Section Engineer

Advertised by Contract Scotland

Location
Peterhead
Salary
£425 a day Accommodation
Job type
Temporary
Sector
Construction
Posted
20 October 2026
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Job description

Section Engineer – Long-Term Contract

Location: Peterhead, Scotland
Rate: £425 per day
Duration: Minimum 6 months
Payment: PAYE Only

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Section Engineer to join a major infrastructure project in Peterhead. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong civil engineering professional with experience in setting out, quality control and coordinating construction activities on site.

The contract offers £425 per day, with a minimum duration of six months.

Please note: This role is PAYE only. CIS and Limited Company payments are not available.

The Role

As Section Engineer, you will take responsibility for engineering control and the day-to-day coordination of construction activities within your section. You will ensure works are set out accurately, meet the required quality standards and progress in line with the construction programme.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Carrying out complex setting out and establishing primary setting out control across site.

  • Supporting and coaching junior team members in setting out techniques and engineering procedures.

  • Producing Activity Control Plans and maintaining accurate quality records.

  • Identifying and managing non-conformance reports and raising technical queries with proposed solutions.

  • Preparing method statements, risk assessments and Temporary Works Briefs.

  • Identifying site hazards, implementing appropriate controls and ensuring permit-to-work procedures are followed.

  • Producing weekly programmes, monitoring progress against targets and communicating requirements to the workforce.

  • Collating weekly measurement information, monitoring wastage and completing labour and plant reconciliations.

  • Identifying additional works and ensuring the necessary commercial notifications are raised.

  • Ensuring construction activities comply with drawings, specifications and contractual requirements.

About You

To be considered for this position, you should have:

  • Previous experience as a Section Engineer or in a similar civil engineering role.

  • Strong setting out skills, including experience carrying out complex setting out.

  • Experience producing Activity Control Plans and maintaining quality documentation.

  • A good understanding of construction tolerances, technical specifications and contract documentation.

  • Knowledge of health and safety procedures, risk assessments and permit systems.

  • Experience monitoring construction programmes and coordinating site activities.

  • Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

Interested? Get in touch to discuss the opportunity further.

£425 per day | Minimum 6 months | PAYE only – CIS and Limited Company arrangements will not be considered.

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.

Reference 225745987

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