Site Engineer in Newton Abbot

Site Engineer

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  • Newton Abbot
  • £325 - £350/day
  • Engineering
  • Contract
Date posted: 26/10/2026 16:12:22

Description

Site Engineer – Highways Project (Contract)

📍 Newton Abbot

💷 £350 per day (Umbrella – PAYE)

🕒 Long-term Contract

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a live highways project in Newton Abbot on a contract basis.

This is a long-term opportunity on a well-established scheme, suitable for a proactive engineer with solid highways and civils experience.

Key Responsibilities

Setting out for highways works including drainage, kerbing, earthworks and pavement construction

Producing and maintaining accurate site records and as-built drawings

Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications and programme

requirements

Working closely with Site Management, subcontractors and the wider project team

Ensuring all works comply with current health & safety standards

Essential Criteria

Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Site Engineer on civil engineering / highways projects

Civil Engineering qualification

Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office and Trimle 

Strong understanding of health & safety policies and procedures

Ability to prioritise time-critical work

Excellent communication and liaison skills

SMSTS

First Aid

Relevant CSCS card

Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

£350 per day (Umbrella PAYE)

Long-term, stable contract

Immediate or short-notice start available

Opportunity to work on a key highways infrastructure project

📩 Interested?

Apply now or contact us for further details and a confidential discussion

Job Details

Location Newton Abbot
Job Type Contract
Language English
Salary £325 - £350/day
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