Site Engineer - Civil Engineering
Location: East Sussex / South East England
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + Benefits Package
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a leading principal civil engineering contractor delivering a high-profile, multi-million-pound coastal restoration project along the South Coast.
This role involves delivering a blend of complex marine/coastal civil works, structural refurbishments, and high-spec public realm improvements. The successful candidate will play a critical role in site setting out, quality control, temporary works oversight, and managing sub-contractors on a complex, Grade II*-listed historic infrastructure asset.
Key Responsibilities
Setting Out & Technical Control
Precise setting out of civil works, structural foundations, structural steel/cast iron frames, concrete elements, and public realm reconfigurations.
Interpreting working drawings, specifications, and CAD models to establish site controls and levels.
Conducting pre-construction and progress surveys, providing as-built drawings and reports.
Structural & Civil Operations
Supervising specialized sub-contractors handling historic metalwork restoration, masonry repairs, deep foundations, and structural steel erection.
Managing the installation of new infrastructure, including structural deck refurbishments, lift shaft installations, and associated groundworks.
Implementing temporary works schemes in accordance with safety standards and structural engineer requirements.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
Inspecting materials and workmanship to ensure compliance with contract specifications, heritage guidelines, and quality plans.
Maintaining complete Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and Quality Control documentation.
Assisting the Site Manager and Project Manager with daily site diaries, progress reporting, and records of work completed.
Health, Safety & Environmental Management
Enforcing strict site health, safety, and environmental standards, particularly in a coastal, public-facing environment.
Preparing and reviewing RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) for complex lifts and structural interventions.
Adhering to environmental constraints regarding local ecology, historic walls, and coastal marine habitats.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications: HN...
Site Engineer in Eastbourne employer: Randstad Construction and Property
As an employer, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment in Dartford, Kent, where our team members are empowered to grow and develop their skills. With a strong focus on employee well-being, we offer competitive pay rates, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career progression within the vital infrastructure sector. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the M25 network while enjoying a collaborative culture that values innovation and teamwork.
Contact Details:
Randstad Construction and Property Recruitment Team
