Site Engineer - Civils Works

Job Description: Site Engineer Location: Somerset Area, Taunton, Chard etc Type: Permanent / Contract / Temporary Role Overview: We are looking for a Site Engineer to start working with one of our clients on various projects. The work can vary from bridge replacements, culvert replacements, deveg schemes etc. Works can be anything from a couple of weeks through to long term projects, so you would be expected to travel between the sites. Key Responsibilities: Site engineering * Establish the level and survey control for contracts * Set out detailed works as per the contract drawings, ensuring checks are carried out on a regular basis * Ensure that records are accurate and comply with organisational and legal requirements * Resolve any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise at any time * Produce procurement schedules for the jobs and liaise with our procurement department to ensure site has adequate resources to complete the tasks * Produce ITPs and Task Briefings * Produce 2 week look ahead in conjunction with the Site Agent * Produce Site Diaries and Allocation Sheets Key measures & targets: * Accurate and timely setting out of the works * Timely handover of works and Quality records without outstanding defects * Production of accurate records, drawing registers and weekly diaries Person Specification: The successful candidate is likely to meet all of the following criteria: Essential * Previous experience of setting out on civil engineering projects * Sound knowledge of construction methods, health and safety, and legal regulations * Fully conversant with the use of robotic total station or EDM instruments * Degree qualified/HNC (or equivalent) in civil engineering * Excellent communication skills * Self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook Desirable * Experience in using AutoCAD and MS Office * Temporary-works co-ordination * CSCS card * Cable avoidance training * First aid training * NEBOSH or IOSH If interested, please apply and one of our consultants will call you back