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Freelance Site Engineer – Civil Engineering Projects
Location: Kelso, Scotland
Duration: 4-8 Months
Start Date: April 2025
Our client, a leading civil engineering contractor, is seeking a highly skilled Site Engineer for an exciting freelance opportunity in Kelso, Scotland. The position will start in April and run for a duration of 4-8 months, offering the chance to work on a variety of civil engineering projects, including roads, drainage, and infrastructure.
About the Role:
As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical support and expertise on site, ensuring the successful delivery of the project. You will work closely with the project team to manage site operations, carry out measurements and surveys, and ensure that all work complies with the relevant specifications, drawings, and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the site, providing engineering support to ensure the project runs smoothly.
- Set out and survey the site, ensuring accurate measurement and alignment of works.
- Provide technical advice and resolve any engineering issues that arise during construction.
- Monitor the quality of work, ensuring it meets the required standards and project specifications.
- Assist with managing health and safety procedures and ensuring compliance on-site.
- Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure the efficient delivery of materials and services.
- Prepare site reports, daily logs, and other documentation as required.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Proven experience as a Site Engineer within civil engineering projects.
- Strong understanding of construction techniques, surveying, and site management.
- Experience with setting out, GPS, and total stations.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings and technical specifications.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and site procedures.
- Freelance or contract experience is highly desirable.
Why Apply?
- Competitive daily rate.
- Exciting opportunity to work on a variety of civil engineering projects.
- Short-term freelance role with potential for future opportunities.
- Dynamic, professional work environment.
If you’re looking for a rewarding freelance role and have the skills to contribute to the successful delivery of a civil engineering project, we want to hear from you!
Apply Now to join the project in Kelso starting in April 2025!
Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.
For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
