Site Engineer

  • Red Sky Personnel Ltd
  • Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
  • 26/02/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Site Engineer

Location: North of England (West / East) or Scotland
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Hours: 47.5 hours per week

The Company

A leading specialist civil engineering contractor delivering technically complex ground engineering and infrastructure solutions across the UK. The business operates across major infrastructure, water, transport, energy and construction sectors, supporting both public and private sector clients on high-value projects.

Due to continued growth within the Northern Business Unit, they are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support delivery across projects in the North of England and Scotland.

The Role

The Site Engineer will play a key role in the technical and operational delivery of civil engineering works on site. Working closely with the Project Manager and wider site team, you will ensure works are delivered safely, accurately and in accordance with specification and programme.

This role requires flexibility to travel across projects within the Northern region.

Key Responsibilities

  • Setting out and surveying works in accordance with drawings and specifications

  • Producing and reviewing method statements and risk assessments

  • Managing quality control procedures and maintaining QA documentation

  • Interpreting technical drawings and ensuring works are delivered to design

  • Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and client representatives

  • Monitoring progress against programme and reporting to senior management

  • Ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental standards

  • Supporting cost control and material management on site

  • Maintaining accurate site records and as-built documentation

Candidate Requirements

  • Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline

  • Proven experience as a Site Engineer within civil engineering or ground engineering projects

  • Strong setting out capability (total station / GPS)

  • Good understanding of quality assurance processes

  • Knowledge of health & safety legislation (CSCS required)

  • Full UK driving licence

  • Willingness to travel across the Northern region

Desirable:

  • Experience within piling, ground improvement, or specialist geotechnical works

  • SMSTS or SSSTS certification

  • Temporary works knowledge

Package & Benefits

  • Company car or car allowance

  • Private medical insurance

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

  • Holiday purchase scheme

  • Stakeholder pension scheme

  • Ongoing training and development

  • Long-term career progression within a growing regional business unit