Site Engineer- Central Belt Scotland

BDL; Swindon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK seeks a Site Engineer to deliver on exciting projects across the Central Belt of Scotland. You will ensure precision in construction, oversee junior engineers, and implement quality procedures. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification and experience in managing concrete frame projects. This position offers competitive benefits, including 26 days holiday and private healthcare.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare

Car Allowance

Company Pension

Volunteering Days

Health Care Cashplan

Cycle to work scheme

Car Leasing Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Life Assurance

Buy/sell holidays

Other discounts and Cashback plans

Qualifications

• Qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Structural Engineering to HNC level or above.
• Track record of delivering setting out and engineering processes on concrete frame projects.
• Ability to use CAD software for data transfers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure precision in construction using surveying instruments.
• Interpret construction plans and assist in resolving design challenges.
• Implement quality procedures and champion safe working practices.
• Supervise junior engineers and site teams.

Skills

Surveying skills

Project management

Commercial awareness

Team leadership

Education

HNC in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Structural Engineering

Tools

CAD software

EDM

Job description

Site Engineer – Central Belt Scotland

We have exciting opportunities for you to join a highly skilled team due to a strong pipeline of work through to 2028. Delivering on projects across the Central Belt, Scotland.

Our Site Engineers support the technical delivery of RC frames and groundworks projects. Having a flair for technical complexity and detail, with a core motivation to engage with, innovate and inspire the teams around you. As an integral part of the operations team, your role will be key to the successful delivery of our projects.

Careys Engineers, work as part of a team interpreting engineering information and conveying this to the workforce, to ensure delivery of the project to programme and budget.

Department: Engineering
Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time
Location: Central Belt – Scotland
Workplace type: Onsite

What You Will Be Doing:

• Site & Setting Out – Ensure precision in construction using surveying instruments and technical drawings.
• Project & Design Management – Interpret construction plans, raise RFIs, and assist in resolving design challenges.
• Commercial Awareness – Understand contracts, costs, and materials to support efficient project delivery.
• Quality & Safety – Implement quality procedures, conduct inspections, and champion safe working practices.
• Team Leadership – Supervise junior engineers, subcontractors, and site teams to drive performance.

What You Will Bring:

• A qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Structural Engineering to HNC level or above.
• A track record of delivering setting out and engineering processes on concrete frame projects.
• Ability to use CAD software for data transfer to/from single person working kit; EDM preferable.
• Highly competent in surveying and setting out techniques and able to teach others.
• Experience in managing and mentoring Graduate and Apprentice engineers.

Benefits

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private Healthcare
• Car Allowance
• Company Pension
• Volunteering Days – With Careys Foundation or other organisations important to you.
• Health Care Cashplan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Car Leasing Scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Life AssuranceBuy/sell holidays
• Other discounts and Cashback plans

About Carey Group

The group began in 1969 with three brothers and a van. John, Tom and Pat Carey moved to London from Ireland and started a groundworks contracting company in London called PJ Carey Plant Hire (Oval) Ltd. Their aspirations aligned with the values of the Carey Group today – to care about everything they did, act with humility, be passionate and authentic. The group remains family‑owned, operating across the UK and Ireland, growing from 50 operatives to a large construction business committed to quality, safety and community impact.

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