Site Engineer

Buildforce Solutions Ltd; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Buildforce Solutions Ltd. is seeking an experienced Setting Out Site Engineer for a groundworks project in St Neots. The role covers earthworks and external works, with responsibilities including level surveys, drainage and road alignment, while maintaining precise site records.

Start date 01/09/2026, duration around 40 weeks, offering a solid long-term opportunity for the right engineer. CSCS card and relevant engineering qualifications are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Site / Setting Out Engineer.
• Strong earthworks and groundworks experience.
• Competent with setting out equipment such as Total Station and GPS.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Own equipment would be advantageous but not essential.
• Relevant engineering qualifications.
• CSCS card is required.

Responsibilities

• Setting out for earthworks and groundworks packages.
• Levels, drainage, foundations, roads, kerbs and external works.
• Carrying out surveys and maintaining site records.
• Working closely with site management and groundworks teams.
• Ensuring works are completed accurately and in line with drawings/specifications.

Skills

Setting out

Earthworks experience

Reading drawings

Site surveys

GPS

Education

Engineering qualifications

CSCS card

Tools

Total Station

Job description

Setting Out Site Engineer - St Neots

Groundworks / Earthworks | New Build Retail Park

Start: 1st September 2026 | Approx. 40 Weeks

We are looking for an experienced Setting Out Site Engineer to join a groundworks contractor on a new build retail park project in St Neots.

The position is due to start 1st September 2026 and is expected to run for approximately 40 weeks, offering a good long-term opportunity for the right engineer.

The Role:

• Setting out for earthworks and groundworks packages


• Levels, drainage, foundations, roads, kerbs and associated external works


• Carrying out surveys and maintaining accurate site records


• Working closely with the site management and groundworks teams


• Ensuring works are completed accurately and in line with drawings/specifications

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Site / Setting Out Engineer


• Strong earthworks and groundworks experience


• Competent using relevant setting out equipment, including Total Station and GPS


• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
  
• Own equipment would be advantageous but is not essential


• Relevant engineering qualifications


• CSCS required

Location: St Neots

Start Date: 01/09/2026

Duration: Approx. 40 weeks

Sector: Groundworks / New Build Retail