Site engineer

Randstad Construction & Property; Peterhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE seeks an experienced Site Engineer near Peterhead to support the delivery of the project's engineering strategy, ensuring technical assurance, quality control, safety, and efficient resource management across site operations. The role requires CSCS, a civil engineering qualification (HNC/HND/degree) and strong leadership with excellent communication.

BIM familiarity and modern digital tools are desirable for collaborating with consultants, suppliers and client representatives to

Qualifications

• Experience as a Site Engineer with solid technical expertise.
• CSCS Card required.
• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) is desirable; professional accreditation (MICE / MIStructE) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engineering & Technical Support: Implement the engineering strategy and support project delivery teams.
• Site & Resource Management: Manage materials, plant, and labor within budget.
• Quality & Assurance: Maintain QA standards and raise issues to drive improvement.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce health, safety, and CDM compliance on site.
• Stakeholder & Procurement Liaison: Work with consultants, suppliers and client reps on design solutions and schedules.
• Reporting & Digital Tools: Use BIM and digital tools to monitor progress and report to senior management.

Skills

Site Engineer

Technical expertise

Industry best practice

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

BIM

Job description

Job Title

Site Engineer

Location

Near Peterhead, Aberdeenshire (AB42 area / approx. 12 mins from Peterhead Town Centre)

Role Type

Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join our team near Peterhead. In this role, you will support the delivery of the project's engineering strategy, ensuring high standards of technical assurance, quality control, safety, and efficient resource management across site operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering & Technical Support: Implement the engineering strategy, support project delivery teams, verify work accuracy, and provide ongoing technical guidance on site.
• Site & Resource Management: Manage materials, plant, and labor within budget to ensure safe, effective, and timely project delivery.
• Quality & Assurance: Maintain quality assurance standards, conduct audits, and raise issues regarding safety, finance, or quality to drive continuous improvement.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce strict health, safety, and CDM compliance, maintaining a zero-harm mindset and ensuring safe installation and maintenance processes.
• Stakeholder & Procurement Liaison: Work closely with consultants, suppliers, and client representatives to manage design solutions, material controls, and procurement schedules.
• Reporting & Digital Tools: Utilize digital tools and BIM models to monitor progress, support project execution, and provide performance reports to senior management.

Key Requirements & Experience

• Essential background as a Site Engineer with solid technical expertise and industry best practice knowledge.
• Valid CSCS Card required.
• HNC, HND, or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) is highly desirable; professional accreditation (MICE / MIStructE) is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of site health and safety, CDM regulations, quality assurance, and material procurement.
• Familiarity with BIM software/models and modern digital construction tools is desirable.
• Excellent communication, team leadership, and problem-solving skills under time pressure.

Location & Accessibility

• Site Office Location: Located near AB42 3ED (approx. 6 miles / 12-minute drive west of Peterhead Town Centre).
• Convenient access from the A90 and Longside Road.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes 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 sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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