Setting Out Engineer

Overview

In this role you ensure civil works are set out accurately to design drawings and specifications, supporting project delivery with high quality and safety. You will work with GPS, total stations, and Trimble tools to translate designs into site reality across Scotland. You’ll identify and resolve discrepancies, maintain survey records, and mentor junior staff as needed. This is a hands-on position that combines technical precision with cross-functional teamwork to enable reliable construction outcomes.

Pay / Benefits

• vehicle
• benefits

Responsibilities

• Set out civil works accurately using GPS, total station, and surveying equipment
• Use Trimble hardware/software for setting out, surveying, and data management
• Interpret drawings, specs, and digital models for correct site implementation
• Carry out topographical, control, and as-built surveys
• Establish and maintain site control points, datums, and benchmarks
• Check and verify line, level, alignment for earthworks, drainage, roads, structures
• Coordinate setting-out with site management, subcontractors, and operatives
• Identify, report, and resolve design discrepancies and site issues
• Support quality assurance records, ITPs, and as-built documentation
• Maintain accurate site records and survey data
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and company procedures
• Support and mentor junior engineers or site staff when required
• Actively promote a positive health and safety culture on site
• Ensure setting-out activities comply with site safety requirements and risk assessments
• Adhere to environmental controls and sustainability objectives

Key requirements

• Experience as Setting Out Engineer on civil projects
• Proven experience with Trimble GPS, total stations, and Trimble software
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and specifications
• Good knowledge of setting-out methods and survey techniques
• Ability to work independently and manage workload
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Desirable: highways/earthworks/drainage/infrastructure experience
• Desirable: familiarity with digital engineering and BIM models
• CSCS card (relevant level)
• SMSTS or SSSTS

• strong communication
• teamwork
• problem-solving
• Trimble GPS
• Total station
• Trimble software

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