Job Title: Section Engineer – Civil Engineering (Highways)
Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £55,000 + full benefits package (below)
About the Company
You will be joining a leading Tier 1 civil engineering and infrastructure contractor, recognised for delivering complex, high-value projects across highways, bridges and major transport networks throughout the UK.
The business has an annual turnover in excess of £1bn, with a strong, growing order book across building, civil engineering, interior fit-out and facilities management.
They have a well‑earned reputation for quality, safety and innovation and foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration and continuous improvement – offering excellent long‑term career prospects for their teams.
The Role – Section Engineer (Highways)
Due to continued success and a strong pipeline of highways work, my client is looking to appoint a Section Engineer to support the delivery of a major highways scheme in the Didcot area.
You will take responsibility for a defined section of works, providing technical leadership on site and ensuring that construction is delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Take ownership of a specific section of the highways project, ensuring works are delivered to programme, budget and specification.
* Provide setting out, surveying and technical support for earthworks, drainage, structures and road construction activities.
* Lead and coordinate site engineers and operatives within your section, ensuring that daily tasks are clearly briefed and understood.
* Monitor workmanship and quality, maintaining accurate records including ITPs, check sheets, as‑built drawings and daily site diaries.
* Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety and environmental standards, promoting a proactive safety culture on site.
* Liaise with the Sub Agent, General Foreman, designers and subcontractors to resolve technical issues and keep works on track.
* Contribute to short‑term planning, progress reporting and cost/resource forecasting for your section.
About You
* Proven experience as a Section Engineer or strong Site Engineer ready to step up, ideally within highways or major civil infrastructure.
* Strong understanding of highways construction methods – earthworks, drainage, structures and pavement works.
* Comfortable with setting out, interpreting drawings and specifications, and managing QA documentation.
* Confident communicator with the ability to coordinate site teams and work collaboratively with wider project stakeholders.
* Relevant qualifications in Civil Engineering or Construction (HNC/D or Degree) and a valid CSCS card; SMSTS/SSSTS is desirable.
Salary, Hours & Benefits
* Salary: £55,000 per annum
* Benefits:
o Car allowance
o Subsidised private medical coverLife assurance
o Contributory pension
o 35 days' annual leave (including public holidays)
o Living Away from Home allowance where applicable – accommodation provided Monday to Friday
* Site Hours:
o Monday–Thursday: 07:30 – 17:30
o Friday: Early finish around 16:00
o If travelling to site on Monday, a later start (up to ~10:00) can be agreed, with hours made up during the week.
o Please note: my client does not want candidates who are travelling more than approximately 3 hours each way on Monday/Friday.
How to Apply
To register your interest in this Section Engineer – Highways opportunity, please send your CV to:
Email: k.dickson@calco.co.uk
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