Senior Engineer
Major Civil Engineering Project | Britain’s Ocean City
The Opportunity
We’re recruiting an experienced Senior Engineer to take a leading role on a flagship civil engineering scheme in Britain’s Ocean City.
This is a major, nationally significant infrastructure project where engineering standards are high, scrutiny is real, and delivery matters. If you’re looking for visibility, long-term stability and proper technical challenge, this is a project you’ll be proud to attach your name to.
The Business
Our client is a well-established civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation across the marine, water, environmental infrastructure and energy sectors.
They are trusted to deliver complex, high-value schemes for major public and private sector clients — and they win repeat work because they deliver properly.
This is a business where expectations are high, but support and opportunity match it.
The Role
Based on site within the operational team, you will take ownership of one of three major work sections on this high-profile scheme.
As Senior Engineer, you’ll combine hands-on delivery with technical leadership, ensuring works are executed safely, accurately and to programme.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading engineering delivery across your section of works
Managing and mentoring junior engineers
Coordinating and overseeing specialist subcontractors
Attending and contributing to client meetings
Driving programme, quality and safety compliance on site
Checking and drafting RAMS
Liaising with commercial teams on progress and change
Collaborating with site management and technical teams
Contributing to engineering problem-solving on complex RC works This is a role for someone who enjoys responsibility and influence on site.
About You
We’re looking for a Senior Engineer who is comfortable in technically demanding environments and confident leading from the front.
You’ll bring:
Local to Plymouth
Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Senior or Section Engineer
Strong experience on large civil engineering projects
Proven delivery of complex reinforced concrete structures
Marine project experience desirable
Experience in nuclear or highly regulated environments advantageous
Strong understanding of quality-led delivery and engineering controls
Confident communication skills and leadership presence
HNC / HND (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline
Ability to obtain SC Security Clearance What’s In It For You?
Long-term security on a major infrastructure project
A technically demanding role with genuine responsibility
The opportunity to contribute to a nationally recognised scheme
A stable employer with a strong forward order book
Competitive salary and benefits package If you’re a Senior Engineer looking for a serious project with longevity and profile, this one is worth your attention.
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