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Contract

Section Engineer

Abatec Recruitment
Plymouth
money-bag £400 - £460/annum per day PAYE Umbrella
Posted: 30 April 2026 (3 days ago)
Closing date: 29 May 2026
Ref: 225047011

Abatec is recruiting for a freelance Section Engineer to join one of the largest and most high-profile Civil Engineering projects in the South West, joining an award-winning, tier-one contractor that has secured exciting, challenging and long-term work ahead.

The successful candidate will have previous experience working in a similar role on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects.

As Section Engineer-you will:

  • Oversee and manage setting out activities using robotic total stations and GPS equipment
  • Review drawings and quantities, ensuring accuracy of calculations and site information
  • Manage and coordinate a section of works, ensuring delivery to programme and specification
  • Ensure quality assurance processes are implemented, including inspections, records, and as-built documentation
  • Maintain accurate site records including diaries, trackers, and drawing registers
  • Provide engineering support and resolve technical queries across your section
  • Support and supervise junior engineers and site staff where required

Our client requires a Section Engineer with:

  • Have previous experience as a Section Engineer on civil engineering schemes
  • Degree qualification in Civil Engineering or equivalent (desirable)
  • CSCS Card
  • Experience in reinforced concrete works (essential)
  • A good understanding of construction health & safety and quality management systems
  • Strong communication and organisational skills

Additional Information:

  • Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS and SC security clearance will be required (this process can take several weeks)
  • Candidates must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years and hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country

Salary and benefits include:

  • -400 - -460 p/day PAYE Umbrella

If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Lloyd Barham on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed).-

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Abatec Ltd. is working as an employment business on behalf of a client.

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