Setting Out Engineer

Nicholas Associates; Bodicote; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Nicholas Associates is recruiting a Setting Out Engineer / Senior Site Engineer for a major HS2 bridge project in Banbury. You will set out and survey RC frames and other structures, working closely with site and engineering teams to deliver accurate, safe works.

The role requires proven setting out experience, ability to read drawings, and a strong background in reinforced concrete. The contract runs through January 2027 with a day rate between £300 and £400 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer, Site Engineer or Senior Site Engineer.
• Strong experience working on RC frame / reinforced concrete structures.
• Confident carrying out setting out as a significant part of the role.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of construction surveying and engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying structural and civil engineering works.
• Providing accurate engineering support to the site team.
• Working on reinforced concrete frames and structural elements.
• Checking dimensions, levels, coordinates and alignment.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carrying out quality checks and maintaining accurate site records.
• Liaising with the Site Manager, Project Engineer and wider engineering team.
• Supporting the delivery of works in accordance with programme, quality and safety requirements.
• Assisting with technical queries and resolving setting-out issues on site.

Skills

Setting out

RC frame / reinforced concrete

Surveying

Reading drawings

Team coordination

Education

Engineering qualifications or equivalent site experience

Job description

Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire

Project: HS2 Bridge Project

Contract: Contract position

Rate: £300-£400 per day, depending on experience

Duration: Until January 2027

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Setting Out Engineer / Senior Site Engineer to join a civil engineering and structures contractor working on a major HS2 bridge project in Banbury. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer with a strong background in reinforced concrete (RC) frames and structures, who is comfortable taking responsibility for setting out as a key part of their role. The successful candidate will work closely with the site and engineering teams to ensure works are delivered accurately, safely and in accordance with the project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying structural and civil engineering works.
• Providing accurate engineering support to the site team.
• Working on reinforced concrete frames and structural elements.
• Checking dimensions, levels, coordinates and alignment.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carrying out quality checks and maintaining accurate site records.
• Liaising with the Site Manager, Project Engineer and wider engineering team.
• Supporting the delivery of works in accordance with programme, quality and safety requirements.
• Assisting with technical queries and resolving setting-out issues on site.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer, Site Engineer or Senior Site Engineer.
• Strong experience working on RC frame / reinforced concrete structures.
• Confident carrying out setting out as a significant part of the role.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of construction surveying and engineering principles.
• Previous experience working on bridge projects would be highly desirable.
• Previous experience within major infrastructure projects is advantageous.
• Relevant engineering qualifications or equivalent site experience.

What's on Offer

• £300-£400 per day, depending on experience.
• Contract position running through to January 2027.
• Opportunity to work on a major HS2 bridge project.
• Long-term opportunity with an established civil engineering and structures contractor.
• Role based in Banbury.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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