Section Engineer Are you an experienced Section Engineer looking for your next freelance opportunity on a major infrastructure project? We are currently recruiting for a Section Engineer to join a major infrastructure project, working with a leading Tier 1 contractor. This is a long-term freelance position, ideal for an engineer with strong experience across roads, structures or utilities and a background working on large-scale infrastructure schemes. The Role As Section Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the delivery of your allocated section of works, working closely with the Site Agent, Sub-Agent and wider project team to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards. You will be involved in the day-to-day engineering delivery of the project, including setting out, quality assurance, technical queries, subcontractor management and monitoring progress against programme. Key Responsibilities ·Manage and coordinate engineering activities across your allocated section of works ·Provide technical support to the Site Agent and wider delivery team ·Undertake setting out and dimensional control ·Review drawings, specifications and construction information ·Produce and review RAMS, WPPs and ITPs ·Raise and manage TQs, NCRs and technical queries ·Coordinate and monitor subcontractors and site activities ·Monitor progress against programme and contribute to short-term lookahead planning ·Ensure works are completed in accordance with the approved design and specification ·Carry out quality inspections and maintain accurate site records ·Coordinate permits, access requirements and temporary works ·Liaise with designers, subcontractors, client representatives and other project stakeholders ·Assist with handover documentation, as-builts and quality assurance records ·Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with relevant H&S, environmental and quality requirements Requirements ·Previous experience working as a Section Engineer on major infrastructure projects ·Essential: Tier 1 contractor experience on large-scale infrastructure schemes ·Strong experience within roads, structures and/or utilities ·Strong understanding of setting out, engineering delivery and quality control ·Experience producing/reviewing RAMS, WPPs and ITPs ·Experience managing technical queries, NCRs and site documentation ·Good understanding of construction programmes and short-term planning ·CSCS ·SMSTS or SSSTS ·Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Details Position: Section Engineer Start: ASAP End: 26/03/2027 Rate: £50 per hour IR35: Inside IR35 Hours: 9 hours per day Payment: Umbrella If you are an experienced Section Engineer with a strong Tier 1 infrastructure background and are available for a long-term freelance opportunity, Apply now or call Brett on (phone number removed) for more information. FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this job technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for jobs very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current job for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Parking professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Brett at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance to our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us
Section Engineer in Tilbury employer: Carrington West
Join a leading rail and civil engineering contractor that values your expertise and offers a supportive work environment. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to be mentored into the CRE C designation while enjoying competitive benefits such as hybrid working, private healthcare, and generous annual leave. Located in Kent or London, this role provides a unique chance to work on impactful projects across the region, making it an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
