Site Engineer
Site Engineer
Employee type
Permanent
Salary
£30000 - £45000/annum
Category
Construction
Job Description
Site Engineer – HS2 (Major Earthworks Contractor)
Location: Aylesbury
Package: Excellent salary + uplift + accommodation/travel support + benefits
The Role You will support large‑scale earthworks delivery on HS2, including bulk excavation, haul roads, drainage, structures, and temporary works. This is a hands‑on engineering role with strong progression opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
* Setting‑out for earthworks, drainage, utilities, and structures
* Daily QA checks, ITPs, as‑built records, and technical documentation
* Supporting Section Engineers/Sub Agents with planning and coordination
* Working closely with survey teams and GPS machine control systems
* Ensuring compliance with HS2 specifications, environmental controls, and safety standards
* Contributing to progress reporting and short‑term planning
Requirements
* Degree/HND in Civil Engineering or similar
* Experience in earthworks, highways, or heavy civils
* Strong understanding of digital engineering and GPS equipment
* Ability to work across multiple work fronts in a fast‑paced environment
* Strong communication and organisational skills
Benefits
* Major project experience
* Long‑term pipeline of work
* Accommodation/travel package available
* Clear progression to Project Engineer