Section Engineer

The Opportunity

We’re currently looking for a skilled Freelance Section Engineer to join a high-profile heavy civil engineering project near Bridgwater. The contract rolls until October 2026 when there is the potential to transfer onto other sections of the project. This role offers excellent long-term continuity on a flagship scheme—ideal for contractors seeking stability and consistency.
This is a major infrastructure project made up of multiple workstreams, providing a diverse and technically challenging environment throughout its lifecycle.

The Project

This scheme covers a wide range of heavy civil engineering activities, including:

Sheet piling operations
Large-scale earthworks
River diversions and realignments
Bridges and Culverts The complexity of the works ensures a dynamic role with ongoing technical challenges and opportunities to stay fully engaged.

The Role

As a Section Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering works within your assigned section, collaborating closely with site teams and subcontractors.
Your responsibilities will include:

Setting out and overseeing site works
Supporting and mentoring Site Engineers
Ensuring quality standards and compliance
Promoting and maintaining Health & Safety on site
Managing and coordinating subcontractors
Participating in as-built and progress meetings
Ordering materials and ensuring site readiness All necessary equipment and tools will be provided.

About You

We’re keen to hear from experienced Site or Section Engineers with a solid background in heavy civils. Relevant experience may include:

Major highways and infrastructure projects
Reinforced concrete structures (bridges, viaducts, etc.)
Water or wastewater treatment schemes
Flood defence or alleviation works
Bulk earthworks You’ll also have:

BASED WITHIN ONE HOUR OF THE BRIDGWATER AREA
A degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering
Demonstrable experience across heavy civil engineering disciplines such as earthworks, RC, marine or river works
Strong organisational and communication skills
A full UK driving licence
The right to work in the UK Rate & Package

£340 – £350 per day (plus holiday pay), depending on experience
Long-term freelance contract on a major infrastructure project
All site equipment provided Interested?

Apply now to learn more about this opportunity in complete confidence