Site Engineer

  •  Plymouth
  •   Market related £ / Day
  •   Contract
  •   Full Time
  •   Job Reference SITEENGDVNPRT

Are you a Site Engineer looking for your next step in construction? 

Day Rate: £300 – £400 a day + £50 Lodge Allowance 

 

VGC are currently supporting out Client in Plymouth who are working on a Major project doing redevelopment of a Royal Navy Site. 

Due to the site being on a Royal Navy base only candidates holding EU, NATO, 5 Eyes, or MISWG member passports and have been a UK residence for the last 5 years can be considered for this role.

Site Engineer Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with setting out, dimensional control, and ensuring construction is within specified tolerances.

  • Support preparation of as-built drawings, daily site records, and maintain drawing registers.

  • Monitor and record quality of workmanship and materials, including testing (e.g., concrete, drainage, brickwork).

  • Provide technical support to resolve site issues and ensure clear communication of design information.

  • Promote and assist with implementing site safety, health, and environmental procedures.

 

Site Engineer Key Traits: 

  • Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent (e.g., BSc, BA, BEng, MEng, EngTech, MICE, TIStructE, LCIBSE, LCIBSE EngTech, or Higher Apprenticeship)

  • Working towards Chartership/Incorporation with IStructE, ICE, or another relevant professional body

  • Proficient in using Leica survey equipment (GPS, Total Station, optical and digital levels) for setting out and surveying

  • Experience in a similar role, with awareness of commercial processes

  • Familiar with Quality Management Systems and experienced in writing RAMS

  • Proven people management and project coordination skills

  • Strong team leadership and organisational abilities

 

Site Engineer Desirable Traits: 

  • TWS (Temporary Works Supervisor) or TWC (Temporary Works Coordinator) certified

  • First Aid at Work qualification

  • SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme) certified

  • Experience developing ITPs (Inspection and Test Plans)

  • Background in groundworks, earthworks, and reinforced concrete

  • Experience in nuclear sector projects

If you are interested in the role of Site Engineer please get in touch and we will be in contact shortly. 

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