Civil Field Engineer - Night shift

Rullion Managed Services; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 69,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion Managed Services is recruiting a Civil Field Engineer for a night-shift role on a large Somerset civil project.

You will perform site surveillance, monitor contractor work, and ensure compliance with drawings, specs and quality standards. The role requires independent work within a team, strong communication and detailed reporting.

Qualifications

• Proven civil engineering knowledge and field surveillance experience.
• HND or equivalent qualification with relevant industry experience.
• Ability to read drawings, inspect works and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Carry out construction surveillance across civil works to ensure quality.
• Monitor contractor activities against drawings, specs and contracts.
• Identify quality issues and support corrective actions.
• Report non-conformances and maintain site diaries and records.
• Coordinate with construction teams to ensure safe and compliant work.
• Support quality reporting and project quality indicators.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Quality awareness

Education

HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Electronic handheld devices

Digital systems for site records

Job description

Civil Field Engineer (Night Shift)

Location: Somerset

Working Pattern: 5 nights per week

Hours: 40 hours per week - Working Shifts To Be Confirmed

Contract: Full-time, long-term rolling contract

Rate:

• £375 per day PAYE
• £509.70 per day Umbrella
• Potential additional shift allowance (TBC)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Civil Field Engineer to join a major construction project in Somerset, working on a night-shift basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a large-scale, long-term infrastructure project, supporting the delivery of major civil engineering works.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out construction surveillance activities, monitoring quality compliance and ensuring that works are completed in accordance with approved designs, specifications, contractual requirements and project quality standards.

You will work closely with the wider construction team and contractors, helping to maintain high standards of quality, health, safety and environmental compliance throughout the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out construction surveillance activities across civil engineering works, ensuring compliance with project requirements and quality standards.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure works are being delivered in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and contractual obligations.
• Identify potential quality issues at an early stage and work proactively to support corrective and preventative actions.
• Identify and report non-conformances, providing relevant information to support the formal reporting process.
• Maintain accurate and concise site diaries, surveillance reports and quality records.
• Work closely with construction teams, supervisors and contractors to ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Monitor contractor performance against approved Quality Control Plans.
• Ensure Quality Inspection Records are completed, reviewed and agreed before works are covered up.
• Review construction drawings, inspection records and quality documentation.
• Support the implementation of temporary measures where required to maintain safe working practices and quality standards.
• Ensure any design changes or decisions are managed through the appropriate formal approval processes.
• Contribute to project quality reporting and performance indicators.
• Promote a strong health, safety and environmental culture across all site activities.

Essential Requirements

• HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent vocational qualification and relevant industry experience.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of the construction industry, including materials, construction methods and relevant regulations.
• Previous experience working within a large-scale construction or civil engineering project.
• Experience carrying out construction surveillance, quality inspections or site engineering duties.
• Ability to produce accurate, detailed and concise site diaries and reports.
• Good understanding of construction drawings, specifications and quality control documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail when inspecting construction works and materials.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with contractors and wider site teams.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a wider construction team.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Experience with the installation and construction of large-scale civil engineering structures.
• Understanding of CDM Regulations and construction design approval processes.
• Experience using electronic handheld devices and digital systems to record site information.
• Previous experience working on highly regulated construction projects.

INDENG-RE

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