- Section Engineer - (Rail) Location: BedfordshireRandstad is recruiting for an experienced Section Engineer with strong Rail and Civils expertise to support a rail upgrade project in Bedfordshire.You will be joining a prestigious contractor, working on a combination of civils and building / M&E works within a live rail environment. Key Responsibilities:Managing engineering activities, subcontractors, and/or self-delivery teamsPlanning, forecasting, and delSection Engineer - (Rail) Location: BedfordshireRandstad is recruiting for an experienced Section Engineer with strong Rail and Civils expertise to support a rail upgrade project in Bedfordshire.You will be joining a prestigious contractor, working on a combination of civils and building / M&E works within a live rail environment. Key Responsibilities:Managing engineering activities, subcontractors, and/or self-delivery teamsPlanning, forecasting, and del
- Randstad are recruiting for a number of Freelance section engineer roles to work on a prestigious High speed rail project based in Brackley and Calvert Buckinghamshire This role is PAYE, inside IR35. The successful candidate will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors in Joint venture for a number of years. The role includes the build of a Viaduct, cut and cover tunnel, earthworks, piling and a number of structures. Duties will include:Engineers and subcRandstad are recruiting for a number of Freelance section engineer roles to work on a prestigious High speed rail project based in Brackley and Calvert Buckinghamshire This role is PAYE, inside IR35. The successful candidate will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors in Joint venture for a number of years. The role includes the build of a Viaduct, cut and cover tunnel, earthworks, piling and a number of structures. Duties will include:Engineers and subc
- Are you a Section Engineer or Sub Agent seeking their next role with an established Tier 1 Contractor? 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 efficiently. Suitable candidates will come from a rail stations background. Roles and Responsibilities:ManagiAre you a Section Engineer or Sub Agent seeking their next role with an established Tier 1 Contractor? 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 efficiently. Suitable candidates will come from a rail stations background. Roles and Responsibilities:Managi
- Position SummaryRandstad are seeking a Section Engineer with a robust heavy civils background to join an critical HS2 package in the Aylesbury area.The scope of works involves a combination of complex precast elements and intricate in-situ reinforced concrete (RC). This role demands an engineer who excels in managing tight tolerances, high-accuracy engineering, and rigorous quality control. You will be responsible for leading a team of Site Engineers, overPosition SummaryRandstad are seeking a Section Engineer with a robust heavy civils background to join an critical HS2 package in the Aylesbury area.The scope of works involves a combination of complex precast elements and intricate in-situ reinforced concrete (RC). This role demands an engineer who excels in managing tight tolerances, high-accuracy engineering, and rigorous quality control. You will be responsible for leading a team of Site Engineers, over
- We are currently recruiting for a Senior Engineer to join a tier-one joint venture on a flagship, multi-billion-pound marine and defence infrastructure programme based in Plymouth. This is a long-term assignment working within a high-integrity, secure environment, delivering complex deep-water berths and heavy civil engineering works. To support candidates traveling from outside the local area, a lodging allowance is paid.The RoleWorking within a highly reWe are currently recruiting for a Senior Engineer to join a tier-one joint venture on a flagship, multi-billion-pound marine and defence infrastructure programme based in Plymouth. This is a long-term assignment working within a high-integrity, secure environment, delivering complex deep-water berths and heavy civil engineering works. To support candidates traveling from outside the local area, a lodging allowance is paid.The RoleWorking within a highly re
- Job Title: Civil Project Engineer (Tier 1 Infrastructure) - UK Visa HoldersLocation: London, United KingdomJob Type: Contract (6-24 months)Day Rate: £350 - £550 per day (dependent on experience)SummaryAn exceptional opportunity for experienced Civil Engineers with existing or pending UK work visas (including Tier 5 Youth Mobility or Ancestry visas). Especially suitable for engineers from New Zealand or Australia. Relocate to London and immediately contribuJob Title: Civil Project Engineer (Tier 1 Infrastructure) - UK Visa HoldersLocation: London, United KingdomJob Type: Contract (6-24 months)Day Rate: £350 - £550 per day (dependent on experience)SummaryAn exceptional opportunity for experienced Civil Engineers with existing or pending UK work visas (including Tier 5 Youth Mobility or Ancestry visas). Especially suitable for engineers from New Zealand or Australia. Relocate to London and immediately contribu
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?
You will find more information on the section engineer salary on the section engineer job profile page. You can also find the salary for each specific job shown here if you click on the description.
how to apply for section engineer jobs
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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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