CSA Engineer

Clear.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear. is seeking a practical, accurate Setting Out Engineer to support the delivery of complex construction projects, including data centres, in the Netherlands. You will translate approved construction drawings, coordinated BIM information and survey data into precise positions, levels and alignments on site.

The role covers civil, structural and architectural works and interfaces with MEP systems. This hands-on role requires taking ownership of accuracy, on-site work, and proactively

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Geomatics, Land Surveying or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' setting-out or site engineering on large-scale projects.
• Experience operating robotic total stations and digital levelling equipment (Leica/Trimble/Topcon).
• Ability to interpret drawings and BIM information using AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks or similar.
• Strong understanding of tolerances, survey control, CSA/MEP interfaces.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Dutch or another European language is a plus.
• VCA-VOL certification or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain survey control points, benchmarks, gridlines and levels.
• Set out foundations, structural elements, slabs, walls, openings and penetrations.
• Operate robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS, digital levels and laser equipment to meet tolerances.
• Interpret construction drawings and BIM information for field implementation.
• Conduct setting-out checks and pre-pour inspections; verify anchor bolts and openings.
• Complete as-built surveys and report deviations or clashes.
• Coordinate with site teams and subcontractors on setting-out requirements.
• Maintain traceable survey records and quality documentation.
• Raise RFIs/technical queries to avoid unapproved design changes on site.
• Plan and perform all setting-out activities safely according to method statements.

Skills

English proficiency

On-site setting-out

CSA/MEP interface coordination

Education

Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Geomatics

Tools

Robotic total stations (Leica/Trimble/Topcon)

Digital levels / levelling equipment

AutoCAD / Revit / Navisworks

Job description

Setting Out Engineer | Data Center Construction | Netherlands (Site Based)

We are seeking a practical, accurate and highly motivated Setting Out Engineer to support the delivery of complex construction projects, including data centres, in the Netherlands.

Working under the guidance of senior project management, the successful candidate will translate approved construction drawings, coordinated BIM information and survey data into precise positions, levels and alignments on site.

The role covers civil, structural and architectural (CSA) works and their interfaces with mechanical and electrical systems. You will collaborate with project management, design, BIM, construction and quality teams, alongside specialist subcontractors, to ensure works are delivered accurately and efficiently.

This is a hands-on engineering role suited to someone who takes ownership of accuracy, enjoys working on site and proactively identifies discrepancies before they become construction issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish, verify and maintain project survey control points, benchmarks, gridlines, coordinates and levels in accordance with the approved survey strategy.
• Set out foundations, structural elements, slabs, walls, openings, penetrations, embedded items, equipment bases, external works and associated CSA and MEP interfaces.
• Operate robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, digital levels, laser equipment and approved survey software to achieve required tolerances.
• Interpret construction drawings, coordinated BIM models, specifications, survey information and approved-for-construction documentation.
• Conduct independent setting-out checks, including pre-pour inspections, anchor bolts, openings, penetrations and equipment-base verification.
• Complete as-built surveys, comparing installed works against approved documentation and reporting deviations, clashes or out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Coordinate with site teams and subcontractors to ensure setting-out requirements, reference information and tolerances are clearly understood.
• Maintain accurate and traceable survey records, field data, inspection evidence, calibration records and quality documentation.
• Raise RFIs and technical queries where information is unclear or inconsistent, ensuring no unapproved design changes are implemented on site.
• Plan and carry out all setting-out activities safely, adhering to approved method statements, risk assessments and project procedures.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Degree, higher technical diploma or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Geomatics, Land Surveying, Construction Engineering, Building Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years' hands-on setting-out or site engineering experience on large-scale or technically complex construction projects.
• Proven experience operating robotic total stations and digital levelling equipment, including Leica, Trimble, Topcon or equivalent systems.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and coordinated BIM information using AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of construction tolerances, survey control, concrete and structural works, builders' work and CSA/MEP interfaces.
• Excellent written and spoken English, with Dutch or another European language considered an advantage.
• VCA-VOL certification or willingness to obtain certification before or shortly after commencement.
• Previous experience on data centre, mission-critical, advanced manufacturing or similarly complex projects is highly desirable.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driving licence recognised in the Netherlands and Europe.
• Willingness to work full-time on site in Lelystad, Netherlands.
• Flexibility to travel occasionally to other European project locations if required.
• Legal right to work in the Netherlands.

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, with the confidence to stop and verify information when discrepancies arise.
• Ability to take ownership of assigned responsibilities from initial preparation through to verification and close-out.
• Confidence in identifying and challenging technical discrepancies, unsafe practices or non‑compliant work.
• Collaborative approach when working with project stakeholders, supervisors, trades and specialist subcontractors.
• Proactive attitude towards learning, problem-solving and improving site engineering processes.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced construction environment.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

The successful candidate will be expected to actively contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy working environment by complying with company policies, project safety requirements and applicable legislation.

This includes promoting a positive safety culture, identifying potential risks and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to protect the wellbeing of colleagues, subcontractors and project stakeholders.