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Section Engineer

Job in Essex, Essex County, England, UK
Listing for: Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-14
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Site Manager, Quality Engineering
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering, Site Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 520 GBP Daily GBP 520.00 DAY
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Section Engineer - Lower Thames Crossing

Location:

Lower Thames Crossing - Roads North Project
Rate: £500-£520 per day

Contract:

6 months
Start: ASAP
Interview: ASAP
We are currently seeking an experienced Section Engineer to join the Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) Roads North Project, working with a major Tier 1 contractor on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects.
The successful candidate will have proven experience in a similar Section Engineer or Senior Production Engineer role, ideally gained on large-scale infrastructure projects. The role will involve leading and supporting Site Engineers across production, engineering, quality, programme and handover activities.

Key Responsibilities

Produce three-week lookahead programmes aligned with the stage programme.
Monitor progress, record and report programme variances.
Review permanent and temporary design drawings ahead of works and resolve design queries.
Provide guidance and coaching to engineers on specifications, standards and setting out.
Develop and review Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) for self-delivered works and subcontractor activities.
Carry out weekly audits of Site Engineer reports and records.
Raise and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and corrective actions.
Produce Material Approvals and review subcontractor submissions.
Produce Works Package Plans and conduct weekly safety tours.
Ensure works comply with LTC specifications, environmental requirements and project standards.
Ensure plant and materials are appropriately resourced and procured.
Produce and approve redlines and compile construction certificates.
Provide input into O&M manuals and H&S files.
Lead, support and coach Site Engineers and Apprentices.

Essential Requirements

Proven experience in a similar Section Engineer / Senior Production Engineer role.
Experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Good knowledge of construction regulations and best practices.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Engineering or Construction Management qualification.
Full UK driving licence.
CSCS.
Ability to complete a fit-for-work medical.
Ability to pass a pre-start drug and alcohol test.
Ability to obtain BPSS Security Clearance, including provision of a basic DBS check.

Contract Details

£500-£520 per day
6-month initial contract
Immediate interview
Immediate start
Major Lower Thames Crossing infrastructure project
Based on the Lower Thames Crossing Roads North Project
If you are an experienced Section Engineer with major infrastructure experience and are available for an immediate interview and start, please apply now for immediate consideration
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