Site Engineer

Site Engineer

  • Contract
  • Gloucester
    Location: Gloucester
    Sector: Highways & Transportation
    Job type: Contract
    Salary: £410 - £430 per day
    Contact: Ryan Hughes
    Contact email: ryan.hughes@highfieldps.co.uk
    Contact phone: +447362055716
    Job ref: BBBH26162_1776347657
    Published:
    Duration:
    Expiry Date: 2026-Apr-30
    Startdate: ASAP

    Site Engineer

    Location: A417, Gloucester
    Rate: Competitive Daily Rate (Inside IR35)
    Contract Length: 6 Months (Strong Scope for Extension)
    Start Date: ASAP
    Interview Process: Immediate Interviews Available
    We are currently seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a major infrastructure project on the A417 in Gloucester. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract on a high-profile scheme, with strong potential for extension and future progression.
    This role is suited to an engineer with proven experience working on major civil engineering or highways projects, particularly within earthworks and drainage packages.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Setting out for earthworks, drainage, and associated civils works
    • Carrying out site surveying, levels, and topographical checks to support project delivery
    • Managing QA documentation, as-builts, and site records
    • Ensuring works are delivered in line with design specifications and programme requirements
    • Liaising with site teams, subcontractors, and project management
    • Conducting site surveys and interpreting technical drawings
    • Supporting health & safety compliance across site activities
    • Monitoring quality standards and ensuring best practice is maintained
    • Assisting with progress reporting and site coordination

    Essential Requirements

    • Previous major project experience within civil engineering / infrastructure
    • Strong background in earthworks and drainage
    • Valid CSCS card
    • Safety Critical Medical certification
    • Proven experience in a Site Engineer position
    • Strong setting out and surveying capability

    Desirable

    • SSSTS or SMSTS
    • CAT & Genny
    • Highways or major road project experience

    What’s on Offer

    • 6-month contract with strong scope for extension
    • Competitive inside IR35 day rate
    • Immediate interview and start
    • Opportunity to work on a flagship infrastructure scheme

    If you are available immediately and have the required project experience, we would like to hear from you.

    Your Consultant

    Ryan Hughes

    Recruitment Consultant

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