Section Engineer

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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 high 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 a consistently high standard, maintaining strong client relationships, and securing repeat work across both public and private sectors.
This is a performance-driven environment where expectations are high, but support and structure are firmly in place.

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 site 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 day-to-day 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 reinforced concrete 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 driven Section Engineer with strong experience in heavy civils.

You’ll bring:

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

What’s In It For You?
Long-term role on a major, high-profile infrastructure project
Leadership responsibility within a nationally recognised scheme
Exposure to complex, technically challenging engineering works
Competitive salary and benefits package
Strong pipeline of future projects and career progression opportunities 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 a fantastic opportunity to advance your career on a high-impact scheme.

Interested? Apply now to find out more
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Location:
Plymouth
Salary:
£340 - £380 /day PAYE plus Holiday Pay
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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