Site Engineer - Freelance

Eiffage Kier Ferrovial BAM (EKFB); Buckingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Eiffage Kier Ferrovial BAM (EKFB) is seeking a Site Engineer with Earthworks experience to join their team in Buckingham. The ideal candidate will manage subcontractors, assist with resource allocation, and ensure compliance with project standards. A relevant HNC/Degree in Construction or Civil Engineering is required, along with a CSCS card and a full driving licence. This role offers a freelance contract with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of Site Engineering activities.
• Experience in heavy structures or drainage is essential.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Sub Agent and Section Foreman for resource allocation.
• Monitor subcontractors and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Assist in production of programmes and financial forecasting.

Skills

Site Engineering activities

Construction supervision

Monitoring subcontractors

Education

HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

About The Role

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood.

We are looking to recruit a Site Engineer with Earthworks experience to join our team in the Buckingham area on a freelance basis.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with the Sub Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant and materials to carry out works activities to the required standards, programme, and budget.
• Work with other team members of the setting‑out team and be responsible for the performance and development of junior engineers, identifying and resolving technical problems on site in liaison with the senior team and Sub‑Agent.
• Monitor and coordinate subcontractors in the performance of their works, ensuring they are completed to the contractual requirements.
• Ensure the team has all current information and resources required to carry out their duties.
• Assist with the production of programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans and contribute to financial forecasting.

Qualifications

• HNC/Degree (Construction/Civil Engineering related) or equivalent and working towards institute membership (ICE).
• Demonstration of knowledge and practical application of Site Engineering activities combined with construction supervision skills.
• Experience in heavy structures or drainage is essential.
• CSCS card required (Black, Gold, White, White/Yellow, Red Experienced or Red Provisional – 6 months).
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle required.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity.