Site Engineer (Water)
| Company: | C&P Recruitment |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £38 to £50 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Inverness, IV1 1DN |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 2 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 1 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Role Purpose: The Site Engineer (Water) provides the technical setting out, engineering control, and quality
assurance for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Working closely under the Site Agent, they ensure that
structural elements, pipelines, and mechanical interfaces are executed exactly to design specifications and
engineering standards.
Key Responsibilities:
• Setting Out & Surveying: Establish precise site control and execute accurate setting out for deep drainage, water
mains, pumping stations, and reinforced concrete structures using total stations, GPS, and leveling equipment.
• Quality Assurance (QA): Maintain rigorous quality control records, including pre-pour inspections, concrete slump
tests, pipeline pressure test certificates, and structural alignment checks. Manage the 'As-Built' documentation
process.
• Technical Interpretation: Review, interpret, and cross-reference engineering drawings and specifications.
Proactively identify design clashes or anomalies and raise formal Requests for Information (RFIs) to the design
team.
• Site Supervision & Safety: Assist the Site Agent in supervising direct labor and sub-contractors. Ensure all
activities adhere strictly to the Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and environmental protection
protocols.
• Material & Plant Management: Take accurate material take-offs from drawings, coordinate material requisitions
(e.g., concrete orders, specialized pipe fittings), and monitor engineering plant utilization on site.
For further information contact Adam on 01463 701 080 or email adam.crawford@cprecruitment.co.uk
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