Setting Out Engineer

Tower Staff Construction Ltd; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Lincoln-based civil engineering firm is seeking an experienced Site Setting Out Engineer to join their team. Responsibilities include executing precise setting out, ensuring accuracy in measurements, and collaborating with site teams. The ideal candidate will have strong mathematical skills and proficiency in industry-standard software like AutoCAD. Benefits include a pension scheme and 26 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Employee Assist Programme

Staff discount scheme

26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in setting out and associated preparatory works.
• Solid understanding of construction methods.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Execute precise setting out using total stations and GPS instruments.
• Prepare setting-out data.
• Interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Ensure accuracy in measurements and site operations.
• Collaborate with site teams.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Strong understanding of construction methods

Proficiency in operating setting-out equipment

Competence in software applications

Excellent problem solving skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive approach to problem solving

Tools

Total stations

GPS

Excel

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Due to continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our client’s talented team based at their head office in Lincoln. Our client is a privately owned business based in Lincoln with a reputation for delivering quality Civil Engineering projects within Lincolnshire and the surrounding areas, undertaking a range of interesting and diverse projects.

We are seeking an experienced Site Setting Out Engineer, responsible primarily for on-site civil engineering. The ideal candidate will possess strong mathematical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work independently whilst collaborating with construction teams.

This role requires practical experience in setting out and associated preparatory works, a solid understanding of construction methods and proficiency in industry standard software and equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of site measurements, coordinating with site managers and possessing a self-led, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Execute precise setting out using total stations and GPS instruments.
• Prepare setting-out data.
• Interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Ensure accuracy in measurements, levels and alignments across site operations.
• Collaborate with site teams, engineers and sub-contractors.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues, proposing effective solutions to maintain efficiency.
• Maintain high safety standards and adhere to site protocols.
• Utilise digital tools and software such as AutoCAD for accurate reporting and calculations.

Key Skills

• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials and civil engineering principles.
• Proficiency in operating setting-out equipment (Total stations, GPS, etc.).
• Competence in software applications such as Excel, AutoCAD, and other industry-related tools.
• Excellent problem solving skills with the ability to work individually and within a team.
• Strong communication and organisation skills.
• Proactive approach to problem solving.

Benefits

• Monday to Friday 7am to 5pm.
• Commercial vehicle.
• Inclusion in a pension scheme.
• EAP and staff perks.
• Employee Assist Programme / Staff discount scheme.
• 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.

How to apply

If you would like to apply for this position, please call Tower Staff Construction on (phone number removed) (office hours 9:00 to 5:00) or email us a copy of your CV. Tower Staff Construction LTD welcomes job applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We regret, however, that we are unable to offer employment to anyone without documented proof of their right to live and work in the UK.

We do have various other vacancies; if this is not the one for you please call the office to discuss your requirements.

Additional information

We have a range of opportunities and look forward to hearing from interested candidates.