Cavendish Professionals
Site Engineer
Site Engineer at Cavendish Professionals, based in Leiston, Suffolk. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Leiston, Suffolk
- Closing date
- Sector
- Construction & Trades
- CSCS card
Reference 6de4a8927b2c4d684ec3f456b33d83104b41db63
About the role
We are currently recruiting for a Site/Setting-Out Engineer to join one of our well-established clients in Suffolk.
Our client is a leading UK construction and civil engineering contractor with a proven track record of delivering complex, high-profile infrastructure, commercial, residential and transportation projects across the UK and Ireland.
Key Responsibilities:
- Setting out and surveying works in accordance with drawings and specifications.
- Producing and maintaining accurate site records and as-built documentation.
- Ensuring works are delivered in compliance with design information and project requirements.
- Managing quality control processes and completing Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
- Supporting subcontractors with technical queries and engineering requirements.
- Reviewing drawings and identifying potential design or construction issues.
- Monitoring progress and reporting updates to the project team.
- Assisting with temporary works coordination and implementation.
- Carrying out site inspections and ensuring works meet required standards.
- Supporting health, safety and environmental compliance across site operations.
- Managing permits, technical documentation and construction records.
- Liaising with designers, subcontractors, consultants and client representatives.
Skills & Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Site Engineer within nuclear, civil engineering, infrastructure or construction projects.
- Strong setting-out experience using GPS, Total Station and surveying equipment.
- Experience working on highways, utilities, energy, infrastructure or heavy civil engineering projects.
- Strong understanding of construction methodologies and engineering principles.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Proficient in maintaining quality assurance and project documentation.
- Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Previous Site Induction on this project is desirable
- CSCS Card.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
If interested, please get in touch with Gearoid on (phone number removed) or contact the office on (phone number removed). Alternatively, click "Apply" to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.
Reference: 6de4a8927b2c4d684ec3f456b33d83104b41db63 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 29 Nov 2026 · Listed via Cavendish Professionals
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