Site Engineer - Groundworks

Enable Group; Watford; On-site; GBP 62,730 - 66,420; Full time

Job summary

Enable Group is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to work on various construction projects in Southend, Stevenage, Watford, and Bovingdon. This role involves both setting out and quality assurance tasks, ensuring compliance with project specifications and health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in using setting out equipment and have a good understanding of construction methodologies. The position offers a freelance contract with a daily rate of £340.00 to £360.00, dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Site Engineer on civil engineering or construction projects.
• Competent in both setting out and QA responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of drawings, specifications and construction methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Carry out accurate setting out for groundworks, drainage, foundations, roads and associated infrastructure.
• Manage and maintain site QA documentation, including pre‑pour and post‑pour checks.
• Coordinate with Site Managers, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure works are delivered to specification and programme.

Skills

Setting out

Quality assurance

Use of Leica or equivalent total station

Education

CSCS card

Job description

Job Description – Site Engineer (Setting Out & QA)

Role: Site Engineer
Locations: Southend, Stevenage, Watford, Bovingdon
Type: Freelance / Contract
Rate: £340.00 – £360.00 per day

(Higher rate available for candidates with their own setting out equipment, depending on kit)

Overview

We are currently seeking experienced Site Engineers to work across multiple live schemes in Southend, Stevenage, Watford and Bovingdon. The role will involve a balance of setting out engineering and quality assurance, supporting the delivery of groundworks and infrastructure packages on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out accurate setting out for groundworks, drainage, foundations, roads and associated infrastructure
• Manage and maintain site QA documentation, including pre‑pour and post‑pour checks
• Produce and maintain as‑built surveys and records
• Check drawings, resolve discrepancies and raise RFIs / technical queries as required
• Coordinate with Site Managers, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure works are delivered to specification and programme
• Ensure works comply with project specifications, drawings and health & safety standards
• Maintain records for inspections, testing and handover documentation

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Site Engineer on civil engineering or construction projects
• Competent in both setting out and QA responsibilities
• Experience using Leica or equivalent total station equipment
• Strong understanding of drawings, specifications and construction methodologies
• Ability to work independently and manage engineering duties on site
• CSCS card required
• Own equipment advantageous and reflected in rate

Package

• £340.00 – £360.00 per day, dependent on experience
• Enhanced rate available for engineers with own kit
• Ongoing work available across multiple locations