Tru7 Group
SITE ENGINEER/SETTING OUT ENGINEER
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Job Description
Due to continued growth and an increasing workload across our civil engineering, earthworks and demolition operations, Tru7 is looking to build our network of experienced Site Engineers / Setting Out Engineers.
We are interested in speaking with engineers looking for both short-term and long-term opportunities, with a range of PAYE, CIS and day-rate options available depending on experience, project requirements and availability.
As a Site Engineer / Setting Out Engineer, you will play an important role in delivering projects safely, accurately and efficiently, with responsibility for surveying, setting out and supporting the delivery of groundworks, concrete bases, drainage, ducting, earthworks and general civil engineering works.
Key Requirements
- Undertake surveying and setting out duties across civil engineering and earthworks projects.
- Set out drainage, ducting, groundworks, concrete bases and general civils.
- Work from engineering drawings, specifications and project information.
- Check drawings, levels, dimensions and quantities.
- Use GPS and surveying equipment accurately to support site delivery.
- Prepare and maintain site records, including site diaries and as-built information.
- Complete QA documentation and ensure testing requirements are followed.
- Arrange and assist with the testing of materials where required.
- Monitor site plant, labour and subcontractor activities.
- Liaise with Site Managers, Project Managers, consultants, subcontractors and client representatives.
- Help plan and organise site operations to meet agreed programmes and deadlines.
- Identify and resolve technical issues and problems that arise during construction.
- Contribute to site H&S and environmental requirements.
- Support continuous improvement and innovation across your areas of responsibility.
- Work closely with the wider site team to ensure projects are delivered to the required standards.
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What We're Looking For:
- Minimum 2–3 years' experience with a Civil Engineering Contractor or Large Subcontractor.
- Strong GPS setting out experience.
- Experience in surveying and setting out civil engineering works.
- Experience with drainage, ducting, earthworks and general civils.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Good understanding of UK Health & Safety requirements.
- Valid CSCS Card.
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Surveying or a related discipline.
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Desirable
- Experience with GPS-operated plant.
- Experience with concrete bases and earthworks.
- AutoCAD / Civil CAD experience.
- Experience preparing technical specifications, reports and as-built information.
- Experience working alongside or supervising subcontractors.
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The Tru7 Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background.
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references, right to work verification, and where appropriate, a Basic Disclosure check. We assess all applicants fairly and in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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