Section Engineer

Eiffage Kier; Chipping Warden; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Eiffage Kier is looking for a Section Engineer in Chipping Warden to manage site engineering activities and junior engineers. Responsibilities include assisting with construction operations, reporting to the Sub Agent, and ensuring all work meets contractual requirements. Candidates should hold a relevant HNC/Degree and demonstrate experience in construction supervision, particularly in utilities, heavy structures, and Highways and drainage. A full driving license and necessary certifications are required.

Qualifications

• HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering or equivalent and working towards ICE membership.
• Knowledge of Site Engineering activities with construction supervision experience.
• Experience in utilities, heavy structures, or Highways and drainage is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage junior engineers and supervise site engineering team.
• Assist with temporary works design schemes and allocate resources.
• Identify and resolve technical problems on site and coordinate subcontractors.

Skills

Knowledge of Site Engineering activities

Construction supervision skills

Experience in utilities, heavy structures, Highways and drainage

Full driving licence

Education

HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering

Tools

CSCS White, White-Yellow, Red

SMSTS or SSSTS certification

Job description

About The Role

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. We are seeking to recruit a Section Engineer to join our Highways and Drainage teams in Chipping Warden.

The Section Engineer manages junior engineers and assists the Sub Agent in construction operations. You will report to the Sub Agent and supervise the site engineering team from construction to close out, assisting with temporary works design schemes and liaising with the Sub Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant and materials to carry out works activities to the required standards, programme and budget.

You will be responsible for managing the site setting‑out team and for the performance and development of the Site Engineers. In addition, you will identify and resolve technical problems on site in liaison with the Sub‑Agent and monitor and coordinate subcontractors ensuring their works are completed to contractual requirements.

Ensuring the team has all current information and resources required to carry out their duties, you will assist with the production of programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans and contribute to financial forecasting.

BPSS security clearance will be required during the onboarding process.

About You

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• HNC/Degree (Construction/Civil Engineering related) or equivalent and working towards institute membership (ICE)
• Demonstration of knowledge and practical application of Site Engineering activities combined with construction supervision skills.
• Experience in utilities, heavy structures or Highways and drainage is essential for this role.
  • Must have own transport to be able to attend site(s) in remote areas.
  • Full driving licence required.
    • You must hold an SMSTS or SSSTS.
    • CSCS White, White‑Yellow, Red – Experienced, Black – Manager or Gold – Supervisor.