Project Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Ashford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Project Engineer for S278/S50 streetworks projects across Kent and East Anglia. This role involves on-site management, liaising with authorities, and delivering key elements of streetworks schemes. Ideal candidates will have a Civil Engineering degree and experience managing streetworks effectively. Candidates with ambition for growth are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• NRSWA Supervisor certification is essential.
• 1-3 years of experience needed in project roles.
• Strong background in AutoCAD and setting out required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with on-site management to ensure project success.
• Ensure project plans meet anticipated deadlines.
• Conduct setting out for works using GPS.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Setting Out

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

GPS Rover/Total Station

Job description

Job Description

Project Engineer – S278/S50/Streetworks

Location: South East & East Anglia

£250-350/day DOE

(We're happy to consider ambitious junior candidates, or those looking to take the step up from a site engineer role)

We’re seeking a technically strong Project Engineer to support the delivery of S278 and S50 highway works, and other ongoing groundworks projects throughout Kent and East Anglia. The ideal candidate will be proactive on-site, experienced in managing direct labour and subcontractors, and confident liaising with local authorities in active highway environments.

The role includes delivering key elements of streetworks schemes such as road tie-ins, footpaths, kerbing, utilities, and drainage. You’ll be responsible for setting out using GPS rover, and must be confident working accurately from technical drawings and site plans.

Start date negotiable, with ongoing projects available.

Responsibilities

• Assist with on-site management to ensure project success
• Ensure project plan is moving forward to meet anticipated deadlines
• Responsible for RFI and submittal process
• Conduct setting out for works, to include; kerbs; footpaths; gullies; duct runs; utility crossings as required - with GPS rover/total station

Key Requirements

• NRSWA Supervisor (essential) - we can assist the right candidate with this qualification
• Experience delivering S278/S50 schemes
• Proficient with CAD
• Competent with GPS rover and setting out
• Able to manage permits, traffic management, and inspections
• Clean UK driving licence

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience
• 1 - 3 years' of experience as a project coordinator, project engineer, or project manager
• Strong experience in AutoCad
• Familiarity with rules, regulations, best practices and performance standards