Site Engineer

About Ward & Burke

Ward & Burke is a leading civil engineering contractor specialising in the delivery of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the UK. Due to continued growth within our Southern Water framework, we are seeking a Site Engineer to join our delivery team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of clean water and wastewater projects and develop your career within an experienced project delivery team.

The Role

As Site Engineer, you will provide engineering and technical support to the site team, helping to ensure works are delivered safely, accurately and in accordance with the design, specifications and programme.

Working closely with the Site Agent, supervisors, subcontractors and design team, you will be involved in setting out, quality assurance, technical coordination and maintaining accurate site records throughout construction.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out setting out and surveying for civil engineering works.

* Establish and maintain site control, levels and survey information.

* Ensure works are constructed in accordance with drawings, specifications and approved designs.

* Undertake and record quality inspections, checks and testing.

* Prepare and maintain ITPs, inspection records, as-built information and other QA documentation.

* Review drawings and identify technical queries, discrepancies and potential construction issues.

* Assist with the preparation and implementation of RAMS and construction methodologies.

* Support the Site Agent and/or Proejct Manager and supervisors with the day-to-day planning and coordination of works.

* Monitor progress and provide accurate site records, including quantities and completed works.

* Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers and the wider project team.

* Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.

* Assist with the preparation of handover documentation and project completion records.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

* Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

* Previous experience working on civil engineering or infrastructure projects.

* Good understanding of setting out, surveying and construction techniques.

* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

* Good understanding of construction health and safety requirements.

* Full UK driving licence.

* Ability to work across Southern Water's operational area.

Desirable

* Previous experience within the water or wastewater sector.

* Experience delivering reinforced concrete structures, pipelines, deep drainage or process infrastructure.

* Experience using robotic total stations and GPS/GNSS surveying equipment.

* Experience with AutoCAD and digital setting-out information.

* SSSTS or SMSTS qualification.

* First Aid qualification.

What We Offer

* Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.

* Company pension scheme.

* 27 days annual leave plus public holidays.

* Accommodation provided when working away from home.

* Ongoing training and professional development.

Location

We are particularly interested in candidates who are based within, or willing to relocate to, the Southern Water region. Assistance will be provided for those required to work away from their home location.

To apply, please submit your CV together with a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience and current location
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed