Founded in 1975, Luddon Construction Ltd has steadily expanded and diversified to become one of the leading privately owned construction companies in the UK employing over 500 people.

Encompassing Civil Engineering, Building, Surfacing, Drainage and Small Works capabilities we are ideally placed to apply our extensive experience to meet the challenges of demanding markets and provide integrated and innovative solutions to our clients.

We are currently recruiting suitably qualified, competent and experienced Civil Engineering Site Engineers to work across various sectors of Civil Engineering and, in particular, exciting opportunities in the Water and Energy Sectors.  With contract works throughout North West England and North Wales this presents an opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading multi discipline Civil Engineering and Building Contractors in our Northern England division.

An excellent salary and full benefits remuneration package will be available to the successful candidate, together with the all-important long-term opportunities to develop and progress your career further within the Luddon Team.

Job Purpose

To provide technical expertise on civil engineering projects, including setting out, surveying, quality control, and compliance with design specifications. Works closely with Site Managers, Supervisors, and Operatives to ensure that works are delivered safely, accurately, and to programme. Contributes to the mentoring and development of junior team members, supporting succession planning within the business

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Carry out setting out, levelling, and surveying activities using GPS, total stations, and other equipment
• Check drawings, plans, and quantities for accuracy against site conditions
• Ensure compliance with design specifications, standards, and tolerances
• Oversee quality control of works and record as-built information
• Liaise with Site Manager, Supervisors, and Operatives to coordinate technical requirements
• Support procurement of materials by providing technical details and quantities
• Monitor and record site progress, keeping accurate site diaries, test results, and QA records
• Identify technical issues and propose solutions to management
• Ensure works are delivered in line with method statements, risk assessments, and CDM requirements
• Mentor and support junior engineers, apprentices, and site staff to build future capability

Health and Safety Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company policies.
• Promote a culture of health, safety and wellbeing within the team.
• Lead by example in promoting safe working practices.
• Ensure site surveys and setting out are carried out safely and accurately.
• Promote compliance with RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements).
• Report hazards, unsafe practices, and incidents promptly.
• Verify that works comply with H&S standards, including temporary works and permits

Person Specification

Qualifications

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)

CSCS card (appropriate technical level)

Basic Health & Safety training

Experience

Previous experience as a Site Engineer or Setting Out Engineer

Strong background in civil engineering projects (e.g., roads, drainage, utilities, structures)

Knowledge & Skills

Competent in using GPS, total stations, and setting out instruments

Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

Knowledge of civil engineering construction methods and standards

Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

Please forward your application in electronic format, including current cv details

No agency applications please.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Closing Date 14 August 2026