Rail Renewals Section Engineer – Earthworks Lead

VolkerWessels; Lower Halstock Leigh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Birthday day off

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work

Training & development

Flexible working

Employee Assistance programme

Mental health support

Job summary

VolkerFitzpatrick seeks an experienced Section Engineer for the Southern Renewals Enterprise project, based from Gravesend, Kent. You will lead on-site engineering activities, manage earthworks delivery and build strong client relationships on a major rail renewal framework.

The role focuses on engineering management, site coordination, and delivering critical rail infrastructure works within a long-term programme, with opportunities for professional development and chartership support.

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience delivering civil engineering infrastructure projects.
• Good understanding of construction techniques, engineering controls and project delivery processes.
• Experience supervising engineering activities and coordinating site operations.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Knowledge of Network Rail standards and procedures.
• Temporary Works Coordinator or Supervisor training.
• Membership with ICE or similar institution.

Skills

On-site supervision

Rail/earthworks

Communication

Driver's license

Project delivery

Engineering leadership

Engineering standards

ICE membership

Education

Civil Engineering degree/HNC/HND or equivalent

CSCS card

ICE or equivalent professional membership

Job description

VolkerFitzpatrick seeks an experienced Section Engineer for the Southern Renewals Enterprise project, based from Gravesend, Kent. You will lead on-site engineering activities, manage earthworks delivery and build strong client relationships on a major rail renewal framework.

The role focuses on engineering management, site coordination, and delivering critical rail infrastructure works within a long-term programme, with opportunities for professional development and chartership support.