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Time 4 Recruitment have an opportunity for a temporary Setting out Engineer located in Selly Oak for a well-established, main contractor in the UK. Our client specialises in key construction projects including new build and refurbishments of hotel and leisure, commercial, industrial, health and education.
As Setting out Engineer you will have experience working on a range of commercial contracts RC frame multi storey ideally student accommodation, high rise residential properties, hotels etc.). You should also have solid experience working in the construction industry especially on RC Frame developments.
As Setting out Engineer you will be required for an immedate start for up to 12 months work work for the right candidate. This project is a multi-story RC frame, 500 plus bedroom Student Accommodation with commercial Units.
To start Thursday 2nd October or Friday 3rd October 2025
Previous experience:

  • 5 years minimum setting out experience.
  • Able to use Leica TS16
  • Experience on commercial and RC frame projects – ideally hotels and student accommodation
  • You must have Main contract experience in contracts in excess of £25m.
  • You MUST be able to demonstrate a proven track record with previous employers confirming length of service and continuity of employment.
  • Able to use Leica and Robotic equipment.
  • SSSTS or SMSTS
  • CSCS
    Key responsibilities:
  • General Setting out to included: RC frame, groundworks Drainage, Manhole, bore hole chambers, Surface water, Pop ups, service trenches, boreholes, ground beams, Retaining walls, Sheet piles, capping beams, Slab and the relevant tests and As-Built, Transition roads and curbs .
  • Surveying and investigation works.
  • Report to Site Manager
  • Liaising with sub-contractors
  • Adhere to H & S Compliance throughout the Site.
  • Ensure quality of works meets the clients’ demands.
  • Within easy commute of Birmingham
    Benefits:
  • Temporary up to 12 monthswork could continue Long term for the right candidates.
  • Starting
  • Weekly Pay
  • Initially based on an hourly rate of between £250 to £270 per day
  • Location – Selly Oak
    To apply please forward your CV to Hazel Baron via this advert

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