managing parts of construction projects.
overseeing construction work.
undertaking surveys.
setting out sites.
checking technical designs and drawings for accuracy and to ensure that they are followed correctly.
supervising contracted staff.
ensuring project packages meet agreed specifications, budgets and/or timescales.
liaising with clients, subcontractors, local authority employees, architects and other professionals, especially quantity surveyors and the overall project manager.
providing technical advice and solving problems on site.
preparing site reports and logging progress.
ensuring that health and safety and sustainability policies and legislation are adhered to.
Site engineers work on construction sites in all weathers and tend to work on one project at a time. You may need to work in a temporary office space while on site. Depending on the location of the project, you might need to relocate or complete a lengthy commute.
