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Setting Out Site Engineer
- Posted 13 January 2025
- Salary £350 per day
- LocationDenbighshire
- Job type Temporary
- Sectors Infrastructure, Highways
- ReferenceBH-37771
- Contact NameJack O'Shea
Job description
Job Title: Setting Out Site Engineer – Freelance (Outside IR35)
Location: Portsmouth, UK
Duration: 6-12 Months
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled Setting Out Site Engineer to join our team on a major heavy civils project in Portsmouth. This freelance role is for a 6-12 month period and falls outside IR35. The successful candidate will have experience with bulk earthworks and drainage projects and a proven track record in delivering heavy civil engineering works.
Key Responsibilities
If you're interested please give me a call on 07398 619353 or send me a copy of your updated CV to jack.oshea@peoplegroup.com
Location: Portsmouth, UK
Duration: 6-12 Months
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled Setting Out Site Engineer to join our team on a major heavy civils project in Portsmouth. This freelance role is for a 6-12 month period and falls outside IR35. The successful candidate will have experience with bulk earthworks and drainage projects and a proven track record in delivering heavy civil engineering works.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out setting out duties for bulk earthworks and drainage systems.
- Work closely with the project team to ensure accuracy in alignment, levels, and dimensions.
- Conduct surveys and produce as-built drawings as required.
- Oversee the quality and compliance of all works with project specifications and industry standards.
- Ensure accurate interpretation and implementation of technical drawings and plans.
- Monitor and record site progress, identifying potential issues and proposing solutions.
- Collaborate with site management, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth project delivery.
- Maintain detailed site records, including daily diaries, QA documentation, and risk assessments.
- Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental policies on-site.
- Proven experience in setting out for bulk earthworks, drainage, and heavy civils projects.
- Competence in using surveying instruments such as total stations and GPS equipment.
- Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering principles and construction methodologies.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and related engineering software.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- CSCS card (required).
- SMSTS or SSSTS certification (preferred).
- Relevant professional memberships or accreditations (desirable).
If you're interested please give me a call on 07398 619353 or send me a copy of your updated CV to jack.oshea@peoplegroup.com
