Site Engineer

Company Description

We are a well-established groundwork and civil engineering subcontractor delivering infrastructure, groundworks, and external works packages for leading residential housebuilders across the region. Our projects range from small residential developments to large-scale housing schemes, with a strong focus on safety, quality, programme delivery, and client satisfaction.

We pride ourselves on maintaining strong relationships with housebuilder clients, consultants, and supply chain partners. Our team members are encouraged to take ownership of their work, contribute to continuous improvement, and develop their careers within a supportive and professional environment.

Role Description

This is a full-time, site-based Site Engineer role supporting residential groundwork and infrastructure projects. The Site Engineer will be responsible for the day-to-day engineering requirements on housing developments, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with design drawings, specifications, and programme requirements.

Key responsibilities include setting out roads, sewers, drainage, foundations, plot works, and external works; carrying out site surveys and as-built records; checking levels and dimensions; and monitoring progress on site. The role will involve close coordination with site managers, foremen, subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives to ensure efficient project delivery.

The Site Engineer will support planning and sequencing of works, implement quality assurance procedures, maintain accurate site records, and ensure all activities comply with health, safety, environmental, and company standards. The role also includes identifying and resolving technical issues, managing engineering documentation, and reporting progress, risks, and potential delays to the Project Manager.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience as a Site Engineer within groundworks, civil engineering, or residential infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of groundwork packages including roads and sewers, drainage, foundations, plot works, and external works.
• Experience working with national or regional housebuilders is highly desirable.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Proficient in setting out using GPS and total station equipment.
• Experience producing as-built surveys and maintaining accurate site records.
• Strong quality control and inspection experience, ensuring compliance with client specifications and industry standards.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with site teams, clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline; relevant practical experience will also be considered.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and other site engineering software is advantageous.
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, environmental compliance, and safe working practices.
• Full UK driving licence.