Site Engineer
Skanska
- Site Engineer
- General information
- City/town: Gravesend
- Job field: Construction
- External closing date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
- Type of contract: Permanent
- ID: 6876
- Description and requirements
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.
You will be working in the Infrastructure OU where our Infrastructure team brings 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.
As part of National Highways’ Lower Thames Crossing, we’re delivering preliminary works for the Kent Roads section — 6 km of new road, Europe’s widest green bridge, a public park and 12 miles of pathways. This landmark project will pioneer low‑carbon construction techniques while creating local jobs, boosting skills and connecting communities across Kent and Essex via the UK’s longest road tunnel.
We are currently looking for a Site Engineer who will support the delivery of pre-construction elements in advance of works commencing.
As the Site Engineer, you will:
- Work with Section teams planning and producing sketches and methodologies for relevant plans and procedures for mobilising.
- Set up work sites with the General Foreman/Works Manager.
- Work with the subcontractor to ensure the timely preparation Risk Assessment Method Statements, Inspection and Test Plans, Permits, Consents for the works.
- Day to day work site coordination and planning to ensure the works are carried out safely and efficiently and requisitioning resources.
- The management of non-conformance reporting and managing the nonconformances on site until complete.
We are looking for:
- Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in a Civil Engineering allied subject or HND in Civil Engineering and vocational training in Engineering and relevant CSCS Card.
- Knowledge of construction techniques, sequencing and best practice, demonstrating experience on Highways Infrastructure projects.
- Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Document Control Systems, Auto CAD).
- Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management.
- Capable of working independently and proactively to progress works but also skilled at working collaboratively with other integrated team members and external stakeholders for the overall benefit of the project.
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, dependents and parental bereavement leave)
This role requires a minimum level of security clearance and may also require a higher level of National Security Vetting. You should be aware that certain levels of clearance or specific projects and/or sites have UK residency requirements; and any dual or multiple nationalities must be declared. Any persons who do not fulfil this residency requirements may be unable to obtain the required level of clearance and would not be eligible to undertake this role.
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 recruitment@skanska.co.uk 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.
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