Setting Out Engineer

CC Head Office - Construction; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-profile projects

Collaborative team

Competitive salary

Job summary

Criterion Capital is seeking a skilled Setting Out Engineer to join our project team. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurate site setting out, surveying works, and ensuring construction activities are aligned with approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.

3–5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Surveying or Civil Engineering are required. Proficiency with total stations and level machines, and a strong eye for detail, are essential for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of setting out and surveying on construction projects.
• Proficient with total stations and level machines.
• Ability to calculate coordinates, levels and produce survey reports.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out and surveying works for buildings and infrastructure.
• Use total stations, level machines and surveying instruments accurately.
• Prepare survey reports and as-built data.
• Interpret and work with construction drawings and design plans.
• Coordinate with site engineers and subcontractors to resolve setting out issues.

Skills

Setting out

Surveying

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Surveying or Civil Engineering

Tools

Total stations

Level machines

Job description

Criterion Capital is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Setting Out Engineer to join our project team. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurate site setting out, surveying works, and ensuring construction activities are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out and surveying works for buildings, infrastructure, and related construction activities.
• Use total stations, level machines, and other surveying instruments accurately and efficiently.
• Calculate coordinates, levels, and dimensions required for site execution.
• Prepare and generate computer-based survey reports and as-built data.
• Conduct site mark-ups and ensure correct alignment, positioning, and elevations of works.
• Interpret and work closely with construction drawings, shop drawings, and design plans.
• Coordinate with site engineers, project managers, and subcontractors to resolve setting out issues.
• Ensure surveying activities comply with project specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in setting out and surveying works within construction projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficient in operating different types of total stations and level machines.
• Strong ability to calculate coordinates and produce accurate survey reports.
• Proven experience in site mark-ups and setting out works.
• Good understanding of construction drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work under site conditions.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-quality projects with a reputable developer.
• Professional and collaborative work environment.
• Competitive salary package based on experience and qualifications.

Compensation: Competitive salary