Senior Engineer
OCS Recruitment Ltd
London · posted 21 August 2026
Salary
£340 – £360 a day
Job type
full time
Location
London, London
Category
Construction
OCS are currently working with a leading specialist contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Engineer to join their team on a major 14-storey extension to an existing hospital in Central London.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong engineer with a solid RC Frame background to work closely with the Project Manager and wider site team on a complex and high-profile project.
The Role
As Senior Engineer, you will work closely with the Project Manager and take responsibility for the engineering and technical delivery of the project.
* Working closely with the Project Manager to deliver the project successfully.
* Managing all engineering and technical aspects of the RC Frame works.
* Setting out and surveying to ensure works are delivered accurately and to specification.
* Reviewing construction drawings, specifications and technical information.
* Coordinating with consultants, subcontractors and the wider project team.
* Raising and resolving RFIs and technical queries.
* Managing technical submissions and ensuring design information is available when required.
* Monitoring quality and ensuring works are constructed in accordance with the design.
* Supporting the project programme and coordinating engineering activities.
* Identifying and resolving technical issues on site.
* Providing technical support and guidance to junior engineers.
* Maintaining accurate engineering records and documentation.
About You To be considered for this position, you must have:
* An Engineering Degree – Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
* A minimum of 5 years' experience working on RC Frame projects.
* Proven experience as a Site Engineer / Senior Engineer within the RC Frame sector.
* Strong setting-out and surveying experience.
* Excellent understanding of reinforced concrete construction and structural frame methodology.
* Experience working on large-scale, multi-storey projects.
* Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* The ability to work closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team.
The Project
The project involves the construction of a 14-storey extension to an existing hospital in Central London, making this a technically challenging project requiring an experienced engineering professional with a strong understanding of RC Frame construction.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Manager and will play a key role in the day-to-day technical delivery of the project.
What's on Offer?
* Competitive salary and package.
* Major Central London project.
* Opportunity to work on a high-profile 14-storey healthcare development.
* Long-term opportunity with an established contractor.
* Strong career progression potential.
* Immediate / near-immediate start available
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