Site Engineer

Kenton Black Limited; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenton Black Limited is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support major civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the UK. You will set out works, survey sites and provide technical support to site teams. The role demands accuracy, strong problem-solving, and a proactive approach to safety and quality.

This opportunity offers long-term prospects within a specialist engineering business, with exposure to varied UK-wide projects and professional development pathways.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Engineer in civil engineering or major infrastructure projects.
• Competent in setting out and surveying techniques.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Experience using surveying equipment such as GPS and total stations.

Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying works per drawings and specs.
• Ensure accurate line, level and positioning of civil works.
• Interpret drawings and provide technical support to site teams.
• Carry out site surveys, measurements and as-built surveys.
• Coordinate with site management, subcontractors and engineering teams.
• Monitor quality and compliance with project specs and standards.
• Maintain accurate site records, QA docs and inspection records.
• Identify and resolve technical issues on site.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Support delivery of works in line with programme and quality standards.

Skills

Setting out

Surveying

Drawings interpretation

GPS

Total stations

QA documentation

Health & safety

Communication

Job description

Site Engineer – Major Civil Engineering Projects
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum (PAYE)
Location: UK-wide project sites

An established engineering and surveying business based in the UK is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support the delivery of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the country.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist business working on large-scale infrastructure schemes, offering long-term opportunities across a variety of projects.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Setting out and surveying works in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
• Ensuring accurate line, level and positioning of civil engineering works.
• Interpreting engineering drawings and providing technical support to site teams.
• Carrying out site surveys, measurements and as-built surveys.
• Coordinating with site management, subcontractors and engineering teams.
• Monitoring quality and ensuring works comply with project specifications and standards.
• Maintaining accurate site records, QA documentation and inspection records.
• Identifying and resolving technical issues on site.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Supporting the delivery of works in line with programme and quality standards.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Site Engineer role within civil engineering or major infrastructure projects.
• Competent in setting out and surveying techniques.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Experience using surveying equipment, including GPS and total stations.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach to health, safety and quality.
• Flexibility to work across UK-based project sites.

Salary & Package

• Salary up to £60,000 per annum, PAYE.
• Opportunity to work on major civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Long-term opportunities with an established engineering business.
• Exposure to a variety of UK-wide projects and opportunities for professional development.