Job Description

Senior Site Engineer - Materials Testing (Soils)

Location:

Scotland

Contract Type:

Temp to Permenant

The Role

We are seeking an experienced

Senior Site Engineer

to lead and manage a team of

six Materials Testing Technicians

, delivering high-quality

soil testing and ground investigation support

across a range of infrastructure and development projects. This is a hands-on, site-based role combining technical leadership, quality assurance, and day-to-day team management.

Key Responsibilities

Line management and supervision of a team of

6 soil materials technicians

Planning, coordinating, and overseeing

soil sampling and in-situ testing programmes

Ensuring testing is undertaken in accordance with

BS/EN standards, project specifications, and quality plans

Reviewing and validating site test data prior to submission Acting as primary site contact for clients, contractors, and laboratories Managing daily site activities, logistics, and resource allocation Ensuring compliance with

health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures

Supporting training, mentoring, and competency development of technicians Coordinating laboratory testing schedules and sample chain of custody Providing technical input to reports and contributing to project reviews

About You

Degree or HND qualified in

Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline

Proven experience in

site-based soil materials testing

Demonstrable experience

leading and managing site teams

Strong technical knowledge of

soil testing methods

(e.g. sampling, DCP, plate load testing, CBR support, trial pitting) Competent in interpreting test results and ensuring data quality Excellent communication and organisational skills Confident working on live construction or infrastructure sites CSCS card (essential) Full UK driving licence

Desirable

Experience working under

UKAS-accredited testing environments

Knowledge of geotechnical and contaminated land standards Experience on major infrastructure, energy, or rail projects Working toward or holding professional membership (ICE, CIHT, GeolSoc)

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to manage a well-established technical site team Varied workload across high-profile projects Career progression and professional development support Supportive and safety-driven working culture
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 50,000.00-70,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person