Senior Site Engineer

Fawkes & Reece London; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece London is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to lead on-site engineering activities across major UK industrial and logistics projects. You will work with Project Manager, Site Manager and design consultants to deliver high-value developments safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.

This role offers hands-on technical leadership, mentoring for Graduate and Site Engineers, and the chance to coordinate across earthworks, drainage, foundations, piling and

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering activities across the project.
• Set out and control works in line with drawings, specifications and programmes.
• Review and interpret technical drawings and construction information.
• Coordinate with designers, consultants and subcontractors to resolve technical issues.
• Produce and review ITPs, quality records and engineering documentation.
• Mentor and support Graduate and Site Engineers.

Job description

Senior Engineer

Travel required - Midlands

We're looking for an experienced Senior Engineer to play a key role in the technical delivery of major industrial, logistics and distribution projects across the UK.

This is an opportunity to join a growing main contractor, working on high-value, technically challenging developments from enabling works and earthworks through to structures, infrastructure and external works.

The Role

As a Senior Engineer, you'll take ownership of engineering activities on site, working closely with the Project Manager, Site Manager, engineering team, subcontractors and design consultants.

You'll be responsible for ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately, on programme and to the required quality standards, while providing technical leadership and supporting the development of junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering activities across the project.
• Manage site engineering teams and setting-out activities.
• Set out and control works in line with drawings, specifications and programmes.
• Review and interpret technical drawings and construction information.
• Coordinate with designers, consultants and subcontractors to resolve technical issues.
• Manage RFIs, technical queries and design changes.
• Produce and review ITPs, quality records and engineering documentation.
• Carry out checks across earthworks, drainage, foundations, slabs, roads, pavements and external works.
• Coordinate levels, surveys and site-wide setting-out requirements.
• Work closely with earthworks and groundworks teams to drive efficient delivery.
• Monitor progress and identify potential technical or construction issues.
• Support the Project and Site Managers with technical and commercial matters.
• Assist with subcontractor management and coordination.
• Maintain accurate site records and ensure as-built information is captured.
• Mentor and support Graduate and Site Engineers.
• Ensure all works meet health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.

The Projects

You'll have the opportunity to work across projects involving:

Large-scale earthworks and cut-and-fill Piling & ground improvement Reinforced concrete slabs & foundations Surface water & foul drainage Utilities & service infrastructure Highways & access roads External works & hardstanding Steel-framed industrial units Logistics parks & distribution centres Sectional completion & phased handovers

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to work on major UK industrial and logistics developments.
• Exposure to complex, high-value construction projects.
• A strong engineering and project delivery environment.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Long-term development within a highly regarded main contractor.
• The chance to take a leading role in the successful delivery of major projects.

If you're an experienced Site Engineer ready to step up, or an established Senior Engineer looking for your next challenge, we'd like to hear from you.