timely, and high-quality execution of works.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee a diverse scope of work, collaborating with supervision to streamline site operations efficiently.
• Manage short-term programming and sequencing, aligning with the main project schedule.
• Coordinate day and night shift activities to ensure effective program delivery.
• Lead health, safety, sustainability, and environmental initiatives, prioritising personal safety and well-being.
• Manage your packages within the program, identifying risks and opportunities, monitoring budgets, and liaising with planners and QS teams for effective project management.
• Ensure all permits, RAMS, and QA documentation are in place and completed as required.
• Provide support, coaching, and guidance to engineers within your package to ensure successful work delivery.
• Promote operational efficiency and continuous productivity improvements, establishing best practices and delivering added value for the client.
• Champion and embody the Heathrow "One Team" ethos, fostering collaboration and alignment with shared values.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a senior engineering role on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of site operations, health and safety regulations, and quality management.
• Experience managing teams of engineers and coordinating multiple work packages.
• Excellent planning, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Other Details

Freelance contract with immediate start