Site Engineer - Leicester

CV-LibraryLeicester, City of LeicesterpermanentPosted: 10 August 2026
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SETTING OUT ENGINEER – LEICESTER | £40K–£70K + PACKAGE

I’m currently recruiting for a Setting Out Engineer to join an established groundworks contractor based in Leicester, working across projects within roughly 1 hour of Leicester.

This is a permanent position, with an immediate start available.

💰 £40,000–£70,000 basic – depending on experience
🚐 Company van + fuel card
💷 Pension
🏖️ Holiday entitlement
📦 Full company benefits package

The Role

You’ll be working across a range of groundworks and civil engineering projects, with a strong focus on:

* 278 works

* Roads & sewers

* Commercial groundworks

* Setting out and surveying

* Working closely with site and project teams to ensure works are delivered accurately and to programme

About You

We’re looking for an experienced Engineer who has a solid background within groundworks / civil engineering and can confidently take responsibility for setting out on site.

Experience with Section 278 works, roads & sewers and commercial or residential groundworks is highly desirable.

You’ll ideally be someone who can work independently, communicate well with site teams and take pride in getting things right first time.

📍 Based: Leicester
🚗 Projects: Within approximately 1 hour of Leicester
📅 Permanent | Immediate Start

If you're an experienced Setting Out Engineer looking for a long-term opportunity with an established groundworks contractor, get in touch with Heather and apply below.

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