Site Engineer – Water Infrastructure
Employment Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time (45 hours per week)
Location: Regional projects (initial focus: East London)
Role Overview
An established civil engineering contractor operating within the UK water sector is seeking a Site Engineer to support the delivery of complex water infrastructure and utility schemes.
The role will involve working on major water asset remediation projects, including structures, pipelines, and associated civil works within constrained environments such as rail and highway interfaces. Projects are currently in the design phase, offering the opportunity to be involved from early-stage planning through to construction and handover.
You will work closely with Site Agents, Sub Agents and engineers to ensure safe, high-quality and efficient delivery, while gaining exposure to programme, cost and contract management within a regulated water environment.
Key Responsibilities
Health, Safety & Environment
Promote a strong safety culture aligned with water industry standards
Ensure compliance with H&S legislation, permits and environmental controls
Support safe delivery of works around live water assets
Quality & Compliance
Deliver works in line with water industry specifications and quality standards
Ensure defect-free delivery and accurate completion of quality records
Identify value engineering opportunities while maintaining asset integrity
Site Engineering
Establish and maintain survey and level control
Set out works in accordance with drawings, specifications and permits
Carry out regular checks and resolve technical issues on site
Maintain accurate site records, diaries, allocation sheets and photo logs
Assist with RAMS, ITPs, permits and task briefings
Support short-term planning and two-week lookaheads
Liaise with procurement to ensure materials and plant availability
Assist with pre-construction reviews and stakeholder requirements
Support identification and notification of variations
Key Measures of Success
Accurate and timely setting out
Defect-free handover with complete quality documentation
Accurate site records and weekly reporting
Key Relationships
Site Agents and Sub Agents
Engineering and site delivery teams
Client and asset owner technical representatives
Essential Requirements
Previous setting-out experience on water or utility infrastructure projects
Strong understanding of construction methods, H&S and environmental controls
Competent with robotic total stations / EDM equipment
Degree or HNC (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering
Strong communication and coordination skills
Proactive, safety-focused and results-driven approach
Desirable
AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
Temporary Works coordination experience
CSCS card
Cable avoidance and utility detection training
First Aid certification
NEBOSH or IOSH
SMSTS
Benefits
Competitive salary
Pension scheme
Life assurance
Private medical cover
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and loyalty days
Volunteering allowance
Employee Assistance Programme
Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice
Vehicle or allowance (role dependent)
Ongoing training and development
Career progression opportunities
Long-service awards