Site Engineer

Blackwell Earthmoving Limited; Basildon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Lodging

Life Insurance + Private Medical

Job summary

Blackwell Earthmoving Limited, part of Hargreaves Services Plc, delivers major earthworks for HS2, Sizewell C and the Lower Thames Crossing near Basildon. We seek a Site Engineer to support project delivery, assist with technical tasks, monitor progress, ensure quality and safety, and help keep activities on track.

You will conduct GNSS surveys, review 3D machine control models, interpret drawings, prepare RAMS and ITPs, maintain QA, perform soil tests, and support rolling-wave planning while

Qualifications

• Proven experience in earthworks or civil engineering preferred.
• Strong ability to read drawings and specifications accurately.
• Familiarity with QA processes and project documentation (RAMS, ITPs, Checklists).
• Eligibility for ICE membership with progression toward IEng status.

Responsibilities

• Conduct GNSS-based site surveys and set out earthworks.
• Review and validate 3D machine control models.
• Interpret drawings and works information with the Foreman to choose construction methods.
• Prepare and maintain Plans, RAMS, ITPs, and Checklists.
• Manage QA processes and ensure checks are completed before work begins.
• Perform soil quality checks including moisture content tests.
• Support rolling-wave planning to maintain efficiency.
• Identify and report contractual events to Commercial Team.
• Document verbal instructions with sketches and details.

Skills

Site surveying

GNSS knowledge

QA & documentation

Interpret drawings

Education

GCSE Mathematics (Grade B)

GCSE Physics (Grade B)

Tools

3D machine control software

Job description

Role Title: Site Engineer

Location: Lower Thames Crossing - Basildon

Salary: £35-40k

Benefits:

• Bonus
• Lodging
• Life Insurance + Private Medical

About the Role

At Blackwell Earthmoving Limited, part of the Hargreaves Services Plc., we deliver large-scale bulk earthworks, soil stabilisation, and land restoration with precision and expertise.

As a trusted partner on nationally significant projects including HS2, Sizewell C, and the Lower Thames Crossing we bring unrivalled capability to complex infrastructure schemes. From highways and rail networks to renewable energy developments, our solutions combine engineering excellence with environmental responsibility, creating sustainable foundations for future growth.

As a Site Engineer, you will support the delivery of engineering projects by assisting with technical tasks ensuring work is carried out safely and to the required standards.

You’ll help monitor progress, check compliance with quality and safety guidelines, and provide input during different stages of the project. Your role will involve working closely with the team to keep activities on track and contribute to successful project completion.

What you’ll be doing

• Conducting GNSS-based site surveys and setting out earthworks using batter rails, travellers, and visualisation stakeouts.
• Reviewing and validating 3D machine control models for automated earthmoving equipment.
• Interpreting drawings, specifications, and works information to determine optimal construction methods with the Foreman.
• Preparing and maintaining essential project documentation: Plans, RAMS, ITPs, and Checklists.
• Managing QA processes and ensuring all checks are completed before work begins.
• Performing spot soil quality checks, including plasticity and moisture content testing.
• Supporting near-term rolling-wave planning to maintain project efficiency.
• Identifying and reporting contractual events to the Commercial Team.
• Accurately documenting verbal instructions with supporting sketches and details.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of one year’s experience in earthworks or civil engineering, demonstrating a proven ability to deliver high-quality results.
• Strong academic background, including at least a grade B in GCSE Mathematics and Physics.
• Comprehensive understanding of the four core principles of Civil Engineering, ensuring technical competence across all key areas.
• Eligibility for membership with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and a genuine commitment to progressing towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status.

Who We Are

At Hargreaves Services Plc, we’re not just a contracted services provider - we’re shaping the future of UK industry.

As a trusted partner to the UK's infrastructure markets, we deliver solutions that accelerate development and drive industrial transformation.

From clean energy and environmental innovation to land regeneration, logistics, and low-carbon material supply, our contracted services drive economic growth while building a sustainable legacy for generations to come.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be the leader in the provision of contracted services in the next era of UK infrastructure development; we support growth in the Connectivity, Clean Energy, and Environmental sectors.

Our proven expertise and ability to deliver bespoke, high-quality services set the benchmark for excellence in UK infrastructure. Powered by a growing, inspired team and bold growth strategies - both targeted and organic - we’re positioned to play a defining role in shaping the nation's future.