Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer with a strong background in transportation infrastructure to join our team on a long term project in Bristol
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You will take full technical responsibility for engineering delivery across highways, drainage and earthworks operations, with particular expertise in temporary construction traffic management, dynamic compaction and large-volume cut and fill with ground stabilisation. This is a technically demanding role requiring a proactive, detail-focused engineer who can operate with a high degree of autonomy on a live infrastructure project.

• Taking full responsibility for setting out and surveying of all infrastructure works, ensuring accuracy of line, level and position
• Overseeing delivery of highways, roads, drainage and associated utility works in line with design specifications
• Verifying site layouts in accordance with design information, specifications and boundary constraints
• Maintaining and managing up-to-date construction drawings, registers and as-built records
• Raising, tracking and resolving RFIs, technical queries and design issues through to close-out
• Implementing and managing Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and quality assurance processes on site
• Leading technical delivery of temporary construction traffic management (TCM) schemes and build bridging operations
• Overseeing and quality-assuring dynamic compaction works, ensuring compliance with specifications and testing regimes
• Managing large-volume cut and fill operations including ground stabilisation treatments (lime, cement, or hydraulic binder)
• Monitoring and recording earthworks compaction data, C  results and settlement monitoring in line with contract requirements
• Coordinating with geotechnical specialists and laboratory teams on material testing and acceptance criteria
• Supporting the production of earthworks method statements, RAMS and temporary works submissions
• Carrying out material take-offs and supporting procurement of infrastructure and earthworks materials
• Utilising Leica EDM (TS06 / TS12 / TS16) and CAD software effectively for setting out and as-built recording
• Mentoring and supporting junior engineers on site and maintaining best practice standards

• CSCS Engineering / Surveying card or equivalent qualification
• Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Construction
• Proven experience as a Project Engineer or Senior Engineer on transportation infrastructure, highways or civil engineering projects
• Strong setting out experience on highways, drainage and external works
• Proficient in Leica EDM equipment and CAD software
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with site teams and subcontractors
• Right to work in the UK

• Working towards or holding Chartered status (ICE or equivalent)
• Experience on live highways or public-facing infrastructure schemes
• Knowledge of HA earthworks specifications (SHW Series 600 / 700)
• First Aid at Work Certification

• Ongoing pipeline of transportation infrastructure and highways projects
• Opportunities for progression into Senior Engineer, Site Manager or Project Manager roles
• Access to further training, professional development and certifications

7 July 2026
Bristol, England, United Kingdom