Senior Site Engineer

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector seeks a Senior Site Engineer to oversee a £100M student accommodation project in Central London. The role involves supporting daily operations, ensuring compliance with specifications, and liaising with subcontractors. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in engineering, extensive experience in managing large structures, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 6 years postgraduate experience.
• Operational knowledge of current Health & Safety regulations.
• Previous experience of setting out £10m+ structures.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Site Manager with daily operations.
• Acting as the main technical adviser on site for subcontractors.
• Ensuring materials used are as per specifications.

Skills

Excellent communication

Planning skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Education

Degree in engineering or relevant discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description: Senior Engineer

Location: Central London

On behalf of my client, I am recruiting for a Senior Site Engineer to work on a £100M Student accommodation in Central London.

Responsibilities as Site Engineer include

• Supporting the Site Manager with daily operations as required.
• Acting as the main technical adviser on site for specialist subcontractors, including groundworks and concrete frame contractor.
• Setting out, levelling, and surveying the site; QA, temporary works checks, temporary works co–ordination.
• Checking plans, drawings and setting out co–ordination.
• Prior knowledge of calling off reinforcement from schedules and ability to read reinforcement drawings.
• Detailed record keeping of QA inspections on a daily/weekly basis were required.
• Ensuring that all materials used, and work performed are as per specifications.

Requirements:

• A Degree / HND in engineering or other relevant discipline.
• A current valid CSR / CSCS Card.
• A minimum of 6 years postgraduate experience.
• Previous experience of setting out £10m+ structures.
• Previous experience of calling off reinforcement and ability to read reinforcement drawings.
• Operational knowledge of current Health & Safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and planning skills.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated with a drive to achieve results.
• IT literate with a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and AutoCAD.
• Flexibility with regards to site location within the UK & Ireland.