Section Manager

Taylor Woodrow; Leicester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Section Manager to support the delivery of the A511 scheme, with specific responsibility for the construction of a box tunnel beneath the Network Rail line. This is a pivotal role that sits under the Project Manager and involves close integration with the existing Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) team. Given the complexity, specialist interfaces, and risk profile associated with rail‑adjacent major civils works, this role is essential in ensuring safe planning, seamless coordination, and efficient execution as the project transitions from ECI into full construction.

Duties

• Develop safe and efficient construction methodologies for complex rail‑adjacent civils works.
• Manage critical interfaces with Network Rail, ensuring compliance with standards, processes, and approvals.
• Support HSEQ compliance, championing high safety standards across planning and delivery stages.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams to ensure the works are fully prepared for execution.
• Oversee the safe design, installation, and construction activities aligned with integrated railway system requirements.
• Ensure documentation, risk assessments, and work packages are completed to the required standards.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and oversight in relation to earthworks, structures, and temporary works.

Person Specification

• Proven experience working in and around Network Rail assets and infrastructure, with a strong understanding of integrated rail systems and civils interfaces.
• Strong background in managing safe design, construction, and installation within major infrastructure or rail settings.
• Experience reflected in a Rail & Rail Systems Senior Engineer competency profile.
• Ability to interpret and implement CDM, safety leadership, and temporary works requirements.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, especially in multi‑stakeholder environments.

Mandatory Qualifications & Technical Requirements

• Earthworks Level 3 under CIV1000
• Structures Examination Awareness
• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)
• CDM 2015 Awareness (Client and Principal Contractor responsibilities)
• Safety leadership training specific to rail environments

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time - 40 hours - Monday to Friday

Fairness Inclusion & Respect

Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) at Taylor Woodrow is about recognising and celebrating each other’s differences and what they bring to the team. Harnessing this diversity and applying the experiences, abilities and unique qualities of individuals will enhance our business; therefore, we commit to equity of opportunity and fair treatment of all current and potential employees and encourage job applications from all. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly. Taylor Woodrow recognises the importance of helping our employees balance their work and home life by offering flexible working arrangements across many of our roles which include working from home to enable employees to balance their working life with other priorities.