Section Engineer

Position: Section Engineer (Contract)
Section Engineer - Devonport (MOD Project)

Location:

Plymouth - Devonport (100% site-based)
Rate: c. £450 per day (Umbrella PAYE)

Contract:

Contract role

Hours:

45 per week (approx. 07:30-17:00)

The Role

We're looking for a hands-on Section Engineer to join a major, long-term construction programme king within a live MOD environment, you'll be embedded on site, reporting directly to the WRB / Building Lead, providing essential engineering, setting-out and technical support to keep works moving safely and accurately.

This is a proper site role-ideal for someone who enjoys being close to the work, solving problems in real time, and driving quality on a complex, regulated project.

BPSS clearance required (can take up to 8 weeks).
Applicants must have 5 years UK residency and hold a NATO or MISWG passport.

What You'll Be Doing

Managing and updating as-built drawings and drawing registers
Setting out works and maintaining tight dimensional control
Providing day-to-day engineering support and resolving technical queries
Recording inspections, tests and workmanship (concrete, drainage, piling, etc.)
Monitoring progress against programme, quality and quantities
Maintaining calibration records for setting-out equipment
Producing site sketches and recording technical instructions

What We're Looking For

Proven experience as a Section Engineer or similar site-based role
Civil Engineering qualification (or equivalent) preferred
CSCS White and SSSTS essential
Experience in live, regulated or secure environments highly desirable
Working towards ICE / IStruct

E chartership an advantage

Why Apply?

Long-term work on a high-profile MOD project
Strong day rate and full-time site presence
Stable, well-structured programme with real engineering challenge👉 If you're a capable Section Engineer who thrives on site and wants a solid role at Devonport, apply now