Section Engineer - Highways

Carmichael UK; Workington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Section Engineer to join the delivery team in Chipping Warden, supporting the construction of highways, earthworks and related infrastructure packages for HS2.

You will manage and coordinate engineering activities, oversee setting out, review drawings and specifications, and ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to quality standards. The role requires a strong level of site supervision and a CSCS card.

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous experience as a Section Engineer, Site Engineer or Senior Engineer on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in highways, road construction, earthworks or heavy civil engineering.
• Proven experience producing and managing as-built documentation and records.
• Competent in setting out using modern surveying equipment.
• Good understanding of quality management procedures and inspection processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• CSCS Card and relevant site certifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate engineering activities across designated sections of works.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with design specifications.
• Oversee setting out activities and verify accuracy of surveys and site controls.
• Review and interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Produce, manage and maintain as-built records and as-built drawings.
• Support quality assurance processes, including ITPs, inspections and testing requirements.
• Liaise with the site management team, subcontractors, designers and survey teams.
• Monitor progress against programme and assist with short-term planning.
• Ensure compliance with HS2, client and company procedures.
• Identify and resolve technical issues to maintain productivity and quality standards.
• Assist with material take-offs, procurement requirements and engineering documentation.

Skills

Civil Engineering degree

Site engineering experience

Setting out with surveying equipment

Quality management

Reading drawings

Education

Civil Engineering degree/HNC/HND

Tools

CSCS Card

Job description

HS2 is one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects, delivering major civil engineering and highways works across the route. We are seeking an experienced Section Engineer to join the delivery team in Chipping Warden, supporting the successful construction of highways, earthworks and associated infrastructure packages.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate engineering activities across designated sections of works.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with design specifications.
• Oversee setting out activities and verify accuracy of surveys and site controls.
• Review and interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Produce, manage and maintain as-built records and as-built drawings.
• Support quality assurance processes, including ITPs, inspections and testing requirements.
• Liaise with the site management team, subcontractors, designers and survey teams.
• Monitor progress against programme and assist with short-term planning.
• Ensure compliance with HS2, client and company procedures.
• Identify and resolve technical issues to maintain productivity and quality standards.
• Assist with material take-offs, procurement requirements and engineering documentation.

Essential Requirements

• Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous experience as a Section Engineer, Site Engineer or Senior Engineer on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in highways, road construction, earthworks or heavy civil engineering.
• Proven experience producing and managing as-built documentation and records.
• Competent in setting out using modern surveying equipment.
• Good understanding of quality management procedures and inspection processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• CSCS Card and relevant site certifications.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working on HS2 or other major infrastructure projects.
• Experience working for Tier 1 contractors or major joint ventures.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and construction delivery processes.
• Temporary works awareness and utilities coordination experience