Job Description

A leading multi-million-pound civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to support the delivery of a range of infrastructure projects across the Midlands.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of work across the water, flood defence, environmental, and infrastructure sectors, including projects delivered for major water companies and the Environment Agency.

The Role

Reporting to the Site Agent and Project Manager, you will be responsible for providing engineering support throughout the construction phase, ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately, and in line with project specifications.

Key responsibilities include:

- Setting out and surveying works on site

- Producing and maintaining accurate site records

- Interpreting technical drawings and specifications

- Ensuring quality control procedures are implemented and maintained

- Managing and reviewing subcontractor works

- Producing as-built records and site documentation

- Supporting health, safety, environmental and quality compliance

- Assisting with planning and coordination of site activities

- Liaising with project teams, clients, and stakeholders

- Project Experience Required

Candidates should have previous experience working on civil engineering projects, ideally including:

- Water treatment and wastewater infrastructure schemes

- Pipelines, pumping stations and associated utilities works

- Environment Agency flood alleviation and flood defence projects

- River restoration and environmental improvement schemes

- Drainage, reinforced concrete structures, earthworks and general civils works

Requirements:

- Previous experience as a Site Engineer within the civil engineering sector

- Strong setting out and surveying capability

- Experience working on water and/or Environment Agency projects preferred

- Proficient in the use of GPS, Total Station and engineering software

- Good understanding of quality assurance processes and technical documentation

- CSCS Card essential

- HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline

- SMSTS or SSSTS desirable