Senior Site Engineer

Job Description:

Senior Site Engineer
Location: Coventry (Projects across the Midlands)
Salary: Up to £70,000 + Package

The Company
A leading main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering major construction projects across the Midlands is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Site Engineer. With a growing pipeline of high-profile developments, this is an excellent opportunity to work on large-scale schemes up to £100m in value across high-rise residential, education, and commercial sectors.

The Role
As Senior Site Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering complex building projects from inception through to completion. You’ll support the project delivery team, ensuring works are completed safely, accurately, and in line with programme requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying for major construction works
• Managing and mentoring Site Engineers and junior staff
• Reviewing technical drawings and resolving engineering challenges
• Ensuring quality control and compliance with specifications
• Liaising with subcontractors, consultants, and project stakeholders
• Managing as-built records and technical documentation
• Supporting project planning and sequencing
• Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained on site

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Site Engineer or Site Engineer on major building projects
• Experience working on projects up to £100m preferred
• Background in high-rise residential, education, or commercial construction
• Strong setting out and surveying skills
• Proficient with modern surveying equipment and software
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction, or similar

Package

• Salary up to £70,000 (DOE)
• Company car or car allowance
• Bonus scheme
• Pension
• Private healthcare
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Professional development and career progression

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering landmark projects across the region.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.