Senior Engineer

RGB Recruitment; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in Plymouth is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join their team. This role involves leading site engineers, managing QA documentation, and ensuring compliance on a major infrastructure project. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and 3–5 years of relevant experience. Opportunities for professional development in an exciting project environment are provided.

Benefits

Long-term pipeline of exciting civils work

Influence delivery on a major project

Supportive engineering team with development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in civils, infrastructure or marine works.
• Strong understanding of quality management and construction methodology.
• Confident communicator able to challenge designs and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor site engineers.
• Oversee RAMS, ITPs, progress reporting and QA documentation.
• Manage dimensional control, site setting out and survey activities.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree / HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Suite

Job description

I’m currently supporting a Tier 1 civil engineering contractor on a long-term, high-profile project in Plymouth, and we’re looking for an experiencedSenior Engineerto join the growing site team.

This is an excellent opportunity to take a leading role in delivering complex, multidisciplinary engineering works across defence, maritime, energy and major infrastructure.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and mentor site engineers
• Oversee RAMS, ITPs, temporary works briefs, progress reporting and QA documentation
• Manage dimensional control, site setting out and survey activities
• Ensure quality standards, compliance and accurate as-builts
• Support supply chain coordination and performance
• Contribute to planning, procurement, materials forecasting and site documentation
• Drive safe systems of work and support the site management team

What we’re looking for

• Degree / HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• 3–5 years experience in civils, infrastructure or marine works
• Strong understanding of quality management and construction methodology
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Microsoft Suite
• Confident communicator able to challenge designs and solve problems
• Full UK Driving Licence

Why apply?

• Long-term pipeline of exciting, complex civils work
• Chance to influence delivery on a major nationally significant project
• Supportive engineering team with strong development opportunities