Site Engineer

Posted 09 February 2026
Salary £300 - £400/day Outside IR35
Start Date ASAP
LocationBirmingham
Job type Contract
Job Duration6 Months
Discipline Highways
ReferenceDH.Site Engineer - Birmingham

Job description

​We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer to work on a Section 278 highways works package based in Birmingham. The role is for an initial 6-month contract with a strong likelihood of extension for the right candidate.

Scope of works includes:

  • Section 278 highways works

  • Drainage, kerbing, surfacing, road construction

  • Setting out for highways and associated civils works

  • Quality assurance and as-built records

Key responsibilities:

  • Setting out using GPS/Total Station

  • Checking line, level and quality of works

  • Managing and coordinating subcontractors

  • Completing QA documentation, ITPs and as-built drawings

  • Liaising with site management, designers and local authority inspectors

  • Ensuring works are delivered safely and to programme

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Site Engineer on highways projects

  • Strong Section 278 experience is essential

  • CSCS card (minimum)

  • Competent with surveying equipment (GPS/Total Station)

  • Ability to work independently and hit the ground running

Package:

  • £300 – £400 per day, depending on experience

  • Immediate start available

  • 6-month duration with potential extension

If you are a Site Engineer available immediately and have strong S278 highways experience, please apply with your CV or get in touch for further details.