Join Our Team as a Section Engineer!

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the Natural Resources sector? We are on the lookout for a Section Engineer to join our dynamic team, focusing on exciting projects in the beautiful Thames Valley region (North). In this role, you will support various initiatives within the Thames Water WAAP Programme, ensuring the successful delivery of both above and below ground assets at our Horton-cum-Studley and Princess Risborough wastewater sites.

Location & Contract

Location: Horton-cum-Studley site, Oxfordshire and Princess Risborough, Buckinghamshire.
Contract: Permanent, Full Time – flexible and part-time hours may be available if desired. Just let us know!

Your Responsibilities

As a Section Engineer , you will play a pivotal role in the engineering and technical coordination of site works. Your expertise will ensure that construction activities align with design intent, project objectives, and regulatory standards. You will be the bridge between design and construction, providing essential engineering leadership across the Thames Water wastewater portfolio.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Acting as the main technical adviser on-site for subcontractors, craftspeople, and operatives.
• Interpreting design documentation and ensuring compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
• Supporting construction teams with technical queries, resolving design conflicts, and driving value engineering initiatives.
• Managing and coordinating temporary works designs and approvals in line with site requirements and programme.
• Monitoring and recording construction progress, providing accurate technical input for project reporting and planning.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for you if you have:

• A Degree/HND/HNC or equivalent in civil engineering, mechanical, electrical, or a related engineering discipline, along with a CSCS and SMSTS Card.
• Experience in a civil engineering or construction environment, particularly within the Water sector.
• A Full UK Driving Licence.

At Kier, we believe in finding potential, and transferable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don’t tick every box, we encourage you to apply and have a chat with us.

Why Join Us?

Explore the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. There's never been a better time to get involved!

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer our brilliant team a wide variety of benefits tailored to your needs. Discover more about our benefits and how they can enhance your career with us.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We’re proud of the steps we’ve taken, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and we value their experiences in shaping our policies.

As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We can’t wait to see your application! Join us and take the first step toward a rewarding career with Kier. #joinkier #LI-CH1