Civil Site Engineer (Setting Out)

Freelance Civil Site Engineer – Cardiff – Up to £450 per day -Immediate Start

Location: Near Cardiff (Full-Time Onsite)

Contract: 5-Month Freelance Contract

Rate: £450 per day

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Civil Site Engineer to join a major National Grid project based near Cardiff. This is a fully onsite role offering a competitive day rate for a contractor with strong National Grid experience and excellent setting out capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out accurate line and level setting out using a range of surveying equipment.

Act as Document Controller for all civil engineering drawings and documentation.

Support the civil site team with constructability reviews and provide technical input.

Raise and manage Technical Queries (TQs) as required.

Assist with obtaining quotations and raising purchase orders for site activities.

Produce and maintain accurate As-Built drawings.

Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with National Grid Technical Specifications (NGTS) and project requirements.

Work collaboratively with project teams to maintain programme, quality and safety standards.

Essential Requirements

Previous experience working on a National Grid site.

Valid NG Persons certification (mandatory).

Valid Manual Handling certification.

Proven ability to set out line and level using various surveying instruments.

Strong understanding and practical application of National Grid Technical Specifications (NGTS).

Experience acting as a document controller for civil engineering drawings.

Ability to support constructability reviews and manage technical queries.

Desirable Experience

Extensive experience delivering civil works on National Grid infrastructure projects.

Strong coordination and communication skills across multidisciplinary site teams.

Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential requirements, including National Grid experience and NG Persons certification, will not be considered.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a 5-month freelance contract on a high-profile project, offering £450 per day, working fully onsite near Cardiff.

For more information regarding the above role, please contact Stephen Tiigah – (url removed)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed