About the role

Are you ready to build the roads of tomorrow? At Balfour Beatty, we’re delivering vital infrastructure across the UK, and we're currently recruiting a talented Site Engineer to join our Regional Civils team to work on our Lodge Hill A34 project, a new highway scheme set to transform local transport links and unlock regional growth.

As Site Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of this highways project, supporting the site management team in maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and engineering excellence from start to finish.

What you'll be doing

• Assist in planning and executing day-to-day site engineering activities
• Set out and survey for roadworks, drainage, structures, and associated infrastructure
• Ensure work complies with current drawings, specifications, and standards
• Collaborate with subcontractors and suppliers to maintain efficient site operations
• Maintain accurate site records including as-builts, quality assurance documentation, and method statements
• Support the site team with technical advice and problem-solving
• Promote a culture of health, safety, and environmental compliance

Who we're looking for

You will have the following:

• A degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Proven experience on highways or large-scale civil engineering projects
• Understanding of construction methods, materials, and specifications
• Proficiency in setting out and surveying instruments (e.g., GPS, total stations)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• CSCS card and a full UK driving license

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious projects, developing, building, and maintaining vital infrastructure that supports economies and communities.

Why join us?

Contribute to meaningful projects and enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Flexible working options, including up to 40% remote work where roles permit
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro-rata)
• Family-friendly policies, including maternity, adoption, paternity, and partner leave
• Other benefits like pension, share incentive plans, volunteering leave, and recognition schemes

About us

We connect communities through infrastructure projects across various sectors in England and Wales, with a strong delivery track record.

Diversity and inclusion

We believe diversity and inclusion are key to a successful workplace. Our initiatives aim to grow our diverse workforce and foster an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Learn more at our website.

We are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum, and AFBE. We have signed commitments to promote Black inclusion and are recognized as a Gold Employer by the Ministry of Defence. We actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans, reservists, and individuals with disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Employer and aim to remove barriers for disabled applicants.