Site Engineer

Location: Cambridgeshire

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Site Engineer – Highways Scheme – Cambridge
Rate: £300 – £400 per day
Duration: 6–7 months
Type:
Freelance / Contract
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer to work on a highways scheme based in Colchester. This is a 6–7-month contract offering a competitive daily rate, with an immediate or near-immediate start.

Key Responsibilities:

-Setting out for highways works including roads, kerbs, drainage, and earthworks
-Working from drawings and specifications to ensure accuracy and quality
-Checking line, level, and alignment of works on site
-Managing and coordinating subcontractors
-Producing as-built drawings and maintaining site records
-Ensuring all work complies with health & safety and highways standards

Requirements:
-Proven experience as a Site Engineer on highways or infrastructure projects
-Strong setting out skills using GPS / total station
-Ability to read and interpret highways drawings
-Valid CSCS card (essential)
-SMSTS / SSSTS (desirable)
-Full UK driving license

What’s on

Offer:

-£300 – £400 per day (depending on experience)
-6–7-month contract duration
-Reputable contractor with ongoing work
-Potential for contract extension or future projects

Apply now with your CV to be considered for this Site Engineer role in Cambridge