Setting Out Engineer - Iceland
CV-LibraryIcelandcontractPosted: 28 April 2026
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Start Date: ASAP
Rotation: Rotation available (to be discussed)
Salary: will be discussed directly
Overview
Copius Group is recruiting an experienced Setting Out Engineer to join a major hyperscale data centre project in Iceland. This is a fast-paced, technically demanding environment where precision and accuracy are critical to successful project delivery.
The successful candidate will be responsible for all setting out activities on-site, ensuring that works are delivered in line with design specifications, tolerances, and programme requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out all setting out duties for civil, structural, and associated works
* Establish and maintain site control points and benchmarks
* Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and digital models
* Ensure all setting out is completed accurately and in line with project tolerances
* Liaise with site management, subcontractors, and design teams to coordinate works
* Provide technical guidance to site teams regarding levels, alignment, and positioning
* Conduct regular checks and validations to ensure accuracy of works
* Maintain detailed and accurate survey records and as-built data
* Support QA/QC processes, including inspections and documentation
* Identify and report discrepancies between design and site conditions
* Assist in resolving technical issues and responding to RFIs
* Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with HSE requirements
* Support handover documentation, including as-built drawings and records
Essential requirements
* Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer on large-scale construction or civil engineering projects
* Proficiency with surveying equipment (e.g. total stations, GPS, laser levels)
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
* Strong understanding of site control, levelling, and dimensional accuracy
* Experience working in fast-track construction environments
* Good knowledge of QA/QC procedures and documentation
* Fluent English (written and spoken)
Desirable
* Experience on data centre or mission-critical projects
* Engineering or surveying qualification
* Experience working in Nordic or remote locations
* Familiarity with digital surveying tools and BIM models
* Experience producing as-built drawings and records
What’s on Offer
* Long-term opportunity on a high-profile data centre project
* Competitive day rate / package
* Structured rotation (where applicable)
* Opportunity to work on a technically complex, large-scale development
* Collaborative international project environment
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your updated cv to Sarah Carlile
Start Date: ASAP
Rotation: Rotation available (to be discussed)
Salary: will be discussed directly
Overview
Copius Group is recruiting an experienced Setting Out Engineer to join a major hyperscale data centre project in Iceland. This is a fast-paced, technically demanding environment where precision and accuracy are critical to successful project delivery.
The successful candidate will be responsible for all setting out activities on-site, ensuring that works are delivered in line with design specifications, tolerances, and programme requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out all setting out duties for civil, structural, and associated works
* Establish and maintain site control points and benchmarks
* Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and digital models
* Ensure all setting out is completed accurately and in line with project tolerances
* Liaise with site management, subcontractors, and design teams to coordinate works
* Provide technical guidance to site teams regarding levels, alignment, and positioning
* Conduct regular checks and validations to ensure accuracy of works
* Maintain detailed and accurate survey records and as-built data
* Support QA/QC processes, including inspections and documentation
* Identify and report discrepancies between design and site conditions
* Assist in resolving technical issues and responding to RFIs
* Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with HSE requirements
* Support handover documentation, including as-built drawings and records
Essential requirements
* Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer on large-scale construction or civil engineering projects
* Proficiency with surveying equipment (e.g. total stations, GPS, laser levels)
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
* Strong understanding of site control, levelling, and dimensional accuracy
* Experience working in fast-track construction environments
* Good knowledge of QA/QC procedures and documentation
* Fluent English (written and spoken)
Desirable
* Experience on data centre or mission-critical projects
* Engineering or surveying qualification
* Experience working in Nordic or remote locations
* Familiarity with digital surveying tools and BIM models
* Experience producing as-built drawings and records
What’s on Offer
* Long-term opportunity on a high-profile data centre project
* Competitive day rate / package
* Structured rotation (where applicable)
* Opportunity to work on a technically complex, large-scale development
* Collaborative international project environment
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your updated cv to Sarah Carlile