Turner Lovell
Civil Resident Setting Out Engineer
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Civil Resident Setting Out Engineer
Location: UK – Multiple Locations
Industry: HV Transmission & Distribution
Scope of Work
An exciting opportunity for a Civil Resident Setting Out Engineer to join a busy Electrical Transmission team in delivering key substation projects across the UK, working with clients like National Grid and SSE.
Are you an experienced civil site engineer with experience in delivering substation projects?
Have you ambitions to work with a market-leader on significant, large-scale projects?
Turner Lovell is currently recruiting for a Civil Resident Setting Out Engineer to join a leading grid connection contractor. You will play a crucial role in supporting the Civil Site Manager, making sure everything on site runs smoothly, safely, and on time. You will be hands-on with planning, design, and construction, helping keep things on track and up to standard.
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Role Responsibilities
- Set out civil works: RC foundations, drainage, ducting, earthworks, roads, fencing
- Support site and project managers in meeting key design and build milestones
- Review and advise on Temporary Works; assist TWC/TWS throughout project lifecycle
- Prepare handover documents, H&S files, and inspection plans
- Resolve on-site design issues and manage change control (TQs/RFIs)
- Coordinate as-built drawings and ensure timely client submission
- Attend design/coordination meetings and support tender planning
Ideal Profile
- 3+ years’ experience in surveying/setting out
- Civil Engineering degree or equivalent
- Experience in electrical transmission/distribution preferred
- CSCS card and full UK driving license required
- Familiar with NG Transmission Procedures and BS5975 Temporary Works
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Confident with Microsoft Office, databases, and CAD
- Good understanding of technical specifications and supplier requirements
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If you are considering what your next role could look like within Transmission, and have a passion for playing a leading role in delivering landmark electrical infrastructure projects, please apply and get in touch with Mark Canning via the link provided for more information.
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