Setting out Engineer
Location: Barnham, West Suffolk
Start Date: November 2026
Rate: £300-£450 per shift limited/umbrella
Shift Pattern: Days
Contract Type: Contract
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Setting out Engineer, working with Octavius Infrastructure, a leading Tier 1 contractor.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Site Engineer to join a major highways project.
We are particularly interested in engineers with a strong background in highways, earthworks and general civil engineering, who are confident with setting out and providing accurate engineering support to site teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out accurate surveying and setting out to enable the construction of the works in accordance with drawings and specifications.
- Provide clear, accurate and timely engineering and setting out information to site teams.
- Monitor and check that works are constructed to the correct positions, levels and specifications.
- Liaise closely with Site Managers, Supervisors and the wider development team to ensure engineering information is understood and implemented correctly.
- Carry out quality assurance checks in line with project and company QA procedures.
- Support the delivery of works safely and efficiently, ensuring activities are planned and completed in line with the programme.
- Maintain accurate engineering records, documentation and as-built information where required.
- Identify and communicate any engineering issues or discrepancies to the relevant site management team.
- Work collaboratively with subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
- Ensure all engineering activities are carried out in accordance with relevant health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
- Contribute to a positive and collaborative site culture, with safety and quality at the heart of delivery.
Key Skills & Experience
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- Previous experience working as a Site Engineer on highways/civils projects.
- Strong experience delivering earthworks and highways works.
- Good knowledge of setting out and surveying.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Experience carrying out QA checks and maintaining accurate site records.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with site teams, subcontractors and management.
- A proactive approach to identifying and resolving engineering issues.
- Relevant engineering qualifications or demonstrable site-based engineering experience.
- Appropriate CSCS card and relevant site qualifications.
If interested, apply now or contact Martha - +44 7759 129756
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