Section Engineer

Section Engineer Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth Carmichael UK is recruiting for an experienced Section Engineer to join a major infrastructure programme at Devonport Dockyard in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity…

Contract type Contract
Posted 2 September 2026

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Section Engineer

Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth

Carmichael UK is recruiting for an experienced Section Engineer to join a major infrastructure programme at Devonport Dockyard in Plymouth.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a leading Tier 1 contractor on the delivery of complex heavy civil engineering and reinforced concrete structures within a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate allocated sections of works to ensure safe and efficient delivery.

Supervise reinforced concrete packages including formwork, rebar, concrete pours and associated civils activities.

Produce, review and implement RAMS, ITPs, permits and quality documentation.

Plan and coordinate works using short-term and three-week look-ahead programmes.

Ensure works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications and programme requirements.

Manage subcontractors and site teams.

Carry out setting out, quality inspections and verification of completed works.

Work closely with construction, commercial, planning and quality teams.

Maintain high standards of health, safety, environment and quality.

Essential Requirements

Must be British or NATO National

Previous experience as a Section Engineer on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects.

Strong reinforced concrete experience is essential.

Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating site activities.

Competent in RAMS, ITPs, quality assurance and inspection processes.

Setting out experience using Leica or Trimble equipment.

Good understanding of temporary works procedures.

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.

CSCS Card.

Desirable

Experience on marine, defence, nuclear, heavy civils or major infrastructure projects.

SMSTS or SSSTS.

Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor qualification.

Security clearance or ability to obtain clearance

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