Senior Site Engineer

Tilbury Douglas Group; Worcester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK construction firm is seeking a Senior Site Engineer to ensure project compliance with specifications and manage junior staff. The ideal candidate will have substantial construction experience, a relevant degree, and the Site Safety Management Training Scheme (SMSTS) qualification. With responsibilities ranging from stakeholder management to problem resolution, this role supports vital community projects. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Defined contribution pension scheme

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• Technical knowledge and main contractor construction experience.
• Comprehensive experience as a Senior Site Engineer.
• Appropriate technical background.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project compliance with contract specification and drawings.
• Maintain relationships with the customer and representatives.
• Implement company policies for sustainability and safety.
• Identify and resolve problems proactively.
• Provide line-management responsibilities for junior staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Logical thinking

Analytical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in a relevant construction subject

Site Safety Management Training Scheme (SMSTS)

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

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Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit‑out company delivering vital projects across health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment. Our inclusive culture encourages new ways of thinking and celebrates diversity.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that the project works comply with the requirements of the contract specification and drawings, and maintaining appropriate records to confirm such compliance.
• Maintaining excellent and effective working relationships with the customer and their representatives/advisors.
• Implementing the company's strategy and policies for sustainability, health and safety, quality, environmental protection, training and development, and acting as an exemplar of the company culture and values.
• Implementing the company's business management system.
• Being proactive in the identification and resolution of problems.
• Providing line‑management responsibilities including the undertaking of annual appraisal and development for junior members of staff.
• Any other duties relevant to the role.

Qualifications

• Appropriate technical knowledge and main contractor construction experience (essential).
• Degree (or similar equivalent) in a relevant construction subject (preferred).
• Site Safety Management Training Scheme (SMSTS) qualification.
• Appropriate CSCS card (essential).
• Comprehensive experience in a similar role as a Senior Site Engineer (essential).
• Appropriate technical background.

Required Skills

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to use own initiative and apply logical and critical thinking.
• Robust analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to plan and manage time.
• Strong attention to detail.

Pay range and compensation

• Competitive salary.
• Competitive allowance.
• 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday).
• 3 additional long‑service days achieved after 3, 7 and 10 years.
• Private medical insurance for yourself (option to buy family cover).
• Life assurance.
• Defined contribution pension scheme match up to 8%.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave.
• Flexible and agile working (dependent on role).
• Employee assistance programme and professional membership fees.
• Employee discount scheme offering discounts on electronics, home appliances, food & groceries, car buying, travel, fitness and more.
• Flexible benefits scheme including critical illness insurance, dental insurance, travel insurance, cycle to work scheme, and retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for leisure.

Please note that this role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance which includes identity, employment history and criminal record checks. We do not have a sponsorship licence.

We look forward to receiving your application!