Section Engineer

Eiffage Kier Ferrovial BAM; Waddesdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in Waddesdon is looking for a Section Engineer to manage junior engineers and implement construction operations. Responsibilities include supervising site teams, allocating resources, and coordinating subcontractors to ensure project requirements are met. The ideal candidate will have experience in site engineering, a relevant degree, and a full driving license. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a major infrastructure project in a collaborative environment, with a competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Employment checks

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of site engineering activities.
• Full driving license required.
• Must have own transport to attend remote sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage junior engineers and assist the Sub Agent.
• Report to the Sub Agent and supervise site engineering.
• Allocate labor, plant, and materials to maintain project standards.
• Manage site set-out team and performance of Site Engineers.
• Monitor and coordinate subcontractors for contractual compliance.

Skills

Site Engineering activities

Construction supervision

Utilities experience

Earthworks experience

Heavy structures experience

Drainage experience

Driving

Education

HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering or equivalent

Job description

About The Role

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market‑leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial 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.

We are seeking to recruit a Section Engineer to join our growing Green Tunnels team based in Wendover, Buckinghamshire. 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 closeout. 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 managing the site set‑out team and for the performance and development of the Site Engineers, as well as identifying and resolving technical problems on site in liaison with the Sub‑Agent. Monitoring and coordinating subcontractors in the performance of their works ensures they are completed to the contractual requirements.

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

About Us

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 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 work 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, being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and abilities and are committed to inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward‑thinking culture, please apply today. In return, we’re offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Additional Information

Pre‑employment checks: We will undertake the relevant standard employment checks if you’re successful in the selection process, including references, ID, driving licence (where appropriate) and right‑to‑work verification. Some roles may also be subject to further checks. BPSS security clearance will be required as part of the 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, earthworks, heavy structures or drainage is essential for this role.
• Must have own transport to attend site(s) in remote areas.
• Full driving licence required.
• You must hold the following competencies
  • SMSTS or SSSTS;
  • CSCS White, White‑Yellow, Red – Experienced, Black – Manager or Gold – Supervisor

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