Site Engineer| Main Contractor | Oxford

SSA Recruitment; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK civil engineering contractor is seeking a Site Engineer to support a major project in East Hagbourne. You will manage setting out, quality control, and technical support, ensuring compliance with safety and programme requirements. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering and experience with a main contractor. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and clear progression opportunities within a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Long‑term opportunity on a major civil engineering project

Clear progression opportunities within a reputable Tier One contractor

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Site Engineer, ideally with a main contractor.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Valid CSCS card required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out, surveying and dimensional control for site works.
• Interpret and work from drawings, specifications and construction information.
• Support the site management team with additional duties as required.

Skills

Strong setting-out skills using GPS / total station equipment

Good understanding of construction methods and quality control processes

Strong communication and organisational skills

Proactive and methodical approach to problem-solving

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a leading UK civil engineering and infrastructure contractor delivering major projects across highways, structures, utilities and public realm works. The business is recognised for its commitment to safety, quality and collaboration, and for providing long‑term career development opportunities within a supportive and professional environment.

About the Role

Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure

Our client is seeking a Site Engineer to support the delivery of a major civil engineering project in the Didcot area. Working closely with the Section Engineer and site management team, you will be responsible for setting out, quality control and providing technical support to ensure works are delivered safely, accurately and in line with programme requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out, surveying and dimensional control for site works
• Interpret and work from drawings, specifications and construction information
• Support day‑to‑day engineering activities on site
• Assist with planning and coordinating works to meet programme deadlines
• Liaise with subcontractors, supervisors and the wider project team
• Ensure works comply with quality standards, specifications and tolerances
• Maintain accurate site records, as‑built information and site diaries
• Arrange and monitor material testing and calibration of equipment
• Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance
• Support the site management team with additional duties as required

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Previous experience working as a Site Engineer, ideally with a main contractor
• Strong setting‑out skills using GPS / total station equipment
• Good understanding of construction methods and quality control processes
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Proactive and methodical approach to problem‑solving
• Valid CSCS card required

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Long‑term opportunity on a major civil engineering project
• Supportive and collaborative site team
• Clear progression opportunities within a reputable Tier One contractor