Site Engineer
Location: Essex / London Gateway (DP World)
Salary: £50,000 + Package
Job Type: Permanent
Red Sky Personnel are working alongside a specialist civil engineering contractor delivering key packages on one of the UK’s largest logistics and port infrastructure schemes at DP World London Gateway. Due to continued growth and ongoing project demand, they are looking to appoint an experienced Site Engineer to support the delivery of heavy civils and groundworks packages on this flagship development. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected subcontractor working on a nationally significant marine and logistics infrastructure project.
The Role
The Site Engineer will be responsible for supporting the technical delivery of site operations across large-scale civils and groundworks packages, ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately, and in line with programme and quality expectations.
Key responsibilities will include:
Carrying out setting out for a range of civils works including earthworks, drainage, piling, reinforced concrete and infrastructure elements
Supporting the delivery of heavy civils and large-scale groundworks packages
Assisting with day-to-day site engineering activities and coordination of works
Reviewing drawings, specifications and technical information to ensure accurate delivery
Providing technical support to site teams and subcontractors
Ensuring all works are delivered in line with project quality standards and specifications
Maintaining accurate as-built records, QA documentation and site reports
Assisting with sequencing and planning of works alongside site management
Promoting and enforcing strong health & safety standards at all times
Requirements
Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline
Valid CSCS card (White CSCS – Academically Qualified Person preferred)
Experience working as a Site Engineer on civil engineering or infrastructure projects
Strong background in groundworks, heavy civils, earthworks or infrastructure schemes
Confident in setting out and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
Experience using surveying equipment such as Leica, Trimble or Total Stations
Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, large-scale project environment
What’s on Offer
Permanent role on a major UK infrastructure / port development project
Competitive salary and full benefits package
Lodge available for candidates working away from home
Long-term project stability with strong pipeline of future works
Opportunity to work on one of the UK’s most high-profile logistics infrastructure schemes
Interested? Apply now or get in contact with Cleo directly to find out more about this opportunity