Section Engineer
CV-LibraryManchester, Greater ManchestercontractPosted: 4 November 2026
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We are currently recruiting for experienced Section Engineers to join major rail infrastructure projects based in Swinton and Reddish North, Greater Manchester.
The projects will involve a range of civil engineering and railway infrastructure works, including the replacement and installation of footbridges, alongside associated structural and civils packages.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Overseeing the replacement and installation of new footbridges.
* Managing and supervising day-to-day engineering activities on site.
* Setting out works and ensuring construction is delivered in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
* Coordinating subcontractors and site teams to ensure works are completed safely and efficiently.
* Managing quality assurance, inspections and site documentation.
* Monitoring progress against programme and identifying engineering issues.
* Ensuring all works comply with relevant health, safety and railway standards.
* Working closely with the wider project and engineering teams to deliver the works.
Essential requirements:
* Valid and in-date PTS (Personal Track Safety) – essential.
* Previous experience as a Section Engineer within rail, civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
* Experience with structural works, bridge installations or replacements would be advantageous.
* Strong setting-out and technical engineering knowledge.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
* Good communication and organisational skills.
📍 Locations: Swinton & Reddish North, Greater Manchester
🏗️ Sector: Rail Infrastructure / Civil Engineering
👷 Position: Section Engineer
If you have the relevant experience and are interested in hearing more about these opportunities, please get in touch or send across your CV today!
📩 Apply now for more information
We are currently recruiting for experienced Section Engineers to join major rail infrastructure projects based in Swinton and Reddish North, Greater Manchester.
The projects will involve a range of civil engineering and railway infrastructure works, including the replacement and installation of footbridges, alongside associated structural and civils packages.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Overseeing the replacement and installation of new footbridges.
* Managing and supervising day-to-day engineering activities on site.
* Setting out works and ensuring construction is delivered in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
* Coordinating subcontractors and site teams to ensure works are completed safely and efficiently.
* Managing quality assurance, inspections and site documentation.
* Monitoring progress against programme and identifying engineering issues.
* Ensuring all works comply with relevant health, safety and railway standards.
* Working closely with the wider project and engineering teams to deliver the works.
Essential requirements:
* Valid and in-date PTS (Personal Track Safety) – essential.
* Previous experience as a Section Engineer within rail, civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
* Experience with structural works, bridge installations or replacements would be advantageous.
* Strong setting-out and technical engineering knowledge.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
* Good communication and organisational skills.
📍 Locations: Swinton & Reddish North, Greater Manchester
🏗️ Sector: Rail Infrastructure / Civil Engineering
👷 Position: Section Engineer
If you have the relevant experience and are interested in hearing more about these opportunities, please get in touch or send across your CV today!
📩 Apply now for more information