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Temporary Setting Out Engineer

Fawkes & Reece London
Cramond Bridge · posted 10 August 2026
Salary
£270 – £300 a day
Job type
full time
Location
Cramond Bridge, City of Edinburgh
Category
Construction
Fawkes and Reece have a fantastic opportunity for temporary Setting out Engineer located in Edinburgh -working for a well-established, main contractor in the UK. Our client specialises construction projects including new build and refurbishments of hotel and leisure, commercial, industrial, health and education. As Setting out Engineer you will have experience working on a range of commercial contracts (ideally student accommodation, high rise residential properties, hotels etc.). You should also have solid experience working in the construction industry especially on RC Frame developments. As Setting out Engineer you will be required to start ASAP for approximately 5 - 6 weeks work. Our client has a number of projects starting in Edinburgh which will include a multi-story RC frame, multi-bedroom hotel. Previous experience: 5 years minimum setting out experience. Experience on commercial and RC frame projects - ideally hotels and student accommodation. You must have Main contract experience in contracts in excess of £25m. You MUST be able to demonstrate a proven track record with previous employers confirming length of service and continuity of employment. Able to use Leica and Robotic equipment. SSSTS or SMSTS CSCSKey responsibilities: General Setting out to included: RC frame, groundworks Drainage, Manhole, bore hole chambers, Surface water, Pop ups, service trenches, boreholes, ground beams, Retaining walls, Sheet piles, capping beams, Slab and the relevant tests and As-Built, Transition roads and curbs. Report to Site Manager Liaising with sub-contractors Adhere to H & S Compliance throughout the Site. Ensure quality of works meets the clients' demands. Within easy commute of Edinburgh. Benefits: Temporary 5 - 6 weeks Immediate start Rate of pay £270 - £300 per day Location - Edinburgh City Centre To apply please forward your CV to Hazel Baron via this advert
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