Site Engineer

Carmichael UK; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the infrastructure sector is seeking a Site Engineer for a major highways project in Cambridgeshire. The role involves setting out, supervision of site activities, and documentation production within a high-performing Tier 1 team. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and qualifications in civil engineering.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Site Engineer on major highways or infrastructure projects.
• Strong setting out experience using GPS and Total Station.
• CSCS card required; SMSTS or SSSTS desirable.

Responsibilities

• Setting out for highways works including earthworks, drainage, structures, and road construction.
• Supervise subcontractors and coordinate site logistics.
• Produce and maintain accurate as-built records and QA documentation.

Skills

Setting out

Health & Safety standards

Site documentation

Education

Civil engineering degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

GPS

Total Station

Job description

CarmichaelUK is recruiting for a Site Engineer to join the delivery team on a major highways infrastructure project with a Tier 1 contractor in Cambridgeshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled engineer to be part of a nationally significant programme, contributing to the delivery of new roads, junction upgrades, structures, and drainage systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting out for highways works including earthworks, drainage, structures, and road construction

• Ensure works are carried out safely and to specification

• Produce and maintain accurate as-built records, ITPs, and QA documentation

• Liaise with the Section Engineer and Foreman to ensure smooth progress on-site

• Supervise subcontractors and coordinate site logistics

• Assist in preparing daily records, permits, and method statements

• Report progress and raise technical queries as required

About You:

• Previous experience as a Site Engineer on major highways or infrastructure projects

• Strong setting out experience using GPS, Total Station

• Familiar with earthworks, drainage, pavement, and structure packages

• Competent in producing QA and site documentation

• Good understanding of Health & Safety standards and CDM regulations

• CSCS card required SMSTS or SSSTS desirable

• Civil engineering degree or equivalent qualification

If you're looking for your next role on a flagship infrastructure project, and want to be part of a high-performing Tier 1 team we want to hear from you.

(phone number removed); Apply now or contact CarmichaelUK for more information.