Site Engineer

O'Neill & Brennan; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company seeks an experienced Site Engineer for a prestigious commercial project in Bristol, ensuring job security over 5–10 years on a significant campus development. The ideal candidate will handle crucial setting-out tasks and technical support while working within a dynamic environment focused on innovative construction methods. Applicants should have contractor experience, proficiency with modern technology, and a background in civil engineering. The role promises a clear progression path without travel requirements.

Benefits

Job security for 5–10 years

High-profile project

Clear progression route

Qualifications

• Currently working as a Site Engineer with a main contractor (Tier 1 or reputable Tier 2).
• Strong experience in basements, infrastructure, or RC structures.
• CSCS card (Black or White preferred), SMSTS advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day setting-out, QA, surveys, and technical support.
• Work includes piled retaining walls and deep RC basements.
• Engage in off-site manufactured timber superstructure systems.

Skills

Proficient with robotic total station

GPS (Leica/Trimble)

Experience in basements and RC structures

Education

Degree or HND qualified

Tools

Robotic total station

GPS equipment

Job description

A rare, single-position opportunity has opened for an experienced Site Engineer to join the permanent team on one of the South West’s largest and longest-running commercial campus developments – a greenfield, multi-phase scheme in Long Ashton, Bristol.

Enabling works are live now, main construction phases commence autumn 2025 and the forward workload is secured for 5–10 years on one site.

The Role

Site-based, reporting to the Senior Engineer / Project Manager. You will be responsible for all day-to-day setting‑out, QA, surveys, material approvals, RFIs and technical support across a varied scope that includes:

• Piled retaining walls and deep RC basements
• RC frames and concrete structures
• Off‑site manufactured timber superstructure systems

About You

• Currently working as a Site Engineer with a main contractor (Tier 1 or reputable Tier 2)
• Fully proficient with robotic total station & GPS (Leica/Trimble) and digital setting‑out
• Strong experience in any of the above disciplines – particularly basements, infrastructure or RC structures
• Degree or HND qualified
• CSCS card (Black or White preferred), SMSTS advantageous
• Looking for genuine long-term stability rather than the next short-term contract

What’s on Offer

• True 5–10 year job security on one campus
• High-profile, showcase commercial project using modern construction methods
• Clear progression route as the phases expand
• Entirely Bristol-based – no lodging required

This is a single vacancy and will move quickly. Initial interviews via Teams this week, followed by a short site meet & greet.