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Contract

Setting Out Engineer

First Recruitment Group
Fleetwood
money-bag Negotiable
Posted: 17 June 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 17 July 2026
Ref: 225259595

IR35: Outside

Our Client has a requirement for a Setting Out Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Thornton-Cleveleys.

Role Purpose:

Working from the client''s Head Office and local project site, the Setting Out Engineer will be responsible for ensuring construction and engineering works are accurately set out and delivered in accordance with project specifications, drawings, quality standards, and programme requirements. The role will involve close collaboration with site management teams, engineers, and subcontractors to support the successful delivery of works.

Job Role Responsibilities:

  • Carry out setting out, surveying, and dimensional control activities in accordance with drawings, specifications, and project programmes.
  • Establish and maintain survey control points and site datums.
  • Check line, level, and alignment of structures and groundworks.
  • Interpret and review engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Communicate design changes, discrepancies, and technical issues to site teams.
  • Coordinate activities with site managers, engineers, and subcontractors.
  • Ensure quality assurance requirements are met and maintain accurate as-built records.
  • Support health, safety, and environmental compliance on site.
  • Ensure all activities are delivered in accordance with company procedures and policies.
  • Monitor site conditions, including movement, vibration, and environmental factors where required.
  • Maintain and regularly check the calibration of surveying equipment.
  • Keep accurate records of site activities, quality inspections, QA documentation, and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
  • Raise technical queries and identify potential programme or sequencing issues.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer on UK onshore construction or civil process engineering projects.
  • Strong working knowledge of surveying equipment, including Total Stations and GPS systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Good understanding of construction methods, tolerances, and quality standards.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Valid CSCS Card (essential).
  • Relevant engineering qualification or equivalent practical experience.

Company Information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.

We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Setting Out Engineer looking for new employment.

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