Freelance Site Engineer

  • Fawkes & Reece London
  • 07/05/2026
Contract Construction

Job Description

Freelance: (Apply online only) per day dependant on project
Duration: Ongoing /long term/ short term

We are hiring for Freelance Site Engineer's for upcoming commercial projects in the Northwest and Yorkshire. If you are a Site Engineer and are/will be looking for work, apply below and we can have a chat!

Key Responsibilities of a Freelance Site Engineer:

  • Carrying out setting out for works (foundations, drainage, steel frames etc)
  • Use surveying equipment (Total Satation, GPS) to establish site control points
  • Check line, level, and dimensions of work before and during construction
  • Interpret and work from drawings and specifications
  • identify discrepancies or design issues and raise RFI's
  • Monitor quality and ensure compliance with specifications
  • Assist with snagging and defect resolution
  • Ensure all works carried out compliant with H&S
  • Support site managers in tracking progress
  • Maintain daily and weekly recorfs

Experience Required for the Freelance Site Engineer:

  • Proven experience as a site engineer on construction projects
  • Strong setting out experience using modern surveying equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings
  • Experience working with subcontractors

Day rate/salary:

  • Day rate flexible
  • Weekly pay on a Friday

How to apply:

Please apply directly to this job ad or for more information please call Sam at Fawkes & Reece on (phone number removed).