Job Description

A leading multi-million-pound civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Engineer to join the delivery team on a flagship infrastructure project in the East Midlands.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role on a high-profile scheme, working alongside an experienced project team to deliver complex civil engineering works to the highest standards of safety, quality, and programme performance.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage engineering activities across multiple work fronts.

- Oversee the construction and delivery of reinforced concrete (RC) structures.

- Manage setting out, quality assurance, and technical compliance.

- Supervise the installation of drainage networks, ducting, and buried pipework.

- Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and design information.

- Prepare and review RAMS, ITPs, permits, and associated engineering documentation.

- Coordinate subcontractors and site teams to ensure works are delivered safely and efficiently.

- Liaise with the client, designers, and commercial teams to resolve technical issues.

- Ensure accurate records, as-built information, and quality documentation are maintained.

Requirements:

- Proven experience as a Senior Engineer on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects.

- Strong background delivering RC structures, drainage, ducting, and pipework packages.

- Excellent knowledge of setting out, quality control, and engineering best practice.

- Experience managing engineers and coordinating subcontractors on site.

- Ability to interpret technical drawings and resolve engineering challenges proactively.

- CSCS card (essential).

- SMSTS preferred.

- Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

What's on Offer:

- Long-term freelance opportunity on a major infrastructure scheme.

- Competitive day rate.

- Opportunity to work with one of the UK's leading civil engineering contractors.

- Immediate start available.

- High-profile project with significant future workload