Site Engineer

Orion Group; Inverness; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Group is seeking Site/Setting Out Engineers of all levels for various engineering projects in Scotland. Responsibilities include site surveys, interpreting technical documents, and providing support to junior engineers while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a civil engineering degree and experience in the construction sector.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in site engineering.
• Proficiency in engineering tools and technologies.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and setting out.
• Interpret engineering drawings for construction.
• Monitor compliance with design standards.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Degree or diploma in civil engineering

Tools

Surveying equipment

CAD software

Job description

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Orion Group is working with severalCivil Engineering Contractors across the North of Scotland seeking Site/ Setting Out Engineersof all levels for a variety of projects including Windfarms, Highways and Substations.


Key Responsibilities:
• Undertake site surveys, setting out, and levelling to establish precise reference points and ensure accurate positioning of structures and infrastructure.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and other technical documents to guide construction activities and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Liaise with the design team, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve technical queries, clarify specifications, and facilitate the timely delivery of materials and equipment.
• Monitor and inspect construction work to verify compliance with design standards, specifications, and quality requirements, identifying and addressing any deviations or issues as they arise.
• Provide technical support and guidance to site operatives, subcontractors, and junior engineers, assisting with problem-solving and resolving technical challenges.
• Assist in the preparation of method statements, risk assessments, and other project documentation in accordance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of site activities, including daily diaries, progress reports, and as-built drawings, to document project progress and ensure traceability.

Qualifications and Skills:
• Degree or diploma in civil engineering or a related field.
• Previous experience in a site engineering role within the construction industry, with a solid understanding of construction techniques, processes, and materials.
• Proficiency in the use of surveying equipment, CAD software, and other engineering tools and technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex technical information and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations, environmental standards, and quality management systems.

*Please note: You must have the relevant right to work in the UK

Our role in supportingdiversityandinclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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