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Section Engineer
The Section Engineer will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of defined sections of work on complex infrastructure projects delivered through long-term, regulated frameworks. Working closely with site and project leadership teams, you will take ownership of engineering coordination, technical compliance, and construction quality within your area of responsibility. The role requires a hands-on, solutions-focused engineer who can translate design intent into safe, efficient, and compliant site execution while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance across transport and public infrastructure environments.
Engineering & Technical Delivery
- Lead and coordinate engineering activities within your section, ensuring accurate execution of design, installation, and testing works.
- Interpret technical drawings, specifications, method statements, and approved plans to inform on-site delivery.
- Provide technical guidance and support to site teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
- Identify and resolve technical/engineering issues promptly, escalating where appropriate.
Quality, Safety & Compliance
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- Ensure all activities adhere to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards in line with company and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct site inspections, quality checks, and verification of workmanship against specification.
- Assist in preparation and review of risk assessments, method statements, inspection test plans (ITPs), and compliance documentation.
Programme & Coordination
- Support delivery programme by planning work sequences, coordinating resources, and managing interfaces between disciplines/contractors.
- Attend project and coordination meetings, provide updates on engineering progress, and contribute to issue resolution.
- Maintain accurate records of activities, progress reports, and as-built documentation.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Liaise professionally with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and other delivery partners to ensure collaborative working relationships.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with team members to support project outcomes.
Experience & Qualifications
- Proven experience working as a Section Engineer or similar role within infrastructure, civil engineering, transport, or public works projects.
- Experience in regulated frameworks or long-term infrastructure delivery is desirable.
- Competent with reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Relevant engineering qualification (e.g., HNC/HND/BEng) or equivalent practical experience preferred.
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What We Offer
- Exposure to high-profile infrastructure programmes across the UK.
- Opportunity to contribute to delivery across major transport and public infrastructure sectors.
- A supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and growth.
Legal Information
- We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.
- For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
- We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
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