Job Title: Site Engineer
DIVISION: Building
LOCATION: Reading, South East England
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent
BENEFITS: Car Allowance, Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, 35 days holiday + more
Job Summary
Are you an experienced Site Engineer looking for your next opportunity? GRAHAM is seeking driven and technically skilled Site Engineers to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of high-profile projects, collaborating with experienced professionals and playing a key role in delivering quality projects that shape the built environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct surveying and setting out duties and proficient in using Robotic Total Stations.
- Review drawings, specifications, and quantities and raise TQ’s accordingly.
- Schedule materials for procurement.
- Plan and organise site operations to meet deadlines.
- Liaise with consultants and subcontractors.
- Supervise and monitor site labour and subcontractors.
- Mentor trainee engineers.
- Ensure adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
- Maintain quality records.
- Resolve technical difficulties and unexpected issues.
- Arrange and conduct material testing.
- Keep a detailed Site Diary.
- Collaborate with the construction site team.
- Innovate and introduce improvements.
Requirements:
Essential Technical Competencies:
- Proven experience in a Site Engineer role.
- Proficient in AutoCAD.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Full driving license.
- Proficient in using FieldView/AutoDesk Build etc. for recording QA
Desirable:
- Experience working on major projects (£50m+), particularly within the DfE sector.
- Working knowledge of BIM models, digital layout tools, or 3D/4D construction techniques.
- Familiarity with slipform planning, temporary works coordination, or high‑rise logistics.
Essential Behavioural Competencies
- Effective communication and report writing.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Customer-focused with a proactive approach.
- Ability to influence and build relationships.
- Initiative and ability to work independently.
- Team player with a collaborative mindset.
- Strong planning and prioritisation skills.
- Adaptability and flexibility.
- Results-oriented, with a focus on objectives.
Desirable Behavioural Competencies
- Confident in representing the engineering function at stakeholder or progress meetings.
- Calm and composed when managing critical path challenges or programme pressure.
- Customer‑focused mindset with strong professionalism when dealing with clients or consultants.
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the Site Engineer and the range of duties to be undertaken.
Our Commitment:
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to making our policies and guidance accessible to all applicants and employees. If you need this document in an alternative format, such as large print, audio, or braille, please contact us at:
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GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant’s experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.
