Setting Out Engineer

Freelance Site Engineer – Civils / Utilities Location: Sudbury, Suffolk Rate: £350–£375 per day CIS OR LTD, depending on experience Duration: 12 months+ Start: ASAP ARC Group are working with a well-established civil…

Pay rate £340 – £360/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 5 October 2026

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Freelance Site Engineer – Civils / Utilities

Location: Sudbury, Suffolk
Rate: £350–£375 per day CIS OR LTD, depending on experience
Duration: 12 months+
Start: ASAP

ARC Group are working with a well-established civil engineering contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Site Engineer / Setting Out Engineer for a long-term infrastructure project in the Sudbury area.

The position offers genuine continuity of work, with an anticipated duration of at least 12 months, and would suit an Engineer with a strong background in civils, utilities, groundworks or infrastructure.

The works are predominantly centred around underground cable ducting and associated civils, including trenching, duct installation, earthworks and backfilling.

Reporting into the Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day engineering and setting-out requirements across your section of the works.

Key Responsibilities

Setting out duct routes, trenches, levels and associated civil engineering works

Providing engineering support throughout duct installation and backfilling

Checking line, level and position against drawings and specifications

Carrying out as-built surveys and maintaining accurate records

Completing QA documentation and engineering checks

Liaising with site management, supervisors and subcontractors

Supporting earthworks, drainage and associated civils activities where required

Ensuring works are delivered accurately and in accordance with the drawings and specification

What We’re Looking For

Previous experience working as a Site Engineer / Setting Out Engineer

Strong setting-out experience within civils, utilities, groundworks or infrastructure

Competent using Total Station and GPS equipment

Able to read and interpret engineering drawings confidently

Good understanding of QA, as-builts and engineering records

Valid CSCS card

Experience with Leica iCON would be beneficial, although Engineers experienced with Leica, Trimble, Topcon or similar equipment will be considered.

Survey equipment can be provided.

Why Consider It?

12 months+ anticipated work

Immediate start available

Two Engineers required

Long-term infrastructure package

Straightforward, hands-on engineering role

Rate flexibility for Engineers with particularly strong and relevant experience

If you are an experienced Site Engineer looking for a long-term freelance position in Suffolk, apply with an up-to-date CV or contact Andy Callow at ARC Group for further information.

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