Job Description
Site Engineer
We're working with a well respected main contractor to recruit a Site Engineer for a commercial project in the Southeast.
This is an opportunity to join a business that has built its reputation by delivering some of the UK's most prestigious commercial, education, healthcare and mixed-use developments. They're known for taking on technically challenging projects where quality, collaboration and attention to detail sit at the heart of everything they do.
You'll be joining an experienced project team on a large commercial scheme, working alongside knowledgeable Site Managers, Project Managers and technical teams who genuinely value the input of their engineers. If you're someone who enjoys solving problems, being involved in the technical delivery of a project, and seeing your work take shape on site, this is the kind of role that offers real job satisfaction.
The Role
As Site Engineer, you'll play a key role in the successful delivery of the project, ensuring work is set out accurately, quality standards are maintained, and the construction programme continues to move forward.
You'll become one of the technical leads on site, working closely with the management team while building strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and the wider project team.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out accurate setting out, levelling and surveying across the project
- Reviewing construction drawings and ensuring information is coordinated before work begins
- Working closely with Site Managers to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme
- Monitoring quality throughout the build and carrying out inspections before and after key construction stages, including concrete pours
- Coordinating subcontractors and providing technical support throughout the project
- Identifying technical issues early and working collaboratively to resolve them
- Maintaining accurate site records, QA documentation and as-built information
- Supporting health & safety initiatives, site inspections and toolbox talks
- Assisting with temporary works coordination where required
- Building positive relationships with clients, consultants and the wider project team
- Helping mentor junior engineers and supporting the development of others as your own career progresses
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who enjoys being out on site as much as they enjoy solving technical challenges.
You'll be confident communicating with subcontractors, organised in your approach, and comfortable taking ownership of your work while supporting the wider project team.
Ideally you'll have:
- At least 3 years' experience working as a Site Engineer
- Experience on large commercial, industrial, healthcare, education or mixed-use projects
- Strong setting out experience using modern surveying equipment
- Experience using AutoCAD and interpreting technical drawings
- Good understanding of quality assurance processes and construction sequencing
- Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and site best practice
- HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or a related discipline
- CSCS Card (SMSTS or SSSTS would be advantageous)
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
What's On Offer
- Up to 60,000 basic salary
- Car allowance
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunity to work on a landmark commercial development
- Exposure to experienced project and operational leadership
- Structured career development and genuine progression opportunities
- Long-term pipeline of high-profile projects with a highly respected main contractor
- Support towards further professional development and industry accreditation
This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer who enjoys technically challenging projects, wants to work alongside some of the industry's best construction professionals, and is looking to build a long-term career with a contractor renowned for delivering exceptional projects.
To apply or find out more, contact:
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