We are recruiting for a Project Engineer to join a respected UK Construction Contractor.
Project Location: Old Street, London.
Start date: June 2026.
Contract Type: Contract or Permanent.
This contractor predominantly specialises with cut-and-carve schemes and will involve demolition, piling, temporary works installation, bulk excavation, basement construction, and core build.
Summary of Requirements:
- Provide engineering expertise during construction phases, including interpreting drawings and resolving technical issues.
- Ensure construction work meets design specifications, codes, and standards.
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and compliance.
- Maintain accurate records of project activities, changes, and progress reports.
- Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth execution.
- Identify potential risks and propose mitigation strategies.
- Oversee and integrate design inputs from architects, engineers, and consultants.
- Ensure designs meet client requirements, regulatory standards, and project goals.
- Manage design changes and assess their impact on cost, schedule, and quality.
- Propose design alternatives that optimize cost and performance.
- Ensure designs comply with planning permissions, building regulations, and other statutory requirements.
- Act as the main point of contact for design-related discussions with clients and stakeholders.
- Lead design teams, manage workloads, and ensure timely delivery of design packages.
Criteria:
- Proven experience as a Senior Site/Project Engineer
- Valid CSCS Qualification
- SMSTS and First Aid – Desirable
- Experience in one of the areas listed above
- Working references – essential
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Cavendish Recruitment Professionals Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.