Section Engineer

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Section Engineer to join a major highways construction project in Grays, Essex. Reporting to the Sub Agent or Site Agent, you will play a key role in delivering complex highway and civil engineering works, ensuring projects are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This role is ideal for an engineer with strong technical knowledge, excellent leadership skills, and experience delivering major infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the engineering delivery of a designated section of works.
• Lead and mentor Site Engineers and Engineering Assistants.
• Ensure works are carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate engineering activities across multiple work fronts.
• Review and approve setting out information and ensure engineering controls are maintained.
• Ensure Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Quality Check Sheets, and handover documentation are completed accurately and on time.
• Review and approve method statements and risk assessments, ensuring compliance throughout delivery.
• Monitor construction progress and provide regular updates to the project team.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour to maintain programme.
• Liaise with the client, designers, and other disciplines to resolve technical issues and coordinate interfaces.
• Ensure design changes are communicated and implemented effectively.
• Support commercial teams with quantities, take-offs, change management, and records of additional works.
• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Maintain accurate site records, diaries, as-built information, and progress reporting.

Requirements

Essential

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous experience as a Section Engineer on major highways or civil engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of highways construction techniques and engineering best practice.
• Experience managing engineering teams and supervising subcontractors.
• Excellent understanding of setting out using GPS, total stations, and surveying equipment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documentation.
• Experience with quality assurance processes, including ITPs and handover documentation.
• Good commercial awareness, including measurement, material take-offs, and change control.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• CSCS Card.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Experience working on National Highways or other major infrastructure projects.
• SMSTS or SSSTS qualification.
• Temporary Works Coordinator or Supervisor training.
• First Aid at Work.
• Membership of ICE or actively working towards Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.