Site Engineer

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure; Helensburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible working arrangements

Pension scheme

Annual bonus scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Share Save scheme

Car scheme

Job summary

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure Clyde office is seeking a Site Engineer to join our team supporting a high-profile nuclear infrastructure programme in the UK. You will provide on-site engineering support, set out, supervise works, and ensure safety, quality and progress align with project requirements.

Reporting to the Senior Site Engineer, you will collaborate with site teams, review RAMS, locate buried services, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement across a demanding, fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience on civil/infrastructure construction projects.
• Knowledge of setting out and surveying practices.
• Experience with GPS and setting-out instruments.
• Awareness of QA/QC processes.
• Knowledge of buried services location and safe excavation.
• Ability to interpret RAMS.
• Strong HSE awareness on site.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS 365.
• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification held.
• CAT & Genny training
• Ability to obtain SC clearance

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of construction activities safely and efficiently.
• Assist site teams in successful project execution.
• Provide engineering support and guidance at the point of delivery.
• Conduct setting out and survey activities using GPS.
• Monitor quality standards across site operations.
• Locate buried services to support safe work.
• Supervise subcontractors and ensure compliance with specs.
• Review RAMS and promote on-site HSE culture.
• Assist with temporary works and follow procedures.
• Record and report site progress and engineering information.

Skills

Civil engineering

Setting out

GPS surveying

Quality control

Buried services

RAMS review

Health & safety

AutoCAD

MS 365

SSSTS/SMSTS

CAT & Genny

Security clearance SC

Education

ICE membership (desirable)

Tools

GPS equipment

Setting out instruments

Job description

Clyde, Faslane, UK

Talented people are the key to our success. Morgan Sindall Infrastructure delivers some of the UK's most complex and critical infrastructure projects across six core sectors. Through major projects and long-term frameworks, we are committed to connecting people, places, and communities through responsible infrastructure solutions.

We are currently looking for a Site Engineer to join our growing team, supporting the delivery of one of the UK's most exciting nuclear infrastructure programmes. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-profile project while developing your career in a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive environment.

Working on a major infrastructure project, you will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of construction activities on site. Reporting to the Senior Site Engineer, you will provide engineering support at the point of work, helping to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. As part of a long-term framework, this role offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.

Role Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of construction activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.
• Assist site teams in the successful execution of project works.
• Provide engineering support and technical guidance at the point of delivery.
• Conduct setting out and survey activities using GPS and surveying equipment.
• Monitor and maintain quality control standards across site operations.
• Locate and identify buried services to support safe excavation and construction activities.
• Supervise subcontractors and monitor compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Review and understand Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Promote a positive health, safety, and environmental culture on site.
• Assist with temporary works activities and ensure compliance with relevant procedures.
• Accurately record and report site progress, issues, and engineering information.

Essential

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Experience working within civil engineering, infrastructure, or construction projects.
• Knowledge of setting out techniques and engineering surveying practices.
• Working knowledge of GPS equipment and setting out instruments.
• Experience of quality assurance and quality control processes.
• Knowledge of buried services location and safe excavation practices.
• Ability to interpret and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements within a construction environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft 365 applications.
• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification.
• CAT and Genny (buried services location) training.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC).

Desirable

• Working towards membership of a professional institution such as ICE.
• NRSWA qualification.
• Temporary Works knowledge or Temporary Works Supervisor experience.
• Relevant vocational qualifications in engineering, construction, or a related discipline.

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Initiative-taking and purposeful approach.
• Strong organisational and planning abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced project environment.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work and continuous improvement.

What is in it for you?

• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
• Flexible and adaptable working
• Family friendly policies and work/life approach
• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual bonus scheme
• Recognition scheme and long service awards
• Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
• We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.

About The Nuclear Business Unit

We believe in delivering responsible nuclear and defence infrastructure.

Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and are also an Investors in People company.

Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.

In the recruitment process all applicants are required to provide the necessary right to work information and documentation.

Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.