Randstad is recruiting a Highways Engineers on behalf of a large principal contractor to support a major highways infrastructure in the South West. This is a long-term freelance assignment focusing on site engineering control, subcontractor management, and technical package delivery across live highways infrastructure.
The Role
Reporting to the Sub Agent / Site Agent, you will bridge the gap between site engineering and operational delivery, taking ownership of technical QA, temporary works, and subcontractor coordination. Your day-to-day will involve:
Engineering Oversight: Managing site engineering teams and survey accuracy across major carriageway, drainage, surfacing, and structural highways packages.
Technical QA & Inspections: Overseeing ITP sign-offs, as-built surveys, material approvals, and managing TQs/RFIs to resolve design queries efficiently.
Subcontractor & Resource Management: Coordinating daily site activities for specialist supply chain partners, ensuring works align with short-term lookahead schedules.
Temporary Works & HSEQ: Managing temporary works implementation on site, ensuring strict adherence to RAMS and National Highways safety standards.
Commercial Support: Working alongside the commercial team to maintain precise site records, track variations, and record scope changes.
Essential Requirements
Highways Track Record (Essential): Extensive, proven experience as a Senior Engineer or Project Engineer on UK highways schemes (National Highways framework experience highly desirable).
Technical Qualifications: Degree, HND, or HNC in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
Site Credentials: Valid CSCS card and SMSTS (Temporary Works Coordinator qualification is a plus).
Location & Mobility: Based in or commutable to the M42 / Greater Birmingham region with a full UK driving licence.
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Senior Engineer in West Wickham employer: Randstad Construction & Property Careers
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