Site/Setting Out Engineer

First Recruitment Group
Tixall, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
3 months ago
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About the Role

We are looking to strengthen our Construction team with a Site Setting Out Engineer, based on site at Brancote STW (Stafford).

Reporting directly to the Site Manager, you will be responsible for providing accurate setting out and quality control services to ensure works are delivered safely, in line with specification, drawings, and current legislation, while maintaining clear and auditable site records.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with CDM Regulations and company safe working practices
Carry out setting out for all site works
Check site works for compliance with specifications and drawings
Agree site measurements and records with the client’s representatives
Maintain drawing files, drawing registers, and site filing systems
Liaise with the design team to ensure the latest information is used
Take off quantities from drawings for measurement and requisition purposes
Assist with preparation of construction completion documentation
Ensure works are completed to a high standard of quality and good working practice
Maintain all required quality records
Work with site teams to ensure compliance with legislation, company H&S policies, and procedures
Lead by example with safe site behaviours
About the Candidate

Essential

BTEC National or HNC in Civil Engineering / Construction (or equivalent)
Proven experience using levelling and surveying equipment (Total Stations, GPS, Robotics, Automatic Levels)
Proficient in AutoCAD
Desirable

First Aid at Work
SSSTS
CSCS Supervisor Card
EUSR SHEA Water
About the Client

The client is an established design and build provider operating in the water sector. They support multiple long-term water frameworks, delivering projects both as a sole contractor and through joint ventures and alliances

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