Structural Steel Site Engineer

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

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

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