Senior Site Engineer (JN -072025-63027) Derby, England
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
If you're passionate about making a tangible impact in the construction industry , please contact John Ashcroft on 07867450022 for more information.