Setting Out Engineer

Carmichael UK; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK in the Didcot area is seeking an experienced Setting Out Engineer for a major civil project. The role offers a long-term contract with a £375 per day rate and an immediate start. Outside IR35 and weekly payments are included.

The successful engineer will have drainage and utilities experience, strong QA/QC skills, and be proficient with Leica or Trimble surveying equipment, reading drawings, and ITPs. An CSCS card is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Setting Out Engineer or Site Engineer in civil projects.
• Strong drainage and utilities background.
• Experience completing ITPs and quality records.
• Proficiency with Leica or Trimble surveying equipment.
• Valid CSCS Card.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying for drainage and associated civil works.
• Providing accurate line and level control across the project.
• Producing and maintaining as‑built records.
• Interpreting engineering drawings and specs.
• Carrying out quality inspections and assurance checks.
• Managing ITPs and related documentation.
• Identifying and resolving technical issues.
• Supporting site management with engineering expertise.
• Coordinating with subcontractors, designers and client representatives.

Skills

Setting out

Surveying

QA/QC

Reading drawings

CSCS Card

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