- Section Engineer - Civil Construction - Suffolk We are looking for a motivated Section Engineer to join our team in Suffolk. This role is based on large infrastructure and road schemes, requiring a strong technical background and solid site experience to ensure successful project delivery.As the Section Engineer, you'll be responsible for managing and supervising engineering activities on-site, ensuring works are carried out to design specifications, and mSection Engineer - Civil Construction - Suffolk We are looking for a motivated Section Engineer to join our team in Suffolk. This role is based on large infrastructure and road schemes, requiring a strong technical background and solid site experience to ensure successful project delivery.As the Section Engineer, you'll be responsible for managing and supervising engineering activities on-site, ensuring works are carried out to design specifications, and m
- Are you a technically strong and experienced Section Engineer seeking a significant freelance opportunity?A leading multi-billion pound civils contractor delivering a flagship highways project in the UK is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Freelance Section Engineer to join their delivery team. This role offers the chance to take ownership of a specific section of a major infrastructure scheme, involving substantial earthworks, complex structuresAre you a technically strong and experienced Section Engineer seeking a significant freelance opportunity?A leading multi-billion pound civils contractor delivering a flagship highways project in the UK is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Freelance Section Engineer to join their delivery team. This role offers the chance to take ownership of a specific section of a major infrastructure scheme, involving substantial earthworks, complex structures
- Senior Site Engineer / Section Engineer - Newmarket, Suffolk (Prison Project)Location: Newmarket, Suffolk Duration: Ongoing until July 2026 Contract Type: Full-timeAre you an experienced and highly motivated Senior/Section Engineer looking for your next challenging role? We are seeking a dedicated Senior Site Engineer or Section Engineer to join our team on a significant prison project in Newmarket, Suffolk. This is an excellent opportunity to play a cruciSenior Site Engineer / Section Engineer - Newmarket, Suffolk (Prison Project)Location: Newmarket, Suffolk Duration: Ongoing until July 2026 Contract Type: Full-timeAre you an experienced and highly motivated Senior/Section Engineer looking for your next challenging role? We are seeking a dedicated Senior Site Engineer or Section Engineer to join our team on a significant prison project in Newmarket, Suffolk. This is an excellent opportunity to play a cruci
- An exciting opportunity for a Section Engineer to work on a Major civils & rail project based in Sizewell, Suffolk for the next few years. As a successful candidate will be working on lineside ciivls, Foundation bases, Level crossings and Drainage. Duties will include:Managing an engineer and subcontractor managementHelping to Plan, forecasting and deliver work, 3 week look aheads Liaising with clients and stakeholdersRisk assessments, Quality assurance,An exciting opportunity for a Section Engineer to work on a Major civils & rail project based in Sizewell, Suffolk for the next few years. As a successful candidate will be working on lineside ciivls, Foundation bases, Level crossings and Drainage. Duties will include:Managing an engineer and subcontractor managementHelping to Plan, forecasting and deliver work, 3 week look aheads Liaising with clients and stakeholdersRisk assessments, Quality assurance,
- Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Contract Type: Contract (Inside IR35) Duration: Long-termRole: Section Engineer on a major new nuclear power station project, responsible for managing specific work packages to ensure safe, high-quality, and on-programme construction.Key Responsibilities:Supervise and lead a dedicated team of site engineers and subcontractors within an allocated section of works.Implement and enforce all health, safety, environmental, anLocation: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Contract Type: Contract (Inside IR35) Duration: Long-termRole: Section Engineer on a major new nuclear power station project, responsible for managing specific work packages to ensure safe, high-quality, and on-programme construction.Key Responsibilities:Supervise and lead a dedicated team of site engineers and subcontractors within an allocated section of works.Implement and enforce all health, safety, environmental, an
- My client, a high profile civil engineering and construction firm are currently looking for a Section Engineer for a prestigious rail project in the North East of England.The role is long term and the project includes non lineside civil's works within a railway environment. The client is looking for someone that can start as soon as possible and the successful candidate will have a proven track record working for well established rail contractors.ConcreteMy client, a high profile civil engineering and construction firm are currently looking for a Section Engineer for a prestigious rail project in the North East of England.The role is long term and the project includes non lineside civil's works within a railway environment. The client is looking for someone that can start as soon as possible and the successful candidate will have a proven track record working for well established rail contractors.Concrete
- The Role:As Section Engineer, you will:Provide engineering support to the Site Manager and Project Team on the highways scheme.Take responsibility for specific sections of the project, overseeing the work of a team of operatives.Assist in setting out works, undertaking levelling and measuring, ensuring accurate construction in accordance with drawings and specifications.Prepare and maintain detailed site records, including daily reports and as-built drawinThe Role:As Section Engineer, you will:Provide engineering support to the Site Manager and Project Team on the highways scheme.Take responsibility for specific sections of the project, overseeing the work of a team of operatives.Assist in setting out works, undertaking levelling and measuring, ensuring accurate construction in accordance with drawings and specifications.Prepare and maintain detailed site records, including daily reports and as-built drawin
- Randstad is seeking a Section Engineer to join a reputable main contractor on a highways contract in North London near Tottenham.Previous experience working on highways contracts (eg National Highways / TFL) is highly enouraged. This role is paid via CIS and expected to last 6-12 months.Scope of work will include roadworks and surfacing schemes, drainage, street lighting, lining and signing projects, accessibility upgrades, urban realm improvement and walkRandstad is seeking a Section Engineer to join a reputable main contractor on a highways contract in North London near Tottenham.Previous experience working on highways contracts (eg National Highways / TFL) is highly enouraged. This role is paid via CIS and expected to last 6-12 months.Scope of work will include roadworks and surfacing schemes, drainage, street lighting, lining and signing projects, accessibility upgrades, urban realm improvement and walk
- Are you a Section Engineer or Sub Agent seeking their next role with an established Tier 1 Contractor? Would you like the opportunity to get involved in one of the most prestigious rail projects in the North East? The role will include quality assessment, health and safety inspection, design issues and management of subcontractors. The successful candidate will be immediate and will be expected to be able to raise technical queries and run everyone on siteAre you a Section Engineer or Sub Agent seeking their next role with an established Tier 1 Contractor? Would you like the opportunity to get involved in one of the most prestigious rail projects in the North East? The role will include quality assessment, health and safety inspection, design issues and management of subcontractors. The successful candidate will be immediate and will be expected to be able to raise technical queries and run everyone on site
- We are looking to speak with you! I am working with an industry leading infrastructure service provider who are actively hiring for a section engineer for one of their flagship projects.Benefits:£45,000 - £48,000 salary (Flexible dependent upon experience) Private healthcareCar allowance 5k poudsA company that has strong core values, and a clear career progression route Locations Available:Chipping WardenSouthamBuckinghamBrackleyAylesbury Key ResponsibiliWe are looking to speak with you! I am working with an industry leading infrastructure service provider who are actively hiring for a section engineer for one of their flagship projects.Benefits:£45,000 - £48,000 salary (Flexible dependent upon experience) Private healthcareCar allowance 5k poudsA company that has strong core values, and a clear career progression route Locations Available:Chipping WardenSouthamBuckinghamBrackleyAylesbury Key Responsibili
- London has a number of Civil engineering projects across all sectors. We are currently looking for Site / Project engineers and above with Tier 5, Ancestry or applicable Visas to relocate to London and join some of the largest and most interesting Civil engineering projects in the world. You will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors with proven pedigree.You duties will be similar to Australia and New Zealand and day rates are excellent. Most contracts aLondon has a number of Civil engineering projects across all sectors. We are currently looking for Site / Project engineers and above with Tier 5, Ancestry or applicable Visas to relocate to London and join some of the largest and most interesting Civil engineering projects in the world. You will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors with proven pedigree.You duties will be similar to Australia and New Zealand and day rates are excellent. Most contracts a
- Randstad are recruiting for a Project Engineer in the Bristol area for an industry leading tier 1 contractor. CIS payment available****The project engineer will have a track record in civil engineering major infrastructure projects, ideally within FRC & structures packages for a main contractor. Key Responsibilities:Manage Structures & FRC packages: Oversee technical aspects, ensuring compliance with design and quality.Resolve technical issues: Lead probleRandstad are recruiting for a Project Engineer in the Bristol area for an industry leading tier 1 contractor. CIS payment available****The project engineer will have a track record in civil engineering major infrastructure projects, ideally within FRC & structures packages for a main contractor. Key Responsibilities:Manage Structures & FRC packages: Oversee technical aspects, ensuring compliance with design and quality.Resolve technical issues: Lead proble
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section engineer jobs overview
On this page, you will find a list of our current section engineer jobs and an overview of the typical responsibilities and expectations of a section engineer. You can compare and filter relevant section engineer positions based on specialism, location and salary to find your ideal job match.
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section engineer jobs contract types
Section engineer jobs are available in the following contract types:
- section engineer jobs – permanent: in a permanent position, you work as a section engineer for the same engineering or construction company until retirement or resignation. Hence, you are assured of job security.
- section engineer jobs – temporary: in a temporary role, you work with the company for a short period. You can grow your engineering skills without committing to the role long-term.
- section engineer jobs – contract: in a contract section engineer role, your employment term is fixed, giving you the flexibility to move to other roles when the contract lapses. This allows you to determine if you are the perfect fit for the role.
- section engineer jobs – full-time: in a full-time section engineer role, you work regular business hours, typically between 9 am and 5 pm during the working week. It is a great opportunity if you love a routine schedule with weekends free.
- section engineer jobs – part-time: in a part-time position, you work a few hours weekly. A part-time section engineer job allows you to handle other commitments.
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about section engineer jobs
Section engineers are responsible for running a team of engineers in large construction or infrastructure projects. Unlike other engineering roles that mainly require technical expertise, section engineers rely on their management and engineering knowledge to accomplish projects. You coordinate with the planning team to determine the best materials and troubleshoot any issues that arise.
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how much does a section engineer make in the UK?
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how do I apply for a job as a section engineer?
If you are interested in becoming a section engineer, a university degree or an apprenticeship is a great place to begin. For information on the qualifications and relevant education needed for the role, see the 'education and qualifications' section of our section engineer job profile.
To become a section engineer in the UK, you require a degree in civil engineering. You can also pursue a structural engineering or environmental engineering degree. High National Certificate (HNC) and Higher National Diploma (HND) courses in civil engineering are also available. For professional development, consider joining the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) or achieving chartered engineer (CEng) status.
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