Site Engineer - Highways Liverpool

Highways; PRESTON BROOK; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

AUREOS INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES LIMITED is seeking a Highways Site Engineer to oversee highway improvements in the Liverpool area, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

The role requires 3+ years of highway site experience, strong surveying skills (Total Station/GPS) and CSCS; SMSTS/SSSTS desirable. You will coordinate on-site activities, liaise with subcontractors, and maintain thorough site records.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years proven experience as a Site Engineer on highways/road projects.
• Proficient in setting out techniques and surveying equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise all on-site construction activities for highway projects including earthworks, drainage, and pavement construction.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, health and safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality, and identify issues.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers; prepare and maintain site records.
• Assist in preparing method statements, risk assessments, and work permits.
• Set out and survey works ensuring accurate alignment and levels.
• Enforce health and safety policies on site and manage site duties.
• Monitor project costs and assist with budget control.

Skills

Site engineering

Health & safety

Surveying

Team leadership

Communication

Education

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

Total Station

GPS

Engineering software

MS Office

Job description

If you are looking to work for a growing business who truly value and care for their employees, then look no further!

Job Summary:

AUREOS INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES LIMITED is seeking a Highways Site Engineer to oversee and manage highway improvement projects in the Liverpool area, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and supervise all on-site construction activities related to highway projects, including earthworks, drainage, pavement construction, and associated civil engineering works.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, health and safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality of work, and identify potential issues or deviations.
• Liaise effectively with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare and maintain accurate site records, including diaries, progress reports, quality control documentation, and safety records.
• Assist in the preparation of method statements, risk assessments, and work permits.
• Set out and survey works, ensuring accurate alignment and levels are maintained throughout the project.
• Implement and enforce health and safety policies and procedures on site.
• Identify and resolve technical problems and site-related issues efficiently.
• Monitor project costs and assist with budget control.

Job Qualifications:

• HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• 3yrs+ proven experience as a Site Engineer, specifically with highways and road construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction standards, regulations, and health and safety legislation.
• Proficiency in setting out techniques and the use of surveying equipment (total stations, GPS).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant engineering software.
• Valid UK driving license.
• CSCS card (or equivalent) is required.
• SMSTS or SSSTS qualification is highly desirable.

Whether you are looking for progression in your new role or for your forever job, we will happily welcome your application.

Equal Opportunities

Aureos are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Aureos is a multi-disciplinary energy and transport networks specialist engineering services provider, spanning the design, engineering, installation, maintenance, and crisis response of critical infrastructures across power, renewables, nuclear decommissioning, railways, highways and local government sectors.