Setting-Out Surveyor – Civil Construction (Inverness)

JP Engineering

Peterhead

On-site

GBP 33,000 - 55,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

JP Engineering is seeking a Land Surveyor / Setting Out Engineer for on-site work in the Inverness area. You will ensure foundations, drainage and structures are accurately set out to drawings and specifications, using Total Station and GPS on busy civil projects.

The role requires hands-on surveying, site control, and producing precise as-built records while maintaining safety and quality standards on site.

Qualifications

Demonstrable experience in land surveying and construction setting out.
Experience within civil engineering or construction environments.
Strong knowledge of surveying principles and site procedures.
Practical experience with GPS and Total Station equipment.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Carrying out setting out for foundations, drainage, structures, roads and earthworks.
Conducting site surveys and checking levels, coordinates and dimensions.
Operating Total Station, GPS and other surveying equipment.
Establishing and checking site control.
Working from construction and engineering drawings.
Producing as-built surveys and accurate site records.
Providing surveying support to Site Managers and Engineers.
Identifying and resolving setting-out or dimensional issues.
Maintaining high standards of accuracy, quality and site safety.