Highways Section Engineer – Lead National Schemes

Carrington West; Penrith; On-site; GBP 43,200 - 52,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A well-established civil engineering contractor is seeking a motivated Section Engineer - Highways to join their team in Penrith, working on major National Highways projects. The ideal candidate will have experience coordinating engineering activities and ensuring project specifications are met. Key responsibilities include managing site activities, ensuring health and safety standards, and collaborating with teams. Offering a salary of up to £48,000, this permanent position presents excellent career progression opportunities within the highways and infrastructure sector.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Section Engineer or Site Engineer on highways projects.
• Strong understanding of highways construction processes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day engineering activities on site.
• Support planning and delivery of highways construction works.
• Ensure works are carried out according to specifications.

Skills

Experience on National Highways projects

Understanding of highways construction standards

Project management skills

Ability to interpret engineering drawings

Strong communication skills

Education

Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering

Job description

A well-established civil engineering contractor is seeking a motivated Section Engineer - Highways to join their team in Penrith, working on major National Highways projects. The ideal candidate will have experience coordinating engineering activities and ensuring project specifications are met. Key responsibilities include managing site activities, ensuring health and safety standards, and collaborating with teams. Offering a salary of up to £48,000, this permanent position presents excellent career progression opportunities within the highways and infrastructure sector.