Site Engineer – Earthworks BB

GirlingJones; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in Bridgwater is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to oversee earthworks and material handling on a major infrastructure project. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering, strong project experience, and excellent organizational skills. Responsibilities include supervising operations, managing logistics, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in earthworks or material handling on large-scale civil projects.
• Strong understanding of surveying and setting out.
• Knowledge of earthworks materials, compaction, and testing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor earthworks operations including excavation and compaction.
• Manage and optimise material handling logistics to ensure efficiency.
• Carry out setting out, surveying, and quality control.

Skills

Earthworks

Material handling logistics

Surveying and setting out

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree or HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

GPS

Total station

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer with a strong background in earthworks and material handling operations to join our clients growing civil engineering team on a major infrastructure project in Bridgwater.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting daily site activities, ensuring efficient handling and movement of materials, accurate setting out, and maintaining high safety and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor earthworks operations including excavation, hauling, placement, and compaction.
• Manage and optimise material handling logistics to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Carry out setting out, surveying, and quality control in line with design specifications.
• Coordinate with site managers, foremen, and plant operators to plan work sequences.
• Monitor haul routes, stockpiles, and cut/fill balances.
• Ensure all operations comply with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Maintain accurate records of daily progress, quantities, and as-built data.
• Liaise with subcontractors, designers, and the client’s representatives.

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree or HND in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in earthworks, bulk excavation, or material handling on large-scale civil projects.
• Strong understanding of surveying and setting out (GPS, total station).
• Knowledge of earthworks materials, compaction, and testing requirements.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Valid CSCS card (SMSTS or SSSTS advantageous).