Assistant Site Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 30, 2026. Skanska scores A on the Alion truth index.
At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society.
In partnership with National Highways, we’re shaping the future of travel at the A47 Thickthorn junction. Two new free-flowing slip roads will ease congestion and improve connections between the A47 and A11 - saving commuters and businesses hundreds of hours every week.
You will be working in the Infrastructure OU based in Norwich in where we are responsible for bringing design, build and refurbishment excellence to complex civil engineering projects nationwide - combining technical expertise with a passion for creating lasting value for people and places.
We are currently looking for a Assistant Site Engineer who will effectively and professionally monitor and supervise site works including subcontract packages. Deliver in accordance with company procedures, programme requirements and project specifications.
As the Site Engineer, you will:
- Communicate effectively with other engineers, supervisors, enabling functions, designers, and client representatives.
- Write and review Temporary Works Design Briefs, assess temporary works designs, and ensure compliance with design specifications and drawings, raising queries and challenges.
- Contribute to the weekly 4-week lookahead programme for your work area and collaborate with the Section Engineer and supervisors to identify and resolve any clashes with other site activities.
- Review the supply chain application for payments for your Package.
- Maintain accurate quality records in the Common Data Environment (CDE), support Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and promptly report and close out non-conformances.
- Carry out regular safety inspections and implement recommended courses of action as identified from progress monitoring and management inspections.
We are looking for:
- Degree level qualification in a Civil Engineering allied subject or HND in Civil Engineering and vocational training in Engineering. Working towards or in possession of Professional Industry Qualification (IEng, CEng etc.).
- Experience in delivering major Highways schemes and using engineering surveying tools.
- Knowledge and understanding of engineering principles and common construction methodologies, contracts, temporary works, design and management.
- Formal training in Health & Safety and Environmental management (SMSTS, SEATS).
- CSCS Card.
- Full UK drivers licence is required for our highways projects.
What we offer:
- 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
- Financial wellbeing and employee assistance
- Professional development
- Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity, dependants and parental bereavement leave)
Inclusion and Diversity
We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way.
Flexible working
Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore.
Reasonable adjustments
We want you to feel confident and supported throughout every stage of our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to help you during your application, please contact us at [email protected] or call 0330 105 2000 - Option 5 & 1.
Closing date
We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.
If this role would be of interest, please click apply and join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success - every step of the way.