Section Engineer - Derby

BALFOUR BEATTY; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Section Engineer to join their dynamic team for a significant project in Derby. This role involves leading a team to manage complex construction tasks, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. With an attractive salary package and various benefits, this position offers the chance to contribute to a major infrastructure initiative while promoting a sustainable future. Join a company that values diversity and teamwork, and be part of a project that makes a difference in the community.

Benefits

Company Car Options

Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme

25 Days Annual Leave

Refer a Friend Bonus

Various Staff Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in leading construction teams and managing complex projects.
• Proficient in producing Activity Control Plans and maintaining quality records.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers to deliver construction packages effectively.
• Communicate targets and monitor progress to ensure project success.

Skills

Complex Setting Out

Activity Control Plans

Specification and Contract Documents

Permit Systems

Hazard Identification

Contract Documentation

Subcontractor Terms

Job description

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Balfour Beatty’s team as a construction partner for the Rolls Royce expansion work in Raynesway, Derby. This project is part of a long-term programme over the next eight years, involving infrastructure works, new manufacturing and office facilities, and redevelopment of existing industrial buildings.

As a Section Engineer, you will lead a team of Site Engineers, Assistant Engineers, and Foremen to deliver various construction packages.

What you'll be doing

• Carry out complex setting out
• Coach team members in setting out techniques
• Produce Activity Control Plans
• Maintain quality records
• Review Method Statements and Task Briefings
• Prepare and raise Temporary Works Briefs
• Create weekly programmes and monitor KPIs
• Communicate targets and progress to the workforce
• Reconcile labour and plant usage

Who we're looking for

• Experience in complex setting out
• Ability to produce Activity Control Plans
• Knowledge of Specification and Contract documents
• Understanding of Permit Systems and active permit raising
• Proactive hazard identification and control implementation
• Understanding of key contract documentation
• Familiarity with subcontractor terms and conditions

Passion and Teamwork

If you're passionate about creating a sustainable future and seeking a new challenge, join our Rolls Royce Programme team to help lead this ambitious project.

What we can do for you

• Attractive salary package
• Company car options
• Bonus scheme
• Standard 42-hour workweek
• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus options to buy extra days
• Refer a friend bonus
• Various staff benefits (discounts, offers, etc.)

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious projects, supporting national infrastructure and communities. We offer flexible benefits, including smart working, generous leave, family policies, pension, and more.

About us

Diversity and inclusion

We value diversity and inclusion, striving to create an environment where everyone can thrive. We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and encourage applications from armed forces personnel, veterans, and reservists. We are also committed to supporting applicants with disabilities. For more information, visit our diversity page.