Site Engineer

Construction, Property and Engineering; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a Site Engineer to support highways and infrastructure projects in Norfolk. You will set out using GPS, run GI/topography surveys, and supervise on-site works with subcontractors while managing safety, permits, and RAMS.

The role requires CSCS, SSSTS/SMSTS, First Aid at Work, and flexibility for night-shift carriageway work, reporting to the Agent and ensuring right-first-time delivery on a major regional scheme.

Qualifications

• Site surveying and GPS setting out experience.
• Ground investigation (GI) and topo surveys experience.
• Sub-contractor supervision on site.
• Managing RAMS, ITPs and daily diaries.
• Safety leadership and permits management.
• Night-shift weather/traffic management readiness.
• CSCS Card, SSSTS/SMSTS, First Aid at Work are required.

Responsibilities

• Set out and survey points using GPS and manage site survey packages.
• Supervise on-site works and subcontractor activities.
• Issue permits to dig and conduct pre-construction equipment checks and lead safety on site.
• Enforce ITPs, track non-conformances, and maintain daily diaries and RAMS reviews.
• Conduct pre-/post-work landowner surveys and oversee traffic management, including night shifts.
• Report to the Agent and ensure right-first-time delivery on site.

Skills

GPS setting out

Site surveying

On-site supervision

CAT & Genny operation

Ground investigation (GI)

RAMS & ITPs

Night shift readiness

Education

CSCS Card

SSSTS/SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Tools

RD4000

RD8000 CAT & Genny

Job description

Site Engineer (Highways & Infrastructure)

Location: Norfolk

Contract Rate: £350 - £450 per day (LTD / Outside IR35)

Engagement Type: Long-Term Contract

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

Project Overview

We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to provide support during the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and detailed design stage for a major regional infrastructure scheme in Norfolk.

The project scope includes 2.5km of new single carriageway, active travel routes, roundabouts, new bridge structures, major drainage, utility diversions, and 800m of dual carriageway/interchange modifications. You will report directly to the Agent and manage on-site survey works, ground investigations, and site clearance activities safely, efficiently, and "right first time."

Key Responsibilities

• Site Surveying & Setting Out: Set out and survey points/locations using GPS. Manage site survey packages including topography, Ground Investigation (GI), pavement, and drainage.

• Front-Line Supervision: Supervise on-site works, front-line teams, and sub-contractor activities. Manage sub-contractor accounts alongside the commercial/QS team.

• Safety & Permits: Issue and manage Permits to Dig, execute pre-construction equipment checks, and lead site safety. Must be proficient in operating RD4000 or RD8000 CAT & Genny.

• Quality & Record Keeping: Enforce Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), track non-conformances, and maintain accurate daily site diaries, variations, and RAMS reviews via app-based management tools.

• Landowner & Traffic Interface: Carry out pre- and post-work surveys in accordance with landowner requirements. Oversee traffic management (including occasional night shifts for carriageway works).

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Proven track record as a Site Engineer on UK civil engineering, highways, or major infrastructure projects.

• Technical Skills: Expert in setting out (GPS), service location (CAT & Genny), GI/topo surveys, and sub-contractor supervision.

• Certifications: Valid CSCS Card, SSSTS/SMSTS, and First Aid at Work.

• Flexibility: Willingness to work night shifts when required for carriageway traffic management.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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