Setting Out Engineer
Position: Setting Out Engineer
Location: Leiston
Project: Major Infrastructure
Hours: 7AM to 5PM
Duration: Long Term Work
Salary or Pay Rate: £NEG
Foundation Personnel are currently looking on behalf of a Tier 1 Contractor for the following to join the Sizewell C project. An Experienced Setting Out Engineer to join a well-established UK construction and civil engineering firm delivering major infrastructure and complex construction projects across the UK and Ireland. Our client has a strong reputation for quality, safety, sustainability and innovation, working across sectors including commercial, industrial, civil engineering and high-specification building delivery.
The Opportunity
As a Setting Out Engineer, you will play a key technical role within our project delivery teams, ensuring accurate setting out and alignment of works in accordance with design and programme requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to work on flagship projects, including major energy and infrastructure schemes.
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct setting out for structural, civil and MEP works across site operations
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Interpret drawings and coordinate setting out points with site teams
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Use and maintain survey instruments to deliver accurate results
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Work closely with Site Engineers, Project Surveyors, Contractors and Designers
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Record and report progress, deviations and as-built information efficiently
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Ensure all activities adhere to the highest standards of safety and quality
What We’re Looking For
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Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer on large civil/infrastructure projects
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Valid Sizewell C site induction certificate (mandatory)
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In-depth experience with EDN and Trimble equipment (company will supply equipment, but candidates owning their own kit will have an advantage)
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Strong understanding of construction methodologies and tolerances
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Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
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Hold your own mobile phone and laptop for field reporting and communication
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to undergo a drug and alcohol test at induction, carried out by our end client, as part of their health and safety procedures
Candidates must be able to provide x2 Working References.
The vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Foundation Personnel who are acting as a recruitment or employment business.

