Section Engineer

Our client, a specialist contractor within the utilities and infrastructure sector, is seeking an experienced Section Engineer for projects across East London. The business delivers a range of civil engineering and utility infrastructure works, including new sewer installations, manhole construction, drainage diversions, and associated groundwork packages on major UK infrastructure schemes. Responsibilities of Section Engineer: * Preparing and reviewing project documentation, including: * RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements) * Permits to Work * ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans) * Temporary Works documentation * Assisting with programme development and buildability assessments * Coordinating with clients, water authorities, and principal contractors * Setting out for drainage and sewer infrastructure works * Managing Site Engineers and site operatives * Supervising groundwork, temporary works, and permanent works activities * Overseeing construction of new manholes and sewer networks * Ensuring works are delivered in line with quality standards, specifications, and health & safety requirements * Liaising with Temporary Works Coordinators and design teams * Producing as-built drawings * Preparing QA documentation and project handover packs * Supporting project completion procedures and client sign-off Skills & Experience Required for Section Engineer: Essential * Experience working as a Section Engineer or Senior Site Engineer within drainage, sewage, utilities, or civil infrastructure projects * Strong knowledge of groundwork, temporary works, and permanent works * Experience delivering new manhole and sewer construction works * Competent in setting out * Experience leading site teams and supervising engineers * Strong understanding of QA and construction documentation, including RAMS, ITPs, permits, and as-built records * Experience working with water authorities and principal contractors * Valid CSCS card Desirable * Experience on major UK infrastructure projects * Confined Space certification * Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) qualification or similar * Appointed Person (AP) qualification beneficial