Job Description

Kenton Black are delighted to be supporting a leading civil engineering contractor in their search for an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to join their team on a major substation project based in Killin. This freelance position runs until October, offering an excellent opportunity for an engineering professional seeking consistent work on a high-profile energy infrastructure scheme.

Key Responsibilities

- Setting Out Duties

- Quality Assurance

- Surveying & Reporting

- Technical Support

- Health & Safety Compliance

- Stakeholder Coordination

- Problem Solving

What You Bring

- Previous Site Engineering Experience on civil engineering or energy infrastructure projects

- Strong understanding of substation construction or heavy civils (desirable but not essential)

- Proficiency with surveying equipment such as GPS, total station, and auto-levels

- Solid knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and engineering standards

- Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills

- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with wider project teams

- A proactive, detail-focused approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality work

- Valid CSCS card and relevant engineering qualifications

Why This Role?

This freelance opportunity offers the chance to work on a significant substation project contributing to critical energy infrastructure in Scotland. You will join a respected contractor, gain exposure to complex engineering works, and benefit from consistent work through to October. The day rate is negotiable DOE circa £375 per day + mileage or provided accommodation