Highways Senior Engineer


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£400 to £425 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Milton Keynes, MK9 1HL
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	27 Aug 2026
Closing date:	26 Sept 2026

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Summary

Your new company

A major civil engineering contractor is recruiting for a Senior Engineer to support the delivery of a significant highways infrastructure project in Milton Keynes. This is an opportunity to join the scheme at an early stage and play a key role throughout delivery.

Your new role

The Senior Engineer will be site office based and responsible for engineering management and technical support across the project.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing engineering activities across allocated works

Reviewing and coordinating construction drawings

Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with specifications and design requirements

Supporting site teams with technical queries

Managing setting out activities and checking procedures

Maintaining construction records and engineering documentation

Coordinating with design and delivery teams

Supporting project planning and progress reporting

What you'll need to succeed

Experience as a Senior Engineer or strong Section Engineer within civil engineering projects

Highways, infrastructure or general civils experience

Strong setting out background

Experience managing drawings and technical documentation

Proficient with engineering and surveying equipment

CSCS qualification

Excellent communication and organisational skills

What you need to do now

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