Highway Site Engineer

Site Engineer - Civil Engineering & Infrastructure
Build Your Career on Major Civil Engineering Projects
My client is looking to appoint an ambitious and motivated Engineer to support the delivery of a range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for an Engineer looking to develop their career within a well-established contractor delivering highways and infrastructure schemes valued between £50k and £5 million.
As an Engineer, you will be joining a supportive and collaborative team where you will gain exposure to varied civil engineering projects while developing both technical and professional skills.
Salary is dependent on experience, with a salary around £41,500 plus package and additional benefits.
Join a Contractor That Invests in Development
My client has developed a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure and civil engineering projects while investing heavily in employee progression and training. This Engineer role offers long-term career development opportunities within a growing business that values innovation, teamwork and continuous improvement.
You will be working alongside experienced operational and commercial teams while contributing to the successful delivery of complex civil engineering schemes.
What You Will Be Doing
As Engineer, you will support site teams with technical engineering duties, quality assurance, setting out and programme delivery across infrastructure and civil engineering works.
You will be doing the following:
Supporting the delivery of civil engineering schemes valued between £50k and £5 million
Carrying out setting out and surveying duties across site activities
Producing accurate as-built surveys and technical drawings
Assisting with clash detection on construction drawings
Identifying underground and existing services confidently
Supporting project teams with programme management and milestone tracking
Planning and managing setting out activities ahead of follow-on trades
Maintaining accurate site records, observations and QA documentation
Completing work inspection sheets and ensuring quality standards are maintained
Carrying out regular instrument checks and calibration
Monitoring material deliveries and reconciling discrepancies
Supporting commercial activities including take-offs and material usage records
Assisting with weekly programme updates and reporting
Ensuring all works are completed safely and in accordance with RAMS and company procedures
Promoting health, safety and environmental best practice across site operations
Liaising professionally with clients, subcontractors and colleagues on site
Supporting innovation and identifying opportunities to improve project efficiency and programme delivery
Skills and Experience Required
To be considered for this Engineer role, my client is looking for candidates with the following:
HNC, HND or Degree qualification within Civil Engineering or a related discipline
Previous experience delivering civil engineering or infrastructure projects
CSCS Card
Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and basic CAD knowledge
Ability to competently set out and survey
Understanding of engineering principles and construction activities
Strong communication and organisational skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
Professional and collaborative approach to working relationships
Full UK driving licence with minimal points preferred
The following would also be beneficial:
Experience working on highways, drainage or infrastructure schemes
Understanding of QA documentation and inspection processes
Knowledge of programme management and commercial reporting
Ability to identify defective works and implement corrective action
Salary, Package and Benefits
Salary dependent on experience - around £41,500
Competitive benefits package
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Career progression within a growing civil engineering contractor
Exposure to a variety of infrastructure and civil engineering projects
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Working Pattern and Location
This role will involve site-based work across civil engineering and…