Site Engineer

Contract Scotland; Maids of Bute; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodge accommodation

Job summary

Contract Scotland are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a newly mobilised cabling project in Scotland, near Carrick. You will work with a Graduate Engineer and provide engineering support to keep the works progressing.

The role involves setting out, surveying, checking drawings and maintaining records, with GPS surveying experience highly advantageous as GPS machine control is being introduced. Immediate start, approximately 5 months have been quoted.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Engineer in civil construction projects.
• GPS surveying experience is highly advantageous.
• Able to work independently on site with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Set out and survey works on site.
• Support delivery of approximately 5.5km of cabling works.
• Check works against drawings and specs.
• Maintain site measurements and records.
• Liaise with Site Manager and subcontractors.
• Provide guidance to Graduate Engineer on site.
• Ensure works are completed accurately and safely.
• Assist with quality control and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Site surveying

GPS surveying

Independent work on site

Technical communication

Tools

GPS machine control

Job description

Site Engineer - Cabling Project

Contract Scotland are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer to join a newly mobilised cabling project in Scotland, Near Carrick

This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer to get involved at the early stages of a new project, working alongside a Graduate Engineer and providing the experience and technical support required to keep the works progressing smoothly.

The project involves approximately 5.5km of cabling works and has recently commenced, with an expected duration of around 5 months.

The Role

As Site Engineer, you will play an important role in supporting the site team with the day-to-day engineering requirements of the project. You will work closely with the Graduate Engineer, Site Management and wider construction team to ensure works are delivered accurately, safely and in line with the project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying works on site.
• Supporting the delivery of approximately 5.5km of cabling works.
• Checking works against drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Carrying out site measurements and maintaining accurate engineering records.
• Working closely with the Site Manager and construction team to resolve engineering issues.
• Providing guidance and support to the Graduate Engineer on site.
• Ensuring setting out and construction activities are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Assisting with quality control and ensuring works meet the required standards.
• Liaising with subcontractors and other project stakeholders where required.
• Using surveying and engineering equipment to support site operations.
• Maintaining accurate site documentation and records.
• Supporting the project team with general engineering duties as required.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have previous experience working as a Site Engineer within civil engineering or construction and be confident working independently on site.

Experience with GPS surveying / GPS machine control would be highly advantageous, as the project is introducing GPS machine control for the first time.

You should have a strong understanding of setting out, surveying, drawings and general site engineering practices, together with good communication and organisational skills.

Contract Details

• Duration: Approximately 5 months
• Project: Major cabling works
• Accommodation: Lodge allowance provided
• Start: Immediate / ASAP
• Role: Site Engineer

If you're an experienced Site Engineer looking for your next contract and have GPS experience, we'd be keen to hear from you.

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