Job Title: Site Engineer / Section Engineer
Location: Adams Road, Cambridge
Contract Type: Freelance - Inside IR35
Rate: £440-£460 per day
Working Pattern: Full-Time, Day Shifts
Start Date: 18th August 2025
Duration: Until Approx. March 2026
Project Overview:
We are currently recruiting for a Site Engineer / Section Engineer to join a high-profile infrastructure scheme on Adams Road in Cambridge. This is a long-term freelance opportunity on a single site, requiring an engineer with strong quality assurance and checking capabilities-not just a setting out role.
This role is ideally suited to someone experienced in overseeing engineering works, ensuring quality control, managing RFIs/TQs, and checking others' work on site.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide engineering oversight and check setting out completed by others
Review, manage, and respond to Technical Queries (TQs) and Requests for Information (RFIs)
Ensure quality standards are maintained across the section/site
Liaise with design teams to resolve issues and clarify technical queries
Assist the Sub Agent and Section Leads in delivering work to programme and spec
Maintain accurate quality assurance records and site documentation
Monitor subcontractor works for compliance with approved drawings and specifications
Support safety and environmental compliance on site
Essential Requirements:
Proven experience as a Site or Section Engineer on civil infrastructure projects
Competent in reviewing setting out and technical drawings
Excellent knowledge of construction QA/QC processes
Strong understanding of TQ/RFI processes and documentation
CSCS (Engineering or Supervisory level)
SSSTS/SMSTS (desirable)
HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
Strong communication and documentation skills
Right to work in the UK and availability for full-time, site-based work
Additional Information:
Freelance Contract - Inside IR35
Single site role - No multi-site movement
Long-term assignment through to approx. March 2026
Rate: £440-£460/day depending on experience and qualifications