Setting Out Engineer

Cavendish Professionals; Newport Pagnell; On-site; GBP 51,660 - 57,195; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish Recruitment Professionals Ltd is seeking a Setting Out Engineer for a temporary 2-month project in Milton Keynes. You will set out for groundworks and RC frames, maintain survey data, and ensure works meet the drawings and QA requirements. Strong GIS/GPS equipment skills and AutoCAD experience are essential. Full UK driving licence required.

Role involves liaising with site managers, planning activities, and upholding high health and safety standards on site.

Qualifications

• Experience as Setting Out Engineer for Groundworks or Civil Engineering contractor.
• Strong knowledge of foundations, drainage and external works.
• Proficient with Leica or Trimble equipment and GPS.
• Experience using AutoCAD and interpreting technical drawings.
• Knowledge of QA procedures and as-built surveys.

Responsibilities

• Setting out for groundworks, drainage, foundations and RC frames.
• Maintain site control points and survey data.
• Produce and update as-built surveys and records.
• Interpret drawings and specifications.
• Conduct QA/QC inspections and document results.
• Raise RFIs as needed.
• Monitor tolerances and ensure work meets specs.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and design teams.
• Support site planning and engineering problem solving.
• Promote high health and safety standards on site.

Skills

Leica surveying

Trimble surveying

GPS

Tools

AutoCAD

Surveying equipment

Job description

We are recruiting for a Setting Out Engineer to join a respected UK Groundworks, RC Frame & civil engineering contractor, working on an project in Milton Keynes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Setting Out Engineer who is passionate about delivering projects to the highest standard while advancing their career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting out for groundworks, drainage, foundations, RC frames and associated infrastructure.
• Establishing and maintaining site control points and survey data.
• Producing and maintaining accurate as-built surveys and records.
• Interpreting and checking engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carrying out QA/QC inspections and completing quality documentation.
• Raising and managing RFIs where required.
• Monitoring tolerances and ensuring works are delivered to specification.
• Liaising with subcontractors, site managers and design teams.
• Assisting with site planning and engineering problem solving.
• Promoting and maintaining the highest standards of health and safety on site.

Criteria:

• Previous experience working as a Setting Out Engineer for a Groundworks, RC Frame or Civil Engineering contractor.
• Strong knowledge of foundations, drainage, external works and reinforced concrete structures.
• Competent using Leica or Trimble surveying equipment and GPS.
• Experience using AutoCAD and interpreting technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of QA procedures, as-built surveys and site documentation.
• CSCS Card (Essential).
• SMSTS or SSSTS (Desirable).

Full UK Driving Licence.

Pay: £280 - 310 per day (depending upon experience).

Duration: 2 months

Hours: 10 hour shifts (Monday - Friday currently).

Cavendish Recruitment Professionals Ltd is an equal opportunity employer.We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.