Senior Site Engineer – East London – £350/day (PAYE) – Long Term
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Site Engineer to join a major infrastructure project based in East London. This is a long-term opportunity working on a significant ducting package (circa 13km of ducting works).
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer who is confident managing site operations, leading daily activity, and working closely with subcontractors while maintaining strong commercial awareness.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage daily morning briefings / toolbox talks
Maintain accurate and up-to-date site diaries and reporting
Oversee and coordinate subcontractors on site
Ensure all works are delivered in line with programme and quality standards
Manage and monitor permit to work (PTW) systems
Maintain a strong focus on health & safety compliance
Work closely with commercial teams, demonstrating commercial awareness on site activities
Supervise and support delivery of ducting works (large-scale utilities / civils)
Requirements
Proven experience as a Senior Site Engineer (or strong Site Engineer stepping up)
Background in civils, utilities, or infrastructure projects
Experience managing subcontractors and site teams
Strong knowledge of permits / PTW systems
Ability to run daily briefings and site coordination meetings
Confident with site documentation and reporting (site diaries)
Demonstrable commercial awareness on projects
Experience with ducting, trenching, or utility installation is highly desirable
Details
Location: East London
Rate: £350 per day (PAYE)
Duration: Long-term role
Project: Major ducting / infrastructure works (~13km)
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If you're an experienced Senior Site Engineer looking for a long-term role on a major project, apply today or get in touch for more information