Senior Site Engineer

Bimplus; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimplus in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Site Engineer to lead civil engineering works in our Aviation sector. You will manage site activities, ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance, and coordinate with subcontractors to keep projects on track.

Key duties include setting out and surveying, reviewing drawings, preparing work plans, and maintaining detailed site diaries to support progress and risk management.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Engineer or Senior Site Engineer.
• Experience delivering Airfield works projects.
• Strong attention to health, safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Site Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality standards for all activities.
• Interpret and review project drawings and specifications accurately.
• Perform setting out and surveying duties on-site.
• Supervise and manage site works, including overseeing labour, plant, and subcontractors.
• Maintain detailed records of site activities, including comprehensive site diaries.
• Manage material orders and ensure timely delivery to support project progress.
• Prepare daily and weekly work plans, assist with Risk Assessments, Work Package Plans, and Inspection Test Plans.
• Oversee the performance and coordination of subcontractors and site engineers as required.

Skills

Setting out and surveying

Airfield works experience

Education

Degree / HNC / HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

Senior Engineer – Leeds

I am currently recruiting for a leading infrastructure services provider and become part of their growing Aviation business unit. In this role my client are seeking a Senior Site Engineer to lead and manage multiple civil engineering projects, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards for successful project outcomes.

Position Summary:
The Senior Site Engineer will play a critical role in overseeing and executing civil engineering works, managing site activities, and maintaining high standards of health, safety, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Site Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality standards for all activities.
• Interpret and review project drawings and specifications accurately.
• Perform setting out and surveying duties on-site.
• Supervise and manage site works, including overseeing labour, plant, and subcontractors.
• Maintain detailed records of site activities, including comprehensive site diaries.
• Manage material orders and ensure timely delivery to support project progress.
• Prepare daily and weekly work plans, assist with Risk Assessments, Work Package Plans, and Inspection Test Plans.
• Oversee the performance and coordination of subcontractors and site engineers as required.

Requirements

• Experience: Extensive experience as a Site Engineer or Senior Site Engineer
• Education: Degree / HNC / HND in Civil Engineering.
• Skills:
  • Expertise in setting out and surveying.
  • Demonstrated success in delivering Airfield works projects.
• Certifications:
  • Ability to obtain an Airside Pass (requires Basic Disclosure Certificate).
  • Five-year checkable work history (necessary for security clearance).
  • License: Clean UK driving license