Site Engineer

Carrington West; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

12+ month contract

Tier 1 contractor exposure

Job summary

Carrington West is recruiting a Site Engineer for a long-term role in Manchester. The project focuses on water/wastewater with modern digital delivery methods and BIM-driven infrastructure. Immediate start available and a competitive daily rate.

You will lead setting-out operations, collaborate with the Project Manager, and ensure accurate surveying, reporting, and data handling using AutoCAD on a 12+ month engagement.

Qualifications

• Proven setting out experience.
• Experience with GNSS and data collectors.
• Background in wastewater/water sector.
• Strong communication and ability to oversee juniors.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Equipment provided (TS16, GPS) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Execute setting out tasks with precision, including levelling and traversing.
• Oversee day-to-day site operations with the Project Manager.
• Verify plans, drawings, and setting-out co-ordinations.
• Utilise GNSS devices and data collectors on site.
• Process field data using AutoCAD post-processing.
• Mentor junior team members as needed.

Skills

Setting out

Levelling

Traversing

Survey methods

GNSS equipment

Data collectors

Team leadership

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Exciting Opportunity for a Site Engineer in the Water/Wastewater Industry

Role: Site Engineer

Location: Manchester

Rate: Up to £450 per day DOE - LTD Company/ Outside IR35(Must provide own TS16, GPS and other relevant equipment)

Duration: 12 Months+

Sector: Wastewater Non-Infrastructure

About the business

Join a dynamic contractor at the forefront of the industry, currently spearheading projects within the United Utilities Water framework. Our commitment to excellence has opened up an exciting opportunity for a talented Site Engineer to contribute to upcoming development works linked to Wastwater/Water treatment works in the Lancashire region. This contractor is recognised for embracing innovation and digital engineering, investing heavily in modern construction technologies, BIM and digital delivery systems to improve project performance. If you're looking to work for a business that is pushing the boundaries of technology within the sector, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute setting out tasks with precision, ensuring accuracy in levelling and traversing.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager in overseeing day-to-day site operations, including surveying and progress reporting.
• Verify plans, drawings, and setting out co-ordinations for seamless project execution.
• Utilize modern survey methods and devices, including global navigation satellite systems and data collectors.
• Process field data efficiently using post-processing software such as AutoCAD.
• Take accountability for and guide junior team members as needed.

Requirements

• Proven setting out experience, showcasing expertise in levelling and traversing.
• Proficiency in modern survey methods and devices, including hands-on experience with global navigation satellite systems and data collectors.
• Background in the wastewater/water sector, demonstrating a solid understanding of the industry.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to oversee junior team members effectively.
• Possession of a full clean driving licence.
• Relevant Equipment provided (TS16, GPS, etc or equivalent)

Why you should apply

• Competitive rate of up to £450 per day
• Long-term engagement with a 12 month+ duration.
• Opportunity to work for an industry-leading Tier 1 contractor delivering flagship AMP8 projects.
• Exposure to innovative digital engineering systems and modern methods of construction.
• Immediate start available.

At Carrington West, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Join us in pushing the boundaries of innovation in the water/wastewater sector!