Senior Setting Out Engineer – Industrial Civil Project

Nicholas Associates; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicholas Associates is seeking an experienced Setting Out Engineer to join a major industrial development project in Pontefract. The role involves carrying out setting out duties across multiple fronts, ensuring works align with design drawings and specifications on a £10m civil package.

You'll produce as-built records, assist QA, and collaborate with Site Engineers and Project Managers. Proficiency with Leica/Topcon/Trimble and AutoCAD is required, along with a CSCS card and Civil Engineering

Qualifications

• Experience as a Setting Out Engineer on civils and infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of roads, drainage, utilities, earthworks and RC structures.
• Proficient with surveying equipment (Leica, Topcon, Trimble).
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings using AutoCAD.
• Ability to manage multiple work areas and work independently.
• HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering or related field; CSCS card required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all setting out duties across multiple work fronts.
• Ensure works are constructed in accordance with design drawings and specifications.
• Produce accurate as-built surveys and records.
• Assist with quality assurance inspections and documentation.
• Collaborate with Site Engineers, Senior Engineers, Sub Agents, and Project Managers to resolve technical issues.
• Check line and level of completed works to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings and communicate setting out requirements to site teams.
• Support subcontractors with setting out information and technical guidance.
• Monitor and report any design discrepancies or construction issues.
• Maintain survey equipment and ensure calibration records are up to date.
• Assist with progress reporting and programme updates.

Skills

Setting out

AutoCAD

Engineering drawings

QA procedures

Independent working

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Leica/Topcon/Trimble

GPS & digital engineering

Job description

Nicholas Associates is seeking an experienced Setting Out Engineer to join a major industrial development project in Pontefract. The role involves carrying out setting out duties across multiple fronts, ensuring works align with design drawings and specifications on a £10m civil package.

You'll produce as-built records, assist QA, and collaborate with Site Engineers and Project Managers. Proficiency with Leica/Topcon/Trimble and AutoCAD is required, along with a CSCS card and Civil Engineering