Senior Engineer

4764897
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Suffolk
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Highways And Transport
  • Industry

    Construction
  • Pay

    Salary Up to £55,000 per annum + Company Allowance + Package

Senior Engineer – Permanent – Tier 1 Contractor – Major Long-Term Highways Project – Suffolk – Civils

Your new company

You’ll be joining a well‑respected civil engineering contractor delivering high‑profile infrastructure schemes across the region. Known for technical excellence and strong project delivery standards, the business gives its engineers real responsibility, clear development opportunities and a supportive environment where you can deepen your expertise and progress quickly.

Your new role

As a Senior Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the technical delivery of site operations, ensuring works are set out accurately, delivered safely, and meet stringent quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Undertaking day‑to‑day setting out with autonomy

  • Mentoring and developing Junior Engineers

  • Managing site sample and performance testing, maintaining accurate records

  • Producing RAMS and completing hazard/risk assessments

  • Managing site service plans and issuing permits

  • Supporting the QS/Project Manager with information for records and claims

  • Monitoring and coordinating temporary works

  • Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors

  • Producing and maintaining quality documentation including ITPs, diaries and inspection reports

What you'll need to succeed

You will be a confident communicator with a strong background working for a main contractor on heavy civils projects.

You should have:

  • Proven experience as an Engineer/Senior Engineer

  • Strong capability in quality records, reporting and design coordination

  • CSCS card and a minimum HND in Civil Engineering (degree desirable)

  • Ideally SMSTS, First Aid and experience with temporary works

  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Northern Region

  • Geotechnical experience is an advantage


What you'll get in return

You’ll enjoy a strong benefits package and opportunities for ongoing development, including:

- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Company car or car allowance
- Pension scheme with up to 8% employer match
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy more)
- Extensive training and development programmes
- Employee Benefits Platform & Employee Assistance Programme
- A supportive business focused on helping you progress


What you need to do now


If you’re interested in this role, click apply now to forward an up‑to‑date copy of your CV, or contact me directly to discuss the opportunity in more detail.
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