Senior Engineer

Senior Engineer

Full-Time 40500 - 49500 Β£ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead site engineering on major infrastructure projects and mentor junior engineers.
  • Company: Premier Tier-1 contractor known for hands-on delivery and clear leadership.
  • Benefits: Top-tier salary, company car, generous pension, and multi-year project security.
  • Other info: Dynamic work environment with zero corporate bureaucracy.
  • Why this job: Step up your career with impactful projects and fast-track progression opportunities.
  • Qualifications: Experience in highways or drainage schemes; HNC/HND or degree in Civil Engineering.

The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 Β£ per year.

Locations: Bedford / Kempston Hardwick | Northamptonshire (Towcester / DIRFT) | Castle Donington

Role: Permanent, Full-Time

Looking to step up and lead technical site engineering across flagship infrastructure schemes? We are partnering with a premier Tier-1 main contractor known for its straight-talking leadership and hands-on delivery culture. Backed by a major multi-year pipeline across the Midlands and Bedfordshire, they are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to take ownership of site engineering, setting out, and quality control.

The Work Pipeline

  • Bedford & Kempston Hardwick: Heavy earthworks, site enablement, and major infrastructure schemes.
  • Towcester & DIRFT (Daventry): Major rail-freight terminal expansion, S278/S38 junction improvements, and bypass links.
  • Castle Donington: Strategic logistics infrastructure, deep drainage, and highway connections.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee site engineering, primary survey control, setting out, and technical compliance.
  • Manage and mentor Site Engineers and junior team members.
  • Implement Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), quality checks, and manage technical RFIs with design teams.
  • Review RAMS, permits to work, short-term programmes, and lookaheads.
  • Assist with material take-offs, orders, and commercial reconciliations.

Requirements

  • Proven site experience on highways, bulk earthworks, S278, or drainage schemes.
  • HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent practical experience).
  • SMSTS, CSCS (Supervisor/Manager), and a clean UK driving licence.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and modern digital surveying equipment.

The Rewards

  • Multi-year project security with zero corporate bureaucracy.
  • Clear, fast-track progression toward Sub-Agent and Site Agent.
  • Top-tier salary, company car/allowance, generous pension, and full corporate benefits.

Senior Engineer employer: Brixen

Join a leading main contractor in the Midlands, where your expertise as a Preconstruction Manager will be valued and rewarded. With a strong focus on employee development, a collaborative work culture, and a commitment to delivering high-quality industrial projects, this company offers a dynamic environment for growth and innovation. Enjoy competitive benefits and the opportunity to work on diverse projects that make a real impact in the construction industry.

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Contact Details:

Brixen Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Engineer

Site Engineering
Setting Out
Quality Control
Technical Compliance
Mentoring
Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
Technical RFIs Management