Setting-Out Site Engineer – School Construction

NexVentur group; Athenry; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time position

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

NexVentur group is seeking an experienced Site Engineer/Setting-Out Engineer for a major school construction project in Athenry, Co. Galway.

You will work with the Project Manager and site team to ensure precise setting-out, quality control and timely progress on site. Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, maintaining control points, coordinating with subcontractors, and preparing as-built records while upholding health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience as Site Engineer or Setting-Out Engineer on construction projects.
• Proficient reading of drawings and specifications.
• Experience with surveying instruments (Total Stations, GPS, laser levels).
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements and building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out accurate setting-out of building works, foundations, structural elements, drainage, levels and infrastructure.
• Interpret drawings, specifications and technical information to coordinate works.
• Establish and maintain site control points, benchmarks and grid lines.
• Use surveying equipment including Total Stations, GPS and laser levels.
• Ensure works follow drawings, specifications and regulations; resolve technical discrepancies.

Skills

Setting-out duties

Surveying

Total Stations

GPS

AutoCAD

Education

Civil/Construction Engineering degree

Tools

Total Stations

GPS

AutoCAD

Job description

NexVentur group is seeking an experienced Site Engineer/Setting-Out Engineer for a major school construction project in Athenry, Co. Galway.

You will work with the Project Manager and site team to ensure precise setting-out, quality control and timely progress on site. Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, maintaining control points, coordinating with subcontractors, and preparing as-built records while upholding health and safety standards.