Site Engineer

Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd

Site Engineer - Contract (Devonport, Plymouth)

Location: Devonport, Plymouth (full-time site based)
Rate: Up to £430/day (Umbrella PAYE, all-in)
Hours: 45 hours per week (approx. 08:00-17:00)
Contract: Ongoing contract role



Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support delivery on a major infrastructure project at Devonport, working within a live MOD environment. This is a hands-on, site-based role reporting into line management, with responsibility for setting out, engineering compliance, quality assurance, and day-to-day site support.



Security & Eligibility (Essential)

Due to the nature of the project, candidates must be eligible for BPSS clearance (process can take up to 8 weeks).
To be considered, you must meet one of the following criteria:

  • Hold current valid UK security clearance, or
  • Be a British passport holder, or
  • Have resided in the UK continuously for the past 5 years


Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out accurate setting out using site control within required tolerances
  • Produce and maintain as-built records and drawing registers
  • Support site quality assurance through inspections, surveys, and checks
  • Record testing of materials and workmanship (e.g. RC, drainage, piling)
  • Provide technical support to site teams and resolve engineering queries
  • Maintain and manage calibration records for survey equipment
  • Complete daily site diaries and maintain progress trackers
  • Support site HSE, environmental, and quality inspections
  • Assist with procurement of materials and site equipment


Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Site Engineer on major construction or infrastructure projects
  • Strong setting-out capability (Leica GPS / Total Station preferred)
  • Experience working with reinforced concrete structures and system formwork
  • Relevant civil engineering qualification (desirable)

Tickets & Compliance (Essential):

  • Valid CSCS card (White AQP)
  • Supervisor-level HSE test

Additional Experience:

  • Familiarity with QMS and RAMS
  • Experience working in regulated or MOD environments (highly desirable)


What's on Offer

  • Competitive day rate up to £430/day (Umbrella)
  • Long-term, full-time site-based role
  • Opportunity to work on a high-profile, secure infrastructure project
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