Site Engineer

Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Site Engineer to join a major infrastructure project involving the delivery of complex civil engineering and enabling works for a large-scale energy facility. This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer to gain experience on a technically challenging project within the growing energy and infrastructure sector.

Reporting to the Site Agent or Sub-Agent, the Site Engineer will form part of the site management team, taking responsibility for technical compliance, setting out, quality and engineering support. The Site Engineer will work closely with engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and delivery teams to resolve technical issues and ensure works are delivered safely, accurately and in line with project specifications, drawings and programme requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out accurate setting out and surveying using GPS, total stations and levelling equipment.
• Interpret construction drawings, specifications and technical information to support site delivery.
• Provide technical guidance to site teams, subcontractors and other engineers.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure works are delivered in accordance with design and specification.
• Complete quality inspections and maintain accurate records, including ITPs, check sheets and as-built information.
• Assist with technical documentation and construction information.
• Identify technical issues on site and develop practical solutions with the wider project team.
• Liaise with designers, subcontractors and project management to resolve design and construction queries.
• Support the planning and sequencing of works to maintain programme requirements.
• Ensure materials, workmanship and construction methods meet required standards.
• Support health, safety and environmental compliance across the project.
• Work in accordance with RAMS, permits, risk assessments and site procedures.
• Assist with temporary works requirements and coordination where required.
• Maintain clear and accurate engineering records throughout the project.
• Support and mentor junior engineers or trainees where required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Typically 3+ years' experience working as a Site Engineer within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong practical setting-out experience using GPS, total stations and levelling equipment.
• Experience across earthworks, drainage, roads, structures or reinforced concrete.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience with quality assurance, inspections, ITPs and as-built records.
• Good understanding of construction methods, materials and technical standards.
• Experience on major infrastructure, industrial or energy projects would be advantageous.
• CSCS card essential; SSSTS/SMSTS and TWS/TWC qualifications or experience desirable.

Benefits:

• Competitive permanent salary.
• Car allowance or company car.
• Christmas bonus.
• 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Opportunity to work on a major energy infrastructure project with strong long-term career development opportunities.

If you're an experienced Site Engineer looking for a long-term opportunity on a major energy infrastructure project, we'd be keen to hear from you.