Site Engineer

Pave Recruit Ltd; Enfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pave Recruit Ltd is seeking a Site Engineer to help deliver civil infrastructure projects across London and the UK. You will ensure works meet design and specification, conduct site surveys and maintain quality records.

You will work with Project Managers and site teams, manage 3D setting-out data and Civil3D drawings, and support project planning and handover with a focus on quality and accuracy. A solid background in surveying, setting-out and QA, plus proficiency with Leica total stations and

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience as a Site Engineer in civil infrastructure.
• Strong surveying, setting out and construction quality control.
• Proficiency with Leica total stations, GNSS receivers and Civil3D.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveying and setting out with Leica total stations and GNSS.
• Perform as-built surveys and maintain site survey control networks.
• Oversee inspections and testing, including air, compaction and concrete testing.
• Identify and report defects, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Coordinate with Project Manager and site teams to plan works.
• Review design information and raise TQs/Contractors Proposals as needed.
• Manage 3D setting-out data and redline drawings in Civil3D.
• Maintain quality records for smooth project handover.
• Provide regular quality updates in team meetings.

Skills

Surveying

Setting out

Quality control

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Leica total stations

GNSS receivers

Civil3D

Job description

The Company

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.

Pave Recruit is working with a leading civil engineering contractor delivering key infrastructure projects across London and the UK. Due to ongoing project demands, they are looking for a Site Engineer to join their team.

The Role

As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring works are delivered in line with design and specification, conducting site surveys, maintaining quality records, and supporting project planning. You will work closely with the Project Manager, Supervisors, and Gangers to ensure smooth execution on-site.

Key Responsibilities

On-Site Duties

• Conduct surveying and setting out using Leica TS16 robotic total station and GS18 GNSS receiver.
• Perform as-built surveys, setting out all elements in accordance with design and maintain site survey control networks.
• Oversee inspections and testing, including air, compaction, and concrete testing.
• Identify and report defects, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Capture and upload site progress photos to project SharePoint.

Office-Based Duties

• Work with the Project Manager and site teams to plan and coordinate works.
• Review design information and raise TQs/Contractors Proposals as needed.
• Manage 3D setting-out data, DTM models, and redline drawings in Civil3D.
• Maintain quality records to ensure smooth project handover.
• Provide regular quality performance updates in team meetings.

Requirements

• 3+ years’ experience as a Site Engineer in civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of surveying, setting out, and construction quality control.
• Proficiency in Leica total stations, GNSS receivers, and Civil3D.
• Ability to manage documentation and work collaboratively with project teams.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.