Section Engineer - Civils

You'll be joining a major airfield resurfacing and infrastructure programme near Witney, Oxford, supporting the delivery of a high-profile operational upgrade scheme within a live and highly regulated environment.

This is a step-up role suited to an experienced Engineer looking for more responsibility without moving fully into Senior Engineer level. You'll play a key role overseeing multiple subcontractors delivering large packages of works across the programme, ensuring quality, safety, and productivity standards are maintained throughout.

The project will involve complex sequencing, tight deadlines, and a collaborative approach with delivery teams working across days, nights, and weekend shifts to maintain programme milestones.

Oversee multiple subcontractors delivering surfacing, civils, and infrastructure packages
Ensure works are delivered in line with drawings, specifications, and programme requirements
Coordinate site activities and support engineering and management teams across the project
Maintain QA records, permits, site documentation, and as-built information
Monitor health & safety standards and ensure compliance across all work fronts
Assist with planning and sequencing works within a live operational environment
Support delivery teams during day shifts, night shifts, and weekend working where required

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HND, Degree, or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related discipline
Proven experience working on large infrastructure, highways, aviation, or heavy civils projects
Strong subcontractor management and coordination experience
Competent with site documentation, QA procedures, and setting out principles
Able to work within fast-paced operational environments and demanding programmes

You'll be working with a well-established contractor delivering complex infrastructure and civil engineering schemes across the UK. The business has a strong reputation for safely delivering technically challenging projects and offers long-term opportunities for engineers who can take ownership on site.

350 - 450 per day CIS, dependant on experience
Long-term contract on a secured infrastructure scheme
12-hour shifts with opportunities for weekends and night work
Potential shift rotation patterns including 12 days on / 2 days off
Opportunity to work on a nationally significant operational project
Strong pipeline of future infrastructure work following successful delivery

If you want to hear more about this Section Engineer role, apply with your CV or get in touch with our London office for a confidential discussion.