Airport Site Engineer — Setting Out, Safety & QA

Farrans; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Farrans is seeking a highly motivated Site Engineer to join our project delivery team on a major airport project in the UK. The role involves setting out, quality control, health & safety compliance, and supervision of subcontractor works in a live airport environment.

You will carry out precise setting out and survey work using GPS, Total Station and levelling equipment, maintain records, ensure designs are met, and promote a strong safety culture across site teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Site Engineering on civil or infrastructure projects (airside experience an advantage).
• Strong understanding of construction methodology, technical standards, and quality control.
• Experience working within regulated, secure environments such as airports.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in survey equipment (GPS, Total Station, AutoCAD).
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental practices.
• Experience with airfield works, terminal upgrades, or runway/taxiway construction.
• Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, Total Station, Trimble, and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Carry out precise setting out and dimensional control using GPS, Total Station, and levelling equipment.
• Maintain accurate survey records and as-built information.
• Ensure works are delivered to design specifications and tolerances.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture across site teams and subcontractors.
• Supervise daily activities of subcontractors to ensure works are carried out safely, on time, and to specification.
• Review method statements, risk assessments, and ensure adherence.
• Monitor productivity and quality of workmanship.
• Check materials, workmanship, and completed works for compliance with drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Maintain site records including daily diaries, ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans), and progress reports.
• Assist in preparation of handover documentation.
• Liaise with design teams, airport stakeholders, and internal management to resolve technical queries.
• Support site management with planning of resources and sequencing of works.
• Ensure timely reporting of progress, issues, and risks.

Skills

Setting out

Surveying

Health & safety

Communication

Documentation

Education

Degree / HNC in Civil Engineering

CSCS / Safe Pass or equivalent

First Aid / Manual Handling certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Total Station

GPS

Trimble

Microsoft Project

Job description

Farrans is seeking a highly motivated Site Engineer to join our project delivery team on a major airport project in the UK. The role involves setting out, quality control, health & safety compliance, and supervision of subcontractor works in a live airport environment.

You will carry out precise setting out and survey work using GPS, Total Station and levelling equipment, maintain records, ensure designs are met, and promote a strong safety culture across site teams.