Section Engineer – Highways in Colchester

Reference: Job ID: Posted: Closing date: Location: ColchesterSalary: Up to 50k/annum (Negotiable) + Company Vehicle or Allowance + Package (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Construction / Highways and TransportCompany: HaysConsultant: James Mayfield-PotterHays office: Birmingham — 3rd Floor, One Colmore Square,Phone: Email: new companyYou will be joining a multi-accredited and well-established Tier 1 contractor with a strong reputation for delivering highways, infrastructure and public realm projects across the UK. With a healthy pipeline of secured work and a commitment to investing in its people, the business offers the opportunity to work on high-profile schemes that have a lasting impact on local communities. Due to continued growth, they are actively seeking a Section Engineer to support the delivery of a major roundabout improvement scheme in Colchester.Your new roleAs Section Engineer, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of a significant roundabout project, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. Working closely with the Site Agent and Project Manager, you will coordinate site activities, manage engineering teams and subcontractors and provide technical support throughout the construction phase.Key responsibilities will include:Managing setting out and surveying activities on siteEnsuring works are delivered in accordance with design specifications and project requirementsProducing and reviewing RAMS, ITPs and quality documentationCoordinating subcontractors and site teams to maintain programme targetsMaintaining accurate site records and ensuring technical complianceSupporting the management of temporary works and permit systemsIdentifying and resolving engineering issues to minimise project riskPromoting high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality performanceThis is an excellent opportunity to work on a major highways scheme that will enhance transport infrastructure within the region.What you'll need to succeedIn order to be successful, you must have:Experience at a Section Engineer level within civil engineering, ideally on highways or public realm schemesExcellent setting out and engineering capabilitiesKnowledge of quality assurance processes and site documentationStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsA proactive, solutions-focused approach to project deliveryCSCS card and full UK driving licence.What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive:Starting salary up to 50,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)Company vehicle or car allowance25 days’ annual leave (option to buy additional days) plus