47 site engineer jobs found in Birmingham

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer to work on a Section 278 highways works package based in Birmingham. The role is for an initial 6-month contract with a strong likelihood of extension for the right candidate. Scope of works includes: * Section 278 highways works * Drainage, kerbing, surfacing, road construction * Setting out for highways and associated civils works * Quality assurance and as-built records Key responsibilities: * Setting out using GPS/Total Station * Checking line, level and quality of works * Managing and coordinating subcontractors * Completing QA documentation, ITPs and as-built drawings * Liaising with site management, designers and local authority inspectors * Ensuring works are delivered safely and to programme Requirements: * Proven experience as a Site Engineer on highways projects * Strong Section 278 experience is...

My client is a leading RC frame sub-contractor who are currently recruiting a Site Engineer to complete a 12 month scheme. You will be required to manage all the setting out of an RC frame and groundworks package. Site Engineer Responsibilities: * Reporting to and working with the Project Manager and foreman. * Site set up and compliance with health and safety. * Completing all setting out associated to the RC frame and groundworks package. * Raising technical queries on design issues. Site Engineer Requirements: * CSCS card. * Must have previous experience setting out RC frames and groundworks. * Degree in civil engineering/construction or time served in UK on site The Next Steps: To apply for the role as a Site Engineer, click on the apply now button below and submit your CV for further information

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading main contractor specialising in industrial new build projects. Our client is delivering a multi-unit industrial development valued at approximately £10m, based in Tamworth, Staffordshire. With the project already underway, they are now seeking an experienced Lead Senior Site Engineer (freelance position) with a proven background in industrial projects to join the team as soon as possible. Key Duties: * Lead all setting out works across a multi-phase industrial project * Drive QA compliance, inspections, and adherence to specifications * Produce and maintain accurate as-built documentation * Liaise closely with consultants and design teams to resolve technical issues * Manage service avoidance procedures and underground utility coordination * Carry out CAT & Genny surveys (certification preferred) * Issue and control permits to break ground * Coordinate with site teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant...

Job Title: Freelance Site Engineer  Location: Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire Duration: Freelance/Contract (Ongoing Projects) Rate: Competitive, Negotiable Based on Experience About Us: We are working with well-established civil engineering contractor who are looking for a freelance site engineer for a project in Stratford-upon-Avon, specialising in a diverse range of infrastructure projects including roads, drainage, utilities, and commercial developments. Known for delivering high-quality work on time and within budget, we are looking for an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to support our team and ensure the smooth execution of their projects. Job Description: We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Freelance Site Engineer to oversee civil engineering projects in Stratford-upon-Avon area. You’ll be working closley with their senior engineer, setting out and completing other engineering duties. Key Responsibilities: Supervise daily site operations, ensuring...

Work with a leading civil engineering contractor delivering essential water infrastructure upgrades. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team on a flagship water treatment project, supporting the delivery of critical works for a major utilities client. Your new role As a Contract Site Engineer, you will: Set out and survey works, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with project specifications. Support the site management team with technical input and day-to-day problem-solving. Coordinate subcontractors and ensure works are delivered to program and quality standards. Maintain site records, as-built drawings, and inspection/test documentation. Uphold health & safety standards and contribute to a positive site culture. Liaise with clients, designers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.What you'll need to succeed Previous experience as a Site Engineer on water treatment or heavy civils projects. Strong setting out and surveying skills...

About Us: We are an established, multi-disciplinary construction contractor with a long history of delivering high-quality infrastructure, civil engineering and highways services across the South West of England and Wales. Our highways division delivers a wide range of planned and reactive infrastructure, maintenance and improvement works for public sector clients and principal contractors, with a strong focus on safety, quality and reliability. Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Highways Setting Out Engineer to join our highways team. You will be responsible for surveying, setting out and engineering support across multiple live projects, working closely with site teams to ensure precision and accuracy in the delivery of highways, infrastructure and civil engineering works. This role requires regular travel between project locations within the South West. Key Responsibilities: * Interpret and work from engineering drawings and designs to set out road...

My client a Tier 1 contractor is seeking a Site Engineer with structures experience who is looking for a paperwork and supervision-focused role, supporting the delivery of complex reinforced concrete structures on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects. The Role You'll be working closely with Section Engineers and Agents, taking ownership of paperwork and quality documentation while supporting site operations. Key responsibilities include: Assisting with QA documentation and maintaining accurate site records Reviewing drawings and ensuring works are built to specification Preparing and managing Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) Collating as-built surveys and handover documentation Liaising with subcontractors and internal teams to resolve queries Supporting the delivery of RC structures and other structural elements About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous experience as a Site Engineer working on structures (RC frames, bridges,...

A civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to support a major highways project. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fastpaced environment and is confident balancing handson engineering with a strong emphasis on quality assurance. You'll be joining a highperforming team delivering complex works, with the autonomy to take ownership of QA processes while still remaining active on site. Key Responsibilities ·Lead and manage QA documentation, inspections, and compliance checks ·Ensure works meet specification, standards, and client requirements ·Maintain ITPs, check sheets, NCRs, and associated records ·Liaise with the client, subcontractors, and internal teams on quality matters ·Support audits and ensure robust quality processes are followed ·Setting out for highways works ·Conducting surveys, asbuilt records, and site measurements ·Supporting site teams with technical queries ·Ensuring works are delivered safely and...

The OpportunityI am supporting a Tier 1 contractor to recruit a Site / Setting Out Engineer to support a large, multi‑year environmental infrastructure upgrade. The scheme comprises a 20km+ linear pipeline and associated civil engineering works, delivered across multiple work fronts with sensitive ecological constraints and diverse stakeholders.Working closely with the Site Manager and Project Engineer, you will take day‑to‑day responsibility for setting out, quality assurance and technical coordination on site-ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately and to specification. Role OverviewYou'll provide precise setting out for civil and pipeline activities, manage QA records and as‑built information, and act as a key interface between the delivery team, subcontractors and design partners. Key Responsibilities Carry out setting out for earthworks, drainage, structures, chambers, services and pipeline works. Verify dimensions and tolerances; maintain as‑built surveys and...

The OpportunityI am working with a Tier 1 contractor to recruit a Project Engineer to join a large, multi‑year environmental infrastructure upgrade designed to enhance regional water quality and long‑term ecological resilience. Working closely with the Project Manager, you will play a key role in the day‑to‑day engineering coordination of a major linear infrastructure scheme spanning more than 20km.This role is ideal for an engineer with strong site experience who is ready to take responsibility for technical oversight, contractor support and ensuring the smooth delivery of construction activities across multiple locations. Role OverviewAs Project Engineer, you will support the Project Manager in all aspects of planning, engineering coordination and site‑based delivery. You will act as a technical liaison between designers, contractors, landowners and environmental bodies, ensuring works are delivered safely, compliantly and in line with programme expectations. Key...

Electrical Engineer Location: Birmingham (B15) Duration: 9 Feb – May 2026 Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm Pay: £14.36 – £16.92 per hour (PAYE) Role Overview We’re looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the maintenance and operation of a large NHS estate. The role involves managing electrical services, ensuring statutory compliance, and supporting engineering teams across site. Key Responsibilities • Planned and reactive electrical maintenance • Ensure compliance with health & safety and statutory regulations • Support and manage site engineering activities • Use CAFM systems to manage works and performance • Liaise with key stakeholders within the NHS estate Requirements • Fully qualified Electrician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) • 18th Edition • Testing & Inspection experience (C&G 2394 / 2395 or equivalent) • Experience within healthcare or facilities management preferred

Section Engineer Location: Brackley Salary: £450 - £500 per day Summary We are seeking a skilled Section Engineer with strong Earthworks experience to join our team delivering civil engineering works on an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Based in the Brackley area, you will report to the Sub Agent and supervise the site engineering team from construction through to project close out. Your role will include assisting with temporary works design schemes, allocating labour, plant, and materials in collaboration with the Sub Agent and Section Foreman to ensure works are completed to the required standards, programme, and budget. You will manage the site setting-out team and oversee the performance and development of Site Engineers. Identifying and resolving technical issues on site in liaison with the Sub Agent will be a key responsibility. Additionally, you will monitor and coordinate subcontractors to ensure...

Description (Remote Working) A specialist independent building services consultancy, has, due to planned expansion and a full workload, an immediate requirement for a Principal Electrical Design Engineer for a 3 - 6 month contract in the West Midlands. They work in a wide variety of project sectors including, commercial, residential, educational and industrial work. As an Electrical Design Engineer you would be expected to provide effective designs, prepare feasibility reports, specifications, provide site supervision and management of electrical services installations, following health and safety, QA and environmental policies and procedures. Your should be qualified to a minimum of HND level and have a minimum of 10 years' UK building services design experience. You should have a demonstrable UK building services background. Your responsibilities would include: * Design calculations using industry leading software (i.e. Hevacomp). * Assisting in preparing reports such as...

Gas Engineer Location: Birmingham Rate: Up to £25ph (Personal CIS) Hours: 40 hours per week Contract: Ongoing Immediate Start Nelson Permanent Placements are currently recruiting for a Gas Engineer to start on-site with our client who are a leading Construction and Social Housing Services Contractor. Our client are looking for a Gas Engineer you will be carrying out cooker point alterations and radiator relocations. You will be given a van & fuel card. Overtime & call outs available. Gas Engineer Requirements: · GAS Safe Registration · CCN1, CEN1 current gas accreditations * 2-3 years' experience as a Gas Engineer (within Domestic/Social Housing settings). * A clean driving licence. * Your own Hi Vis Vest, Hard Hat and Safety Boots. How to Apply: Please send your CV to the email address detailed below. Should you wish to discuss other opportunities in your area, you are welcome to contact our friendly recruitment team. This vacancy is being advertised...

Fabric Engineer – Temporary Cover (Single Site) Solihull £16.00 per hour (PAYE) Temporary Assignment We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Fabric Engineer to provide temporary cover on a single-site location in Solihull. This role is ideal for a hands-on fabric or maintenance engineer with strong experience in planned preventative maintenance (PPM) within a commercial or facilities environment. Key Responsibilities: Carrying out PPM fabric maintenance tasks across the site Emergency lighting checks and basic compliance testing Tap temperature checks in line with H&S and legionella controls Minor fabric repairs (e.g. doors, fixtures, fittings, general upkeep) Reporting defects and completing maintenance records accurately Ensuring all work is carried out safely and to site standards Requirements: Previous experience in a Fabric Engineer / Maintenance Assistant / Facilities role Good working knowledge of PPM schedules...

Facilities Maintenance Engineer Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance Engineer to join our client in Coleshill. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and ensuring the safe operation of electrical systems, and ancillary equipment across the facility. This role is critical to supporting production and site operations by minimizing downtime and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Key Responsibilities: * Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on electrical systems, plumbing networks, and ancillary equipment. * Diagnose and repair faults on electrical circuits, control panels, pumps, valves, and other facility infrastructure. * Maintain plumbing systems including water supply, drainage, and heating systems. * Support HVAC, compressed air, and other site utilities as required. * Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and company safety standards. * Maintain accurate...

Are you ready to take on a challenging role with real impact in the healthcare sector? A leading company in the medical technology industry is seeking a Medical Device Engineer for a six-month contract in Coventry. This is an opportunity to showcase your skills and expertise while supporting vital healthcare services. The Role As the Medical Device Engineer, you’ll: - Undertake planned preventative maintenance, servicing, and calibration of medical devices. - Respond to reactive call-outs, diagnosing and resolving mechanical and system faults. - Install, commission, and validate new equipment on site. - Provide on-site technical support and basic operational training to users. - Plan and manage your weekly service schedule, liaising directly with customers. You To be successful in the role of Medical Device Engineer, you’ll bring: - Demonstrable experience in a field-based service engineering role. - Strong mechanical engineering background (essential). - Good IT...

Overview Process Engineer – Coventry / West Midlands Are you a detail-oriented Process Engineer eager to advance your career within a leading logistics company in the West Midlands? This role offers the perfect balance of independent work and collaborative teamwork across multicultural sites. You’ll lead engineering solutions and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise in process optimisation and project management will be highly valued. Why you’ll love working here: * Competitive salary of £47,000 pro rata with a fixed term 6-month contract * Collaborative culture where your communication and problem-solving skills will shine * Work with industry-leading tools including AutoCAD for 2D and 3D design * Play a key role in process innovation and supply chain optimisation Key responsibilities include: * Lead or support in the development of concepts for use in formal customer proposals including, but not...

Machine Shop Operative – Motorcycle Manufacturer Location: Hinckley, Leicestershire Start Dates: July and August 2025 Pay: £15.27 – £19.09 per hour (depending on shift) We are currently recruiting on behalf of a prestigious motorcycle manufacturer based in Hinckley. This is an exciting opportunity to join a world-renowned company working within their machine shop on a rotating shift pattern. Shift Pattern (rotating weekly): * 5:45am – 2:00pm (Monday to Friday) * 1:45pm – 10:00pm (Monday to Friday) * 9:45pm – 6:00am (Monday to Thursday) Key Responsibilities: * Operating a variety of machinery, including CNC machines, grinders, polishers, and balancing tools * Handling and preparing machined components used in motorcycle manufacturing * Using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, plug gauges, and thread gauges * Completing data collection sheets accurately and escalating quality issues to the Production Engineer as...

Human Factors Engineer – Physical Controls Gaydon, Warwickshire (2–3 days on-site per week) 12-month contract Rate: Negotiable (DOE)  An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Human Factors Engineer to support the development of physical user controls within a leading automotive engineering environment. This role focuses on ensuring that human factors, ergonomics and usability principles are embedded throughout the development of physical user interfaces, working closely with engineering, UX and product teams. Key Responsibilities:  Support the development, cascading and ownership of Human Factors requirements for physical user controls Analyse quality and usage data to support requirement development and issue resolution Provide Human Factors input into the development of new physical user interfaces Support the timely completion of Human Factors assessments (e.g. human error, workload) Complete requirement testing, reporting and documentation Support issue resolution through...