Site Engineer

The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer / Setting Out Engineer to join a major civils and groundworks contractor delivering two large distribution centre buildings in Hinkley, Leicestershire.…

Pay rate £300 – £350/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 21 August 2026

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The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer / Setting Out Engineer to join a major civils and groundworks contractor delivering two large distribution centre buildings in Hinkley, Leicestershire.

The overall project value is approximately £18 million and will involve extensive groundworks, foundations, drainage, reinforced concrete and external infrastructure. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an experienced project team and work on a large-scale commercial development.

The Role

You will provide day-to-day engineering and setting out support across the project, working closely with the Site Manager, Project Manager and groundworks teams.

Key Responsibilities

* Setting out foundations, drainage, concrete works and external works.

* Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.

* Checking levels, coordinates and dimensions.

* Providing engineering support to site teams and subcontractors.

* Maintaining accurate QA and as-built records.

* Assisting with inspections and quality control.

* Identifying and resolving engineering issues on site.

* Supporting the delivery of works to programme and specification.

Requirements

* Previous Site Engineer / Setting Out Engineer experience.

* Strong groundworks and civils background.

* Experience with foundations, drainage and concrete works.

* Good understanding of engineering drawings and QA procedures.

* CSCS – Essential.

* Own kit advantageous but not essential.

What's on Offer

* 9 months' work.

* Major £18 million commercial development.

* Opportunity to work with a leading civils and groundworks contractor.

* Competitive day rate.

* Potential for further work following successful completion

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