Temporary Site Engineer (Housing)
Fawkes & Reece London
Watchet · posted 18 August 2026
Salary
£300 – £320 a day
Job type
full time
Location
Watchet, Somerset
Category
Construction
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Site Engineer to join one of Fawkes & Reece's clients, a leading house building construction company, on a long-term residential project near Bridgwater. This Site Engineer role offers a strong day rate, weekly pay, and the chance to work on a large-scale new housing development.
About the role of Site Engineer
As a Site Engineer, you will be supporting the delivery of groundworks on a new housing project, taking responsibility for setting out, quality assurance, and coordination of subcontractors on site. This is a long-term temporary role, expected to run for approximately 12-18 months, with an immediate start available.
Responsibilities for Site Engineer
* Carrying out accurate setting out using GPS, Total Station, and levelling equipment
* Supervising subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered to programme
* Interpreting and working from technical drawings and specifications
* Maintaining quality control and keeping accurate site records
Requirements for Site Engineer
* 3+ years experience working as a Site Engineer on groundworks and residential projects
* Strong setting out experience with relevant surveying equipment
* CSCS card and relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree)
* Good understanding of health & safety and site procedures
Our client is a well-established house builder with a strong pipeline of residential projects, known for delivering high-quality homes across the region.
What we offer for Site Engineer
* £300 - £320 per day
* Weekly pay
* 12-18 month contract
* Immediate start on a long-term housing development project
To apply please send an up to date CV through the website to Hazel Baron
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