Civil Field Engineer - Night shift

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Civil Field Engineer to join a major construction project in Somerset, working on a night-shift basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a large-scale, long-term infrastructure project, supporting the delivery of major civil engineering works.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out construction surveillance activities across civil engineering works, ensuring compliance with project requirements and quality standards.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure works are being delivered in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and contractual obligations.
• Identify potential quality issues at an early stage and work proactively to support corrective and preventative actions.
• Identify and report non-conformances, providing relevant information to support the formal reporting process.
• Maintain accurate and concise site diaries, surveillance reports and quality records.
• Work closely with construction teams, supervisors and contractors to ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Monitor contractor performance against approved Quality Control Plans.
• Ensure Quality Inspection Records are completed, reviewed and agreed before works are covered up.
• Review construction drawings, inspection records and quality documentation.
• Support the implementation of temporary measures where required to maintain safe working practices and quality standards.
• Ensure any design changes or decisions are managed through the appropriate formal approval processes.
• Contribute to project quality reporting and performance indicators.
• Promote a strong health, safety and environmental culture across all site activities.

Essential Requirements

• HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent vocational qualification and relevant industry experience.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of the construction industry, including materials, construction methods and relevant regulations.
• Previous experience working within a large-scale construction or civil engineering project.
• Experience carrying out construction surveillance, quality inspections or site engineering duties.
• Ability to produce accurate, detailed and concise site diaries and reports.
• Good understanding of construction drawings, specifications and quality control documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail when inspecting construction works and materials.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with contractors and wider site teams.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a wider construction team.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Experience with the installation and construction of large-scale civil engineering structures.
• Understanding of CDM Regulations and construction design approval processes.
• Experience using electronic handheld devices and digital systems to record site information.
• Previous experience working on highly regulated construction projects.