Full time

Site Engineer

RGB Recruitment

Devon, Devon, EX6 6LW

Competitive Salary

Posted: 03 September 2026 (1 week ago)

Closing date: 03 October 2026

Ref: 60817553

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About the Role

A Technical Engineer is required in Devon by a well-regarded main contractor to support several live construction schemes across the Southwest. This full-time position offers a salary between £55,000 and £65,000 per annum, plus an additional package. The role focuses on technical and quality assurance, moving beyond traditional site duties. You will collaborate with project teams, manage temporary works, and ensure compliance with specifications and client demands. Key responsibilities include overseeing quality control and providing engineering guidance throughout the build process. This permanent appointment suits a professional seeking a quality-focused remit within a supportive operational structure.

Site Engineer
Devon
Construction
A well-established and highly regarded main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Site Engineer to support its growing portfolio of live construction schemes across the South West.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to take on a more technical and quality-focused role, providing support across multiple projects and playing a key part in ensuring works are delivered in accordance with design criteria, specifications and client requirements.
The successful candidate will work closely with project and operational teams, providing technical engineering support, managing temporary works, overseeing quality assurance and quality control, and ensuring compliance throughout the construction process.
While this isn't a traditional setting-out focused role, the contractor is looking for someone who is comfortable with the practical engineering aspects of site delivery, including checking levels and lines, and who can bring broader engineering knowledge, technical judgement and quality experience to the business.
Projects are typically delivered across sectors including Education, Healthcare, Industrial, Commercial and Leisure, with values generally up to £20m. Experience working on complex infrastructure schemes, including projects involving live services, would be highly relevant.
The role will involve:

Providing technical engineering support across live construction schemes.
Managing and coordinating temporary works requirements.
Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with design criteria, specifications and client requirements.
Carrying out quality assurance and quality control checks.
Managing ITPs, inspections, testing and quality documentation.
Identifying and managing non-conformances.
Supporting subcontractors and site teams with technical issues.
Working closely with designers to resolve technical queries.
Supporting wider project and pre-construction activities where required.

We are looking for:

Previous experience working on complex construction or infrastructure projects, where technical compliance, quality and engineering judgement are essential.
Experience with temporary works, quality assurance and technical compliance.
The ability to accurately check levels, lines, dimensions and positions on site in accordance with drawings and specifications.
Experience using relevant surveying and setting-out equipment.
The ability to interpret technical drawings and translate design information into practical site requirements.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with site teams, subcontractors, designers and other project stakeholders.
SMSTS, CSCS and relevant construction-related qualifications are desirable.
A full UK driving licence.

Should you wish to know more about this unique opportunity, please call RGB Recruitment Exeter and ask for Nicky Harris.

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