Freelance Site Engineer: Substation Civil Works

Bimplus; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenton Black are recruiting for a Freelance Site Engineer on behalf of a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor in Aberdeenshire. Role: Freelance Site Engineer, Location: Peterhead, Duration: 6 Months+, Start Date: ASAP.

You will carry out setting out and surveying for substation works, ensure drawings and specifications are followed, maintain site records, and support the site management team. The project emphasizes QA, health and safety, and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Engineer on civil, infrastructure or substation projects.
• Proficient with Leica/Trimble surveying equipment.
• Solid understanding of QA procedures and engineering documentation.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications accurately.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Valid CSCS Card; SMSTS/SSSTS preferred.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out and surveying duties for substation and related works.
• Ensure works align with design drawings, specs and requirements.
• Maintain accurate site records, as-built information, and daily reports.
• Support site management with planning and coordination of activities.
• Liaise with subcontractors and stakeholders for on-time delivery.
• Conduct quality inspections and ensure project standards.
• Promote high health and safety standards on site.
• Assist in resolving technical issues and provide engineering support.

Skills

Site surveying

QA documentation

Communication

Driving licence

Education

CSCS Card

SMSTS/SSSTS preferred

Tools

Leica

Trimble

Job description

Kenton Black are recruiting for a Freelance Site Engineer on behalf of a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor in Aberdeenshire. Role: Freelance Site Engineer, Location: Peterhead, Duration: 6 Months+, Start Date: ASAP.

You will carry out setting out and surveying for substation works, ensure drawings and specifications are followed, maintain site records, and support the site management team. The project emphasizes QA, health and safety, and timely delivery.