19 site engineer jobs found in Plymouth

Carmichael UK are seeking a competent Site Engineer to join a major project in Plymouth on a long term basis.  Due to the site being a high Security base, additional security checks will need to be made – BPSS level of security clearance is required. These checks can take up to 4-6 weeks to process. Only candidates holding EU, NATO, 5 Eyes, or MISWG member passports and have been a UK residence for the last 5 years can be considered for this role. As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for the following:  Manage in the preparation of ‘as-built drawings’. Establishing effective systems to record work completed updating the Project Quality Plan accordingly. To manage in managing systems to enable the progress of work to be reviewed against time, quality, dimensions and quantity. Assist in the recording and testing of workmanship and materials, i.e., drainage, concrete, piling, brickwork etc. Provides engineering support to ensure technical problems are overcome and...

Site Engineer (Setting Out) – Major Civil Engineering Project Location: Plymouth Contract: Long-term / Freelance (Inside IR35) or Permanent Security Clearance: Required – applicants must be UK Nationals Overview Carmichael UK has a fantastic opportunity for Site Engineers with strong setting-out experience to join a long-term civil engineering project in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-established delivery team on a variety of civil engineering works, playing a key role in the accurate and safe delivery of site activities. The role covers both self-delivered and subcontracted works. The Role As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for day-to-day engineering activities on site, with a strong emphasis on setting out and dimensional control. You will support and mentor junior engineers where required and provide technical input across multiple areas of delivery. You will contribute to: RAMS Temporary Works briefs ITPs Weekly progress...

Contract Type: 16-month fixed term Working Hours: 07:30 - 17:00, Monday to Friday Rate: £(Apply online only)/day Umbrella rate, dependent on experience Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Site Engineer to join a dynamic project team on a 16-month contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting out, producing as-built drawings, quality assurance, reviewing design drawings, and supervising site works to ensure compliance with design and quality assurance processes. This role requires strong attention to detail and experience in highways and structural engineering. The Site Engineer will work closely with the project team to ensure that all site activities are delivered safely, on time, and to the required standards. Key Responsibilities Perform setting out and produce accurate as-built documentation Review and interpret design drawings and specifications Supervise site works to ensure compliance with design and QA processes...

Abatec is recruiting for a freelance Site Engineer to join one of Southwest’s biggest Civil Engineering projects. This is an opportunity to join an award-winning tier-one contractor that has secured an exciting, challenging, and ongoing project in Plymouth, Devon. The successful candidate will have previously worked in a similar position on major projects. As Site Engineer you will: * Have a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in setting out on civil engineering schemes. * Use a robotic total station to provide levelling and survey the site * Check drawings and quantities, ensuring the accuracy of calculations. * Assist in the preparation of ‘as-built drawings’ * Comply with the site-specific health and safety protocols to ensure any health and safety concerns are identified and reported as necessary. Our client requires a Site Engineer with: * Experience with Leica Survey equipment (GPS, Total Station, Optical, and digital levels). * Valid CSCS and experience...

BCS Connect are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Site Engineer on behalf of our client based in Plymouth. This is an excellent long-term opportunity for a skilled engineer with highways and structures experience to join a well-established project team. Role & Responsibilities: * Setting out works in accordance with design drawings * Producing and managing as-built records * Ensuring quality assurance procedures are followed * Reviewing drawings and identifying discrepancies * Supervising works in line with design specifications and QA processes Requirements: * Valid CSCS card * Setting Out qualification * SSSTS (desirable) * Temporary Works Supervisor (desirable) Essential Skills & Experience: * Strong attention to detail * Proven highways experience * Structures experience * Ability to work independently and maintain high QA standards For more...

Lead Engineer Major Infrastructure Project | Britain’s Ocean City The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Lead Engineer to oversee the engineering delivery on a flagship civil engineering project in Britain’s Ocean City. This is a high-profile opportunity to take technical ownership of engineering works across a nationally significant infrastructure scheme, ensuring the highest standards of quality, compliance and engineering excellence are achieved. If you’re an experienced engineer who enjoys reviewing work, mentoring teams and ensuring engineering standards are maintained across complex projects, this role offers a unique opportunity to step into a technical leadership position. The Client & Project Our client is a highly respected civil engineering contractor with an excellent reputation across the marine, water, environmental infrastructure and energy sectors. Known for delivering technically challenging projects to the highest standards, they work with...

Senior Engineer – Major Infrastructure Project - Britain’s Ocean City Serious project. Serious responsibility. We’re looking for a Senior Engineer to take ownership of a major section of works on a flagship civil engineering scheme in Britain’s Ocean City. This isn’t a role where you’ll be buried in paperwork or stuck in the background. You’ll be right at the heart of delivery — leading engineers, driving progress and solving technical challenges on a nationally significant infrastructure project. If you’re the kind of engineer who enjoys running your own section and being trusted to get on with it, this is the sort of project that builds reputations. The Contractor Our client is a highly respected civil engineering contractor delivering complex projects across the marine, infrastructure, water and energy sectors. They’re trusted by major public and private sector clients to deliver technically demanding schemes — and they consistently win repeat work because they deliver...

Section Engineer – Major Civil Engineering Project Location: Plymouth Contract: Long-term / Freelance (Inside IR35) or Permanent (depending on preference) Security Clearance: Required – applicants must be UK Nationals Overview Carmichael UK has an exciting opportunity for experienced Section Engineers to join the delivery team on a prestigious long-term civil engineering project in Plymouth. You will take responsibility for all engineering activities within your section of works, leading and mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately, and in line with quality and programme requirements. The role covers both self-delivered and subcontracted works. The Role As a Section Engineer, your responsibilities will include: Full responsibility for engineering delivery within your section of works Managing and mentoring engineers under your control Providing technical input into: RAMS Temporary Works briefs ITPs Weekly progress and planning...

Abatec is recruiting for a Sub Agent to join one of Southwest’s biggest Civil Engineering projects. This is an opportunity to join an award-winning tier-one contractor that has secured an exciting, challenging, and ongoing project in Plymouth, Devon. The successful candidate will have previously worked in a similar position on major projects and will be required to manage the technical compliance of the project to the design specification to fulfil the assigned project safely, on time, and to the required quality. As Sub Agent you will: * Produce RAMS and ITP’s * Act as a point of contact on site * Ensure all quality documentation is completed to company standards * Manage the Site Engineers, resolving any technical queries, liaising with the main contractor representatives. * Have previous experience of working in the water sector. Our client requires a Sub Agent with: * HNC/Degree or in Civil Engineering or equivalent. * Experience of working in a similar...

Abatec is recruiting for a Sub Agent to join one of Southwest’s biggest Civil Engineering projects. This is an opportunity to join an award-winning tier-one contractor that has secured an exciting, challenging, and ongoing project in Plymouth, Devon. The successful candidate will have previously worked in a similar position on major projects and will be required to manage the technical compliance of the project to the design specification to fulfil the assigned project safely, on time, and to the required quality. As Sub Agent you will: * Produce RAMS and ITP’s * Act as a point of contact on site * Ensure all quality documentation is completed to company standards * Manage the Site Engineers, resolving any technical queries, liaising with the main contractor representatives. * Have previous experience of working in the water sector. Our client requires a Sub Agent with: * HNC/Degree or in Civil Engineering or equivalent. * Experience of working in a similar...

Location: PL7 (Plymouth Area) Start Date: Late March Duration: 18 Months Rate: £19 per hour (CIS) About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced CS13 Roller Operator with GPS experience for a long-term project based in the PL7 area of Plymouth. This is a great opportunity to join a well-organised site with an 18-month programme of work. Key Responsibilities Operating a CS13 Roller with GPS machine control safely and efficiently Carrying out compaction works in line with site specifications and GPS guidance Working closely with groundworkers, plant operators, and site engineers Completing daily machine checks and reporting any faults or maintenance issues Following all site health and safety procedures Requirements Proven experience operating CS13 rollers or similar compaction equipment Experience using GPS machine control systems Valid CPCS or NPORS Ride-on Roller ticket Previous experience on earthworks or large construction projects Good understanding of site...

Location: PL7 (Plymouth Area) Start Date: Late March Duration: 18 Months Rate: £25 per hour (CIS) About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced D6 Dozer Operator with GPS experience for a long-term project based in the PL7 area of Plymouth. This role offers stable work on a major site with an 18-month programme. Key Responsibilities Operating a D6 Dozer with GPS machine control safely and efficiently Carrying out grading and earthworks to specification using GPS systems Working closely with site engineers and groundworks teams Conducting daily machine inspections and reporting faults or maintenance needs Ensuring all work is carried out in line with site health and safety requirements Requirements Proven experience operating D6 Dozers Experience using GPS machine control systems Valid CPCS or NPORS Dozer Operator ticket Previous experience on earthworks, construction, or infrastructure projects Good understanding of site safety procedures Reliable and...

Thorn Baker are seeking an experienced Heavy Plant Maintenance Engineer to support ongoing development and operational restart activities at  Drakelands, Plympton, Devon. This is an exciting opportunity to join a major industrial project undergoing significant redevelopment, working alongside specialist engineering contractors and site teams Location:  Drakelands, Plympton, Devon Contract Type: Ongoing Rate: Competitive Daily Rate (Dependent on Experience). Key Responsibilities Carry out onsite maintenance and servicing of fixed plant machinery Diagnose and perform breakdown repairs efficiently to minimise downtime Support the commissioning of new equipment and plant installations Implement and contribute to maintenance strategies to enhance plant reliability and performance Collaborate with engineering partners and contractors delivering specialist solutions Experience & Skills Required Strong, time-served experience in heavy industry Background in crushing,...

Electrical Design Engineer (control panels) £c40-50 /hr ltd rate South of the UK hants/ dorset – CONTRACT ABJ6492 Salary dependent on experience but c£40-50hr ltd rate (outside IR35) April start – 3-4 months with view to extension Location: South East – Onsite An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer of control panels to join a well-established specialist engineering services company delivering bespoke control and automation solutions to industrial ‘process’ clients across the UK. This role will suit a practical and self-sufficient electrical design engineer who enjoys working on complete panel designs from concept through to manufacture. The company operates in a highly collaborative environment and is known for delivering technically robust solutions on complex projects. The position is primarily office-based, with occasional visits to customer sites across the UK. A driving licence and access to a vehicle are required. Key...

Controls Project Systems Engineer (PLC) £c40/hr ltd rate South East ABJ7685 Salary dependent on experience but c£35-£45/ hr ltd rate (outside IR35) Start Jan 2026 - 3m with view to extension ONSITE A new position for an experienced Controls Project Systems Engineer (PLC exp) is urgently required for a leading engineering services company to for new upcoming projects. As controls engineer you will be carrying out programming of Siemens S7-1500 PLCs using TIA Portal. As controls engineer experience you will be programming of WinCC SCADA systems - interfacing with multiple S7-1500 PLCs. - Failsafe programming would be desirable. As control engineer you will have the ability to be technical lead for a control panel and review electrical drawings, panel assembly. As control project engineer you will also have the ability to generate documentation such as test plans, Installation / commissioning & Operation / Maintenance Documentation. Mainly office based apart from when you go...

Murray McIntosh are seeking a Systems Engineer to work for a key client on an initial 6 month contract as detailed below: Responsibilities and skills: Proven experience working as a systems engineer Familiarity with DOORS NG/DOORS Experience of MBSE, enterprise architecture & SysML advantageous Full systems development lifecycle experience Requirements capture & management experience through to V&V and delivery Experience of electronics or sonar advantageous but not essential Marine/Defence experience advantageousWe are seeking candidates who can commit to 2 - 3 days a week on site but 1 - 2 days can be considered. Those with current SC clearance preferred

A client of ours are looking for two Site Managers for their upcoming ground mount solar farm projects in Yeovil and South Wales respectively. Both these assignments would last 9 months and although the projects won't officially start until April, the client is open to bringing you on sooner to get you settled and meet the team. You MUST have previous experience of working on a ground mount solar farm and have your SMSTS and 3-Day First Aid. Key Responsibilties: Manage all on‑site activity, ensuring safe, efficient working practices Oversee subcontractors, plant, materials, and daily work schedules Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and maintain RAMS compliance Monitor progress, quality, and reporting requirements Liaise with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders Resolve on‑site issues quickly to minimise delaysRequirements: Previous experience of working on a ground mount solar farm in a managerial/supervisory position. SMSTS 3-Day First Aid Right to Work in the...

Panel Wirer (Electrical Panel Wirier) c£22-25 hr / ltd rate (outside IR35) ABJ7684 Salary dependent on experience ONSITE Contract: Feb–Apr 2026 (3m likely extension depending on workload - Possibly an earlier start A new position for an experienced Panel Wireperson (Electrical Panel Wirer / Control Panel Wirer) is urgently required for a leading engineering services company for new upcoming projects. A skilled Panel Wirepersons (panel wirer) will assist with the assembly and wiring of control panels for industrial and infrastructure clients. As panel wirer this would suit individuals experienced in reading and interpreting technical drawings and completing high‑quality panel builds. Key Responsibilities: * Build and wire electrical control panels from mechanical layouts and schematic diagrams. * Use a range of hand tools to assemble components to specification. * Check wiring, routing, and labelling to ensure accuracy and compliance. * Work independently while...

Assistant Site Manager - Solar PV - Solar Farm - Construction - UK - Contract Job Overview: A renewable energy EPC is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to support the on-site delivery of utility-scale Solar PV project. Working closely with the Site Manager and wider construction team, you will assist in coordinating subcontractors, ensuring health and safety compliance, and supporting the day-to-day execution of works on site. Key Responsibilities: * Support the Site Manager in the day-to-day coordination of site activities across civil, mechanical, and electrical work packages. * Assist with monitoring subcontractor performance to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and in line with quality standards. * Help implement and maintain site health, safety, and environmental procedures in accordance with CDM regulations and company policies. * Conduct site walkdowns and support the preparation of daily progress reports. * Assist with toolbox talks,...