Site Engineer

Carmichael UK; Penrith; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK are recruiting a Site Engineer to support a major highways infrastructure project in Cumbria. You will oversee earthworks, drainage and temporary works, delivering setting-out and QA in line with drawings, specs and project tolerances.

Reporting to the Senior Engineer, you will produce as-built records, manage ITPs and QCs, and support site safety and planning. A strong setting-out background and valid CSCS card are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Engineer on highways or major civil projects.
• Strong setting-out background with GPS/total stations.
• Experience QA procedures, inspections and handover documentation.
• Knowledge of earthworks, drainage, kerbing, pavement construction and RCC works.
• CSCS card and full UK driving licence.
• HNC/HND or degree in Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out using GPS, robotic total stations and surveying equipment.
• Ensure works are in accordance with drawings, specs and tolerances.
• Produce and maintain QA documentation and ITPs.
• Produce as-built surveys and associated records.
• Raise RFIs and technical queries; support subcontractors.
• Monitor progress and assist with short-term planning.
• Assist with temporary works, permits and construction docs.
• Support client quality audits and site inspections.

Skills

Setting out

QA procedures

Planning support

Safety compliance

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

CSCS Card

Surveying equipment (GPS/Total Station)

Leica/Trimble/Topcon tools

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

SITE ENGINEER – CUMBRIA – HIGHWAYS – LONG TERM CONTRACT – INSIDE IR35

The Opportunity

Site Engineers currently required to work with a Tier 1 highways contractor delivering a major highways infrastructure project in the North West. Due to continued project growth, we are looking to appoint an experienced Site Engineer to support the delivery of earthworks, drainage, structures and highways construction works.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established project team on a long-term scheme with strong future career progression opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out setting out using GPS, robotic total stations and surveying equipment.
• Ensuring all works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications and project tolerances.
• Producing and maintaining quality assurance documentation.
• Managing Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), check sheets and quality records.
• Conducting site inspections and supporting client quality audits.
• Producing as-built surveys and associated records.
• Raising RFIs and technical queries where required.
• Supporting subcontractors with engineering information and technical guidance.
• Monitoring progress and assisting with short-term planning activities.
• Ensuring works are delivered safely and in line with company procedures.
• Assisting with temporary works, permits and construction documentation as required.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Site Engineer on highways or major civil engineering projects.
• Strong setting out background.
• Experience managing QA procedures, inspections and handover documentation.
• Knowledge of earthworks, drainage, kerbing, pavement construction and reinforced concrete works.
• Competent using Leica, Trimble or Topcon surveying equipment.
• Experience producing as-built records and quality documentation.
• HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Valid CSCS Card.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• SMSTS or SSSTS.
• Temporary Works Coordinator or Supervisor experience.
• National Highways project experience.
• Knowledge of digital engineering and machine control systems.

What's On Offer?

• Long-term project pipeline in the North West.
• Opportunity to work with an industry-leading contractor.
• Exposure to major infrastructure projects with a recognised delivery team.