Company: Leading UK Tunnelling & Civil Engineering Contractor Location: Stroud, Gloucestershire Engagement: Freelance / Contract (Outside IR35 subject to assessment) About the Role We are looking for an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to support our team on a specialist shaft construction project in Stroud. This position is ideal for an engineer who is confident working independently, providing reliable technical support and accurate setting out on a busy civil engineering site. Key Responsibilities * Deliver precise setting out for shaft construction and associated civils * Provide day-to-day technical support to site management * Maintain accurate site records, QA documentation, and as-built information * Liaise with project managers, supervisors, and subcontractors * Ensure compliance with project health, safety, and environmental requirements Requirements * Essential: Strong and proven setting out experience within a civil engineering environment * Competency using total stations, GPS and digital surveying tools * Ability to work independently and take ownership of engineering duties * Solid understanding of drawings, specifications, and site processes * CSCS card (Engineer/Professional) * Own laptop, surveying kit or software beneficial but not essential Contract Details * Freelance / Contract role – Competitive day rates * Outside IR35 subject to final determination * Immediate start available * Expected duration