Site Engineer

  • Deanston Cooper
  • Penicuik, Midlothian
  • 05/07/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Deanston Cooper's client, a highly successful civil engineering contractor with an exceptionally low turnover of staff, has a current requirement for a Site Engineer to work on Scottish Water projects as part of a long-term framework.

Working on projects in the Edinburgh / Borders area, your duties as Site Engineer will include:

  • Providing engineering, technical skills and expertise to operatives, supervision and management
  • Undertaking accurate setting out and the management of setting out in line with the project programme of works.
  • Interpreting engineering drawings and specification and ensuring the accurate construction of works in accordance with client requirements
  • Advising the commercial team of any technical or engineering changes that could warrant a variation or cost change
  • Ensuring quality of the construction process
  • Ensuring that all site works are conducted in a safe manner
  • Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with the client

Applications for the role of Site Engineer are welcome from candidates with:

  • HNC Civil Engineering Site Engineer experience gained working for another civil engineering contractor
  • CSCS Card
  • Excellent setting out skills
  • Technical ability and good organisational skills
  • Ability to focus on targets and practical solutions