Section Engineer

Carmichael UK; Wynyard; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking a Section Engineer for a Power Project in the North East on a contract basis (Inside IR35). The role focuses on setting out, QA documentation, and site coordination for major industrial works including nuclear, power plants or energy facilities.

The ideal candidate holds a Civil Engineering degree or diploma and a relevant safety certification, with BIM experience and experience with Tier 1 UK contractors.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering (BSc/HND/HNC) and working towards professional membership is a plus.
• Valid CSCS card and SMSTS or SSSTS certification are required.
• Proficient in BIM systems on large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the setting out and as-built records.
• Support the Site engineering team in all duties.
• Coordinate materials, equipment, and workforce on site.
• Deliver clear and timely updates on project progress and performance.
• Prepare and manage QA documentation including ITPs, inspections, NCRs, and TQs.
• Maintain site diaries and project records.
• Assist with weekly planning and performance tracking (KPIs).
• Contribute to safety documentation including RAMS, temporary works briefs, permits, and incident reports.
• Oversee weekly commercial reporting including waste management.
• Reconcile labour and plant usage.

Education

Civil Engineering degree/diploma (BSc/HND/HNC)

MICE or IStructE membership (preferred)

Tools

BIM software

Job description

SECTION ENGINEER - POWER PROJECT - NORTH EAST - CONTRACT (Inside IR35)

Previous experience on nuclear, power stations, energy plants or any other major industrial project, would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage thesetting out and as-built records
• Support the Site engineering team in all of their duties.
• Support the coordination of materials, equipment, and workforce on site
• Deliver clear and timely updates on project progress and performance
• Prepare and manage quality assurance documentation including ITPs, inspections, NCRs, and TQs
• Maintain site diaries and project records
• Assist with weekly planning and performance tracking (KPIs)
• Contribute to safety documentation including RAMS, temporary works briefs, permits, and incident reports
• Oversee weekly commercial reporting including waste management
• Reconcile labour and plant usage

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering (BSc/HND/HNC); working towards MICE or IStructE membership is a plus
• Valid CSCS card and SMSTS or SSSTS certification
• Proficient in BIM systems on large-scale projects
• Recent experience working on major industrial schemes (e.g. power stations, nuclear facilities, oil & gas) with Tier 1 UK contractors