Senior Site Engineer
AJ Group (Europe) Ltd
Leiston
Job type
contract
Location
Leiston, England
Senior Site Engineer
Geotechnical & Major Infrastructure
??
Location:
Suffolk (Sizewell C) ??
Excellent Salary + Bonus + Outstanding Benefits The Opportunity
An industry-leading specialist contractor is looking to appoint an experienced
Senior Site Engineer
to support the delivery of one of the UK's largest and most prestigious infrastructure projects. Working within a collaborative alliance environment, you'll play a key role in delivering complex
ground engineering, diaphragm wall and soil improvement works , helping shape a nationally significant clean energy project. The Role
As Senior Site Engineer, you'll lead multiple engineering workfronts, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You'll provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers and work closely with project, commercial and operational teams to achieve successful project outcomes. Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Site Delivery
Lead engineering activities across multiple workfronts
Coordinate daily site operations and engineering resources
Resolve technical issues and provide engineering guidance
Ensure compliance with RAMS, permits, ITPs and project specifications
Drive quality, productivity and programme performance
Health, Safety & Quality
Champion a proactive safety culture across site
Lead site briefings, investigations and corrective actions
Ensure QA processes and hold points are achieved
Manage NCRs and quality documentation
Produce clear technical and quality reports
Programme & Commercial
Manage short-term planning and engineering sequencing
Monitor critical path activities and programme progress
Support delay analysis and recovery planning
Prepare and manage NEC Early Warnings, Compensation Events and change control
Assist with forecasting, productivity monitoring and subcontractor management
Leadership
Mentor and develop Site Engineers and Graduate Engineers
Work closely with project managers, commercial teams and designers
Build strong relationships with clients, alliance partners and stakeholders
Promote continuous improvement across project delivery
About You
We're looking for someone with: Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering
5+ years' experience delivering major civil engineering or infrastructure projects
Strong experience in
ground engineering, diaphragm walls or soil improvement
Excellent technical and problem-solving skills
Experience working under NEC contracts (NEC4 desirable)
CSCS & SMSTS
Strong communication and leadership abilities
Experience using P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, CEMAR and Excel
Desirable
Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (or working towards)
NEC4 Accreditation
Alliance project experience
Experience with compensation events and recovery planning
Incident investigation or Appointed Person qualification
What's On Offer
Competitive salary
Annual performance bonus
Private Medical Insurance
Life Assurance & Income Protection
Enhanced pension contribution
Enhanced sick pay
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)
Buy additional annual leave
Professional memberships paid
Employee Assistance Programme
Ongoing training and career development
This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading engineering contractor delivering one of the UK's most technically challenging infrastructure projects, offering genuine career progression alongside exposure to cutting-edge geotechnical construction techniques.
TPBN1_UKTJ
← Back to job search
Geotechnical & Major Infrastructure
??
Location:
Suffolk (Sizewell C) ??
Excellent Salary + Bonus + Outstanding Benefits The Opportunity
An industry-leading specialist contractor is looking to appoint an experienced
Senior Site Engineer
to support the delivery of one of the UK's largest and most prestigious infrastructure projects. Working within a collaborative alliance environment, you'll play a key role in delivering complex
ground engineering, diaphragm wall and soil improvement works , helping shape a nationally significant clean energy project. The Role
As Senior Site Engineer, you'll lead multiple engineering workfronts, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You'll provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers and work closely with project, commercial and operational teams to achieve successful project outcomes. Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Site Delivery
Lead engineering activities across multiple workfronts
Coordinate daily site operations and engineering resources
Resolve technical issues and provide engineering guidance
Ensure compliance with RAMS, permits, ITPs and project specifications
Drive quality, productivity and programme performance
Health, Safety & Quality
Champion a proactive safety culture across site
Lead site briefings, investigations and corrective actions
Ensure QA processes and hold points are achieved
Manage NCRs and quality documentation
Produce clear technical and quality reports
Programme & Commercial
Manage short-term planning and engineering sequencing
Monitor critical path activities and programme progress
Support delay analysis and recovery planning
Prepare and manage NEC Early Warnings, Compensation Events and change control
Assist with forecasting, productivity monitoring and subcontractor management
Leadership
Mentor and develop Site Engineers and Graduate Engineers
Work closely with project managers, commercial teams and designers
Build strong relationships with clients, alliance partners and stakeholders
Promote continuous improvement across project delivery
About You
We're looking for someone with: Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering
5+ years' experience delivering major civil engineering or infrastructure projects
Strong experience in
ground engineering, diaphragm walls or soil improvement
Excellent technical and problem-solving skills
Experience working under NEC contracts (NEC4 desirable)
CSCS & SMSTS
Strong communication and leadership abilities
Experience using P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, CEMAR and Excel
Desirable
Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (or working towards)
NEC4 Accreditation
Alliance project experience
Experience with compensation events and recovery planning
Incident investigation or Appointed Person qualification
What's On Offer
Competitive salary
Annual performance bonus
Private Medical Insurance
Life Assurance & Income Protection
Enhanced pension contribution
Enhanced sick pay
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)
Buy additional annual leave
Professional memberships paid
Employee Assistance Programme
Ongoing training and career development
This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading engineering contractor delivering one of the UK's most technically challenging infrastructure projects, offering genuine career progression alongside exposure to cutting-edge geotechnical construction techniques.
TPBN1_UKTJ