Senior Site Engineer

Laing O'Rourke; Carlton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is recruiting a Senior Site Engineer to join the Kiln Lane Substation project as part of the Great Grid Partnership. You will lead on-site engineering activities, ensuring safety, quality and programme delivery on a nationally significant infrastructure programme.

You will mentor site engineers, coordinate with project teams, subcontractors and client stakeholders, and review drawings and documentation to resolve technical challenges while supporting continuous improvement on site.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Experience mentoring teams of Site Engineers.
• Strong technical knowledge and ability to review engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise engineering and construction activities safely and on programme.
• Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, suppliers and client representatives.
• Carry out site inspections and monitor progress against programme, quality and safety requirements.
• Review drawings, specifications and design information to resolve technical challenges.
• Support quality assurance activities, inspections and testing.
• Promote health, safety, wellbeing and environmental performance.
• Maintain accurate project records and progress reports.
• Mentor and develop engineers within the team.

Skills

Site engineering

Mentoring

Team leadership

Construction coordination

Safety & quality

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

SeniorSite Engineer

Great Grid Partnership | Kiln Lane Substation

Are you an experienced Site Engineer looking for your next challenge?

Would you like to work on a project that will help shape the future of the UK’s energy network?

Do you enjoy collaborating with others to deliver complex infrastructure safely and efficiently?

Laing O’Rourke is recruiting a Senior Site Engineer to join our team at Kiln Lane Substation, part of the Great Grid Partnership. This nationally significant programme is helping to strengthen the UK’s electricity transmission network and support the transition to a more sustainable future.

You will play an important role in supporting the safe and successful delivery of construction activities. You’ll work closely with project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and client stakeholders to ensure work is completed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance.

What will you be doing?

You will support the planning, coordination, and delivery of site activities while providing technical expertise and guidance across your area of responsibility. Working as part of a collaborative project team, your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising engineering and construction activities to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and within budget.
• Coordinating with project managers, subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives to support efficient project delivery.
• Carrying out site inspections and monitoring progress against programme, quality, and safety requirements.
• Reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and design information, while helping to resolve technical challenges.
• Supporting quality assurance activities, inspections, audits, and testing requirements across the project.
• Promoting high standards of health, safety, wellbeing, and environmental performance.
• Maintaining accurate project records, progress reports, and site documentation.
• Mentoring and supporting engineers within the team, helping to develop capability across the project.

What are we looking for?

We’re interested in hearing from candidates who have experience working on major infrastructure, power, utilities, civil engineering, or construction projects.

You’ll hold a degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent engineering qualification and have a strong understanding of construction delivery within complex project environments. We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience managing and mentoring teams of Site Engineers, coordinating multiple work fronts, and driving safe, efficient delivery on site.

You’ll bring strong technical knowledge, effective communication skills, and the ability to build positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders. Experience managing subcontractors, reviewing engineering documentation, and supporting project delivery from planning through to completion will be highly beneficial.

Most importantly, you’ll demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement, while helping to develop the capability of those around you.

Why Join Laing O’Rourke?

At Laing O’Rourke, we’re committed to delivering excellence through innovation, engineering expertise, and collaborative working. Joining the Kiln Lane Substation project will provide the opportunity to contribute to critical national infrastructure while developing your career within one of the industry’s leading organisations.

We are committed to creating a naturally inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and communities.

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