Site Engineer

RTL Group Ltd; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Long-term contract

Competitive day rates

Job summary

RTL Group Ltd in Walton-on-Thames is recruiting an experienced Site Engineer for a major water treatment project. You will set out works, supervise subcontractors, and ensure delivery aligns with programme, drawings and QA standards. The role requires proficiency with Leica/Trimble surveying and AutoCAD, a valid CSCS card, full UK driving licence, and a strong safety mindset.

An SMSTS/SSSTS is desirable. This long-term contract offers competitive day rates and the chance to contribute to

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Engineer on water/utilities/heavy civil projects.
• Experience with reinforced concrete structures, drainage, pipelines or water treatment infrastructure.
• Proficient with Leica and/or Trimble surveying equipment.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.

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

QA documentation

Site coordination

Survey coordination

Health & safety awareness

Tools

AutoCAD

Leica surveying

Trimble surveying

Job description

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

The Role

As a Site Engineer, you'll play a key role in the successful delivery of water treatment and associated civil engineering works, ensuring activities are completed safely, accurately, and in line with programme requirements.

Site Engineer 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.

Site Engineer Requirements

• 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.
• Valid CSCS Card (essential).
• 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.