Section Engineer

About The Role Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world’s most ambitious sustainability initiatives? Balfour Beatty have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world over the past 115 years redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project. As a result, alongside several consortium partners; Balfour Beatty have been selected by bp (British Petroleum) to construct a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage which is a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK’s first decarbonised industrial cluster. Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamic Section Engineer to contribute to the Net Zero Teesside (NZT) project based at our site in Redcar and Cleveland. The Section Engineer will support and lead civil engineering and construction delivery across the project. The role is focused on traditional section engineering control, including planning, setting out, engineering coordination, safe systems of work, quality, programme, productivity, records, handover and commercial support. The scope may include enabling works, earthworks, drainage, underground services, ducting, roads, pavements, concrete works, structural steel, buildings, compounds, mobilisation works, temporary works, logistics areas, plant and vehicle routes, traffic management interfaces, structures, foundations, retaining works, kerbing, fencing, utilities interfaces and general site infrastructure. The role is not limited to a single discipline. The requirement is for a capable Section Engineer who can understand drawings, specifications, RAMS, permits, construction sequencing, testing requirements, subcontractor outputs, temporary works interfaces and handover expectations. The role offers the opportunity to work across a major project with varied work fronts, practical engineering challenges and a broad range of construction activities. This is a delivery-focused engineering role within a major civil engineering and construction environment. The Section Engineer will manage a defined section of works and support the wider delivery team with planning, engineering control, quality, programme, subcontractor coordination, records and handover. What you'll be doing Health and Safety Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental performance within the allocated sectionWrite and support the production and implementation of RAMS, task briefings and permitsEnsure RAMS, permits, task briefings and safe systems of work are understood before works startConfirm that controls are in place for excavation, temporary works, lifting, plant movements, traffic management, service avoidance, access and environmental protectionMonitor compliance with project health, safety and environmental requirements and intervene where standards are not metSupport close call reporting, inspections, incident prevention and close-out of corrective actionsSupport Zero Harm and sustainability requirements objectives through proactive planning, supervision and engineering control Organisational Lead and support Site Engineers, Assistant Engineers and apprentice engineers within the allocated sectionCoordinate with supervisors, foremen, subcontractors and suppliers to support safe and efficient deliveryWork with other Section Engineers and delivery leads to manage interfaces, access, programme dependencies and follow-on worksCommunicate clearly with construction, engineering, commercial, planning, quality, temporary works and HSE teamsSupport development of junior staff by providing guidance on setting out, records, quality, permits and engineering controlEscalate issues early where design, safety, access, resources, quality or programme may be affectedConfirm that drawings, permits, RAMS, access, plant, labour, materials and inspections are in place before works start and monitor works against drawings, specifications, inspection and test plans and project requirementsSupport delivery teams with technical checks, progress updates and practical site problem solvingRecord progress, productivity, material usage and site constraints and complete material reconciliations and records of installed quantities Operational Plan, coordinate and manage day-to-day works within the allocated sectionConfirm that drawings, RAMS, permits, temporary works, access, labour, plant, materials and inspections are in place before works are releasedSupport delivery across enabling works, earthworks, drainage, underground services, roads, pavements, concrete works, structures, buildings, logistics and general construction activitiesMonitor progress, productivity, quality and safe delivery against the programme and project requirementsCoordinate work fronts to avoid clashes, rework, inefficient sequencing or missed handover requirementsIdentify blockers early and agree actions to protect safety, quality, programme, cost and operational readiness Technical Lead engineering control for the allocated section of worksReview drawings, specifications, permits, survey information, models and construction details before works startCoordinate setting out, survey control, technical checks, inspection requirements and hold pointsEnsure technical information is understood by Site Engineers, supervisors and subcontractorsIdentify clashes, missing information, level issues, tolerance concerns and buildability constraintsRaise technical queries where clarification is required and support practical resolution with designers and technical teamsEnsure temporary works requirements are identified, briefed, checked and controlledSupport digital engineering, BIM, model-based setting out and machine control where required Who we're looking for Records and Commercial Maintain and check accurate records of labour, plant, materials, subcontractor outputs, progress, instructions, delays, constraints and site conditionsSupport cost control, change management and commercial recovery through factual record keepingTrack productivity, wastage, quantities, additional works and reasons for variance from planned outputsSupport weekly measures, take-offs, material reconciliations and installed quantity recordsProvide timely information to commercial, planning and project management teams to support valuations, reporting and contract administrationEnsure records are complete, auditable and aligned with project requirements Quality and Handover Ensure inspection and test requirements are understood, planned and completed at the correct stagesManage quality check sheets, inspection records, test records, photographs, red-line information, as-built records and handover evidenceConfirm that works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, ITPs, permits and project standardsSupport close-out of defects, NCRs, snags and incomplete recordsEnsure handover information is produced progressively as the works are delivered, rather than retrospectivelyPromote a right-first-time approach across the section and use quality trends to improve delivery The Following Experience And Qualities Are Essential Previous experience in Section Engineer role, Site Engineer role, or similar civil engineering delivery roleGood understanding of civil engineering and / or construction and site deliveryAbility to lead engineering control for a defined section of worksAbility to read and understand drawings, specifications, permits, schedules and construction detailsExperience with setting out, survey control, technical checks and construction tolerancesUnderstanding of RAMS, Permit to Dig, inspection and test plans, quality records and site documentationAbility to produce and manage records, progress updates, as-built information and material reconciliationsAbility to coordinate site teams, subcontractors and junior engineersGood communication skills and confidence raising issues where information or controls are not suitableAbility to manage time and work across several site prioritiesGood working knowledge of Microsoft Office and relevant project systemsValid CSCS cardSMSTS or willingness to obtain SMSTS where requiredWillingness to work weekends, nights or adjusted shifts where required The Following Experience Would Be Beneficial ONC, HNC, HND, degree or equivalent qualification in civil engineering or a related disciplineExperience on major infrastructure, energy, highways, industrial, process, rail, aviation, water or heavy civils projectsExperience in one or more civil engineering disciplines, such as earthworks, drainage, roads, pavements, concrete, structures, underground services, temporary works, compounds, logistics, buildings or steelworkExperience managing subcontractors, short-term programmes, production outputs and quality recordsExperience working with temporary works, excavation support, service avoidance and permit-controlled worksUnderstanding of BIM, 3D models, digital setting out, machine control or model-based constructionExperience using digital quality, document control, survey or progress reporting systemsAwareness of NEC contracts, commercial records, change management and productivity reportingWorking towards a relevant professional qualification, such as ICE, CIOB, CIHT or IHE Why work for us Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level. Some Of Our Key Benefits Are An attractive/negotiated salary; 25 days annual leave + bank holidays; Company car if applicable; Pension savings schemes; Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies; Access to our Refer and Earn scheme; Discretionary annual salary reviews About Us Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities. From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully. Diversity and inclusion At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/