Section Engineer

Join to apply for the Section Engineer role at VolkerWessels UK. Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry‑leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group’s business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. An exciting opportunity for a Section Engineer to join our team on our prestigious long‑term project in Plymouth. This position will require the ability to pass security clearance and you must be a UK National. Responsibilities Responsible for all engineering duties and ensuring any engineers under your control complete their duties. Educate and mentor the engineering team. Input into RAMS, temporary works briefs, ITPs, weekly progress and planning updates, NCRs, TQs and Early Warnings. Applicable for both self‑delivery and subcontracted works. Accountable for SHE performance at site level to support Line Manager. Quality performance at site level with regard to standards of both workmanship and documentation. Accuracy of engineering controls and performance and management of site engineering team. Ensure timely and accurate dimensional control for the construction of the works. Ensure that accurate setting‑out and control is provided and checked (VS direct or subcontractors). Establish accurate and clear setting‑out on the ground. Communicate clearly to the subcontract personnel operatives what the setting‑out is and how it should be used. Set‑out in advance so that time is available to carry out any secondary checks. Maintain the long‑term setting out. Maintain project stations. Instrument calibration and testing. Produce and implement the Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) for your section of the works. Ensure quality checks are carried out and records kept. Raise Requests For Information (RFIs) and Technical Queries (TQs). Input into production of as‑built documentation from site. Keep accurate records – diaries, photographs, marked‑up drawings, etc and ensure engineering team do the same. Be aware and involved in the correct implementation of the quality management system, where it affects your daily activities. Understand the project quality management plan and the roles and responsibilities detailed within it. Maintain and collate quality records. Raise, complete and close‑out NCRs. Support the overall project quality goals agreed in the SMP. Assist in the management of the SMP, be aware of your own and the engineers’ responsibilities within the SMP. Ensure safe working of your section of the site. Apply all HSEQS policies and procedures where appropriate. Perform the role of existing services coordinator. Perform the role of temporary works supervisor. Ensure all required permits adhered to. Input into production / review / monitoring of RAMS. Engage in Safety Ripple programme. Provide input to health & safety plan, risk assessments, method statements and task briefings. Develop the short to medium term programme for your section of the project. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering. 5 years’ experience. Working towards professional certification. Proven technical organisational skills. Knowledge of the requirements and implementation of (HEALTH & SAFETY not fully specified). Ability to produce Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and safe systems of work. UK National. If your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Benefits Competitive salary. Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday. Option to buy additional annual leave. Private medical care. Pension. Life Assurance. Cycle to Work scheme. Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts. Training and development opportunities – comprehensive skills‑based training. Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits. Employee Assistance Programme. Mental health, physical health, and financial support. 24/7 Virtual GP service. Additional Information Fairness, inclusion and respect – We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. Our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at careers@volkerwessels.co.uk. Note For Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries be directed to the email above. VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Civil Engineering and Construction Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr