Senior Section Engineer – Civil Infrastructure Lead

Carmichael UK; Chipping Warden; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK in Chipping Warden is seeking an experienced Section Engineer to deliver a section of works on the HS2 project, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery while supporting the construction team across earthworks, drainage, reinforced concrete structures, highways, utilities and temporary works.

The role requires strong leadership, setting out and surveying, RAMS, ITPs and permits, plus coordination of subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering.
• SMSTS or SSSTS preferred.
• CSCS Managerial or Professional Card.
• Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor (desirable).
• First Aid at Work (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate day-to-day site engineering activities within an allocated section of works.
• Ensure construction works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, programme, and HS2 standards.
• Supervise Site Engineers and subcontractors working across the section.
• Oversee setting out and surveying activities.
• Prepare and review RAMS, ITPs, task briefings, and permits.
• Monitor quality assurance processes and ensure accurate records are maintained.
• Coordinate design information and resolve technical engineering issues.
• Support planning and programme delivery, identifying and mitigating risks.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Manage temporary works requirements within the section.
• Liaise with project stakeholders, designers, subcontractors, and the client team.
• Produce progress reports and contribute to project meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Organisation

Problem-solving

Team coordination

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

SMSTS or SSSTS

CSCS Managerial or Professional Card

Job description

Carmichael UK in Chipping Warden is seeking an experienced Section Engineer to deliver a section of works on the HS2 project, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery while supporting the construction team across earthworks, drainage, reinforced concrete structures, highways, utilities and temporary works.

The role requires strong leadership, setting out and surveying, RAMS, ITPs and permits, plus coordination of subcontractors.