At a Glance
- Tasks: Set out structural elements and ensure accuracy in construction projects.
- Company: Leading structures business in the UK with exciting long-term projects.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, self-employed flexibility, and a chance to grow your career.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Join a major £100m residential project and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: 4+ years experience and a degree in Civil Engineering or similar.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
My client is a leading structures business in the UK and are working on a major residential project in Battersea.
I am looking for a Setting Out Engineer to join their team on a long term basis.
My client will pay you as a self employed individual but they are looking for someone to make a career move and not for a few weeks work.
The Project
£100m + Major Residential Project with multiple phases over many years, public realm, parking and commercial space.
- Set out all structural elements including foundations, slabs, columns, walls, cores, and temporary works.
- Interpret, check, and verify construction drawings, ensuring accuracy before works begin.
- Establish and maintain control points, benchmarks, and site grids throughout the project.
- Carry out as‑built surveys and produce accurate records for QA and client handover.
- Coordinate with site management, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure works meet required tolerances.
- Monitor progress against design information, flagging discrepancies early.
- Support quality assurance processes, ensuring works are built correctly first time.
- Maintain daily setting‑out logs, inspection sheets, and survey data.
- Assist with planning and sequencing of reinforced concrete operations.
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, temporary works requirements, and industry standards.
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years experience
- Degree Qualified in Civil Engineering or Similar
- Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer/Site Engineer
- Must have worked for a big player in the Concrete/RC Frame Sector.
My client will pay £27-£30ph and operate on a 55 hour working week. They will pay you directly as a self employed worker
Setting Out Engineer in Battersea employer: Arcona Group Ltd
As a leading main contractor in the UK, our client offers an exceptional work environment for Project Managers, characterised by a commitment to professional growth and a strong emphasis on health and safety. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive packages including car allowances and healthcare, and the opportunity to lead significant projects that shape the commercial landscape. The collaborative culture fosters teamwork and innovation, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in construction management.
