Site Engineer

About this Role

This Site Engineer position offers an outstanding opportunity to join an established civil engineering contractor working on water treatment and infrastructure projects in Staffordshire. You will establish site survey controls, handle daily setting out, and manage technical quality assurance.

Establish primary level and survey control networks across site projects, performing regular verification checks.

Execute detailed setting out for civil works in full compliance with contract drawings and specifications.

Produce material procurement schedules, Task Briefings, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and 2-week look-ahead plans.

Maintain precise site records, including daily site diaries, allocation sheets, and accurate as-built data.

About You

You are a proactive, results-oriented Site Engineer with solid experience in setting out civil engineering works. You possess strong technical capabilities with modern surveying instruments alongside good problem-solving skills for complex site challenges.

Hold a recognized Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent professional qualification).

Demonstrate 3+ years of setting out experience on active civil engineering schemes using robotic total stations or EDMs.

Possess a sound understanding of construction methods, health and safety standards, and QA management procedures.

Hold an active CSCS card, with proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office, and cable avoidance techniques being advantageous.

About Us

Our client is an established, privately owned civil engineering specialist that prioritizes a supportive, people-centric workplace culture. Recognized for high people standards, they foster an inclusive working environment that welcomes talent from all backgrounds and identity groups.

Join a values-driven organization committed to maintaining an open, inclusive, and collaborative culture.

Benefit from job stability supported by long-term framework agreements and major regional infrastructure projects.

Access structured training, mentoring programs, and clear pathways for career progression into Sub-Agent roles.

Work alongside experienced industry specialists in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

About Your Future

Taking on this key technical role provides direct professional development and structured career progression towards senior engineering and site management opportunities.

Secure a permanent, full-time position backed by a stable and expanding regional project pipeline.

Receive a competitive base salary plus a company car allowance or vehicle options.

Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, additional loyalty days, and dedicated volunteering leave.

Gain access to private medical insurance, company pension schemes, life assurance, and continuous professional development.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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