Back to search
Freelance Site Engineer – Required
Location: East of Edinburgh
Contract: Immediate Start – Mid/End 2026
Contract Scotland is working in partnership with a well-established civil engineering contractor to recruit a Site Engineer for a key power project near the East of Edinburgh.Â
About the Role:
This is a long-term contract role, offering the opportunity to be part of a major infrastructure project from an early stage. The successful candidate will be responsible for:
-
Supporting site operations during both enabling and civils phases
-
Accurate setting out and survey work
-
Collaborating closely with site and subcontractor teams
-
Using CAD and LSS for design interpretation, earthworks modelling, and reporting
-
Ensuring works are carried out in line with project specifications and health & safety standards
Requirements:
-
Previous experience in a Site Engineer role within civil engineering or infrastructure. Come with valid CSCS card.
-
Proficient in CAD and LSS
-
Strong understanding of setting out techniques and site documentation
-
Ability to work independently and adapt quickly on a live site
-
Immediate availability or short notice preferred
What’s on Offer:
-
Contract through to mid/end 2026
-
Competitive day rate, dependent on experience
If you’re a skilled Site Engineer looking for your next challenge, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply or contact Contract Scotland for further details. Quote J45524.
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.
