Site Engineer

CONTRACT SCOTLAND LIMITED; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Site Engineer to lead and manage marine civil engineering projects across Scotland. The ideal candidate will have experience in marine or coastal projects and the ability to work in challenging environments. Responsibilities include setting out, technical checks, and quality assurance. This role offers exposure to varied marine projects and opportunities for professional development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive working environment

Exposure to varied projects

Qualifications

• Experience in marine civil engineering is necessary.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Ability to work at remote project locations for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out, surveying and technical checks for marine works.
• Monitor quality and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Assist in coordinating temporary works and site engineering activities.

Skills

Previous experience on marine or coastal civil engineering projects

Strong technical skills, including setting out and interpretation of drawings

Confident working in challenging environments

Proactive approach to problem-solving and site coordination

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Job description

Site Engineer

Location: Across Scotland - as is the nature of developments within the marine sector, you'll be required to work 'away from home' in order to lead/manage these projects.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the heart of marine civil engineering, supporting the delivery of harbours, piers, slipways and other coastal infrastructure across some of Scotland’s most remote and striking locations. Working within an experienced project team, you’ll contribute to both the technical and operational aspects of marine construction.

Role Overview

As an Engineer, you’ll be responsible for accurate setting out, surveying, quality checks and technical coordination on site. You’ll support planning and temporary works processes, assist with problem-solving, and ensure that construction activities are carried out safely and in line with specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out, surveying and technical checks for marine works
• Support short-term programming, method statements and planning tasks
• Monitor quality and ensure compliance with project specifications
• Assist in coordinating temporary works and site engineering activities
• Maintain accurate site records, reports and documentation
• Work closely with Site Agents, Project Managers and subcontractors
• Promote safe systems of work in demanding marine environments

About You

• Previous experience on marine or coastal civil engineering projects is necessary
• Strong technical skills, including setting out and interpretation of drawings
• Confident working in challenging environments influenced by tides and weather
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and site coordination
• Willingness to work at remote project locations for extended periods
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to varied and technically interesting marine projects
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Supportive working environment with experienced engineering teams

If you’re looking to build your marine engineering experience and contribute to important coastal infrastructure across Scotland, we’d welcome your application.

Legal Information

We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.