Senior Site Engineer

Neos Recruitment Ltd; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Lodging allowance

Travel allowance

HS2 project in Aylesbury

Job summary

NEOS Engineering recruiting a Senior Engineer to join an established contractor on the HS2 project in Aylesbury. You will lead earthworks activities, provide technical guidance, and ensure QA and setting out meet project standards.

The role blends site engineering, surveying and planning, requiring 4+ years in civil engineering, experience with GNSS surveying and 3D machine control, and a drive to progress toward IEng.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' Civil Engineering experience, preferably in earthworks
• Experience on major infrastructure projects
• Strong surveying, setting out and QA knowledge
• Experience with GNSS surveying and 3D machine control
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs and works information
• Familiarity with RAMS, ITPs and QA processes
• Eligible for ICE membership and progressing toward IEng

Responsibilities

• Perform GNSS-based site surveys and setting out for earthworks
• Use batter rails and stakeouts to ensure accurate construction
• Review 3D machine control models for automated equipment
• Interpret drawings, specs and works information for construction methods
• Coordinate earthworks with foremen and site teams
• Prepare RAMS, ITPs and checklists and maintain QA
• Document verbal instructions with sketches and technical details
• Provide technical guidance to site teams and resolve issues

Skills

GNSS surveying

3D machine control

Setting out

QA processes

RAMS & ITPs

Reading drawings & specifications

ICE membership eligibility

Education

ICE membership eligibility

Job description

SENIOR ENGINEER

Aylesbury | £45,000–£50,000 + Bonus + Lodging & Travel Allowances

NEOS Engineering are currently recruiting for a Senior Engineer to join an established engineering contractor working on the major HS2 project in Aylesbury.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Civil Engineer with a strong background in earthworks and major infrastructure to take a leading role in the technical delivery of site activities.

You’ll work closely with Foremen and site teams, providing technical guidance, overseeing setting out and QA, resolving engineering challenges and supporting short-term planning to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standards.

THE ROLE

As Senior Engineer, you’ll take a leading role across all earthworks activities, ensuring technical requirements, quality standards and project programmes are maintained.

The role combines site engineering, surveying, quality assurance and construction planning, making it ideal for an experienced Engineer looking to progress within a major infrastructure environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out GNSS-based site surveys and setting out for earthworks.
• Use batter rails, travellers and visualisation stakeouts to ensure accurate construction.
• Review and validate 3D machine control models for automated earthmoving equipment.
• Interpret drawings, specifications and works information to determine appropriate construction methods.
• Work closely with Foremen and site teams to coordinate earthworks activities.
• Prepare and maintain Plans, RAMS, ITPs and checklists.
• Manage QA processes and ensure all required checks are completed before works commence.
• Carry out spot soil quality checks, including plasticity and moisture content testing.
• Support short-term and rolling-wave planning to maintain project efficiency.
• Identify and report contractual events to the Commercial Team.
• Accurately document verbal instructions, including supporting sketches and technical details.
• Provide technical guidance to site teams and assist with resolving engineering issues.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for a Senior Engineer with:

• 4+ years' experience in Civil Engineering, ideally with a strong background in earthworks.
• Experience working on major infrastructure or complex construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of site surveying, setting out and quality assurance.
• Experience with GNSS surveying and 3D machine control.
• Good understanding of modern construction methods and earthworks processes.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Strong knowledge of construction documentation including RAMS, ITPs and QA processes.
• Eligibility for ICE membership and a commitment to progressing towards IEng status.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work effectively alongside site teams.

THE PACKAGE

• £45,000–£50,000 basic salary
• Bonus
• Lodging allowance
• Travel allowance
• Opportunity to work on the HS2 project in Aylesbury
• Excellent long-term career development opportunities within a major infrastructure environment