Site Engineer Civils (Overhead Lines) - Inverness - Studentjob.co.uk in Alness

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.

United Infrastructure Transmission & Distribution are recruiting for a Site Engineer to join an Overhead Lines Project (OHL) in Inverness, Scotland. You will focus 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 a long‑term project based in Inverness supporting our client SSE.

The Role

Reporting to the OHL Construction Manager, you will oversee the Enabling Works and Access Roads management team, coordinate foremen and sub‑contractors while liaising with clients and third parties, and manage the People to Work process, including onboarding and site inductions. You will contribute to the increased network capacity required to deliver the UK government’s pathway to 2030 and the transition to net zero.

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, 4× 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; 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
• Ensure compliance with OHSAS 18001:1999, ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001:2004 standards

Qualifications

• Relevant site engineering experience in transmission and distribution, construction or utilities
• Strong understanding of health & safety regulations and ability to enforce compliance
• Demonstrated project coordination and resource planning skills
• Experience in preparing method statements, risk assessments and QA documentation
• Proficiency with site management software and reporting tools
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and teamwork abilities
• Commitment to continuous professional development and industry best practices