Site Engineer – Civil Earthworks & Infrastructure Projects

Blackwell Earthmoving Limited; Basildon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Lodging

Life Insurance + Private Medical

Job summary

Blackwell Earthmoving Limited, part of Hargreaves Services Plc, is hiring a Site Engineer to support major UK projects such as HS2 and Lower Thames Crossing. You will assist with GNSS surveys, QA, and documentation to ensure safety and standards. A year of earthworks experience, GCSE B in Maths/Physics, and ICE/IEng progression are preferred.

Join a leading contractor delivering large-scale civil engineering work with a strong focus on quality and safety in Basildon and wider UK sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year’s experience in earthworks or civil engineering, with high-quality results.
• GCSE Maths and Physics grade B required; ICE membership eligibility toward IEng.

Responsibilities

• Conduct GNSS-based site surveys and set out earthworks using batter rails, travellers, and stakeouts.
• Review and validate 3D machine control models for automated earthmoving equipment.
• Interpret drawings, specs and works information to determine construction methods with Foreman.
• Prepare and maintain essential project documentation: Plans, RAMS, ITPs, and Checklists.
• Manage QA processes and ensure checks are completed before work begins.
• Perform spot soil quality checks, including plasticity and moisture content testing.
• Support near-term rolling-wave planning to maintain project efficiency.
• Identify and report contractual events to the Commercial Team.
• Accurately document verbal instructions with supporting sketches and details.

Skills

Earthworks experience

Civil engineering knowledge

Education

GCSE Maths & Physics (B)

Job description

Blackwell Earthmoving Limited, part of Hargreaves Services Plc, is hiring a Site Engineer to support major UK projects such as HS2 and Lower Thames Crossing. You will assist with GNSS surveys, QA, and documentation to ensure safety and standards. A year of earthworks experience, GCSE B in Maths/Physics, and ICE/IEng progression are preferred.

Join a leading contractor delivering large-scale civil engineering work with a strong focus on quality and safety in Basildon and wider UK sites.