Setting Out Engineer (Civils / Residential)
Location: Edinburgh (Central Belt)
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 plus progression, bonus, personal vehicle, health care, days based, annual bonus
We are a well‑established groundworks company and one of Scotland’s largest privately owned construction businesses, delivering high‑quality services to many of the country’s leading housing developers. We are expanding our team and are looking for an experienced Setting Out Engineer to join our operations.
This role will see you responsible for setting out and surveying on residential groundwork projects. You will work closely with site managers and project teams to maintain high standards of quality and safety. The position is primarily site‑based (70 %) and will involve measurements and calculations to ensure works are constructed correctly. The remaining 30 % will be office‑based, completing relevant documentation and survey records.
The Role
- Setting out foundations, roads, drainage, and housing plots
- Interpreting technical drawings and site plans
- Liaising with site teams and subcontractors
- Progression to management roles in‑house
- 70 % site visits (personal car included) and 30 % office work
- Generous pension scheme (10 %) and health care benefits
The Person
- Experienced Setting Out Engineer
- Willing to commute to main office (Livingston) and sites (Central Belt)
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
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