Senior Contracts Engineer

Company: Samuel Knight Energy & Infrastructure
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Job Description:

Overview:

Accountable for supporting the management of site contracts, encompassing contract performance, safety compliance, progress monitoring and reporting, client engagement, design coordination, and team leadership. The role is focused on delivering excellence in safety, quality, sustainability, and efficiency, in alignment with the Business Management System.

While nationwide flexibility is expected for future projects, every effort will be made to align projects with the candidate’s geographical location whenever possible.

This role is site based.

Package:

£60,000 Per Anum

Company Vehicle

Working away allowance + Standard Package

Accountabilities:

  • Oversee and coordinate internal teams and subcontractors to ensure effective resource management.
  • Ensure all construction activities comply with contractual obligations, design specifications, drawings, and the Project Management Plan.
  • Develop and review construction method statements to promote safe and efficient execution of works.
  • Prepare and manage all site documentation required for project delivery, including PMP, PVPMP, ITPs, and Work Package Plans (RAMS).
  • Contribute to project planning and scheduling to optimize delivery timelines.
  • Monitor productivity and delays, analyze trends, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Apply and uphold Health, Safety, and Environmental procedures as outlined in project plans, fostering a culture of safety on site.
  • Ensure all works are executed in compliance with HS&E legislation and site-specific plans. Lead the preparation and review of risk assessments.
  • Promote and support behavioral safety initiatives across the site.
  • Monitor progress, report performance, and ensure achievement of project milestones within assigned responsibilities.
  • Proactively identify and resolve engineering and construction-related issues.
  • Manage construction records, including O&M manuals and as-built drawings.
  • Participate in client meetings and pre-contract discussions to support project alignment and delivery.

The following qualities and experience are required to fulfil the requirements of the role:

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people at all levels across the organization and externally.
  • Strong computer skills – focused on Excel / Word / PowerPoint
  • 2+ years’ experience in the construction industry
  • Experience in delivery of civil engineering contracts on various scales
  • Ability to manage multiple teams efficiently
  • Ability to manage multiple scheme costs
  • Ability to manage Health and Safety including Behavioral Safety
  • Ability to lead, communicate and influence others to deliver targets.
  • SSSTS or SMSTS
  • CSCS card

The following qualities/experience are desirable

  • Experience working for a piling, ground engineering or civils subcontractor
  • Civil Engineering Degree or equivalent preferable

No Visa Sponsorship is provided for this position.

Posted: July 1st, 2026