Senior Engineer - Rail & Water
Location: East London
Rate: £450 per day (Inside IR35)
Working pattern: Full-time, site based
We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Engineer to take a lead role on the Manor Road NOS7 & NOS8 remediation packages. This is a complex civil engineering scheme involving the repair and remediation of two bridge structures and five trunk sewer barrels, spanning both rail and highway interfaces.
The works are currently in design phase, offering a genuine opportunity to be involved from early concept through to delivery on site. You will play a key role in developing innovative engineering and temporary works solutions, leading a team of engineers and sub agents, and driving safe, high-quality and commercially successful delivery.
You will work closely with the Project Manager, Agent, commercial and planning teams, and act as a key interface with the client and supply chain.
Senior Engineer Role
Overall responsibility for the successful delivery of the project packages
Lead and manage a team of engineers to deliver works safely, on programme and to specification
Ensure all project documentation is produced and implemented (RAMS, ITPs, permits, consents)
Manage pre-construction reviews and ensure all stakeholder approvals are in place
Maintain and manage the construction programme, progress reporting and short-term lookaheads
Support procurement of specialist subcontractors and temporary works designers
Oversee the development, procurement and delivery of multiple complex temporary works schemes
Maximise commercial performance, identifying variations, opportunities and risk mitigation
Chair weekly site meetings and produce accurate internal and client reports
Maintain high standards of HSQE compliance across all site activities
Client & stakeholder management
Day-to-day liaison with the client's operations team
Lead on package planning, consents and permitting
Ensure client requirements and expectations are consistently met or exceeded
Cost control & reporting
Populate and manage the project cost plan
Maintain detailed site records and diaries
Identify cost pressures, savings opportunities and risks, escalating appropriately
Produce accurate weekly and monthly reports in line with company procedures
About you
Essential
Strong background in civil engineering within the water / rail sector
Working knowledge of NEC contracts, CDM regulations, design management, programme and risk management
Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
Valid CSCS card
Proven ability to lead teams and solve technically challenging problems
Strong communication, leadership and mentoring skills
Drives high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental complianceDesirable
SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely
Temporary Works Co-ordinator
Confined space training
Lift supervisor/co-ordinator
Proven track record delivering similar complex civil engineering packages
Why apply?
£450 per day, inside IR35
Early involvement in a technically challenging remediation scheme
Opportunity to build and develop your own engineering team
Long-term framework work within the water sector
Strong support from a well-established delivery team
Interested?
Apply now with your CV to discuss this Senior Engineer opportunity in confidence