Pre-opening Site Engineer for Luxury Spa

Ahead of our exciting new opening later this year, we are seeking a Site Engineer with proven experience in high-end hospitality or wellness construction (spas, hotels, resorts) to join our core team and help deliver this iconic project to the highest standards.

A renowned name in international luxury hospitality, with critically acclaimed sites across Europe and Dubai, we are now expanding into wellness and launching Sonara: a flagship luxury spa in Chelsea offering immersive bathhouse experience, a range of therapies and treatments, private suites and bespoke high-end finishes.

As a Site Engineer, you will:

• Oversee day-to-day technical execution and delivery of the construction works on site, ensuring that quality, schedule and budget targets are met
• Read, interpret and coordinate architectural, structural and MEP drawings to ensure seamless integration of all systems
• Provide setting-out, level surveys and accurate levelling to comply with design specifications
• Monitor installation of MEP systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC), ensuring correct integration, commissioning and testing
• Supervise waterproofing works for wet zones, pools, steam rooms, saunas and other hydro-thermal elements
• Oversee the installation of luxury finishes (tiling, stone, bespoke joinery) and specialist spa equipment (plunge pools, hyperbaric chambers, ice atelier, etc.)
• Conduct regular inspections and quality control to ensure that workmanship meets brand standards
• Resolve technical issues proactively, escalating and coordinating with consultants, contractors and the design team as needed
• Maintain strong site discipline: enforce HSE standards, carry out site inductions and toolbox talks
• Prepare and manage daily/weekly reports, progress updates, snag lists and commissioning documentation
• Support the Project Manager in handover to operations, ensuring logbooks, as-built drawings and O&M instructions are complete.

Key Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
• Proven experience in high-end hospitality or wellness construction (spas, resorts, hotels)
• Strong understanding of MEP systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical)
• In-depth knowledge of waterproofing, especially for spa environments, swimming pools, steam rooms, etc.
• Experience with high-quality finishes, tiling, stonework and craftsmanship typical of luxury developments
• Integration of spa-specific equipment (plunge pools, thermal cabins, oxygen therapy, etc.)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication: you will liaise with fit-out contractors, designers, specialist consultants and senior stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving skills and technical judgement
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple subcontractors and deliver to tight schedules

Preferred Experience:

• Worked with luxury developers or boutique wellness operators
• Experience working on fit-out projects (rather than pure shell construction)
• Commissioning experience (MEP, hydro-thermal systems)

Why Join Us?

• Up to £80,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus bonus
• Be part of a landmark wellness project in central London, inspired by an internationally renowned concept
• Work with world-class architects, designers and wellness consultants to deliver a truly unique spa environment
• Opportunity for long-term career growth
• A collaborative, high-performance culture with an emphasis on quality, innovation and design excellence

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and (if available) examples of relevant past projects to D.Naylor@alba-ldn.uk