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Engineering Manager

salary
GBP
£
£
65000
-
70000
per
annum
+
industry
Civil Engineering
role type
Permanent
location
St. Helens, Merseyside
(
England
)
job posted
January 6, 2026
reference
ENGM26
Our client, a well-established civils and groundworks contractor based in the North West, is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join their senior delivery team.

The Role:

* Lead and manage site and project engineers across multiple civils and groundworks schemes
* Oversee setting-out, quality assurance, and technical compliance
* Review drawings, specifications, and methodologies, identifying and resolving technical issues
* Ensure engineering standards, procedures, and best practice are maintained across projects
* Work closely with Project Managers, Commercial teams, and Directors to support successful project delivery
* Manage surveys, temporary works coordination, and subcontract engineering input where required
* Mentor and develop junior engineers within the business

About You:

* Proven experience in an Engineering Manager or Senior Engineer role within civils and groundworks
* Strong technical knowledge of earthworks, drainage, roads, and infrastructure
* Experience managing engineering teams on live construction sites
* Excellent communication and leadership skills
* A proactive, solutions-focused approach to problem solving
* Relevant engineering qualifications (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)

What's on Offer:

* Competitive salary package, dependent on experience
* Company vehicle or car allowance
* Long-term opportunity with a reputable and growing contractor
* Varied and interesting projects across the North West
* Supportive management team and clear progression opportunities

What you need to do now:

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or reach out to Adam at adam.whiteley@bcuk.co.uk or 07897 069127.

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