We are working with a leading rail and civil engineering contractor delivering major infrastructure works across the Midlands. Due to continued project growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Site Engineer to support a high-profile rail scheme in the Birmingham area.
This is a long-term freelance opportunity for an engineer with solid rail civils experience, ideally including platforms, drainage, trackside structures, or similar works.
Role Overview:
As Site Engineer, you will support the delivery of day-to-day engineering duties across the project, ensuring technical accuracy, quality standards, and safety compliance in a live rail environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Setting out and surveying for rail civils works (e.g. drainage, concrete bases and platforms)
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Ensuring works are delivered to design specification and industry standards
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Maintaining daily site records, producing as-builts, and supporting QA documentation
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Coordinating subcontractors and supporting on-site progress
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Liaising with site management, planners, and design teams
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Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times on site
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Assisting with permits, technical queries, and temporary works coordination
Requirements:
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HND/Degree in Civil Engineering or relevant discipline
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Previous experience working on rail or infrastructure projects
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Valid PTS (Personal Track Safety) – essential
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Strong setting out skills using Total Station, GPS and AutoCAD
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CSCS card
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SSSTS or SMSTS (preferred)
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Knowledge of Network Rail standards and procedures
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Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
Contract Details:
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Location: Birmingham
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Duration: 2 years
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Rate: £350 – £420 per day (outside IR35)
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Working Days: Monday to Friday
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Hours: Standard site hours (occasional weekend or night work paid separately)
If you are interested please apply and someone from the team will be in contact with you