Section Engineer

Major Energy Infrastructure & Substation Project (Tier 1 Contractor)

 

Section Engineer – Major Civil Infrastructure & Earthworks

Contract Type: Freelance / Contract (PAYE)
Location: Peterhead, Aberdeenshire
Rate: £45.00 per hour (PAYE)
Project: Major Energy Infrastructure & Substation Project

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Section Engineer to join a leading Tier 1 principal contractor delivering a major energy infrastructure and substation project in Peterhead, Aberdeenshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a civil engineering professional with a strong background in delivering complex infrastructure and earthworks packages, including bulk earthworks, road construction, haul roads, fencing and drainage.

As Section Engineer, you will be responsible for the technical delivery and engineering control of a designated section of works, ensuring all activities are carried out safely, efficiently and in accordance with the project specifications, construction drawings, quality standards and programme requirements.

Working closely with the Site Agent, Sub Agents, Site Engineers, Foremen and subcontractors, you will oversee setting out, engineering controls, quality assurance, technical compliance and the day-to-day coordination of site engineering activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the engineering delivery of a designated section of the project, ensuring works are completed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and construction programmes.
• Manage and support Site Engineers, ensuring accurate setting out, surveying, dimensional control and as-built records.
• Review construction drawings, technical specifications and design information, identifying discrepancies and resolving technical queries with the design team.
• Coordinate engineering activities across bulk earthworks, road construction, haul roads, drainage, fencing and associated civil infrastructure packages.
• Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), quality procedures and project specifications.
• Prepare, review and maintain quality documentation, including inspection records, check sheets, as-built drawings, test results and handover documentation.
• Raise and manage Requests for Information (RFIs), technical queries and design changes, ensuring issues are resolved before they affect site progress.
• Coordinate material testing, compaction testing, concrete testing and other quality control activities as required by the works.
• Monitor progress against the construction programme, identify potential engineering constraints and work proactively with the delivery team to maintain programme milestones.
• Support the preparation and review of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring engineering activities are planned and executed safely.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements, including temporary works procedures and safe systems of work.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers and the wider project team to coordinate technical interfaces and maintain efficient site operations.
• Maintain accurate daily records of engineering activities, labour, plant, materials and progress where required.
• Support the Site Agent and wider management team with technical planning, problem-solving and the successful handover of completed works.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Section Engineer on major civil engineering, infrastructure or energy projects.
• Strong technical background in civil engineering, with experience delivering earthworks, road construction, drainage, haul roads or associated infrastructure packages.
• Experience managing site engineering activities, including setting out, surveying, dimensional control and as-built records.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, technical specifications and design information.
• Good understanding of quality assurance procedures, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), material testing and handover documentation.
• Experience coordinating Site Engineers, subcontractors and multi-disciplinary construction teams.
• Valid CSCS card.
• HNC/HND or degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Good working knowledge of health, safety and environmental requirements within a construction environment.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Additional Information

Please note, CIS or Outside IR35 is not an option for this role. The position is offered on a PAYE basis at £45.00 per hour.