Job Description
Senior Engineer – Freelance (Civils/Groundsworks)
Glasgow & Central/West Scotland | Long‑Term Freelance Opportunity
We’re supporting a busy groundworks contractor who is looking for a Senior Engineer capable of delivering both the technical and managerial sides of the role. This isn’t a pure setting‑out position — they need someone who can confidently handle ITPs, RFIs, RAMS, and general site engineering duties while supporting multiple sites across Glasgow and the wider west.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Setting out for groundworks and civils packages across multiple sites
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Preparing and managing ITPs, RFIs, RAMS and other QA documentation
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Supporting site teams with technical queries and problem‑solving
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Liaising with Site Managers, subcontractors and the wider project team
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Ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately and to programme
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Providing engineering support across several live sites in the west
What They’re Looking For
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A freelance engineer with experience in groundworks and civils
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Someone who can balance setting out with paperwork/QA responsibilities
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Strong understanding of site processes, sequencing and compliance
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Confident communicator who can work independently across multiple locations
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Glasgow/West‑based or able to cover sites across the region
Why This Role?
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Long‑term pipeline of work for the right engineer
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Varied workload across multiple projects
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Opportunity to step into a broader, more rounded engineering role
If this sounds like a fit, apply here or send your CV to chloe.ruxton@contractscotland.co.uk — we’d love to hear from you.
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