At a Glance
- Tasks: Verify survey data, calculate measurements, and prepare accurate reports for setting out projects.
- Company: Leading UK contractor known for innovation in civil engineering and groundworks.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, career progression, and comprehensive training programmes.
- Other info: Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel essential.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on industry-recognised projects with real impact.
- Qualifications: 1-3 years of setting out experience and relevant certifications required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
This challenging and exciting opportunity requires an individual with a good level of qualification, coupled with at least 1-3 years of relevant setting out experience from the civil engineering, construction, infrastructure or groundworks sectors. Attendance on site is required, so a full UK driving licence, all required certifications (CSCS etc) and the willingness to travel is essential.
Responsibilities
- Verify the accuracy of survey data including measurements and calculations on site
- Calculate heights, depths, relative positions, lines, and other characteristics of terrain to produce accurate volumetric information
- Prepare or supervise preparation of all data, charts, plots, maps, records and documents related to setting out
- Take measurements and accumulate data to determine levels, positions and elevations
- Determine longitudes and latitudes of important features and boundaries in areas using instruments such as Leica, LSS, Total Station, theodolites, transits, levels and GPS systems
- Liaise and coordinate with the engineering and project teams, and any other stakeholders
- Establish fixed points using appropriate equipment and instruments
- Plan and conduct setting out designed to establish baselines, elevations and other measurements
- Analyse data and specifications to prepare necessary reports which enable accurate setting out, accurate quantities of materials and plant required, and timely site mobilisation
Qualifications
- Good level of qualification and at least 1-3 years of relevant setting out experience from civil engineering, construction, infrastructure or groundworks sectors
- Full UK driving licence
- Required certifications (CSCS, etc)
- Willingness to travel
About the Client
Our client is a leading UK heavy civils, groundworks and ground engineering contractor with a reputation for innovation and R&D technology. They deliver many of the industry’s most recognised projects and provide comprehensive training programmes to keep teams equipped for changing industry needs.
Remuneration and Benefits
A highly attractive remuneration package is on offer, coupled with career progression, challenging variety, security and longevity of work.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to equal opportunities and ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and appointed solely on their suitability for the post irrespective of race, gender, age, disability, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, religion/belief or nationality.
Setting Out Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: American Society of Civil Engineers
Join a dynamic leader in BMS control systems in Greater Belfast, where you will thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With an attractive salary package, including a company car and pension plan, you will have the opportunity to manage exciting projects while building strong client relationships in a collaborative environment that values innovation and teamwork.
Contact Details:
American Society of Civil Engineers Recruitment Team
