Project Engineer - Civils

Westlakes Recruit is proud to support a leading civil engineering contractor in their search for a Project Engineer to join the delivery of a major infrastructure project. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer to take the next step in their career, working on a high‑profile scheme where you will be responsible for coordinating engineering activities, ensuring technical excellence, and supporting the successful delivery of complex civil works.

As Project Engineer, you will play a key role in project delivery, working closely with site teams, designers, clients and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to programme.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating site engineering activities across the project.
• Managing technical compliance, setting out and construction information.
• Monitoring progress against programme, cost and quality objectives.
• Supporting procurement, logistics and material management.
• Identifying and mitigating project risks.
• Promoting the highest standards of health, safety, environmental and quality performance.

We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Experience delivering major civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical knowledge with the ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent planning, organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• SMSTS qualification.

In return, you will benefit from a competitive package including:

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Private healthcare.
• Car allowance.
• Company pension.
• Paid volunteering days through the Careys Foundation or a charity of your choice.
• Healthcare Cash Plan.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Car Leasing Scheme.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Life assurance.
• Buy and sell holiday scheme.
• Employee discounts and cashback rewards.

If you are an experienced Project Engineer looking to contribute to the successful delivery of a major infrastructure project, we'd love to hear from you. To find out more or apply in confidence, contact the team at Westlakes Recruit today.