Section Engineer

Hyreus; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyreus is recruiting an experienced Section Engineer for a Cumbria-based role with a leading Tier One civil engineering contractor operating in the power and nuclear sectors. You will support engineering delivery, ensure works align with drawings, specs and programmes, and work with site management, designers and subcontractors to drive safe, accurate construction.

The role focuses on setting out, surveying and technical coordination across a major infrastructure project, contributing to quality

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Section Engineer or similar civil role.
• Strong civil engineering and construction background, ideally major infrastructure.
• Experience with Tier One contractors or complex projects is advantageous.
• Experience in power, nuclear, energy or regulated sectors is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day engineering activities within your allocated section of the project.
• Ensure works follow drawings, specs, method statements and standards.
• Set out, survey and manage dimensional control for accurate delivery.
• Coordinate engineering activities with site teams and subcontractors.
• Review drawings and technical information and raise queries when needed.
• Support inspection and test plans and quality documentation.

Skills

Section Engineer experience

Civil engineering

Setting out

Surveying

Coordination

Health & safety awareness

Education

Civil Engineering qualification

Tools

Surveying equipment

Digital engineering tools

Construction software

Job description

Hyreus is currently recruiting an experienced Section Engineer for an exciting opportunity based in Cumbria with a leading Tier One civil engineering contractor operating within the power and nuclear sectors.

The successful candidate will support the engineering and technical delivery of major civil engineering and infrastructure works, ensuring construction activities are completed safely, accurately and in line with project specifications, drawings and programme requirements. Working closely with site management, subcontractors, design teams and other engineering professionals, you will take responsibility for engineering activities within your designated section of the project.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Section Engineer to contribute to complex infrastructure projects within a highly regulated environment, supporting the successful delivery of significant power and nuclear works.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day engineering activities within your allocated section of the project.
• Ensure construction works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements and relevant standards.
• Undertake setting out, surveying and dimensional control to ensure accurate construction delivery.
• Coordinate engineering activities with site managers, supervisors, subcontractors and project teams.
• Review construction drawings and technical information, raising technical queries where clarification is required.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure engineering deliverables align with project programmes and milestones.
• Support the preparation and implementation of inspection and test plans, quality documentation and inspection records.
• Carry out site inspections and checks to ensure works meet required quality standards and project specifications.
• Assist with the coordination of temporary works, construction methodologies and technical interfaces.
• Identify and resolve engineering issues, escalating complex technical matters where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate site records, including as-built information, survey data, daily reports and quality documentation.
• Support the implementation of health, safety and environmental procedures, ensuring engineering activities are planned and delivered safely.
• Work closely with the commercial and planning teams to support progress reporting, quantities and programme coordination.
• Assist with the management of subcontractor activities, ensuring work is completed in accordance with project requirements.
• Contribute to a positive site culture focused on safety, quality, teamwork and continuous improvement.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as a Section Engineer, Site Engineer or in a similar civil engineering role.
• A strong background in civil engineering and construction, ideally within major infrastructure projects.
• Experience working for a Tier One contractor or on complex construction projects would be highly advantageous.
• Previous experience within the power, nuclear, energy or other highly regulated sectors would be beneficial.
• Competent in setting out, surveying, interpreting technical drawings and managing engineering controls on site.
• Good understanding of construction methods, specifications, quality assurance and inspection processes.
• Knowledge of relevant UK health and safety legislation and safe systems of work.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and working collaboratively with site management and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage priorities in a demanding site environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to raise technical issues and coordinate solutions.
• A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Familiarity with surveying equipment, digital engineering tools and standard construction software.
• A proactive approach to safety, quality and technical compliance.
• The ability to work effectively within a project team and take ownership of engineering activities