Description
Job Title: Contract Site Engineer – Groundworks & Drainage
Location: Manchester, UK
Contract: Full-time, Project-Based
Rate: Competitive and Highly Rewarding
About the Project:
Ready to make a powerful impact on one of Manchester’s most ambitious civils projects? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Contract Site Engineer to take on the groundwork and drainage phases of a large-scale project that’s set to shape the city’s future. If you thrive in dynamic environments and have a passion for precision and quality, this is your opportunity to lead from the front on a milestone development!
What You’ll Do:
- Setting Out & Precision Surveying: You’ll lead the groundwork and drainage setting out, ensuring each line and level is spot on.
- Using GPS, total stations, and cutting-edge tech, you’ll translate plans into reality with pinpoint accuracy.
- Collaborate with the Best: Work side-by-side with top-tier subcontractors, suppliers, and project teams to deliver results that are safe, efficient, and of the highest quality.
- Own Quality Assurance: You’re the on-the-ground guardian of quality, carrying out inspections and QA checks to ensure every task meets exacting standards.
- Be the Problem Solver: No two days are the same, and you’ll be the go-to person to swiftly resolve challenges and keep everything on track.
- Drive Health & Safety Excellence: Safety is non-negotiable here, and you’ll play a leading role in risk assessments, safety briefings, and ensuring every step of the way is secure for all involved.
- Keep Stakeholders Informed: From daily progress logs to insightful updates, your detailed reports will keep the entire project team in sync.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience that Counts: You bring 3-5 years of site engineering experience on large civils projects, especially in groundworks and drainage, and you know how to manage the demands of a fast-paced project.
- Setting Out Expertise: Proficiency with GPS, total stations, and software to bring designs to life on-site.
Credentials: SMSTS/SSSTS and a valid CSCS card to hit the ground running.
- Clear Communication: You’re a natural at coordinating with teams, solving problems on the fly, and keeping everyone focused and motivated.
- Resilience and Agility: You thrive under pressure, adapting seamlessly to changing conditions and maintaining energy until the job’s done.