Date posted: 28 August 2026
Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Job Description:
Intermediate Site Engineer – Nationwide Projects
Head Office: Wakefield
First Project: Romford, Essex
Salary: Up to £45,000 + Electric Mercedes Company Car + Bonus
Employment Type: Permanent (Freelance also considered)
Start: ASAP
We are recruiting for an Intermediate Site Engineer to join a growing construction team delivering projects nationwide.
This is a newly created role within the business and an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer who is confident with setting out and looking to develop their technical experience. The successful candidate will be primarily site-based, with a requirement to attend the Wakefield office approximately one day per week.
The first project will be based in Romford and involves a large, complex scheme requiring strong technical support and accurate setting out.
The Role
* Carrying out accurate setting out and setting out checks
* Using levels and other surveying equipment
* Supporting the delivery of complex and technically challenging construction works
* Liaising with Contract Engineers and the wider site delivery team
* Providing technical support to site teams and chargehands
* Monitoring and checking works to ensure they are completed accurately and in line with drawings
* Supporting and discussing technical aspects of concrete works
* Reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications
* Working primarily on site, with one day per week at the Wakefield office
* Travelling to and working on projects nationwide
About You
* Ideally 2–5 years' experience since graduating from university
* Relevant degree or qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or a related discipline
* Confident carrying out setting out independently
* Good understanding of construction methods, particularly concrete works
* Able to read and interpret technical drawings
* Strong communication skills and able to liaise with engineers and site teams
* Happy to travel and work on projects across the UK
* Ideally based within a commutable distance of Wakefield
Package
* Salary up to £45,000, depending on experience
* Electric Mercedes company car
* Bonus scheme
* Permanent position with excellent long-term development opportunities
* Freelance candidates will also be considered
* Immediate start available
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing contractor and work on significant projects across the UK, starting with an exciting and technically complex project in Romford.
Work Location: In person
Salary description
£40000.00 - £70000.00 per year