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Site Engineer; Groundworks​/Setting Out

Job in City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh Area, EH1, Scotland, UK
Listing for: Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-18
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Site Manager
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering, Site Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 45000 - 55000 GBP Yearly GBP 45000.00 55000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Site Engineer (Groundworks/Setting Out)
Location: City of Edinburgh

£45,000 - £55,000 + Progression + Bonus + Personal Vehicle + Health Care + Days Based + Annual Bonus

Are you a Setting Out Engineer looking to join one of Scotland's leading civil engineering and groundworks services offering a personal vehicle, fantastic in-house progression, a generous pension scheme, health care insurance and annual bonus to boost your income?

These well-established groundworks company is one of Scotland's largest privately owned construction businesses, delivering high-quality services to many of the country's leading housing developers. They are looking to expand their family‑run team and are now seeking an experienced Setting Out Engineer to join their operations.

This role will see you responsible for setting out and surveying on residential groundwork projects. You will work closely with site managers and project teams to maintain high standards of quality and safety. The position is primarily site-based (70%), where you will carry out measurements and calculations to ensure works are constructed correctly. The remaining 30% will be office-based, completing relevant documentation and survey records.

This dynamic role would suit a Setting Out Engineer or similar looking to join one of Scotland's leading Civil Engineer services who pride themselves on enabling employee success.

The Role:
  • Setting out for foundations, roads, drainage, and housing plots
  • Interpreting technical drawings and site plans
  • Liaising with site teams and subcontractors
  • In house Progression to management roles
  • 70% Site visits (Personal Car included), 30% Office Work
  • Generous Pension Scheme (10%) and Health Care
The Person :
  • Happy to commute to main office (Livingston) and sites (Central Band)

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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