Blackwell Earthmoving is looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join our team and help ensure our customers’ earthworks are built right—first time, every time. This is a hands-on, site-based role where you’ll be instrumental in delivering high-quality civil engineering solutions in line with our company’s mission and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys using GNSS and set out earthworks, including visualisation stake-out with batter rails and travellers.
• Review 3D models for machine control and assess works information (drawings, specifications, etc.).
• Collaborate with Foremen to determine optimal construction methods and prepare key documentation (Plans, RAMS, etc.).
• Ensure all QA processes are planned, executed, and documented, including ITPs and checklists.
• Perform soil quality checks, including plasticity and moisture content testing.
• Support short-term planning and assist site management with rolling-wave scheduling.
• Maintain commercial awareness and identify relevant events for the Commercial Team.
• Accurately record verbal instructions, including sketches and supporting details.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Relevant experience in civil engineering or a similar field.
• Eligible to join (or already a member of) the ICE at graduate grade and working towards IEng status.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Existing right to work in the UK.

Desirable:

• A-levels (or equivalent) with grade B or higher in Maths, Further Maths, or Physics.
• Experience with an earthmoving contractor.
• Ambition to progress towards CEng status.