Highways Site Engineer
- Posted 02 February 2026
- Salary £43k per year
- LocationLeeds
- Job type Permanent - Full Time
- Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
- ReferenceJO0000064164
Job description
Civils Site Engineer - Build Your Career on High-Quality Civil Engineering Projects
You will be joining my client as a Civils Site Engineer where your technical ability and attention to detail will directly shape the success of live civil engineering schemes. This is a salaried role based in Leeds, offering stability, hands-on project exposure and the opportunity to develop within a supportive site environment.
Why this Civils Site Engineer role is worth considering
As a Civils Site Engineer, you will be central to ensuring works are set out accurately and delivered safely and efficiently. You will work closely with site management, subcontractors and clients, gaining broad experience across infrastructure projects while building a strong foundation for long-term career progression.
About the company
My client is a well-established civil engineering contractor operating across the region, delivering high-quality infrastructure and general civils projects. They are known for their structured approach, strong safety culture and commitment to developing engineering talent at site level.
What you will be doing as a Civils Site Engineer
In this Civils Site Engineer position, you will be providing technical and engineering support across active construction sites. You will be:
·Ensuring accurate setting out and safe construction in line with contract drawings and specifications
·Supporting the delivery of works in compliance with client and contractual requirements
·Maintaining site records and producing as-built drawings in agreement with client representatives
·Ensuring full compliance with company Quality Management Systems
·Providing accurate measurements and records to support monthly valuations
·Supporting site teams with technical queries and on-site problem solving
·Ensuring high standards of safety, quality and customer care at all times
·Stepping into site management responsibilities for short-term cover when required
As a Civils Site Engineer, you will play a key role in driving technical accuracy and quality across each stage of delivery.
What you will need to succeed
To be successful as a Civils Site Engineer, you will bring:
·A minimum of HND (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering
·Relevant technical training certificates
·Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office packages
·Experience using LSS or N4CE survey software (desirable)
·A good understanding of site-based engineering practices
The attributes that will help you thrive
You will be organised, detail-focused and professional in your approach. As a Civils Site Engineer, you will communicate clearly, manage your time effectively and demonstrate a proactive "can do / will do" attitude when supporting site delivery.
Salary and benefits
·Salary: circa £43,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
·Permanent, salaried position
·Exposure to a variety of civil engineering projects
·Supportive site and management team
Location, development and future progression
This Civils Site Engineer role is based in Leeds and offers a strong platform for career development. You will gain valuable on-site experience with clear opportunities to progress into more senior engineering or site management roles over time.
Ready to take the next step?
If you are a Civils Site Engineer looking for a stable role where you can develop technically and contribute to well-run civil engineering projects, this opportunity is well worth exploring. Apply now to begin a confidential discussion.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jordan Townley at Carrington West on 023 9431 4917 or email Jordan.townley@carringtonwest.com for more information.
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