Civil Engineer - Energy

Alten; Wedmore; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle & Tech Scheme

Life insurance & Pension

Job summary

Alten is seeking a Civil Engineer in the UK to oversee on-site activities for major construction and infrastructure projects. You will ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance while maintaining precise site diaries and reports.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in large civil works, strong organisation and communication skills, and the ability to coordinate with contractors and multidisciplinary teams to deliver on time and to spec. Occasional site travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil engineering or equivalent military experience
• Experience in large civil works installation and erection
• Understanding of CDM Regulations and approvals processes
• Experience using electronic handheld devices for site data capture
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; French advantageous

Responsibilities

• Site Supervision & Quality Assurance
• Monitor construction works to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and contract requirements
• Inspect materials and workmanship to ensure quality standards are met
• Identify and report defects, non-conformances, and potential risks
• Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain accurate, concise, and contract-relevant site diaries and reports
• Document progress, issues, and key milestones throughout the project lifecycle
• Support project teams with clear and structured reporting
• Stakeholder & Contractor Management
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors and site teams
• Provide clear guidance while remaining independent, objective, and professional
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Health, Safety & Compliance
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with CDM Regulations and health & safety requirements
• Support compliance with legal, regulatory, and environmental standards
• Contribute to safe systems of work and site-based risk management
• Construction Oversight
• Support delivery of large civil engineering works and infrastructure installations
• Monitor construction methods, sequencing, and material usage
• Participate in document and drawing review processes where required

Skills

Construction knowledge

Organisation

Communication

Site diaries

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Civil engineering degree or equivalent military experience

Job description

Job Description

As a Civil Engineer, you will join our team in Bridgewater to support major construction and infrastructure projects.

This role focuses on overseeing on-site activities, ensuring quality compliance, monitoring construction progress, and maintaining accurate site records aligned with contractual and regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in ensuring that work is delivered safely, to specification, and in line with project expectations.

You will work closely with contractors, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to maintain high standards across all stages of construction delivery.

• Location: Bridgewater Sommerset
• On Site: 3-4 Days
• Clearance: BPSS
• Experience Level: 5- 10YOE

Key Responsibilities

• Site Supervision & Quality Assurance
• Monitor construction works to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and contract requirements
• Inspect materials and workmanship to ensure quality standards are met
• Identify and report defects, non-conformances, and potential risks
• Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain accurate, concise, and contract-relevant site diaries and reports
• Document progress, issues, and key milestones throughout the project lifecycle
• Support project teams with clear and structured reporting
• Stakeholder & Contractor Management
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors and site teams
• Provide clear guidance while remaining independent, objective, and professional
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Health, Safety & Compliance
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with CDM Regulations and health & safety requirements
• Support compliance with legal, regulatory, and environmental standards
• Contribute to safe systems of work and site-based risk management
• Construction Oversight
• Support delivery of large civil engineering works and infrastructure installations
• Monitor construction methods, sequencing, and material usage
• Participate in document and drawing review processes where required

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Broad understanding of the construction industry, materials, and trade methods
• Strong organisation, delegation, and communication skills
• Proven experience working within large construction teams
• Ability to produce clear, accurate, and contract-relevant site diaries
• High attention to detail when inspecting work and materials
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to be persuasive and diplomatic while remaining independent

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil engineering or equivalent military experience

Desirable Skills

• Experience in large civil works installation and erection
• Understanding of CDM Regulations and approvals processes (documents and drawings)
• Experience using electronic handheld devices for site data capture
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (French is advantageous)

Additional Information

Why join us?

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.