Site / Setting Out Engineer

Your new company You will be joining a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor delivering a substantial wastewater infrastructure and treatment project as part of a major regional programme. This scheme forms part…

Pay rate £400 – £450/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 30 September 2026

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£400 - £450 per day Umbrella PAYE

Your new company

You will be joining a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor delivering a substantial wastewater infrastructure and treatment project as part of a major regional programme. This scheme forms part of a wider investment into critical utilities infrastructure, offering long-term work on a technically complex site.Your new roleAs a Site/Setting Out Engineer, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of works on a live wastewater treatment project. You will be responsible for setting out, quality assurance and supporting the site team to deliver works safely, on time, and to specification.

Key responsibilities

Setting out for drainage, structures, ducting and associated civils works
Establishing and maintaining site control
Producing and maintaining accurate as-built records
Carrying out QA checks and completing ITPs
Interpreting drawings and ensuring works are completed to specification
Supporting the site management team with technical queries
Monitoring subcontractor works and ensuring quality standards are met
Maintaining daily site records and progress reporting
Ensuring health & safety compliance at all timesWhat you'll need to succeed

Proven experience as a Site or Setting Out Engineer on civil engineering or utilities projects
Strong background in wastewater, water or infrastructure schemes
Competent with surveying equipment (GPS, Leica/Trimble/Total Station)
Experience in drainage, pipework, and reinforced concrete structures
Understanding of QA processes and as-built documentation
Valid CSCS card (essential)
EUSR Water Hygiene (advantageous)What you need to do now

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