Section Engineer: Highways Delivery Lead (Cumbria)

Aldwych Consulting; Penrith; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting is seeking a Section Engineer to join a major highways project in Cumbria. This permanent role focuses on delivering complex civil works, coordinating temporary works and ensuring safe, buildable design on site.

You will lead engineering activities, mentor site engineers and work with design teams to integrate temporary works, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project procedures throughout the lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a Section Engineer or Senior Engineer on highways or major civil schemes.
• Strong understanding of temporary works and design coordination.

Responsibilities

• Deliver highways and civil works in line with programme, quality and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with Temporary Works Coordinators and Designers to integrate temporary works into construction methods.
• Plan and manage temporary works implementation, ensuring RAMS and assurance before works.
• Provide technical support to site teams, resolving buildability challenges.
• Review drawings and temporary works designs for constructability and compliance.
• Participate in design reviews and readiness reviews.
• Ensure compliance with BS 5975, CDM Regulations and company procedures.
• Promote safe working practices and continuous improvement, mentoring junior staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Aldwych Consulting is seeking a Section Engineer to join a major highways project in Cumbria. This permanent role focuses on delivering complex civil works, coordinating temporary works and ensuring safe, buildable design on site.

You will lead engineering activities, mentor site engineers and work with design teams to integrate temporary works, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project procedures throughout the lifecycle.