Setting Out Site Engineer

TipTopJob; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GBP53 per hour Umbrella (Inside IR35)

7am to 5pm Monday to Friday

Start ASAP

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a skilled Setting Out Site Engineer to join the Construction Team on a major HS2 infrastructure project. The role focuses on precise setting out, surveying, quality control, and safety documentation to keep the programme on track.

You will lead on-site technical activities, coordinate with subcontractors, and ensure accurate interpretation of drawings and contract documents. Start asap for a fast-paced, high-impact assignment on a national project.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience in large-scale civil infrastructure projects, specifically structural RC works.
• Proficiency in setting out techniques (Level, EDM, GPS) and reading complex technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of contract documents and material scheduling.
• Must possess a current driving license and valid CSCS card.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site engineering control and implementation of structural works, including steel and concrete elements.
• Execute precise setting out and surveying using total station controllers.
• Monitor progress, analyze daily records, and manage subcontractor workflows.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality standards, inspection test plans, and safety documentation.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to resolve site constraints and maintain project timelines.

Skills

Setting out techniques

Surveying

Reading technical drawings

Contract documents understanding

Driving licence

CSCS card

Total station surveying

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Are you a skilled professional looking to make your mark on one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the UK? We are seeking a highly motivated Setting Out Site Engineer to join our clients dynamic Construction Team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise to a major infrastructure initiative, ensuring precision, safety, and excellence in every aspect of site development.

What will you be doing?

• Lead the site engineering control and implementation of structural works, including steel and concrete elements.
• Execute precise setting out and surveying using total station controllers.
• Monitor progress, analyze daily records, and manage subcontractor workflows.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality standards, inspection test plans, and safety documentation.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to resolve site constraints and maintain project timelines.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience in large:scale civil infrastructure projects, specifically structural RC works.
• Proficiency in setting out techniques (Level, EDM, GPS) and reading complex technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of contract documents and material scheduling.
• Must possess a current driving license and valid CSCS card.

This is a fast:paced, high:impact role on the HS2 project. The hiring process is moving extremely quickly, and we are looking for someone to start immediately. If you are diligent, passionate about high:quality engineering, and available to begin work this Monday, we want to hear from you today. Take the next step in your career and help us build the future of national infrastructure.

Overall Package

• GBP53 per hour Umbrella (Inside IR35)
• 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday
• Start ASAP

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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