Highways Section Engineer

Permanent Opportunity

Division: Civil Engineering

Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire

Benefits Include: Car allowance, subsidised private medical cover, life assurance scheme, contributory pension, 35 days annual leave (including public holidays), and living away from home allowance where applicable.

About the Role

As our client continues to expand their operations within the civil engineering sector, they are seeking a dedicated and experienced Section Engineer to join their team on a major highways development in Oxfordshire. This permanent opportunity offers the successful candidate a dynamic and rewarding role within a collaborative project team, where their technical knowledge and site-based experience will play a vital role in delivering a high-quality infrastructure scheme.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor Site Engineers.
• Provide technical guidance and support to site teams.
• Monitor and verify setting-out works to ensure compliance.
• Support the Site Agent throughout the construction phase.
• Liaise with the Site Agent, Project Manager, and others to manage and allocate resources.
• Prepare and review work package plans and other project documentation.
• Resolve technical and on-site issues promptly and effectively.
• Monitor contractual progress and reporting requirements.
• Manage and maintain project records and site documentation.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between stakeholders.
• Assist with budget preparation and cost tracking.
• Liaise with local authorities and regulatory bodies where required.
• Ensure timely commercial documentation in coordination with the commercial team.
• Promote and enforce Health and Safety standards on site.
• Participate in site meetings and provide progress updates.
• Complete daily activity briefings and maintain the site diary.
• Support implementation of quality and environmental management plans.
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with specifications and drawings.
• Work in accordance with the company's Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Promote a proactive safety culture across the site team.

Person Specification

Technical Competencies - Essential

• Demonstrated experience in a similar engineering role.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Technical competence with a solid understanding of civil works.
• Basic knowledge of NEC contract principles.
• HNC or higher qualification in Civil Engineering.

Desirable

• Experience working on highway infrastructure projects.
• Background in managing a site or section of a larger scheme.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• CPCS Appointed Person (Lifting) qualification.
• Temporary Works Coordinator training.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.

Health & Safety - Essential

• In-depth understanding of Health & Safety and CDM regulations.
• SMSTS certification.
• First Aid at Work qualification.

Behavioural Competencies - Essential

• Communication: Able to adapt messaging for different audiences and maintain effective stakeholder communication.
• Problem Solving: Objective and analytical approach to decision-making with attention to detail.
• Initiative: Able to work independently and encourage efficient, waste-reducing methods.
• Team Player: Collaborative, honest, and committed to supporting team goals.
• Planning & Prioritising: Capable of managing competing priorities and foreseeing challenges.
• Adaptability: Flexible and responsive to change and evolving site conditions.
• Results Orientation: Focused on achieving project and team goals through efficient resource management.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically, please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide.