Project Engineer

American Society of Civil Engineers; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

American Society of Civil Engineers is seeking a Project Engineer for a flagship groundworks project in Bridgwater, Somerset. You will support project delivery, QA, design coordination, and site engineering on a technically complex scheme.

The role offers hands-on involvement across multiple delivery aspects, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, and to high quality standards. A proactive interface with clients and subcontractors is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a Project Engineer, Site Engineer, or similar in groundworks/civils.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams.
• Understanding of QA processes, site engineering, and setting-out procedures.
• Comfort reviewing drawings, specs, and method statements.
• Experience liaising with clients, subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day project management (planning, coordination, progress reporting).
• Support quality assurance activities and document control.
• Assist with design management and review drawings/method statements for buildability and compliance.
• Contribute to setting-out and survey activities supporting site engineers.
• Maintain accurate as-built records and handover documentation.
• Liaise with clients, designers and subcontractors to ensure smooth communication and compliance.
• Identify and report technical or quality issues on site and support resolution.
• Support health, safety, and environmental standards across project activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Project Engineer - Groundworks - Location: Bridgwater, Somerset

Project: Major Flagship Groundworks Project

An opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineer to join the delivery team on a high‑profile groundworks project in Bridgwater, Somerset. This role offers the chance to work across multiple aspects of project delivery, supporting project management, quality assurance, design coordination, and site engineering activities on a technically complex scheme. The successful candidate will provide hands‑on support across the project, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards, while acting as a key interface with clients and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day‑to‑day project management, including planning, coordination, and progress reporting
• Support quality assurance activities, ensuring inspections, records, and documentation are maintained in line with procedures
• Assist with design management, reviewing drawings, method statements, and technical submissions for compliance and buildability
• Contribute to setting‑out and survey activities, providing support to site engineers and survey teams
• Maintain accurate as‑built records and support the preparation of handover documentation
• Liaise with clients, designers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth communication and compliance with project requirements
• Identify, report, and support resolution of technical or quality issues on site
• Support health, safety, and environmental standards across all project activities

Knowledge, Experience & Skills

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline
• Previous experience as a Project Engineer, Site Engineer, or similar role on groundworks, civils, or construction projects
• Detail‑oriented with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams
• Understanding of quality assurance processes, site engineering, and setting‑out procedures
• Comfortable reviewing and interpreting drawings, specifications, and method statements
• Experience working with clients, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong communication skills, proactive approach, and problem‑solving abilities
• Competent IT skills, including MS Office and project management or document control software

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on a flagship, technically complex groundworks project
• Long‑term project security and career development opportunities
• Support for professional development and ongoing training
• A collaborative, professional, and supportive project environment