Site Engineer
London
Award-Winning Main Contractor
Competitive Salary + Package
An award-winning, design-led main contractor is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join its London delivery team, working on high-quality, technically challenging commercial, heritage and specialist projects.
This organisation is known for delivering complex schemes in prime locations, with a strong focus on collaboration, quality, safety and sustainability. Projects are often architecturally ambitious and require precision, coordination and strong technical leadership on site.
The Role
Reporting to the Contracts or Site Manager, you will be responsible for the accurate implementation of design, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to the highest quality standards.
Key responsibilities include:
Accurate setting out and levelling in accordance with drawings and specifications
Reviewing and coordinating architectural, structural, MEP and subcontractor drawings
Identifying discrepancies and raising RFIs where required
Carrying out quality control checks and inspections, including pre- and post-concrete pour checks
Monitoring works against the construction programme
Acting as the main technical advisor on site and resolving engineering issues
Supervising and coordinating subcontractors
Fulfilling the role of Temporary Works Coordinator when required
Maintaining detailed QA records and as-built documentation
Delivering inductions and toolbox talks
Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality procedures
About You
Essential:
3+ years' experience as a Site Engineer on London-based projects
Strong understanding of construction sequencing and site delivery
Proven experience coordinating subcontractors on large-scale builds
Proficient in AutoCAD and modern setting-out equipment (Total Station/GPS)
Experience carrying out health & safety inspections
Degree or HNC/HND in Civil, Construction or Building Engineering
Valid CSCS card
Desirable:
Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor experience
Professional membership or working toward ICE/CIOB accreditation
SSSTS/SMSTS and First Aid qualification
Experience on high-end commercial or heritage schemes
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and comprehensive package
Exposure to high-profile, architecturally ambitious London projects
Strong pipeline of secured work
Clear career progression within a quality-focused contractor
Collaborative, supportive team environment
If you are a technically strong Site Engineer looking to work on standout London projects where detail and quality matter, we'd welcome a confidential conversation