Job type
TemporaryLocation
Abingdon, OxfordshireWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Construction - Civils ProjectsIndustry
ConstructionPay
£400 - £500 per day
Site Engineer - Water Infrastructure - Oxfordshire
Site Engineer
Location: Oxfordshire (Abingdon area)
Project: Major strategic water infrastructure / reservoir scheme
Project: Major strategic water infrastructure / reservoir scheme
The Opportunity
We are supporting a leading contractor delivering a nationally significant water infrastructure project in Oxfordshire. Due to continued progress across early works and construction activities, they are seeking a Site Engineer to join the project team and support the successful delivery of multi‑disciplinary civil and MEICA works.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain long‑term exposure on a flagship UK infrastructure project, working closely with site management, designers, subcontractors and the wider delivery team.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with site establishment and the overall delivery of the project, supporting site management and the wider project team as required
- Support the preparation, implementation and maintenance of QA / QC documentation, including Inspection Test Plans, check sheets and site records
- Carry out engineering duties using Total Station, GPS, CAT & Genny and other current survey and setting‑out equipment
- Maintain accurate site records, including QA documentation, ITPs, survey and level data, concrete test results and as‑built information, highlighting any variances or issues.
- Support the management and coordination of subcontractors and the supply chain as directed by site management
- Assist with design coordination and the distribution of technical and construction documentation relevant to site works
- Hold specific site‑based responsibilities as required, including permits to work
- Support effective coordination between site disciplines and subcontract managers to ensure works are sequenced and delivered efficiently.
- Assist with the completion and coordination of mandatory and regulatory inspections, including SHE, LOLER, PUWER and other compliance requirements
- Support the development, monitoring and reporting of 5–6 week look‑ahead programmes, liaising with the supply chain and key stakeholders
- Prepare and implement Risk Assessments and Method Statements for directly resourced activities where required
- Assist with the implementation and management of SHE management systems, including participation in audits and reviews
- Plan and procure materials and plant to support site activities, ensuring efficient use and accurate stock control.
- Produce accurate as‑constructed drawings, including red‑line mark‑ups, for issue to the design team
- Promote continuous improvement, sharing best practice across the project team and the wider business
- Attend coordination, progress and programme meetings as required
- Monitor and help drive health, safety and environmental performance across site activities.
About You
- Degree or HNC/HND qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- Good understanding of civil engineering principles and construction techniques
- Exposure to civil engineering and / or MEICA construction environments
- Experience supporting design management and technical coordination
- Prior experience in frontline or project‑supporting site roles
- Hold a valid CSCS card
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable
- Degree in Civil Engineering
- ICE training agreement in place or working towards professional development
- CAD competence
What you need to do now
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