Lead Site Engineer

At Metlen, we are looking for an experienced and driven Lead Site Engineer to take ownership of day-to-day site operations on major construction and renewable energy projects across the UK.

As the senior site-based engineering professional, you will lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate subcontractors and ensure construction activities are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You will play a pivotal role in driving programme delivery, maintaining strong stakeholder relationships and creating a high-performing site culture.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about delivering complex projects that make a lasting impact.

What You'll Be Doing

Leadership & Site Management

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  Lead and motivate a multidisciplinary site team including Site Engineers, Junior Engineers, Supervisors, Logistics and QA/QC personnel.

  
  


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  Act as the key site interface for the Project Manager, providing clear communication on progress, risks and resource requirements.

  
  


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  Coordinate subcontractors and ensure seamless collaboration across all disciplines.

  
  


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  Foster a positive, accountable and high-performing team culture.

  
  

Planning & Delivery

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  Develop and manage short-term lookahead programmes (1–4 weeks) to ensure works are planned and delivered efficiently.

  
  


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  Coordinate work sequences and interfaces to minimise clashes and maximise productivity.

  
  


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  Monitor labour, plant and materials, identifying constraints and implementing mitigation measures where required.

  
  


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  Drive progress against programme milestones and support recovery plans when necessary.

  
  

Technical & Quality Excellence

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  Review drawings, specifications, RAMS and ITPs to ensure construction readiness.

  
  


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  Provide technical guidance and resolve site engineering issues in collaboration with design and project teams.

  
  


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  Coordinate interfaces between civil, mechanical and electrical disciplines.

  
  


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  Lead inspections and ensure all works comply with project quality standards and procedures.

  
  


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  Support QA/QC activities and ensure robust quality documentation is maintained.

  
  

Health, Safety & Environment

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  Champion a strong safety culture and lead by example at all times.

  
  


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  Ensure works are carried out in accordance with RAMS, CDM regulations and safe systems of work.

  
  


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  Support toolbox talks, site safety initiatives and incident investigations.

  
  


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  Promote continuous improvement in HSE performance across the project.

  
  

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

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  Prepare and consolidate daily and weekly progress reports.

  
  


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  Provide accurate updates to the Project Manager on programme, risks and key site issues.

  
  


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  Maintain clear records of decisions, actions and technical queries.

  
  


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  Build and maintain professional relationships with clients, subcontractors and key stakeholders.

  
  

Commissioning & Handover

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  Support testing, commissioning and project handover activities.

  
  


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  Ensure as-built records, quality documentation and punch lists are completed to the required standard.

  
  


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  Contribute to lessons learned and best practice initiatives across the business.

  
  

What We're Looking For

Qualifications

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  Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.

  
  


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  Full UK Driving Licence.

  
  

Experience

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  Minimum 5 years' experience in construction, infrastructure or renewable energy projects.

  
  


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  Proven experience leading multidisciplinary site teams on complex projects.

  
  


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  Strong understanding of UK construction practices, CDM Regulations and QA/QC processes.

  
  


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  Experience in programme planning, progress reporting and subcontractor management is highly desirable.

  
  


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  Experience within renewable energy, solar PV or BESS projects would be advantageous.

  
  

Skills & Competencies

You will be:

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  A confident and inspiring leader with excellent people management skills.

  
  


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  Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple work fronts.

  
  


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  An effective communicator, able to influence and build relationships at all levels.

  
  


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  Commercially aware, with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset.

  
  


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  Calm under pressure and capable of making sound decisions in dynamic site environments.

  
  


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  Committed to the highest standards of safety, quality and integrity.