Section Engineer

Overview

EKFB is a joint venture bringing together international, market‑leading expertise from four civil engineering and construction companies:
Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial and BAM Nuttall. The company is appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80 km section of the new high‑speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood, including 15 viaducts, 5 km of green tunnels, 22 km of road diversions, 67 over bridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation.

We are seeking a Section Engineer to join our growing Green Tunnels team based in Wendover, Buckinghamshire. In this role you will manage junior engineers and assist the Sub Agent in construction operations.

• Report to the Sub Agent and supervise the site engineering team from construction to close‑out.
• Assist with temporary works design schemes, and 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.
• Manage the site setting‑out team and oversee the performance and development of the Site Engineers.
• Identify and resolve technical problems on site in liaison with the Sub‑Agent.
• Monitor and coordinate subcontractors, ensuring they complete works to contractual requirements.
• Prepare programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans, and contribute to financial forecasting.

• HNC/Degree in Construction or Civil Engineering, or equivalent, with progress towards ICE membership.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of site engineering activities combined with construction supervision skills.
• Experience in utilities, earthworks, heavy structures or drainage is essential.
• Own transport available to attend site(s) in remote areas and a full driving licence.
• Required competencies:
  • SMSTS or SSSTS.
  • CSCS card:
    White, White‑Yellow, Red – Experienced, Black – Manager, or Gold – Supervisor.

EKFB is proud of our track record delivering major infrastructure projects such as Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, the Mersey Gateway and the Bretagne‑Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link. We are committed to continuous improvement and to building an inclusive, collaborative and forward‑thinking culture. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and abilities.

Competitive salary and benefits are offered. BPSS security clearance will be required as part of the onboarding process. Pre‑employment checks will include references, , driving licence and right‑to‑work verification. If you require any additional support during the application process, please let us know.