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Contract

Site Engineer

Cavendish Professionals
Portsmouth
money-bag £280 - £300/day
Posted: 20 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 19 September 2026
Ref: 225518592

We are recruiting for a Setting Out Engineer to join a respected UK Groundworks, RC Frame & civil engineering contractor, working on an project in Portsmouth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Setting Out Engineer who is passionate about delivering projects to the highest standard while advancing their career.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Setting out for groundworks, drainage, & foundations.
  • Establishing and maintaining site control points and survey data.
  • Producing and maintaining accurate as-built surveys and records.
  • Interpreting and checking engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Carrying out QA/QC inspections and completing quality documentation.
  • Raising and managing RFIs where required.
  • Monitoring tolerances and ensuring works are delivered to specification.
  • Liaising with subcontractors, site managers and design teams.
  • Assisting with site planning and engineering problem solving.
  • Promoting and maintaining the highest standards of health and safety on site.

Criteria:

  • Previous experience working as a Setting Out Engineer for a Groundworks, RC Frame or Civil Engineering contractor.
  • Strong knowledge of foundations, drainage, external works and reinforced concrete structures.
  • Competent using Leica or Trimble surveying equipment (TS16)
  • Experience using AutoCAD and interpreting technical drawings.
  • Must have own Laptop with AutoCAD
  • Strong understanding of QA procedures, as-built surveys and site documentation.
  • CSCS Card (Essential).
  • SMSTS or SSSTS (Desirable).
  • Full UK Driving Licence.

Pay: -(Apply online only)per day (depending upon experience).

Hours: 07:30 - 17:00

If interested please get in touch with Gearoid on (phone number removed) for more information. Alternatively, you can click "Apply" to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of, gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

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