Section Engineer

The Highfield Company

Job Title: Section Engineer
Location: Taylor Woodrow, Bulls Lodge Quarry, Broomfield, CM3 3HR
Salary: £41,000 – £47,500 + car/car allowance
Project: Queensway Scheme, Southend
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Taylor Woodrow is seeking a skilled and motivated Section Engineer to join the team on our new Queensway infrastructure project in Southend. This is a key role responsible for managing sections of work efficiently, safely, and to high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Project & Construction Management

Plan short-term works and manage daily delivery

Allocate tasks to Site Engineers and oversee performance

Collaborate with Foremen on labour, materials, and plant

Quality Assurance

Promote the use of ITPs, check sheets, and redline drawings

Conduct inspections and ensure full compliance with specifications

Engineering & Technical

Provide engineering solutions and support design development

Identify opportunities to improve construction methods

Contribute to LEAN initiatives and efficiency gains

Commercial & Digital Awareness

Monitor productivity and ensure budget adherence

Support BIM Level 2 standards and digital construction methods

Person Specification:

Proven experience as a Section Engineer on infrastructure or complex construction projects

Solid understanding of temporary works, sequencing, and quality assurance

Experience managing small teams and sub-contractor interfaces

Proficiency in setting out and digital construction tools

Commercial awareness and decision-making capability

Knowledge of LEAN principles and BIM standards

Requirements:

Full UK driving licence

Right to work in the UK