Setting Out Engineer

Falcon Green; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Falcon Green is seeking an experienced Setting Out Engineer to join the construction team. You will provide accurate setting out and surveying services to ensure works follow drawings, specs and programme requirements.

Role requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail and collaboration with site management, subcontractors and design teams to maintain quality and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Proven setting out experience in construction.
• Strong understanding of drawings, levels and coordinates.
• Competent with surveying equipment and software.
• Ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out accurate setting out for structural elements and levels.
• Establish and maintain site control points and datums.
• Interpret construction drawings and technical specs.
• Operate total stations, GPS, and laser levels.
• Check dimensions and alignments against approved drawings.
• Undertake as-built surveys and record results.
• Collaborate with site team to resolve technical queries.
• Maintain records of surveys and ensure health and safety compliance.

Skills

Setting out engineering

Construction drawings

Surveying equipment

CAD knowledge

Communication

Problem solving

Independence

Teamwork

Education

Civil Engineering degree (or similar)

Surveying qualification

Tools

Total stations

GPS equipment

Laser levels

CAD software

Job description

Job Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Setting Out Engineer to join their construction team. The successful candidate is responsible for providing accurate setting out and surveying services, ensuring all construction activities are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with site management, subcontractors, and the wider project team to maintain quality, accuracy, and programme requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out accurate setting out for structural elements, walls, partitions, floor levels, and other construction works.
• Establish and maintain site control points, benchmarks, gridlines, and datums.
• Interpret and work from construction drawings, technical specifications, and coordinated design information.
• Operate surveying equipment, including total stations, GPS equipment, and laser levels.
• Check dimensions, levels, coordinates, and alignments to ensure compliance with approved drawings.
• Undertake as-built surveys and maintain accurate records of setting out activities.
• Identify and report discrepancies between drawings, site conditions, and installed works.
• Liaise with site managers, engineers, subcontractors, and design teams to resolve technical queries.
• Coordinate with the site team to ensure construction works are delivered accurately and in line with the project programme.
• Maintain clear and organised records of surveys, measurements, and technical information.
• Ensure all activities comply with health and safety procedures, quality standards, and project specifications.
• Provide technical support to the site team and assist in resolving setting out issues as required.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience working as a Setting Out Engineer within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, levels, coordinates, and dimensional control.
• Competent in the use of surveying equipment, including total stations and laser levels.
• Ability to interpret architectural, structural, and engineering drawings.
• Good knowledge of construction methods, site procedures, and quality control.
• Proficiency in relevant surveying software, with CAD knowledge desirable.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced construction environment.
• A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or Surveying is desirable