Site Engineer (Water)

Construction & Property Recruitment; Inverness; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction & Property Recruitment is seeking a Site Engineer (Water) to deliver precise setting out, QA, and on-site supervision for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. You will ensure structural elements, pipelines, and interfaces meet design specs and standards.

The role requires strong Civil Engineering qualifications, survey proficiency with robotic total stations and GNSS, plus CSCS and a full UK driving licence. RAMS compliance and site coordination are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering (BEng/BSc/HND/HNC) required.
• Proficiency with robotic total stations and GNSS surveying.
• Minimum 23 years of site-based experience in civil engineering.
• CSCS card (White/Blue/Gold) and Full UK driving licence mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Setting out & surveying for deep drainage, water mains, pumping stations, and RC structures.
• Quality assurance and maintaining As-Built documentation.
• Reviewing drawings, cross-referencing specs, and raising RFIs for design issues.
• Site supervision and ensuring RAMS and environmental protocols are followed.
• Material take-offs and coordinating concrete orders and pipe fittings.

Skills

Robotic total stations

GNSS/GPS surveying

AutoCAD

Education

BEng in Civil Engineering

BSc in Civil Engineering

HND/HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Role Purpose

The Site Engineer (Water) provides the technical setting out, engineering control, and quality assurance for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Working closely under the Site Agent, they ensure that structural elements, pipelines, and mechanical interfaces are executed exactly to design specifications and engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting Out & Surveying: Establish precise site control and execute accurate setting out for deep drainage, water mains, pumping stations, and reinforced concrete structures using total stations, GPS, and leveling equipment.
• Quality Assurance (QA): Maintain rigorous quality control records, including pre-pour inspections, concrete slump tests, pipeline pressure test certificates, and structural alignment checks. Manage the 'As-Built' documentation process.
• Technical Interpretation: Review, interpret, and cross-reference engineering drawings and specifications. Proactively identify design clashes or anomalies and raise formal Requests for Information (RFIs) to the design team.
• Site Supervision & Safety: Assist the Site Agent in supervising direct labor and sub-contractors. Ensure all activities adhere strictly to the Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and environmental protection protocols.
• Material & Plant Management: Take accurate material take-offs from drawings, coordinate material requisitions (e.g., concrete orders, specialized pipe fittings), and monitor engineering plant utilization on site.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements)

• Qualifications: BEng, BSc, HND, or HNC in Civil Engineering or a closely related construction discipline.
• Technical Skills: Proven proficiency in setting out using robotic total stations and GNSS/GPS survey gear. Competency in AutoCAD for checking and extracting data is highly advantageous.
• Experience: Minimum 23 years of site-based experience within civil engineering, ideally with direct exposure to deep drainage, utilities, bulk earthworks, or water infrastructure frameworks.
• Certifications: Valid CSCS Card (White/Gold/Blue) and a Full UK Driving License are mandatory. Possession of an EUSR National Water Hygiene Card or DOMS accreditation is highly desirable.
• Attributes: Exceptional attention to detail, robust problem-solving skills, and the communication skills required to collaborate effectively with site agents, design teams, and sub-contractors.