Site Engineer

Acorn-By-Synergie; Exeter; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Freelance Setting Out Engineer for a busy commercial construction project in Exeter. The role is on a live site, with a minimum three-month contract and potential for extension.

The position offers a full-time temporary contract on site with an hourly pay of GBP40–GBP42 (CIS). You will carry out setting out for groundworks, interpret drawings, and provide QA as-built records while supporting site teams and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer on commercial construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of site surveying and construction methods.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Own setting out kit/equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out for groundworks, foundations and structural elements.
• Interpret drawings and site plans accurately.
• Conduct surveys and checks to ensure works are delivered to specification.
• Provide technical support to site teams and subcontractors.
• Maintain QA records and as-built information.

Skills

Setting out

Site surveying

Independent worker

Time management

Tools

Total station

GPS

Job description

Salary: GBP40 - GBP42 per hour

Exeter | £40–£42 per hour (CIS) | Full-Time | Temporary | Minimum 3-Month Contract | Commercial Project

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Freelance Setting Out Engineer to join a busy commercial construction project in Exeter.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a live site with a well-established contractor and a strong pipeline of ongoing projects. The role is expected to run for a minimum of three months, with potential for extension.

What We Offer

• Full-time temporary contract.
• Minimum three-month contract.
• Potential for extension.
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile commercial construction project.
• Work with a well-established contractor.

Key Duties

• Carry out setting out for groundworks, foundations and structural elements.
• Interpret drawings and site plans accurately.
• Conduct surveys and checks to ensure works are delivered to specification.
• Provide technical support to site teams and subcontractors.
• Maintain QA records and as-built information.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer on commercial construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of site surveying and construction methods.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Own setting out kit/equipment, including total station, GPS, etc.
• Immediate availability preferred.