Site Engineer

Position: Site Engineer (Permanent)
Fawkes & Recce are partnering with a prestige client to recruit a Permanent Site Engineer for reinforced concrete utility building projects in the Bristol area.
This role involves overseeing day-to-day site operations, supervising subcontractors, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and health & safety standards.

Key Responsibilities of the Site Engineer

• Managing and supervising on-site works for reinforced concrete utility buildings

• Ensuring all works are carried out in line with drawings, specifications, and construction programmes

• Reviewing and coordinating Architect, Engineer, Services & Sub-Contractor drawings

• Monitoring quality control, including testing of materials and concrete pours

• Acting as Temporary Works Coordinator when required

• Directing subcontractors, resolving technical issues, and providing on-site guidance

• Conducting Health & Safety inspections and ensuring compliance with ISO standards

• Delivering inductions, toolbox talks, and mentoring junior engineers

• Maintaining comprehensive site records, progress reports, and accurate documentation

• Liaising with clients, local authorities, GA Project Teams, and subcontractors to ensure smooth project delivery

Required Experience

• 3+ years’ experience as a Site Engineer on reinforced concrete or utility building projects

• Proven experience managing subcontractors on medium to large-scale construction projects

• Strong understanding of construction processes, reinforced concrete structures, and site supervision

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office

• Experience conducting Health & Safety assessments and site inspections

Qualifications
Essential:

• Degree / HND / HNC / BTEC in Civil / Construction Engineering or related discipline

• CSCS / CSR / Solas Safe Pass
Desirable:

• CIOB / ICE / OStruct

E accreditation

• SSSTS / SMSTS certification

• First Aid at Work certificate

• Experience with temporary works and reinforced concrete construction

Skills & Attributes of a Site Engineer

• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills for site coordination

• Strong attention to detail in interpreting drawings and specifications

• Effective written and verbal communication for liaising with project teams and clients

• Ability to lead and motivate subcontractors and junior staff

• Team player with initiative and decision-making capability

• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation for project reporting

Benefits

• Work on prestige RC utility building projects in Bristol

• Competitive salary of £50k – £60k with immediate start

• Opportunity for career progression and professional development

• Join a structured, supportive team with a reputation for excellence

Please apply to Hazel Baron with an up to date CV, through the website