- Randstad have an exciting opportunity for a Freelance Section engineer to work on a Rail Project in Cardiff, Wales for 1 year plusYou will be working on Civils, with Buildings/Architecture elementsRail experience / PTS is ideal but not essential. Duties will include:Technical Verification: Ensure all construction work strictly adheres to design drawings and specifications, and sign off on Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).Health & Safety Leadership: Write,Randstad have an exciting opportunity for a Freelance Section engineer to work on a Rail Project in Cardiff, Wales for 1 year plusYou will be working on Civils, with Buildings/Architecture elementsRail experience / PTS is ideal but not essential. Duties will include:Technical Verification: Ensure all construction work strictly adheres to design drawings and specifications, and sign off on Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).Health & Safety Leadership: Write,
- We are recruiting a Section Engineer to join a leading civil engineering main contractor on a major transport infrastructure project in Hampshire. The scheme involves constructing a new bridge spanning a rail line-meaning while this is purely a heavy civil engineering package, exposure to structural/infrastructure schemes near rail corridors is a huge plus.The RoleReporting to the Sub Agent / Site Agent, you will take ownership of setting out precision, QAWe are recruiting a Section Engineer to join a leading civil engineering main contractor on a major transport infrastructure project in Hampshire. The scheme involves constructing a new bridge spanning a rail line-meaning while this is purely a heavy civil engineering package, exposure to structural/infrastructure schemes near rail corridors is a huge plus.The RoleReporting to the Sub Agent / Site Agent, you will take ownership of setting out precision, QA
- 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
- Section Engineer Location: West London Randstad is recruiting for an experienced Section Engineer with strong Rail or Civils expertise to support a Station Building project in West LondonYou will be joining a prestigious contractor, working on a combination of civils and building / M&E worksKey Responsibilities:Managing engineering activities, subcontractors, and/or self-delivery teamsPlanning, forecasting, and delivering works to programmeLiaising effectSection Engineer Location: West London Randstad is recruiting for an experienced Section Engineer with strong Rail or Civils expertise to support a Station Building project in West LondonYou will be joining a prestigious contractor, working on a combination of civils and building / M&E worksKey Responsibilities:Managing engineering activities, subcontractors, and/or self-delivery teamsPlanning, forecasting, and delivering works to programmeLiaising effect
- Section (Senior Production) EngineerLocation: Lower Thames Crossing (Roads North)Start Date: ASAPEnd Date: 26/02/2027About the RoleAre you an experienced Section / Senior Production Engineer looking to join one of the UK's flagship infrastructure projects? We are looking for a driven engineering professional to lead site teams, drive lean production, and deliver high-quality works on the Lower Thames Crossing (Roads North) scheme.In this role, you will beSection (Senior Production) EngineerLocation: Lower Thames Crossing (Roads North)Start Date: ASAPEnd Date: 26/02/2027About the RoleAre you an experienced Section / Senior Production Engineer looking to join one of the UK's flagship infrastructure projects? We are looking for a driven engineering professional to lead site teams, drive lean production, and deliver high-quality works on the Lower Thames Crossing (Roads North) scheme.In this role, you will be
- 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
- We are recruiting a Site Agent to join a leading civil engineering main contractor on a major transport infrastructure project in Havant. The scheme involves constructing a new bridge spanning a rail line, requiring an operational leader who comes directly from a strong civil engineering background to manage the site delivery from the ground up.The RoleReporting to the Project Manager, you will take full operational ownership of the site, leading deliveryWe are recruiting a Site Agent to join a leading civil engineering main contractor on a major transport infrastructure project in Havant. The scheme involves constructing a new bridge spanning a rail line, requiring an operational leader who comes directly from a strong civil engineering background to manage the site delivery from the ground up.The RoleReporting to the Project Manager, you will take full operational ownership of the site, leading delivery
- Site EngineerLocation: Tomatin (near Inverness / Aviemore), ScotlandRate: £240.00 / day (Inside IR35) (Subject to review/uplift for the right candidate)Contract Type: Freelance / ContractWorking Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per weekAbout the RoleWe are seeking a versatile, experienced Site Engineer to join the delivery team on the major A9 Tomatin to Moy dual carriageway upgrade.Reporting directly to the Section Engineer, you will play a key role in exSite EngineerLocation: Tomatin (near Inverness / Aviemore), ScotlandRate: £240.00 / day (Inside IR35) (Subject to review/uplift for the right candidate)Contract Type: Freelance / ContractWorking Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per weekAbout the RoleWe are seeking a versatile, experienced Site Engineer to join the delivery team on the major A9 Tomatin to Moy dual carriageway upgrade.Reporting directly to the Section Engineer, you will play a key role in ex
- 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). Relocate to London and immediately contribute to some of the world's most significant Tier 1 Major infrastrJob 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). Relocate to London and immediately contribute to some of the world's most significant Tier 1 Major infrastr
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 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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