Senior Site Engineer

Senior Engineer – Leeds

I am currently recruiting for a leading infrastructure services provider and become part of their growing Aviation business unit. In this role my client are seeking a Senior Site Engineer to lead and manage multiple civil engineering projects, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards for successful project outcomes.

Position Summary:
The Senior Site Engineer will play a critical role in overseeing and executing civil engineering works, managing site activities, and maintaining high standards of health, safety, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Site Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality standards for all activities.
• Interpret and review project drawings and specifications accurately.
• Perform setting out and surveying duties on-site.
• Supervise and manage site works, including overseeing labour, plant, and subcontractors.
• Maintain detailed records of site activities, including comprehensive site diaries.
• Manage material orders and ensure timely delivery to support project progress.
• Prepare daily and weekly work plans, assist with Risk Assessments, Work Package Plans, and Inspection Test Plans.
• Oversee the performance and coordination of subcontractors and site engineers as required.

Requirements

• Experience: Extensive experience as a Site Engineer or Senior Site Engineer
• Education: Degree / HNC / HND in Civil Engineering.
• Skills:
  • Expertise in setting out and surveying.
  • Demonstrated success in delivering Airfield works projects.
• Certifications:
  • Ability to obtain an Airside Pass (requires Basic Disclosure Certificate).
  • Five-year checkable work history (necessary for security clearance).
  • License: Clean UK driving license