Section Engineer – Highways

Reference: 4761048Job ID: 5366937Posted: 2026-08-19Closing date: 2026-11-17Location: OxfordSalary: Competitive Salary + Company Car or Allowance + Package (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Construction / Highways and TransportCompany: HaysConsultant: James Mayfield-PotterHays office: Birmingham — 3rd Floor, One Colmore Square,Phone: 0115 9598786Email: james.mayfield-potter@hays.comYour new companyYou will be joining an industry-leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor delivering a major, 3-year-long highways project in Didcot, Oxfordshire. Known for collaborative project delivery, strong safety culture and technical excellence, this contractor plays a key role in shaping major highways and infrastructure schemes across the UK. With a strong pipeline of long-term regional works and a genuine focus on developing its people, this is an excellent opportunity to build a sustainable career with a respected main contractor.Your new roleAs a Section Engineer, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of a 35m section of the project, taking ownership of a defined section of works and supporting the Project Manager with construction delivery. This is a hands-on role suited to a proactive engineer who thrives on responsibility, coordination and problem-solving.Key responsibilities will include:Managing and mentoring a team of site engineersProviding technical support and guidance to site workers and site engineersRegularly checking and monitoring setting out compliance with site engineersCompiling and reviewing work package plans and other management plansReporting and resolving any on-site issues or conflict promptly and effectivelyEnsuring all H&S procedures are being complied withMonitoring and reporting on contractual requirements and progressManaging site documentation and maintaining accurate recordsLiaising with local authorities and regulatory bodies as requiredEnsuring quality control and adhering to project specificationsParticipating in project meetings and providing updates on section progress.This role offers genuine influence on site and the opportunity to contribute to innovation, efficiency and high-quality project delivery.What you'll need to succeedIn order to be successful, you will bring:Proven experience as a Site Engineer or Section Engineer within the highways and/or public realm sectors, delivering earthworks and/or structures packagesExperience supervising subcontractors and managing site operationsStrong planning, prioritising and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsCSCS, First Aid at Work and a full UK driving licence.What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive:Starting salary up to 55,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance35 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays)Pension scheme (increasing with seniority and length of service)Private medical coverLife assuranceTravel and subsistence allowance (where appropriate)Funded professional memberships (ICE, CIOB, RICS, etc.)Retail and lifestyle discountsEnhanced family-friendly benefitsStrong pipeline of long-term regional projectsIndustry-recognised training and development programmesSupportive and collaborative work environmentExposure to a major, high-impact projectOpportunity to grow and progress your career with an industry-leading Tier 1 contractor and more.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email a copy to james.mayfield-potter@hays.com quoting job reference #4761048.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Please note: applicants must hold existing UK work authorisation; visa sponsorship cannot be provided for this position. #4761048 - James Mayfield-Potter