Senior Engineer

Senior Engineer

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: West Cumbria

Compensation: £0 / year

Description

As a Senior Engineer at Careys, you will play a critical role in delivering high‑quality civil engineering projects across our portfolio. Working closely with the Project Engineer, Project Manager and wider delivery team, you will take responsibility for leading engineering activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately and in line with design, programme and commercial requirements.

You will take ownership of setting out, temporary works coordination, quality assurance, buildability reviews, information flow and subcontractor management. You will also lead a team of Engineers, Graduates and Apprentices—providing technical guidance, mentoring and ensuring high performance standards across the engineering function.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on technical challenge, enjoys influencing construction methodology and is driven by delivering excellence on site.

What You will Do

You will take ownership of setting out, temporary works coordination, quality assurance, buildability reviews, information flow and subcontractor management. You will also lead a team of Engineers, Graduates and Apprentices—providing technical guidance, mentoring and ensuring high performance standards across the engineering function.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on technical challenge, enjoys influencing construction methodology and is driven by delivering excellence on site. We’re looking for an experienced civil engineering professional who brings both technical competence and strong leadership capability.

What you will bring

• A recognised Civil or Structural Engineering qualification (HNC or above).
• SMSTS and TWC qualifications.
• Experience working on major civil engineering projects such as highways, infrastructure, rail or utilities.
• Strong technical skills in setting out, surveying, reading drawings and ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Good working knowledge of temporary works, materials testing and quality assurance.
• Proven experience managing, mentoring and developing Engineers.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify issues early and implement practical solutions.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to delivering safe, high‑quality work.

What you can expect

At Careys, our people are at the heart of everything we do. When you join us, you can expect:

• A values‑driven culture built on Care, Humility, Passion and Authenticity.
• A supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and professional development.
• Opportunities to work towards professional accreditation such as ICE membership.
• Access to high‑quality internal engineering training and technical development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Health, wellbeing and employee assistance programmes.
• The chance to influence major, complex civil engineering projects and see your contribution make a real impact
• 26 days Holiday plus bank holidays
• Car Allowance
• Company Pension
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership

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