Setting Out Engineer

Company:  Caval Limited
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Closing Date: 17/10/2026
Salary: £300 - £320 Per Day
Hours: Full Time
Type: Temporary

Job Description

Job Title:
Freelance Site Engineer

Location:
North East England - covering multiple sites

Salary:
Competitive freelance day rate, dependent on experience

Role Highlights & Packages:

  • 4-6 month freelance contract

  • Multiple civil engineering sites across the North East

  • Initial project focused on setting out a flood wall

  • Opportunity to work across a variety of infrastructure projects

  • Immediate requirement

Role Overview:
We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to join a project team for an initial 4-6 month period, covering a number of different sites across the North East.

The first project will involve setting out works on a flood wall, with the successful candidate potentially moving between various civil engineering and infrastructure projects throughout the contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Engineer with strong setting-out experience who is looking for a varied freelance role across the North East.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Site Engineer within civil engineering or infrastructure

  • Strong setting-out experience

  • Experience with flood defence, concrete, earthworks or similar works would be advantageous

  • Competent using total stations, GPS and other surveying equipment

  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications

  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

  • Relevant engineering qualifications or equivalent site experience

  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites

Responsibilities:

  • Setting out works accurately in accordance with drawings and specifications

  • Carrying out levels, measurements and site surveys

  • Checking line, level, dimensions and alignment of works

  • Working closely with Site Managers, Project Managers and subcontractors

  • Interpreting and working from engineering drawings

  • Maintaining accurate site records and engineering documentation

  • Identifying and resolving technical and setting-out issues

  • Ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately and to the required quality standards

Contacts to Apply:
Please get in touch with Max (phone number removed)

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