Site Engineer
Location: Edinburgh City Centre
Salary: Up to £48,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
The Opportunity
We’re working with a leading main contractor who are delivering a landmark new build development in Edinburgh city centre. As part of their continued growth and a busy pipeline of projects, they’re looking to recruit an experienced Site Engineer to join the project team on a permanent basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high-profile, technically challenging project in a vibrant city centre location, with a company that invests heavily in its people and offers genuine career progression.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out setting out and surveying duties on site to ensure works are delivered to design and specification.
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Assist in the coordination of technical information between design and construction teams.
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Support quality assurance procedures, maintaining accurate site records and as-built data.
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Work closely with Site Management and Project Engineers to ensure programme and safety targets are achieved.
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Contribute to method statements, risk assessments, and site inspections.
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Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to resolve technical queries.
About You
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HNC/HND or Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
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Experience working as a Site Engineer on new build or major construction projects with a main contractor.
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Confident in setting out using modern surveying equipment (GPS / total station).
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Strong understanding of health, safety, and quality standards.
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Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a proactive attitude.
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary up to £45,000 (DOE).
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Car allowance and comprehensive benefits package.
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Opportunity to work on a flagship project with a respected main contractor.
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Clear progression routes into Senior Engineer or Section Engineer roles.
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Supportive working environment with ongoing professional development.
To register interest, please get in touch with Kevin Deeney at First Task Professional