Aug 13, 2026

Site Engineer

Job Description

We're looking for an experienced Site Engineer / Site Manager to join a major road widening and highways improvement scheme in the heart of Bath. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role on a high-profile infrastructure project for a well-established civil engineering contractor. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of site activities, ensuring the works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. Depending on your background, the role will suit either a hands-on Site Engineer ready to take on more responsibility or an experienced Site Manager with a strong engineering understanding. Key Responsibilities: * Managing and coordinating daily site operations. * Setting out and overseeing road widening, drainage, kerbing and highways works. * Supervising subcontractors and direct labour. * Ensuring works are completed in line with programme, specifications and quality standards. * Maintaining site records, QA documentation and as-built information. * Carrying out site inspections and ensuring full compliance with health & safety legislation. * Liaising with the client, engineers and project management team. * Identifying and resolving technical and operational issues. Requirements: * Proven experience delivering highways, road widening, earthworks or civil engineering projects. * Strong setting out experience using Total Stations and GPS (for Site Engineer applicants). * Previous site management experience on civil engineering projects (for Site Manager applicants). * Excellent knowledge of health & safety and quality procedures. * Ability to manage programmes, subcontractors and site resources effectively. * CSCS Card essential. * SMSTS preferred (essential for Site Manager applicants). * First Aid at Work desirable. * HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline preferred. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected contractor on a challenging project within Bath city centre, offering long-term work, an excellent day rate and the chance to be part of a successful delivery team

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