Section engineer

We are recruiting for an experienced Section Engineer / Sub Agent to support the...

Location

United Kingdom , Orkney Islands

Salary:

Not provided

Ganymede

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Section Engineer or Sub Agent within civil engineering
Strong background delivering earthworks and utilities packages
Experience managing engineers and leading site teams
Ability to operate independently and take ownership of project sections
Previous experience on major infrastructure or heavy civils projects
Relevant qualifications and certifications including CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid

Job Responsibility

Take ownership of delivery for earthworks, drainage, and utilities packages
Manage and mentor a team of 3–4 engineers
Ensure works are delivered in line with programme, budget, and quality standards
Coordinate subcontractors and direct labour on site
Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance
Work closely with the Site Agent and wider project team to drive performance
Support planning and commercial teams with progress reporting and updates
Ensure accurate setting out, quality control, and documentation across works
Contribute to problem-solving and technical decision-making on site

What we offer

Accommodation, flights, and 3 meals per day provided by the client

Fulltime

Site agent

Morson is recruiting for an experienced Site Agent with a strong background in E...

Location

United Kingdom , Calvert

Salary:

Not provided

Morson Talent

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

HNC or Degree in Construction / Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
Demonstrable knowledge of Site Engineering activities and construction supervision
Proven experience in Earthworks and/or Drainage
Valid CSCS Card (Black, Gold, White, White/Yellow, Red Experienced or Red Provisional – 6 months)
SMSTS Certificate
Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle

Job Responsibility

Support the development and implementation of construction strategy
Lead kick-off meetings and oversee pre-commencement documentation including: Method Statements, Environmental & Quality Plans, Construction programmes, Procurement schedules, Design deliverable schedules
Coordinate labour, plant, materials, and temporary works alongside the Agent and Section Foreman
Manage and mentor the Site Engineering team, including performance and development of Site and Section Engineers
Ensure construction activities meet contractual, safety, health, environmental and quality (SHEQ) standards
Contribute to: Programme development and progress reporting, Resource and cost planning, Financial forecasting, Site measurement and material reconciliations, Cost control

Fulltime

Section engineer

Randstad are recruiting for a number of Freelance section engineer roles to work...

Location

United Kingdom , Aylesbury

Salary:

Not provided

Randstad

Expiration Date

May 31, 2026

Requirements

Significant amount of experience on Earthworks, Structures and/or Highways
Must be eligible to live and work in the UK

Job Responsibility

Engineers and subcontractor management and/or Self delivery
Planning, forecasting and delivering work
Liaising with clients and stakeholders
Developing programmes, Risk assessments, Quality assurance
Managing design, NCRs, RFI's, H&S

Section Engineer

Section Engineer – Rail / Civil Engineering. 6‑month contract. £390 per shift (U...

Location

United Kingdom , Leeds

Salary:

Not provided

Ganymede

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering
Experience on major civils: piling, RC structures, drainage, earthworks, etc.
Ability to guide and manage junior Site Engineers
Strong understanding of Tier 1 paperwork and processes across H&S, quality, and commercial
Rail experience beneficial but not essential

Job Responsibility

Reporting to the Sub Agent and supervising the engineering team through construction to handover
Managing and developing the Site Engineers
Supporting temporary works coordination and design briefs
Planning labour, plant, materials and temporary works with the Sub Agent and Foreman
Identifying and resolving technical issues on site
Ensuring works comply with safety, quality, and programme requirements
Coordinating subcontractors and monitoring performance
Ensuring the team has current drawings, information, and resources
Assisting with programmes, progress reporting, resource planning and cost control
Producing accurate site records and daily diaries

What we offer

Uplifted rates for nights & weekends
Accommodation allowance available
PTS training provided if needed

Fulltime

Geotechnical Projects Manager

Lead. Innovate. Shape the Ground Beneath Our Future. We’re looking for an influe...

Location

United Kingdom , Preston

Salary:

60000.00 GBP / Year

McCarthy Recruitment

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Environmental Engineering, or similar
Proven geotechnical design experience with strong CQA and earthworks background
Confident user of AutoCAD and Civil 3D
Strong leadership of junior engineers, technicians, or surveyors
Skilled communicator with excellent technical writing capability

Job Responsibility

Drive geotechnical design for foundations, slopes, earthworks, and ground improvement
Oversee and review CQA validation for landfills, engineered slopes, and bulk earthworks
Direct ground investigations, interpret soil/rock data, and prepare high-quality technical reports
Ensure all ground engineering outputs are technically sound, compliant, and commercially effective
Lead on-site quality monitoring — including compaction, lining systems, and material compliance
Produce precise, professional CQA validation reports aligned with regulatory and design standards
Support environmental and engineering compliance on all earthworks and infrastructure schemes
Manage topographic, boundary, drone, and as-built survey workflows
Ensure complete integration of survey outputs into design, CQA, and volume calculations
Champion innovation in drone technologies, photogrammetry, and digital data capture

What we offer

Car

Fulltime

Principal Civil Engineer

BSP Consulting has an immediate vacancy for a Principal Civil Engineer Nottingha...

Location

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Salary:

Not provided

BSP Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Specific experience in the use of AutoCAD for technical drawing
A strong background of Degree level Civil Engineering and a logical analytical approach to problem solving
Civil3D or PDS, InfoDrainage or MicroDrainage software experience
Knowledge of the construction industry and basic health and safety
10+ years of relevant technical experience
Strong client‑care skills
Effective communicator in written English and verbal communication
Solid understanding of the construction industry, current design standards, and health and safety requirements
Experience with InfoDrainage, Civil 3D for design, and AutoCAD for technical drawing
A strong background of English, Mathematics and a logical analytical approach to problem solving

Job Responsibility

Management, design, and drafting of a wide range of civil engineering schemes
Section 278 / Section 38 highway works for adoption
Section 104 / Section 185 drainage works for adoption
Private levels and private drainage design
External works design
Cut and fill analysis and earthworks design
Sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) design
Liaison with local authorities, water companies, the Environment Agency, and project stakeholders
Design and drafting of civil engineering works across multiple sectors
Deputise for the team leader, supporting the planning and organisation of tasks, people, and resources

What we offer

Mentorship towards ICE Chartership can be provided where required

Fulltime

Site Engineer

My client is seeking to recruit a number of Site Engineers in Ayelsbury with Dra...

Location

United Kingdom , Aylesbury

Salary:

Not provided

Randstad

Expiration Date

April 12, 2026

Requirements

HNC/Degree (Construction/Civil Engineering related)
CSCS White, White-Yellow, Red - Experienced, Black - Manager or Gold - Supervisor
Demonstration of knowledge and practical application of Site Engineering activities combined with construction supervision skills
Experience in utilities, earthworks, heavy structures or drainage is essential
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK

Job Responsibility

Responsible on site for other junior engineers and assists in the construction operations
Liaise with the Sub Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant and materials to carry out works activities to the required standards, programme and budget
Responsible for work with the other team members of the setting-out team
Responsible for the performance and development of the junior engineers
Identifying and resolving technical problems on site in liaison with the senior team and Sub-Agent
Monitoring and coordinating subcontractors in the performance of their works, ensuring they are completed to the contractual requirements
Ensuring that the team have all current information and resources required to carry out their duties
Assist with the production of programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans and contribute to financial forecasting

Assistant Site Engineer

EKFB is looking to recruit an Assistant Site Engineer with Earthworks and/or Str...

Location

United Kingdom , Buckingham

Salary:

Not provided

EKFB

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

HNC/Degree (Construction/Civil Engineering related) or equivalent and working towards institute membership (ICE)
Experience in Earthworks and/or Structures is essential
Demonstration of knowledge and practical application of Site Engineering activities combined with construction supervision skills
CSCS card required (Black, Gold, White, White/Yellow, Red Experienced or Red Provisional (6 months))
Full driving licence and access to a vehicle required

Job Responsibility

Liaise with the Sub Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant and materials to carry out works activities to the required standards, programme and budget
Work with the other team members of the setting-out team
Be responsible for the performance and development of the junior engineers
Identify and resolve technical problems on site in liaison with the senior team and Sub-Agent
Monitor and coordinate subcontractors in the performance of their works, ensuring they are completed to the contractual requirements
Ensure the team have all current information and resources required to carry out their duties
Assist with the production of programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans and contribute to financial forecasting

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits

Fulltime

Section engineer - earthworks

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Aylesbury

Category:
Construction

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

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Job Posted:
February 16, 2026

Expiration:
April 12, 2026

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