Site Engineer – Building & Construction

Location: Dalmarnock, Glasgow
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience
Sector: Construction / Building / Civil Engineering
Employer: Established Building & Construction Contractor

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join an established Building & Construction Contractor on a major construction project based in Dalmarnock, Glasgow.

The contractor specialises in the delivery of complex construction and infrastructure projects across commercial, industrial, education, healthcare and regeneration sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically capable Site Engineer to join an established project team and play a key role in the successful delivery of a significant construction development.

We are particularly interested in candidates who hold a relevant qualification in either Civil Engineering or Building/Construction, with practical site experience and a strong understanding of construction methods, setting out and technical project delivery.

The successful candidate will provide technical support to the site management team, ensuring construction activities are delivered safely, accurately and in accordance with project drawings, specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake site engineering and setting out duties in accordance with construction drawings and project specifications.

• Provide technical support to the Site Manager and wider project management team.

• Ensure construction works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and quality standards.

• Undertake surveying, levelling and dimensional control activities.

• Interpret and review technical drawings, specifications and construction information.

• Monitor subcontractor activities to ensure works are completed to the required standards.

• Carry out regular site inspections and quality assurance checks.

• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of as-built drawings, site records and inspection and test plans.

• Identify and resolve technical issues, working closely with site management and design teams.

• Ensure all works comply with health and safety requirements and relevant construction regulations.

• Assist with coordinating construction activities to ensure programme milestones are achieved.

• Maintain accurate engineering records and communicate technical information effectively.

Essential Qualifications & Certifications

Candidates must hold a relevant qualification in either Civil Engineering or Building/Construction.

Civil Engineering Qualifications:

• BEng or BSc Degree in Civil Engineering.

• HND in Civil Engineering.

• HNC in Civil Engineering.

• BEng/BSc Degree in Structural Engineering or a closely related discipline.

• HND/HNC in Construction Engineering.

Building & Construction Qualifications:

• BSc or BEng Degree in Construction Management.

• BSc in Building Surveying.

• HND in Construction Management.

• HND in Building Studies.

• HNC in Building Studies.

• HNC/HND in Construction and the Built Environment.

• BSc in Building Engineering.

• BSc in Architectural Technology.

Mandatory Industry Qualifications:

• Valid CSCS card.

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) qualification.

Additional Desirable Qualifications:

• First Aid at Work qualification.

• Relevant surveying or setting-out training.

• AutoCAD or other relevant engineering software training.

Candidates holding a Degree or HND in Civil Engineering or Building/Construction are preferred. However, applicants with a relevant HNC qualification and strong practical site engineering experience will also be considered, provided they hold a valid CSCS card and SMSTS qualification.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Previous experience working as a Site Engineer within the construction, building or civil engineering sectors.

• Experience undertaking setting out and surveying duties.

• Strong understanding of construction drawings and technical specifications.

• Knowledge of building construction methods and site engineering procedures.

• Ability to identify and resolve technical issues on site.

• Good understanding of quality assurance and health and safety requirements.

• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• Ability to work effectively alongside Site Managers, Project Managers, subcontractors and the wider construction team.

• A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working on large-scale commercial, industrial or public-sector construction projects.

• Experience working for a main building contractor.

• Experience with reinforced concrete, structural steel, groundworks, drainage and general building works.

• Experience using Total Stations, GPS and other surveying equipment.

• Knowledge of AutoCAD and other relevant engineering software.

• Knowledge of quality management systems and inspection and test plans.

• Previous experience coordinating multiple trades and subcontractors on site.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a motivated and technically competent Site Engineer with either a Civil Engineering or Building/Construction qualification.

You will ideally have previous experience working on building or infrastructure projects and be confident supporting the technical delivery of works from initial setting out through to completion.

Candidates from main contractor backgrounds, particularly those with experience in commercial construction, industrial developments, education, healthcare or regeneration projects, would be well suited to this opportunity.

You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced site environment, liaising with subcontractors and the wider project team, and ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately and to the required quality standards.

Salary & Package

• Salary up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.

• Opportunity to work on a significant construction project in Dalmarnock, Glasgow.

• Join an established and reputable Building & Construction Contractor.

• Opportunity to develop your career within a varied construction and infrastructure environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a suitably qualified Site Engineer to join an established Building & Construction Contractor and play an important role in the successful delivery of a major construction project in Dalmarnock, Glasgow.