Senior Site Engineer

Senior Site Engineer – Severn Trent Water Projects

Lead and manage the technical delivery of civil engineering works on Severn Trent Water infrastructure projects, ensuring works are completed safely, to specification, on programme, and in line with Severn Trent standards and regulatory requirements.

Projects may include water treatment works, wastewater treatment works, pumping stations, pipelines, and associated civil structures.

• Lead all engineering and setting‑out activities on site
• Interpret drawings, specifications, and Severn Trent standards
• Resolve technical queries and manage RFIs
• Liaise with design teams to address buildability and design changes
• Ensure works comply with industry standards and client requirements
• Works delivered for Severn Trent must meet strict regulatory and quality controls

• Oversee complex setting out for RC structures, pipework, drainage, and utilities
• Check and approve setting out completed by site engineers
  
  Maintain site control networks
• Ensure accurate as‑built records and handover documentation

• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015
• Review and approve RAMS
• Lead safe systems of work in confined spaces, excavations, and live water environments
• Promote behavioural safety culture
• Ensure environmental compliance (pollution prevention, waste management)

• Manage Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
• Ensure materials meet WIMES and Severn Trent specifications
• Oversee pressure testing, chlorination, and commissioning support
• Support audits and quality inspections
• Ensure works comply with DWI and EA standards where applicable

• Support short‑term and look‑ahead planning
• Coordinate subcontractors and direct labour
• Identify programme risks and mitigation measures
• Work closely with Site Manager and Project Manager to meet delivery targets

• Identify and manage variations
• Support measurement and valuation processes
• Understand NEC contract requirements (if applicable)
• Provide technical input to compensation events

• Liaise with Severn Trent representatives
• Attend client and progress meetings
• Communicate technical information clearly to internal and external stakeholders
• Support smooth project handover and documentation submission

• Degree/HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Significant site experience in water or wastewater infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete and pipeline works
• Experience with Severn Trent or other UK water utilities
• SMSTS or SSSTS
• CSCS Card
• Full UK driving licence

• Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor qualification
• Confined Space Training
• Experience under NEC contracts
• Working towards or chartered with ICE

• Technical leadership
• Strong problem‑solving ability
• Excellent communication skills
• Quality‑driven mindset
• Strong health & safety awareness
• Programme management awareness
• Ability to mentor junior engineers

• Group Life Assurance
• Company Vehicle
• Housing Allowance / Accommodation
• Meal Allowance / Canteen
• Mobile Phone
• Paid Holidays
• Performance Bonus