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Salary: £300 - £400 per day + based on experience/ own kit
Type: Full Time
Region: UK - West Midlands
Town/City: Wolverhampton, West Midlands
Posted: 14/07/2026
Reference: Setting Out Engineer_1784046582
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Freelance Setting Out Engineer
Wolverhampton | £300-£400 per day | 6-7 Month Contract
I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Freelance Setting Out Engineer to join a major regeneration project in Wolverhampton.
This flagship development will deliver 331 high-quality homes, extensive landscaped public spaces, and 20,000 sq ft of retail and commercial space, making it one of the region's most significant regeneration schemes.
Contract Details
- Location: Wolverhampton
- Duration: 6-7 months
- Rate: £300-£400 per day, depending on experience and whether you provide your own setting out equipment.
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The Role
Working as part of the site engineering team, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate setting out across a large residential and infrastructure package, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Setting out for roads, drainage, foundations, groundworks and residential units.
- Carrying out site surveys and producing accurate setting out data.
- Ensuring all work is delivered in accordance with project drawings and specifications.
- Maintaining accurate records and as-built information.
- Liaising with the Site Manager, Senior Engineer and subcontractors to coordinate daily activities.
- Identifying and resolving engineering issues on site.
- Promoting high standards of health, safety and quality throughout the project.
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Requirements
To be considered, you'll ideally have:
- Previous experience as a Setting Out Engineer on residential, groundworks or major civil engineering projects.
- A valid CSCS card.
- Experience using Leica, Trimble or equivalent surveying equipment.
- Your own setting out equipment is desirable and will be reflected in the day rate.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently on a busy construction site.
This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term freelance contract on a high-profile regeneration project with a well-established contractor.
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