Section Engineer
CV-LibraryNorth West London, LondonpermanentPosted: 17 September 2026
Apply NowOur client is seeking an experienced Section Engineer to join the team delivering works on the landmark Old Oak Common HS2 Station project in West London. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in one of the UK's most significant rail infrastructure schemes, supporting the delivery of major rail and civils packages as part of the station and surrounding railway infrastructure works.
Working closely with the Project Team, you will take ownership of designated work packages, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality delivery whilst coordinating engineering activities, subcontractors and site teams.
Key Responsibilities
Manage sections of work from planning through to completion.
Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and site teams.
Review and implement RAMS, ITPs and quality documentation.
Monitor programme progress and ensure works are delivered to schedule.
Manage technical queries, design coordination and site engineering activities.
Carry out quality inspections and ensure compliance with project specifications.
Support commercial and planning functions where required.
Promote and maintain the highest standards of Health & Safety.
Requirements
Experience as a Site Engineer or Section Engineer within rail, civils or major infrastructure projects.
Previous experience on rail, bridges, structures, drainage, highways or heavy civils schemes.
Strong understanding of QA processes, site documentation and engineering controls.
Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline preferred.
Valid CSCS Card.
PTS
Desirable
Experience working on Tier 1 projects.
HS2, station, rail civils or major infrastructure experience.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and package.
Long-term project security on a flagship rail scheme.
Opportunity to work for a leading rail contractor.
Excellent career progression prospects within a growing project team
Working closely with the Project Team, you will take ownership of designated work packages, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality delivery whilst coordinating engineering activities, subcontractors and site teams.
Key Responsibilities
Manage sections of work from planning through to completion.
Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and site teams.
Review and implement RAMS, ITPs and quality documentation.
Monitor programme progress and ensure works are delivered to schedule.
Manage technical queries, design coordination and site engineering activities.
Carry out quality inspections and ensure compliance with project specifications.
Support commercial and planning functions where required.
Promote and maintain the highest standards of Health & Safety.
Requirements
Experience as a Site Engineer or Section Engineer within rail, civils or major infrastructure projects.
Previous experience on rail, bridges, structures, drainage, highways or heavy civils schemes.
Strong understanding of QA processes, site documentation and engineering controls.
Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline preferred.
Valid CSCS Card.
PTS
Desirable
Experience working on Tier 1 projects.
HS2, station, rail civils or major infrastructure experience.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and package.
Long-term project security on a flagship rail scheme.
Opportunity to work for a leading rail contractor.
Excellent career progression prospects within a growing project team