Wayleave Engineer

Job Description – Wayleave Engineer / Site Engineer Location: Site-based (UK-wide travel required) Reports to: Site and Project Managers Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Overview We are seeking a proactive and adaptable Wayleave Engineer / Site Engineer to join our team delivering overhead line (OHL) transmission schemes across the UK. This dual-role combines wayleave and access negotiation with hands-on site engineering responsibilities , providing critical support in enabling and executing high-voltage construction works. Key Responsibilities Wayleave / Access Engineering Engage with landowners, tenants, agents, local authorities, and statutory bodies to secure necessary wayleave agreements, access rights, and consents. Conduct site visits and assessments to identify access constraints, environmental sensitivities, and land use impacts. Support resolution of landowner concerns, disputes, and compensation discussions in coordination with client Wayleave Officers. Maintain accurate records of wayleave status, correspondence, access agreements, and engagement logs. Liaise with the client’s wayleave, legal, and environmental teams to ensure alignment with scheme requirements. Contribute to access strategy development and route planning from a construction logistics perspective. Site Engineering Support Assist Site and Project Managers and project teams in the delivery of construction works, including surveys, setting out, and quality assurance. Provide technical support to construction teams during piling, tower erection, stringing, and commissioning phases. Monitor site progress, prepare method statements and risk assessments , and assist in producing as-built records. Ensure compliance with HSEQ standards , environmental constraints, and temporary works requirements. Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and utility companies on-site. Key Skills training can be provided). Familiarity with National Grid TGN and TP documents or other DNO/TO standards. Personal Attributes Self-motivated, able to manage own workload and prioritise tasks effectively . Professional and diplomatic in landowner and stakeholder engagement . Flexible and comfortable working in rural, remote, or challenging environments . Team player with a willingness to adapt to changing project needs. What We Offer Competitive salary based on experience. Company vehicle . Paid travel and subsistence for site work. Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects . Ongoing training and career development opportunities . #J-18808-Ljbffr