Site Engineer (Earthworks)

Carmichael UK; Brackley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term HS2 project

Career progression

Safety-first environment

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support HS2 earthworks and civils near Brackley. You will lead setting-out, surveying, and on-site coordination to ensure works meet design levels and safety standards.

The role requires strong technical skills, CSCS, SMSTS, and a full UK driving licence. You will monitor volumes, progress, and QA records, while liaising with contractors, plant operators, and client representatives.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent required.
• CSCS card essential; SMSTS/SSSTS and lifting/temporary works awareness beneficial.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Complete accurate setting-out and surveying for large earthworks operations including cut/fill, embankments, soil stabilisation, haul roads, and drainage.
• Provide engineering control to ensure works adhere to design levels, environmental constraints, and HS2 tolerances.
• Support quality assurance by recording as-built data, inspections, and ITP documentation.
• Monitor earthworks volumes, productivity, and progress, feeding into programme forecasting and reporting.
• Communicate effectively with construction teams, subcontractors, plant operators, and client representatives.
• Participate in risk assessments, method statements, and daily task briefings.
• Maintain compliance with HS2 health, safety, and environmental standards including spoil classification and material tracking.
• Assist with temporary works coordination, survey validations, and resolving technical queries on site.
• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure adherence to CDM regulations and project policies.

Skills

Earthworks delivery

Surveying coordination

Site monitoring

Record keeping

Communication on site

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

GPS

Total Station

Laser levels

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting an experienced Site Engineer to support large-scale earthworks and civils activities on the HS2 project near Brackley. This role is ideal for an engineer with strong technical and site operational skills, looking to contribute to the development of one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete accurate setting-out and surveying for large earthworks operations including cut/fill, embankments, soil stabilisation, haul roads, and drainage.
• Provide engineering control to ensure all works adhere to design levels, environmental constraints, and HS2 tolerances.
• Support quality assurance activities by recording as-built data, conducting inspections, and completing ITP documentation.
• Monitor earthworks volumes, productivity, and progress, feeding into programme forecasting and reporting.
• Communicate effectively with construction teams, subcontractors, plant operators, and client representatives.
• Participate in risk assessments, method statements, and daily task briefings.
• Maintain compliance with HS2 health, safety, and environmental standards including spoil classification and material tracking.
• Assist with temporary works coordination, survey validations, and resolving technical queries on site.
• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure adherence to CDM regulations and project policies.

Skills & Experience

• Strong background in earthworks delivery on major civils or highways projects.
• Competent in surveying equipment (GPS, Total Station, laser levels) and site monitoring tools.
• Good understanding of material classification, compaction requirements, and environmental controls.
• Ability to manage records digitally and interpret technical drawings.
• Previous experience working on HS2 or with high-profile civil engineering schemes is desirable.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• CSCS card essential; SMSTS/SSSTS and lifting/temporary works awareness beneficial.
• Full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on long-term HS2 infrastructure packages.
• Clear pathway for progression and professional development.
• A collaborative, safety-first working environment