Site Engineer

Site Engineer - Highways (Night Shift)

Location: Cheshire (Major Highways Project)
Duration: Initial 9-week contract (26th October - 18th December), returning 4th January - 29th January. Potential for extension through to the end of March.
Shift Pattern: Nights
Rate: £450 CIS

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a major highways project in Cheshire, working on a busy section of the Motorway. This is a night shift position supporting the delivery of critical highways infrastructure works, ensuring projects are completed safely, on programme and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

Setting out and surveying works in accordance with design drawings and specifications.
Producing and maintaining accurate site records and as-built information.
Managing quality assurance processes and completing relevant inspections and test plans (ITPs).
Supporting site management with daily planning and coordination of works.
Ensuring health, safety and environmental standards are maintained at all times.
Liaising with subcontractors, supervisors and the client team.
Monitoring progress and reporting any issues that may impact programme delivery.
Assisting with temporary works, traffic management and highway construction activities.
Ensuring works are delivered in line with National Highways and project requirements.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Site Engineer on highways, roads or infrastructure projects.
Competent in setting out using GPS and total station equipment.
Strong understanding of QA documentation and site records.
Ability to work independently on night shifts.
CSCS Card essential.
SMSTS or SSSTS desirable.
NRSWA qualification advantageous.
Experience working on live highways schemes is highly desirable.

Contract Details

Start Date: 26th October
Finish Date (Phase 1): 18th December
Return Date: 4th January
Finish Date (Phase 2): 29th January
Extension: Potential for one engineer to remain on the project through to the end of March