We are looking for an experienced Structural Steel Setting Out Engineer to join a contractor working on structural steel projects across London. This permanent role offers taking responsibility for surveying and alignment works while ensuring quality, accuracy, and safety on site.
Office Location: West London
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum
Start: ASAP
Responsibilities
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Work closely with subcontractors to check and verify surveying works.
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Undertake pre-start base inspections, structural alignments, and as-built surveys.
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Ensure all surveying tasks are carried out to company, safety, and environmental standards.
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Build strong working relationships with clients, stakeholders, and internal project teams.
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Process planning, managing and deliver site surveying activities, supporting project teams with accurate data and reports.
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Keep clear records including daily diaries, calibration logs, and survey data.
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Provide technical support and guidance to site teams and subcontract surveyors.
Qualifications and Requirements
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CSCS Site Engineering Surveyor (or equivalent).
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Recognised qualification in total station surveying equipment.
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Proven experience in the surveying and setting out of steel structures, including portal frames, medium and low-rise buildings, industrial/process plants, and refurbishment projects.
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Solid knowledge of construction practices, health & safety, Eurocodes, BS standards, and NSSS.
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Skilled in the use of Leica/Trimble/GNSS surveying equipment and software such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D.
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Strong eye for detail, organised, and able to work independently or as part of a wider team.
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Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending their most up-to-date CV.