Location: Oxfordshire (On-site) Duration: Permanent or Long-Term Freelance Rate/Salary: Competitive Salary / Daily Rate We are recruiting a Works Manager to join a highly respected, specialist civil engineering contractor as they expand their regional operations across Banbury and Oxfordshire. This is a key operational leadership role taking full ownership of site delivery on regional highways and civils packages, driving safety, quality, and daily output from the ground up. The Role Reporting to the Project Director, you will manage day-to-day site operations, workforce allocation, and subcontractor delivery across highways infrastructure schemes. Your day-to-day will involve: Site Operations Leadership: Directing direct labour, plant, and sub-contractors to ensure daily production targets and short-term lookahead schedules are met. Highways & Civils Delivery: Overseeing routine and major highways works, including carriageway repairs, surfacing,...

The ideal candidate will have experience working on major Tier 1 infrastructure projects, with a proven ability to support construction teams and subcontractors in a high-risk site environment. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day H&S advice and guidance to site and project teams. Conduct site inspections, audits and assurance activities. Review RAMS, risk assessments and Construction Phase Plans. Deliver inductions, toolbox talks and H&S briefings. Support incident investigations and corrective actions. Monitor subcontractor and supply chain H&S performance. Promote a strong, proactive H&S culture across the project. Requirements Proven H&S experience within major construction / civil engineering. Strong earthworks and civils experience. HS2 or Tier 1 contractor experience highly desirable. NEBOSH Construction Certificate SMSTS/CSCS Experience with RAMS, site inspections and risk assessments. Strong communication and stakeholder...

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Our client, a leader in the aerospace industry, is seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in Solihull. This is an exciting opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that will shape the future of clean aviation technology. Summary: Start date: October 2026 Duration: 6 months with potential for extension or made permanent Location: Solihull B90 Pay Rate: 60.00 per hour via Umbrella Hours: 37 hours per week - Hybrid Working after training has completed Key Responsibilities: Lead concept development and design of high-performance motors and controllers. Drive engineering design excellence and ensure adherence to design assurance processes. Support independent design assurance activities, including design reviews and engineering document approvals. Collaborate with project teams to maintain the technical integrity of products. Facilitate the resolution of issues...

Location: M42 / Greater Birmingham Area (On-site) Duration: 9+ Months Freelance Randstad is recruiting a Project Engineer / Senior Engineer on behalf of a tier-one main contractor to support a major highways infrastructure upgrade along the M42 corridor outside Birmingham. This is a long-term freelance assignment focusing on site engineering control, subcontractor management, and technical package delivery across live highways infrastructure. The Role Reporting to the Sub Agent / Site Agent, you will bridge the gap between site engineering and operational delivery, taking ownership of technical QA, temporary works, and subcontractor coordination. Your day-to-day will involve: Engineering Oversight: Managing site engineering teams and survey accuracy across major carriageway, drainage, surfacing, and structural highways packages. Technical QA & Inspections: Overseeing ITP sign-offs, as-built surveys, material approvals, and managing TQs/RFIs to resolve...

Lead Signalling Design Engineer - Immediate Start Birmingham 6 month contract Outside IR35 My client has an opportunity to join them as a Lead Signalling design engineer in their Rail Infrastructure business where you will direct all activities of the teams to achieve the safe implementation of signalling projects to the customer's specifications and timescales agreed. You will also check the quality of output from the relevant section is to the required standards and target dates are achieved. Candidate Responsibilities: Directing the preparation of technical details, signalling plans, estimates and working drawings for signalling works within the project team to meet laid down timescales and authorised budget constraints Carrying out independent checking of Signalling systems as required Ensuring the technical and safety standards are maintained in all aspects of design work in order that successful project implementation and future reliability is achieved...

Signalling Design Engineer - Immediate Start Birmingham 6 month contract Outside IR35 My client has an opportunity to join them as a signalling design engineer in their Rail Infrastructure business where you will direct all activities of the teams to achieve the safe implementation of signalling projects to the customer's specifications and timescales agreed. You will also check the quality of output from the relevant section is to the required standards and target dates are achieved. Candidate Responsibilities: Undertake design production/checking of the signalling detail design as per relevant standards and Signalling Design Specifications Performing complex railway signal design tasks to relevant standards, industry codes and practices Interacting with key internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimum outcome Provide functional support and guidance to junior Design staff for all aspects of Signalling Design Assist in the risk assessment of planned and...

Lead Design Engineer (Signalling) Rail Client Contract duration - initially until 26/02/2027 with potential extensions Location - Birmingham IR35 - outside Rate - 500 - 550 per day Requirements: Engineering Degree/HND/HNC qualification IRSE Signalling Principles Designer and Signalling Design Verifier Licence Strong and effective communication and presentation skills Experience in all aspects of design and implementation of Signalling Systems Engineering with focus on preparation and checking of design plans and working details Competent in Scheme Plans, LAP, Specifications, SSI Wiring, Fringe Designs and Checking. SSI (Westlock) data & Control tables Design/Checking experience will be desirable WTS- Westlock trackside system technology knowledge will be advantage. Responsibilities: Undertake design production/checking of the signalling detail design as per relevant standards and Signalling Design Specifications Performing complex railway...

Signalling Design Engineer Rail Client Contract duration - initially until 26/02/2027 with potential extensions 400 - 500 per day Location - Birmingham IR35 - outside Responsibilities: Undertake design production/checking of the signalling detail design as per relevant standards and Signalling Design Specifications Performing complex railway signal design tasks to relevant standards, industry codes and practices Interacting with key internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimum outcome Provide functional support and guidance to junior Design staff for all aspects of Signalling Design Assist in the risk assessment of planned and completed designs Requirements: Engineering Degree/HND/HNC qualification IRSE Signalling Designer Licence and Verifier licence will be advantage Strong and effective communication and presentation skills Experienced in Scheme Plans, LAP, Specifications, SSI Wiring, Fringe Designs SSI (Westlock) data &...

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Site Engineer to join one of our well-established clients in Luton. Our client is a leading UK construction company specialising in RC frames groundworks, civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day engineering activities across allocated project sections. Lead setting out operations and oversee engineering control procedures. Review drawings, specifications, and design information to ensure accuracy and buildability. Coordinate subcontractors and ensure works are delivered in accordance with project requirements. Produce and review technical documentation, including ITPs, RFIs, permits, and quality records. Monitor project progress and identify engineering solutions to technical challenges. Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. Support planning and sequencing of construction activities. Liaise with clients, consultants,...

Quality Engineer Warehouse & Logistics Automation Location: Coalville Duration: 6-month rolling contract Start: December Rates: £450 £475/day Umbrella or £350 £400/day + holiday pay PAYE I m recruiting for an experienced Quality Engineer to work on major warehouse and logistics automation projects . You ll be responsible for driving quality across manufacturing, assembly, installation and commissioning activities, working closely with engineering, project and site teams. The Role Quality Management: Ensure products and processes meet engineering, customer and quality requirements Inspections & Audits: Carry out quality inspections, process audits and compliance checks Non-Conformances: Investigate issues and lead root cause analysis using 8D, 5 Why and Ishikawa Corrective Actions: Manage CAPA and ensure issues are resolved effectively Supplier Quality: Support supplier audits, quality issues and performance improvement Project...

Project Manager Warehouse & Logistics Automation Location: Lichfield Duration: 12-month contract Rates: £650/day Umbrella or £500/day + £60 holiday pay PAYE I m recruiting for an experienced Project Manager with an engineering background to work on major warehouse and logistics automation projects . You ll manage projects from order through to site completion, handover and warranty. The role will involve working closely with clients, engineering teams, subcontractors and suppliers. The Role Project Delivery: Manage projects from start to finish, including budgets, programmes, costs and forecasting Site Management: Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, materials and deliveries Client Management: Act as a key point of contact for customers and manage contractual requirements Health & Safety: Ensure CDM, H&S and quality requirements are maintained throughout the project Handover: Manage project documentation and formal handover...

Freelance Principal Civil / Structural Design Engineer Location: Watford - Hybrid & Remote Working Rate: 40- 50 per hour Umbrella Contract: Freelance Long-Term Opportunity I'm working with a major engineering and construction organisation that is looking to bring an experienced Principal Civil / Structural Design Engineer into its internal design consultancy on a freelance basis. The design team supports major projects across a range of sectors, including water, heavy industrial, power and wider design-and-build infrastructure . You'll work closely with construction teams, clients, contractors and the wider supply chain to deliver practical, technically robust engineering solutions. This is a long-term freelance opportunity offering significant flexibility around location and remote working. The role will be based from Watford , although significant flexibility is available around remote working. Some initial time in the office will be required for...