Earthworks Engineer

Coleman James; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Coleman James is seeking a Site Engineer for a civils package, joining at a critical stage to deliver on‑site engineering through to November and beyond. The role focuses on earthworks, cut & fill, 3D modelling, surveying, and precise setting out on a live site near Rotherham.

You will Produce and update 3D surface models and carry out as‑built surveys while coordinating with site management and subcontractors to keep the project moving efficiently. Start ASAP for a 2 year handover phase.

Qualifications

• Strong background in earthworks, groundworks or remediation.
• Solid understanding of bulk earthworks, cut & fill, and surveying workflows.
• Able to work on a busy live site.

Responsibilities

• Earthworks delivery — Support bulk earthworks operations, formation build‑up, levels, and QA.
• Cut & fill — Complete cut & fill calculations, verification checks, and support commercial teams with accurate data.
• 3D modelling — Produce and update 3D surface models for earthworks and machine control.
• Surveying — Carry out as‑built surveys, level checks, and monitoring using GPS and robotic total stations.
• Setting out — Set out drainage, foundations, kerbs, roads, duct routes, and earthworks profiles.
• QA & reporting — Maintain daily records, as‑built documentation, and support the site team with technical queries.
• Coordination — Work closely with site management, subcontractors, and design teams to keep the project moving efficiently.

Skills

Earthworks

Groundworks

Remediation

Surveying workflows

Setting out

Tools

GPS

Robotic total stations

3D modelling software

Job description

About the Role

We're recruiting a Site Engineer to support a civils package. You'll be joining the project at a critical stage, taking responsibility for on‑site engineering delivery from now through to November.

This role is ideal for an engineer confident in earthworks, cut & fill, 3D modelling, surveying, and high‑accuracy setting out.

Key Responsibilities

• Earthworks delivery — Support bulk earthworks operations, formation build‑up, levels, and QA.
• Cut & fill — Complete cut & fill calculations, verification checks, and support commercial teams with accurate data.
• 3D modelling — Produce and update 3D surface models for earthworks and machine control.
• Surveying — Carry out as‑built surveys, level checks, and monitoring using GPS and robotic total stations.
• Setting out — Set out drainage, foundations, kerbs, roads, duct routes, and earthworks profiles.
• QA & reporting — Maintain daily records, as‑built documentation, and support the site team with technical queries.
• Coordination — Work closely with site management, subcontractors, and design teams to keep the project moving efficiently.

What We're Looking For

• Strong background in earthworks, groundworks, or remediation
• Solid understanding of bulk earthworks, cut & fill, and surveying workflows
• Able to work on a busy live site

Contract Details

• Start: ASAP
• Location: Near Rotherham
• On‑site: Through to November
• Project length: 2 years (handover phase)
• Rate: Competitive, depending on experience