Site Engineer

Bimplus; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimplus, a leading contractor, is seeking a Site Engineer to join their Guildford team on a long-term contract for water infrastructure projects.

You will oversee on-site activities, manage blue-collar crews, ensure compliance with specifications, and maintain health and safety standards while coordinating with the project team to keep milestones on track.

Qualifications

• Experience in the water sector with a civil engineering background.
• Thames Water passport is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage blue-collar teams.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site activities to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Coordinate and supervise blue-collar workers on site.
• Collaborate with project management to deliver on schedule.
• Conduct site surveys and provide progress reports.
• Implement health and safety protocols on site.
• Resolve site issues with stakeholders.
• Ensure quality control per engineering plans.

Skills

Water sector experience

Civil engineering background

Supervising blue-collar workforce

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Health and safety orientation

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Our client, a tier 2 contractor in the water industry, is currently seeking a skilled Site Engineer to join their dynamic team in Guildford. This role offers the opportunity to work on significant water infrastructure projects on a long-term contract basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing on-site activities to ensure compliance with project specifications and regulatory standards
• Coordinating and supervising blue-collar workers
• Working closely with the project management team to ensure timely project delivery
• Conducting site surveys and assessments to provide accurate progress reports
• Implementing and maintaining health and safety protocols on site
• Collaborating with stakeholders to address and resolve site-related issues
• Ensuring quality control and compliance with engineering plans and specifications

Job Requirements:

• Experience in the water sector and a strong background in civil engineering
• Possession of a Thames Water passport
• Proficiency in managing and supervising blue-collar workforce
• Understanding of water infrastructure projects
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Flexibility to work weekends and overtime as necessary

• Long-term contract opportunity
• Challenging and engaging work in the water sector
• Opportunity for career development within a reputable contractor
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

If you meet the above criteria and are looking for a challenging role with a leading construction company, we would love to hear from you.