Setting Out Engineer – Highways and Infrastructure Full Time

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We are seeking a skilled Setting Out Engineer to support the delivery of transportation infrastructure project in Bristol. You will be responsible for accurate setting out, surveying, and technical coordination, ensuring all works are delivered to specification, programme, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date construction drawings, registers, and site documentation
• Carry out pre-start site surveys, control surveys, and level surveys
• Set out all elements of infrastructure works, ensuring accurate control of line, level, and position
• Support delivery of highways, roads, drainage, and associated utility works
• Verify site layouts in accordance with design drawings, specifications, and boundary constraints
• Identify and resolve setting out issues, raising and tracking RFIs and technical queries
• Undertake site QA processes, including use of digital systems (e.g. FieldView/FlowForma) and implementation of Inspection Test Plans (ITPs)
• Assist with material take-offs and support procurement of infrastructure materials
• Maintain accurate as-built records and survey data
• Operate surveying equipment including Leica EDM (TS06 / TS12 / TS16) and utilise CAD software
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and health & safety requirements
• Complete company IT systems induction and training within the first 1–3 months

Requirements

• Section 278 works experience is Essential
• CSCS Engineering / Surveying card or equivalent qualification
• Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer within transportation infrastructure, highways, or civil engineering projects
• Proficient in Leica EDM total station equipment and surveying techniques
• Good understanding of highways, drainage, and external works setting xlqdzyr out
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively alongside site teams and subcontractors
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable

• Experience working in live or traffic-sensitive environments
• Basic CAD knowledge and experience with digital QA systems
• Eagerness to develop and progress within the business

What We Offer

• Ongoing pipeline of transportation infrastructure and highways projects
• Opportunities for progression into Senior Engineer roles
• Access to further training, development, and industry-recognised certifications