At a Glance
- Tasks: Support major transmission infrastructure projects with engineering expertise and site management.
- Company: Join a leading firm in civil engineering with exciting projects in the Orkney Islands.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, free accommodation, flights covered, and meals during work hours.
- Other info: Long-term opportunity with excellent career growth in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a nationally significant project while enjoying a structured work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Site Engineer with strong surveying and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer to support the delivery of a major transmission infrastructure project in the Orkney Islands. This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term, high-profile project, working alongside an established delivery team on a significant programme of civil engineering and infrastructure works.
The Role
As Site Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the safe and efficient delivery of works on site, ensuring engineering standards, quality requirements and project programme objectives are achieved. Key responsibilities will include:
- Setting out and surveying works
- Maintaining accurate site records and as-built information
- Managing quality assurance documentation and inspections
- Supporting construction teams with technical engineering input
- Monitoring progress against programme requirements
- Ensuring works are carried out in accordance with design specifications
- Liaising with site management, subcontractors and client representatives
- Assisting with planning and coordination of daily site activities
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience working as a Site Engineer within civil engineering or infrastructure projects
- Competent setting out and survey skills using modern surveying equipment
- Strong understanding of quality assurance and site documentation
- Experience working alongside subcontractors and construction teams
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work on a rotational basis in a remote project environment
What's on Offer
- Competitive day rate
- Long-term opportunity on a major infrastructure project
- Accommodation provided on the island
- Flights arranged and covered by the project
- Free catering during working hours
- Structured rotation of approximately 10 days on / 3–4 days off
- Opportunity to work on a nationally significant transmission project
If you're an experienced Site Engineer looking for your next contract role and are available to start soon, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote 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 areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
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