Site Engineer - Water & Wastewater Projects (WTW / WWTW)
Location: Peterborough / Anglian Region (Site-Based)
Salary: £50,000 - £56,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent (and open to contract at £400/day - £450/day, inside IR35)
Hours: 40 hours per week
An excellent opportunity has arisen for multiple Site Engineers to join a growing team delivering water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the Anglian region, with a focus around Peterborough. These roles offer the chance to work on WTW (Water Treatment Works) and WWTW (Wastewater Treatment Works) projects, supporting the delivery of essential infrastructure within the UK water sector. The successful Site Engineers will take ownership of site engineering activities, including setting out, surveying, quality assurance and technical coordination, working closely with site management teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
* Carrying out setting out, surveying and site engineering duties
* Managing day-to-day site quality assurance activities
* Conducting inspections, approvals and quality checks
* Supporting project delivery in line with programme, budget and quality standards
* Producing and reviewing red‑line drawings and as‑built information
* Preparing temporary works design briefs
* Coordinating with design and engineering teams to resolve technical issues
* Maintaining accurate site records and documentation
* Supporting the implementation of health, safety and environmental standards
* Producing 3‑month look‑ahead programmes and planning site activities
Requirements
* Proven experience working as a Site Engineer or Setting Out Engineer within civil engineering projects
* Experience within the water or wastewater sector (WTW / WWTW)
* Strong knowledge of surveying and setting out techniques
* Experience using robotic total stations and GPS equipment
* Understanding of construction drawings, BIM models and digital design systems
* Strong knowledge of health & safety and site regulations
Qualifications and certifications
* HNC / HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent
* CSCS card
* SSSTS (Site Safety Supervisor Training Scheme)
* First Aid certification
What's On Offer
* £50,000 - £56,000 salary
* Opportunity to work on major water infrastructure projects
* Career development and progression opportunities
* Exposure to large‑scale civil engineering and water treatment projects
* Opportunity to mentor graduate and apprentice engineers
If you are a Site Engineer with water sector or civil engineering experience looking to work on WTW and WWTW infrastructure projects, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward‑thinking team delivering essential UK infrastructure.
Apply now to learn more about this opportunity.
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