Setting out engineer

Setting out Engineer

Location: Barnham, West Suffolk
Start Date: November 2026
Rate: £300-£450 per shift limited/umbrella
Shift Pattern: Days
Contract Type: Contract

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Setting out Engineer, working with Octavius Infrastructure, a leading Tier 1 contractor.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Site Engineer to join a major highways project.

We are particularly interested in engineers with a strong background in highways, earthworks and general civil engineering, who are confident with setting out and providing accurate engineering support to site teams.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out accurate surveying and setting out to enable the construction of the works in accordance with drawings and specifications.
* Provide clear, accurate and timely engineering and setting out information to site teams.
* Monitor and check that works are constructed to the correct positions, levels and specifications.
* Liaise closely with Site Managers, Supervisors and the wider development team to ensure engineering information is understood and implemented correctly.
* Carry out quality assurance checks in line with project and company QA procedures.
* Support the delivery of works safely and efficiently, ensuring activities are planned and completed in line with the programme.
* Maintain accurate engineering records, documentation and as-built information where required.
* Identify and communicate any engineering issues or discrepancies to the relevant site management team.
* Work collaboratively with subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
* Ensure all engineering activities are carried out in accordance with relevant health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
* Contribute to a positive and collaborative site culture, with safety and quality at the heart of delivery.

Key Skills & Experience

The successful candidate will ideally have:

* Previous experience working as a Site Engineer on highways/civils projects.
* Strong experience delivering earthworks and highways works.
* Good knowledge of setting out and surveying.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
* Experience carrying out QA checks and maintaining accurate site records.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with site teams, subcontractors and management.
* A proactive approach to identifying and resolving engineering issues.
* Relevant engineering qualifications or demonstrable site-based engineering experience.
* Appropriate CSCS card and relevant site qualifications.

If interested, apply now or contact Martha - [email removed] [phone removed]