Site Engineer

Joseph Gallagher Limited; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned civil engineering firm is seeking a Site Engineer to manage various responsibilities on Civils projects in Guildford. The ideal candidate will ensure detailed work is set out per contract requirements, perform checks on plans for accuracy, and maintain high standards of Health, Safety and Environmental compliance. A strong background in civil engineering, excellent communication, and troubleshooting skills are essential. The role offers a substantial opportunity to impact project delivery and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Previous experience on civil engineering projects.
• Proven track record of setting out on civil projects.
• Sound knowledge of construction methods and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Set out detailed works as per the contract drawings.
• Check plans and drawings for accuracy.
• Ensure quality control requirements are met.

Skills

Civils Projects experience

Excellent communication skills

Proven troubleshooting skills

Education

Valid CSCS card

Thames Water Passport

Confined Space

Job description

Location: Guildford

Contract: CIS

Hours: Monday– Friday 07:00 - 17:30 (Day Shift)

As the Site Engineer, you will be required to:

• Setting out detailed works as per the contract drawings, ensuring checks are carried out on a regular basis
• Checking plans, drawings and quantities for accuracy
• Ensuring that quality control requirements are met and recorded in accordance with Client specification
• Providing engineering support to ensure any technical problems are overcome
• Conducting pre-start site surveys
• Ensuring a timely handover of works and quality records without outstanding defects, working closely with the Project Manager and installation teams
• Operating and promoting a high standard of Health, Safety and Environmental compliance
• Site calibration checks
• Assisting in resolving any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise

To be successful in this position you must have:

• Have previously worked on Civils Projects/RC structures
• Thames Water Passport
• Confined Space
• Have a proven track record of setting out on civil engineering projects
• Possess a sound knowledge of construction methods, Health & Safety and legal regulations
• A valid CSCS card
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with site-based team and Clients
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Proven troubleshooting skills

Company Background

The Joseph Gallagher Group is a family owned Civil Engineering business that delivers expertise whilst putting client satisfaction at the core of the business. Built on a personal reputation for honesty and quality, we understand the actions we take affect the communities and environments we operate in.

LIFE Culture

We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award-winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values.

Disability Confident Committed

We area disability confident employer and we'recommitted to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.

Reasonable Adjustments

We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to enable you to be the best you can, please contact the HR team at [e-mail].

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