Senior Site Engineer (UK)

Cgrgroup; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks a Senior Site Engineer to oversee civil and marine construction at London Gateway Port. This role entails ensuring safe, efficient project delivery and compliance with standards, alongside managing site teams and client interactions. Candidates should have extensive site experience in civil engineering, preferably with a degree and chartership, and possess strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ site experience in civil, marine, or heavy infrastructure projects.
• Experience in UK construction standards and regulations.
• Background managing large-scale construction teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise on-site operations ensuring compliance with project plans and quality standards.
• Manage and coordinate site team, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate daily site records and documentation.

Skills

Health & Safety

Quality Assurance

Site Management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Chartered Engineer or working toward Chartership

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Surveying Tools

Job description

Job Title: Senior Site Engineer – London Gateway Port
Location: London Gateway Port, UK
Reporting to: Chief Resident Engineer
Contract Type: Full-time / Contractor, Site-based
Salary: Depending on Experience plus benefits.

About CGR
Cullen Grummitt & Roe (CGR) is a global engineering consultancy with over 100 years of experience in marine, civil, structural, geotechnical, and electrical engineering. Operating across the UK, Australia, India, Argentina, Jordan, Morocco, and Senegal. CGR delivers smart, sustainable solutions across sectors including ports and harbours, container terminals, high-risk buildings and general heavy duty infrastructure projects.

Job Purpose
To oversee civil and marine construction works at London Gateway Port, ensuring safe, efficient delivery in line with CGR’s standards and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise on-site operations to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, quality, and HSE standards.
• Apply expertise in heavy civil and marine works to guide effective site delivery.
• Help to manage and coordinate CGR’s site team, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Liaise with client representatives and contractors on project matters.
• Report on progress, challenges, and resolutions.
• Maintain accurate daily site records and documentation.
• Review and monitor RAMS, ITPs, materials submittals, and other site documentation.
• Support junior staff development and knowledge transfer.
• Always uphold CGR’s values and act in the company’s best interests.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field (preferred).
• Chartered Engineer or working toward Chartership (preferred).
• Minimum 7 years’ site experience in civil, marine, or heavy infrastructure projects.
• Strong background managing large-scale construction teams.
• Experience in UK construction standards and regulations.

Technical Skills & Competencies:

• Strong grasp of health & safety.
• Strong grasp of QA practices.
• Skilled in interpreting drawings/specs and using AutoCAD, MS Office, and surveying tools.
• Experience with earthworks, piling, RC, steel structures, utilities, and marine construction.
• Familiar with document control and construction reporting systems.
• Understanding of M&E interface coordination (preferred).
• Strong communication, organisation, and leadership skills.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable.

Personal Attributes:

• Integrity: Honest and committed to CGR's standards and values.
• Leadership: Capable of motivating and directing team of site engineers.
• Communication: Capable of clear effective communication and maintaining good relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Initiative: Proactive in identifying and resolving technical/site issues.
• Attention to Detail: High standards in documentation and compliance.
• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to project needs and extended hours.

Site-Specific Requirements:

• Must comply with DP World London Gateway's port safety and secure protocols.
• Required to complete site induction and any client-mandated training.
• CSCS card.
• UK Driving license.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to move across active construction sites, access scaffolds/boats, and work outdoors in varying conditions.