Senior Site Engineer - Tunneling & Underground Works Lead

Parker Jones Group Ltd; Redcar; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Jones Group Ltd seeks a highly motivated Senior Engineer to lead site engineering activities on complex underground civil works, including a launch shaft and timber heading tunnel. You will report to the Site Agent and Project Manager and ensure safety, quality, and programme adherence.

Responsibilities include overseeing setting out, supervising Site Engineers, coordinating excavation, and reviewing temporary works. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Senior Engineer in civil/ tunnelling / infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of excavation, temporary works, reinforced concrete, and underground construction techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead all site engineering activities and supervise Site Engineers.
• Manage setting out, surveying, and quality assurance processes.
• Coordinate shaft excavation and timber heading tunnelling operations.
• Produce and review RAMS, task briefings, inspection/test plans, and engineering documentation.

Skills

Site leadership

Site engineering supervision

Surveying & setting out

RAMS & documentation

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor/Master in Civil Engineering

Tools

Leica surveying equipment

Trimble surveying equipment

Job description

Parker Jones Group Ltd seeks a highly motivated Senior Engineer to lead site engineering activities on complex underground civil works, including a launch shaft and timber heading tunnel. You will report to the Site Agent and Project Manager and ensure safety, quality, and programme adherence.

Responsibilities include overseeing setting out, supervising Site Engineers, coordinating excavation, and reviewing temporary works. Strong leadership and communication are essential.