Setting Out Engineer

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We are recruiting for a Setting Out Engineer to join a respected UK civil engineering contractor, working on a project in Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Setting Out Engineer who is passionate about delivering projects to the highest standard while advancing their career.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and monitor the commercial performance of the project.
  • Prepare and implement RAMS to ensure safe and efficient delivery.
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies, undertake risk assessments, and report incidents or near misses.
  • Support the Project Manager / Contracts Manager in building and maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Carry out additional Site Engineer duties as needed to meet project demands.
  • Setting out when required.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Setting Out, Site Engineer, Agent / Sub Agent, or Section Engineer.
  • CSCS and SMSTS certifications, plus two recent professional references.
  • Experience in Civils, Groundworks, Pump Stations, or Water projects.
  • Degree in Engineering, Construction, or a related field.

Duration: Long Term Project.

Hours: 10-12 hour shifts (Monday – Friday currently).

Cavendish Recruitment Professionals Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

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Company: Cavendish Professionals
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

We are recruiting for a Setting Out Engineer to join a respected UK civil engineering contractor, working on a project in Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Setting Out Engineer who is passionate about delivering projects to the highest standard while advancing their career.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and monitor the commercial performance of the project.
  • Prepare and implement RAMS to ensure safe and efficient delivery.
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies, undertake risk assessments, and report incidents or near misses.
  • Support the Project Manager / Contracts Manager in building and maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Carry out additional Site Engineer duties as needed to meet project demands.
  • Setting out when required.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Setting Out, Site Engineer, Agent / Sub Agent, or Section Engineer.
  • CSCS and SMSTS certifications, plus two recent professional references.
  • Experience in Civils, Groundworks, Pump Stations, or Water projects.
  • Degree in Engineering, Construction, or a related field.

Duration: Long Term Project.

Hours: 10-12 hour shifts (Monday – Friday currently).

Cavendish Recruitment Professionals Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

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Posted: May 18th, 2026