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
Salary description
£45000.00 - £50000.00 per year