Site Engineer

Contracts Engineer in Leeds
(with Various Projects UK wide)

About the Role:

A leading company in the civil engineering industry, specialising in bridge and infrastructure maintenance, is looking for an experienced Contracts Engineer to manage a range of bridge maintenance and repair projects across the UK. If you have a strong background in budgeting, scheduling, client disputes, compliance, and contract management on bridge works - including concrete repair, structural painting, steel structures, and more - this is an excellent opportunity.

Role Overview:

As a Contracts Engineer, you will be responsible for managing the contractual, financial, and operational aspects of bridge maintenance and repair projects. This involves overseeing project budgets and schedules, handling client disputes, ensuring compliance with regulations, reporting, and managing contract reviews. You will also monitor project progress, manage change requests, and ensure all work meets safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage project budgets and schedules to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Review contracts, ensuring compliance with all terms and conditions.
Coordinate with clients and subcontractors to resolve disputes and issues.
Monitor and manage change requests, documenting adjustments as required.
Ensure health and safety compliance on-site (SMSTS qualification required).
Provide regular project reports to senior management, highlighting risks and delays.
Oversee quality control to maintain high standards of work.
Manage a range of bridge-related activities, including concrete repairs, structural painting, steel work, coating, jacking, scaffolding, structure renovations, and grit blasting.

Skills & Qualifications:

Essential:

Valid CSCS Card
Proven experience in bridge maintenance or similar sectors.
Knowledge of bridge maintenance processes
Project Locations & Timeline:
Initially in Leeds, the projects across the Midlands, North-East, and North-West regions

Compensation & Benefits:

Uplift for nights/weekend work
Accommodation provided

Why Apply?

Join a reputable company in the civil engineering sector
Work on high-value, challenging bridge maintenance and repair projects
Enjoy competitive pay and excellent working conditions
Long-term opportunities for further contracts

APPLY NOW:

For more information, please click APPLY NOW or email your CV directly to LJ Ashman at (url removed).

FOOTNOTE:

If this role is technically suited to you, but the rate, location, or seniority does not match your requirements, we still encourage you to send your CV. We regularly recruit for similar roles across the UK at all levels.
Even if you are currently happy in your role, we welcome introductions from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals for future opportunities. Our specialist team has over 100 years of combined experience in this sector.
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