Lead Civil Engineer
CV-LibraryAberdeenpermanentPosted: 9 April 2026
Apply NowOur client, a leading player in the utilities and power distribution sector, is seeking a dedicated Lead Civil Engineer to join their dynamic team. This permanent role involves working on high-profile transmission and distribution projects, primarily focusing on 400Kv+ substations. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking company known for its continuous drive to innovate and deliver exceptional service.
The role will be based in North Scotland in Banniskirk and will require a 10 days on 4 days off in shift pattern. staying away if you're not commutable to the site within 1-2 hours. Accomodation and travel expenses will be covered
Key Responsibilities:
Establishing and promoting best practice in health, safety, and environmental matters in conjunction with the SHQE department.
Assisting with temporary works design schemes.
Maintaining good working relations with clients, designers, teams, and the supply chain.
Advising engineers on setting out methods and techniques.
Ensuring that drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for the construction of the works.
Communicating with foremen and supervisors to ensure full understanding of information provided.
Overseeing the selection and requisition of materials and plant for use in the construction process.
Preparing written risk assessments and method statements for the control of the works.
Keeping a full and accurate daily site diary, including any changes or variations, subcontractors' attendance, and records of work-related discussions with clients, designers, and the project team.
Ensuring that inspection and test plans are completed as required by the PMP/Specification, including checks of dimension accuracy and quality.
Job Requirements:
Experience in construction or heavy civil engineering projects.
TWC cert and experience
10 to 15 years experience (from graduation)
Ability to lead a team of civil Engineers up to 5
Full UK driving licence
Experience with ITPs, RAMs, and temporary works.
Excellent knowledge of current civil engineering legislation as well as health, safety, and environmental legislation.
Ability and confidence to discuss engineering issues with people across various levels and disciplines.
Ability to produce, implement, and manage safe systems of work for construction procedures.
Benefits:
Starting salary ranging from £70,000-£85,000 per annum
Annual Bonus of 10%
Company Vehicle or Vehicle allowance of £7k
27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with the length of service.
Above market rate contributory pension scheme.
Life assurance, health screening, and enhanced sick pay.
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus.
Extra week's holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus.
Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations.
Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development.
Other benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme, etc.
If you are a motivated Site Engineer with experience in site engineering, Heavy Civil projects work, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative and skilled team
The role will be based in North Scotland in Banniskirk and will require a 10 days on 4 days off in shift pattern. staying away if you're not commutable to the site within 1-2 hours. Accomodation and travel expenses will be covered
Key Responsibilities:
Establishing and promoting best practice in health, safety, and environmental matters in conjunction with the SHQE department.
Assisting with temporary works design schemes.
Maintaining good working relations with clients, designers, teams, and the supply chain.
Advising engineers on setting out methods and techniques.
Ensuring that drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for the construction of the works.
Communicating with foremen and supervisors to ensure full understanding of information provided.
Overseeing the selection and requisition of materials and plant for use in the construction process.
Preparing written risk assessments and method statements for the control of the works.
Keeping a full and accurate daily site diary, including any changes or variations, subcontractors' attendance, and records of work-related discussions with clients, designers, and the project team.
Ensuring that inspection and test plans are completed as required by the PMP/Specification, including checks of dimension accuracy and quality.
Job Requirements:
Experience in construction or heavy civil engineering projects.
TWC cert and experience
10 to 15 years experience (from graduation)
Ability to lead a team of civil Engineers up to 5
Full UK driving licence
Experience with ITPs, RAMs, and temporary works.
Excellent knowledge of current civil engineering legislation as well as health, safety, and environmental legislation.
Ability and confidence to discuss engineering issues with people across various levels and disciplines.
Ability to produce, implement, and manage safe systems of work for construction procedures.
Benefits:
Starting salary ranging from £70,000-£85,000 per annum
Annual Bonus of 10%
Company Vehicle or Vehicle allowance of £7k
27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with the length of service.
Above market rate contributory pension scheme.
Life assurance, health screening, and enhanced sick pay.
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus.
Extra week's holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus.
Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations.
Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development.
Other benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme, etc.
If you are a motivated Site Engineer with experience in site engineering, Heavy Civil projects work, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative and skilled team