Site Engineer

Kenton Black Limited; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenton Black Limited is seeking a Site Engineer for major civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the UK. You will set out, survey, and support site teams to ensure works align with drawings, specs, and quality standards.

The role requires interpreting engineering drawings, using GPS and total stations, and maintaining QA records while prioritising health and safety on site.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying works in accordance with 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 standards.
• Maintain accurate site records and QA documentation.
• 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 techniques

Interpreting drawings

GPS & total stations

Communication

Tools

GPS equipment

Total stations

Job description

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

An established engineering and surveying business based UK wide are 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.