Civil Section Engineer

Matchtech; Ringway; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech seeks a Civil Section Engineer for a permanent role within the AMP8 Framework with United Utilities, focusing on strengthening Construction and Project delivery teams in the water sector.

The role requires strong setting-out, surveying, and engineering control experience, with a track record on major infrastructure projects and a commitment to safety and quality documentation. Excellent technical mentoring will be part of the role.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Experience as Site/Section Engineer on civil projects or major infrastructure.
• Setting-out, surveying and engineering control proficiency.
• Knowledge of specifications, standards and tolerances.
• Experience producing method statements and risk assessments.
• CDM safety knowledge and site procedures.
• CSCS card and SMSTS/IOSH qualification.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Temporary Works Supervisor qualification or progression towards.
• Experience in major projects or Tier 1 contractor environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering control for an area of works, ensuring accurate setting-out and surveying.
• Interpret designs, raise technical queries with clear, solution-driven proposals.
• Establish and maintain primary control points and site tolerances.
• Oversee as-built surveys, checks and verifications.
• Provide technical guidance to Site Engineers, Graduates and Apprentices.
• Collaborate with Temporary Works teams to define and safely execute temporary works.

Skills

Setting-out

Surveying

Engineering control

Risk assessments

Quality documentation

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

BIM

Job description

Our client, a leading integrated design and build provider in the water sector, is currently seeking a Civil Section Engineer to join their team. This is a permanent role within the AMP8 Framework Agreement with United Utilities, focused on strengthening the Construction and Project delivery teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering control for an area of works, ensuring accurate setting‑out, surveying, and dimensional control.
• Interpret design information, identify inconsistencies, and raise technical queries with clear, solution‑driven proposals.
• Establish and maintain primary control points, ensuring protection, verification, and compliance with project tolerances.
• Oversee as‑built surveys, engineering checks, and verification activities.
• Provide technical guidance and coaching to Site Engineers, Graduates, and Apprentices.
• Collaborate with Temporary Works teams to ensure temporary works requirements are clearly defined and safely executed.

Job Requirements

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering
• Experience as a Site / Section Engineer within civil engineering or major infrastructure projects.
• Strong competence in setting‑out, surveying, and engineering control.
• Understanding of specifications, standards, and construction tolerances.
• Proficiency in producing method statements, risk assessments, and quality documentation.
• Knowledge of CDM, construction safety, and site procedures.
• CSCS card (appropriate level) and SMSTS/IOSH qualification.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) qualification or working towards.
• Experience in major projects or Tier 1 contractor environments.
• Knowledge of BIM and digital assurance systems.

If you are an experienced Civil Section Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity in the water sector, we would love to hear from you.