Posted: 18 June
The role
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
