Senior Engineer
- Posted 05 January 2026
- Salary £390 - £480/day
- Start Date ASAP
- LocationBirmingham
- Job type Contract
- Job Duration15 Months
- Discipline Site Engineer , Highways
- ReferenceSenior Engineer HW Birm
Job description
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Engineer to work on a major highways infrastructure project in Birmingham on a long-term contract basis.
This role will suit a Senior Engineer with strong setting-out, technical, and coordination experience on large-scale highways or civil engineering schemes.
Key Responsibilities:
Setting out and engineering control of highways works
Overseeing day-to-day engineering activities on site
Managing and mentoring Site Engineers and junior staff
Ensuring works are delivered in line with drawings, specifications, and programme
Carrying out QA checks and ensuring accurate as-built records
Liaising with the Site Agent, subcontractors, and design teams
Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Senior Engineer on highways or civil engineering projects
Strong setting out and surveying experience
Sound knowledge of highways specifications and construction methods
CSCS card (essential)
SMSTS or SSSTS preferred
Ability to work independently and manage engineering teams
Right to work in the UK
What’s on Offer:
15-month contract on a major highways scheme
Competitive LTD day rate of £390 – £480
Outside IR35
Long-term, stable work in Birmingham
If this is something that interests you please apply and someone from the office will be in contact with you
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