Highways Site Engineer

Carrington West; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a Site Engineer - Highways to take ownership of on-site delivery on infrastructure schemes around Goole. You will coordinate earthworks, drainage and pavement works, set out using total stations and GPS, and supervise subcontractors to ensure quality, safety and programme adherence.

The role offers a competitive salary up to £45,000 depending on experience, with opportunities to develop technical and project delivery skills within a supportive civil engineering team.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering.
• Experience as Site Engineer on highways/roads.
• Knowledge of construction standards and safety.
• Experience with setting out and surveying equipment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• CSCS card and UK driving licence.
• SMSTS/SSSTS advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise highway construction activities.
• Set out and survey using total stations and GPS.
• Conduct site inspections for progress and quality.
• Ensure works align with drawings and specs.
• Maintain site records and safety documentation.
• Assist with method statements, risk assessments and permits.
• Support health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Monitor progress and support budget control.

Skills

Site delivery ownership

Site coordination

Setting out

Surveying

Health and safety awareness

Communication skills

Budget control

Education

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

Total stations

GPS

Reading drawings

Job description

Site Engineer - Highways

Goole | Up to £45,000 dependent on experience | Full-time

Are you a Site Engineer with highways or civil engineering experience looking for a role where you can take ownership of site delivery and work on varied infrastructure projects?

This is an opportunity to join my client as a Site Engineer - Highways, working on highway improvement and civil engineering schemes in the Goole area. You will have the opportunity to develop your technical and site management experience while playing an important part in delivering projects safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

Your new opportunity

My client is an established infrastructure and civil engineering organisation delivering highway and associated construction projects. They are looking for a Site Engineer - Highways who can provide hands-on engineering support and help ensure works are delivered safely, accurately, on programme and within budget.

You will work closely with site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders, giving you exposure to both the technical and operational sides of project delivery.

What you will be doing

As a Site Engineer - Highways, you will be responsible for supporting the successful delivery of works on site. You will be:

• Coordinating and supervising highway construction activities, including earthworks, drainage, pavement construction and associated civil engineering works.
• Setting out and surveying works using equipment such as total stations and GPS, ensuring accurate levels and alignments.
• Carrying out regular site inspections to monitor progress, workmanship and quality.
• Ensuring works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and relevant construction standards.
• Working closely with subcontractors, suppliers and site teams to maintain effective project delivery.
• Maintaining accurate site records, including site diaries, progress reports, quality documentation and safety records.
• Assisting with method statements, risk assessments and permits to work.
• Supporting the implementation of health, safety and environmental requirements across the site.
• Identifying technical or site-related issues and working with the wider project team to resolve them efficiently.
• Monitoring progress and supporting project cost and budget control.

What you will need

You will ideally have:

• An HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous experience working as a Site Engineer within highways, roads or a closely related civil engineering environment.
• A good understanding of construction standards, specifications and health and safety requirements.
• Experience with setting out and surveying equipment, including total stations and GPS.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the confidence to work with site teams, subcontractors and other stakeholders.
• A valid CSCS card or equivalent.
• A valid UK driving licence.

An SMSTS or SSSTS qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.

Salary and benefits

You will receive a salary of up to £45,000, dependent on experience, alongside the opportunity to work on highways and infrastructure projects where you can continue developing your technical and project delivery experience.

My client welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process.

By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.