Project Engineer in CV1, Coventry, West Midlands (County)

Energy Jobline CVL; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial construction firm in Coventry is seeking an experienced Roaming Site Engineer to ensure precision and quality across multiple new build projects. The role requires strong skills in setting out and quality assurance, as well as flexibility to travel across sites within a 1.5-hour radius. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and experience in commercial construction. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for permanent roles, along with attractive rates for freelance engagement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Pension

Healthcare

Training and career progression

Attractive day rates for freelance

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a Site Engineer, Setting Out Engineer, or QA Engineer in commercial construction or civil engineering.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to cover sites within 1.5 hours of Coventry.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple construction sites simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Execute precise setting out using total stations and digital surveying tools.
• Lead QA work including inspections and compliance audits.
• Coordinate with site managers and project engineers to maintain progress.

Skills

Setting out techniques

Quality assurance systems

AutoCAD

n4ce

Revit

BIM 360

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related

Job description

Roaming Site Engineer – Setting Out & QA Specialist (Permanent or Freelance)

Location: Coventry, West Midlands (Roaming across sites within 1.5 hours drive)

Employment Type: Permanent or Freelance

Salary/Rate: Competitive (DOE) + Benefits/Package for Permanent; Negotiable Day Rate for Freelance

Sector: Commercial Construction, New Build Projects

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Overview

Are you an experienced Roaming Site Engineer, Setting Out Engineer, or QA Engineer seeking a dynamic role with a leading regional principal contractor based in Coventry? Our client delivers complete construction solutions across commercial new build projects in education, healthcare, leisure, and community sectors. With a proven track record in sustainable construction, social value, and project excellence, they create developments that leave a lasting positive legacy.

As a Roaming Engineer, you will ensure precision and quality across multiple commercial construction sites within a 1.5-hour radius of the Coventry office. This varied role covers new build projects including schools, hospitals, colleges, universities, care homes, leisure centres, and cultural facilities. Ideal for a proactive professional skilled in setting out, quality assurance, and multi-site coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute precise setting out using total stations, GPS, and digital surveying tools for commercial new build foundations, structures, and layouts.
• Lead QA work including inspections, compliance audits, material testing, and quality control documentation across multiple sites.
• Oversee quality assurance processes, ensuring adherence to specifications, CDM regulations, and building standards.
• Coordinate with site managers, subcontractors, design teams, and project engineers to maintain progress and resolve technical challenges.
• Travel to construction projects in the West Midlands and surrounding regions (e.g., Rugby, Leicester, Northampton, Derby, Bristol, Poole).
• Support full project life-cycle delivery – from groundworks and superstructure to final handover – with focus on sustainability and community impact.
• Produce accurate records, as-built surveys, QA reports, and handover documentation.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience as a Site Engineer, Setting Out Engineer, or QA Engineer in commercial construction or civil engineering.
• Proficiency in setting out techniques, quality assurance systems, and software (AutoCAD, n4ce, Revit, BIM 360).
• HNC/HND or degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related; valid CSCS card required.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to cover sites within 1.5 hours of Coventry.
• Background in new build commercial projects such as schools, hospitals, colleges, universities, care homes, or leisure developments.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple construction sites simultaneously.
• Commitment to health and safety, environmental standards, and delivering measurable social value.

Benefits

• Permanent: Competitive salary, company vehicle, fuel card, pension, healthcare, training, and career progression.
• Freelance: Attractive day rates, long-term pipeline, paid travel time, and flexible engagement.
• Exposure to high-profile commercial new builds including university buildings, hospital extensions, school developments, and community hubs.
• Join a team that prioritises sustainable construction, specialist expertise, and end-to-end project partnership.

If you are interested in this position, please feel free to get in touch.

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