Junior/ Graduate Site Engineer (Civil / Residential Housing)

  • rise technical recruitment
  • City, Derby
  • 02/04/2026
Full time Construction Civil Engineer Site Engineer Graduate Construction

Job Description

Junior Site Engineer (Civil / Residential Housing)

Location - Must live within 1 hour of Derby, Nottingham, or Leicester (single site-based role)

32,000 - 38,000 + Van & Fuel Card + Bonus + Private Medical Insurance + Training + Career Development + Excellent Company Benefits

Excellent opportunity for a Graduate / Junior Site Engineer to join a multinational construction company, working on exciting residential and housing developments while building a strong foundation for your career.

This role is ideal for someone with 1-2 years' experience or a recent graduate, looking to gain hands-on experience on multi-million-pound projects.

You'll be supported by experienced engineers and site teams while developing your technical and practical skills across the full life cycles of the projects

In this role, you will assist with key engineering tasks on site, including setting out, interpreting drawings, supporting subcontractor coordination, and maintaining accurate documentation, all while learning best practices in safety, quality, and project delivery.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-value developments while receiving structured training and clear progression opportunities within a leading company that invests in its people.

The Role:

  • Reading and interpreting construction drawings for site layouts and measurements
  • Supporting setting out activities
  • Monitor project progress against programme deadlines and milestones
  • Assisting with the coordination of subcontractors, materials, and daily site activities
  • Maintaining site records including as-built drawings and progress documentation
  • Supporting compliance with Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) standards
  • Working closely with senior engineers and site teams to deliver projects successfully
  • Gaining experience across residential and some commercial developments

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary with Performance-based Bonuses.
  • Company Vehicle with Fuel Card.
  • Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance & Employee Assistance Programmes.
  • Additional Holidays and Service Awards.

The Person:

  • 1-2 years' experience in a Site Engineer role OR a recent graduate in a relevant discipline
  • Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or similar
  • Basic understanding of construction drawings and site processes
  • Eagerness to learn and develop within a site-based role
  • Full UK driving licence
  • CSCS card (or willingness to obtain)

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further opportunities, please click "Apply Now" or contact Christopher Palmer at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.