Fawkes & Reece have an opportunity for a temporary Site Engineer located in Edinburgh for a well-established, main contractor in the UK. Our client specialises in key construction projects including new build and refurbishments of hotel and leisure, commercial, industrial, health and education.
As Site Engineer you will have experience on setting out working on a range of contracts RC frame multi storey ideally student accommodation, high rise residential properties, hotels etc.). You should also have solid experience working in the construction industry especially on RC Frame developments.
As Site Engineer you will be required for an immediate start ASAP for 4 weeks work - BUT can continue for the right candidate. This project is a multi-story RC frame, accommodation project.
Previous experience:
5 years minimum Site Engineer/Setting out Engineer experience.
Able to use Leica TS16
Experience on commercial and RC frame projects ideally hotels and student accommodation
You must have Main contract experience in contracts in excess of £25m.
You MUST be able to demonstrate a proven track record with previous employers confirming length of service and continuity of employment.
Able to use Leica and Robotic equipment.
SSSTS or SMSTS
CSCS
Key responsibilities:
General Setting out to included: RC frame, groundworks Drainage, Manhole, bore hole chambers, Surface water, Pop ups, service trenches, boreholes, ground beams, Retaining walls, Sheet piles, capping beams, Slab and the relevant tests and As-Built, Transition roads and curbs.
Surveying and investigation work.
Report to Site Manager
Liaising with sub-contractors
Adhere to H & S Compliance throughout the Site.
Ensure quality of works meets the clients demands.
To apply please forward your CV to Shaun Richards via this email

270.00 Daily - 300.00 Daily GBP
Fawkes and Reece (West) Limited
Fawkes and Reece (West) Limited
JS3062149103
1/27/2026 7:55:13 AM
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