Section Engineer

Our client, a specialist contractor within the utilities and infrastructure sector, is seeking an experienced Section Engineer for projects across East London. The business delivers a range of civil engineering and utility infrastructure works, including new sewer installations, manhole construction, drainage diversions, and associated groundwork packages on major UK infrastructure schemes. Responsibilities of Section Engineer:
Preparing and reviewing project documentation, including: RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements) Permits to Work ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans) Temporary Works documentation Assisting with programme development and buildability assessments Coordinating with clients, water authorities, and principal contractors Setting out for drainage and sewer infrastructure works Managing Site Engineers and site operatives Supervising groundwork, temporary works, and permanent works activities Overseeing construction of new manholes and sewer networks Ensuring works are delivered in line with quality standards, specifications, and health & safety requirements Liaising with Temporary Works Coordinators and design teams Producing as-built drawings Preparing QA documentation and project handover packs Supporting project completion procedures and client sign-off Skills & Experience Required for Section Engineer:
Essential Experience working as a Section Engineer or Senior Site Engineer within drainage, sewage, utilities, or civil infrastructure projects Strong knowledge of groundwork, temporary works, and permanent works Experience delivering new manhole and sewer construction works Competent in setting out Experience leading site teams and supervising engineers Strong understanding of QA and construction documentation, including RAMS, ITPs, permits, and as-built records Experience working with water authorities and principal contractors Valid CSCS card

Desirable Experience on major UK infrastructure projects Confined Space certification Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) qualification or similar Appointed Person (AP) qualification beneficial