Location: Chester, covering North West and North Wales Salary: 25,000 - 35,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 10 hours per day, 5 days per week Holiday Entitlement: 20 days holiday plus bank holidays Van & Fuel: Provided

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Setting Out Engineer to join a growing team. This role will involve site-based work, primarily around Chester, the North West, and North Wales. As a Setting Out Engineer, you will be responsible for setting out on-site works, ensuring accurate measurements, and liaising with project teams to ensure the smooth delivery of civil engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting Out: Perform accurate setting out of works in line with project specifications and drawings, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Surveying: Take and record survey data, verifying dimensions, elevations, and alignments as required.
• Survey Software: Proficiently use survey software (ideally LSS) for data analysis, calculations, and reporting.
• Construction Drawings: Be proficient at reading and interpreting construction drawings to ensure alignment with design specifications.
• Site Coordination: Work closely with site managers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure correct execution of works and resolve any issues that may arise on-site.
• Quality Control: Monitor and ensure the quality of work is in accordance with engineering standards and project specifications.
• AutoCAD: Basic understanding of AutoCAD LT for reviewing drawings and marking up changes or adjustments.
• Survey Equipment: Be proficient in using a total station for surveying and setting out to the required standards and tolerances.
• Health & Safety: Ensure that health and safety practices are adhered to on-site at all times.

Essential Qualifications & Requirements:

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• CSCS Card (valid and up to date).
• A minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Setting Out Engineer within the civil engineering sector.
• Proficiency in reading construction drawings and understanding engineering specifications.
• Proficient in using survey software (ideally LSS) for data analysis and reporting.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD LT for reviewing and marking up project drawings.
• Proficiency in using a total station for accurate surveying and setting out tasks.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with project teams and stakeholders.
• Full UK driving license (van provided for site travel).
• Willingness to travel across the North West and North Wales as required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary between 25,000 - 35,000 per annum, based on experience.
• 20 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays.
• Company van and fuel provided for site travel.
• Opportunities for career progression and development within a growing company.

How to Apply:

We are looking to fill this position ASAP, so early applications are encouraged.