Site Engineer - Freelance

About The Role

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high‑speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. We are seeking to recruit a Site Engineer with Highways experience on a freelance basis in the Brackley area.

The Site Engineer will oversee and supervise construction activities, ensuring they comply with the project plans and drawings. In this role you will liaise with subcontractors and other professional staff, particularly Works Managers, Foremen, Section Engineers and Sub Agents; check and prepare site reports, designs and drawings; manage, monitor and interpret the contract design documents; and ensure project packages meet agreed specifications, budgets and timescales.

You will provide technical advice and solve problems on‑site.

Additional duties include basic setting out and as‑built survey, placing requisitions/material orders, requesting permits and performing quality controls of subcontracted work and self‑delivered activities.

EKFB is a joint venture bringing together international, market‑leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies:
Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. Our scope of work includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 over bridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities, protecting the environment and acting as a good neighbour.

We are committed to inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Please contact us if you need any additional support making an application.

Pre‑employment checks:
If you are successful, we will undertake relevant or standard employment checks including references, , driving licence and right‑to‑work verification. Some roles may be subject to additional checks. BPSS security clearance will be required as part of the onboarding process.

• HNC/Degree (Construction/Civil Engineering related) or equivalent and working towards institute membership (ICE)
• Experience in the construction industry, particularly in highways and drainage works, is essential for this role.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of Site Engineering activities combined with construction supervision skills.
• Proficiency in using engineering software such as AutoCAD and tools such as GPS and total stations.
• Familiarity with UK building and construction regulations.
• Holder of a CSCS card.
• Full driving licence required.