Senior Setting Out Engineer — Digital Construction Lead

Procter Street; Long Lee; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or car allowance

Job summary

Procter Street is seeking a Senior Setting Out Engineer to lead surveying and setting out on major civil infrastructure projects. You will own machine control systems and drive digital workflows, working with site teams, designers and operators to deliver accurate, high-quality results.

You will mentor junior engineers, promote best practice, and champion modern digital construction within the business. Strong experience in Trimble/Leica and 3D modeling is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in setting out, surveying and site engineering within civil infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of machine control systems such as Trimble or Leica.
• Experience producing and managing 3D construction models.
• Good understanding of GNSS, total stations and survey control.
• Experience on earthworks, highways, infrastructure or heavy civil projects.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and digital design information.
• Experience leading or supporting engineering teams on site.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate setting out and surveying services across multiple live projects.
• Produce and manage high-quality 3D models using Trimble Business Centre, LSS or similar software.
• Prepare, verify and distribute machine control models for site operations.
• Install, configure and maintain machine control systems and cab kits.
• Ensure survey equipment and machine control technology is calibrated and operating correctly.
• Support machine operators with the implementation and use of digital models.
• Monitor data accuracy and maintain robust QA processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot surveying and machine control issues on site.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, design and site delivery teams.
• Mentor and support junior engineers while promoting engineering excellence.
• Champion the adoption of digital construction technologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.

Skills

Setting out

Surveying

3D modeling

GNSS/Total stations

Engineering leadership

Problem solving

Tools

Trimble Business Centre

Leica equipment

Job description

Procter Street is seeking a Senior Setting Out Engineer to lead surveying and setting out on major civil infrastructure projects. You will own machine control systems and drive digital workflows, working with site teams, designers and operators to deliver accurate, high-quality results.

You will mentor junior engineers, promote best practice, and champion modern digital construction within the business. Strong experience in Trimble/Leica and 3D modeling is essential for success.