Senior Site Engineer - Freelance

TN United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Site Engineer for a freelance role in Nottingham. This position involves overseeing the construction of a flood defense reservoir, where you'll be responsible for daily setting out duties, managing site testing, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in heavy civil schemes, ensuring project specifications are met while maintaining safety standards. Join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful projects that protect communities from flooding.

Qualifications

• Experience with main contractor heavy civil schemes.
• CSCS card required for site work.

Responsibilities

• Manage site sample and performance testing, maintaining records.
• Train, manage, and mentor Junior Engineers on site.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Site Management

Hazard/Risk Assessments

Education

HND in Civil Engineering

Degree in Civil Engineering

First Aid Certification

SMSTS Certification

Job description

Job Details

Position: Senior Site Engineer - Freelance

Location: Lowdham, Nottingham

Project: Construction of a slow the flow flood defence reservoir, including Earthworks, bentonite cut-off walls, and surface water drainage.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake daily setting out duties independently.
• Train, manage, and mentor Junior Engineers.
• Manage site sample and performance testing, maintaining records per contract specifications.
• Complete hazard/risk assessments and method statements.
• Manage site service plans/drawings and issue permits.
• Assist with records and claims documentation alongside the site QS/Project Manager.
• Monitor and control temporary works.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Candidate Requirements

• Strong communication skills and team collaboration.
• Experience with main contractor heavy civil schemes.
• Experience in progress reports, quality records (ITPs, site diaries, inspection records), design and temporary works coordination.
• CSCS card required.
• Minimum qualification: HND in Civil Engineering; a Degree in Civil Engineering, First Aid, and SMSTS are desirable.