Site Engineer

Extension Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Extension Recruitment is seeking a Site Engineer for a Basildon-based civil engineering contractor. You will support earthworks and civil engineering activities, conducting site surveys and setting out works to ensure safety, quality and specification are met.

The role requires a solid understanding of engineering drawings, site surveying techniques, and construction methods. A proactive mindset and commitment to quality, health and safety will help you progress within a growing engineering

Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering, infrastructure, or earthworks projects.
• Knowledge of site surveying and setting out techniques.
• Strong reading of engineering drawings and construction methods.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to health, safety and quality.
• Desire to progress professionally within an engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out site surveys and setting out works.
• Reviewing engineering drawings and specifications.
• Supporting quality assurance processes and site documentation.
• Assisting with project planning and progress monitoring.
• Conducting site checks and reporting technical issues when required.

Skills

Site surveying

Setting out

Reading drawings

Quality awareness

Job description

Job Title: Site Engineer
Location: Basildon
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
Contract: Permanent, Full-time

The Company

Our client operates within the civil engineering and infrastructure sector, delivering complex projects across the UK. They are recognised for their technical expertise, commitment to safety, and delivery of high-quality engineering solutions on nationally significant developments.

The Role

As a Site Engineer, you will support the successful delivery of earthworks and civil engineering activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to specification.

Key responsibilities

• Carrying out site surveys and setting out works.
• Reviewing engineering drawings and specifications.
• Supporting quality assurance processes and site documentation.
• Assisting with project planning and progress monitoring.
• Conducting site checks and reporting technical issues when required.

What we are looking for

• Experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, or earthworks projects.
• Knowledge of site surveying and setting out techniques.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and construction methods.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to health, safety, and quality.
• Desire to progress professionally within an engineering environment.

We’re committed to promoting inclusive opportunities. If you’re excited about this Site Engineer role but don’t meet every single requirement, your unique perspective could be exactly what they’re looking for.