Site Engineer

Site Engineer  – Edinburgh

We are recruiting two experienced Site Engineers to support the delivery of a high-value civil engineering project in Edinburgh. The project is valued at over £10 million and offers excellent long-term career prospects. While the official start date is in November, earlier starts can be accommodated on other projects in the region.

Role Details

Working hours: 7:30am – 17:30pm
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)
Car allowance: £4,500
Key Responsibilities

Site & Setting Out – Conduct surveying, setting out, and ensure construction accuracy using drawings and instruments.
Project & Design Management – Interpret construction plans, raise RFIs, and support design resolution.
Commercial Awareness – Monitor costs, materials, and contracts to aid efficient delivery.
Quality & Safety – Implement quality control, conduct inspections, and champion safe working practices.
Team Leadership – Supervise and mentor junior engineers, subcontractors, and site teams.
Person Specification

Qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Structural Engineering (HNC or above).
Proven experience in setting out and engineering processes.
Proficient in CAD software, ideally with EDM/single-person working kit experience.
Strong surveying expertise, with the ability to train and mentor others.
Experience managing and developing Graduate and Apprentice Engineers.
Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays
Private healthcare
Company pension
£4,500 car allowance
Volunteering days with charitable organisations of your choice
Health care cash plan
Cycle to work scheme
Car leasing scheme
Discounted gym membership
Life assurance
Option to buy/sell holidays
Employee discounts and cashback plans
This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading contractor delivering high-profile civil engineering projects across Scotland