Site Engineer

  • Girling Jones Ltd
  • 13/02/2026
Contract Construction

Job Description

Site Engineer Major Infrastructure Project Near Failand, Bristol Long-Term Contract

The Opportunity

This is a serious long-term Site Engineer role on a major infrastructure scheme near Failand, Bristol, with a minimum 3-year programme and plenty of variety to keep things interesting.

We re looking for an experienced Site Engineer who enjoys being at the sharp end of delivery. This is a large, complex project with multiple workstreams running in parallel ideal for someone who likes responsibility, autonomy and seeing a job through from start to finish.

The Project

You ll be working on a substantial infrastructure and public realm scheme, including:
  • New build major roads
  • Section 278 works
  • Earthworks
  • Drainage
  • Hard landscaping
  • Lakes and ponds
  • Underground car park
It s a technically varied project with a long programme and no stop-start nonsense.

The Role

As Site Engineer, you ll play a key role in day-to-day site delivery, working closely with site management and subcontractors to keep the job running safely, accurately and to programme.

Key duties will include:
  • Setting out all aspects of the works
  • Managing and maintaining Health & Safety standards on site
  • Quality assurance and compliance checks
  • Materials testing and recording results
  • Maintaining a detailed site diary
  • Attending and contributing to weekly progress meetings
  • Reviewing drawings and raising any technical or buildability issues
  • Working collaboratively with site management and subcontractors
About You

This role suits a proven Site Engineer with solid civils and infrastructure experience.

You ll bring:
  • MUST be local to Bristol - No subsistence on offer
  • Strong setting-out capability
  • Experience working on infrastructure, highways or civil engineering projects
  • Good understanding of H&S and quality processes
  • Confidence reviewing drawings and resolving issues on site
  • Clear communication skills and a proactive approach
Rate & Package
  • £325 per day - £375 per day
  • Outside IR35 - CIS or Ltd company accepted
  • Long-term, stable work on a flagship project
Why This Role?

If you re a Site Engineer looking for:
  • Security (3+ years work)
  • Variety (not just one repetitive task)
  • Good rates
  • A well-run, technically interesting job
this is one you should be seriously looking at.

Interested?

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