Senior Site Engineer - Site Investigation - #2177485

Our client is seeking a Senior Site Engineer to support ground investigation and geo-environmental projects across Durham, Glasgow, Manchester and wider UK locations. This is a permanent, full-time and entirely site-based role, focused on leading field operations and delivering site investigation contracts safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

• Leading the delivery of ground investigation and site investigation projects across a range of sectors
• Managing day-to-day site operations, logistics, resources and project programmes
• Supervising Site Engineers, subcontractors and field teams
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and graduates
• Monitoring productivity, quality, safety and compliance throughout site activities
• Acting as a professional site-based point of contact for clients, project managers and stakeholders
• Maintaining accurate site records and ensuring project information is kept up to date
• Identifying operational risks and implementing corrective actions to support successful project delivery

• Significant experience in site investigation contracting, ground investigation or related field operations
• Background in geology, earth sciences, environmental science, geotechnical engineering or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of site investigation techniques and ground conditions
• Experience supervising site teams and coordinating field-based activities
• Ability to lead projects safely, efficiently and in line with specifications
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
• Commercial awareness and understanding of contract delivery requirements
• Willingness to travel and work away from home across the UK when required

Consultancy-only backgrounds will not be suitable, as this position requires practical site investigation contracting experience. The role is fully site-based and does not include office-based or report-writing duties.

• Annual leave entitlement increasing with completed service, up to 29 days
• UK bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme following successful completion of the probation period
• Company mobile phone and laptop
• Company van for travel to and from site, including a fuel card
• Disruption and subsistence allowances when working away
• Access to a Holiday Buy-Back Scheme
• Two volunteer days to support a registered charity of your choice

If you are an experienced Senior Site Engineer with a strong background in site investigation contracting and geology, apply now to support the successful delivery of projects across the UK.