Senior Engineer

Cavendish Professionals; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are recruiting for a Senior Site Engineer to join a leading UK construction client in Luton. The role focuses on RC frames, groundworks, civil engineering and infrastructure projects, delivering on-site engineering leadership.

You will manage day-to-day engineering activities, lead setting-out operations, review drawings, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure quality and safety standards on large-scale schemes.

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering or a related construction discipline.
• Proven experience as a Senior Engineer within RC Frame, Groundworks, Civil Engineering, or Main Contracting environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methodologies and engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day engineering activities across allocated project sections.
• Lead setting out operations and oversee engineering control procedures.
• Review drawings, specifications, and design information to ensure accuracy and buildability.
• Coordinate subcontractors and ensure works are delivered in accordance with project requirements.
• Produce and review technical documentation, including ITPs, RFIs, permits, and quality records.
• Monitor project progress and identify engineering solutions to technical challenges.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Support planning and sequencing of construction activities.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, utilities, and relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate site records, surveys, and as-built information

Skills

Senior Engineer experience

Team leadership

Communication

Setting-out expertise

Quality assurance

Education

Civil Engineering degree or equivalent (Degree/HNC/HND)

Tools

Surveying equipment

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Site Engineer to join one of our well-established clients in Luton.

Our client is a leading UK construction company specialising in RC frames,, groundworks, civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day engineering activities across allocated project sections.


• Lead setting out operations and oversee engineering control procedures.


• Review drawings, specifications, and design information to ensure accuracy and buildability.


• Coordinate subcontractors and ensure works are delivered in accordance with project requirements.


• Produce and review technical documentation, including ITPs, RFIs, permits, and quality records.


• Monitor project progress and identify engineering solutions to technical challenges.


• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.


• Support planning and sequencing of construction activities.


• Liaise with clients, consultants, utilities, and relevant stakeholders.


• Maintain accurate site records, surveys, and as-built information

Skills & Requirements:

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering or a related construction discipline.


• Proven experience as a Senior Engineer within RC Frame, Groundworks, Civil Engineering, or Main Contracting environments.


• Strong technical knowledge of construction methodologies and engineering principles.


• Experience managing engineering teams and subcontractors on large-scale projects.


• Proficient in the use of surveying and setting-out equipment.


• Strong understanding of quality assurance processes and technical compliance.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced project environment and manage multiple priorities.


• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.