Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to join a major infrastructure project on HS2 in Brackley, supporting the delivery of highways and drainage works.
This role will suit a technically strong engineer with proven experience in setting out, QA and site coordination, working within large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure environments.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out setting out and surveying for highways and drainage works ensuring accuracy and compliance with design specifications
Deliver engineering control for works including earthworks, roads, kerbing, and drainage systems (surface water & foul)
Undertake quality assurance processes, including inspections, ITPs and as-built records
Monitor and report on progress, quality and site issues, escalating where required
Support the management of subcontractors and site teams to ensure delivery to programme
Maintain accurate site records, surveys and red-line drawings
Ensure full compliance with HS2 health, safety, environmental and quality standards
Liaise with design teams, site management and wider engineering teams to resolve technical issues and coordinate works
Scope of Works
Highways construction (roads, kerbs, pavements, ducting)
Drainage systems (manholes, gullies, pipework, attenuation systems)
Earthworks and associated civils packages
Utilities and surface infrastructure interfaces
(Aligned with typical HS2 and highways delivery packages including drainage, kerbing, and roadworks)
Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a Site Engineer on major infrastructure or highways projects
Strong experience in drainage and highways packages
Ability to undertake setting out and engineering control independently
Experience using Total Station, GPS and survey equipment
Good understanding of QA processes, ITPs and as-built documentation
Strong communication and coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams
Qualifications & Requirements
Degree / HNC / HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent
CSCS card (essential)
SMSTS or SSSTS (desirable)
Experience on HS2 or similar large infrastructure projects (highly desirable)
Full UK driving licence
Key Attributes
Detail-oriented with strong technical accuracy
Proactive approach to problem solving and site issues
Ability to work within a highly regulated environment
Strong commitment to health, safety and quality standards