Civils Section Engineer

Balfour Beatty is looking for a Civils Section Engineer to join our team delivering the ASTI East Project, based in the Dundee/Tealing area.

As a Section Engineer, you'll take responsibility for the engineering control and delivery of an allocated section of works, working closely with Site Engineers, Sub Agents, Site Agents, supervisors and subcontractors.

You'll play an important part in ensuring works are set out accurately, delivered safely, completed to the required quality standards and progressed in line with the construction programme.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious civil engineer looking to build their experience on a major energy infrastructure programme while progressing towards greater engineering and leadership responsibility.

As a Civils Section Engineer, you will:

• Take responsibility for the engineering control and implementation of works within your allocated section.
• Carry out and oversee setting out and surveying activities, using appropriate equipment including levels, EDM and GPS.
• Read, interpret and communicate information from engineering drawings, specifications, schedules and contract documents.
• Produce setting-out sketches and maintain accurate engineering and survey records.
• Support the planning and coordination of labour, plant, materials and subcontractors.
• Produce Task Briefing Sheets and contribute to Permit to Dig processes and associated workforce briefings.
• Identify construction hazards and contribute to the development and implementation of safe systems of work.
• Carry out site safety inspections and maintain a strong focus on Zero Harm.
• Monitor progress against weekly programmes and accurately report works completed.
• Record and monitor productivity and contribute information towards project KPIs.
• Produce accurate daily records covering labour, plant, materials, subcontractors and construction outputs.
• Complete material take-offs and schedules, raising accurate material requisitions and following these through to delivery.
• Monitor actual material usage against planned quantities and investigate variances.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with the required construction tolerances and specifications.
• Produce as-built drawings, quality records and handover documentation in line with project requirements.
• Maintain accurate daily diaries, photographic records and records of relevant site discussions.
• Understand and identify additional works, ensuring appropriate records are maintained.
• Work collaboratively with the wider engineering and construction team to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Support continuous improvement across safety, quality, engineering and productivity.

We're looking for someone with a strong grounding in civil engineering who is ready to take ownership of an allocated section of works.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Section Engineer, Site Engineer or similar within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong setting-out skills with experience using levels, EDM and GPS equipment.
• The ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings, schedules and specifications.
• A good understanding of construction tolerances and engineering control.
• Experience producing as-built information, quality records and handover documentation.
• Good knowledge of site health, safety and environmental requirements.
• An understanding of Permit to Dig systems and safe systems of work.
• Experience carrying out material take-offs and scheduling quantities.
• The ability to accurately monitor and record labour, plant, materials and construction outputs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to work independently when required.
• A valid CSCS Card.
• A full UK driving licence.

Experience across earthworks, drainage, structures, foundations, access roads, temporary works or other heavy civil engineering activities would be particularly relevant.

Candidates currently working towards professional accreditation through organisations such as the ICE would also be welcomed.

The size and scale of Balfour Beatty coupled with our strong pipeline of work provides incredible opportunities, regardless of what stage you are at in your career.

We encourage and empower our employees to take control of their career and explore which part of the business they want to work in and what role is right for them. We actively encourage our managers and employees to have open communication throughout the year about wellbeing, development and career opportunities.

We're also very proud of our Balfour Beatty Academy. Whether it’s sharpening your technical expertise, improving your personal skills or seeking support to become professionally qualified.

• Be part of a major energy infrastructure investment that’s shaping the UK’s low-carbon future.
• Work on challenging, high-profile projects with the support of a skilled, multi-disciplinary team.
• Join a culture of learning, improvement, and excellence—where your voice makes a difference.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, development opportunities, and a flexible, inclusive working environment.

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