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Site Engineer

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United KingdomcontractVerifiedPosted 15 Oct 2026

About the role

Our client is seeking a Site Engineer for a contract role on a major wastewater treatment works project near Leicester. Working within the water and civil engineering sector, the successful individual will provide technical support across a heavy civils and utilities environment, with a strong focus on accurate setting out and effective project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Carrying out accurate setting out for civil engineering and utilities works
Using engineering drawings, specifications and surveying equipment to support site activities
Checking dimensions, levels and alignments to ensure work is completed to specification
Providing technical guidance to site teams and subcontractors
Monitoring construction progress and supporting the resolution of technical issues
Maintaining accurate site records, quality documentation and as-built information
Working in accordance with health and safety, environmental and quality procedures
Collaborating with project managers, supervisors and delivery teams to support successful completion of the works

Job Requirements:

Experience working as a Site Engineer within civil engineering, heavy civils or utilities
Good setting out experience on construction or infrastructure projects
Understanding of wastewater treatment works or water industry projects
Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and construction information
Knowledge of surveying principles, levels and dimensional control
Strong understanding of construction health and safety requirements
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Relevant civil engineering qualification or equivalent practical experience
If you are an experienced Site Engineer with a civil engineering background and setting out expertise, apply now for this contract opportunity near Leicester

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