Site Engineer - Highways Suffolk

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Saxmundham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE seeks an experienced Site Engineer to oversee structural civil works on a major link road project in Saxmundham, Suffolk. You will lead setting out, QA, and daily coordination with management, designers, and sub-contractors.

This on-site contract role requires knowledge of RC structures, formwork, rebar, concrete pours, and surveying using Leica/Trimble equipment. Daily rate £350–£400; CIS or LTD engagement.

Qualifications

• Civil Engineering background with site experience on heavy civils, highways or major bridge/structures projects.
• Expertise in formwork, rebar detailing, concrete pours (FRC), and deep drainage.
• Proficiency with robotic total stations (Leica/Trimble) and GPS for precision setting out.
• Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering.
• SSSTS/SMSTS and First Aid (Desirable).
• Site-based role in Saxmundham, Suffolk; CIS or LTD engagement.

Responsibilities

• Setting out and controls for structural elements including RC bridges and culverts.
• QA: manage inspection test plans, pre-pour checks, pour logs, and cube records.
• As-Built surveys, 3D surface models, and volume calculations.
• Read and interrogate structural drawings, rebar schedules, and CAD/BIM models; raise RFIs as needed.
• Site management with Site Agent and sub-contractors to meet targets safely and to standard.

Skills

Civil engineering background

Highways/heavy civils experience

Surveying with robotic total stations

Education

Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

Leica total stations

Trimble GPS kit

CAD/BIM models

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to oversee structural civil engineering works on a major link road development in Saxmundham, Suffolk. This is a secure, long-term contract package focusing on bridge structures, reinforced concrete (RC) retaining walls, culverts, and associated highway infrastructure.

You will be the lead technical engineer on site, driving accuracy, QA control, and daily setting out while interfacing between the project management team, design consultants, and groundworks sub-contractors.

Key Responsibilities

Setting Out & Controls: Provide precise setting out and engineering controls for all structural elements, including RC bridge foundations, abutments, wing walls, culverts, drainage networks, and highway tie-ins.

Quality Assurance (QA): Establish, update, and manage Inspection Test Plans (ITPs). Perform strict pre-pour inspections (rebar, formwork, bolt alignments), monitor concrete pours, and maintain accurate pour logs/cube test records.

As-Built & Surveying: Produce detailed As-Built surveys, 3D surface models, and volume calculations using modern survey equipment.

Technical Interface: Read and interrogate structural drawings, rebar schedules, and CAD/BIM models. Raise clear Requests for Information (RFIs) to resolve design conflicts promptly.

Site Management: Work closely with the Site Agent and Sub-Contractors to ensure production targets are met in line with safety and quality standards.

Requirements

Civil Engineering Background: Proven track record working as a Site Engineer on heavy civils, highway link roads, or major bridge/structures packages.

Structures Expertise: In-depth technical knowledge of formwork, rebar detailing, concrete pours (FRC), and deep drainage.

Equipment Proficiency: Fully competent with modern robotic total stations (Leica/Trimble) and GPS kit for precision setting out.

Qualifications:

Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering.

SSSTS / SMSTS and First Aid (Desirable).

Location: Saxmundham, Suffolk (Site-based).

Payment Terms: Flexible engagement via CIS or LTD Company.

Rate: £350 - £400 per day (negotiable depending on experience and equipment provision).

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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