Section Engineer

Danny Sullivan & Sons Ltd; Bangor; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site allowance

Job summary

Danny Sullivan & Sons Ltd seeks an experienced Section Engineer for a major infrastructure and energy project in North Wales. You will coordinate site engineering activities, oversee construction operations and ensure works align with drawings, specs and programme requirements.

The role emphasizes safety, quality and delivery, with long-term continuity through May 2027 and collaboration within an established project team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Section Engineer on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in heavy civil works and delivery capability.
• Ability to coordinate site engineering activities and subcontractors.
• Proficient in interpreting drawings, specs and method statements.
• Solid understanding of health, safety and site procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day engineering activities for a project section.
• Oversee site teams and ensure works meet drawings and specs.
• Coordinate setting out, surveying and quality control.
• Review engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Monitor progress and resolve technical issues and delays.
• Liaise with Site Managers, PMs and subcontractors for coordination.
• Supervise subcontractors and ensure safety compliance.
• Prepare RAMS, ITPs and permits; maintain site records.
• Support delivery in line with deadlines and budget.

Skills

Section Engineer experience

Heavy civil construction

Site coordination

Reading drawings & specs

Health & safety focus

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Section Engineer

Location: North Wales

Project: Major Infrastructure / Energy Project

Duration: Contract until May 2027

Position: Section Engineer

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Section Engineer to join a major infrastructure and energy project in North Wales.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and delivery-focused Section Engineer to become part of a significant infrastructure scheme, working within an established project team and supporting the successful delivery of complex civil engineering and construction works.

The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating site engineering activities, overseeing construction operations and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project specifications, drawings and programme requirements.

The project is currently expected to run until May 2027, offering a good level of continuity for the successful candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate day-to-day engineering activities within an allocated section of the project.
• Oversee site engineering teams and ensure construction activities are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and method statements.
• Coordinate setting out, surveying and dimensional control to ensure accuracy throughout the construction process.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Monitor construction progress against the agreed programme and identify potential delays or engineering issues.
• Liaise closely with Site Managers, Project Managers, subcontractors and other engineering disciplines to ensure effective coordination.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors, ensuring works are completed to the required technical and quality standards.
• Ensure all works are undertaken in accordance with health and safety requirements, environmental procedures and company policies.
• Assist with the preparation and review of RAMS, ITPs, permits and other relevant construction documentation.
• Carry out quality inspections, ensure compliance with specifications and manage the resolution of technical queries.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges and engineering issues arising during construction.
• Maintain accurate site records, as-built information, inspection records and daily progress reports.
• Support the delivery of works in line with project deadlines, quality expectations and commercial objectives.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Section Engineer within civil engineering or major infrastructure projects.
• A strong background in heavy civil engineering and construction delivery.
• Experience managing and coordinating site engineering activities and subcontractors.
• Good knowledge of construction methodologies, engineering principles and site procedures.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and construction documentation.
• Experience with surveying, setting out and engineering quality control.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements within a live construction environment.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider project team.
• Relevant engineering qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to work on a major infrastructure and energy project.
• Long-term contract opportunity, with works currently anticipated to continue until May 2027.
• The chance to join an established and experienced project delivery team.
• Exposure to technically challenging and large-scale civil engineering works.
• A key engineering position with responsibility for coordinating and delivering construction activities.