Site Engineer - Randstad Construction & Property : Job Details

Are you an experienced and driven Site Engineer looking for your next exciting freelance opportunity?

A multi-billion pound civils contractor delivering a landmark highways project in the UK is seeking a proactive and skilled Freelance Site Engineer to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a significant infrastructure scheme and further your career.

About the Project:

You will be working on a major highways upgrade, involving substantial earthworks, complex structures, and significant utility diversions. This is a challenging and rewarding project offering exposure to a wide range of engineering activities.

About the Role:

As a Freelance Site Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Setting out works accurately and efficiently.
• Ensuring works are constructed according to drawings and specifications.
• Quality control and assurance, including undertaking inspections and raising NCRs as required.
• Liaising with the site team, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Maintaining accurate records, including daily diaries and progress reports.
• Assisting with the resolution of technical queries.
• Ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Site Engineer on civil engineering projects, ideally highways.
• Strong understanding of earthworks, structures, and utility diversions.
• Proficiency in setting out using surveying equipment (e.g., GPS, total stations).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Relevant CSCS card.
• A degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline is desirable.

What We Offer:

• Competitive freelance day rate (negotiable based on experience).
• Opportunity to work on a prestigious, multi-million pound infrastructure project.
• Long-term freelance potential.
• Exposure to a dynamic and professional working environment.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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