Senior Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 28 April 2026
LOCATION
Cheltenham
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Civil Engineering
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SKILLS

Site Engineering Tunnelling Shaft Sinking Pumping Station Works Subcontractor Management QA Documentation HSEQ Standards Setting Out

FULL DESCRIPTION

Senior Engineer

Company: [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]

Location: Cheltenham

Job Type: Contract

Posted: 10 April 2026

Salary: £330 - £400/day

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Engineer to join a leading civil engineering contractor on a major shaft tunnelling and pumping station project. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a technically challenging infrastructure scheme, delivering critical underground and water-related works.

Senior Engineer Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Managing engineering activities on shaft sinking and pumping station works
  • Overseeing subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered in line with programme and specifications
  • Reviewing and managing site paperwork, including RAMS, ITPs, permits, and QA documentation
  • Coordinating daily site operations alongside the Site Agent and Project Manager
  • Ensuring all setting out and engineering works are carried out accurately
  • Monitoring quality and ensuring compliance with project requirements
  • Managing health & safety on site and ensuring adherence to HSEQ standards
  • Supporting progress reporting and maintaining accurate site records
  • Assisting with planning and sequencing of works

Senior Engineer Requirements:

  • Previous experience as a Senior Engineer on civil engineering projects
  • Strong background in shaft tunnelling, deep excavations, or pumping station works
  • Experience managing subcontractors on site
  • Good understanding of QA processes and site documentation
  • Competent with setting out and surveying equipment
  • Relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering or similar)
  • Valid CSCS card
  • SMSTS or SSSTS preferred
  • Strong communication and organisational skills

To apply for this Senior Engineer role, please submit your up-to-date CV and a member of the team will be in touch.

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