Site Engineer in Waterlooville, Hampshire

Are you an experienced Site Engineer looking to play a pivotal role in a critical infrastructure project? We are seeking a highly motivated professional to join a leading principal delivery contractor for the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and initial site preparation phase of a major Water Treatment Works (WTW) scheme in Waterlooville. This long-term contract offers excellent project continuity as the site transitions from initial investigations through to full civil engineering delivery under the AMP8 framework.

• Location:Waterlooville, Hampshire
• Contract Rate:£350 - £400 per day depending on experience (LTD - IR35 Determination Pending)
• Duration:Long-Term Contract (AMP8 Framework)
• Start Date:Immediate / ASAP

• Setting Out & Surveying:Execute precise setting out and topographic verification for ground investigations, trial holes, utility diversions, deep drainage, and site establishment works using modern GPS and Total Station equipment.
• Service Avoidance & Permits:Issue and enforce Permits to Dig, conducting comprehensive underground utility location checks using CAT & Genny equipment prior to breaking ground.
• Technical Interface:Review design models and construction drawings to resolve Technical Queries (TQs) and Requests for Information (RFIs) early during the ECI stage.
• Quality & Assurance:Implement Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), track site tolerances, record daily site diaries, and ensure strict compliance with client specifications and water authority standards.
• Site Supervision:Work alongside the Site Manager and General Foreman to supervise specialist survey teams, ground investigation contractors, and early civils gangs.

• Proven track record as a Site Engineer delivering civil engineering or asset upgrade schemes on UK water or wastewater facilities (WTW / WwTW).
• Practical setting out experience on early site setups, trial hole investigations, utility tracing, and groundworks.
• HND, HNC, or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent practical industry experience).
• Mandatory Tickets:Valid CSCS Card (Gold/Black or Academic/Professionally Qualified), SSSTS or SMSTS, and EUSR National Water Hygiene Card.
• Desirable:First Aid at Work, CAT & Genny / Service Avoidance training, and Temporary Works Supervisor certification.

If you are ready to contribute to this key infrastructure project, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume if you are interested in this opportunity.

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Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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