Setting Out Engineer

Setting Out Engineer - Wanted - Immediate Start! Midlands (Coventry) Based | Salary: DOE Contract, Full-Time Are you an experienced Setting Out Engineer? Regional Recruitment are recruiting for a Setting Out Engineer to…

Pay rate £40,000 – £50,000/year
Contract type Contract
Posted 7 October 2026

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Setting Out Engineer - Wanted - Immediate Start!

Midlands (Coventry) Based | Salary: DOE
Contract, Full-Time

Are you an experienced Setting Out Engineer?

Regional Recruitment are recruiting for a Setting Out Engineer to join a professional and growing construction company. This is a site based role requiring a reliable, technically minded individual with strong attention to detail. You will be responsible for setting out works accurately, interpreting construction drawings and specifications, and working closely with the site management team to ensure projects are delivered safely, accurately and to programme.

What's on Offer:

Supportive management and clear communication
The opportunity to work on a variety of construction projects
Long-term career opportunities with a reputable construction company

Qualifications

Essential:

Previous experience as a Setting Out Engineer within construction or civil engineering
Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications and technical information
Competent using surveying equipment such as Total Stations, GPS and laser levels
Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable:

HNC/HND or degree in Civil Engineering, Construction or Surveying
SSSTS or SMSTS
First Aid at Work
Experience using AutoCAD
Experience with GPS machine control and modern surveying technology

Roles & Responsibilities

Setting out works accurately in accordance with construction drawings and specifications
Carrying out dimensional checks and surveys on site
Using Total Station, GPS, laser levels and other surveying equipment
Establishing and maintaining site control points and benchmarks
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
Providing accurate levels, lines and coordinates to site teams
Working closely with Site Managers, Project Managers and subcontractors
Checking completed works against drawings and specifications
Identifying and reporting any discrepancies or issues
Maintaining accurate site records and setting out information
Assisting with surveying and measurement requirements throughout the project
Ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures
Supporting the wider site team with technical and engineering requirements
Undertaking any other ad-hoc duties as directed by the company
Requirements

As a Setting Out Engineer, you will also be expected to:

Complete all required site documentation accurately and efficiently
Maintain accurate setting out records and survey information
Communicate effectively with site management and subcontractors
Work to project programmes and agreed deadlines
Demonstrate excellent attention to detail
Be flexible and willing to travel to different project sites when required

Health, Safety & Compliance

All employees are required to:

Comply with all employment legislation and relevant codes of good practice
Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and associated legislation
Co-operate fully with the company and colleagues to ensure statutory and safety requirements are always met

About Regional Recruitment

This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors.

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