Setting Out Engineer

Carmichael UK; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Setting Out Engineer for a major civil engineering project in the Didcot area. The role focuses on drainage, utilities and quality assurance with a long-term contract and immediate start.

You will set out and survey, maintain as-built records, read drawings, and manage ITPs while coordinating with subcontractors and clients to ensure compliance with project specs. A valid CSCS card and proficiency with Leica or Trimble equipment are required; UK-based

Qualifications

• Experience as Setting Out Engineer or Senior Engineer in civil engineering.
• Strong drainage and utility knowledge including pipelines and manholes.
• Proven quality assurance and record-keeping with ITPs.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specs.
• Valid CSCS Card.

Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying for drainage and civil works.
• Provide accurate line and level control across the project.
• Produce and maintain as-built records.
• Interpret drawings and technical specifications.
• Carry out quality inspections and QA checks.
• Manage ITPs and related documentation.
• Identify and resolve technical issues.
• Support site management with engineering expertise.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, designers and client reps.
• Ensure works meet project specs and programme.

Skills

Surveying

Quality assurance

ITPs

Reading drawings

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Leica equipment

Trimble equipment

Job description

Setting Out Engineer

• Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire
• Rate: £375 per day
• Contract: Outside IR35
• Immediate Start

We are currently seeking an experienced Setting Out Engineer to join a major civil engineering project in the Didcot area. This opportunity is ideally suited to an engineer with strong drainage, utilities and quality assurance experience who is looking for a long-term contract role with a leading civil engineering contractor.

Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying for drainage and associated civil engineering works
• Providing accurate line and level control across the project
• Producing and maintaining as-built records
• Interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Carrying out quality inspections and assurance checks
• Managing Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and associated documentation
• Identifying and resolving technical and construction-related issues
• Supporting site management teams with engineering expertise
• Coordinating with subcontractors, designers and client representatives
• Ensuring works are delivered in line with project specifications and programme requirements

Requirements

Essential

• Previous experience as a Setting Out Engineer, Site Engineer or Senior Engineer within civil engineering
• Strong background in drainage, including deep drainage, pipelines, manholes and associated infrastructure
• Proven quality assurance and quality control experience
• Experience completing ITPs and maintaining quality records
• Proficiency with Leica, Trimble or equivalent surveying equipment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Valid CSCS Card

Desirable

• Experience on highways, rail, utilities, water or major infrastructure projects
• Earthworks or utility diversion experience
• HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering

What's on Offer

• £375 per day
• Outside IR35
• Weekly payment
• Long-term contract opportunity
• Immediate start available
• Opportunity to work on a major infrastructure project