Senior Civil Site Engineer
Matchtech · Greater Manchester, England
Senior Civil Site Engineer at Matchtech, based in Greater Manchester, England, paying £65,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £65,000 per annum
- Location
- Greater Manchester, England
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 4 weeks ago
- Closes
- 22 Oct 2026
- Sector
- Site Manager
About 25% above the going rate for site manager
Reference 608048
About the role
Our client, a leader in the water sector, is currently seeking a Senior Civil Site Engineer to join their team. This permanent role is part of a dynamic Construction and Project delivery team handling large-scale water infrastructure projects
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the full site engineering function, including setting out, dimensional control, verification, and survey activities.
- Manage engineering teams to ensure accurate execution of works.
- Validate primary control and resolve discrepancies in design information and site conditions.
- Oversee installation activities to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, tolerances, and standards.
- Maintain and manage survey/setting‑out equipment, including calibration and testing regimes.
- Produce technical sketches, calculations, and engineering records to support construction activities.
- Ensure drawing registers and technical documentation are controlled and up‑to‑date.
- Lead the production of accurate as‑built surveys, red‑line drawings, and handover documentation.
- Conduct quality inspections, close out NCRs, and promote a "right‑first‑time" approach.
- Support Technical Assurance reviews, ensuring design compliance and correct installation.
- Prepare, brief, and implement Safe Systems of Work, including RAMS and Permits to Work.
- Act as or support the Temporary Works Coordinator, ensuring compliance with procedures.
- Track progress through measurement, quantity reporting, and verification of installed works.
- Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Designers, Supply Chain, Supervisors, and Ensure digitally captured as‑built information supports handover and asset information requirements.
Job Requirements:
- HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering
- Professional Accreditation (e.g. ICE) or working towards.
- Experience leading engineering delivery on civil engineering projects.
- Experience across earthworks, drainage, structures, highways, utilities or water infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of CDM, construction safety legislation, and engineering control principles.
- SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely.
- CSCS
- Full UK driving licence.
- Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) or working towards.
If you are an experienced Senior Civil Site Engineer looking for a new opportunity within the water sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team and contribute to exciting and challenging projects across the region.
Reference: 608048 · Posted 4 weeks ago · Closes 22 Oct 2026 · Listed via Matchtech
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