Senior Section Engineer – Major Highway Project

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Grays; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a Section/Senior Production Engineer to lead site teams on the Lower Thames Crossing project in the UK. You will drive lean production, oversee day-to-day operations, and manage engineering and design processes to deliver high-quality works.

Requirements include a Degree/HND in Engineering or Construction Management, a valid CSCS card, full UK driving licence, and a commitment to safety with Pre-Start Drug & Alcohol testing and BPSS clearance.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a Section or Senior Production Engineer role on major highways or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Degree/HND in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Valid CSCS card, Full UK Driver's Licence and a Fit for Work Medical.
• Willingness to undergo Pre-Start Drug & Alcohol test and BPSS Security Clearance (basic DBS).
• Strong leadership, communication and commercial awareness to manage site teams under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Produce resourced 3-week lookahead programmes and monitor progress against the stage programme using Lean techniques.
• Review permanent and temporary design drawings, resolve technical queries with designers, and mentor engineers.
• Champions safety and the Beyond Zero Harm programme; conduct weekly safety tours and maintain high safety standards.
• Refine Inspection & Test Plans, perform weekly audits, and manage NCRs to resolution.
• Lead, coach and mentor Site Engineers and Apprentices; monitor plant and material requisitions within cost plans.
• Produce redline drawings and input into O&M manuals/H&S files; ensure carbon and environmental commitments are met.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree/HND in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Randstad CPE is seeking a Section/Senior Production Engineer to lead site teams on the Lower Thames Crossing project in the UK. You will drive lean production, oversee day-to-day operations, and manage engineering and design processes to deliver high-quality works.

Requirements include a Degree/HND in Engineering or Construction Management, a valid CSCS card, full UK driving licence, and a commitment to safety with Pre-Start Drug & Alcohol testing and BPSS clearance.