Freelance Site Engineer - Major Civil Infra Project

Abatec Recruitment

Bridgwater

On-site

GBP 92,000 - 138,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Abatec Recruitment seeks an experienced Site Engineer to join the Hinkley Point C project in Somerset on a freelance basis. You will provide engineering support, ensure activities align with drawings, programme, and safety standards on a high-profile civil works site.

Initial 3-month contract with immediate start and no obligation to extend beyond Christmas; rotating day and night shift pattern with 7 days on/3 off followed by 7 nights/4 off.

Qualifications

Proven setting-out and surveying skills on major civil projects.
Ability to interpret and apply drawings and project specifications.
Experience working with subcontractors and construction teams on live sites.
CSCS certification and MSC/HS&E related accreditation are preferred.

Responsibilities

Setting out and surveying works in line with drawings and project specs.
Ensure construction activities follow approved drawings, specs and tolerances.
Carry out site surveys, levels, measurements and as-built records.
Check drawings and flag any technical issues early.
Support site management and subcontractors with day-to-day engineering needs.
Maintain inspection/test plans and quality records on site.
Monitor workmanship and ensure adherence to quality standards.
Coordinate with wider teams to maintain progress and resolve issues.

Skills

Setting out

Surveying

Interpreting drawings

Experience with subcontractors

Education

CSCS certification

MAPs HS+E Accreditation

Job description

Initial 3-month contract with immediate start and no obligation to extend beyond Christmas; rotating day and night shift pattern with 7 days on/3 off followed by 7 nights/4 off.

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