Section Engineer

EKFB; Chipping Warden; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

EKFB is recruiting a Section Engineer for the Highways and Drainage teams in Chipping Warden. You will manage junior engineers, report to the Sub Agent, and supervise the site engineering team from construction to close out.

You will assist with temporary works design, allocate resources, and ensure works meet standards, programme and budget. Experience in utilities/highways/drainage is essential, with a valid driving licence and transport.

Qualifications

• HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Working towards ICE membership.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of site engineering and construction supervision.
• Experience in utilities, heavy structures or highways and drainage.
• Full driving licence and own transport to attend site.
• SMSTS or SSSTS; CSCS White/White-Yellow/Red - Experienced/Black - Manager or Gold - Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the site engineering team from construction to close out.
• Coordinate with Sub Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant and materials.
• Oversee temporary works design schemes and resolve technical on-site issues.
• Monitor subcontractors to ensure works meet contractual requirements and programmes.

Skills

Site engineering

Construction supervision

Utilities experience

Highways and drainage

Full driving licence

Own transport

Education

HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering

ICE membership in progress

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’re 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 be required to report to the Sub Agent and supervise the site engineering team from construction to close out. Assisting with temporary works design schemes, you will liaise 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’ll be responsible for managingthe site setting-out team and be responsible for the performance and development of the Site Engineers and alsofor identifying and resolving technical problems on site in liaison with the Sub-Agent. Monitoring and coordinating subcontractors in the performance of their works, ensuring they are completed to the contractual requirements.

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

About Us

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.

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. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.

In return, we’re offering a competitive salary & benefits.

EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.

We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.

Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.

Pre-employment checks: It’s worth remembering that we’ll undertake the relevant/standard employment checks if you’re successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.

NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of 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