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Site Engineer - Water

£45,000-£50,000 per annumBasingstoke

Overview

Site Engineer - Civil Engineering (Water / Infrastructure)
Location: South East / Thames Water region (regional projects)
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + car/car allowance + package
Permanent, full-time
A leading UK civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint a Site Engineer to support delivery across a portfolio of water and infrastructure projects. Operating as a tier-one partner on major frameworks, this is an opportunity to join a business with a strong pipeline of secured work and a clear focus on long-term career development.
This role will suit a Site Engineer with experience in civil engineering or water sector projects who is looking for stability, technical variety and progression within a well-established organisation.

The role

You will provide site engineering support across multiple schemes, ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately and in line with design requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Setting out works in accordance with contract drawings and establishing survey control
  • Carrying out regular checks to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Producing site documentation including ITPs, task briefings, site diaries and allocation sheets
  • Supporting planning with short-term programmes and 2-week lookaheads
  • Resolving technical queries and site-based issues as they arise
  • Coordinating with procurement to ensure resources and materials are available
  • Promoting high standards of health, safety, environmental compliance and quality
  • Identifying opportunities for value engineering and continuous improvement

About you

To be considered for this role, you should have:
Essential:
  • Experience setting out on civil engineering or infrastructure projects
  • Good understanding of construction methods, health & safety and industry standards
  • Experience using total stations or similar surveying equipment
  • Degree or HNC (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering
  • Strong communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach
Desirable:
  • Experience within the water sector or utilities frameworks
  • AutoCAD and MS Office proficiency
  • Temporary works knowledge
  • CSCS card and relevant site certifications (e.g. First Aid, IOSH/NEBOSH)

The company

You will be joining a well-established contractor with over 40 years' experience delivering civil engineering and infrastructure projects across water, transport, energy and the built environment. The business operates a direct delivery model and is known for investing in its people, offering clear career progression and long-term job security.

Package & benefits

  • Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
  • Company car or car allowance
  • Pension, life assurance and private medical
  • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Flexible benefits and wellbeing support
If you are a Site Engineer looking to develop your career on long-term infrastructure frameworks, I would be keen to speak with you.
Please apply directly or contact Leon Smith at Murray McIntosh for a confidential discussion:

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Leon Smith

Principal Consultant - Water

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