Overhead Line Site Engineer – Remote-Ready & High-Impact

Balfour Beatty plc; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart working with up to 40% remote

25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)

Pension and benefits

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking a Site Engineer to join the Overhead Line project between Denny and Glasgow. You will support delivery from planning through to handover, ensuring works are safely executed on programme and to the highest quality standards.

You will interpret drawings, supervise site activities, maintain records, coordinate with teams, and contribute to risk management and site safety initiatives while upholding the company’s commitment to inclusion and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND, Degree or equivalent industry experience in Construction, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• CSCS Card.
• SSSTS or equivalent site supervision qualification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of OHL construction works from planning through to completion and handover.
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications and engineered solutions and ensure works are delivered accordingly.
• Supervise and coordinate site activities to ensure a right-first-time approach.
• Set teams to work safely and monitor progress on site.
• Maintain accurate project records, site diaries and reports.
• Monitor programme progress and support short interval planning activities.
• Identify, raise and manage site risks, issues and opportunities.
• Coordinate with project teams, subcontractors and stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
• Ensure materials, plant and resources are available to meet programme requirements.
• Support project reviews and site meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization & planning

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Safety mindset

MS Office knowledge

Education

HNC/HND or degree in construction/civil engineering

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking a Site Engineer to join the Overhead Line project between Denny and Glasgow. You will support delivery from planning through to handover, ensuring works are safely executed on programme and to the highest quality standards.

You will interpret drawings, supervise site activities, maintain records, coordinate with teams, and contribute to risk management and site safety initiatives while upholding the company’s commitment to inclusion and continuous improvement.