At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage setting out for exciting civil engineering projects.
- Company: Top UK contractor known for innovation and industry-leading projects.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, career progression, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a supportive environment with a focus on employee excellence.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the construction industry.
- Qualifications: 1-3 years of relevant experience and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ 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.
Due to continued expansion and an abundant pipeline of works, our client is looking to appoint individuals who will be responsible for leading and managing all setting out aspects of various projects. The position will provide support to the engineering, project and site management teams to enable accurate setting out, accurate quantities of materials and plant required, quality checking and control of sub-contractors and timely site mobilisation.
Typical Duties
- 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
About the Client
Our client is one of the UK's leading heavy civils, groundworks and ground engineering contractors, known for best‑class innovation and R&D technology, and for successfully delivering many of the industry’s most recognised projects. The company promotes partnership across projects and is committed to continual improvement, aiming to increase performance and provide a platform for employee excellence. Dedicated teams participate in comprehensive ongoing training programmes to adapt to 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. All applicants will be treated fairly and appointed solely on suitability for the role, irrespective of race, gender, age, disability, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, religion/belief or nationality.
Setting Out Engineer in Warrington 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
