Site Engineer (Groundworks/Setting Out)

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Site Engineer (Groundworks/Setting Out)

Location: Edinburgh (Central Belt)

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 per annum, plus progression, bonus, personal vehicle, health care, days based, annual bonus.

Responsibilities

  • Setting out and surveying for residential groundwork projects, including foundations, roads, drainage and housing plots.
  • Interpreting technical drawings and site plans.
  • Liaising with site teams and subcontractors.
  • Performing measurements and calculations to ensure accurate construction.
  • Maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Qualifications / Experience

  • Experience as a Setting Out Engineer or similar role.
  • Willingness to commute to the main office and site locations in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Livingston.

Benefits

  • Personal vehicle included.
  • Health care insurance.
  • Generous pension scheme (10%).
  • Annual bonus.
  • Progression to management roles.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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Site Engineer (Groundworks/Setting Out)

Location: Edinburgh (Central Belt)

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 per annum, plus progression, bonus, personal vehicle, health care, days based, annual bonus.

Responsibilities

  • Setting out and surveying for residential groundwork projects, including foundations, roads, drainage and housing plots.
  • Interpreting technical drawings and site plans.
  • Liaising with site teams and subcontractors.
  • Performing measurements and calculations to ensure accurate construction.
  • Maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Qualifications / Experience

  • Experience as a Setting Out Engineer or similar role.
  • Willingness to commute to the main office and site locations in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Livingston.

Benefits

  • Personal vehicle included.
  • Health care insurance.
  • Generous pension scheme (10%).
  • Annual bonus.
  • Progression to management roles.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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Posted: May 20th, 2026