Structural Steel Site Engineer

Description:

We are seeking an experienced Structural Steel Site Engineer to join a major structural steel project in London. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate setting out of structural steelwork, verification of installed works, and production of high-quality as-built survey information throughout the construction programme.
The role requires a proactive engineer with excellent surveying skills, a strong understanding of structural steel construction, and the ability to work independently while coordinating closely with site management, steel erection teams, and the client.

Key Responsibilities

Setting Out

Carry out precise setting out for all structural steel elements including:
Anchor bolts
Base plates
Steel columns
Primary and secondary beams
Bracing systems
Edge protection and temporary works interfaces
Establish and maintain primary and secondary control networks.
Verify gridlines, levels and coordinates before steel erection.
Carry out dimensional checks against approved construction drawings and BIM models.
Ensure all works are completed within specified tolerances.

Surveying & As-Built Information

Perform as-built surveys of completed structural steel installations.
Produce accurate as-built coordinate data and survey reports.
Verify installed steelwork against design models and drawings.
Identify and report any deviations from design tolerances.
Support quality assurance documentation and handover records.

Quality Assurance

Complete inspection records and survey documentation.
Ensure all survey data is traceable and accurately recorded.
Maintain calibration records for surveying equipment.
Assist with NCR investigations and corrective actions where required.
Support project quality procedures and client inspections.

Coordination

Liaise with:
Project Managers
Site Managers
Steel Erection Supervisors
Temporary Works Coordinators
Principal Contractor
Design Engineers
Survey Teams
Attend coordination meetings as required.
Assist with planning and sequencing of steel erection activities.

Health & Safety

Work in accordance with company Health & Safety procedures.
Carry out work in compliance with RAMS.
Participate in site safety briefings and toolbox talks.
Ensure safe use of survey equipment around lifting operations.
Promote a positive safety culture at all times.

Essential Requirements

Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering, Surveying or related discipline.
Minimum 5 years' experience setting out structural steel projects.
Experience on major commercial, high-rise or infrastructure projects.
Competent using Leica or Trimble Total Stations.
Experience using:
Leica Captivate
Trimble Access
AutoCAD
LSS
Excel
Ability to read structural steel fabrication drawings and general arrangement drawings.
Strong understanding of steel erection tolerances.
CSCS Card (Engineering or Professionally Qualified).
SMSTS or SSSTS (desirable).
Full UK driving licence (preferred).

Desirable Experience

BIM coordination.
Point cloud surveys.
Robotic Total Stations.
GNSS/GPS surveying.
Laser scanning.
Temporary works coordination.
Experience working to National Structural Steelwork Specification (NSSS) requirements.

Personal Attributes

Excellent attention to detail.
Strong organisational skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Effective communicator.
Problem-solving mindset.
Professional and client-focused approach.
Able to work under programme pressures while maintaining accuracy.

Equipment (Required)

The engineer may be required to provide and maintain their own calibrated surveying equipment including:

Leica or Trimble Robotic Total Station
Survey controller/data collector
Tripods and prisms
Calibration certificates
Survey software licences

Working Hours: 07:30am - 17:30pm