Senior Engineer

Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join our team on a major infrastructure scheme at the Universal Studios Resort development in Bedford. This is a key site-based role responsible for leading the engineering delivery of complex civil engineering and infrastructure works, ensuring that quality, safety, and programme objectives are consistently achieved.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience on large-scale infrastructure, heavy civil engineering, highways, utilities, earthworks, or reinforced concrete projects, with a strong understanding of complex construction methodologies, stakeholder management, and health, safety, and environmental compliance.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a landmark development while playing a pivotal role in the successful delivery of a high-profile and technically challenging infrastructure project.
What you will be doing:

Lead and manage setting out activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with specifications

Mentor and supervise Site and Section Engineers, promoting engineering best practice

Review drawings, identify design changes, and raise technical queries where required

Oversee subcontractors and coordinate site activities to avoid programme clashes

Ensure quality assurance, ITP compliance, and “right first time” delivery

Manage temporary works, risk assessments, and safe systems of work

Maintain strong control of construction information and technical documentation

What you will bring:

HNC/HND or degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Proven experience delivering Energy, RC frame or heavy civils projects

Strong technical knowledge, including setting out and engineering principles

Experience managing teams and mentoring junior engineers

SMSTS qualified; TWC desirable

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Benefits:

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare

Car Allowance 

Company Pension

Volunteering Days - With Careys Foundation   - or other organisations that are important to you

Health Care Cashplan

Cycle to work scheme

Car Leasing Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Life Assurance

Buy/sell holidays

Other discounts and Cashback plans