Site Engineer

Site Engineer - Energy Project - Civil Engineering - Major Infrastructure

Location: Port Talbot
Rate: £400 - £450/day
Contract Type: Freelance
Start Date: November 2026

Are you an experienced Site Engineer looking for your next challenge on a major reservoir and water infrastructure project? We are recruiting for a Tier 1 civil engineering contractor delivering a significant reservoir improvement / water infrastructure scheme, offering long-term work and career progression opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer with a strong background in heavy civils, water, infrastructure, earthworks, reinforced concrete and major projects.

Key Responsibilities

* Overseeing engineering activities across the project

* Managing and reviewing setting out activities

* Reviewing RAMS, ITPs, WPPs and QA documentation

* Ensuring works are delivered safely, to programme and specification

* Managing subcontractors and site teams

* Liaising with Site Agents, Project Managers and client representatives

* Managing temporary works coordination requirements

* Reviewing drawings and resolving technical queries

* Supporting planning and sequencing of works

* Maintaining quality standards and ensuring compliance with project requirements

Requirements

* Previous experience as a Site Engineer on civil engineering projects

* Energy, earthworks, highways, flood defence, utilities or heavy civils experience desirable

* Strong understanding of earthworks, drainage, reinforced concrete and infrastructure delivery

* Experience managing engineers and subcontractors

* CSCS Card

* SMSTS / SSSTS beneficial

* Temporary Works knowledge advantageous

* Ability to read technical drawings and specifications

* Full UK Driving Licence

What’s On Offer

* Long-term project pipeline

* Competitive rates

* Major infrastructure project exposure

* Strong team environment

* Opportunity to work on complex reservoir engineering works

If you're a Site Engineer looking for your next opportunity within civil engineering, water infrastructure, reservoir projects or heavy civils, apply today with your CV