Earthworks Engineer
CV-LibraryDoncaster, South YorkshirecontractPosted: 22 September 2026
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We’re recruiting a Site Engineer to support a civils package. You’ll be joining the project at a critical stage, taking responsibility for on‑site engineering delivery from now through to November.
This role is ideal for an engineer confident in earthworks, cut & fill, 3D modelling, surveying, and high‑accuracy setting out.
Key Responsibilities
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Earthworks delivery — Support bulk earthworks operations, formation build‑up, levels, and QA.
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Cut & fill — Complete cut & fill calculations, verification checks, and support commercial teams with accurate data.
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3D modelling — Produce and update 3D surface models for earthworks and machine control.
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Surveying — Carry out as‑built surveys, level checks, and monitoring using GPS and robotic total stations.
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Setting out — Set out drainage, foundations, kerbs, roads, duct routes, and earthworks profiles.
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QA & reporting — Maintain daily records, as‑built documentation, and support the site team with technical queries.
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Coordination — Work closely with site management, subcontractors, and design teams to keep the project moving efficiently.
What We’re Looking For
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Strong background in earthworks, groundworks, or remediation
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Solid understanding of bulk earthworks, cut & fill, and surveying workflows
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Able to work on a busy live site
Contract Details
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Start: ASAP
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Location: Near Rotherham
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On‑site: Through to November
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Project length: 2 years (handover phase)
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Rate: Competitive, depending on experience
We’re recruiting a Site Engineer to support a civils package. You’ll be joining the project at a critical stage, taking responsibility for on‑site engineering delivery from now through to November.
This role is ideal for an engineer confident in earthworks, cut & fill, 3D modelling, surveying, and high‑accuracy setting out.
Key Responsibilities
*
Earthworks delivery — Support bulk earthworks operations, formation build‑up, levels, and QA.
*
Cut & fill — Complete cut & fill calculations, verification checks, and support commercial teams with accurate data.
*
3D modelling — Produce and update 3D surface models for earthworks and machine control.
*
Surveying — Carry out as‑built surveys, level checks, and monitoring using GPS and robotic total stations.
*
Setting out — Set out drainage, foundations, kerbs, roads, duct routes, and earthworks profiles.
*
QA & reporting — Maintain daily records, as‑built documentation, and support the site team with technical queries.
*
Coordination — Work closely with site management, subcontractors, and design teams to keep the project moving efficiently.
What We’re Looking For
*
Strong background in earthworks, groundworks, or remediation
*
Solid understanding of bulk earthworks, cut & fill, and surveying workflows
*
Able to work on a busy live site
Contract Details
*
Start: ASAP
*
Location: Near Rotherham
*
On‑site: Through to November
*
Project length: 2 years (handover phase)
*
Rate: Competitive, depending on experience