Highways Site Engineer – Immediate Start (Penrith)

Construction, Property and Engineering; Penrith; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE seeks a highly skilled Site Engineer for a major highway infrastructure project in Penrith, Cumbria. The role focuses on complex earthworks and drainage for the A66 scheme, with immediate start availability.

Requirements include a Civil Engineering-related degree or equivalent, 2-3 years highway-site experience, CSCS plus SSSTS/SMSTS, and strong drawing-reading ability. 3-month contract, up to £440/day Umbrella (inside IR35).

Qualifications

• Degree, HND or HNC in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• 2-3 years of experience as a Site Engineer with a Tier 1 contractor, specifically in highways.
• CSCS card and SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• Advanced technical ability in reading engineering drawings and managing site logistics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee site operations, managing both direct labour and subcontracted teams.
• Execute precise setting out, conduct dimensional checks, and maintain rigorous survey records.
• Perform quality assurance tasks, including compaction testing and volume take-offs.
• Develop essential documentation, including Works Package Plans, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Ensure full compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations on-site.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineering staff while maintaining accurate daily site diaries.

Skills

Reading drawings

Site supervision

Quality assurance

Education

Degree, HND, or HNC in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Randstad CPE seeks a highly skilled Site Engineer for a major highway infrastructure project in Penrith, Cumbria. The role focuses on complex earthworks and drainage for the A66 scheme, with immediate start availability.

Requirements include a Civil Engineering-related degree or equivalent, 2-3 years highway-site experience, CSCS plus SSSTS/SMSTS, and strong drawing-reading ability. 3-month contract, up to £440/day Umbrella (inside IR35).