Senior Engineer

Bimplus; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimplus is partnering with a leading groundworks and civil engineering contractor to appoint a Senior Engineer in Rochdale. You will own site engineering activities and support the delivery of complex schemes, working with the Project Manager, Site Managers and subcontractors.

You will lead the setting out using Total Station and GPS, review drawings, mentor junior staff, ensure QA compliance and health and safety standards, and help plan activities to meet programme.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Engineer or Senior Site Engineer.
• Strong background delivering groundworks, drainage, foundations, highways and external works.
• Proficient in setting out using Total Station and surveying equipment.
• Excellent understanding of QA processes, technical specifications and documentation.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• CSCS Card, Full UK Driving Licence and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the site engineering function across multiple works fronts.
• Oversee setting out using Total Station and GPS equipment.
• Ensure accurate delivery of groundworks, drainage, foundations and external works.
• Review drawings and technical information, resolving issues proactively.
• Mentor site engineers and junior staff as required.
• Maintain QA documentation and as-built information.
• Uphold health, safety and environmental standards on site.
• Coordinate with project team, clients, subcontractors and design teams.
• Monitor progress against programme and support planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Site coordination

Tools

Total Station

GPS

QA documentation tools

Job description

I am working in partnership with a leading groundworks and civil engineering contractor who due to continued growth and the award of several major contracts, is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Engineer to join their team in Rochdale.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineering professional with a strong background in groundworks and civil engineering looking to take ownership of site engineering activities while supporting the successful delivery of complex schemes.

The Role

As Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing all engineering activities on site, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You will work closely with the Project Manager, Site Managers, and subcontractors, providing technical guidance and ensuring projects are delivered in line with programme and specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the site engineering function across multiple work fronts.
• Oversee all setting out activities using Total Station and GPS equipment.
• Ensure the accurate delivery of groundworks, drainage, foundations, roads, and external works.
• Review drawings and technical information, identifying and resolving engineering issues proactively.
• Mentor and support Site Engineers and junior engineering staff where required.
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with approved methodologies, specifications, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate site records, QA documentation, and as-built information.
• Promote and enforce the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Liaise effectively with the project management team, clients, subcontractors, and design teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Monitor progress against programme and contribute to efficient planning and sequencing of works.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Senior Engineer or an experienced Site Engineer ready to step into a senior role.
• Strong background delivering groundworks, drainage, foundations, highways, and external works packages.
• Proficient in setting out using Total Station and associated surveying equipment.
• Excellent understanding of QA processes, technical specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• CSCS Card.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Right to work in the UK.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work.
• Long-term career progression within a successful business.