Site Engineer

O’Brien Contractors are a Midlands-based Civil Engineering & Building Contractor with an excellent reputation and an enviable client list. As part of our continued expansion, we are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join our business on a full-time basis.

The purpose of the role is to support the successful delivery of complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects through accurate setting out, effective coordination of technical information, and maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency on site.

Key Responsibilities

Setting Out & Surveying

• Carry out on-site surveys and setting out in accordance with project requirements.
• Ensure accuracy of levels and positions in line with design specifications and tolerances.

Technical Coordination

• Check and coordinate technical information including drawings, specifications, and models.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between design information and site conditions.

Digital Engineering / Modelling

• Produce and update 3D models, including accurate as-built data.
• Work with digital models and AutoCAD to support project delivery.

Quality Assurance

• Complete QA documentation in line with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and specifications.
• Support quality processes and ensure works are delivered to the required standards.

General / Site Duties

• Liaise with site management, production teams, subcontractors, and design consultants.
• Maintain accurate site records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with project drawings, specifications, and tolerances.
• Support site safety initiatives and contribute to overall project efficiency.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Proven experience as a Site Engineer, particularly in setting out.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and digital models, including AutoCAD.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Relevant engineering qualification (HNC / HND / Degree in Civil Engineering or similar).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Desirable

• SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• Experience working across a variety of civil engineering projects.
• Experience with 3D GPS machine control systems (e.g. Topcon, Leica).

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
• Proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Effective communicator, able to build relationships across site teams and stakeholders.

If you are interested in the above vacancy, please submit your CV to: info@obriencontractors.co.uk

Strictly no agencies at this time please