Section Engineer – Railway

Job Title: Section Engineer – Railway

Type: Contract, 6 months

Location: Ruislip

Day Rate: Dependant on experience

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Section Engineer to join a major rail infrastructure project valued at £25 million. The role focuses on the delivery of complex permanent works for a new railhead development and involves significant interaction with key subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee engineering activities related to permanent works including:

• Sheet pile installation
• Reinforced concrete pile caps
• Soil anchors
• Permanent drainage
• Highway construction

• Provide technical support and guidance to site engineers.

• Prepare and manage Health & Safety documentation including RAMS, WPPs, TBS, and relevant permits.

• Ensure Safe Systems of Work are in place, including Permit to Dig and Temporary Works processes.

• Act as Temporary Works Supervisor, ensuring compliance with design and safety standards.

• Review and assess constructability of upcoming works to mitigate risk and ensure efficient delivery.

• Liaise with subcontractors to coordinate and monitor timely delivery of:

  • RAMS

  • ITPs

  • Permits and consents

• Coordinate with internal teams including Logistics, Utilities, and Community Relations.

• Implement and maintain robust Quality Assurance processes with full documentation.

• Present 6 week lookahead programmes to stakeholders and senior management.

• Ensure all works are carried out in line with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Key Skills & Experience Required:

• Strong background in rail or major infrastructure projects.

• Proven experience in managing subcontractors, ensuring quality and safety compliance.

• Technical understanding of piling, drainage, soil anchoring, and reinforced concrete structures.

• Previous involvement in similar large scale railway / infrastructure schemes is highly desirable.

To discuss in more detail please call Billy Mitchell at Advance TRS, or apply directly.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.