Senior Engineer

Senior Engineer

Temporary No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead critical civil and structural works at Heathrow Airport, ensuring safety and quality.
  • 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 to work with cutting-edge technology in a regulated setting.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on high-profile projects in a dynamic environment.
  • Qualifications: Strong civil engineering experience and leadership skills required.

Senior Engineer | Heathrow Airport | Contract Opportunity

Heathrow Airport, London

45-Week Contract + Extension Potential

Negotiable Day Rate

Inside IR35 or Outside IR35

Must be able to commute to Heathrow Airport within approximately one hour

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 and Reporting
Budget Control
NEC Contracts