Senior Engineer

Role: Senior Engineer (Aviation / Airfield Infrastructure)

Location: Bishop''s Stortford area

Rate: -450 - -500 per day

Duration: Ongoing Freelance Contract

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

The Opportunity



We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Engineer to join a specialized infrastructure project near Bishop''s Stortford. This is a prestigious, long-term freelance opportunity working within a high-security aviation environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing complex engineering works where precision and strict adherence to operational constraints are non-negotiable. Given the nature of the site, prior aviation experience is an absolute requirement.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Lead the engineering function on-site, ensuring all works (airside or landside) align with stringent aviation specifications.
• Complex Setting Out & QA: Manage high-tolerance setting out and oversee comprehensive Quality Assurance processes for specialist materials (e.g., PQ Concrete, asphalt, or airfield lighting).
• Operational Coordination: Liaise with airport authorities to manage work permits, airside access, and strict "hand-back" times to ensure zero disruption to flight operations.
• Design Management: Review technical drawings and specifications, proactively identifying and resolving potential clashes or design issues.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and oversight to junior engineers and site staff.

Requirements

• Aviation Experience (Mandatory): Must have a proven track record working on airfield projects (runways, taxiways, stands, or airport infrastructure).
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of the specific safety and quality standards required in a regulated aviation environment.
• Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent; CSCS (Black or Gold Card).
• Clearance: Ability to pass relevant security vetting for airside access (valid Passport and 5-year checkable work history).
• Communication: Exceptional communication skills to manage stakeholders across the airport estate.

If you are interested in this opportunity or want to learn more about it please contact Victor Lawal.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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