Senior Site Engineer (BBBH47896) Derby, England

Salary: GBP60000 - GBP75000 per annum + pension, holidays

Senior Site Engineer – Residential Groundworks


Location: Midlands (Projects across the region)
Salary: £60,000 – £75,000 (Negotiable for the right candidate) + Excellent Package including a 4x4 Company Vehicle
Are you an experienced Senior Site Engineer looking to join a growing residential groundworks contractor with an excellent reputation and a strong pipeline of work?
We're looking for an ambitious engineer who enjoys taking ownership of projects, mentoring junior engineers, and playing a key role in delivering high-quality residential developments.

The Role


Working across multiple residential groundworks projects, you'll be responsible for ensuring engineering excellence from inception through to completion. While you'll still be involved in setting out, each project is supported by a capable Site Engineer, allowing you to focus on the more complex engineering, technical delivery and quality aspects of the project.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Managing all engineering aspects of residential groundworks projects.
  • Setting out for earthworks, roads, sewers, plots and Section 278 works.
  • Producing and checking QA documentation.
  • Creating and managing Leica GPS machine control models using the ConX system.
  • Liaising closely with Site Managers, Contracts Managers and clients.
  • Reviewing drawings and resolving technical queries.
  • Supporting and mentoring developing Site Engineers.
  • Ensuring projects are delivered accurately, safely and efficiently.

What We're Looking For

  • Strong experience working within residential groundworks.
  • Excellent knowledge of:
    • Plot works
    • Earthworks
    • Roads & Sewers
    • Section 278 works
  • Experience with Leica GPS Machine Control, including creating models and using the ConX system.
  • An understanding of geotechnical principles, including CBR values and earthworks specifications.
  • Proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, BricsCAD Pro, or similar.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • A proactive approach with the ability to mentor and support junior engineers.

What's On Offer

  • Salary of £60,000–£75,000, with flexibility for exceptional candidates.
  • Company package including a 4x4 vehicle.
  • Long-term career progression with a successful and expanding contractor.
  • High-profile residential projects with leading housebuilders.
  • A collaborative team environment where your technical expertise is valued and your career development is supported.


If you're a Senior Site Engineer looking for your next challenge with a business that invests in its people and delivers quality projects, we'd love to hear from you.