Section Engineer

Inverness

£45,000 - £55,000 + Package (DOE)

The Opportunity

We’re working with a leading UK infrastructure contractor on a landmark project in the North of Scotland. They’re now looking to appoint an experienced Section Engineer to join their project delivery team in Inverness.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a driven engineer looking to step into a leadership role on one of Scotland’s highest-profile civil engineering frameworks. The role offers long-term stability and the chance to work on complex highways, earthworks, drainage and structures – all while being part of a forward-thinking and supportive team.

The Role

As Section Engineer, you’ll take ownership of key areas of site delivery across a range of infrastructure packages, ensuring safe, timely and efficient execution of works. You’ll be hands-on with setting out, quality documentation, and engineering control, as well as mentoring junior engineers and working closely with the Site Agent to deliver to programme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver daily engineering control across earthworks, drainage, access roads, and structures.
• Produce setting out and survey information using GPS, EDMs and levels.
• Contribute to the development of Task Briefing Sheets, Permit to Dig, and Safe Systems of Work.
• Take ownership of quality assurance documentation, including as-built records and handover files.
• Support weekly programme delivery and track progress using key performance data.
• Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and commercial staff to ensure cost control and accurate record keeping.
• Manage materials requisitions, take-offs, and plant/labour inputs.
• Uphold site safety culture and lead by example with inspections and briefings.

About You

• Proven experience as a Section Engineer or Senior Engineer on civils or infrastructure schemes.
• Strong understanding of setting out and surveying using GPS and EDM equipment.
• Good working knowledge of NEC contracts and construction documentation.
• Capable of producing and maintaining accurate quality and handover records.
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills – comfortable leading teams and solving problems on-site.
• Valid CSCS card and full UK driving licence.
• Flexible to work occasional unsociable hours as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with flexible benefits package.
• Long-term pipeline of work across Scotland’s major infrastructure schemes.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Excellent parental leave and family-friendly policies.
• Inclusive team culture with a strong focus on career development and internal progression.