63 senior project engineer jobs found

Overall Department Direction In order to deliver the MoD’s submarine and warship programmes, a significant programme of infrastructure investment is required on the Devonport site. The ‘Major Infrastructure Projects’ (MIP) Business Unit has been established to support this. One of the key scope elements within MIP is establishing a defuel capability for out of service submarines, which is delivered under the programme banner of 14 Dock Readiness. This work comprises of a number of interrelated projects to develop various multi-disciplinary infrastructure systems, with an overall value in excess of £100m. The Dock Readiness project is delivering the infrastructure upgrades for the existing dry dock that will be used for the submarine defuels. The dry dock is within a nuclear licensed site. Multiple work packages form the Dock Readiness project. This role is part of that Engineering Team that is delivering the designs for each of those work packages. Main Purpose of...

My client is a leading specialist piling contractor seeking experienced Piling Engineers to support the delivery of a major infrastructure project in Birmingham. The works involve large-diameter rotary bored piling using a combination of slip casing, segmental casing, and bentonite techniques. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile project with an 4-6 month contract and strong potential for extension. Piling Engineer Responsibilities: * Managing and overseeing rotary bored piling operations on site. * Working closely with piling crews, rig operators, and site management teams. * Ensuring piling works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with specifications. * Monitoring quality and maintaining accurate site records. * Liaising with clients, subcontractors, and project stakeholders. * Reviewing piling records, installation data, and as-built information. * Assisting with planning and coordinating daily piling activities. *...

Urgent Hiring: Freelance Project Engineer (RC Frame & Groundworks) – London BIR is currently recruiting an experienced Freelance Project Engineer with strong project management experience to oversee an RC Frame & Groundworks project based in London. This is an urgent requirement, and the successful candidate may be able to start immediately. The Role As Project Engineer, you will be responsible for: * Managing the project in line with the construction programme * Overseeing and managing all setting-out works * Ensuring quality assurance standards are maintained * Managing labour, plant, and materials efficiently * Managing Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) compliance on site and promoting a strong safety culture * Monitoring project progress and providing regular updates to the Quantity Surveyor and senior management team * Supporting the successful delivery of projects within budget and programme targets Requirements To be considered for this position,...

Our client is a well-established, multi-disciplinary engineering and project consultancy operating across the built environment in England. The organisation delivers technically robust mechanical design and advisory services across a varied portfolio of complex projects, primarily within regulated and public-sector environments. Known for its collaborative culture and strong commitment to professional development, the business offers a supportive, long-term career path for experienced engineers seeking senior responsibility and influence. Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Salary & Benefits Salary £70,000 - £85,000 (dependent on experience) Car Allowance Nest Pension Scheme 22 days annual leave, with discretionary Christmas shutdown Hybrid Working Discretionary annual bonus Bupa Private Healthcare/ Dental Cover Extensive APC / chartership support where relevant to the role Cycle to Work Scheme/ EV Scheme Early finish on the last Friday of every month Senior Mechanical...

Senior Engineer – Civils (PAYE Only) Perth | Major Utilities & Concrete Structures | Start ASAP We’re recruiting on behalf of a leading civil engineering contractor who require a Senior Engineer to support ongoing works in Perth. The role involves setting out for above‑ground concrete structures and large‑diameter pipelines (around 1.5m), along with providing technical support to the wider site team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer with utilities or water‑sector experience who enjoys being hands‑on and ensuring high‑quality delivery on site. Key Responsibilities Setting out for above‑ground concrete structures Setting out and supporting installation of wide‑diameter pipelines (1.5m) Providing technical and QA support to the site team Ensuring works are delivered safely and in line with specification Working closely with the Site Manager and Project Engineer Maintaining accurate records, surveys and documentation What We’re Looking For Strong civil...

Elvet Recruitment are currently on the lookout for a Freelance Site Supervisor/Manager to work on a major Civil Engineering project in Northumberland. Duration will be for 3 months with further works to be confirmed as workloads are released. The work carried out will be overseeing shallow drainage and foundations, or the movement of modular cabins around the site Duties/Responsibilities: * Ensure programmes are reviewed and updated. * Completing daily site diaries. * Ordering materials for site. * Ensure RAMS are written and updated. * Progress meetings with senior management and client. * Overseeing direct delivery teams and sub-contractors. Experience required: Must have: * Experience working as Site Supervisor/Manager * Experience managing projects from cradle to grave. * Detailed experience with: Foundations, Concrete, Structures, Shuttering and Heavy Civils * SSSTS/SMSTS, Temporary Works, Appointed Person, First Aid. Nice to have: *...

I am working alongside a leading groundworks engineering contractor who are currently looking to hire an experienced Senior Engineer in Oxford due to a number of new contracts being awarded. Site Engineer responsibilities: * Overseeing the setting out groundworks, drainage, external works and foundations. * Working alongside the project management team. * Ensuring health and safety compliance. * Ensuring works are being carried out in accordance to agreed methodology and method. * Ensuring the correct documentation is held on site. * Ensuring works are completed on time and to specification. Site Engineer requirements: * Experience with managing and overseeing the setting out groundworks, drainage, external works and foundations. * Drivers License. * Right to work in the UK. * CSCS Card. * Strong communication skills. The Next Steps: To apply for the role as a Senior Engineer, click on the apply now button below and submit your CV for further...

Senior Engineer – Highways Infrastructure Project (Coventry) Location: Coventry Start Date: Late June / Early July Duration: Long-term project (minimum 2 years) Salary: Competitive + package (DOE) A well-established civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering major infrastructure and highways schemes across the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join a flagship project in Coventry. This is an opportunity to play a key role on a major £120 million highways improvement scheme that will transform a significant section of the local road network. Site set-up activities are scheduled to begin in July, with main construction works commencing in August. The Project The scheme involves the redevelopment of a major highway junction and includes: * Removal of an existing roundabout * Construction of a new flyover and revised road layout * Extensive bulk earthworks operations * Large-scale drainage installation works The project is...

Date posted: May 28, 2026 Pay: £325.00-£350.00 per day (Inside IR35) Job Title: Cost Engineer Location: Bridgwater, Somerset Job Type: Contract (Long Term - Rolling) Work Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days in Office, 2 Remote We are recruiting for a Cost Engineer to join the Integrated Project Controls team on a major UK nuclear new build project. About the Role You will support the Cost and Forecasting function, maintaining accurate cost data and providing essential reporting to enable successful project delivery on one of the UK’s largest and most complex construction programmes. Key Responsibilities * Produce and maintain accurate cost and forecast data aligned with CBS/WBS structures. * Manage cost and forecast information within EcoSys and other project systems. * Prepare periodic cost reports with variance analysis and performance commentary. * Support the Trend & Change process, including risk and opportunity identification. * Provide analytical support and...

Gortmore are working with a leading contractor who are looking for a Senior Engineer on a high-Profile Project in the Wiltshire area. The candidate must: * Have Previous experience working on Civil’s projects working on drainage, service/ductwork installation, RC Concrete. * Must be competent in ordering Material and Rebar. * Must have previous experience working with designers. * Monitoring, manage, distribute project information to site Engineer’s and ensure accurate setting out and dimensional control is being carried out. * Ensure the works are constructed to latest design and agreed Specification. * Ensure Project QA is being carried out and site diary is maintained. * Must be competent in Auto Cad, reading drawings, Cut & Fill’s, and quantifying/ordering materials such as Concrete, rebar, drainage/earthworks materials etc. * Carry out ITP’s, KPI’s, RFI’s, etc. * Must be competent in Auto Cad and reading drawings. * Have excellent...

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services) - Contract Location: Hampshire Rate: £40 per hour (Outside IR35) Contract Length: Ongoing Sector: Local Authority Projects We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer for a contract role with a well-established consultancy in Hampshire. This opportunity is outside IR35, offering a competitive rate of £40 per hour and the chance to work on a variety of local authority projects. Key Responsibilities: ✔️ Mechanical design for building services projects, including heating, ventilation, and public health systems ✔️ Ensuring designs comply with local authority regulations and industry standards ✔️ Experience with Legionella risk assessments and mitigation strategies ✔️ Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions ✔️ Site visits and surveys as required Requirements: ✅ Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer in the building services sector ✅...

We're currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Engineer to start working on an RC Frame project based in Central London. Must have experience in running the front end of projects, good communication skills with a strong background in RC Frame is essential. Responsibilities include: * Overseeing all engineering aspects on the site * Overseeing building work * Undertaking surveys * Checking technical designs and drawings to ensure that they are followed correctly * Ensuring project packages meet agreed specifications, budgets and/or timescales * Liaising with clients, subcontractors and other professional staff, especially quantity surveyors and the overall project manager * Providing technical advice and solving problems on site * Preparing site reports and filling in other paperwork * Liaising with quantity surveyors about the ordering and the pricing of materials * Ensuring that health and safety and sustainability policies and...

Big Fish Little Fish are a key player in Geotechnical Recruitment, and we are currently working with some great industry specialists. Due to large contracts secured and new opportunities we are now needing to recruit Geologists/Site Engineers. Primarily this role will include the implementing and organising the projects in the field as well as the office. Day to day the successful candidate will be accountable for field based logistics including ensuring that the project specification is followed, correct equipment is used and maintained on site and also correct health & safety procedures are followed. All technical site work is carried out to a high standard, safely and on time and in budget. Offer a high level of project management on site, covering execution of ground investigation. Be able to liaise between the office and site location. Liaise with the end client as and when required. This role is totally site based, with a strong focus on overseeing, supporting the...

Job Title: Project Engineer – RC Frame Contractor (HS2) Location: HS2 Site – London Salary: £340 to ￡370 - CIS Contract Type: Contract Help build the backbone of Britain’s future transport. An established RC frame contractor working on HS2 is looking for a Project Engineer to support delivery of complex concrete structures on one of the UK’s most high-profile infrastructure projects. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious engineer with reinforced concrete experience to work on challenging and career-defining civil engineering works, including shafts, stations, bridges, and tunnel access structures. Key Responsibilities * Support site and project management teams in the planning and execution of RC frame packages. * Interpret technical drawings and ensure construction aligns with design specifications and tolerances. * Oversee setting out, concrete pours, reinforcement works, and formwork systems. * Liaise with client engineers,...

We are looking for a Senior Engineer to join a major highways and infrastructure package at Sizewell C, supporting the delivery of critical roadworks including bypass construction, earthworks, drainage, utilities coordination and associated civil engineering works. The successful candidate will play a key technical leadership role, managing engineering activities across multiple work fronts, ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately, on programme and in full compliance with project specifications and quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects. Must have CSCS, SMSTS/SSSTS and First Aid and previous experience working on major highways/civils projects. If you or someone you know is looking for work, get in touch

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a well-established building services consultancy in London on an contract basis outside IR35. This hybrid role will involve working as part of a multidisciplinary building services engineering team, supporting the delivery of electrical design solutions across a range of building projects. The successful Electrical Design Engineer will contribute to the development of electrical building services designs, technical documentation and coordinated BIM models. This role is based in the London office with hybrid working available, offering the chance to work on high-quality building services projects alongside experienced engineers and consultants. Key Responsibilities · As an Electrical Design Engineer, your responsibilities will include: · Producing electrical building services designs for a variety of building projects · Developing electrical schematics, layouts and...

The Company On-going success means my client requires a Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services). Reporting directly to the senior Chartered Engineering manager, you will be joining a team of Building Services and CAD engineers. The Role: A Mechanical Design Engineer with demonstrable knowledge of reviewing drawings, surveying existing installations and designing HVAC systems. Most of the work is Mechanical design engineering to projects providing HVAC mechanical services solutions. You will see the project through from concept to hand-over, working closely with estimating and project management departments. Duties will include: * involvement in the design of HVAC systems to enable both new and existing systems * creating new ventilation ductwork systems, CHW & LTHW systems etc, Head Load, Cooling Load calculations, onsite visits, meetings and communicating with various clients, architects and sub-contractors etc * Coordination with electrical counterparts * take...

Site Manager - Externals & Yard Slabs Major Construction Project | Externals / Groundworks Package Our client, a leading main contractor delivering major, logistics‑heavy construction projects, is seeking an experienced Site Manager to take full ownership of the externals and yard slabs package on a high‑profile scheme. This is a hands‑on, delivery‑focused role suited to a decisive Site Manager who is comfortable taking control of large‑scale groundworks packages in a live construction environment. The Role As Site Manager, you will act as the single point of responsibility for the external works package, taking over day‑to‑day control from the engineering function and driving safe, high‑quality delivery to programme. You will lead all aspects of the groundworks and concrete yard slabs works, coordinating subcontractors, plant, logistics, and temporary works while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance. Key Responsibilities Full management...

Our client, operating within the buildings sector, is currently seeking an experienced Registered Building Inspector - Class 2A. This contract role presents an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals with expertise in building control to ensure that building projects meet regulatory standards and safety requirements. Key Responsibilities: Conducting detailed inspections of building projects to ensure compliance with building regulations and standards Identifying and addressing any issues or violations related to construction practices Advising builders, developers, and property owners on compliance matters Preparing and submitting accurate inspection reports and documentation Collaborating with other professionals, such as architects and engineers, to provide guidance on regulatory requirements Ensuring that safety codes and regulations are adhered to during the building process Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of building regulations and standards Providing exceptional...

Role: Resident Electrical Engineer Location: Plymouth Duration: 12 months Rate: DOE Inside IR35: Umbrella The purpose : Ensure the delivery of site Quality by managing, providing advice and support, and witnessing the installation and commissioning process through construction works in the submarine refit complex. Primary focus will be Electrical activity. You will be accountable to the Lead Construction Manager for day to day planning matters. You will assist the construction and Project team by providing advice and communicating with contractors and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve site issues/ Technical Queries during construction in line with contract timescales. You will ensure the contractor adheres to the Scope of works and Change requests. You will undertake and record inspections to ensure adherence to scope and integrated test plans. Responsibilties Ensure the delivery of site Quality by managing, providing advice and support, and witnessing the...