Job Description

Job Title: Resident Engineer / Civil Site Engineer - National Grid Substation
Location: Upper Boat 275kV Substation, South Wales
Rate: 450 per day
Contract: Temporary
Start Date: 1st July 2026
End Date: 23rd October 2026
Hours: 45 Hours Per Week (07:30 - 17:30)

Overview:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Resident Engineer / Civil Site Engineer to support the delivery of a major National Grid 275kV Substation project at Upper Boat.

This role is ideal for an engineer with strong setting out experience, a solid understanding of National Grid technical standards, and previous experience working on live transmission infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out accurate setting out for line and level using a range of surveying equipment.
• Support the delivery of civil engineering works in accordance with National Grid Technical Specifications (NGTS).
• Act as Document Controller for all civil engineering drawings and documentation.
• Produce and maintain accurate As-Built drawings.
• Assist the civil site team with constructability reviews.
• Raise and manage Technical Queries (TQs).
• Assist the site team with obtaining supplier quotations and raising material orders.
• Ensure all works are delivered safely, accurately and in accordance with project specifications.
• Liaise with the client, site management and subcontractors throughout the project.

Essential Requirements:

• Current National Grid Persons certification.
• Manual Handling.
• Previous experience working on National Grid substation projects.
• Proven setting out experience using surveying equipment.
• Good understanding of National Grid Technical Specifications (NGTS).
• Experience producing As-Built drawings.
• Ability to manage civil engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Resident Engineer or Civil Site Engineer on National Grid projects.
• Experience working on 275kV or 400kV transmission substations.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and document control procedures within major infrastructure projects.

If you have the required National Grid experience and are available for your next contract, we'd like to hear from you. Please apply with your latest CV or get in touch for further information.

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