Site/Section Engineer

Matchtech; Painswick; On-site; GBP 89,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a Freelance Site / Section Engineer (Major Structures & Bridges) to support delivery on a major infrastructure project in the South West. The role focuses on setting out, surveying, QA documentation, and coordinating on-site activities.

You will manage day-to-day engineering works, read drawings, ensure compliance with drawings, specs and programme, and contribute to safety and environmental standards. Initial 3-month contract, inside IR35, rate £480–£500 per day.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Engineer/Section Engineer on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience delivering major structures, bridges, reinforced concrete and heavy civils works.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Desirable: Temporary Works experience and related certifications.

Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying for structures and bridge works.
• Managing day-to-day engineering activities on site.
• Ensuring works are delivered in line with drawings, specifications and programme requirements.
• Producing and maintaining QA documentation, ITPs and as-built records.
• Managing technical queries and liaising with design teams.
• Monitoring subcontractor performance and site progress.
• Supporting temporary works, permits and safe systems of work.
• Driving high standards of quality, safety and environmental compliance.

Skills

Setting out & surveying

Quality assurance

Reading drawings / specs

On-site coordination

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering

CSCS Card

SMSTS

First Aid qualification

Job description

Freelance Site / Section Engineer (Major Structures & Bridges)

Contract Type: Freelance Contract (Inside IR35)

Duration: Initial 3 Months

Rate: £480 - £500 per day (Inside IR35)

Location: South West

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Site / Section Engineer to support the delivery of a major infrastructure project involving large-scale structures and bridge works.

This is an excellent opportunity for a contractor with a proven background in major civil engineering projects, capable of managing site engineering activities, setting out, quality assurance, and coordinating construction works safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying for structures and bridge works.
• Managing day-to-day engineering activities on site.
• Ensuring works are delivered in line with drawings, specifications, and programme requirements.
• Producing and maintaining QA documentation, ITPs, and as-built records.
• Managing technical queries and liaising with design teams.
• Monitoring subcontractor performance and site progress.
• Supporting temporary works, permits, and safe systems of work.
• Driving high standards of quality, safety, and environmental compliance.

Essential Experience

• Previous experience as a Site Engineer or Section Engineer on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience delivering major structures, bridges, reinforced concrete, and heavy civils works.
• Experience working on large-scale projects within highways, rail, utilities, energy, or similar sectors.
• Strong setting out and surveying capability.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• SMSTS
• CSCS Card
• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Temporary Works experience (desirable)
• First Aid qualification (desirable)

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a self-sufficient freelance engineer with a strong track record on major construction projects, particularly structures and bridge packages. The successful candidate will be able to hit the ground running and contribute immediately to project delivery.

Rate: £480 - £500 per day (Inside IR35)

Duration: Initial 3-month contract with potential extension