Site Engineer

GirlingJones; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering is seeking a Site Engineer for an 8-month project. The role involves precise setting out, supervising site activities, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and substantial experience in civil works. The position promises to be dynamic, facilitating close collaboration with subcontractors and project managers, while contributing to high-quality project delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven track record working on civils and groundwork projects.
• Competent in setting out equipment and AutoCAD for technical documentation.
• CSCS card required; SSSTS or SMSTS desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out accurate setting out for groundwork and civil engineering works.
• Interpret technical drawings and supervise site works for quality and safety.
• Maintain daily site records and contribute to planning meetings.

Skills

Setting Out

Communication

Health & Safety

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

Total Station

GPS

Dumpy Level

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a Site Engineer with strong experience in civil engineering and groundworks to join our team on a contract basis for an 8-month project. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a high-quality and safe project, working closely with the site team and subcontractors to ensure accurate setting out and execution of works on a busy civils site.
Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out accurate setting out for all aspects of groundwork and civil engineering works (e.g., drainage, foundations, roads, levels, kerbing, ducting).
• Interpret and work from technical drawings, ensuring works are delivered as per specifications.
• Supervise works to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with method statements and risk assessments.
• Liaise with subcontractors, foremen, and project managers to ensure coordinated site activities.
• Maintain daily site records including material deliveries, inspections, and progress reports.
• Conduct as-built surveys and update drawings where necessary.
• Support health and safety initiatives and ensure best practices are followed on site.
• Contribute to weekly planning and reporting meetings.

Requirements:

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven track record working as a Site Engineer on civils and groundwork projects.
• Proficient with setting out equipment (Total Station, GPS, Dumpy Level).
• CSCS card (required); SSSTS or SMSTS (desirable).
• Strong understanding of site health & safety requirements.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Competent in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office for reporting and technical documentation