Setting Out Engineer

Advertised by Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd

Location
Bridgwater, Somerset
Salary
£55,000 - £65,000 a year + Travel Allowance + Bonus
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Construction
Posted
29 October 2026
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Job description


Setting Out Engineer

Somerset

£55,000 - £65,000 + Travel Allowance + Pension + Holidays + Private Medical Insurance + Package + Technical Progression

Join an established main contractor delivering a major construction project in Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity for a Setting Out Engineer looking to take ownership of site engineering activities while developing their career on a technically challenging build.


Work closely with an experienced project team, supporting the accurate delivery of groundworks, foundations and structural packages. You'll join a business with a strong pipeline of work and opportunities to progress into senior engineering and project management positions.


Your Role as a Setting Out Engineer Will Include:

  • Carrying out setting out and surveying duties across groundworks, foundations and structural works.
  • Checking drawings, dimensions and levels to ensure works meet design specifications.
  • Working closely with site management and subcontractors to resolve technical queries.
  • Maintaining accurate survey records, as-built information and quality documentation.


As a Setting Out Engineer You Will Have:

  • Experience as a Setting Out Engineer or Site Engineer on construction projects.
  • Confidence using total stations, GPS equipment and levelling instruments.
  • The ability to interpret engineering drawings and coordinate with site teams.
  • A background in civil engineering or a related construction discipline.
  • The ability to commute to a site near Bridgwater.


Keywords: Setting Out Engineer, Site Engineer, Civil Engineer, Engineering Surveyor, Setting Out, Surveying, Total Station, GPS, Groundworks, Foundations, Structures, Main Contractor, Construction, Somerset, Bridgwater, Taunton, Burnham-on-Sea, Weston-super-Mare, Wellington, Street, Glastonbury, Langport, Yeovil.

Reference 225778552

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