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Site Setting Out Engineer – Groundworks Contractor (Central Scotland)
📍 Based across Central Scotland | 🚘 Company Vehicle Provided | 💷 £45,000 – £55,000 DOE

We are a well-established and busy regional groundworks contractor with a strong pipeline of projects throughout Central Scotland. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a skilled Site Setting Out Engineer to join our dynamic team.

The Role

As a key member of our site team, you will be responsible for:



Setting out, surveying, and dimensional control for groundworks projects.

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Working closely with project managers and site teams to ensure accuracy.

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Maintaining quality, safety, and technical standards on site.

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Managing site records and liaising with clients, subcontractors, and colleagues.

About You

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Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer within civil engineering or groundworks.

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Proficient with GPS, robotic total stations, and AutoCAD.

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Strong communication skills and ability to work within a team.

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Full UK driving licence (company vehicle provided).

What’s on Offer

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Competitive salary of £45,000 – £55,000 (depending on experience).

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Company vehicle provided.

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Opportunity to work on varied and challenging groundworks projects across the region.

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Join a reputable contractor with long-term workload and progression opportunities.

If you’re an experienced Setting Out Engineer looking for your next opportunity in Central Scotland, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply now and become part of a growing contractor with an excellent reputation in the industry

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