Section Engineer

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? We’re on the lookout for a Senior Section Engineer - Civils to join our dynamic team in Twyford, Buckinghamshire. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in delivering a major civil engineering and infrastructure project, all while enhancing your technical leadership skills with Kier!

Job Details

Location: Twyford, Buckinghamshire – site-based 5 days per week
Hours: Permanent Full Time, 45 hours per week
Note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Your Role

As a Senior Section Engineer - Civils, you will take charge of the engineering and technical delivery for a designated section of works. Collaborating closely with project teams, subcontractors, and site management, you’ll ensure that all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in line with design specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will be part of a collaborative team focused on delivering complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Managing engineering activities across your section of works, ensuring compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
• Producing short-term programmes and look-ahead plans, coordinating resources to maintain project momentum.
• Maintaining accurate inspection, testing, and as-built records to support quality assurance and compliance.
• Leading site briefings and fostering a positive health, safety, and environmental culture.
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to Site Engineers and junior team members.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on leading on-site engineering activities, tackling complex technical challenges, and nurturing high-performing teams. We seek candidates with:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent engineering qualification.
• Progress towards Chartered Engineer status, ideally through the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).
• Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering, infrastructure, or major construction projects.
• Experience leading or supporting engineering teams in a live construction environment.
• A solid understanding of quality assurance processes and project record management.

Rewards and Benefits

At Kier, we believe in rewarding our talented team members with a variety of benefits tailored to your needs. Join us and discover the perks that come with being part of our team!

Diversity and Inclusion

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority for us. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and we’re committed to ensuring that everyone feels valued and included. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

We can’t wait to see your application and welcome you to the Kier family! #joinkier

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