Site Engineer

Fawkes and Reece; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Watford is seeking a Site Engineer to manage setting out and temporary works on educational and healthcare projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in similar sectors and be skilled in technical problem solving and communication. Competitive salary and career progression opportunities are offered alongside significant projects in a collaborative work culture.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Generous benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Site Engineer, ideally within the education and healthcare sector.
• Good knowledge of setting out and temporary works.
• Experience in Steel and RC Frame projects.
• Teamwork and excellent communication skills are essential.
• Ability to travel to multiple project locations.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with temporary works coordinators for safety compliance.
• Carry out setting out using total stations and GPS.
• Support the site team in technical issue resolution.
• Assist in preparing risk assessments and quality documentation.
• Communicate with Project Manager and teams to meet deadlines.

Skills

Setting out using total stations and GPS equipment

Temporary works knowledge

Technical issue resolution

Good communication skills

Job description

Reference: SEEE_1755188806
Posted: August 14, 2025

We have a great opportunity for a Site Engineer to join a Tier 1 Contractor. Their projects are focused on the Education and Healthcare sectors. As the Site Engineer, you will play a big part in managing the setting out and temporary works across multiple sites within North London and Essex. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to work with an established Tier 1 Contractor that values their staff.

Site Engineer Responsibilities

• Liaise with temporary works coordinators to ensure safety and compliance across all projects
• Carry out the setting out using total stations and GPS equipment
• Support the site team in resolving any technical issues that arise
• Assist with preparing risk assessments, method statements and quality documentation
• Communicate with the Project Manager, Site teams and Subcontractors to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met

The Ideal Site Engineer

• Previous experience as a Site Engineer, ideally within the education and Healthcare sector.
• Good setting out and temporary works knowledge
• Experience with both Steel and RC Frame projects
• The ability to work well as part of a team and excellent communication skills
• The Ability to travel to multiple project locations

What's on Offer?

• A competitive Salary and generous benefits package
• The opportunity for career progression with a Tier 1 Contractor
• The ability to work on significant and rewarding projects focused on the education and healthcare sector
• A collaborative work culture with a leading Tier 1 Contractor

Please get in touch with Rhea from Fawkes & Reece for more information - [e-mail]