Senior Site Engineer

Are you an experienced Site Engineer with a strong background in residential groundworks, looking for more than just another job?

Nicholas Associates are working with a leading civil engineering and groundworks contractor who is looking to bring on board a Senior Site Engineer to manage large-scale residential projects across the East Midlands.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Site Engineer, you will play a key role in overseeing groundworks packages for major housing developers. From site setup through to infrastructure and foundation delivery, you'll ensure technical accuracy, safety compliance, and on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervising site engineers and subcontractors

QA checks and maintaining accurate site records

Interpreting technical drawings and specifications

Liaising with project managers, clients, and design teams

Ensuring health and safety standards are met across the site

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Site Engineer in residential groundworks

Proficient with GPS/setting out equipment (e.g. Leica/Trimble)

Strong knowledge of (Plots/Earthworks/Roads & Sewers/278 works)

Leica machine control experience and creating models

Proficient in cad software (AutoCAD 3d civil preferred but not essential)

Full UK driving licence

Why Join?

Be part of a growing company with exciting long-term plans

Enjoy a genuine team culture where your voice is heard and valued

Receive a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus scheme, and more

Work with a leadership team that invests in people and supports your development

Deliver meaningful projects that shape communities

Long-term career development with a respected contractor

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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