Section Engineer

Carrington West; Coventry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer for a freelance role on a major highways and infrastructure project. This position focuses on the bridge and structures element, requiring strong expertise in bridge construction and effective coordination with site teams. Ideal candidates are degree-qualified in Civil Engineering, proactive in problem-solving, and hold relevant CSCS certification. This is an excellent opportunity with competitive daily rates, offering ownership of significant engineering work.

Benefits

Competitive CIS daily rate

Opportunity for ownership of significant projects

Work with a reputable contractor

Qualifications

• Strong background in structures/bridge construction within highways or large infrastructure projects.
• Solid understanding of RC structures, bridge builds, and temporary works processes.
• Valid CSCS; SMSTS and TWC/TWS advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering delivery for bridge works and associated structural activities.
• Coordinate site operations, ensuring compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
• Review drawings, ITPs, and method statements, providing technical support.

Skills

Bridge construction

Structural engineering

Coordination with site teams

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

I'm recruiting on behalf of a leading civil engineering contractor who are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer / Section Engineer on a freelance basis to support the delivery of a major highways and infrastructure project. This role will focus specifically on the bridge and structures element of the scheme, taking responsibility for key engineering and coordination activities on site.

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable engineer who is immediately available or approaching the end of their current assignment and looking to join a well-respected contractor on a high-profile project.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering delivery for bridge works and associated structural activities.
• Coordinate site operations, ensuring compliance with design specifications, quality standards, and H&S requirements.
• Review drawings, ITPs, and method statements, providing technical support and buildability solutions.
• Manage and support site engineers and subcontractors to maintain progress against programme.
• Oversee setting out, temporary works interfaces, and technical assurance activities.
• Liaise with the design team to resolve technical issues and drive efficiency.
• Maintain accurate site records, QA documentation, and daily reporting.

Candidate Requirements

• Strong background in structures/bridge construction within highways or large infrastructure projects.
• Degree-qualified or equivalent in Civil Engineering.
• Solid understanding of RC structures, bridge builds, and temporary works processes.
• Confident communicator able to coordinate effectively with site teams and subcontractors.
• Proactive approach to problem‑solving and maintaining progress on site.
• Valid CSCS; SMSTS and TWC/TWS advantageous.
• Prior freelance experience beneficial but not essential.

Why This Assignment?

• Freelance role with competitive CIS daily rate.
• Opportunity to take ownership of a major bridge structure on a flagship project.
• Work with a reputable contractor known for delivering complex civil engineering schemes.

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