About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Section Engineer to join the HS2 project at Greatworth. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a section of works safely, on time, and to the required quality standards, supporting the construction team across a wide range of civil engineering activities.
This role is ideal for an engineer with strong all-round civil engineering experience, including earthworks, drainage, reinforced concrete structures, highways, utilities, and temporary works.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate day-to-day site engineering activities within an allocated section of works.
- Ensure construction works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, programme, and HS2 standards.
- Supervise Site Engineers and subcontractors working across the section.
- Oversee setting out and surveying activities.
- Prepare and review RAMS, ITPs, task briefings, and permits.
- Monitor quality assurance processes and ensure accurate records are maintained.
- Coordinate design information and resolve technical engineering issues.
- Support planning and programme delivery, identifying and mitigating risks.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
- Manage temporary works requirements within the section.
- Liaise with project stakeholders, designers, subcontractors, and the client team.
- Produce progress reports and contribute to project meetings.
Essential Experience
- Proven experience working as a Section Engineer, Senior Engineer, or Site Engineer on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
- Strong all-round civil engineering background including:
- Earthworks
- Drainage
- Reinforced concrete structures
- Highways and access roads
- Utilities diversions
- Temporary works
- Excavations and foundations
- Experience managing subcontractors and site teams.
- Strong understanding of quality assurance and inspection processes.
- Experience interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
- Good knowledge of construction methodologies and sequencing.
Qualifications
- Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
- SMSTS or SSSTS preferred.
- CSCS Managerial or Professional Card.
- Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor (desirable).
- First Aid at Work (desirable).
Key Skills
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Excellent planning and organisational ability.
- Commercial awareness.
- Problem-solving and decision-making capability.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced major project environment