Site Engineer

NES Fircroft; Seaham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft are recruiting a Site Engineer to support HVDC cable installation on major UK transmission projects. You will provide on-site engineering support to ensure works meet drawings, specifications, ITPs and project QA requirements.

Experience on HVDC and temporary works is highly desirable. The role requires 5+ years in site engineering on HVDC or similar, with ability to read drawings, coordinate with the Site/Construction Manager, and maintain a proactive safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in site engineering/construction, with HVDC exposure.
• Experience on major infrastructure or power transmission projects.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs and method statements.
• Familiarity with UK construction standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day engineering support for HVDC cable installation and civil works.
• Set out and survey cable routes, ducts, trenches, and related infrastructure.
• Review drawings, specs, construction methodologies and documentation.
• Ensure works comply with designs, method statements, risk assessments and ITPs.
• Coordinate with Site Manager, supervisors, subcontractors and design teams.
• Monitor installation activities, including cable pulling, laying and protection.

Skills

HVDC installation

Site coordination

Reading drawings

Surveying / Set out

HSE awareness

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor/HND/HNC in Civil Engineering

Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

NES Fircroft are currently recruiting for a Site Engineer for our client, who are a multinational, industry leader in high-voltage power cabling.

Reports To: Site Manager / Construction Manager

Duration: 12-month initial contract, project to last 2-3 years

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support the delivery of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) cable installation works on major UK transmission infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will provide engineering support to site construction activities, ensuring that HVDC cable installation works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, inspection and test plans, and project requirements.

Experience working on HVDC cable installation projects is highly desirable, with a strong understanding of construction engineering, cable installation activities, temporary works, and site quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day engineering support for HVDC cable installation and associated civil works.
• Set out and survey cable routes, joint bays, ducts, trenches, access roads, compounds, and other associated infrastructure.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, construction methodologies, and technical documentation.
• Ensure construction activities are carried out in accordance with approved designs, method statements, risk assessments, and ITPs.
• Work closely with the Site Manager, Construction Manager, supervisors, subcontractors, surveyors, and design teams.
• Monitor cable installation activities, including cable pulling, handling, laying, joint bay preparation, duct installation, cable protection, and reinstatement where applicable.
• Coordinate engineering interfaces between civil works, cable installation, temporary works, and other project disciplines.
• Undertake site inspections and dimensional checks and ensure works are constructed to the required tolerances.
• Assist with resolving technical issues and raise RFIs where clarification from the design team is required.
• Maintain accurate site records, inspection documentation, as-built information, and engineering reports.
• Support quality assurance and quality control activities, including inspections and testing.
• Monitor subcontractor works and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Assist with progress measurement and reporting.
• Support the preparation and review of construction documentation.
• Ensure all engineering activities are undertaken in accordance with UK health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture and stop or escalation works where unsafe conditions or non-conformances are identified.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in site engineering/construction, with significant experience on HVDC cable installation or HVDC transmission projects.
• Proven experience working on major infrastructure, power transmission, cable installation, or similar construction projects.
• Good understanding of HVDC cable installation processes and associated civil engineering works.
• Experience working on UK construction sites and familiarity with UK construction standards and practices.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, specifications, method statements, and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of site quality, inspection, surveying, and construction control processes.
• Good knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements within major construction projects.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively with site teams, subcontractors, designers, and project management.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Degree/HND/HNC in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) qualification/experience CITB
• Experience with temporary works design, installation, inspection, and control.
• Experience on UK HVDC interconnector, offshore wind transmission, or major electricity transmission projects.
• Experience with cable trenches, joint bays, ducting, access roads, excavations, reinstatement, and associated civil works.
• Experience using surveying equipment and/or AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Temporary Works Coordinator certification in accordance with recognised UK temporary works procedures.
• Experience working under NEC contracts would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong technical and engineering judgement.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good understanding of construction sequencing and site operations.
• Ability to identify and resolve engineering issues proactively.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
• Effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to health, safety, quality, and environmental performance.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary site team.

Personal Attributes

• Safety-focused and committed to delivering high-quality work.
• Practical and solutions-oriented.
• Professional and reliable.
• Confident communicating with subcontractors, supervisors, engineers, and management.
• Willing to work in a demanding site environment and travel as required.
• Strong team player with a proactive attitude.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a Site Engineer with 5+ years of relevant construction experience, including substantial experience on HVDC cable installation projects. A Civil Engineering degree or HNC/HND, combined with Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) experience, would be highly advantageous.

Candidates should have a strong practical understanding of HVDC cable installation and associated civil works and be comfortable working in a large, multidisciplinary UK construction environment.