Senior Site Engineer

Building Careers UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional contracting firm in the North West is seeking a Senior Site Engineer to manage complex building projects primarily in the Education, Health, Commercial, and Leisure sectors. The successful candidate will lead site surveying activities, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and provide technical support to teams. Requirements include a minimum HNC in Civil Engineering, setting out experience, and proficiency with surveying equipment. This is an opportunity for engineers looking to advance their careers in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience on building projects for main contractors.
• Highly competent with surveying equipment.
• Knowledge of building and health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead setting out, levelling, and surveying activities.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and design teams.
• Oversee quality control and compliance documentation.

Skills

Setting out experience

Surveying skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

Surveying equipment

Engineering software

Job description

A Regional Contractor are looking to appoint a Senior Site Engineer for projects throughout the North West. Projects typically range between 3m to 10m in value and are predominantly within the Education, Health, Commercial and Leisure sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong engineer to take responsibility on complex builds and support site teams from early stages through to completion.

The Role:

• Leading setting out, levelling, and surveying activities on commercial projects
• Reviewing and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and technical details
• Providing technical support to site management and junior engineers
• Coordinating with subcontractors, consultants, and design teams
• Overseeing quality control, inspections, and compliance documentation
• Monitoring programme progress and assisting with short-term planning
• Ensuring works are delivered to high health, safety, and environmental standards

Experience:

• Previous Setting out experience on a range of building projects for Main Contractors
• Minimum HNC in Civil Engineering
• Highly competent with surveying equipment and engineering software
• Knowledge of relevant building and health and safety legislation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills

Equal Opportunity Statement

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.