Site Engineer

Your new company
A leading international construction and engineering contractor is seeking a Site Engineer to join the team on a major Data Centre development. Operating across large-scale, mission-critical projects, the company has built a reputation for delivering complex construction schemes to the highest standards of quality, safety, and technical excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to work within the rapidly expanding data centre sector, supporting the delivery of critical digital infrastructure.

Your new role
As a Site Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of a large-scale data centre project. Working closely with the site management and engineering teams, you will be responsible for the inspection and verification of works, ensuring all construction activities meet the required quality, safety, and programme standards.
Your responsibilities will include setting out and dimensional control of civil and structural elements, monitoring subcontractor performance, implementing inspection and test plans, and ensuring all works are delivered within specified tolerances. You will assist with the recording and testing of workmanship and materials, coordinate quality assurance processes, and contribute to the successful delivery of project milestones on time and within budget.

What you'll need to succeed
To be considered for this role, you will hold a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline, along with relevant site certifications such as CSCS/CSR and First Aid at Work. Previous experience as a Site Engineer on large-scale construction, infrastructure, industrial, pharmaceutical, or data centre projects is highly desirable.

You will possess strong technical and setting-out knowledge, experience using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, and a thorough understanding of quality control procedures and construction best practices. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with project teams and subcontractors are essential.

What you'll get in return
In return, you'll join a highly respected contractor delivering some of the most technically challenging projects in the mission-critical sector. You'll benefit from a competitive salary and benefits package, structured career development pathways, ongoing training opportunities, and exposure to cutting-edge data centre projects.

This role offers excellent long-term career prospects within a growing market, alongside a supportive and collaborative working environment that places a strong emphasis on professional development, employee wellbeing, and work-life balance.

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