Site Engineer

Site Engineer - Civil Engineering / Water Infrastructure

Company:
Leading Civil Engineering Specialist Contractor

Location:

NOS Project Compound, Gay Road, Stratford, E15

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum

Sector:
Civil Engineering / Water Infrastructure

Project:
Manor Road NOS7 & NOS8 - Thames Water

A respected, leading civil engineering specialist contractor is seeking experienced Site Engineers to join its team on the Manor Road NOS7 and NOS8 remediation packages for Thames Water, based in Stratford, East London.

The project involves the repair and remediation of two bridge structures and five trunk sewer barrels spanning both rail and road infrastructure. Currently in the design phase, these complex and challenging works offer an excellent opportunity to become involved from the early stages of project development through to construction and delivery.

As Site Engineer, you will play a key role in the technical delivery of the works, supporting the Site Manager, Sub Agent and wider project team to ensure construction activities are completed safely, accurately and in accordance with the required specifications, programme and quality standards.

You will be responsible for setting out, engineering control, quality inspections, technical documentation and coordinating day-to-day engineering activities on site.

• Carry out accurate setting out and surveying activities in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
• Establish and maintain site engineering controls, including benchmarks, grid lines and levels.
• Ensure construction works are delivered in accordance with design drawings, specifications and approved procedures.
• Interpret engineering drawings and provide technical guidance to site supervisors and subcontractors.
• Monitor construction activities and ensure works are completed to the required tolerances and quality standards.
• Identify and resolve technical issues, raising any design discrepancies or potential problems with the engineering management team.
• Assist with the coordination and implementation of temporary works schemes.
• Support the Sub Agent and Site Manager with the planning and sequencing of construction activities.

• Prepare, review and maintain Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Carry out quality inspections and ensure all works comply with project specifications.
• Complete quality records, check sheets, permits and relevant engineering documentation.
• Raise and manage technical queries (TQs) and requests for information (RFIs).
• Assist with the preparation and implementation of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Ensure as-built surveys and drawings are accurately maintained and recorded.
• Identify defects and non-conformances and assist with their resolution.

• Work closely with the Site Manager, Sub Agent, Project Manager and wider engineering team.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure construction activities are delivered efficiently.
• Attend site coordination and progress meetings as required.
• Provide engineering support to site supervisors and construction teams.
• Monitor daily progress and report any technical, programme or resource issues.
• Liaise with designers and consultants to resolve technical queries and design changes.

• Ensure all engineering activities are carried out in accordance with company health and safety procedures.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture across the site.
• Ensure works are undertaken in accordance with approved RAMS and relevant permits.
• Identify potential hazards and elevate any health and safety concerns.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, environmental compliance and site safety.

• Previous experience working as a Site Engineer within the civil engineering sector.
• Experience delivering civil engineering projects, ideally within the water or infrastructure sectors.
• Competent in setting out using surveying equipment, including Total Stations and GPS.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and construction information.
• Good understanding of construction methods, engineering principles and site procedures.
• Working knowledge of quality assurance processes, ITPs and inspection requirements.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements, including CDM regulations.
• Degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Strong communication and…