Section Engineer - Highways

Randstad Construction and Property; Tottenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction company is seeking a Section Engineer to manage highways contracts in North London. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in site management, leadership skills, and a civil engineering qualification (ONC, HNC, or degree). Responsibilities include project leadership, team management, budget control, and maintaining safety compliance. This role offers a paid contract expected to last 6-8 months.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in site management, particularly within the highways construction industry.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the successful completion of designated sections or full projects.
• Manage a small team, ensuring all members are inducted and meeting role-specific requirements.
• Monitor and control project budgets, ensuring resources are utilized efficiently.

Skills

Project Leadership

Team Management

Budget & Cost Control

Safety & Compliance

Communication Skills

Education

ONC, HNC or degree in civil engineering

Job description

Randstad is seeking a Section Engineer to join a reputable highways contractor on a scheme in North London near Tottenham. Previous experience working on highways contracts (eg National Highways / TFL) is highly enouraged. This role is paid via CIS and expected to last 6-8 months. Scope of work will include roadworks and surfacing schemes, drainage, street lighting, lining and signing projects, accessibility upgrades, urban realm improvement and walking / cycling paths.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Take overall responsibility for the successful completion of designated sections or full projects, leading by example and ensuring the day-to-day delivery of construction work.
• Team Management: Manage a small team, ensuring all members are inducted and meeting role-specific requirements. Provide leadership, coaching, and training to motivate the team and enhance performance.
• Program Management: Draw up and monitor 4 weeks program, ensuring project milestones are achieved.
• Progress Monitoring: Maintain accurate progress records such as As built, check sheet, etc. and deliver regular Toolbox Talks to keep the team aligned.
• Budget & Cost Control: Monitor and control project budgets, ensuring resources are utilized efficiently and within the specified contract budget.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm, implement safety policies, and ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, conducting safety tours and supporting accident/incident investigations.
• Subcontractor Management: Manage subcontractor attendance and progress, providing direct instruction and support to ensure contractual arrangements are met.
• Sustainability & Values: Support and drive the delivery of sustainability initiatives, living the company’s values.

Key Qualifications

• Proven experience in site management, particularly within the highways construction industry.
• ONC, HNC, or degree in civil engineering.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In‑depth knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractors effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to achieving project objectives, focusing on safety, quality, and time.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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