Resident Civil Engineer - Nigg

Europlan Group; Inverness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international engineering firm seeks a Resident Civil Engineer for an onsite role at the Port of Nigg. You will act as the technical lead for civil engineering activities, ensuring compliance with standards and maintaining safety. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and chartered status or progress towards it. This position offers accommodation and travel support for a balanced work-life schedule.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

Rotation flights included

Supportive work-life balance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Master’s preferred but not essential.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartered status.
• Experience in site-based civil engineering roles within infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect civil works for compliance with regulations.
• Act as the primary liaison between design office and construction teams.
• Provide hands-on technical support and practical engineering solutions.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Communication

Problem-solving

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer status or working towards

Job description

Overview

Resident Civil Engineer – Onsite (Port of Nigg, Scotland)

Location: Port of Nigg, Scotland

Job Type: Project Contract, Onsite

Europlan Group is a leading international engineering and project services company, delivering innovative, safety-driven solutions to the energy and industrial sectors.

We have been awarded the EPCM contract for the development of a subsea power cable manufacturing facility at the Port of Nigg in the Scottish Highlands, in partnership with Sumitomo Electric. This landmark project will deliver critical infrastructure to strengthen supply chains for the offshore wind and renewable energy sectors, supporting the UK’s transition to clean energy.

The Role

We provide accommodation, full onsite support, and rotation flights back to Ireland every second weekend to support a balanced work-life schedule.

As Resident Civil Engineer, you will be the on-site technical lead for all civil engineering activities. Acting as the link between the design office and construction teams, you will ensure that all civil works are executed safely, accurately, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect civil works to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and regulations.
• Act as the primary liaison between the design office and on-site teams.
• Address technical queries (RFIs) and resolve discrepancies between design and site conditions.
• Ensure contractors correctly interpret and implement designs.
• Provide hands-on technical support and practical engineering solutions.
• Track progress and prepare detailed site reports for management and stakeholders.
• Maintain comprehensive site records, inspections, and documentation.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE standards and promote a strong safety culture.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred but not essential).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartered status with Engineers Ireland, ICE, or equivalent.
• Experience in site-based civil engineering roles, ideally within infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of Eurocodes and civil engineering standards.
• Experience bridging design office and construction site operations.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Willingness to be permanently based on-site, with occasional travel as required.

Why Europlan?

• Be part of a landmark renewable energy infrastructure project.
• Work with global partners, including Sumitomo Electric.
• Accommodation and rotation flights included for hassle-free travel.
• Join a growing, international company committed to safety, innovation, and sustainability.

Help deliver the infrastructure that powers the future – apply now!