Site Engineer Civils (Enabling Works) - Argyll

United Infrastructure; Clachan; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure services company based in the UK is recruiting for a Site Engineer (Access and Enabling Works) to join an Overhead Lines Project in Scotland. The role involves managing health & safety protocols, coordinating project resources, and liaising with various stakeholders. This opportunity is ideal for both experienced and new site engineers with a civils or overhead lines background. Join us to work on impactful projects and contribute to a sustainable future.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Private medical cover

Commitment to professional development

Qualifications

• Demonstrable industry experience in a similar role.
• Supervisory experience of technical aspects of construction.
• Willingness to work away from home regularly.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily health & safety protocols for staff and subcontractors.
• Report incidents and manage project resources.
• Coordinate effectively with clients and third parties.

Skills

Civils engineering

Health & safety management

Project coordination

Communication skills

Education

Recognised Safety Qualification (e.g. IOSH or NEBOSH)

Job description

• Full-time
• Role Type: Permanent, Full-time

Company Description

United Infrastructure is a UK-based infrastructure services company delivering critical energy, power, water, telecoms and social infrastructure projects. Following the acquisition of Wood’s UK Transmission & Distribution business, United Infrastructure has strengthened its capabilities in power engineering, construction and asset optimisation, supporting grid resilience and the transition to a low-carbon energy system. The company partners with public and private clients to deliver safe, sustainable and future‑ready infrastructure across the UK.

Job Description

United Infrastructure Transmission & Distribution are recruiting for Site Engineer’s (Access and Enabling Works) with a Civils bias to join an Overhead Lines Project (OHL) in Argyll, Scotland. You will be focusing on supporting the team in enabling works phase of the overhead lines sites prior to tower assembly and erection.

As a Civils Site Engineer, you will oversee daily health & safety protocols for staff and subcontractors, report incidents, manage project resources, ensure compliance with safety standards, support the Construction and Project Managers with documentation and reporting, and coordinate effectively with all stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our growing team at United Infrastructure T&D, this role is site based on long term project based in Inverness supporting our client SSE.

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The Role

Reporting to the OHL Construction Manager, you will be part of the Enabling Works and Access Roads team, coordinating foremen and sub‑contractors while liaising with clients and third parties, and manage the setting People to Work process, including onboarding and site inductions with our program to support a growing workload across overhead lines (OHL). You will be contributing to the increased network capacity required to deliver the UK government’s pathway to 2030 and the transition to net zero.

This role is perfect for someone looking for a sideways move or their next step as a Site Engineer. We welcome applications from both established site engineers and first appointment site engineers from a civils or OHL background within transmission and distribution, construction or utilities. Apply now and be a part of something great!

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

As a prominent company providing engineering and construction services to the UK transmission and distribution sector, we take pride in being at the forefront of the net zero 2050 initiative. Our secured workstream for years to come speaks volumes about our commitment to this cause. Our Site Engineers play a crucial role in our construction team, guiding crew members, ensuring site safety, negotiating with suppliers, and providing valuable feedback. They are the cornerstone of project success, serving as the primary advisors and facilitators to ensure seamless project execution.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across emerging energy sectors
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant –
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Typical responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day Health & Safety for staff and subcontractors. Report Safety incidents and “near misses” internally and externally
• Plan, coordinate, and manage Foremen and subcontractors; and assist the Construction Manager in checking staff competencies and training
• Control costs and monitor financial status of your project area where applicable
• Produce method statements, work instructions, and risk assessments
• Provide the Construction and Project Manager’s with information for monthly reports and project change control
• Plan and coordinate resources (plant, materials, labour)
• Determine material requirements and liaise with Procurement
• Liaise with clients, third parties, and stakeholders
• Collect and collate QA documentation for final records.
• Support the Site Construction Manager in developing target costs.
• Compliance: ensure compliance with OHSAS 18001:1999, ISO 9001:2000, and ISO 14001:2004 standards

Qualifications

At United Infrastructure, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Demonstrable industry experience in a similar role
• Possess a recognised Safety Qualification (such as IOSH or NEBOSH)
• Previous experience in the management of sub‑contractors and the recording of measurement details to enable financial settlement
• Supervisory experience of technical aspects of construction, access and accommodation works, traffic management, scaffolds, metal access roads, yard setup, welfare facilities, foundations, conductor and fitting replacement works (desirable)
• Willingness to work away from home regularly and for prolonged periods of time
• Demonstrated experience with enabling, access roads and foundation construction in power transmission projects
• Proven coordination with third parties (local councils, highway authorities, environment agencies, etc)

Join us in our efforts towards a sustainable future. Do not wait any longer, apply now!