Earthworks Section Engineer

Carmichael UK
📍 Shurton, Somerset, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 06, 2026

Job Description

Earthworks Section Engineer – Hinkley Point C 

Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset

Contract: Long‑term freelance

IR35: Inside IR35

Sector: Major Civils / Earthworks / Nuclear New Build

Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35)

Carmichael UK is recruiting for an experienced Earthworks Section Engineer to join the delivery team on the landmark Hinkley Point C project. This is a major opportunity to work on one of the UK’s largest and most complex infrastructure programmes.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee earthworks operations including excavation, filling, compaction and material management.

Produce and review task briefs, ITPs, method statements and risk assessments.

Manage site engineers and ensure all surveying, setting‑out and quality documentation is completed accurately.

Ensure works comply with design specifications, engineering standards and safety requirements.

Coordinate with construction teams, planners...

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Job Details

  • Location Shurton, Somerset
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category architecture-and-engineering
  • Posted Date June 06, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 16, 2026