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Site Engineer

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ 280 - 320 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Newbury, West Berkshire

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Setting Out Engineer to join a major industrial construction development consisting of multiple new build industrial units with a combined project value of approximately £12m.

The scheme will involve the construction of six industrial buildings alongside associated infrastructure, external works, drainage, access roads, service installations, and reinforced concrete elements. Early phases of the project will include piling, foundations, and heavy groundwork packages, making this an excellent opportunity for an engineer with strong experience in these areas.

The Role

As Setting Out Engineer, you will take responsibility for all engineering and setting out duties across the project, ensuring works are delivered accurately, safely, and in line with programme requirements.

You will work closely with site management, subcontractors, and groundworks teams throughout the build, supporting the successful delivery of the scheme from groundworks through to structural phases.

Key Responsibilities

Setting out for piling, foundations, drainage, steel frame, and external works
Establishing and maintaining site control points
Interpreting technical drawings and coordinating with site teams
Monitoring tolerances and ensuring accuracy across all works
Producing as-built surveys and maintaining engineering records
Supporting QA procedures and inspections
Assisting with programme coordination and sequencing of works
Liaising with subcontractors and project management teams

Requirements

Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer on industrial, commercial, or large-scale construction projects
Strong background in piling, foundations, and heavy groundworks
Ability to manage engineering duties independently
Strong understanding of site health and safety and construction processes

Essential requirements include:

SMSTS
CSCS Card
First Aid at Work

Candidates with their own setting out equipment are highly desirable, although flexibility can be discussed.

What’s on Offer

Long-term opportunity on a £12m industrial development
Competitive day rate
Mid-May start
Opportunity to work on a technically challenging multi-unit scheme
Strong pipeline of future work for the right candidate

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