Site Engineer – Earthworks & Infrastructure (Lodging Included)

Blackwell Earthmoving Limited; Basildon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Lodging

Life Insurance + Private Medical

Job summary

Blackwell Earthmoving Limited, part of Hargreaves Services Plc, delivers major earthworks for HS2, Sizewell C and the Lower Thames Crossing near Basildon. We seek a Site Engineer to support project delivery, assist with technical tasks, monitor progress, ensure quality and safety, and help keep activities on track.

You will conduct GNSS surveys, review 3D machine control models, interpret drawings, prepare RAMS and ITPs, maintain QA, perform soil tests, and support rolling-wave planning while

Qualifications

• Proven experience in earthworks or civil engineering preferred.
• Strong ability to read drawings and specifications accurately.
• Familiarity with QA processes and project documentation (RAMS, ITPs, Checklists).
• Eligibility for ICE membership with progression toward IEng status.

Responsibilities

• Conduct GNSS-based site surveys and set out earthworks.
• Review and validate 3D machine control models.
• Interpret drawings and works information with the Foreman to choose construction methods.
• Prepare and maintain Plans, RAMS, ITPs, and Checklists.
• Manage QA processes and ensure checks are completed before work begins.
• Perform soil quality checks including moisture content tests.
• Support rolling-wave planning to maintain efficiency.
• Identify and report contractual events to Commercial Team.
• Document verbal instructions with sketches and details.

Skills

Site surveying

GNSS knowledge

QA & documentation

Interpret drawings

Education

GCSE Mathematics (Grade B)

GCSE Physics (Grade B)

Tools

3D machine control software

Job description

Blackwell Earthmoving Limited, part of Hargreaves Services Plc, delivers major earthworks for HS2, Sizewell C and the Lower Thames Crossing near Basildon. We seek a Site Engineer to support project delivery, assist with technical tasks, monitor progress, ensure quality and safety, and help keep activities on track.

You will conduct GNSS surveys, review 3D machine control models, interpret drawings, prepare RAMS and ITPs, maintain QA, perform soil tests, and support rolling-wave planning while