Site Engineer

Title: Site Engineer

Location: Cardiff + working.staying aware where required

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Package

Sector: Main Contractor | New Build Construction

Start Date: ASAP

Site Engineer - The Company

Our client is a highly respected, privately owned regional main contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the South West.

With decades of successful trading, they work across a diverse range of sectors including commercial, education, healthcare, industrial, leisure and specialist construction, delivering projects from several million pounds through to larger, complex developments.

The business has built an excellent reputation for quality, repeat business and staff retention. They invest heavily in their people, offer genuine long-term career progression and maintain a collaborative, supportive working environment where individuals are trusted and valued.

Site Engineer - The Role

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Engineer to join an established delivery team working on a variety of new build construction projects.

Working closely with the Contracts Manager, Site Managers and wider project team, you will take responsibility for setting out, technical coordination and ensuring works are delivered accurately, safely and in line with programme.

Projects are primarily across the South West, with occasional working away where accommodation and associated costs are fully covered by the company.

Responsibilities

* Carry out accurate setting out using modern surveying equipment

* Establish site control, coordinates and levels from design information

* Check surveys and identify any discrepancies before construction commences

* Interpret technical drawings and construction information

* Support site management with planning and technical delivery

* Coordinate drainage, foundations, substructures and external works

* Monitor quality and ensure works comply with specifications

* Liaise with subcontractors, consultants and design teams

* Provide technical advice and resolve on-site engineering issues

* Assist with temporary works and construction sequencing

* Ensure health and safety standards are maintained at all times

* Keep accurate site records and engineering documentation

* Support delivery of projects to programme and budget

The Person

* Previous experience as a Site Engineer with a main contractor

* Experience delivering new build construction projects

* Strong setting out and surveying experience

* Able to read and interpret technical drawings confidently

* Good understanding of construction methods and sequencing

* Knowledge of health and safety legislation

* Strong communication and problem-solving skills

* Proactive, organised and able to work as part of a team

* Relevant construction qualification (HNC, HND or Degree preferred)

* Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

£50,000 - £65,000 salary depending on experience

Car allowance

Competitive benefits package

Long-term permanent career with an established regional contractor

Varied, interesting construction projects

Genuine opportunities for progression

Supportive management team

Accommodation and expenses paid when working away

Stable workload with an excellent pipeline of future projects

This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer looking to join one of the South West’s most respected regional contractors, offering long-term career stability, varied projects and genuine opportunities for professional development
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed