Site Engineer

MGR Recruitment Ltd; West Devon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

MGR Recruitment is seeking an experienced Site Engineer for a major civil infrastructure project near Plymouth. The role focuses on setting out, survey control, and ensuring works meet design specs on a long-term marine development with strong career potential.

The package ranges from £40,000 to £55,000, with a monthly car allowance, accommodation and overtime. Applicants should have a civil engineering qualification and knowledge of Leica survey equipment; CSCS and relevant surveying background

Qualifications

• A civil engineering or construction-related qualification is required.
• Experience with surveying or site engineering work.
• CSCS card (White PQP/AQP, or Red Trainee/Provisional) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out accurate setting out for construction works
• Establishing and maintaining survey control across site
• Monitoring works to ensure compliance with design specifications
• Supporting machine control and ensuring accuracy of operations

Skills

Surveying knowledge

Site engineering experience

Education

HNC/BSc/BEng/MEng or equivalent

Tools

Leica survey equipment (GPS, total station, levels)

Job description

Site Engineer

Plymouth

£40k-55k + Car Allowance & Accommodation (Depending on Level)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Engineer to join a leading civil engineering contractor on a major infrastructure project based near Plymouth. This long-term scheme, situated on a high-profile marine development, is expected to continue beyond 2029, offering genuine stability and career progression.

Duties

• Carrying out accurate setting out for construction works
• Establishing and maintaining survey control across site
• Monitoring works to ensure compliance with design specifications
• Supporting machine control and ensuring accuracy of operations

Requirements

• A civil engineering or construction-related qualification (HNC, BSc, BEng, MEng or similar)
• Confident with Leica survey equipment - GPS, total station and levels
• Background in surveying or site engineering
• CSCS card (White PQP/AQP, or Red Trainee/Provisional)
• Desirable: TWS/TWC, First Aid at Work, ITP experience, groundworks/earthworks background or nuclear experience

Package

• £40,000-£55,000 (depending on experience)
• Monthly car allowance
• Accommodation allowance
• Generous overtime rates
• Employer pension contribution
• Long-term project with genuine job security

About Us

MGR Recruitment is an established leader in recruitment services for the Land, Utility, and Site Engineering sectors. We are currently seeking motivated and skilled UK-based Site Engineers, Land, Utility, and Rail Surveyors for several positions nationally.

MGR Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All recruitment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age