23 site engineer jobs found in Glasgow

Apex Resources are hiring a Site Engineer to join our team. You'll oversee daily construction activities, ensure work meets specifications and quality standards, and keep projects on schedule. What you'll do: * Set out and level site works using surveying equipment * Read and interpret drawings, specs, and technical documentation * Monitor contractor work for quality and compliance * Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, and clients * Maintain site records, daily logs, and progress reports * Enforce health and safety regulations on site What we're looking for: * Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related field * Proven experience in groundworks * Proficiency with total stations, GPS, and leveling equipment * Strong knowledge of construction methods and materials * Excellent problem-solving and communication skills * CSCS card (or equivalent) Interested? Call Ben on (phone number removed) or submit your CV

I am working alongside a leading civil engineering contractor who are currently looking to hire an experienced Site Engineer due to a number of new contracts being awarded. My client operates across the civils sector on renewable energy projects. Site Engineer responsibilities: * Setting out using total station & GPS. Works include earthworks, duct installations, troughs, and RC bases. * Working alongside the project management team. * Site supervision. * Ensuring health and safety compliance. * Ensuring works are being carried out in accordance to agreed methodology and method. * Ensuring the correct documentation is held on site. * Ensuring works are completed on time and to specification. Site Engineer requirements: * Experience with setting out earthworks, duct installations, troughs, and RC bases. * Right to work in the UK. * CSCS card - White minimum. * SSSTS/SMSTS ticket holder (preferable) * Full UK driving licence. * Strong...

I am working alongside a leading civil engineering contractor who are currently looking to hire an experienced Site Engineer due to a number of new contracts being awarded. My client operates across the civils sector on renewable energy projects. Site Engineer responsibilities: * Setting out using total station & GPS. Works include earthworks, duct installations, troughs, and RC bases. * Working alongside the project management team. * Site supervision. * Ensuring health and safety compliance. * Ensuring works are being carried out in accordance to agreed methodology and method. * Ensuring the correct documentation is held on site. * Ensuring works are completed on time and to specification. Site Engineer requirements: * Experience with setting out earthworks, duct installations, troughs, and RC bases. * Right to work in the UK. * CSCS card - White minimum. * SSSTS/SMSTS ticket holder (preferable) * Full UK driving licence. * Strong...

Site Engineer – Civil Engineering Boyd Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a leading Civil Engineering contractor who are looking for an experienced Civil Site/Setting Out Engineer for a contract role in Dunbar on a 5 year project.  The Role As Site Engineer, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day delivery of works on a major substation project, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance at every stage. You’ll be site-based, working closely with the Sub Agent and Site Agent to keep programme, safety and standards on track. Key Responsibilities Setting Out & Technical Delivery Carry out accurate setting out for foundations, drainage, ducting, earthworks and concrete works Interpret drawings, specifications and technical information Ensure works are delivered in accordance with design and quality standards Manage as-built records and QA documentation Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure all works are carried out in line with RAMS and company H&S...

Freelance Site Engineer – Civil Engineering & Infrastructure 📍 Scotland 🕒 Immediate Start Available We are currently recruiting an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to join a well-established civil engineering contractor on a major long-term infrastructure project. Our client is an established and reputable civil engineering contractor, recognised for successfully delivering technically demanding groundworks and reinforced concrete projects nationwide. With a strong pipeline of work, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Site Engineer with a solid background in large-scale infrastructure and civil packages. The Role As Site Engineer, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of a high-profile infrastructure project. The works involve extensive groundworks, reinforced concrete structures, and associated civil engineering elements within a technically demanding environment. You will be responsible for setting out, quality control, and supporting the site team...

I am working alongside a leading civil engineering contractor who are currently looking to hire an experienced Site Engineer due to a number of new contracts being awarded. My client operates across the civils sector on renewable energy projects. Site Engineer responsibilities: * Setting out using total station & GPS. Works include earthworks, duct installations, troughs, and RC bases. * Working alongside the project management team. * Site supervision. * Ensuring health and safety compliance. * Ensuring works are being carried out in accordance to agreed methodology and method. * Ensuring the correct documentation is held on site. * Ensuring works are completed on time and to specification. Site Engineer requirements: * Experience with setting out earthworks, duct installations, troughs, and RC bases. * Right to work in the UK. * CSCS card - White minimum. * SSSTS/SMSTS ticket holder (preferable) * Full UK driving licence. * Strong...

Big Fish Little Fish are a key player in Geotechnical Recruitment, and we are currently working with some great industry specialists. Due to large contracts secured and new opportunities we are now needing to recruit Geologists/Site Engineers. Primarily this role will include the implementing and organising the projects in the field as well as the office. Day to day the successful candidate will be accountable for field based logistics including ensuring that the project specification is followed, correct equipment is used and maintained on site and also correct health & safety procedures are followed. All technical site work is carried out to a high standard, safely and on time and in budget. Offer a high level of project management on site, covering execution of ground investigation. Be able to liaise between the office and site location. Liaise with the end client as and when required. This role is totally site based, with a strong focus on overseeing, supporting the...

Senior Engineer – Civil Engineering 8–10 Weeks | Busy Public Infrastructure Environment | Start ASAP Contract Scotland is working with a civil engineering contractor who require a Senior Engineer to oversee a short-term package of works involving the installation of new traffic‑management infrastructure within a large, high‑footfall car park. The works include small civil engineering elements such as ducting trenches, minor excavation and reinstatement, and coordinating the installation of automated barrier systems. Although titled as a Senior Engineer role, the position is heavily supervision‑focused, with only limited/occasional setting out required. What You’ll Be Doing Overseeing day‑to‑day site activities on a live public site Ensuring Health & Safety compliance in a busy environment Supervising ducting, trenching and minor reinstatement works Coordinating with barrier installation teams and subcontractors Acting as the main point of contact for the client...

Senior Substation Primary (HV Plant) Design Engineer - Contract (Inside IR35) UK - Epsom | Birmingham | Leeds | Glasgow (Hybrid / Site Travel) Up to £65/hr (Umbrella) 12-month minimum contract We are recruiting for a Senior Substation Primary (HV Plant) Design Engineer to join a leading engineering team delivering major transmission and distribution substation projects across the UK. This is a senior role working across the full project lifecycle, from FEED through to detailed design and construction support, with responsibility for delivering high-quality HV substation primary plant design solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver HV substation primary plant design for transmission and distribution projects Produce and review HV substation layouts, elevations, and general arrangements Develop earthing designs, reports, and calculations Prepare and review HV plant technical specifications and equipment data sheets Carry out HV busbar calculations and design assessments...

Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer (MEP / Building Services) 📍 Birmingham (BBV Office - HS2 Programme) 🕒 Full-Time | 40 hours per week 📅 Contract to 31/03/2027 💷 60-85ph 🚆 HS2 Infrastructure Programme We are seeking experienced Project Engineers and Senior Project Engineers to join a major HS2 delivery team (BBV Integrated Project Team) supporting the assurance and delivery of critical tunnel and pumping station infrastructure across the UK. This is a client-side engineering assurance role, with a focus on MEP / building services systems, overseeing contractor delivery rather than undertaking detailed design. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, compliant, and fully integrated building services systems across complex underground infrastructure assets. Key Responsibilities Act as a client-side Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer within the HS2 BBV IPT team Oversee contractor self-assurance and design delivery for building services packages Review and...

Location: Epsom, Birmingham, Leeds or Glasgow (Hybrid / UK-wide flexibility) Contract Type: 12-month minimum contract (Inside IR35) Rate: Up to £65 per hour (Umbrella) Start Date: ASAP Travel: Occasional UK site visits required Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior HV Cable System Design Engineer to support the delivery and growth of a specialist high-voltage cable engineering capability within a leading multidisciplinary engineering environment. This is a senior technical role offering the opportunity to work on major onshore and offshore transmission-scale projects, contributing across the full project lifecycle from feasibility and FEED through to detailed design, installation support, and commissioning. The role also includes mentoring junior engineers, supporting technical excellence within the team, and playing an active part in client engagement and business development activities, including bids and proposals. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver HV cable...

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Package Manager to lead the delivery of electrical systems on large-scale hyperscale data centre projects. This role covers full lifecycle delivery from design through to commissioning and handover, ensuring safety, quality, programme, and budget targets are met. Key Responsibilities * Own and manage the electrical package from pre-construction to completion * Coordinate design with consultants, MEP/CSA teams, and client stakeholders * Oversee procurement, including subcontractors and long-lead equipment * Manage on-site installation and subcontractor performance * Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards * Develop and track programme schedules, mitigating risks as required * Lead testing, commissioning, and energisation activities * Monitor budgets, manage variations, and control costs * Deliver full project documentation and support client handover Requirements * Degree in Electrical Engineering or...

Civil / Structural Engineer Location: Remote UK with occasional visits to Project offices Position is with a global multi disciplined Engineering solutions provider We're looking for a Civil & Structural Engineer who's ready to apply their technical expertise to some of the most exciting and meaningful projects in the Energy Transition space. If you want to work on low-carbon, first-of-a-kind and next-generation energy technologies, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. What you'll be doing You'll work closely with the Civil & Structural Group Lead to develop cost-effective, efficient and innovative engineering solutions for complex energy projects. Your role will span concept through to detailed design, using tools such as Revit, Tekla, Robot, AutoCAD and Civil 3D to turn ideas into practical, buildable designs. Your responsibilities will include * Developing Civil & Structural solutions across Feasibility, Concept, FEED, Value Engineering and Detailed...

Locations: Birmingham | Epsom | Glasgow | Leeds Sector: Transmission & Distribution | Power & Energy | Net Zero Infrastructure Working Pattern: Hybrid (minimum 3 days in office/site per week) Shape the Future of Energy Infrastructure We are seeking experienced Electrical Engineers with a passion for power systems, electrical engineering, and the transition to Net Zero. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Power & Energy team delivering critical substation design projects across the UK and internationally. Working with major clients including National Grid, SSEN Transmission, and other leading energy organisations, you will contribute to projects spanning Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) through to Detailed Design across electricity transmission and distribution networks. This role offers excellent professional development, exposure to high-profile infrastructure projects, and ongoing support towards Chartership. The Role As a Senior Electrical...

Our Client is a global engineering consultancy specialising in utilities and facilities consultancy, design and support. Established over 25 years ago, the business has become the trusted partner to some of the world’s most recognised brands across the pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and FMCG sectors. The organisations multi-disciplinary expertise and flexible client-centric approach allows them to deliver intelligent, future-ready engineering solutions, supporting customers from initial concept through to implementation and ongoing optimisation. The company is currently extremely busy with specialist clean room facilities, laboratories and other controlled environments, often requiring technically complex solutions. With an busy and exciting order book involving schemes across the UK and overseas, the company is keen to add a talented Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer to the team on a rolling 6 month contract basis. The HVAC Design Engineer will be responsible for...

BMSL require an experienced Mechanical Supervisor for a commercial project in Glasgow city centre please find a rough guide to a job specification below. Supervise and coordinate a team of mechanical operatives, ensuring adherence to project specifications and safety protocols. * Assign daily tasks and monitor productivity, quality, and worksite discipline. * Provide technical support and guidance to team members and subcontractors. * Project Execution * Assist in the planning and scheduling of mechanical works in line with overall project timelines. * Ensure mechanical systems are installed and commissioned in accordance with drawings and regulations. * Liaise with Project Managers, Engineers, and other supervisors to ensure integrated delivery of services. * Inspect mechanical works regularly to ensure compliance with applicable standards, specifications, and quality benchmarks. * Address any installation issues or defects and implement corrective actions...

BMSL require an experienced Mechanical Supervisor for a commercial project working nightshift in the Clydebank area please find a rough guide to a job specification below. * Supervise and coordinate a team of mechanical operatives, ensuring adherence to project specifications and safety protocols. * Assign daily tasks and monitor productivity, quality, and worksite discipline. * Provide technical support and guidance to team members and subcontractors. * Project Execution * Assist in the planning and scheduling of mechanical works in line with overall project timelines. * Ensure mechanical systems are installed and commissioned in accordance with drawings and regulations. * Liaise with Project Managers, Engineers, and other supervisors to ensure integrated delivery of services. * Inspect mechanical works regularly to ensure compliance with applicable standards, specifications, and quality benchmarks. * Address any installation issues or defects and...

Project Manager / Site Agent West of Edinburgh Long-Term Opportunity | Temporary, Temp-to-Perm or Permanent We are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager / Site Agent to join a major infrastructure project based West of Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established civil engineering contractor on a long-term programme of works involving reinforced concrete structures, including multiple bridge structures. The client is open to considering candidates on a temporary, temp-to-permanent or permanent basis, with an immediate start available. The Role: You will take responsibility for managing key structures packages on site, reporting directly to the Contracts Manager, and leading site teams including Engineers and Foremen. Duties will include: Managing reinforced concrete structures works Overseeing the design coordination process Programming and short-term planning Ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and within budget Commercial...

Job Description: Construction Trades & Labour Team Project: New Build Large Residential Development Location: St Brelade, Jersey Channel Islands Project Type: Multi-Storey Residential Development / Apartment Building Employment Type: Full-Time / Contract Reporting To: Site Manager / Project Manager / Construction Director Overview We are seeking skilled, semi-skilled, and general construction personnel for the delivery of a large-scale residential new build development. The project requires experienced professionals across all major construction trades and labour disciplines to support the successful completion of structural, architectural, civil, and finishing works in accordance with programme, quality, and health & safety standards. Successful candidates will work collaboratively within a fast-paced construction environment and must demonstrate reliability, professionalism, technical competence, and a strong commitment to safety and workmanship. Key...

Document Controller – Data Centre Project (Linz, Austria) We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading civil engineering and construction contractor, supporting a major infrastructure project in Linz, Austria. The role is based on a large-scale data centre development, where the contractor is responsible for delivering the substation and associated civils works. This is a key project running until the end of the year, offering an excellent opportunity to be part of a high-profile international build. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Document Controller to support project delivery by managing, organising, and maintaining all project documentation in line with client and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will come from a civil engineering or construction background, with strong experience in document control within major infrastructure or industrial projects. Fluency in German is essential due to the project location and stakeholder requirements. Key...