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Temporary

Section Engineer

Contract Scotland
Glasgow
money-bag £350 - £400/day
Posted: 29 April 2026 (2 days ago)
Closing date: 29 May 2026
Ref: 225044774

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Section Engineer to support a major infrastructure project in Glasgow.

This is a key hire to replace an existing team member, offering an immediate opportunity to step into a well-established project team delivering significant civil engineering works.

The Role

As Section Engineer, you will take responsibility for managing sections of work across core infrastructure activities, including oversight of subcontractors and Site Engineers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing day-to-day delivery of works within your section
  • Overseeing and coordinating subcontractors
  • Providing technical support and guidance to Site Engineers
  • Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification
  • Maintaining accurate site records and reporting progress to senior management

Scope of Works

  • Earthworks
  • Drainage
  • Roads and kerbing
  • Utilities infrastructure

Requirements

  • Proven experience working as a Section Engineer on civil engineering or infrastructure projects
  • Strong background in groundworks and infrastructure (essential)
  • Experience managing subcontractors and supervising Site Engineers
  • Valid CSCS card
  • Background with infrastructure or civil engineering contractors (not building or hard landscaping contractors)
  • Role 50/50 out on the park/office based.

Project Details

  • Location: Glasgow
  • Duration: Minimum 3 months
  • Start: Immediate / ASAP
  • Rate: £350–£400 per day (depending on experience)
  • Hours:
    • Monday–Thursday: 07:30–17:00
    • Friday: 07:30–14:30

If you are an experienced Section Engineer with strong infrastructure experience and are available for your next contract, we would be keen to speak with you.

Apply now or contact us directly for more information.

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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