Site Engineer

Linear Recruitment; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car/allowance

Pension

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

25 days annual leave

Employee assistance

Flexible benefits

Training & progression

Job security

Job summary

Linear Recruitment is seeking a Site Engineer to join a leading civil engineering contractor in the UK. You will provide engineering support across multiple projects, establishing survey control, setting out works and maintaining site records to ensure safe, on-time delivery and the highest quality standards.

The role requires prior setting out experience on civil/infrastructure projects and the ability to work independently, with progression opportunities within a growing Tier 1 contractor.

Qualifications

• Previous setting out experience on civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and health & safety legislation.
• Competent with robotic total stations and EDM surveying equipment.
• Degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Establish level and survey control for construction works.
• Set out detailed works in accordance with contract drawings.
• Carry out regular quality and accuracy checks.
• Maintain accurate site records and documentation.
• Resolve technical issues on site.
• Produce procurement schedules and coordinate material requirements.
• Prepare Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and Task Briefings.
• Produce two-week look-ahead programmes with the Site Agent.
• Complete Site Diaries and Allocation Sheets.
• Promote safe working practices and ensure health and environmental compliance.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and drive continuous improvement.
• Deliver projects to high quality with minimal defects.

Skills

Setting out experience

Health & safety knowledge

Surveying equipment

Communication skills

Problem solving

Independent working

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Temporary Works Coordinator

CSCS Card

Cable Avoidance Training

First Aid

NEBOSH/IOSH

Job description

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Site Engineer to join a leading privately owned Tier 1 civil engineering contractor with over 40 years of success delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK.

Working across long-term framework agreements and flagship infrastructure schemes, you'll play a key role in delivering projects within the water, transport, energy and built environment sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking for long-term career progression within a stable and growing business that promotes from within.

The Role

As Site Engineer, you will be responsible for providing engineering support across multiple civil engineering projects. You will establish survey control, set out works in accordance with contract drawings, maintain accurate site records and support the successful delivery of projects safely, on time and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish level and survey control for construction works.

• Set out detailed works in accordance with contract drawings.

• Carry out regular quality and accuracy checks.

• Maintain accurate site records and documentation.

• Resolve technical issues as they arise on site.

• Produce procurement schedules and coordinate material requirements.

• Prepare Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and Task Briefings.

• Produce two-week look-ahead programmes with the Site Agent.

• Complete Site Diaries and Allocation Sheets.

• Promote safe working practices and ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation.

• Identify opportunities for value engineering and continuous improvement.

• Deliver projects to the highest quality standards with minimal defects.

About You

You'll have previous experience working as a Site Engineer on civil engineering or infrastructure projects and be confident setting out works independently.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous setting out experience on civil engineering projects.

• Strong understanding of construction methods and health & safety legislation.

• Competent using robotic total stations and EDM surveying equipment.

• Degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem solving.

Desirable

• AutoCAD experience.

• Microsoft Office proficiency.

• Temporary Works Coordinator experience.

• CSCS Card.

• Cable Avoidance Training.

• First Aid qualification.

• NEBOSH or IOSH certification.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary.

• Company car or car allowance (role dependent).

• Company pension.

• Life assurance.

• Private medical insurance.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional loyalty days.

• Employee Assistance Programme.

• Flexible benefits package.

• Volunteering leave.

• Ongoing technical and leadership training.

• Structured career progression within a growing Tier 1 contractor.

• Long-term job security through major UK infrastructure frameworks.