Construction Jobs

Site Engineer

Job Description

Ardmore have been at the forefront in delivering hundreds of major projects across London. We have established a major reputation for delivery of large-scale phased regeneration schemes. Some of our iconic projects include the Corinthia Hotel, Churchills Old War Office and the Greenwich Peninsula.

We build homes, offices, hotels, schools, medical centres, parks, playgrounds - every facility our great city needs. And we do it with passion. With sensitivity. With style!

Manage and quality control the setting out for the structure, groundworks, drainage, services, grid lines for sub-contractors; review and ensure structural and architectural drawings are coordinated, new service and drainage connections are properly coordinated and set- out accurately.

The Project:

Cambridge House, a stunning Grade 1 & 2 listed building that will be transformed into one of London's grandest hotels. This complex job will include super prime residential, retail, restaurant and luxury Spa facilities once completed.

Main Responsibilities:

• Review the programme/ tracker programme, read the ERs and familiarise yourself with the project, requirements, the specifications and the project drawings.
• Understand who the sub- contractors are, make sure they have a competent manager who understands the drawings and specification. Identify long lead in items, and place order accurately and on-time.
• Accurate setting out of the works and dimensional control.
• Resolve technical problems at all levels.
• Carry out inspections in accordance with the Inspection and Test Plan in a timely manner.
• Produce of survey information and red - lined drawings for the completion of the As-built records.
• Ensure equipment is calibrated, in date and suitably checked in accordance with company policies and the manufacturers' defined requirements.
• Ensure the site diary is accurately maintained noting against each record the date, location and serial number of equipment used.
• Ensure construction operations are carried out in accordance with the Contract requirements using the appropriate agreed procedures.
• Maintain accurate QA, photograph all works to meet the ACL requirements, NHBC building control and your QA system. All QA forms must be updated and located in the Site Managers office for inspection by all. All QA sheets must be signed and dated. Inspect the skills of the labour / tradesmen, making sure you are satisfied with the workmanship, material used and efficiency of work and sign off on their works at the end of each task and prior to the sub-contractor leaving site. You must review and confirm that the consultant's drawings are all coordinated and mistakes / errors in drawings are highlighted and advised to the responsible consultant prior to setting out and construction.

We're Looking For:

• BSc Quantity Surveying or equivalent
• Chartered member of ICE
• NHBC Standards
• Building Regulations (including Part B)
• Temporary Works Co-ordinator
• At least 2 years' experience in a similar position with a main contractor

Example of Company Benefits (Dependent on role level)

• Competitive Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay scheme
• Medical Cover (Most pre-existing conditions are covered) - Dependent on role level
• Competitive holiday allowances, starting with 25 + bank holidays and going up to 29 days + Bank holidays (dependant on length of service), Day off on your birthday also included!
• Competitive pension scheme to help you for when you retire
• Life Assurance (Paying 4* your salary)
• Relevant professional membership fees paid and continued support with your professional growth and Learning.
• Generous Staff referral scheme, paying up to £3,500
• The opportunity to save up to 25% on your bike via the Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on 100's of retailers and Gyms

Further Information About the Role

Kindly be aware that this advertisement for our job vacancy may not encompass all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described. It is subject to potential amendments at the sole discretion of Ardmore.

For a full role profile, please contact us directly at

Equal Opportunities

Ardmore are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy or maternity.

Reasonable adjustments

We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us using if you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application.

Candidate Privacy Notice

As part of our recruitment process for all roles including employees, consultants and subcontractors, we collect and process personal data relating to job candidates and potential candidates. We explain how we use personal information in the Candidate privacy notice. To view our Candidate privacy notice please visit the Ardmore Group website > Working for us > privacy notice.

Apply for this job

Recruiting? Post your job advert: it's quick, easy & totally FREE!