Section Engineer at Van Elle in Sutton In Ashfield, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

quality inspections

site supervision

budget management

record keeping

technical coordination

site surveying

Complete quality inspections to ensure work is completed to a safe standard
Supervise site engineers, subcontractors, and workforce within your section
Support the Construction Manager in managing budgets, resources, and procurement
Maintain accurate site records including diaries, as-built drawings, and QA documentation
Coordinate with design teams, clients, and stakeholders to resolve technical issues
Conduct site surveys, setting out, and checking works
Ensure quality control and compliance with technical standards
Be the client facing Van Elle employee on site, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time, and to specification
Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to plan and create RAMS / Work package plans / task briefings etc.
Monitor progress and produce accurate reports for site and project management
Implement and maintain health, safety, and environmental procedures

Requirements

leadership

temporary works

cscs

smsts

tier 1

problem solving

Leadership and Team Management: Ability to lead site teams, delegate tasks, and motivate staff.
Temporary Works Knowledge: Ability to design, check, and implement temporary structures safely.
Eligible to work and live in the UK.
Site Supervision: Experience managing subcontractors, plant, and labour within a defined section of works
Understand and act in accordance with Van Elle’s policies and procedures
Flexibility to travel across the UK.
CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme), SMSTS or SSSTS (Site Management/Supervision Safety Training Scheme)
Problem Solving: Quick thinking and analytical skills to resolve technical and logistical challenges.
Hours of work are 8.00am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday however flexibility is required
Communication: Clear verbal and written communication with stakeholders, clients, and team members.
Experience of working with Tier 1 contractors (either as employee or sub contractor) is essential.
Attention to Detail: Precision in setting out, documentation, and quality control.
Time Management: Prioritising tasks and managing deadlines under pressure.
A full driving licence, that is valid in the UK
Valid CSCS

Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience.
Access to our 24-hour confidential employee support line.
Onsite Training Centre offers ongoing training and development opportunities.
Benefits include access to Company pension, bonus scheme and Healthcare Cash Plan with family option.
25 days holiday plus bank/public holidays.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1984

Company Establishment Year

The company was established by structural engineer Michael Ellis.

Listed 2016

Public Listing Date

The firm was listed on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM), enabling expansion of its services and fleet.

35m Depth

Maximum Pile Depth

The company executes deep-pile foundations up to an impressive 35 meters.

It grew rapidly through innovation, acquiring CFA rigs and launching the Smartfoot precast system.
Its operations span end-to-end ground engineering, including investigation, piling, precast facilities, transport, and testing.
Delivered high-profile UK projects, such as rail electrification, motorways, and deep foundations at Canary Wharf.
A specialist in infrastructure and rail markets with Network Rail licences and bespoke rigs deployed nationwide.
Known for the UK’s largest specialist rig fleet, an in-house training centre, and a full transport division.
Strengthened presence in energy and housing sectors through strategic acquisitions like Rock & Alluvium and ScrewFast.

Culture + Values

73% Staff Engagement

Employee Satisfaction Score

The company maintains a high staff engagement score, reflecting positive employee sentiment and alignment with company values.

Our policies ... are driven by the company’s culture and ways of working, setting out its commitment, responsibilities and approach to health and safety, the environment, customers and staff.
Open‑door communication with leadership, reducing power‑distance and encouraging feedback
Promotes innovation (‘adhocracy culture’) and flexibility over hierarchical rigidity
Zero‑tolerance policy against harassment, abuse and discrimination
Employee recognition programme to reward high performance and initiative
‘Seven Steps for Respect’ campaign: Removing barriers, Empathy, Support, Promoting Diversity, Example, Challenge, Trust

Environment + Sustainability

Net-zero by 2050

Emissions Target

Aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with a roadmap for a 30% reduction in GHGs by 2030 compared to the 2020 baseline.

100% Renewable Energy

Scope 2 Emissions

All Scope 2 emissions are offset using renewable electricity via REGOs, ensuring sustainability in energy consumption.

90% Carbon Saving

Recycled Steel Usage

Housing division utilizes recycled steel tubes, achieving over 90% carbon savings compared to using new steel.

80% Carbon Reduction

Highways Gantry

Highways gantry project using ScrewFast piles and grillages reduces embodied carbon by 80% compared to traditional concrete piles.

Group-wide sustainability strategy aligned to Construction Leadership Council and UN SDGs, structured around economic, social and environmental pillars
Scope 1 reductions: expanding hybrid/electric company car scheme; installing EV charging at head office
Use of low-emission plant, recycled products, alternative materials, locally sourced suppliers, off-site manufacturing
Canary Wharf CFA piling project: saved 350 tonnes CO2e via optimized pile design, showcasing innovation in sustainable construction practices

Inclusion & Diversity

15%, 6%, 6%

2022 Construction Sector Diversity

In the construction sector, women comprised 15%, while BAME and disabled employees each made up 6% of the workforce, driving efforts to enhance inclusivity.

Launched EDI 'Seven Steps for Respect' campaign outlining clear respectful behaviors
Supported National Inclusion Week with resources, training, and staff personal pledges beyond the week
EDI strategy and inclusion identified as a core company value
Developed a campaign emphasizing respect in the workplace: 'Everyone who works with us or for us deserves respect at work'

Articles

Careers at Van Elle

Van Elle Projects

Van Elle News

Role

Description

quality inspections

site supervision

budget management

record keeping

technical coordination

site surveying

Complete quality inspections to ensure work is completed to a safe standard
Supervise site engineers, subcontractors, and workforce within your section
Support the Construction Manager in managing budgets, resources, and procurement
Maintain accurate site records including diaries, as-built drawings, and QA documentation
Coordinate with design teams, clients, and stakeholders to resolve technical issues
Conduct site surveys, setting out, and checking works
Ensure quality control and compliance with technical standards
Be the client facing Van Elle employee on site, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time, and to specification
Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to plan and create RAMS / Work package plans / task briefings etc.
Monitor progress and produce accurate reports for site and project management
Implement and maintain health, safety, and environmental procedures

Requirements

leadership

temporary works

cscs

smsts

tier 1

problem solving

Leadership and Team Management: Ability to lead site teams, delegate tasks, and motivate staff.
Temporary Works Knowledge: Ability to design, check, and implement temporary structures safely.
Eligible to work and live in the UK.
Site Supervision: Experience managing subcontractors, plant, and labour within a defined section of works
Understand and act in accordance with Van Elle’s policies and procedures
Flexibility to travel across the UK.
CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme), SMSTS or SSSTS (Site Management/Supervision Safety Training Scheme)
Problem Solving: Quick thinking and analytical skills to resolve technical and logistical challenges.
Hours of work are 8.00am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday however flexibility is required
Communication: Clear verbal and written communication with stakeholders, clients, and team members.
Experience of working with Tier 1 contractors (either as employee or sub contractor) is essential.
Attention to Detail: Precision in setting out, documentation, and quality control.
Time Management: Prioritising tasks and managing deadlines under pressure.
A full driving licence, that is valid in the UK
Valid CSCS

Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience.
Access to our 24-hour confidential employee support line.
Onsite Training Centre offers ongoing training and development opportunities.
Benefits include access to Company pension, bonus scheme and Healthcare Cash Plan with family option.
25 days holiday plus bank/public holidays.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1984

Company Establishment Year

The company was established by structural engineer Michael Ellis.

Listed 2016

Public Listing Date

The firm was listed on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM), enabling expansion of its services and fleet.

35m Depth

Maximum Pile Depth

The company executes deep-pile foundations up to an impressive 35 meters.

It grew rapidly through innovation, acquiring CFA rigs and launching the Smartfoot precast system.
Its operations span end-to-end ground engineering, including investigation, piling, precast facilities, transport, and testing.
Delivered high-profile UK projects, such as rail electrification, motorways, and deep foundations at Canary Wharf.
A specialist in infrastructure and rail markets with Network Rail licences and bespoke rigs deployed nationwide.
Known for the UK’s largest specialist rig fleet, an in-house training centre, and a full transport division.
Strengthened presence in energy and housing sectors through strategic acquisitions like Rock & Alluvium and ScrewFast.

Culture + Values

73% Staff Engagement

Employee Satisfaction Score

The company maintains a high staff engagement score, reflecting positive employee sentiment and alignment with company values.

Our policies ... are driven by the company’s culture and ways of working, setting out its commitment, responsibilities and approach to health and safety, the environment, customers and staff.
Open‑door communication with leadership, reducing power‑distance and encouraging feedback
Promotes innovation (‘adhocracy culture’) and flexibility over hierarchical rigidity
Zero‑tolerance policy against harassment, abuse and discrimination
Employee recognition programme to reward high performance and initiative
‘Seven Steps for Respect’ campaign: Removing barriers, Empathy, Support, Promoting Diversity, Example, Challenge, Trust

Environment + Sustainability

Net-zero by 2050

Emissions Target

Aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with a roadmap for a 30% reduction in GHGs by 2030 compared to the 2020 baseline.

100% Renewable Energy

Scope 2 Emissions

All Scope 2 emissions are offset using renewable electricity via REGOs, ensuring sustainability in energy consumption.

90% Carbon Saving

Recycled Steel Usage

Housing division utilizes recycled steel tubes, achieving over 90% carbon savings compared to using new steel.

80% Carbon Reduction

Highways Gantry

Highways gantry project using ScrewFast piles and grillages reduces embodied carbon by 80% compared to traditional concrete piles.

Group-wide sustainability strategy aligned to Construction Leadership Council and UN SDGs, structured around economic, social and environmental pillars
Scope 1 reductions: expanding hybrid/electric company car scheme; installing EV charging at head office
Use of low-emission plant, recycled products, alternative materials, locally sourced suppliers, off-site manufacturing
Canary Wharf CFA piling project: saved 350 tonnes CO2e via optimized pile design, showcasing innovation in sustainable construction practices

Inclusion & Diversity

15%, 6%, 6%

2022 Construction Sector Diversity

In the construction sector, women comprised 15%, while BAME and disabled employees each made up 6% of the workforce, driving efforts to enhance inclusivity.

Launched EDI 'Seven Steps for Respect' campaign outlining clear respectful behaviors
Supported National Inclusion Week with resources, training, and staff personal pledges beyond the week
EDI strategy and inclusion identified as a core company value
Developed a campaign emphasizing respect in the workplace: 'Everyone who works with us or for us deserves respect at work'

Articles

Careers at Van Elle

Van Elle Projects

Van Elle News