Setting Out Engineer

Setting Out Engineer (Groundworks & Externals)

Location:

Suffolk

Rate: £300 - £350 per day

Duration:
Approximately 12 months

Start Date:

ASAP

Equipment:
Provided on site

We are currently seeking an experienced Setting Out Engineer to join a long‑term project in Suffolk. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a strong background in groundworks and external works to join a busy site team on a 12‑month contract. Working closely with the site management team, you will be responsible for setting out and supporting the delivery of groundworks and external infrastructure packages to programme and specification.

• Setting out for groundworks and external works packages.
• Checking line and level requirements.
• Carrying out site surveys and measurements.
• Producing and maintaining accurate records.
• Ensuring works are completed in line with design drawings and specifications.
• Liaising with site management, subcontractors, and operatives.
• Assisting with quality assurance and as‑built information.

• Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer.
• Strong background in groundworks, drainage, roads, foundations, kerbing, hard landscaping, and external works.
• Competent using surveying equipment and setting out instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• CSCS card required.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Right to work in the UK.

• £300 - £350 per day via cis Payroll.
• Approximately 12‑month contract.
• Long‑term project with immediate start.
• Site equipment provided.
• ASAP start available.

If you are an experienced Setting Out Engineer with a solid groundworks and externals background and are available to start immediately, we'd like to hear from you. Send your CV today for immediate consideration.