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Setting Out Engineer in Brunswick Green, Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE13), NE13 9EA | Persimmon Homes My career My jobs Q Quentin Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Afloat Services Supervisor Balaena Hebburn (NE31) Depending on experience 3 days ago Assistant Building Surveyor Atkins Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear 3 weeks ago Site Engineer Lonsite Limited Hartford Dale, Cramlington (NE23), NE23 1EW £34 per hour 1 week ago Project Controls Manager Turner & townsend North East 2 weeks ago BIM Manager Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE1), NE1 £50000 - £65000 per annum 1 week ago Estimator MTrec Recruitment Consett (DH8) 1 day ago Health & Safety Advisor Five Point Recruitment North Seaton, Ashington (NE63), NE63 0XF £43,282 per annum 19 hours ago NEW Project Manager Atkins Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear 1 month ago Graduate Road Drainage Engineer (2027 start) AECOM Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear 1 week ago Project Manager Turner & townsend North East 2 weeks ago Setting Out Engineer Persimmon Homes View Profile Brunswick Green, Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE13), NE13 9EA On-site Published: 1 day ago Apply Save Setting Out Engineer Persimmon Homes Apply Poor Fit Your CV is missing most of what's needed for this role. 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Join Persimmon Homes as Setting Out Engineer and step into a role where your success is celebrated, your growth supported, and your work truly matters. Why Persimmon Homes? We’re one of the UK’s largest and most established housebuilders — FTSE 100 listed, with 29 regional offices and thousands of quality homes built every year. At Persimmon, we don’t just build homes — we build careers. When you join us as Setting Out Engineer, you’ll benefit from: Competitive salary Company Car/Car Allowance 5* housebuilder - Be part of a company that consistently delivers quality homes and outstanding customer satisfaction Life Cover & Contributory Pension Healthcare Bonus Employee Benefits Platform – giving you access to high-street discounts, wellbeing support, and more Committed to diversity, inclusion, and empowering your development What is the role? The purpose of this role is to undertake the Setting out of House Foundations, Drives and Boundaries whilst liaising with Site Management & Commercial Teams, Ensuring Health & Safety Standards are upheld. What you’ll do as a Setting Out Engineer Setting out of foundations, drives, boundaries and ancillary areas Minor site surveying, volumetric calculations Liaison with Site Management & Commercial Teams Ensuring Health & Safety Standards are upheld Supervise, Check and monitor the progress and quality of sub-contractors work Keeping a detailed Daily Site Diary Recording As Built information and keeping it well documented. What experience do I need? Minimum HNC qualified Proficient in the use of CAD is desirable Experience or qualifications in surveying/engineering Previous experience using Total Stations / Setting out equipment Use of GPS equipment is essential Ability to manage and program their own workload Use their own initiative to ensure works are completed in accordance with the site programme Previous experience as a site engineer/trainee in the construction environment Current CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) is preferred Full UK driving licence Apply Persimmon Homes Real Estate 47 Jobs Company Profile In Short Industry Construction & Property Development Founded 1974 Location Persimmon House, Fulford, York, YO19 4FE Company size 1000+ WHO WE ARE For half a century, Persimmon Homes has been more than just a housebuilder. We’re community creators, working across the country to deliver quality homes where families can put down roots and thrive. Since our founding in 1974, we’ve built over 500,000 homes, establishing ourselves as one of the UK’s leading residential developers. Our commitment goes beyond bricks and mortar. We focus on creating sustainable developments that enhance local areas, from our energy-efficient homes to the green spaces and community facilities that bring neighbourhoods together. OUR BRANDS Charles Church complements the Persimmon brand by offering larger, higher-specification homes in premium locations across the UK. Westbury Partnerships is our brand with a focus on affordable social housing. Space4 is our manufacturing business, which produced timber frames, highly insulated wall panels and roof cassettes as a ‘fabric first’ solution to the construction of new homes. Brickworks produce concrete bricks and is entirely focused on supplying the Group’s housebuilding operations. Tileworks produces concrete roof tiles, solely for the Group. WHAT DRIVES US Our approach is built on three core principles: Quality craftsmanship that stands the test of time. Sustainable development practices that protect our environment. Customer-focused service from initial inquiry through to after-sales support. We’ve earned our 5-star builder status through consistent delivery of homes that exceed expectations, backed by comprehensive warranties and ongoing customer service. WHY WORK FOR PERSIMMON From the care we put into building homes to the belief we have in developing careers, we build people’s potential. At Persimmon Homes, you'll find opportunities to grow your skills and learn new ones. Whether you're just starting out or ready to take your career to the next level, this is a place where you can realise your full potential. Here, the future is yours to shape. With hard work and team spirit come variety, job satisfaction, and excellent rewards and benefits. YOUR CAREER WITH US We’re always looking for talented individuals across multiple disciplines: Construction and Site Management From site managers and quantity surveyors to health and safety specialists, our construction teams are the backbone of our operations. You’ll work on diverse projects, from intimate developments to large scales communities. Engineering and Technical Our technical teams include structural engineers, design coordinators, and building control specialists who ensure every home meets the highest standards of safety and efficiency. Sales and Customer Experience Our sales professionals guide customers through one of life’s biggest decisions. From sales advisors to regional sales managers, you’ll be part of a team helping families fined their perfect home. Corporate Functions Behind every successful development is a strong support network. Our corporate teams span finance, HR, marketing, legal and IT, providing the foundation for our field operations. DEVELOPING YOUR POTENTIAL We believe in growing your own talent: Apprenticeship Programs: Hands-on learning in construction trades, quantity surveying, and site management, combining practical experience with formal qualifications. Graduate Schemes: 18-month structured programs for recent graduates, offering rotations across different departments and mentorship from senior leaders. Professional Development: Ongoing training opportunities, professional qualification support, and clear progression pathways for all roles. Management Training: Leadership development programs for those ready to take the next step in their careers. WHY CHOOSE PERSIMMON HOMES? Stability: Five decades of consistent growth and market leadership Investment in People: Comprehensive training and clear career progression Meaningful work: Contributing to communities and helping families achieve homeownership Innovation: Embracing new technologies and sustainable building practices Recognition: Industry awards for both our developments and workplace culture READY TO BUILD YOUR FUTURE? Whether you’re starting your career, looking for a new challenge, or seeking to advance to the next level, Persimmon Homes offers opportunities to grow professionally while making a real difference in people’s lives. Explore our current opportunities and discover how your skills can contribute to building the communities of tomorrow. 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