Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Section Engineer to join our delivery team on the HS2 project in Brackley. The role will involve taking full responsibility for a defined section of works, primarily focused on bulk earthworks, drainage and associated civils, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, to specification and within budget.
You will work closely with the Site Agent, Sub Agent, commercial team and subcontractors, providing day-to-day engineering leadership and technical assurance on site.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Site Delivery
- Manage and deliver a defined section of earthworks and drainage works in line with HS2 and client specifications
- Set out works using GPS / Total Station and check works for compliance
- Interpret and implement construction drawings, specifications and ITPs
- Produce and maintain as-built records, red-line drawings and quality documentation
- Raise and manage TQs, NCRs and EWN/compensation events where required
Earthworks & Drainage
- Oversee cut & fill operations, embankments, formation, capping layers and stabilisation works
- Manage installation of surface water and foul drainage, attenuation systems, culverts and headwalls
- Ensure correct testing and recording (e.g. compaction, materials, levels, drainage testing)
- Monitor earthworks quantities and support progress reporting
Health, Safety & Environment
- Promote a strong safety-first culture in line with HS2 standards
- Prepare and brief RAMS, permits to dig / break ground, task briefings and daily briefings
- Ensure environmental and ecological controls are implemented and maintained
Management & Coordination
- Supervise Site Engineers and support graduate / junior engineers
- Coordinate subcontractors, plant and materials to meet programme targets
- Contribute to short-term planning, 3–6 week lookaheads and progress reporting
- Liaise with design, commercial and HS2 stakeholders
Required Experience & Skills
Essential
- Proven experience as a Section Engineer or Site Engineer on major civils projects
- Strong background in earthworks and drainage on infrastructure schemes
- Experience working on HS2 or similar large-scale projects
- Good understanding of quality assurance, ITPs and handover requirements
- Ability to manage subcontractors and deliver works independently
- Strong communication and leadership skills
Desirable
- Previous experience on rail or highways megaprojects
- Familiarity with NEC contracts
- Experience with GPS machine control / digital engineering
Qualifications & Certifications
- HNC / HND / Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
- CSCS (Gold or Black)
- SMSTS or SSSTS (preferred)
- Temporary Works Supervisor / Coordinator (desirable)