Site Engineer - Social Housing

Think Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Site Engineer for a full-time position in Nottingham. This role involves managing residential and social housing projects for clients including housing associations, while ensuring quality and safety standards. The successful candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience, strong numeracy and IT skills, and a proactive approach. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including private medical insurance and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Performance-related bonuses

Career development opportunities

Company vehicle with fuel card

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' post-graduate experience in residential builds.
• Valid UK driving licence and relevant site cards.
• Self-motivated and capable of taking ownership of projects.

Responsibilities

• Read and communicate construction drawings clearly.
• Set out accurate lines, levels, and reference points.
• Build effective working relationships with clients and subcontractors.

Skills

Numeracy skills

IT proficiency

Education

Degree in Construction Engineering and Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Site Engineer - Social Housing

Location: Nottingham

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 + Package

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Site Engineer to join a well-established construction and civil engineering contractor based in the East Midlands. The role supports the delivery of residential and social housing projects, with occasional involvement in commercial schemes.

This role offers exposure to a variety of projects, primarily within the social housing sector for clients such as housing associations, with occasional involvement in commercial schemes.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and communicate construction drawings, layouts, and material requirements clearly on site.
• Set out accurate lines, levels, and reference points to ensure precision.
• Monitor and influence progress on site to achieve programme deadlines.
• Build effective working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and colleagues.
• Support the team in maintaining Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality standards.
• Stay informed of industry best practices and share knowledge with colleagues.
• Comply with Integrated Management Systems, including company policies and procedures.
• Carry out additional responsibilities appropriate to the role.

What We're Looking For

• Degree or equivalent in Construction Engineering and Management (or a related discipline).
• Minimum of 2 years' post-graduate experience, ideally within residential builds.
• Strong numeracy skills and IT proficiency (Microsoft Office packages).
• Valid UK driving licence and relevant site cards.
• Ability to work to deadlines and motivate teams to achieve targets.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach, capable of taking ownership of projects from start to finish.

What’s On Offer

• Salary between £55,000 and £65,000 depending on experience, with performance-related bonuses.
• Private medical insurance, life assurance, and employee assistance programme.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement and long-service awards.
• Company vehicle with fuel card or car allowance.
• Marriage leave and enhanced family-friendly policies.
• Career development opportunities, professional training, and support with chartership or membership.
• A collaborative team culture with regular social and team-building events.

Location: Nottingham