Site Engineer

Browne Group; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Browne Group is seeking a Site Engineer in the UK to support safe, accurate delivery of water mains, sewers and civil projects. You will link design and construction, set out works, carry out surveys, and maintain records.

You will work with project managers, designers and operations teams, reviewing drawings, solving issues, and ensuring quality, safety, and environmental standards across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND, Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in water/wastewater projects preferred.
• CSCS card and UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Set out works and carry out engineering surveys on site.
• Review drawings and specifications and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain accurate as-built/as-laid records and documentation.
• Support QA activities and environmental compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers and site teams.

Skills

Site engineering

Setting out

Surveying pipelines

Drawings interpretation

Documentation

Problem solving

MS Office

CSCS card

Driving licence

Education

HNC/HND or degree

Tools

Total Station

GNSS/GPS

Levelling

MS Office

Job description

At Browne, we deliver essential water and wastewater infrastructure that serves local communities. We're looking for a Site Engineer to support the safe, accurate and efficient delivery of water mains, sewers and associated civil engineering projects.

As a Site Engineer, you will provide technical engineering support across a range of water and wastewater projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, to specification and in line with programme requirements. Acting as the link between design and construction teams, you will be responsible for setting out works, carrying out engineering surveys, maintaining accurate as-laid records and providing technical guidance to site teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Working closely with Project Managers, Site Supervisors, Designers and operational teams, you will review drawings and specifications, identify and resolve technical issues, support quality assurance activities and help ensure that all engineering and asset information is accurately captured. You will contribute to the successful delivery of projects while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and environmental compliance.

About Browne

At Browne, we are engineering with purpose.

We’re a leading UK contractor working in the water and civil engineering sectors, delivering projects that help improve everyday life. From building pipelines and upgrading pumping stations to maintaining reservoirs and drainage systems, we support cleaner water, stronger infrastructure and more reliable services for communities.

We offer a wide range of career opportunities both on site and behind the scenes. Whether your skills are in engineering, project delivery, safety, sustainability, commercial, planning or business support, there’s a place for you at Browne. We value different perspectives and experiences, and we’re proud to be a Silver Award Investors in Diversity accredited employer.

Our teams use smart technology and a hands-on approach to make sure every job is delivered safely and to a high standard. We support our clients through the full life of their assets, from construction and mechanical systems to long-term maintenance.

Browne is part of Renew Holdings plc, a UK-based group of specialist engineering companies

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented engineering professional with:

• Site engineering experience within civil engineering, utilities, water or wastewater projects.
• Experience setting out and surveying pipelines, chambers and associated infrastructure using Total Station, GNSS/GPS and levelling equipment.
• A strong understanding of water mains, sewer installation and civil engineering construction methods.
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, levels, coordinates and construction details.
• Experience producing accurate as-built/as-laid records and maintaining engineering documentation.
• Strong problem-solving, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with site and design teams.
• Competence in Microsoft Office and working with digital drawings and document control systems.
• An HNC/HND, Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, or demonstrable equivalent site engineering experience.
• A valid CSCS card and full UK driving licence.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a business delivering vital infrastructure projects across the water industry. You'll work on challenging and rewarding schemes, collaborate with experienced professionals and have the opportunity to further develop your technical and professional career within a supportive and safety-focused environment.

If you're looking to take the next step in your engineering career and want to help deliver high quality projects that make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.