BAM UK & Ireland are delivering a new marine development on the Shetland Islands. The Fair Isle and Grutness Ferry Replacement project will see refurbishment and enhancement of existing infrastructure on Fair Isle and at Grutness.
A fantastic opportunity exists to be part of a close-knit team working together to deliver infrastructure benefiting local communities for generations to come. Remaining works will take place throughout 2026 on Fair Isle. Accommodation and flights home every two weeks are provided.
We are seeking interest from Section Engineers who are motivated to provide first class civil engineering solutions in this unique setting. This could be you!
Making Possible
As a Section Engineer, you will be responsible for the following:
* Set a high personal example of safety and environmental behaviour.
* Communicate with foremen and gangers to ensure full understanding of information provided.
* Confirm in writing any verbal instructions received from the client / designer / REs staff and ensure that comprehensive records of resources employed on additional works are maintained.
* Arrange formal checking of setting out and ensure check request form is completed.
* Ensure reasonable survey book standards and daily diaries are maintained by engineers.
* Ensure that inspection and test plans are completed and digitally recorded.
* Prepare 4 weekly programmes in conjunction with the section foreman.
* Monitor 4 weekly programme, mark up progress for review at the weekly site review meeting.
* Prepare written risk assessments and method statements for the control of the works.
* Keep a full and accurate daily site diary.
* Carry out material take off and requisitions as requested by sub agent / agent.
* Ensure all delivery tickets are cost coded and passed to finance team for processing.
* Ensure that testing / sampling of materials is carried out as required by the specification.
* Supervise chainperson, assistant and site engineers.
* Monitor the work to ensure that any unsafe work conditions and non-compliance with company policies and procedures are promptly remedied.
* Maintain good working relations with client / designer / RE, together with our supply chain.
* Advise engineers on setting out methods and techniques.
* Ensure that the 3D information drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for construction of the works, and formally request any missing information.
* Ensure that works are accurately and clearly set out before work is programmed to commence.
Your team
* BAM operates a flexible working policy
* Accommodation and flights home every two weeks are provided.
Whats in it for you?
* Competitive salary
* A wide range of family-friendly policies
* Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
* 8 % matched pension contributions
* Private healthcare
* Life assurance
* 26 days holiday
* 2 wellbeing days
* 1 volunteering day
* Personal and professional development
What do you bring to the role?
The following are mandatory requirements:
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Degree, HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent NVQ Level
CSCS Level - Academically or Professionally Qualified Person/Supervisory/Manager
SSSTS
The following are desirable requirements:
Successful experience at site engineer level
Qualified to ICE Technician or Incorporated (preferred) level or equivalent
About BAM
Building a sustainable tomorrow. Thats our mission and our promise at BAM. Its how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.
We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. xsngvjr Were on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.