Job Title: Section Engineer / Sub Agent – Civils (Earthworks, Drainage & Utilities)
Location: Orkney Island, Scotland
Contract Type: Freelance (6–8 Months, Inside IR35)
Company Overview
We are recruiting for an experienced Section Engineer / Sub Agent to support the delivery of a major £150m new build substation project based on Orkney Island, Scotland.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proven civil engineering professional with strong experience across earthworks, drainage, and utilities packages to join a high-profile infrastructure project, with potential for further work beyond the initial contract duration.
The Role
As Section Engineer / Sub Agent, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of the earthworks, drainage, and utilities package on site. Reporting directly to the Site Agent, you will manage a team of 3–4 engineers and play a key role in driving programme, quality, and safety across your section of works.
This role requires an experienced individual who has previously operated at Section Engineer level as a minimum and is comfortable leading packages independently within a live construction environment.
While prior substation experience would be beneficial, it is not essential. The key requirement is strong, demonstrable experience delivering earthworks and utilities packages across civil engineering projects.
Key Responsibilities
• Take ownership of delivery for earthworks, drainage, and utilities packages.
• Manage and mentor a team of 3–4 engineers.
• Ensure works are delivered in line with programme, budget, and quality standards.
• Coordinate subcontractors and direct labour on site.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Work closely with the Site Agent and wider project team to drive performance.
• Support planning and commercial teams with progress reporting and updates.
• Ensure accurate setting out, quality control, and documentation across works.
• Contribute to problem-solving and technical decision-making on site.
Key Requirements
• Proven experience as a Section Engineer or Sub Agent within civil engineering.
• Strong background delivering earthworks and utilities packages.
• Experience managing engineers and leading site teams.
• Ability to operate independently and take ownership of project sections.
• Previous experience on major infrastructure or heavy civils projects.
• Substation experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Relevant qualifications and certifications including CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid.
Additional Information
• Contract Duration: 6–8 months, with potential for future work.
• Rate: £450–£500 per day (Inside IR35).
• Working Pattern: 11 days on / 3 days off.
• Accommodation, flights, and 3 meals per day provided by the client.
How to Apply