Section Engineer - Major Civils

Advance TRS; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in Scotland is seeking a Section Engineer to manage a section of works and lead a team of Site Engineers. The ideal candidate must have a background in heavy civils, highways, and earthworks. Responsibilities include producing Method Statements, conducting H&S inspections, and mentoring junior staff. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment while ensuring compliance with safety standards and engineering best practices.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence, CSCS card, and SSSTS/SMSTS certifications.
• Proven experience in heavy civils, highways, and earthworks.
• Ability to mentor junior staff in safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage a section of works and lead a team of Site Engineers.
• Produce and review Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
• Conduct regular Health and Safety inspections.
• Support engineers with testing processes and quality assurance.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Safety practices knowledge

Driving license

Method statements and risk assessments

Job description

Role Title

Section Engineer

Role Purpose

To manage a section of works within a specific discipline and lead a team of Site Engineers. The successful candidate will be from a Heavy civils, highways, earthworks background.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environmental

• Produce and review Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
• Prepare Temporary Works Briefs and ensure timely implementation.
• Deliver site and visitor inductions.
• Conduct regular H&S inspections and ensure follow-up actions.
• Prepare and implement Permits to Work (e.g., Permit to Excavate).
• Mentor junior staff in safety practices and audits.

Engineering Control

• Provide primary setting‑out control and determine optimal installation locations.
• Coach Site Engineers in setting‑out methods and technical requirements.
• Review drawings, specifications and testing requirements with the team.
• Support engineers with testing processes, ITPs, and quality assurance documentation.

Quality

• Assist with production and submission of handover documentation.
• Support quality systems such as materials approvals, NCRs and tracking of QA records.
• Conduct independent inspections on own and other sections.
• Liaise with designers to resolve technical issues via TQ/RFI routes.

Productivity

• Support preparation of short‑term programmes and provide progress quantities.
• Produce as‑built programme information and report weekly.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and highlight concerns.
• Communicate weekly targets to supervisors and subcontractors.

Commercial

• Maintain an accurate daily diary, including subcontractor dialogue.
• Collate weekly measures and monitor material wastage.
• Support labour and plant reconciliations.
• Identify additional works and escape to management.

Essential Skills & Experience

Core

• Able to clearly communicate safe systems of work and suggest improvements.
• Takes ownership of tasks and communicates effectively with all levels.Works independently and identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Full driving licence, CSCS card, and SSSTS/SMSTS.
• Strong team player with developed communication skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.