Site Engineer

Bimplus; Reading; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimplus is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a major water treatment project in Reading. You will be setting out structures, pipelines and reinforced concrete works, and you will work closely with the Site Agent to maintain programme milestones.

The role requires strong surveying skills with Leica/Trimble equipment, proficient AutoCAD, QA documentation, and a solid health and safety focus. Immediate start available on a long-term contract.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Site Engineer on water, utilities, or heavy civil engineering projects.
• Experience with reinforced concrete structures, drainage, pipelines, or water treatment infrastructure.
• Competent in using Leica and/or Trimble surveying equipment.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of setting out, engineering controls, and QA procedures.
• Full UK driving licence.
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Setting out for water treatment structures, pipelines, reinforced concrete works, and associated infrastructure.
• Carrying out topographical and as‑built surveys.
• Producing and maintaining QA documentation and accurate site records.
• Supervising subcontractors and ensuring works are completed in accordance with specifications and drawings.
• Working closely with the Site Agent and Project Manager to achieve programme milestones.
• Resolving technical queries with the design and commercial teams.
• Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Monitoring engineering progress and maintaining accurate records of completed works.

Skills

Setting out

Site surveying

QA procedures

Project coordination

Health & safety

Tools

AutoCAD

Leica/Trimble

Driving licence

Job description

We're recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer to join a major water treatment project in Reading.

The Role

• Setting out for water treatment structures, pipelines, reinforced concrete works, and associated infrastructure.
• Carrying out topographical and as‑built surveys.
• Producing and maintaining QA documentation and accurate site records.
• Supervising subcontractors and ensuring works are completed in accordance with specifications and drawings.
• Working closely with the Site Agent and Project Manager to achieve programme milestones.
• Resolving technical queries with the design and commercial teams.
• Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Monitoring engineering progress and maintaining accurate records of completed works.
• Previous experience as a Site Engineer on water, utilities, or heavy civil engineering projects.
• Experience with reinforced concrete structures, drainage, pipelines, or water treatment infrastructure.
• Competent in using Leica and/or Trimble surveying equipment.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of setting out, engineering controls, and QA procedures.
• Full UK driving licence.
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification is desirable.

What's on Offer

• Immediate start available from 10th August.
• Competitive day rates of £320–£400 per shift, depending on experience.
• Long-term contract opportunity.
• The chance to work with a respected contractor on a major water treatment infrastructure project.
• Opportunity to contribute to the delivery of essential utilities infrastructure with ongoing career prospects.