Engineer in Southampton

Site Engineer Location: Chandlers Ford, Hampshire (with site travel across the region)

Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + Comprehensive Benefits Package (Car allowance/company car, enhanced pension, healthcare)

Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Site Engineer looking to take the next major step in your career with a UK industry leader? We are recruiting on behalf of a premier tier-1 construction and infrastructure contractor. Known for delivering landmark civil engineering, highways, and major public realm projects across the UK, they are looking for a top-tier Site Engineer to join their thriving Southern team based out of Chandlers Ford. This is a brilliant chance to break away from short-term contracts or stagnant roles and secure a position with a business boasting a massive, multi-year pipeline of local work, exceptional financial rewards, and an industry-leading commitment to professional development.

What You'll Do

• Setting Out Surveying: Establishing accurate control points and setting out complex works using modern EDMs, Total Stations, and GPS equipment.
• Quality Assurance: Managing strict quality control on-site, including maintaining comprehensive QA records, managing RFI (Request for Information) processes, and resolving complex technical queries.
• Site Supervision Leadership: Collaborating closely with the Sub Agent and Site Manager to oversee subcontractors, ensuring works align perfectly with design drawings and specifications.
• Health Safety: Promoting a rigorous zero-harm culture on-site, ensuring all engineering activities comply with strict H S regulations.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications: A Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a closely related construction discipline.
• Technical Expertise: Proven experience setting out on civil engineering or major infrastructure projects (e.g., groundworks, heavy RC structures, complex drainage, or highways).
• Equipment Skills: Fully competent in using modern robotic surveying equipment and AutoCAD software.
• Certifications: Valid CSCS card is essential. SMSTS/SSSTS and First Aid are highly desirable.
• Mobility: A full UK driving license is required, as you will be traveling to sites across the regional patch.

Why Apply?

Our client sets the benchmark for employee satisfaction and retention in the construction industry. Alongside a highly competitive salary of up to £65k, you will receive:

• Company car or a generous monthly car allowance.
• Market-leading pension scheme and private healthcare.
• A structured pathway for career progression into management (with full financial support and mentorship toward ICE/chartership if desired).
• The stability of a permanent role with a business that genuinely values work-life balance and local deployment.

To Apply

If you are a precise, driven Site Engineer ready to take ownership of high-profile regional projects and command a premium package, we want to hear from you. Apply today with your updated CV, or contact Ollie for a confidential discussion about the role.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.