Highways Section Engineer: Lead, Inspect & Mentor

Jackson Civil Engineering; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in Greater London is hiring a Section Engineer to oversee quality and safety for Highway projects. The ideal candidate should possess highway schemes experience, leadership skills, and a degree in Civil Engineering. This role provides the chance to manage a team, ensuring high standards on projects. Candidates will enjoy a supportive work culture with benefits such as life assurance, a pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development. A full UK driving license is required, along with a willingness to travel.

Benefits

Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)

Company car / car allowance

Company pension scheme (up to 8% match)

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Extensive training programmes

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee benefits platform

Free on-site parking

Company social calendar

Regular fun days and charity events

The Great Escape - early Friday leave

Qualifications

• Good understanding of ITPs and quality assurance process.
• Experience of working on infrastructure projects preferably with Highways.
• Must hold a full UK driving license and be willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with site management for quality take offs.
• Manage inspections and testing to ensure conformance with design.
• Train and mentor Junior Engineers.

Skills

Highway schemes experience

Leadership skills

Understanding of construction practices

Quality assurance process knowledge

Education

Civil Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

CSCS card

SSTS card

First Aid certificate

NRWSA

Cat and Genny

Job description

A leading civil engineering firm in Greater London is hiring a Section Engineer to oversee quality and safety for Highway projects. The ideal candidate should possess highway schemes experience, leadership skills, and a degree in Civil Engineering. This role provides the chance to manage a team, ensuring high standards on projects. Candidates will enjoy a supportive work culture with benefits such as life assurance, a pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development. A full UK driving license is required, along with a willingness to travel.