Section Engineer

Advance TRS; Norwich; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance TRS is seeking an experienced Section Engineer to join a major highways project at the A11/A47 Thickthorn Junction. You will own a section of works from planning through delivery, coordinating site activities, programmes, subcontractors and site teams while maintaining high health and safety standards.

You will mentor Site Engineers, Graduates and Apprentices, review designs, manage documentation and drive on-site quality, with a focus on meeting programme and budget requirements.

Qualifications

• A Degree or HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Site-based civil engineering experience, preferably highways/infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and contracts.
• SMSTS and CSCS cards are required; IEng/CEng desirable.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of your section of works from planning through to delivery.
• Coordinate site activities, programmes, subcontractors and site teams.
• Manage engineers and support the development of junior team members.
• Review designs, raise technical queries and manage site documentation.
• Monitor progress, identify delays and implement mitigation.
• Oversee quality, inspections, ITPs, RAMS and NCR close-out.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety and environmental compliance.
• Support commercial activities and identify efficiencies across your section.

Skills

Strong communication

Planning and organisation

Leadership

Education

Degree/HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

SMSTS

CSCS card

Job description

Project: A11/A47 Thickthorn Junction

We're looking for an experienced Section Engineer to join a major highways project at the A11/A47 Thickthorn Junction.

This is a great opportunity to take ownership of a section of works, working closely with the Sub Agent / Agent and wider delivery team to ensure works are planned, coordinated and delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards. You'll also have responsibility for supporting and developing Site Engineers, Graduates and Apprentices within your team.

The Role:

• Take ownership of your section of works from planning through to delivery.
• Coordinate site activities, programmes, subcontractors and site teams.
• Manage engineers and support the development of junior team members.
• Review designs, raise technical queries and manage site documentation.
• Monitor progress, identify delays and implement mitigation.
• Oversee quality, inspections, ITPs, RAMS and NCR close-out.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety and environmental compliance.
• Support commercial activities and identify efficiencies across your section.

About You:

• Degree/HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous site-based civil engineering experience, ideally highways/infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, engineering principles and contracts.
• SMSTS and relevant CSCS card.
• Good communication, planning and leadership skills.
• IEng/CEng or working towards professional accreditation is desirable.

Desirable Experience:

• Highways and infrastructure projects.
• Excavation works, HSG47 and Permit to Dig.
• Temporary works.
• Concrete and structural steelwork.
• CPCS A61 Appointed Person.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.