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