Senior Site Engineer

Senior Engineer - Leeds I am currently recruiting for a leading infrastructure services provider and become part of their growing Aviation business unit. In this role my client are seeking a Senior Site Engineer to lead…

Contract type Contract
Posted 24 August 2026

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Senior Engineer - Leeds
I am currently recruiting for a leading infrastructure services provider and become part of their growing Aviation business unit. In this role my client are seeking a Senior Site Engineer to lead and manage multiple civil engineering projects, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards for successful project outcomes.

Position Summary:
The Senior Site Engineer will play a critical role in overseeing and executing civil engineering works, managing site activities, and maintaining high standards of health, safety, and quality.

Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with Site Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality standards for all activities.
- Interpret and review project drawings and specifications accurately.
- Perform setting out and surveying duties on-site.
- Supervise and manage site works, including overseeing labour, plant, and subcontractors.
- Maintain detailed records of site activities, including comprehensive site diaries.
- Manage material orders and ensure timely delivery to support project progress.
- Prepare daily and weekly work plans, assist with Risk Assessments, Work Package Plans, and Inspection Test Plans.
- Oversee the performance and coordination of subcontractors and site engineers as required.

Requirements:
- Experience: Extensive experience as a Site Engineer or Senior Site Engineer
- Education: Degree / HNC / HND in Civil Engineering.
- Skills:
- Expertise in setting out and surveying.
- Demonstrated success in delivering Airfield works projects.

- Certifications:
- Ability to obtain an Airside Pass (requires Basic Disclosure Certificate).
- Five-year checkable work history (necessary for security clearance).
- License: Clean UK driving license

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