Section/Senior Engineer - Highways

Ipswich, Suffolk
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Red Sky Personnel are working with a long-standing contractor renowned for delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK. We are currently looking for a Section Engineer to join their growing team on large-scale road schemes based in Suffolk, with wider works across East Anglia.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer who thrives in a hands-on role and wants to be part of complex civils projects, especially in the highways and infrastructure space.

What You'll Be Doing

·Overseeing setting out and site engineering activities across key sections of work

·Interpreting and working from construction drawings and specifications

·Liaising with site and project management teams to deliver works safely and efficiently

·Supporting junior engineers with mentoring and technical guidance

·Managing service plans, drawings, and issuing permits

·Ensuring high standards of quality control and contributing to the completion of as-builts

·Identifying commercial opportunities or potential risks on your section of work

What We're Looking For

·Proven experience in setting out for highways, roads, and earthworks projects

·Proficient with Leica/Geomax and transferring information from AutoCAD

·Strong understanding of QA processes and ITPs

·First-class communication and leadership skills

·Full UK driving licence and flexibility to work across East Anglia

·First Aid at Work qualification is desirable

What's On Offer

·Competitive salary or day rate (depending on engagement)

·Company car or car allowance

·25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)

·Matched pension (up to 8%)

·Life assurance (4x salary)

·Training & development programmes

·Cycle-to-work scheme

·Supportive and inclusive work culture

Job Info
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Job Title:
Section/Senior Engineer - Highways
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Ipswich, Suffolk
Salary:
£45000 - £60000 Per annum Negotiable + benefits
Posted:
Jun 5th 2025
Closes:
Jul 6th 2025
Sector:
Construction
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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