About the role
We are looking for an experienced Section Engineer to work on a major HS2 civil engineering project in Brackley.
The successful candidate must have strong experience delivering earthworks and drainage packages on large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for overseeing engineering activities within your section, providing technical leadership to Site Engineers and ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately and in accordance with drawings and specifications.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and oversee earthworks and drainage activities within your section
Coordinate Site Engineers and provide technical guidance to the engineering team
Oversee bulk earthworks, cut and fill, excavation, formation and embankment works
Manage drainage works including pipelines, manholes, chambers, culverts and associated infrastructure
Ensure setting out and surveying activities are completed accurately
Review construction drawings, specifications and technical information
Ensure accurate as-built records are maintained
Prepare, review and implement RAMS, ITPs and quality documentation
Carry out engineering checks and inspections
Coordinate with Site Agents, supervisors, subcontractors and other engineering teams
Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure works meet programme and quality requirements
Identify and resolve technical issues on site
Ensure works comply with project health, safety, environmental and quality requirements
Essential Experience
Previous experience working as a Section Engineer
Strong earthworks experience
Strong drainage experience
Experience delivering major civil engineering or infrastructure projects
Good knowledge of bulk earthworks, excavation, cut and fill and formation works
Experience with drainage systems including pipes, culverts, chambers and manholes
Strong understanding of setting out and surveying techniques
Experience working with RAMS, ITPs, QA documentation and as-built records
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Experience supervising or supporting Site Engineers
Strong understanding of construction health and safety requirements
Desirable
Previous HS2 experience
Major highways, rail or heavy civils experience
Civil Engineering HNC, HND or Degree
Appropriate CSCS card
Temporary works experience
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