Setting Out Engineer
Red Sky Personnel Ltd
Setting Out Engineer
Location: Guildford, Surrey
Start: ASAP
Rate: £280–£290 per day
Sector: Water / Civils / Groundworks
Contract: Ongoing
Red Sky Personnel is currently recruiting an experienced Setting Out Engineer to join a live infrastructure project in Guildford.
This role requires someone with a strong groundworks background who is confident setting out works, managing site activities and providing clear direction to trades and operatives.
Alongside the engineering responsibilities, you will support the Project Manager with quality, site coordination and operational requirements. This could be a great opportunity for an experienced Setting Out Engineer looking to take the next step towards a Project Engineer position.
The Role
- Setting out groundworks and civil engineering works on site
- Ensuring works are completed accurately in accordance with drawings and specifications
- Working closely with the Project Manager and site teams
- Managing and coordinating trades and operatives on site
- Providing clear instructions and direction to site personnel
- Supporting the quality assurance and quality control of works
- Carrying out site checks and ensuring works meet required standards
- Assisting the Project Manager with day-to-day operational requirements
- Identifying and resolving engineering/site issues
- Ensuring works are delivered safely and in line with programme requirements
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Setting Out Engineer / Site Engineer
- Strong groundworks experience is essential
- Previous civils/infrastructure experience
- Confident setting out and interpreting engineering drawings
- Experience managing and directing trades and site operatives
- Good understanding of site quality requirements
- Able to work independently and take responsibility for site activities
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Available for an immediate start
- Previous water / utilities experience would be advantageous
- Thames Water requirements can be arranged, so candidates do not need to already hold a Thames Water Passport
If interested, please apply now!
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