Job Title: Site Engineer – Earthworks
Location: Bath, Somerset
Rate: £300 – £450 per day
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Job Description:
A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking a Site Engineer with strong earthworks experience to support a major infrastructure package based in Bath. This is a key role on a fast-paced project involving bulk earthworks, ground remediation, and enabling works.
Key Responsibilities:
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Setting out for bulk excavation, cut & fill, and ground stabilisation
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Working closely with site management and subcontractors
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Ensuring accuracy of works to design levels and tolerances
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Maintaining daily records, QA documentation, and as-builts
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Monitoring materials, progress, and site safety standards
Requirements:
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Proven experience working as a Site Engineer on earthworks or heavy civils projects
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Proficient with Leica/Trimble GPS and AutoCAD
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Civil Engineering degree or equivalent qualification
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CSCS card (essential)
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SMSTS or SSSTS (advantageous)
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Ability to work independently and manage site engineering tasks under pressure
Benefits:
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Competitive daily rate of £300 – £450, based on experience
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Long-term contract opportunity
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Well-supported site with experienced project team
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High-profile project in the South West