Section Engineer

HS2 Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Travel allowance

Flexible working

Job summary

HS2 Ltd. is recruiting for a Site/MEP Engineer to support the Midlands section of the HS2 project. Based in Coventry, you will work with Balfour Beatty VINCI on delivering MEP works across a major rail infrastructure program.

You will review drawings, coordinate interfaces with civil/rail teams, manage subcontractors, and ensure compliance with project standards. Applicants should have a related engineering degree and CSCS card.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
• Experience as Section Engineer, Site Engineer or MEP Engineer on infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of MEP systems and installation practices.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating site activities.
• CSCS card and site-based construction qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate delivery of MEP works for assigned section.
• Provide engineering support to construction teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Review drawings, specs, submissions and construction methodologies.
• Ensure works meet approved designs, standards and project requirements.
• Coordinate interfaces between MEP, civil, structural, architectural and rail systems.
• Identify and resolve technical issues arising during construction and installation.
• Monitor site progress and support programme delivery.

Education

Degree / HNC / HND in Mechanical/Electrical Building Services Engineering

CSCS card

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Knowledge of MEP systems and installation practices

Experience coordinating site activities and subcontractors

Job description

HS2, Britain's new high-speed railway is at peak construction. Balfour Beatty VINCI is HS2’s construction partner in the Midlands, responsible for delivering 90km of the route, from Long Itchington in Warwickshire to the centre of Birmingham and on to Handsacre in Staffordshire.

Now is a great time to join us and be part of a diverse team of nearly 9,000 people from over 80 nationalities working together to deliver major assets including bridges, tunnels and viaducts. Whether onsite or officed based all colleagues have a key part to play in delivering this critical transport infrastructure project.

Location

Based in Coventry - the South Region comprises Sublots 2B, 2A and 1A Long Itchington Wood. It stretches for approximately 39.2km from Finham Brook to Southam through a mixture of rural and suburban landscapes.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage and coordinate the delivery of MEP works within an assigned section of the project.
• Provide engineering support to construction teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Review drawings, specifications, technical submissions and construction methodologies.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with approved designs, standards and project requirements.
• Coordinate interfaces between MEP, civil, structural, architectural and rail systems teams.
• Identify and resolve technical issues arising during construction and installation activities.
• Monitor site progress and support programme delivery objectives.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with BBV, HS2 and statutory health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Implement Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and quality control procedures.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and quality assurance checks.
• Support testing, commissioning and handover activities.
• Ensure all engineering records and documentation are maintained accurately.
  

Planning & Coordination

• Assist in short-term and long-term planning of MEP activities.
• Coordinate subcontractors and specialist suppliers to ensure efficient delivery.
• Participate in daily briefings, coordination meetings and programme reviews.
• Monitor material requirements and installation readiness.
• Support construction sequencing and logistics planning.

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Prepare engineering reports, progress updates and technical documentation.
• Liaise with designers, construction managers, project controls teams and client representatives.
• Raise and manage technical queries, NCRs and design change requests.
• Support risk management and issue resolution activities.
  
• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience working as a Section Engineer, Site Engineer or MEP Engineer on construction or infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health systems and installation practices.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating site activities.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, specifications and design documentation.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and inspection processes.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• CSCS card and relevant site-based construction qualifications.
  

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.

Why Join Us

Flexible working options

Free parking & travel allowance (where eligible)

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations

About Us

Balfour Beatty VINCI is a joint venture with over 30 years of experience delivering iconic infrastructure, including the Channel Tunnel, Crossrail, and upgrading some of the UK’s busiest motorways. On HS2, we’re building everything from viaducts and tunnels to bridges and embankments across the West Midlands.

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming people from all backgrounds, abilities and neurodiversities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities.

Flexible Working

We’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements to suit your needs, aligned with project requirements.