Green Cat Contracting is a growing civil engineering contractor based in Glasgow, specialising in balance of plant infrastructure for renewable energy projects across the UK. We deliver high-quality civil engineering solutions for wind, hydro and other renewable energy developments.
We are recruiting for a Site Engineer to join our team.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a young and growing civil engineering contractor based out of our Glasgow Head Office. The role of Site Engineer will provide the successful candidate the opportunity to work on projects of varying size and complexities including wind farms, hydroelectric projects and other renewable energy projects throughout the UK.
At present we have a good order book of projects in Scotland although we do work throughout the UK. Depending on the workload and project requirements you could be moving between different sites around the UK on a daily basis or based full time on a large project for the duration of the work. There will also be a requirement for the successful candidate to work from our Glasgow office at times to help prepare for projects before work on site begins.
Key Responsibilities
· Check and understand drawings and specifications.
· Setting out works utilising GPS, Total Station and other surveying equipment as required.
· Undertake as-built surveys and prepare as-built drawings using AutoCAD
· Undertake drawing take-offs for material procurement.
· Liaise with other contractors on site.
· Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are adhered to.
· Ensure ITP and quality records necessary to meet quality requirements are maintained.
· Resolve any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise.
· Arrange testing of materials.
· Keep a Site Diary.
· Provide support to the Project Managers & Site Managers in managing projects.
· Introduce improvements and innovation where appropriate to areas of your responsibility.
· Undertake other duties as required by the Company to facilitate construction of the works.
· Prepare and undertake site briefings.
· Deputise for Site Manager where required.
The Ideal Candidate
· Formal Qualification in Civil Engineering/Engineering at HND, BEng, MEng or MSc Level or equivalent.
· 1-3 years' site setting out experience using GPS and total station equipment (May also suit a recent graduate with setting out experience)
· Willingness to undertake travel across the UK where appropriate.
· Must be eligible to work in the UK
· Valid UK driving licence
· SMSTS certification (or willingness to obtain)
· CSCS card
· First Aid certification
Why Work for Green Cat Contracting?
Green Cat Contracting is a growing civil engineering contractor based in Glasgow, specialising in balance of plant infrastructure for renewable energy projects across the UK. We are proud of our reputation for delivering high-quality projects safely, efficiently and collaboratively.
Our main office is in Glasgow and easily accessible and we also offer the opportunity to work on sites that can be anywhere in the British Isles.
The team you will join is full of varying knowledge and experience who all want to pull in the same direction and help GCC grow into a large contracting organisation who continue to deliver quality projects for our clients.
Due to the company growing, it is a relatively unique opportunity on offer that will allow the candidate to be exposed to many different parts of the construction process and not just the specific role being advertised, allowing for continuing professional development.
At Green Cat Contracting, we are committed to investing in our people. We actively support professional development through training, professional memberships, industry qualifications and opportunities to gain experience across a diverse portfolio of renewable energy projects.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary in line with experience.
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
- Accommodation and subsistence arrangements
- 25 Days annual leave and 8 flexible bank holidays.
- Private Health Care Plan.
- Contributory Pension Scheme.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Professional development opportunities and support.
- Professional fees paid for by the company.
- Company social events and team building days.
Salary & Package
Negotiable.
How to Apply
Please send all CV’s to [email protected] with the Subject marked as “Site Engineer Application”
Pay: £124.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Do you have the legal right to work in the UK?
- Will your require visa Sponsorship?
Location:
- Glasgow, Glasgow (preferred)
Work Location: In person
