Jul 23, 2026

Site Engineer

Job Description

Site Engineer About the role We are looking for an experienced Site Engineer to join our team on a major, high-profile infrastructure scheme. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a complex civil engineering project comprising large-scale earthworks, highways, drainage, and structural works. Working as part of a collaborative delivery team, you will be responsible for ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality. Site Engineer Key Responsibilities * Setting out works in accordance with design drawings and specifications. * Managing engineering control and surveying activities across multiple work fronts. * Carrying out as-built surveys and maintaining accurate site records. * Producing and maintaining quality assurance documentation, including ITPs, check sheets, and inspection records. * Reviewing drawings, technical specifications, and construction information to ensure accurate delivery. * Raising and managing technical queries (TQs/RFIs) with the design team. * Coordinating subcontractors and ensuring works are completed in line with programme requirements. * Monitoring progress and reporting engineering updates to the Site Agent and Project Manager. * Supporting the planning and sequencing of construction activities. * Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. * Assisting with temporary works implementation and coordination where required. Site Engineer Key Experience The successful candidate will demonstrate experience in several of the following areas: * Previous experience as a Site Engineer on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects. * Setting out using Leica or Trimble GPS, total stations, and digital surveying equipment. * Delivery of large-scale earthworks, including cut and fill operations, bulk excavation, embankment construction, and ground modelling. * Highways construction, including pavement layers, kerbing, drainage, road alignments, and associated infrastructure. * Reinforced concrete and structural works, including foundations, retaining walls, culverts, bridge structures, headwalls, and reinforced concrete bases. * Drainage installation, including foul, surface water, attenuation, and utility diversions. * Quality assurance processes, including inspection and test plans (ITPs), material compliance, and handover documentation. * Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and digital design models. * Managing subcontractors and coordinating engineering activities across multiple disciplines. * Experience working to demanding construction programmes while maintaining quality and safety standards. * Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements on large infrastructure projects. * Experience working under NEC contracts (desirable). Qualifications * Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. * Valid CSCS Card. * Full UK Driving Licence. To apply Please up load your updated CV to apply for the Site Engineer position

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