Senior Engineer – Civil Engineering
Location: Euston, London
Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure
Salary: Competitive + Package
Red Sky Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor delivering major infrastructure works across the UK. This opportunity sits on a flagship project in Euston, forming part of a wider programme of complex urban infrastructure works.
This contractor operates across water, transport, energy and the built environment, with a strong pipeline of secured frameworks and a reputation for self-delivery, technical excellence and high safety standards.
If you’re a Senior Engineer looking to step into a role with greater technical ownership, leadership responsibility and long-term progression — this is a strong platform to do so.
The Role
As Senior Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across key civils packages, ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately and in line with quality and programme expectations.
You’ll play a critical role in both delivery and team development, acting as the technical point of contact on site while supporting and mentoring junior engineers.
Key Responsibilities
Establish and manage survey control, overseeing all setting out activities on site
Lead on Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and Quality Management processes
Ensure works are delivered safely, in line with specification and programme requirements
Support and deputise for the Site or Sub Agent where required
Manage and mentor Site Engineers and trainees, supporting their development
Carry out quality checks, inspections and technical assurance across works
Support procurement through material take-offs and technical input
Prepare method statements, risk assessments and deliver toolbox talks
Coordinate as-built records and handover documentation
Attend design, coordination and pre-commencement meetings with stakeholders
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in setting out on civil engineering projects (infrastructure, highways or RC works)
Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
CSCS Card and SMSTS
Strong working knowledge of QA processes, ITPs and documentation
Experience using AutoCAD and standard surveying equipment
Ability to manage engineering activities with minimal supervision
Strong communication skills, confident working with both site teams and clients
Why Apply?
Work on a high-profile infrastructure project in a central London location
Join a contractor with a strong reputation for technical delivery and self-performing works
Be part of a business with a secure pipeline of long-term framework projects
Clear and structured career progression into Sub Agent and Site Agent roles
Ongoing training, development and leadership support
Collaborative, engineering-led culture with strong retention across teams
Competitive salary, car allowance, pension, private medical and full benefits package