Site Engineer

Site Engineer / Section Engineer – Major Infrastructure Project

Location: Birmingham Area
Rate: £450 per day Umbrella
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Until October (with potential extension through to the end of the year)

CETO Talent are currently recruiting for experienced Site Engineers and Section Engineers to support a major infrastructure project in the Birmingham area.

This is an urgent requirement for candidates with strong civil engineering backgrounds, particularly those with practical experience across roadworks, drainage, and earthworks. While experience working on major infrastructure projects such as HS2 or BBV would be advantageous, the key requirement is finding engineers who can confidently manage site activities and support the successful delivery of works.

Site Engineer Responsibilities:

* Managing day-to-day site activities and ensuring works are delivered safely and efficiently

* Carrying out setting out duties and ensuring accuracy of site works

* Updating machine control models

* Preparing Task Briefing Sheets (TBS)

* Coordinating material requirements and supporting material ordering

* Maintaining accurate daily site diaries

* Working closely with site teams to ensure project progress and quality standards are maintained

Section Engineer Responsibilities:

* Providing technical support and guidance to Site Engineers and apprentices

* Managing daily site activities and supporting delivery programmes

* Producing three-week look-ahead plans

* Ordering materials based on site engineer requirements and quantities

* Attending coordination meetings with project teams

* Ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with project requirements

Essential Requirements:

* SMSTS certification is essential

* Valid driving licence required

* Ability to travel independently to site

* Strong practical experience within civil engineering projects

* Experience across roadworks, drainage, and earthworks

* Ability to work effectively within a busy site environment

Additional Information:

* Standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

* Occasional weekend working may be required

* Pool vehicles will be available for site use

If you are an experienced Site Engineer or Section Engineer looking for your next opportunity on a major infrastructure project, please get in touch with CETO Talent today
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed