Senior Site Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Lodging allowance

Travel allowance

Lower Thames Crossing project

Job summary

NEOS Engineering is recruiting a Senior Engineer to lead earthworks activities on the Lower Thames Crossing project. You will provide technical direction, oversee setting out and QA, and support planning to ensure safe, efficient delivery of works.

The role covers site engineering, surveying, quality assurance and construction planning, ideal for an engineer looking to advance in a major infrastructure environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of civil engineering experience with earthworks.
• Experience on major infrastructure or complex construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of site surveying, setting out and QA.
• Experience with GNSS surveying and 3D machine control.
• Understanding of modern construction methods for earthworks.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Experience with RAMS, ITPs and QA processes.
• Eligible for ICE membership and progressing towards IEng.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Proactive approach working with site teams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out GNSS-based site surveys and setting out for earthworks.
• Review 3D machine control models for automated earthmoving equipment.
• Interpret drawings, specifications and works information to determine construction methods.
• Coordinate earthworks activities with Foremen and site teams.
• Prepare and maintain Plans, RAMS, ITPs and checklists.
• Manage QA processes and ensure checks are completed before works commence.
• Support short-term and rolling-wave planning to maintain project efficiency.
• Identify and report contractual events to the Commercial Team.
• Document verbal instructions with sketches and technical details.
• Provide technical guidance to site teams and assist with resolving engineering issues.

Skills

Site surveying

Setting out

Quality assurance

3D machine control

RAMS/ITPs

Planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

ICE membership eligibility

IEng progression

Tools

GNSS surveying tools

3D machine control software

Job description

SENIOR SITE ENGINEER

Lower Thames Crossing | £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 Lower Thames Crossing project.

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 Lower Thames Crossing
• Excellent long‑term career development opportunities within a major infrastructure environment