Civil Engineering Project Engineer – Scotland

About the Company

Our client is a well-established engineering organisation delivering specialist infrastructure and energy solutions across the UK. With a long-standing reputation for technical excellence, they support major infrastructure and industrial projects nationwide.

The business is committed to sustainability and is actively contributing to long-term decarbonisation and net zero targets within the built environment.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Civil Engineering Project Engineer to support the delivery of civil engineering projects across Scotland.

This role will provide technical expertise and coordinate site engineering activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately and in line with drawings, specifications and contractual requirements. The successful candidate will also provide support to operational and commercial teams where required.

Working Pattern

• Hybrid role (split between site and main office depending on workload)

• Monday to Friday

• 40 hours per week

• Travel across Scotland required

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Support

• Provide day-to-day engineering support to site and project teams

• Interpret drawings, specifications and construction information

• Carry out setting out using GPS / Total Station equipment

• Manage technical queries (RFIs) and liaise with designers and consultants

Site Coordination

• Support the Project Manager and Construction Manager in planning and sequencing works

• Coordinate subcontractors and ensure engineering requirements are delivered on site

• Monitor progress against programme and highlight technical issues

Quality Assurance

• Ensure works comply with design, specification and quality standards

• Carry out inspections, testing and quality checks

• Maintain accurate site records, as-built drawings and quality documentation

Health, Safety & Environment

• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015 and relevant HSEQ procedures

• Develop and review RAMS and deliver toolbox talks

• Promote safe working practices and environmental awareness

Commercial & Project Support

• Assist with measurement, quantities and progress reporting

• Support cost control and identification of variations

• Assist with management of materials, plant and site logistics

Requirements

Essential

• Experience as a Project Engineer, Site Engineer or Technician within civil engineering

• Good understanding of civil engineering construction techniques

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• HNC / HND / Degree in Civil Engineering

• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Experience on Scottish infrastructure or public-sector projects

• Setting out and site surveying experience

• SMSTS, First Aid at Work, Temporary Works Coordinator

• Knowledge of NEC contracts

• Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar software

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Hybrid and flexible working options (role dependent)

• Life assurance

• Enhanced pension scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Private GP access

• Employee benefits and rewards platform

• Enhanced family-friendly policies

• Cycle to work scheme

• Ongoing professional development and training