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Site Engineer

Job details
Posting date: 10 February 2026
Salary: £280 to £300 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 24 February 2026
Location: Chichester, West Sussex, po19 1nh
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Fawkes & Reece
Job type: Contract
Job reference: SiteEngWSussex_1770713743

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Summary

Site Engineer - Water Infrastructure

Location: West Sussex
Rate: Up to £300 per day (DOE)
Contract: Freelance / Contract
Employer: Specialist Subcontractor (Water Sector)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support delivery of a water infrastructure project in West Sussex. Working for a specialist subcontractor, you will play a key role in setting out, quality control, and day-to-day site engineering activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately, and to programme.

Key Responsibilities

  • Setting out for water infrastructure works including pipelines, chambers, drainage, and associated civils

  • Providing engineering support to site management and subcontractor teams

  • Ensuring works are carried out in accordance with drawings, specifications, and industry standards

  • Managing as-built records and assisting with RAMS and ITPs

  • Carrying out site surveys, checks, and measurements

  • Liaising with the main contractor, client representatives, and design teams

  • Monitoring quality and resolving technical issues on site

  • Ensuring health, safety, and environmental standards are maintained at all times

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Site Engineer on water, utilities, or civil engineering projects

  • Strong setting-out experience using GPS/Total Station equipment

  • Good understanding of water infrastructure works (clean or wastewater preferred)

  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

  • CSCS card (minimum requirement)

  • SMSTS or SSSTS desirable

  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills

  • Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

  • Day rate up to £300 per day, depending on experience

  • Ongoing work for the right candidate

  • Opportunity to work with a well-established specialist subcontractor

  • Immediate or short-notice start available

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