Site Engineer
Job Title: Site Engineer
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £45,000 + Car Allowance
Shift Type: Days
Benefits: 26 days holiday + bank holidays, private healthcare, car allowance, company pension, volunteering days, healthcare cash plan, cycle to work scheme, car leasing scheme, discounted gym membership, life assurance, buy/sell holidays, additional retail discounts and cashback plans
The Opportunity
An a family-owned construction business is seeking a Site Engineer to join its delivery team on a major project in central Edinburgh.
This is an opportunity to join a highly skilled site team working on technically challenging reinforced concrete and groundworks schemes. The successful candidate will play a key role in the technical delivery of the project, supporting setting out, engineering coordination and quality assurance while working closely with site management and subcontractors.
The position would suit an engineer who enjoys technical detail, problem-solving and collaboration, and who wants to contribute to the successful delivery of complex construction projects.
Key Responsibilities
Health, Safety, Environment & Sustainability
Support the delivery of project HSES targets and ensure safe working practices are maintained on site
Demonstrate an understanding of HSES regulations and communicate best practice to the workforceEngineering & Construction Delivery
Interpret engineering drawings and technical information, communicating this effectively to the site team
Produce mark-ups, sketches, and calculations to support site activities
Maintain accurate site diaries and engineering records
Provide technical feedback on project elements including materials, subcontractors and design informationSetting Out & Survey Control
Carry out setting out and dimensional control for sections of the project
Produce as-built survey records for project documentation
Establish and maintain site control using primary control points
Manage and maintain survey equipment, ensuring calibration complianceDesign Coordination & Technical Information
Interrogate design information and raise RFIs or technical queries where required
Ensure all engineering documentation on site is current and approved for constructionQuality Assurance
Assist in delivering the project Quality Plan and assurance targets
Conduct site inspections and resolve minor quality issues
Interpret specifications and assist in developing and implementing Inspection Test Plans (ITPs)
Maintain permit-to-work documentation in line with project requirementsProject Support
Provide material quantity information and call-offs
Assist with plant and logistics planning
Support temporary works coordination and inspections
Monitor programme progress and raise potential variations with senior or commercial teamsAbout You
To be considered for this role, you should have:
HNC or higher qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Structural Engineering
Proven experience delivering setting out and engineering activities on RC frame or concrete construction projects
Strong knowledge of surveying and dimensional control techniques
Experience using CAD software for data transfer to/from survey equipment (EDM or similar)
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Experience mentoring junior engineers within a site environment
Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solvingApply
If you are a Site Engineer looking to join a technically focused project team in Edinburgh, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
Apply today or contact Pertemps Engineering Division for a confidential discussion