Senior Engineer in London

Senior Engineer in London

London Temporary No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead critical civil engineering projects at Heathrow Airport and manage site teams.
  • Company: Join a major infrastructure programme at one of the world's busiest airports.
  • Benefits: Competitive day rate, flexible contract options, and potential for extension.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a fast-paced, regulated setting.
  • Why this job: Work on high-profile projects in a dynamic environment with real impact.
  • Qualifications: Strong civil engineering experience and leadership skills required.

We're recruiting for an experienced Senior Engineer to join a major infrastructure programme at Heathrow Airport, leading the delivery of critical civil, structural and enabling works within a live operational environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer who can manage complex work packages, lead site teams, and drive programme delivery while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the safe and compliant delivery of allocated work packages.
  • Manage short-term programming and sequencing of works in line with the overall project programme.
  • Coordinate day and night shift activities to ensure efficient project delivery.
  • Monitor budgets, identify risks and opportunities, and work closely with planning and commercial teams.
  • Ensure permits, RAMS and QA documentation are in place and adhered to.
  • Lead, mentor and support engineers and supervisors across the project team.
  • Champion health, safety, quality and environmental performance at all times.

Requirements

  • Strong experience in civil engineering, groundworks and structural steel works.
  • Package management experience, including planning, reporting and budget control.
  • Good understanding of NEC contracts.
  • Experience leading engineering teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
  • SMSTS and CSCS certification.
  • Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

  • Previous Heathrow or airport infrastructure experience.
  • Experience working within live, highly regulated operational environments.
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD 3D, Civil 3D, BIM360 and Bentley MicroStation.

What's on Offer?

  • 45-week contract with strong likelihood of extension.
  • Major infrastructure programme at Heathrow Airport.
  • Flexible engagement options: Inside or Outside IR35.
  • Competitive, negotiable day rate.
  • Opportunity to work on technically challenging and high-profile projects.

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Civil Engineering
Groundworks
Structural Steel Works
Package Management
Planning
Reporting
Budget Control