Job title: Setting Out Engineer Connaught
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Salary: negotiable
Job published: 01-09-2025
Job ID: 32077
Contact name: Karen Hickey
Phone number: +353873318441
Contact email: karen@recruitengineers.ie

Job Description

We are recruiting experienced Setting Out Engineers based in Connaught

 
Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out setting out and surveying for civil engineering, structural, and building works.
  • Ensure all works are set out in accordance with design drawings and specifications.
  • Check and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical information.
  • Record as-built information for quality assurance and handover documentation.
  • Liaise with the site management team, subcontractors, and design team to resolve technical issues.
  • Maintain daily site records, including site diaries and quality control checks.
  • Ensure works comply with health & safety requirements and company policies.
  • Assist with preparation of method statements, risk assessments, and quality documentation.
  • Monitor materials, plant, and workmanship for compliance with specifications.
  • Support measurement and reporting of progress against programme.

Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of setting out techniques, equipment (total station, GPS, laser levels), and software.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with site teams and subcontractors.
  • Organised with ability to manage workload and priorities under pressure.
  • Awareness of health, safety, and environmental legislation.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Degree/HND/HNC in Civil Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Minimum 2 years experience as a Setting Out Engineer in civil engineering or construction projects.
  • Full EU driving licence.

Competitive Salary and Benefits DOE