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Site Engineer – Residential & Commercial Construction

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 DOE
Location: Coalville, East Midlands
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Industry: Construction / Residential / Commercial

Three Reasons to Apply:

  1. £45,000 – £55,000 DOE plus a strong benefits package.
  2. Travel expenses and accommodation provided for candidates travelling from Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland.
  3. Join a growing contractor offering long-term progression, professional development and major project exposure.

The job in a nutshell:

This is a hands-on Site Engineer position working on a major development in the East Midlands.

You’ll work closely with the Site Manager and wider project team, taking responsibility for the key engineering and technical elements of the project. Your day-to-day work will include setting out, surveying, interpreting construction drawings, coordinating subcontractors, maintaining site records and helping keep the project moving to programme. Site Engineer – GEDA

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Carrying out accurate setting out and surveying
  • Establishing and checking lines, levels and reference points
  • Reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications
  • Identifying and resolving technical issues on site
  • Coordinating subcontractors, materials and engineering requirements
  • Monitoring works against drawings, specifications and programme
  • Maintaining accurate site records
  • Preparing and maintaining ITPs and quality documentation
  • Producing and updating as-built drawings
  • Supporting site health, safety, environmental and quality standards
  • Working alongside the Site Manager to drive project progress and achieve key deadlines Site Engineer – GEDA Site Engineer – GEDA

Should you apply?

This would suit a Site Engineer with 3+ years’ construction experience who is confident working independently on a live site.

Residential construction experience is essential, while additional commercial experience would be a strong advantage. Site Engineer – GEDA

Ideally, you’ll have:

  • 3+ years’ Site Engineer experience
  • Residential construction experience
  • A relevant third-level qualification in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or similar
  • Strong setting out and surveying experience
  • Confidence reading and interpreting construction drawings
  • Experience coordinating subcontractors and site activities
  • Knowledge of ITPs, quality procedures and as-built documentation
  • Full driving licence
  • Relevant construction/site cards
  • Strong communication and organisational skills

Benefits for You:

  • £45,000 – £55,000 DOE
  • Performance-based bonus
  • Company vehicle
  • Fuel card
  • Travel expenses
  • Accommodation provided for NI/ROI candidates
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Additional holidays
  • Enhanced family-friendly benefits
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Support towards professional memberships
  • Clear career progression opportunities Site Engineer – GEDA

Candidates from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland are encouraged to apply, with travel expenses and accommodation provided for work in the East Midlands.

Location
Northern Ireland
Contract
Permanent
Salary
£45,000 - £55,000 Per Annum
Additional holidays, Employee Assistance Programme, Enhanced family-friendly benefits
Consultant
Ryan Logan
Job Reference
RRRL
Added
1 week ago
Closing Date
06/11/2026
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