Senior Site Engineer / Site Manager (Education Project)

Posted 02 February 2026
Salary £50000 - £60000 per annum + Plus van, fuel and benefits
LocationBelfast
Job type Permanent
Discipline Built Environment
ReferenceBBBH14118DO_1770023142

Job description

Senior Site Engineer / Site Manager (New Build Education Project)

Client
An excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer / Site Manager to join a well-established contractor delivering a new build educational project in Northern Ireland. The business has a strong reputation for quality delivery, high HSQE standards and investing in its people. This role offers exposure to technically challenging projects within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

The Ideal Person
You will hold a third-level qualification in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related discipline) and have a minimum of 3+ years' experience in a Site Engineer or Site Management role. You will be self-motivated, technically strong, and capable of managing site activities from early stages through to completion.

Responsibilities
As Site Engineer / Site Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating site activities and supporting the successful delivery of the project, including:

  • Coordinating civil and structural works and day-to-day site operations

  • Liaising with site teams, subcontractors, designers and supply chain partners

  • Assisting with procurement of labour, materials and BOQ items

  • Managing programme timelines and supporting delivery on time and within budget

  • Preparing engineering reports, method statements and commissioning schedules

  • Managing Health & Safety documentation and enforcing safe work practices onsite

  • Reviewing drawings, specifications and technical submittals

  • Ensuring works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings and standards

  • Conducting subcontractor inspections and quality checks

  • Chairing technical and interface coordination meetings

  • Providing accurate site records, reports and progress updates to senior management

  • Supporting risk assessments and site surveys to mitigate design or construction issues

Essential Criteria

  • Third-level degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)

  • 3+ years' experience in a similar Site Engineer / Site Management role

  • Strong knowledge of construction methods, engineering principles and design

  • Ability to work on own initiative and within a team environment

  • Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills

  • Track record of delivering projects from start to finish

  • Full EU / Irish driving licence

  • Relevant third-party Health & Safety site management training

Remuneration
£50,000 - £60,000 per annum + attractive benefits package, including:

  • Company van and fuel card

  • Pension scheme

  • Laptop / desktop and mobile phone

  • CPD accredited employer

  • Excellent career progression and training opportunities

  • Supportive and collaborative working environment

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Built Environment roles across Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact us in strict confidence.

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