Section Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Section Engineer to join the KierBAM Joint Venture team at Devonport Royal Dockyard in Plymouth. You will work within the site engineering team to deliver high‑quality construction outcomes for a critical MOD facility.

Key responsibilities

• Provide accurate setting out and dimensional control to ensure precise construction standards.
• Maintain as‑built drawings and project quality documentation.
• Support the team with technical problem‑solving and respond to queries.
• Record and test workmanship and materials, including drainage, concrete, piling and brickwork.
• Prepare clear sketches and maintain effective communication across the site.

Required profile

• Degree qualification in civil engineering or an equivalent professional qualification (or working towards one).
• SSSTS and CSCS White certifications.
• PQP/AQP certifications.
• Working towards or holding chartership/incorporation with a relevant professional body.
• Eligibility: passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and UK residency for the past 5 years.

Required skills

• Setting out
• Dimensional control
• As‑built drawing maintenance
• Drainage testing
• Concrete testing
• Piling testing
• Brickwork testing
• Technical problem‑solving