Site Engineer

Talent Link; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Civil Engineering firm is seeking a Site Engineer to join their team in Stoke-on-Trent. You will ensure compliance with environmental standards, manage site survey controls, and maintain quality throughout projects. Ideal candidates will have a degree in civil engineering, experience with setting out, and strong communication skills. This role offers a dynamic environment focusing on continuous improvement and innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in setting out on civil engineering projects.
• Sound knowledge of construction methods, health and safety, and legal regulations.
• Self-driven and results-oriented with a positive outlook.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all works are completed in line with environmental requirements.
• Prepare procurement schedules and coordinate with the procurement team.
• Maintain precise site records that meet both internal and legal requirements.

Skills

Setting out on civil engineering projects

Communication skills

Results-oriented

Education

Degree qualified/HNC in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Robotic total stations

Job description

Our client, a leading Civil Engineering and Infrastructure specialist, is seeking a Site Engineer to join their team in Stoke-on-Trent.

Responsibilities of a Site Engineer

• Ensure all works are completed in line with environmental requirements.
• Uphold high-quality standards and support continuous improvement across the project.
• Ensure work is delivered free from defects and proactively identify opportunities for value engineering.
• Follow internal quality procedures and contribute to best-practice implementation.
• Set up and manage site survey controls and levels for multiple projects.
• Carry out accurate setting out of works in accordance with project drawings, performing regular checks.
• Maintain precise site records that meet both internal and legal requirements.
• Address unexpected technical issues and help resolve on-site challenges as they arise.
• Prepare procurement schedules and coordinate with the procurement team to ensure resources are available when needed.
• Create Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and deliver task briefings.
• Develop a two-week look-ahead programme in collaboration with the Site Agent.
• Complete daily site diaries and allocation sheets to support project reporting.

Required Experience for Site Engineer

• Previous experience in setting out on civil engineering projects
• Sound knowledge of construction methods, health and safety, and legal regulations
• Fully conversant with the use of robotic total stations or EDM instruments
• Degree qualified/HNC (or equivalent) in civil engineering
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook

Desirable

• Experience in using AutoCAD and MS Office
• Temporary-works co-ordination
• CSCS card
• Cable avoidance training
• First aid training
• NEBOSH or IOSH