Senior Project Engineer

Careys Group; Wigan; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering company is seeking a Senior Engineer to manage teams and oversee high-profile civil engineering projects in Wigan. The role involves leading project delivery, mentoring engineers, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates should have over 6 years of experience in civil engineering, relevant qualifications such as HNC or higher, and demonstrate strong technical knowledge and leadership skills. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and holidays.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare

Car Allowance

Company Pension

Volunteering Days

Health Care Cashplan

Cycle to work scheme

Car Leasing Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Life Assurance

Buy/sell holidays

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience on major civil engineering projects.
• Experience mentoring engineers and apprentices.
• Competent in temporary works and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering teams in high-profile civil engineering projects.
• Review design information for buildability and resolve design issues.
• Mentor Site/Section Engineers and manage subcontractors.

Skills

Team leadership

Technical knowledge in civil engineering

Problem-solving

Surveying and setting out

Communication skills

Education

HNC or higher in Civil or Structural Engineering

SMSTS qualification

Temporary Works Coordinator qualification

Job description

Senior/ Project Engineer

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Wigan

Description

We’re looking for an experienced and driven Senior Engineer to join our delivery team, supporting on high‑profile civil engineering projects.

As a Senior Engineer, you’ll play a key leadership role on site managing engineering teams, driving technical excellence, ensuring compliance, and helping deliver safe, high‑quality, commercially successful projects.

What you will be doing:

• Lead setting out, engineering control, and ensure dimensional accuracy across the project.
• Review design information for buildability, resolve issues, and coordinate approvals with designers and clients.
• Identify and agree additional works with the PM/QS while supporting commercial controls and risk management.
• Mentor and manage Site/Section Engineers, subcontractors, and operatives to ensure safe, high‑quality delivery.
• Ensure construction information is accurate, timely, and communicated to all relevant teams and subcontractors.
• Oversee material testing, compliance checks, and provide technical guidance on material selection and interactions.
• Prepare and monitor medium‑term programmes, drive productivity improvements, and manage material and subcontractor requisitions.
• Act as Temporary Works Coordinator, design low/medium‑risk temporary works, and manage TW equipment and sequencing.
• Prepare and approve RAMS, ensure safe systems of work, and maintain strong public and workforce safety standards.
• Implement project quality procedures, audit subcontractors, ensure “Right First Time” delivery, and close out NCRs effectively.

What you will bring:

• HNC or higher in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• SMSTS and Temporary Works Coordinator qualification.
• Membership of ICE or other chartered body (desirable).
• 6+ years’ experience on major civil engineering projects.
• Experience mentoring engineers and apprentices.
• Strong technical knowledge across civil engineering disciplines.
• Competent in temporary works, quality assurance, and material testing.
• Skilled in surveying and setting out.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong problem‑solver with practical, actionable thinking.
• Confident leading teams and coordinating multiple workstreams.

Benefits:

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private Healthcare
• Car Allowance
• Company Pension
• Volunteering Days - With Careys Foundation - or other organisations that are important to you
• Health Care Cashplan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Car Leasing Scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Life Assurance
• Buy/sell holidaysOther discounts and Cashback plans