Site Engineer - Major Earthworks & Tunneling

Site Engineer - Major Earthworks & Tunneling

Full-Time 40000 - 50000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
People Group Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage site engineering activities and oversee subcontractors on major earthworks and tunnelling projects.
  • Company: Join a Tier 1 joint venture delivering significant civil engineering programmes.
  • Benefits: Long-term career progression, competitive salary, and hands-on experience in a high-profile project.
  • Other info: Opportunity to work on large-scale bridge construction and highway infrastructure.
  • Why this job: Be part of a transformative infrastructure project with real impact on the community.
  • Qualifications: Engineering background and strong coordination skills required.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.

We are seeking a motivated Site Engineer to join a Tier 1 joint venture delivering one of the UK’s most significant civil engineering programmes in the East Tilbury area. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a long term, complex infrastructure project with major earthworks, tunnelling preparation, structures, and heavy civils works. Early works are already underway, with extensive earthworks and enabling works forming the backbone of the programme ahead of future tunnelling operations commencing in 2028. The project will ultimately include large scale bridge construction, culverts, piling, and associated highway infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to develop their career on a high profile, multi disciplined project with genuine long term progression.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage day to day site engineering activities across earthworks and civil disciplines
  • Coordinate and oversee subcontractors to ensure safe and efficient delivery
  • Support delivery of bulk earthworks, including volumes exceeding one million cubic metres
  • Carry out setting out duties using GPS machine control and total station equipment
  • Complete and maintain inspection test plans, permit systems, and quality assurance records
  • Review and support preparation of method statements and risk assessments
  • Ensure accurate record keeping, site documentation

Site Engineer - Major Earthworks & Tunneling employer: People Group Limited

Join a leading Tier 1 joint venture in East Tilbury, where you will be part of a prestigious civil engineering programme that offers not only competitive salaries but also a supportive work culture focused on employee development and growth. With opportunities to engage in complex projects and cutting-edge technology, this role provides a unique chance to advance your career while contributing to significant infrastructure developments that will shape the future of the region.

People Group Limited

Contact Details:

People Group Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Site Engineer - Major Earthworks & Tunneling

Site Engineering
Earthworks Management
Tunnelling Preparation
Heavy Civils Works
Subcontractor Coordination
GPS Machine Control
Total Station Equipment