Site engineer

Site Engineer – Gatwick Airport Location: Gatwick Airport Duration: 4 months Start Date: ASAP Rate: £400–£450 per day IR35: Inside IR35 Engagement: PAYE or PAYE Umbrella We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an…

Inside IR35 Construction
Pay rate £400 – £450/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 18 August 2026

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Site Engineer – Gatwick Airport

Location: Gatwick Airport

Duration: 4 months

Start Date: ASAP

Rate: £400–£450 per day

IR35: Inside IR35

Engagement: PAYE or PAYE Umbrella

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Site Engineer to work on the Pier 3 Bridge  Project at Gatwick Airport.

The Role

The Site Engineer will be responsible for supporting the delivery of works and managing subcontractor packages across a complex airport infrastructure project.

Key responsibilities will include:

Managing subcontractor packages, including:

Bridge jacking and bearing replacement

Grit blasting and repainting

Major temporary works, including scaffolding

Internal and external building alterations

Permit management and ensuring works are carried out safely and in accordance with site requirements

Stakeholder management and coordination

Managing interfaces between different disciplines and suppliers

Coordinating with electrical and plumbing contractors

Supporting the successful delivery of works to programme and required standards

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience working as a Site Engineer on construction or infrastructure projects

Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple work packages

Strong permit and stakeholder management experience

Experience working across multiple disciplines and managing interfaces

Gatwick Airport or previous airport experience is highly desirable

Strong communication and organisational skills

Ability to work effectively within a busy and highly regulated environment

Airport Security Requirements

You will need to:

Complete a DBS check

Provide a minimum 5-year checkable employment history

Successfully complete the required Airside Pass process

Important IR35 Information

This position is inside IR35

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