Site Engineer

EH20 group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established civil engineering firm is seeking a skilled Site Engineer to oversee general civil engineering projects in northeast Scotland. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience, excellent communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to health and safety standards. Responsibilities include managing site operations, supporting tender preparations, and conducting regular inspections. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow within a respected firm committed to high standards of quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of civil engineering experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering standards.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• A valid UK Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of tenders for engineering projects.
• Communicate with clients and regulatory stakeholders.
• Conduct on-site inspections to ensure safety compliance.
• Manage team personnel matters as needed.
• Produce accurate 'as-Built' drawings for projects.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Health & Safety compliance

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

SSSTS/SMSTS Card

CPCS Card

Job description

Our client, a well established civil engineering firm, is looking for a skilled Site Engineer with extensive experience in civil engineering and construction to oversee diverse general civil engineering projects throughout the north east coast region.

Primary Duties:

• Support tender preparation processes
• Communicate with clients and regulatory authorities
• Deliver timely and precise progress updates to senior management
• Contribute to the development and distribution of Job Instructions while ensuring Toolbox Talks are properly conducted
• Conduct regular on-site inspectionsPerform setting out operations for site works
• Produce "as-Built" drawings in accordance with customer requirements for contracted projects
• Work alongside the QHSE Systems Manager to implement health and safety standards and foster company-wide compliance
• Collaborate with QHSE to evaluate risks and develop appropriate Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS)
• Support the Contracts Manager with material procurement as needed
• Work with the Quantity Surveyor to ensure projects are fully measured and valued in a timely and accurate manner
• Manage team personnel matters and elevate to line management when required
• Implement and maintain the Integrated Management System

Required Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of civil engineering experience across various capacities, including setting out and supervising site operations
• Capability to manage, coordinate and prioritise multiple concurrent tasks
• Knowledge and comprehension of contracting fundamentals
• Solid understanding of the civil engineering sector and business operations
• Multi utility knowledge beneficial
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Packages
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team
• Ability to think strategically and to assist in problem solving
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Commercial awareness
• Be flexible and have an enthusiastic approach to working in sometimes challenging conditions
• Promote a strong Health & Safety culture
• Hold a valid UK Driving Licence
• SSSTS/SMSTS Card
• CPCS Card