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Guildford
£45k – £55k/yr
Posted about 9 hours ago
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A leading civil engineering contractor is looking to recruit an experienced Section Engineer to support the delivery of major highways projects across the South East.

Based around the Guildford area, you'll work on a variety of schemes within the National Highways network, covering works across Hampshire, Oxfordshire and surrounding regions.

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The Role

As Section Engineer, you will be responsible for setting out, quality assurance, technical compliance and ensuring works are delivered in accordance with design specifications and project requirements.

You will work closely with site management teams, subcontractors and clients, reviewing drawings, resolving technical queries and undertaking inspections to ensure works meet the required quality standards. The position requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail and the ability to work independently on fast-paced infrastructure projects.

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Requirements

Candidates should have a minimum of two years' setting out experience on civil engineering or infrastructure projects, ideally gained within highways environments working for a main contractor.

You will have experience using GPS equipment and total stations, be confident interpreting construction drawings and possess a good understanding of quality assurance procedures, ITPs and specification documents.

A CSCS card is essential, along with SSSTS, First Aid, NRSWA and CAT & Genny certification. A Civil Engineering degree, HNC or equivalent qualification would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, organised and capable of managing their workload while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. A full UK driving licence is required, together with a willingness to travel throughout the region and work occasional night shifts.

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What's on Offer?

  • Competitive salary and package
  • Company vehicle
  • Pension contributions matched up to 8%
  • Life assurance cover
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Holiday purchase scheme
  • Ongoing professional development and training
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Employee benefits platform
  • Regular social and charity events
  • Early finish every Friday

This is an excellent opportunity for a Section Engineer looking to further their career with a growing civil engineering contractor delivering major highways and infrastructure projects across the UK.

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Skills

Setting Out
Quality Assurance
Technical Compliance
Interpreting Construction Drawings
Using GPS Equipment
Using Total Stations
Understanding Quality Assurance Procedures
Managing Workload
Attention To Detail
Civil Engineering
Infrastructure Projects
Highways Environments
Safety Standards
Communication
Problem Solving
Inspection

Location

Guildford, England, United Kingdom

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