Section Engineer

Our client, a specialist contractor within the utilities and infrastructure sector, is seeking an experienced Section Engineer for projects across East London.

The business delivers a range of civil engineering and utility infrastructure works, including new sewer installations, manhole construction, drainage diversions, and associated groundwork packages on major UK infrastructure schemes.

Responsibilities of Section Engineer:

• Preparing and reviewing project documentation, including:
  • RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)
  • Permits to Work
  • ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans)
  • Temporary Works documentation
• Assisting with programme development and buildability assessments
• Coordinating with clients, water authorities, and principal contractors
• Setting out for drainage and sewer infrastructure works
• Managing Site Engineers and site operatives
• Supervising groundwork, temporary works, and permanent works activities
• Overseeing construction of new manholes and sewer networks
• Ensuring works are delivered in line with quality standards, specifications, and health & safety requirements
• Liaising with Temporary Works Coordinators and design teams
• Producing as-built drawings
• Preparing QA documentation and project handover packs
• Supporting project completion procedures and client sign-off

Skills & Experience Required for Section Engineer:

Essential

• Experience working as a Section Engineer or Senior Site Engineer within drainage, sewage, utilities, or civil infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of groundwork, temporary works, and permanent works
• Experience delivering new manhole and sewer construction works
• Competent in setting out
• Experience leading site teams and supervising engineers
• Strong understanding of QA and construction documentation, including RAMS, ITPs, permits, and as-built records
• Experience working with water authorities and principal contractors
• Valid CSCS card

Desirable

• Experience on major UK infrastructure projects
• Confined Space certification
• Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) qualification or similar
• Appointed Person (AP) qualification beneficial