Job Description

Freelance Site Engineer – Bridgwater

£360 Per Day PAYE (Including Holiday Pay) | Contract Until 2029

We are currently recruiting for a Site Engineer to join a major infrastructure project near Bridgwater, supporting the delivery of a large reinforced concrete package on a long-term programme of works.

This freelance Site Engineer opportunity offers work currently scheduled through to 2029, providing long-term continuity on one of the UK's largest civil engineering projects. Working as part of an experienced delivery team, the successful Site Engineer will be involved in a range of reinforced concrete and heavy civils activities across a technically challenging section of the scheme.

The Project

The current phase of works includes:

Large in-situ reinforced concrete structures

Retaining walls and structural bases

Formwork, reinforcement and concrete pours

Drainage and infrastructure installations

Heavy foundations and structural concrete packages

Earthworks and temporary works operations The scale of the project offers a varied workload and exposure to complex engineering activities throughout the programme.

The Role

As a Site Engineer, you will support the day-to-day delivery of works within your allocated area, ensuring quality standards, programme requirements and site procedures are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

Setting out for reinforced concrete and civil engineering works

Carrying out quality assurance checks and completing associated documentation

Maintaining accurate site records and diaries

Conducting material inspections and verification checks

Supporting the coordination of subcontractors on site

Ensuring works are completed safely and in accordance with specifications

Assisting with as-built surveys and progress reporting

Working closely with Section Engineers and site management teams All required surveying equipment and site tools will be provided.

About You

This role is suited to a Site Engineer with experience working on heavy civils, infrastructure or reinforced concrete projects.

Previous experience may include:

Major infrastructure schemes

Reinforced concrete structures

Bridges and structural civils works

Water or wastewater projects

Highways and earthworks schemes

Large-scale construction projects Requirements

Based within one hour of the Bridgwater area

Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering

Experience with setting out and QA processes

Good communication and organisational skills

Full UK driving licence

Right to work in the UK Rate & Package

£360 per day PAYE (including holiday pay)

Long-term freelance contract running until 2029

Major infrastructure project with a substantial programme of works

All site equipment and surveying tools provided If you'd like further information on the role and project, please apply for a confidential discussion