Site Engineer

£325 - £400 per day - 6 months

Date Posted: Monday 11 May 2026

, Ref: 232

A well-established groundworks subcontractor is seeking an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to manage all the external works on a large commercial scheme in Northumberland.

The Role

  • Setting out for roads, drainage, foundations, kerbing, paving, and external works
  • Carrying out QA checks and producing as-built surveys
  • Reading and interpreting technical drawings
  • Liaising with site management, main contractor, and operatives
  • Ensuring works are carried out accurately and in line with specifications
  • Maintaining site records and survey data

Experience Required:

  • Proven experience working as a Site Engineer within civil engineering or groundworks
  • Competent using a robotic station
  • Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
  • CSCS card essential
  • SMSTS/First Aid advantageous
  • Strong communication and organisational skills

Remuneration:

  • £325.00 to £400.00 per day (dependent on experience)

This is a temporary position and Corepeople Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers to the hirer.

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