Senior Setting-Out Engineer: Precision in Civil Builds

365 Recruit; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

365 Recruit is hiring an experienced Setting Out Engineer for a busy construction project in the UK. You will set out, survey, and support site teams to ensure works follow drawings and programme requirements.

The role requires proficiency with Total Station and GPS/GNSS, strong drawing interpretation, QA awareness, and CSCS card compliance. A Civil Engineering qualification and independent coordination are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Setting Out Engineer on construction or civil projects.
• Competent using Total Station and GPS/GNSS surveying equipment.
• Strong understanding of drawings, levels, coordinates and tolerances.
• Experience with AutoCAD and surveying software advantageous.
• Good knowledge of QA procedures and as-built documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify issues.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate with site team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out accurate setting out for foundations, drainage, roads, kerbs, utilities and structural works.
• Establish and maintain site control points, datums and benchmarks.
• Use Total Stations, GPS/GNSS and surveying equipment to complete setting-out activities.
• Interpret drawings, specifications and information.
• Check dimensions, levels, coordinates and tolerances.
• Undertake as-built surveys and maintain survey records.
• Provide technical support to site teams and subcontractors.
• Identify discrepancies between drawings and site conditions and raise queries.
• Liaise with Site Managers, Project Managers, designers and subcontractors.
• Assist with quality assurance, inspections and completion documentation.
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications and method statements.
• Maintain records of setting-out information and completed works.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with health & safety requirements.

Skills

Total Station

GPS/GNSS

QA procedures

AutoCAD

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

365 Recruit is hiring an experienced Setting Out Engineer for a busy construction project in the UK. You will set out, survey, and support site teams to ensure works follow drawings and programme requirements.

The role requires proficiency with Total Station and GPS/GNSS, strong drawing interpretation, QA awareness, and CSCS card compliance. A Civil Engineering qualification and independent coordination are essential.