Site Engineer - Major civils

Randstad Cpe London; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Site Engineer for a project in Aberdeenshire. The role involves delivering site engineering control, supporting the implementation of works, and reporting on progress. Key responsibilities include preparing safety documentation, conducting inspections, maintaining survey equipment, and producing as-built drawings. Candidates should possess good communication skills, relevant qualifications (HNC or equivalent), and the ability to work both independently and as a team member.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to communicate safe systems of work.
• Takes ownership of tasks and contributes independently.
• Competent in setting-out techniques and understanding drawings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver site engineering control and report on project progress.
• Prepare and contribute to safety documentation like Task Briefing Sheets.
• Produce as-built drawings and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Independent work capability

Team player

Competent with survey equipment

Understanding of Permit to Work systems

Accurate material take-offs

Education

HNC or equivalent

Job description

Role Title: Site Engineer - Aberdeenshire

Role Purpose

To deliver site engineering control and support the implementation of works on site, including monitoring and reporting progress. The project includes significant heavy civil engineering such as earthworks, drainage and highways.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environmental

• Prepare Task Briefing Sheets and contribute to Permit to Dig documentation.
• Deliver briefings, toolbox talks and conduct safety inspections.
• Identify hazards and contribute to Safe Systems of Work.

Engineering Control

• Carry out setting out from established primary control.
• Provide sketches and records of setting‑out activities.
• Maintain and test survey equipment.
• Interpret drawings, schedules and specifications.

Quality

• Produce as‑built drawings and records.
• Complete quality check sheets and provide handover documentation on time.
• Maintain accurate records including daily diaries, photos and site discussion notes.

Productivity

• Measure and reconcile actual material usage against theoretical quantities.
• Update weekly programme progress.
• Support collection of data for KPIs.

Commercial

• Produce accurate daily resource diaries (labour, plant, materials, subcontractors).
• Complete weekly measures, take‑offs, schedules and requisitions.
• Identify and record additional works.
• Understand budgeted vs actual resourcing and report variances.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Able to clearly communicate safe systems of work.
• Takes ownership of tasks and works independently when required.
• Strong team player with good communication skills.
• Full driving licence and CSCS card.
• Understanding of Permit to Work systems and environmental awareness.
• Competent with setting‑out techniques and survey equipment.
• Able to read drawings, understand tolerances and produce handover information.
• Accurate material take‑offs and knowledge of contract/specification documents.

Desirable Skills

• Developing leadership skills.
• Working towards professional accreditation (e.g., ICE, IHT).
• EUSR Cat 1 & 2.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Required Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent