Site Engineer - Civil Engineering & Water Infrastructure

Rocket Staffing Group Ltd; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Company pension scheme

27 days' annual leave plus public hols

Job summary

Rocket Staffing Group Ltd. is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a civil engineering contractor delivering projects across the Southern Water area.

You will support setting out, surveying and QA, coordinating with Site Agent, Project Manager and subcontractors to ensure delivery of construction works. Applicants with water or wastewater experience are encouraged; relevant civil infrastructure experience is also welcome.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Experience working on civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Solid understanding of construction health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out and surveying for civil engineering works.
• Establish and maintain site control, levels and survey information.
• Ensure construction works comply with drawings, specs and designs.
• Prepare and maintain Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and QA documentation.
• Review drawings and identify technical queries and issues.
• Assist with RAMS and construction methodologies.
• Support planning and coordination of site activities.
• Monitor progress and maintain site records.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and project team.
• Ensure health, safety, environmental and quality compliance.
• Assist handover documentation and project completion records.

Skills

Setting out

Surveying

Reading drawings

Health & safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

GPS surveying

Robotic total stations

Job description

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Site Engineer looking for your next opportunity within civil engineering and infrastructure?

Our client is recruiting a several Site Engineers to join an established civil engineering contractor delivering projects across the Southern Water operational area.

Working closely with the Site Agent, Project Manager, supervisors, subcontractors and design teams, you will provide essential engineering and technical support throughout project delivery.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of infrastructure projects, contributing to setting out, surveying, quality assurance, technical coordination and the successful delivery of construction works.

Candidates with previous water or wastewater experience are particularly encouraged to apply, although relevant civil engineering and infrastructure experience will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out and surveying for civil engineering works.
• Establish and maintain site control, levels and survey information.
• Ensure construction works comply with engineering drawings, specifications and approved designs.
• Undertake and record quality inspections, checks and testing.
• Prepare and maintain Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), inspection records, as-built information and QA documentation.
• Review drawings and identify technical queries, discrepancies and potential construction issues.
• Assist with the preparation and implementation of RAMS and construction methodologies.
• Support the Site Agent, Project Manager and supervisors with the planning and coordination of site activities.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate site records, including quantities and completed works.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers and the wider project team.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Assist with handover documentation and project completion records.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Previous experience working on civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Good understanding of setting out, surveying and construction techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Sound understanding of construction health and safety requirements.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to work across the Southern Water operational area.

Desirable Experience & Qualifications

• Previous experience within the water or wastewater sector.
• Experience delivering reinforced concrete structures, pipelines, deep drainage or process infrastructure.
• Experience using robotic total stations and GPS/GNSS surveying equipment.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and digital setting-out information.
• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification.
• First Aid qualification.

What's on Offer?

• £50,000-£60,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Company pension scheme.
• 27 days' annual leave plus public holidays.
• Accommodation provided when working away from home.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• The opportunity to develop your career within a growing civil engineering business.
• Involvement in important water and wastewater infrastructure projects.