Senior Site Engineer in CB1

Energy Jobline ZR; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 3,700 - 5,200; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Senior Site Engineer for night work in Cambridge on a major infrastructure project. The role focuses on setting out, surveying and coordinating on-site activities to ensure quality and safety standards are met.

The position starts with a 3‑month contract, with a guaranteed extension to a 6‑month rolling contract based on performance, with £400 per shift and CIS/LTD payment options.

Qualifications

• Experience as Senior Site Engineer on civil/infrastructure projects.
• EUSR Level 1 and EUSR Level 2 mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site engineering activities, primarily night shifts.
• Carry out setting out, surveying and dimensional control per drawings and specs.
• Ensure works meet quality standards and safety requirements.
• Interpret drawings and technical information, resolve issues.
• Coordinate subcontractors and site teams for safe progress.
• Maintain site records, surveys, as-built drawings and QA docs.
• Manage permits and QA documentation; liaise with project team.
• Monitor progress and flags delays or risks; communicate with management.

Skills

Setting-out

Surveying

Reading drawings

Coordination of subcontractors

Quality assurance

Health and safety

Independent worker

Night shift experience

Job description

Job DescriptionSenior Site Engineer - Nights Location: Cambridge Rate: £400 per shift Contract: Initial 3 months, guaranteed extension to a 6-month rolling contract subject to performance Payment: CIS or LTD company Project: SDS Framework The Opportunity We are currently recruiting an experienced Senior Site Engineer to join a major infrastructure project on the SDS Framework in Cambridge. This is predominantly a night-shift role, with the possibility of occasional day shifts as required. The position offers an initial 3-month contract, with a guaranteed extension to a 6-month rolling contract, provided the successful candidate meets the required performance and project expectations. The rate is £400 per shift, whether working nights or the occasional day shift, with CIS and LTD company payment options available. We are looking for a hands-on Senior Site Engineer who can hit the ground running, take ownership of engineering activities on site and ensure works are delivered safely, accurately and in line with project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day site engineering activities, primarily during night shifts.
• Carry out setting out, surveying and dimensional control in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
• Ensure engineering works are completed accurately and to the required quality standards.
• Interpret construction drawings, specifications and technical information, resolving engineering issues as they arise.
• Coordinate subcontractors and site teams to ensure works progress safely and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate site records, survey information, as-built drawings and quality documentation.
• Complete and manage permits, inspection records and relevant quality assurance documentation as required.
• Monitor progress against the programme and communicate any delays, technical issues or potential risks.
• Liaise with site management, subcontractors and the wider project team to ensure smooth delivery of the works.
• Ensure all activities comply with project procedures, health and safety requirements and relevant construction standards.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Senior Site Engineer on civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• EUSR Level 1 and EUSR Level 2 - both essential.
• Strong setting-out and surveying experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and supporting the delivery of site works.
• Good understanding of quality assurance, site documentation and health and safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of engineering activities and hit the ground running.
• Flexibility to work nights and occasional day shifts when required.

What's on Offer?

• £400 per shift, whether nights or occasional days.
• CIS or LTD company payment options.
• Initial 3-month contract.
• Guaranteed extension to a 6-month rolling contract, provided performance and project expectations are met.
• Opportunity to work on a major infrastructure framework in Cambridge.