45 site engineer jobs found in Bridgwater

We are currently seeking an experienced Setting Out Engineer to join a long-term fast-track project involving groundworks and RC frame across 3 blocks (4 storeys) in Wales This is a stable, long-running project offering consistent work with potential weekend overtime. Project Overview RC frame and groundworks package 3 blocks (4 storeys) Fast-track construction programme 1 engineers required on site Hours 7:30am – 5:30pm (standard working hours) Requirements Minimum 5+ years independent setting out experience Proven experience on large-scale, fast-track developments Strong background in RC frame and groundworks projects Proficient in CAD software Must have own laptop with relevant software capability Able to work autonomously and take responsibility for setting out duties Reliable and able to commit to a long-term project Duties Setting out for RC frames, drainage, and groundworks packages Interpreting drawings and coordinating with site teams Ensuring accuracy and compliance with...

Randstad are recruiting for a PTS Site/ Setting Out Engineer for work on Major Rail Framework based in Bristol / Swindon for work with a global Tier 1 main contractor. This is a contract position for a minimum term of 6 Months paid CIS. The role will involve setting out and site documentation for geotechnical and drainage upgrade packages on existing Network Rail Assets across Bristol and Swindon region. Valid driving license and vehicle are required due to the remote nature of site locations. IRATA Level 1 Rope Access Certification highly desirable Scope of work includes: Setting out Devegation & Clearance Topographic Surveys Drainage Surveys River bed, Embankment and Water Surveys Ground investigation Surveys Ecology Surveys Site Documentation and QA/QC Qualifications/Tickets: PTS, CSCS Degree in Civil Engineering or HNC/ HND Equivalent Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against...

Our client, specialising in the rail sector, is currently seeking a PTS Site Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This role revolves around the Bristol to Swindon area, focusing on supporting the delivery of geotechnical and off-track drainage works as part of a major long-term programme with Network Rail. Key Responsibilities: Manage and supervise geotechnical and off-track drainage works in alignment with CP7 Geotechnical and Drainage framework with Network Rail Conduct site engineering tasks ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards Collaborate with project teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope Conduct risk assessments and implement appropriate mitigation strategies Prepare and maintain documentation and records accurately Communicate effectively with stakeholders and team members Job Requirements: Experience in site engineering within the rail sector Hold a valid Personal Track Safety (PTS) certification Hold a valid CSCS...

Our client is currently seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support a groundworks package on a freelance/ad hoc basis. The successful candidate will be required to provide their own surveying equipment and software and must be confident working independently to establish and maintain site controls throughout the duration of the project. Key Requirements: * Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Site Engineering role, with strong groundworks knowledge * Must possess own: * Survey equipment/kit * Laptop * AutoCAD software * Valid CSCS Card * Ability to work on a self-managed and proactive basis * Excellent setting out and site control experience Role Responsibilities: * Establish initial site control and setting out * Carry out ongoing engineering support as required * Attend site on an ad hoc basis, typically 1–2 days per week following initial setup * Liaise effectively with site management and subcontractors to ensure works are...

The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer to join a well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor with a strong reputation for delivering major infrastructure, commercial, industrial, residential, and reinforced concrete frame projects across the UK. The company is known for delivering complex groundworks and structural packages for some of the country's leading developers and contractors, with a focus on quality, safety, and technical excellence. This opportunity is based on a major £30 million groundworks and RC frame package in Bristol and offers long-term work for the successful candidate. The Role As Site Engineer, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of the project, taking responsibility for setting out, surveying, quality assurance, and technical support across both the groundworks and structural frame elements. You will work closely with site management, subcontractors, and project teams to ensure works are...

Site Engineer – CP7 Geotechnical & Drainage Framework (Rail) Location: Near Bristol (Wales & Western Region) Sector: Rail / Civil Engineering / Geotechnical / Drainage Job Type: Full-time / Long-term Framework Role Overview An experienced Site Engineer is required to support the delivery of geotechnical and off-track drainage works as part of a major CP7 rail framework across the Wales & Western region. This is a long-term infrastructure programme offering the opportunity to work on critical rail projects near Bristol. The successful candidate will play a key role in site delivery, setting out, quality assurance, health & safety compliance, and coordination of site operations to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to specification. Key Responsibilities * Carry out accurate setting out using GPS, laser levels, and total stations * Interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and project requirements * Support...

Approach Personnel require a Site Engineer in Dorchester for an immediate start. Requirements for this position are: * Valid CSCS Card * Valid SMSTS * Valid First Aid at Work * Full PPE & Own Kit * References upon request For further information, please apply now using your CV

The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer to join a major long-term infrastructure and water-related project at Blackheath WRC. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a significant civils scheme with a strong pipeline of ongoing works and long-term project continuity. The project involves extensive infrastructure, drainage, groundworks, and associated civils packages within a busy live construction environment. The Role As Site Engineer, you will be responsible for all aspects of engineering support, setting out, surveying, QA, and technical coordination across the project. You will work closely with site management teams, subcontractors, and operational staff to ensure works are delivered safely, accurately, and in line with programme requirements. This role would suit someone with a strong civils or infrastructure background who is confident managing engineering duties independently on site. Key Responsibilities Carrying out setting out and...

Your new company A well-respected civil engineering contractor is expanding its site engineering capability on a significant battery storage project in Devon. This business is delivery-led, collaborative, and suits engineers who are practical, organised, and comfortable taking ownership on site. Your new role Working closely with the Project Manager and wider site team, you'll provide day-to-day engineering support across heavy civils packages, with a particular focus on earthworks, setting out, QA coordination and progress reporting. What you'll be doing Engineering & site delivery Setting out and surveying using GPS/Total Station, completing checks and producing accurate records Turning design information, GI data and specifications into buildable outputs, including quantities and phased earthworks information Managing machine control workflow (model handling, setup, calibration and on-site accuracy) Tracking earthworks advancement, measuring outputs and producing clear...

Job Title: Site Agent – Roads and Networks,  Location: Hinckley Point C, Somerset Company: Carmichael Recruitment Industry: Construction, Infrastructure About Carmichael Recruitment: Carmichael Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency supporting the construction and infrastructure sectors. We are known for delivering top-tier professionals for high-profile projects and are proud to play a key role in shaping the future of the UK’s infrastructure. Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled Site Agent with experience in roads, networks, highways, and drainage for an exciting role at Hinckley Point C, one of the UK’s most significant and complex nuclear projects. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers with a background in civil infrastructure to work on a cutting-edge, large-scale development. As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations on site, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with engineering standards for...

ROLE TITLE Offshore Agent - Major Projects - Infrastructure Reporting to: Package Manager Location: Bristol Offshore and offsite periodically to support the works. ROLE PURPOSE To lead and control package(s) of works based on specific experience. Management of a team of engineers (Section Engineer and below) and supply chain partner associated with the specific discipline.Organisational: Manages a team of Section Engineers, Site Engineers, Offshore Client Representatives and Supply Chain partnersHealth Safety & Environmental Approves and reviews Method Statements and Risk Assessments and makes improvements as appropriate Able to coordinate an Accident / Incident Investigation Carries out trend analysis and identifies improvement areas from audits and near misses Oversees vessel/site audits and confirms the sufficiency of control documentationEngineering Control Guides & coaches subordinates in technical requirements associated with offshore installation work scope...

Location: Bristol / South West Rate: £350–£400 per shift (CIS) Contract: Ongoing freelance with option to go permanent after 3–6 months The Opportunity A leading regional civil engineering contractor is expanding its in-house clean water design capability and is seeking a Design Engineer to support a long-term programme on the Bristol Water Framework. This is a strategic, long-term appointment as the business transitions from outsourcing the majority of design to building a strong internal technical function. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping internal design capability and will be part of a significant growth phase within the organisation. The position will start as a freelance contract, with a clear pathway to a permanent role after 3–6 months, (not essential – freelance is fine long term) Key Responsibilities * Produce and review designs for clean water infrastructure projects, including: * Water mains and pipeline networks * Pumping...

Site Manager Civil Engineering Somerset Run Resourcing Ltd is currently looking to recruit a Site Manager on behalf of a Tier one contractor to manage a road improvement project. This scheme involves concrete works to support structures, new road construction, service diversions and improvements to footpaths. Suitable candidates will be required to hold current qualifications/training to include SMSTS, CSCS and first aid as minimum and be fully computer literate. Duties include * Reviewing Risk assessments and method statements of sub-contractors work * Logging daily site paper work electronically * Planning and coordination of the phases works * Supporting site engineers to ensure they have required information * Ensure quality and safety is adhered too For further information please send an updated cv or contact Danny Mayhew to discuss in more detail. Run Resourcing Ltd acts solely as a recruitment intermediary and does not guarantee the accuracy,...

RTL Group are currently looking for an experienced Structures Foreman to join a major highways and infrastructure project in the Exeter region, working with a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor. The successful candidate will have strong experience delivering bridge structures, reinforced concrete works, and box culvert packages on large-scale civil engineering projects. Key Responsibilities: * Supervising direct labour and subcontractors on site * Managing daily site activities and short-term programming * Ensuring works are delivered safely and to specification * Coordinating plant, labour and materials * Working closely with Site Engineers and Site Management teams * Maintaining high HSEQ standards throughout delivery Project Scope Includes: * Bridge Construction * Reinforced Concrete Structures * Box Culverts * Earthworks * Drainage & Infrastructure * Highways Schemes Requirements: * Proven experience working as a Foreman /...

Role: Field Engineer - NDT Welding Inspector Position: Contract Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Duration: Ongoing Contract Day Rate: Up to £350 p/d PAYE + 36 days annual leave // Up to £475.72 p/d Umbrella Play Your Part in Building the Future of UK Energy Hinkley Point C is one of the largest and most complex infrastructure projects in Europe - a multi-billion-pound nuclear new build that will power six million homes for decades to come. We are recruiting experienced NDT Welding Inspectors / Field Engineers to join the Quality Surveillance team on site in Somerset. If you have worked on large-scale infrastructure - Water & Wastewater, Energy from Waste, Biomass, Pharmaceutical, Petrochemical, Chemical, Oil & Gas, Nuclear or major Industrial Construction - and you understand welding from a metallurgy, NDT and standards perspective, this is your opportunity to apply that expertise on a truly safety-critical project. This is not just inspection. This is...

Project Engineer – Civils (Freelance) Title: Freelance Project Engineer – Civils / Infrastructure Advert: Project Engineer required for a large-scale civils project. This role will support delivery across key packages, working closely with the PM and site teams. Key Responsibilities: * Supporting planning and delivery of works * Managing technical queries and documentation * Assisting with programme coordination * Liaising with site teams and subcontractors Requirements: * Background in civils engineering projects * Site-based experience essential * Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering Details: * Freelance role * Immediate start * Competitive rates

Test Engineer (Electromechanical) Location: Clevedon Contract: Ongoing This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of a recruitment agency working in partnership with a global manufacturer of specialist equipment for the semiconductor and electronics sector. Due to a sustained increase in orders driven by advanced technology and a strong market position, the business is expanding and investing heavily in its site. This growth is creating long-term contract opportunities for skilled engineers. Salary & Shifts (PAYE) Early Shift: £21.98 – £25.01 per hour Monday to Thursday 06:00 – 14:15 Friday 06:00 – 11:30 Late Shift: £23.89 – £25.17 per hour Monday to Wednesday 14:30 – 00:30 Thursday 14:30 – 00:00 No Fridays Additional Options: Fixed early, late or day shifts available Overtime: 1.75x weekday overtime 2.0x weekend overtime Contractor Benefits Annual pay reviews Contractor incentive schemes Annual bonus schemes 25 days holiday plus bank holidays On-site showers and cycle storage...

Chemical Plant Decommissioning Programme * Role: Mechanical Maintenance Planner/Decommissioning Planner * Location: Barry, South Wales * Duration: Initial 12-month contract with long-term continuation expected through to 2028/2029 * Payment: Can be paid monthly like salary OR hourly * Rate: £28.85 - £31.25 per hour (equivalent to £60,000 - £65,000 per annum based on a 40-hour week) - Negotiable depending on exprience * Hours: 40 hours per week + overtime available * Start Date: ASAP Overview Ceto Talent are supporting a major industrial organisation on a large-scale chemical plant decommissioning programme in South Wales. The facility, operating within a high-hazard COMAH environment, is undergoing a phased decommissioning programme following closure announcements made last year. The project is expected to continue through to at least 2028/2029, offering long-term opportunities for experienced planning professionals. We are seeking a Decommissioning Planner to develop...

Test & Validation Engineer Cardiff (site-based) 6 months initially (with strong likelihood of extension beyond 12 months) Role Overview An opportunity has arisen for a practical, hands-on Test & Validation Engineer to contribute to the verification and validation of a newly developed combined hardware and software solution. You will operate as part of a small, dedicated team tasked with building and delivering comprehensive quality assurance activities across the full product lifecycle. The role focuses on a top-down, user-centric testing approach, blending exploratory testing, full-system validation, and some level of automation to uncover issues that may occur in real-world usage before release. Core Responsibilities Carry out full system-level testing covering hardware components, software, and user interaction points Detect, document, and monitor defects and usability concerns from an end-user perspective Create, maintain, and execute test documentation,...

Traffic Engineer Bristol | £32.00 per hour Umbrella A Local Authority is seeking an experienced Traffic Engineer to support the delivery of a wide range of traffic and highway improvement schemes across South Gloucestershire. This is an excellent opportunity to work on varied projects including pedestrian and cycle route improvements, traffic calming measures, speed limit reviews, pedestrian crossings, and waiting restriction schemes. You will be responsible for managing scheme delivery from initial concept through to construction completion. Key Responsibilities: Design and supervise traffic engineering schemes from conception to implementation Liaise with in-house teams on elements such as street lighting, structures and traffic signals Prepare construction information and Health & Safety documentation in accordance with CDM Regulations Monitor project budgets and programme delivery Carry out public consultations and engage with residents, councillors and parish councils...