Job Description

Setting Out Engineer

Major Civil Engineering Project South Wales 18-Month Programme

320- 350 CIS Day Rate

Are you an experienced Setting Out Engineer looking for your next long-term contract on a major UK infrastructure project?

Elite Construction Talent is recruiting experienced Setting Out Engineers for a major civil engineering contractor delivering a flagship infrastructure package on a long-term project in South Wales.

This role is based in South Wales, approximately 20 minutes west of Bridgend and is looking to recruit experienced Setting Out Engineers to join the team for an anticipated 18-month programme.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a major project from the early stages, working alongside an experienced delivery team on complex civil engineering and groundworks packages.

The Role

You will play a key role in the successful delivery of major civil engineering works, ensuring all setting out activities are completed accurately, safely and in accordance with project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out accurate setting out for civil engineering and groundworks activities.
• Establish and maintain site control.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Produce and maintain accurate site records and as-built information.
• Carry out QA checks and dimensional control.
• Liaise closely with Site Engineers, Project Engineers and Site Management.
• Assist with technical queries and site problem solving.
• Ensure works are completed in accordance with project tolerances and quality standards.
• Promote a safe working environment at all times.

Experience Required

• Previous experience as a Setting Out Engineer on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in heavy groundworks, reinforced concrete, drainage and infrastructure works.
• Confident using Leica, Trimble or equivalent surveying equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience completing QA documentation and as-built records.
• Good communication skills with site teams and subcontractors.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering.
• CSCS Card.
• SMSTS or SSSTS (advantageous).
• Experience working on large infrastructure, industrial or energy projects.

What's on Offer

• Long-term 18-month programme.
• Major flagship civil engineering project.
• Competitive CIS day rate.
• Opportunity to work with an experienced project team.
• Immediate start available.

If you're an experienced Setting Out Engineer looking for your next long-term challenge, we'd like to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Elite Construction Talent for a confidential discussion.