Site Engineer

Overview

In this role you will oversee site execution for rails infrastructure works, focusing on safety, quality, and timely delivery. You will work with field teams and contractors to implement risk controls, permits, and ITPs while maintaining daily site records. This position sits within Construction Management on a major shaft and crossover project, offering hands-on coordination and problem solving at scale. You will shape site practices and contribute to the successful delivery of critical rail assets. A strong safety culture and cross-disciplinary collaboration are key to success here.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and participate in Start of Shift Briefings
• Coordinate with GF/Works Manager to set up worksites
• Ensure Risk Assessments, Method Statements, ITPs, permits, and material records are prepared and implemented
• Plan and coordinate daily site activities with subcontractors and delivery teams
• Write and issue the daily site diary
• Ensure permits and temporary works and other safety systems are in place
• Liaise with Section Foreman to ensure safe work methods
• Identify and complete temporary works requirements per procedures
• Perform quality checks per ITPs and document results
• Manage non-conformance reports and close out on site

Key requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering
• CSCS Card
• Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system)
• Desirable: CAD
• Desirable: Experience with a Tier 1 Contractor
• Desirable: First Aid trained
• Desirable: Fire Marshall trainee

• strong communication
• team coordination
• safety awareness
• Document control systems
• ITP development and management
• Risk assessments and method statements

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