Groundworks Engineer – Enabling Works, Surveys & Record Keeping

Coinford Ltd


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Southend-on-Sea
Contract type: Full time
We are seeking an experienced Groundworks Engineer to support high-quality construction and civil engineering projects. This role requires strong technical skills in setting out, surveys, record keeping, and enabling works, ensuring projects are delivered accurately, efficiently, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain up-to-date construction drawings, registers, and As-builts
  • Carry out site surveys and level checks prior to commencement of works
  • Confidently take overall responsibility for setting out all site elements, controlling line and level
  • Use Leica EDM equipment (TS06 / TS12 / TS16) for survey and layout tasks
  • Verify building layout against site boundaries and resolve any discrepancies
  • Take off and order all groundworks and RC frame materials (drainage, waterproofing, concrete, rebar, cast-in items, etc.)
  • Raise and track RFIs to resolve setting out or technical issues
  • Implement site Inspection Test Plans and ensure QA standards using FlowForma
  • Raise technical submittals and proactively close out site queries
  • Issue accurate records to QS and maintain thorough documentation
  • Use CAD for technical drawings and site plans

Essential Requirements

  • Valid CSCS card
  • Proven experience in groundworks, surveys, and enabling works
  • Strong record-keeping skills and attention to detail
  • Proactive, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a team
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with other trades and operatives
  • Right to work in the UK

General Expectations

  • Completion of IT induction and training within the first 1-3 months of employment
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Support programme delivery and project deadlines
  • Please note that to comply with client requirements, we can only accept NPORS cards affiliated with CSCS and carrying the CSCS hologram. We no longer accept traditional NPORS cards. If you would like further details on how to transfer your card from the traditional scheme to the CSCS scheme, please click here.

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