Senior Engineer in CW8

Energy Jobline ZR; Northwich; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR partners with a leading groundworks and civil engineering contractor to appoint an experienced Senior Engineer in Northwich. The role focuses on owning site engineering activities and overseeing setting out, drainage, and external works, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

You will work with Project Managers, Site Managers and subcontractors, providing technical guidance, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring delivery in line with the programme.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Engineer or senior Site Engineer.
• Strong background in groundworks, drainage, foundations, highways and external works.
• CSCS Card and full UK driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Site Engineering

Tools

Total Station

GPS surveying

Job description

Job DescriptionI 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 Northwich who also has a Temporary Works Coordinator ticket. 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.