Senior Engineer

Senior Engineer West Ham, London

Salary: £45,000 £55,000
Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time (45 hrs/week)
Start Date: 13/10/2025

Overview

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking a Senior Engineer to support the delivery of major infrastructure works in West Ham. The role involves overseeing site engineering activities, supervising junior engineers, ensuring compliance with project specifications, and supporting the successful delivery of complex civil engineering packages.

Initially, the Senior Engineer will support the Manor Road NOS7 and NOS8 remediation works for Thames Water, including repairs and remediation of bridge structures and trunk sewer barrels across both road and rail spans. These works are currently in design phase, offering the opportunity to contribute from project inception through delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Site Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Establish survey control and set out works in accordance with design drawings.

• Ensure quality standards are met through regular checks, ITPs and accurate record-keeping.

• Lead engineers in delivering works safely, to specification and without defects.

• Support the development of innovative engineering solutions and temporary works schemes.

Site & Project Management

• Assist in producing and implementing project plans, RAMS and review processes.

• Maintain construction programmes, monitor progress, and prepare short-term lookaheads.

• Coordinate subcontractor procurement scopes, schedules and on-site resource planning.

• Deputise for the Site/Sub Agent when required.

Client & Stakeholder Interface

• Build strong working relationships with the Thames Water operational team.

• Attend client meetings and lead discussions on planning, consents and permitting.

• Ensure deliverables meet client expectations and contractual requirements.

Cost & Performance Control

• Contribute to cost planning, value maximisation and variation management.

• Maintain accurate site diaries, records and progress reporting.

• Highlight risks, opportunities and cost pressures in line with project controls.

Reporting & Compliance

• Produce high-quality weekly and monthly internal and client reports.

• Chair site meetings, ensuring actions are recorded and completed.

• Ensure health, safety, environmental and quality standards are rigorously upheld.

About You Essential Experience & Skills

• Strong background in civil engineering projects (infrastructure, highways, reinforced concrete).

• Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent.

• CSCS card; SMSTS (or equivalent).

• Experience with NEC contract conditions, CDM regulations, design management and cost forecasting.

• Confident in AutoCAD and technical reporting.

• Able to manage engineering teams, mentor junior staff and drive high standards.

• Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with clients and stakeholders.

• Ability to solve technical problems proactively and challenge designs where necessary.

Desirable

• IOSH Managing Safely or SMSTS

• Temporary Works Coordinator

• Confined space training

• Lift Coordinator/Supervisor

• Proven delivery of similar high-value civil engineering work packages

Benefits

• Competitive salary and company pension

• Life assurance and private medical cover

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + loyalty days

• Company car/allowance (role-dependent)

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Leadership training and career progression opportunities

• Flexible benefits and volunteering hours