Site Engineer – Major Civil Projects (UK-wide)

Kenton Black Limited; Banbury; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenton Black Limited is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support major civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the country. You will be setting out, surveying, and interpreting drawings, using GPS and total stations, with a strong emphasis on quality, safety and coordination with site teams.

Join a specialist engineering business delivering UK-wide schemes, with long‑term opportunities and professional development across diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Site Engineer role within civil engineering or major infrastructure projects.
• Competent in setting out and surveying techniques.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Experience using surveying equipment, including GPS and total stations.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach to health, safety and quality.
• Flexibility to work across UK-based project sites.

Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying works in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
• Ensuring accurate line, level and positioning of civil engineering works.
• Interpreting engineering drawings and providing technical support to site teams.
• Carrying out site surveys, measurements and as-built surveys.
• Coordinating with site management, subcontractors and engineering teams.
• Monitoring quality and ensuring works comply with project specifications and standards.
• Maintaining accurate site records, QA documentation and inspection records.
• Identifying and resolving technical issues on site.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Supporting the delivery of works in line with programme and quality standards.

Skills

Setting out

Surveying

Interpreting drawings

GPS

Total stations

Communication

Organisation

Problem-solving

Health & safety

Tools

GPS

Total stations

Job description

Kenton Black Limited is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support major civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the country. You will be setting out, surveying, and interpreting drawings, using GPS and total stations, with a strong emphasis on quality, safety and coordination with site teams.

Join a specialist engineering business delivering UK-wide schemes, with long‑term opportunities and professional development across diverse projects.