Section Engineer

BAM UK & Ireland; Finstown; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company car/car allowance/travel allowance

8% matched pension contributions

Private healthcare

Life assurance

26 days holiday

2 wellbeing days

1 volunteering day

Personal and professional development

Job summary

BAM UK & Ireland is seeking a driven Section Engineer for a new energy infrastructure project in Finstown, Orkney. This role involves ensuring safety, managing site operations, and preparing necessary documentation. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Civil Engineering and necessary certifications. The position includes benefits such as competitive salary, private healthcare, and development opportunities, with accommodation and travel arrangements provided. Join us in building a sustainable future!

Qualifications

• Degree, HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent NVQ Level.
• CSCS Level - Academically or Professionally Qualified Person/Supervisory/Manager.
• SSSTS certification.

Responsibilities

• Set a high personal example of safety and environmental behaviour.
• Communicate with foremen and gangers for clarity on information.
• Prepare written risk assessments and method statements.

Education

Degree or HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent NVQ Level

CSCS Level - Academically or Professionally Qualified Person/Supervisory/Manager

SSSTS

Job description

About the Role

Building a sustainable tomorrow BAM UK & Ireland are seeking a driven and ambitious Section Engineer to join our collaborative project team on a new energy infrastructure scheme in Finstown, Orkney. Based on‑site in Orkney, you’ll be at the heart of high‑profile, forward‑thinking projects, working alongside a supportive and experienced team to deliver infrastructure with lasting impact. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to meaningful, future‑focused energy developments, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Team

• You will be working on a shift rotation.
• Accommodation will be provided on the island.
• Free catering during working hours on site.
• Flight travel will be arranged by the project for getting to and from the island.

Responsibilities

• Set a high personal example of safety and environmental behaviour.
• Communicate with foremen and gangers to ensure full understanding of information provided.
• Confirm in writing any verbal instructions received from the client/designer/RE’s staff and ensure that comprehensive records of resources employed on additional works are maintained.
• Arrange formal checking of setting out and ensure check request form is completed.
• Ensure reasonable survey book standards and daily diaries are maintained by engineers.
• Ensure that inspection and test plans are completed and digitally recorded.
• Prepare 4 weekly programmes in conjunction with the section foreman.
• Monitor the 4‑week programme, mark up progress for review at the weekly site review meeting.
• Prepare written risk assessments and method statements for the control of the works.
• Keep a full and accurate daily site diary.
• Carry out material take‑off and requisitions as requested by the sub‑agent/agent.
• Ensure all delivery tickets are cost‑coded and passed to finance team for processing.
• Ensure that testing/sampling of materials is carried out as required by the specification.
• Supervise chainperson, assistant and site engineers.
• Monitor the work to ensure that any unsafe work conditions and non‑compliance with company policies and procedures are promptly remedied.
• Maintain good working relations with client/designer/RE, together with our supply chain.
• Ensure that the 3D information drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for the construction of the works, and formally request any missing information.

Qualifications

• Degree, HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent NVQ Level.
• CSCS Level - Academically or Professionally Qualified Person/Supervisory/Manager.
• SSSTS.

Desirable Requirements

• Successful experience at site engineer level.
• Qualified to ICE Technician or Incorporated (preferred) level or equivalent.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• A wide range of family‑friendly policies.
• Company car/car allowance/travel allowance.
• 8 % matched pension contributions.
• Private healthcare.
• Life assurance.
• 26 days holiday.
• 2 wellbeing days.
• 1 volunteering day.
• Personal and professional development.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.