Permanent Setting Out Engineer: Site Survey & Piling Lead

Van Elle; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Healthcare Cash Plan

Onsite Training Centre

24-hour employee support line

Job summary

Van Elle is seeking Setting Out Engineers to join the UK’s largest geotechnical and ground engineering contractor. You will set out piles and beams, level and survey on site, and liaise between engineers and the construction team to ensure plans are accurate.

Candidates should have CSCS and AutoCAD experience, with strong organisation, communication, and problem-solving skills. The role involves flexible nationwide travel and multi-site support, with clear progression opportunities and a

Qualifications

• Experience as Setting out Engineer, Site Engineer or Engineering Surveyor is required.
• Strong English communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to interpret plans and drawings accurately.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Set out piles and beams on site and record as-builts.
• Conduct setting out, leveling and surveying on site.
• Coordinate with engineers and construction team to ensure plan accuracy.
• Provide technical support and quality assurance on site.
• Supervise subcontractors on site setting out.
• Check quantities and assist with site reporting and progress meetings.

Skills

Setting out

Surveying

MS Office

Education

CSCS Card

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Van Elle is seeking Setting Out Engineers to join the UK’s largest geotechnical and ground engineering contractor. You will set out piles and beams, level and survey on site, and liaise between engineers and the construction team to ensure plans are accurate.

Candidates should have CSCS and AutoCAD experience, with strong organisation, communication, and problem-solving skills. The role involves flexible nationwide travel and multi-site support, with clear progression opportunities and a