Senior Site Engineer

Senior Site Engineer – Residential Groundworks

Location: Derby

Salary: £75,000 – £90,000 + Package

A leading civils and groundworks contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Site Engineer to support delivery across multiple residential groundworks schemes in and around Derby. This is a key role within a well-established business known for delivering high-quality infrastructure and groundwork packages for major housebuilders.

The Role

You will take a senior position on site, responsible for overseeing engineering activities, managing junior engineers, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting out for roads, sewers, drainage, and foundations
• Overseeing and mentoring Site Engineers and Junior Engineers
• Managing QA processes, including inspections and documentation
• Coordinating with Site Managers and subcontractors
• Ensuring works are delivered in line with design drawings and specifications
• Supporting programme delivery and resolving technical issues on site

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Engineer within residential groundworks
• Strong setting out skills (GPS/Total Station)
• Excellent knowledge of roads, drainage, and housing infrastructure
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and teams
• CSCS card (essential)
• Relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree preferred)

Package

• Salary: £75,000 – £90,000
• Company car or car allowance
• Bonus scheme
• Pension
• Private healthcare
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing business

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading contractor with a strong pipeline of work across the North West and Midlands.