Setting Out Engineer

Description:

Setting Out Engineer

Permanent

Location – Aylesbury

Salary- Negotiable, Dependent on Experience + Vehicle + Phone + Progression RICS Training

A brilliant opportunity has arisen at one of the most established providers of geospatial survey data in the UK. This business works with clients across the country and abroad, delivering precise, high-quality survey solutions across the full spectrum of property and construction. From topographical and utility surveys to measured building surveys and large-scale infrastructure monitoring, the team is trusted on some of the sector's most demanding projects. With a strong reputation for technical accuracy and a genuine investment in staff development.

Due to continued project demand, they are now looking for a Setting Out Engineer to join the team, working on the high-profile HS2 project. Working closely with surveyors and assistant surveyors, you'll be based on site delivering accurate setting out, levelling, and monitoring data, while liaising directly with clients and stakeholders throughout the project. Reporting into the wider project team, the successful Setting Out Engineer will play a key role in supporting the planning, execution, and delivery of survey work on this major infrastructure scheme.

Responsibility & Duties

* Carry out setting out, levelling, and site control establishment

* Produce as-built surveys, monitoring data, and cut/fill calculations

* Support surveyors and assistant surveyors throughout survey planning and delivery

* Liaise directly with clients and stakeholders while working on site

* Manage survey equipment and resources per company procedures

* Prepare safety-critical paperwork and uphold strong health and safety standards

* Mentor and train junior staff as an experienced Setting Out Engineer

* Work confidently under minimum supervision to meet tight deadlines

Experience & Qualification

* Minimum 5 years' industry experience, including 2 years setting out

* Strong working knowledge of Total Stations and AutoCAD software

* Proven experience in levelling, site control, and as-built surveys

* Comfortable working independently with excellent time management skills

* Full UK driving licence essential for this Setting Out Engineer role

* Adaptable, detail-focused, and confident undertaking varied technical tasks

* Strong communication skills for liaising with clients and stakeholders

If you are an experienced Setting Out Engineer and this role is of interest, please send your most up-to-date CV to the details below and get in touch straight away

pritesh @ .uk
(phone number removed)