Section Engineer - Aberdeenshire Astute's Power team are currently recruiting for a Section Engineer to support an infrastructure project in Aberdeenshire. This is an opportunity for an experienced engineer to oversee setting out, quality control, site safety and programme delivery, ensuring construction activities are completed to the required standards. Role responsibilities and key skills: Carry out complex setting out and establish primary setting out control for construction activities. Support and coach site team members in setting out techniques. Produce Activity Control Plans and maintain comprehensive quality records. Identify, raise and manage Non-Conformance Reports and Technical Queries. Prepare Method Statements, Risk Assessments and Temporary Works Briefs. Manage visitor inductions, support accident reporting and identify potential site hazards. Understand and operate Permit to Work systems, raising permits as required. Produce weekly...

Heavy Civils The Role Our client are looking for an experienced Section Engineer to support the delivery of heavy civil engineering works on a major infrastructure project. The role will focus on concrete structures, reinforced concrete, structural steelwork, underground infrastructure and associated building works. You will take responsibility for engineering control within your section, ensuring works are delivered safely, to specification and in line with programme requirements. Key Responsibilities Carry out complex setting out and manage engineering control across site activities. Oversee heavy civils works, including concrete structures, steelwork and underground infrastructure. Produce Activity Control Plans and maintain quality records, ensuring works meet specifications and tolerances. Raise and manage Technical Queries (TQs) and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs). Prepare Method Statements, Risk Assessments and Temporary Works Briefs. Monitor progress...

Sub Agent - Major Civil Infrastructure & Earthworks Contract type - Freelance ongoing contract initially 6-months Location - Peterhead, Aberdeenshire Rate - 40.00 / hour PAYE Project - Major Energy Infrastructure & Substation Project (Tier 1 Contractor) Are you an experienced Sub Agent with a strong civil engineering background looking to lead key earthworks and infrastructure packages on a major energy transmission project? We at Randstad are working with a leading principal contractor delivering a major energy Infrastructure & substation project who is seeking a solid Sub Agent to join the team. As the Sub Agent, you will take ownership of day-to-day site operations across a specific section of the works, managing Section and Site Engineers while coordinating earthworks, access roads, fencing, and core infrastructure packages. Responsibilities include: Leading and controlling a dedicated section of civil engineering works, including earthworks,...

Looking for a new career challenge? We are seeking a skilled and motivated Section Engineer for an upcoming contract based in Longside, Aberdeen, running from October 19, 2026, to January 29, 2027. In this role, you will play a key part in engineering control, quality management, health and safety compliance, productivity tracking, and commercial monitoring. Key Responsibilities Engineering Control: Carry out complex setting out, provide primary setting out control, and coach subordinates in setting out techniques. Quality & Engineering: Produce Activity Control Plans (ACPs), actively reference specifications, maintain quality records, and raise Non Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Technical Queries. Health, Safety & Environment: Produce method statements and risk assessments, prepare temporary works briefs, conduct visitor inductions, and manage accident reporting and permit systems. Productivity & Commercial: Produce weekly programmes, measure progress...

Major Infrastructure Project The Role We are seeking an experienced Site Agent to join a major infrastructure project, working with a leading Tier 1 contractor. You will be responsible for managing and coordinating site teams, subcontractors and construction activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong heavy civils background and proven experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects with a Tier 1 contractor. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage site teams, including Sub Agents, Section Engineers, Site Engineers and Foremen. Oversee the delivery of heavy civil engineering works, ensuring progress aligns with programme and project targets. Maintain high standards of health, safety, environmental compliance and quality across all site activities. Manage subcontractor performance, site resources and construction programmes. Monitor productivity, costs and...

Looking for a new career challenge? We are seeking an experienced Site Agent for an upcoming contract based in Longside, Aberdeen, running from October 26, 2026, to February 26, 2027. In this role, you will provide management, leadership, and control of a multi-disciplinary team comprising Sub Agents, Section Engineers, Site Engineers, and Foremen. You will drive operational excellence while championing health, safety, and environmental standards. Key Responsibilities Health, Safety & Environment: Set targets and KPIs in line with project and business objectives, carry out periodic safety tours, assist with incident investigations, lead periodic risk reviews, and monitor the H&S management system. Engineering Control & Quality: Ensure sufficient resources and appropriate skill levels are allocated to the works section. Set quality targets, ensure site audits are undertaken, implement systems to manage construction quality, and take overall ownership of...

Looking for a new career challenge? We are seeking a skilled and motivated Sub Agent for an upcoming contract running from October 5, 2026, to December 18, 2026. In this role, you will lead and control a section of the works, managing a team of Section Engineers and Site Engineers within the same discipline. You will drive operational excellence while championing health, safety, and environmental standards. Key Responsibilities Health, Safety & Environment: Lead incident investigations, review method statements and risk assessments, carry out audits, and manage permits including Confined Space and Hot Works. Engineering Control & Quality: Guide and coach team members in technical requirements, setting out, and the resolution of construction issues. Take ownership of handover documentation and quality compliance processes. Productivity & Commercial: Produce fully resourced stage programmes, track KPIs, monitor weekly costs against the budget, and assist with...