Site Engineer

Randstad Construction and Property; Penrith; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE seeks a highly skilled Site Engineer for a major highway infrastructure project in Penrith, Cumbria. You will lead site operations, manage direct labour and subcontractors, and perform precise setting out with rigorous survey records.

The role requires 2–3 years of highway experience, a civil engineering qualification, and a valid CSCS/SSTS or SMSTS certificate. Immediate start offered on a 3-month contract with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• 2–3 years of experience as Site Engineer with a Tier 1 contractor in highways.
• Valid UK driving licence, CSCS card, and SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• Advanced ability to read engineering drawings and manage site logistics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee site operations, including direct labour and subcontractors.
• Perform precise setting out and dimensional checks with accurate survey records.
• Conduct quality assurance tasks, including compaction testing and volume take-offs.
• Develop Works Package Plans, risk assessments and method statements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations on site.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineering staff; maintain daily site diaries.

Skills

Site engineering

Surveying

Quality assurance

Health & safety

Documentation

Education

Civil Engineering degree

HND/HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Dimensional surveys

Project documentation tools

Job description

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and professional Site Engineer to join a major highway infrastructure project in Penrith, Cumbria. This initiative involves the development of a dual carriageway, with a specific focus on complex earthworks and drainage infrastructure for the A66 scheme. Due to project requirements, we are looking for candidates who are available to start immediately.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee site operations, managing both direct labour and subcontracted teams.
• Execute precise setting out, conduct dimensional checks, and maintain rigorous survey records.
• Perform quality assurance tasks, including compaction testing and volume take-offs.
• Develop essential documentation, including Works Package Plans, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Ensure full compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations on-site.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineering staff while maintaining accurate daily site diaries.

Qualifications

• Degree, HND, or HNC in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• 2-3 years of experience as a Site Engineer with a Tier 1 contractor, specifically in highways.
• Valid UK driving licence, CSCS card, and SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• Advanced technical ability in reading engineering drawings and managing site logistics.

Employment Details

• Contract Type: 3 month contract with the potential for extension
• Salary: up to £440 per day (Umbrella rate, inside IR35)
• Location: Penrith, Cumbria

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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