Job Description:

Section Engineer

Major Civil Engineering Project | Britain’s Ocean City

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced Section Engineer to take ownership of a key work package on a flagship civil engineering scheme in Britain’s Ocean City.
This is a nationally significant marine infrastructure project involving complex reinforced concrete and heavy civils works. It offers long-term security, technical challenge, and strong visibility — ideal for someone ready to step up and take real responsibility on a major scheme.
If you’re looking to lead your own section and make a meaningful contribution to a landmark project, this is an opportunity worth serious consideration.

The Business

Our client is a leading civil engineering contractor with an established reputation across marine, water, environmental infrastructure, and energy sectors.
They are recognised for delivering technically demanding projects to consistently high standards, maintaining strong client relationships, and securing repeat work across both public and private sectors.
This is a performance-driven environment where expectations are high, with the support and structure in place to succeed.

The Role

As Section Engineer, you’ll take responsibility for the successful delivery of a defined section of works, acting as the key link between engineering teams, subcontractors, and senior management.
You’ll lead the engineering function for your package, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme and quality expectations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Taking ownership of a designated section of works
• Managing and supporting Site Engineers, including mentoring and development
• Coordinating subcontractors and overseeing daily site activities
• Maintaining high standards of quality assurance and control
• Reviewing and interpreting engineering drawings
• Preparing and reviewing RAMS
• Supporting commercial discussions alongside Quantity Surveyors
• Monitoring programme progress and driving short-term planning
• Contributing to technical problem-solving on complex RC and marine works
• Upholding strong health & safety standards across your section

This is a hands-on leadership role with clear accountability and real influence on project delivery.

About You

We’re looking for a capable and motivated Section Engineer with strong heavy civils experience.
You’ll bring:

• Eligibility to obtain SC Security Clearance - British passport required
• Experience as a Section Engineer or Senior Site Engineer on major civil engineering projects
• Strong background in reinforced concrete structures
• Marine or large-scale infrastructure experience (desirable)
• Strong understanding of engineering controls and quality-led delivery
• Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills
• HNC / HND / Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• You’ll be proactive, organised, and confident taking ownership of performance across your section.

What’s In It For You?

• Long-term opportunity on a major, high-profile infrastructure project
• Leadership responsibility on a nationally recognised scheme
• Exposure to complex and technically challenging works
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Strong future project pipeline and career progression prospects

Why This Role?

If you’re a Section Engineer ready to step up, take ownership, and play a key role on a flagship marine civil engineering project, this is an outstanding chance to progress your career on a high-impact scheme.

Interested? Apply now in confidence to find out more.