Site Engineer

Cavendish Professionals; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish Professionals is seeking a Setting Out Engineer for a Barnet-based project within a respected UK groundworks, RC frame and civil engineering contractor. The role focuses on setting out, QA, and coordination with design teams to maintain high standards.

The position involves establishing control points, producing accurate surveys, interpreting drawings, and liaising with subcontractors. Applicants should hold a full UK driving licence and prefer SMSTS/SSSTS accreditation.

Qualifications

• Experience as Setting Out Engineer for Groundworks, RC Frame or Civil Engineering contractor.
• Competence with Leica or Trimble surveying equipment and GPS.
• Experience with AutoCAD and reading technical drawings.
• Familiarity with QA procedures and site documentation.

Responsibilities

• Setting out for groundworks, drainage, foundations, RC frames and infrastructure.
• Maintaining site control points and survey data.
• Producing as-built surveys and records.
• Interpreting drawings and specifications.
• Carrying out QA/QC inspections and quality documentation.
• Raising and managing RFIs as required.
• Monitoring tolerances and ensuring compliance with specs.
• Liaising with subcontractors, site managers and design teams.
• Assisting with site planning and problem solving.
• Promoting health and safety on site.

Skills

Setting out

Leica/Trimble surveying

GPS surveying

AutoCAD

QA procedures

Site documentation

Full UK Driving Licence

SMSTS/SSSTS

Tools

Leica/Trimble 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 Barnet.

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.
• SMSTS or SSSTS (Desirable).
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Duration: 1 Year

Hours: 10 hour shifts (Monday – Friday)

Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of, gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.