Senior Site Engineer in LU1

Energy Jobline ZR; Luton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd is recruiting a Senior Site Engineer for a major UK construction project in Luton, specialising in RC frames, groundworks, civil engineering and infrastructure. You will lead setting out, review drawings, coordinate subcontractors, produce ITPs and quality records, and ensure safety and quality compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires a degree in Civil Engineering and proven senior-engineer experience; CSCS card is preferred; you

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering or a related construction discipline.
• Proven experience as a Senior Engineer within RC Frame, Groundworks, Civil Engineering, or Main Contracting environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methodologies and engineering principles.
• Experience managing engineering teams and subcontractors on large-scale projects.
• Proficient in the use of surveying and setting-out equipment.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance processes and technical compliance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced project environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Valid CSCS Card essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day engineering activities across allocated project sections.
• Lead setting out operations and oversee engineering control procedures.
• Review drawings, specifications, and design information to ensure accuracy and buildability.
• Coordinate subcontractors and ensure works are delivered in accordance with project requirements.
• Produce and review technical documentation, including ITPs, RFIs, permits, and quality records.
• Monitor project progress and identify engineering solutions to technical challenges.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Support planning and sequencing of construction activities.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, utilities, and relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate site records, surveys, and as-built information.

Skills

Civil engineering

RC frame

Groundworks

Construction management

Team leadership

Subcontractor management

Setting-out surveying

Quality assurance

Safety compliance

CSCS card

Education

Civil engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Surveying equipment

Setting-out equipment

Job description

Job DescriptionWe are currently recruiting for a Senior Site Engineer to join one of our well-established clients in Luton. Our client is a leading UK construction company specialising in RC frames,, groundworks, civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day engineering activities across allocated project sections.
• Lead setting out operations and oversee engineering control procedures.
• Review drawings, specifications, and design information to ensure accuracy and buildability.
• Coordinate subcontractors and ensure works are delivered in accordance with project requirements.
• Produce and review technical documentation, including ITPs, RFIs, permits, and quality records.
• Monitor project progress and identify engineering solutions to technical challenges.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Support planning and sequencing of construction activities.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, utilities, and relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate site records, surveys, and as-built information.

Skills & Requirements

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering or a related construction discipline.
• Proven experience as a Senior Engineer within RC Frame, Groundworks, Civil Engineering, or Main Contracting environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methodologies and engineering principles.
• Experience managing engineering teams and subcontractors on large-scale projects.
• Proficient in the use of surveying and setting-out equipment.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance processes and technical compliance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced project environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Valid CSCS Card essential.

Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, , , , , or belief