Site Engineer

Linsco Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Site Engineer for the Leicester area. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day engineering tasks across various projects, ensuring quality and compliance while working closely with site teams. Applicants must have a degree in Civil Engineering and relevant site experience. This role offers clear career progression into senior positions within a supportive environment. A full UK driving licence is required.

Benefits

Exposure to varied projects

Clear progression opportunities

Professional and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in civil engineering or groundworks projects is essential.
• Solid understanding of construction methods and industry standards.
• Ability to work effectively within a site team.

Responsibilities

• Set out works according to drawings and specifications.
• Manage quality control and ensure compliance with standards.
• Liaise with management, subcontractors, and design teams.

Skills

Setting out works using GPS

Quality control management

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Total Station

Job description

Site Engineer - Site Team (Leicester Area)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per year (DOE)

Job Type: Full-time

Location: On-site (Various East Midlands)

Schedule: Monday to Friday

About the Role

Our client, a well-established and respected Civil Engineering contractor, is seeking an experienced and driven Site Engineer to join their site team in the Leicester area. This role offers the opportunity to take on greater responsibility, working across a range of civil engineering projects and playing a key part in their successful delivery on site.

As a Site Engineer, you will be heavily involved in the day-to-day engineering and setting-out activities, working closely with site management, subcontractors, and project teams to ensure works are delivered safely, accurately, and to programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting out works in accordance with drawings and specifications
• Managing quality control, inspections, and ensuring works meet required standards
• Producing and maintaining site records, including as-built information
• Liaising with site management, subcontractors, and design teams
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations and company procedures
• Assisting with short-term planning and resolving technical issues on site

What We're Looking For

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Previous experience working as a Site Engineer within civil engineering or groundworks projects
• Strong setting-out experience using GPS, total station, and associated equipment
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and relevant engineering software
• Solid understanding of construction methods, specifications, and industry standards
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a site team

What's in it for You?

• A secure role with a reputable civil engineering contractor
• Exposure to a variety of technically interesting projects across the region
• Clear opportunities for progression into Senior Site Engineer or Management roles
• A professional, supportive site environment with long-term work prospects

If you're an experienced Site Engineer looking to take the next step in your career and be part of a growing contractor delivering quality civil engineering projects, we'd love to hear from you.

You must be eligible to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence to be considered for this role.

Applications

If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more, please apply online today, attaching a copy of your current CV.

Due to the vast number of applications that we receive, it is not possible for us to contact all applicants; therefore, only suitable candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear anything back within 7 days of submitting your application, you have unfortunately not been selected.

Linsco is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered on their merits regardless of background, characteristics or personal circumstances. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.