Assistant / Project Manager (Design) - WATER EXPERIENCE NEEDED Location: Manchester with hybrid working if required and site visits Sector: Water / Regulated Infrastructure Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35) About the Role We are looking for an Assistant / Project Manager (Design) to support the delivery of water and multidisciplinary design projects. You will either manage the delivery of simple design projects or assist senior project managers on more complex schemes, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role is ideal for a graduate or early-career professional with experience in regulated industries and a strong interest in developing a career in project management. Key Responsibilities Manage or support the delivery of multidisciplinary water design projects Ensure projects are delivered on time, within cost, and in line with client specifications Coordinate and manage commercial...

Project Manager - Highways & Infrastructure Edinburgh First People Solutions is working with a well-established and highly respected consulting engineer that is seeking a Project Manager to join their team in Edinburgh. Our client is a large, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable solutions on complex projects across the UK. Their extensive portfolio spans local and national infrastructure, covering disciplines including geo-environmental, transportation, structures, renewables, and water services. Due to continue growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to lead procurement and development activities on major highways and trunk road schemes. The Role As Project Manager, you will take a leading role in managing the team through the procurement stages and development of major highways and trunk road projects. You will be responsible for managing the design team to...

London Inside IR35 Advance TRS are working in partnership with a leading highways contractor who are looking for an experienced Project Planner to join a live infrastructure project near Slough. The role will support the Project Manager in building, maintaining and updating the construction programme across all stages including design, procurement, construction and handover. You will be responsible for tracking progress, spotting risks and critical path activities, and producing clear updates for both internal teams and the client. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in civil engineering or highways projects and be confident working within NEC contracts. You will also work closely with site teams, subcontractors and other stakeholders to make sure the programme is aligned and delivery stays on track. The Role: Maintain and update the construction programme in line with contract requirements Develop an integrated design, procurement and construction programme...

Section Engineer - Major Highways Infrastructure Project - Midlands Urgent requirement for an experienced Section Engineer to join one of the UK's most significant highway and rail infrastructure schemes. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a nationally important project, supporting safe and efficient delivery across programme, engineering, quality, environmental and commercial functions while leading and mentoring engineering teams on site. Key Responsibilities Health, Safety & Wellbeing Promote wellbeing initiatives across the workforce and wider project community. Prepare Works Package Plans and conduct regular safety tours and observations. Ensure all site activities are delivered in accordance with HSE standards and project procedures. Programme & Production Develop and manage three-week lookahead programmes aligned with the construction schedule. Monitor progress, identify variances and escalate programme risks where necessary....

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. VolkerStevin have a fantastic opportunity for a Site Agent to join the the team on our Project in Littleborough due to the work winning of other projects in the area. This position is on our Environmental Agency Framework. Overall role purpose: Responsibility for the delivery of the construction-phase of assigned project or section where on a large scheme. To provide direction to the site team in order to ensure the successful delivery of projects. Ensuring good Client relationships are nurtured and maintained. Accountable for: The programme performance of the...

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. Site Agent - Plymouth VolkerStevin , a leading civil engineering business , is looking to appoint an experienced Site Agent to join our team on a long-term framework based in Plymouth . This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role on a prestigious programme of works, contributing to technically challenging marine and infrastructure projects while progressing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. About the Role As a Site Agent, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of projects on site, managing operations,...

We are working exclusively with a well-established and growing civil engineering consultancy based in Liverpool to appoint a Director to lead their Civil Engineering department. This is a senior, high-impact appointment offering real autonomy, a competitive package, and an exceptional holiday allowance - including a two-week Christmas shutdown, bringing total leave to circa 43 days per year. Full details of our client will be shared with suitable candidates upon application. The role Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will take full responsibility for the performance, growth, and technical output of the Civil Engineering division. This is a dual-focused position, you will provide strategic direction and commercial oversight while remaining hands-on with technical design across highways, drainage, infrastructure, and earthworks schemes. You will be the face of the department for key clients and stakeholders, leading business development activity, supporting...

Civil Engineer - Highways & Infrastructure Permanent Manchester I am working with a well-established and highly regarded civil and structural engineering consultancy based in Manchester. Due to a sustained period of growth and a strong project pipeline, they are looking to bring an Intermediate Civil Engineer into their highways and infrastructure team on a permanent basis. This is a consultancy that genuinely invests in its people - with a collaborative working culture, clear progression pathways and exposure to a diverse range of projects across both the public and private sector. The Role As an Intermediate Civil Engineer you will play an active role in the delivery of highways and infrastructure schemes from feasibility through to construction. You will work closely with senior engineers and project managers, taking increasing responsibility for your own projects as your confidence and experience grows. Day to day you can expect to be involved in: Detailed design...

We're looking for a Senior Highways Engineer to join our Design team based in Birmingham/Northampton. Location: Birmingham/Northampton - hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. Salary: Starting from £40,000 per annum Sector: Design - Highways We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. As a Senior Highways Engineer, you'll lead the design and delivery of highway maintenance and improvement schemes from concept through to detailed design. Supporting the Team Leader, you'll supervise and develop team members, collaborate with other disciplines, and contribute to bids, programme planning and client engagement. This is a hands-on technical role with responsibility for quality, safety, cost and programme, within a flexible, wellbeing-focused working environment. Are you An experienced highways...

Section (Senior Production) Engineer - Major Highways Infrastructure Project (Essex/Kent) Urgent requirement for an experienced Section (Senior Production) Engineer to join one of the UK's most significant highways infrastructure schemes. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a nationally important project, supporting safe and efficient delivery across programme, engineering, quality, environmental and commercial functions while leading and mentoring engineering teams on site. Key Responsibilities Health, Safety & Wellbeing Promote wellbeing initiatives across the workforce and wider project community. Prepare Works Package Plans and conduct regular safety tours and observations. Ensure all site activities are delivered in accordance with HSE standards and project procedures. Programme & Production Develop and manage three-week lookahead programmes aligned with the construction schedule. Monitor progress, identify variances and escalate...

Graduate Civil / Structural Engineer Sheffield A well-established, privately owned Engineering Consultancy with over 50 years in the industry is looking to bring in a Graduate Civil / Structural Engineer to join their Sheffield office. With a strong reputation built on long-standing client relationships and repeat business, they've created a really stable platform for someone at the start of their career to develop properly. This is a brilliant opportunity for either a fresh graduate with strong academics and some placement experience, or someone with up to a couple of years' experience looking to build on their foundations within a supportive and hands-on environment. You'll be joining a multi-disciplinary team working across civil, structural, geotechnical and environmental engineering, giving you exposure to a wide range of projects from day one. On the structural side, you'll get involved in the design of steel, concrete and traditional structures, supporting with...

SENIOR TRANSPORT PLANNER 1 year contract Hybrid working Qualifications, Skills & Experience Degree level qualification or equivalent experience Membership of relevant professional organisation At least 5 years transport planning experience Knowledge and application of national, regional and local policy and design guidance Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience of working with computer-based systems including Microsoft programmes Manage your own workload and delegate tasks Provide high-level initial feedback without benefit of technical assessments Ability to step in to assist projects you are not involved with; providing guidance, attending meetings, advising client Role Specific Requirements Write, check and on occasion approve technical reports such as Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans and Technical Notes Prepare appeal documentation including Statement of Case and Statement of Common Ground...

TRANSPORT PLANNER 1 year contract Hybrid working Qualifications, Skills & Experience Degree level qualification or equivalent At least 2 years transport planning experience, ideally exploring membership at a professional organisation Working knowledge of relevant design guidance & awareness of relevant local planning policies and when to apply Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to respond efficiently to demands at a high standard Ability to prioritise workload, work effectively as part of a team and on own initiative Experience of working with computer-based systems including Microsoft programmes Experience using AutoCAD, TRICs and modelling software Role Specific Requirements Successfully lead and manage small - medium sized projects, including budget and time management, delegating where appropriate with input from senior colleagues Write and occasionally check Transport Statements, Technical Notes, Travel Plans and...

An established engineering consultancy is looking to add a Senior Civil Infrastructure Engineer to its growing London team. The position will involve working on a broad range of residential and development led infrastructure schemes across the UK. The team is involved in projects from initial feasibility and planning through to detailed infrastructure delivery, supporting both private sector developers and public sector clients on schemes of varying scale. Requirements: Background in highways and drainage design for residential or mixed use developments Understanding of technical approval processes including S104, S38 and S278 agreements Experience using MicroDrainage and AutoCAD Strong communication and coordination skills Ability to manage workloads and support more junior engineers where required Responsibilities: Delivering infrastructure design packages for development projects Producing drainage layouts and highway designs Preparing technical reports including...

BIM Coordinator / Technician Glasgow First People Solutions are currently recruiting for a BIM Coordinator / Technician to join a well-established consulting engineer in Glasgow. This is a great opportunity to join a busy BIM team working across major infrastructure projects throughout the UK, particularly within the highways, power and energy sectors. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the coordination and management of BIM information across multidisciplinary projects, helping ensure digital delivery standards are met throughout the design process. You'll be working closely with engineers, technicians and project teams to maintain BIM compliance, improve workflows and support the delivery of high-quality design information across multiple live projects. Responsibilities Coordinate BIM models and design information across a range of infrastructure projects Ensure project deliverables are in line with client BIM standards Carry out...

I'm working with a well-established specialist civil engineering contractor delivering complex infrastructure, public realm and urban environment projects across London and the South East. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join their preconstruction team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a strong reputation for delivering technically challenging schemes across highways, structures, rail interfaces, landscaping, utilities and city infrastructure works. The Role As Senior Estimator, you'll play a key role in leading and coordinating competitive tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission. You'll work closely with operational, commercial and design teams to develop accurate, commercially viable and winning bids. Key responsibilities include: Leading the estimating process on civil engineering and infrastructure tenders Reviewing drawings,...

Principal / Associate Transport Planner - Cambridge I'm working with a fast-growing, award-winning consultancy that's looking to appoint a Principal or Associate Transport Planner to join their expanding Cambridge team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced transport planning professional looking to step into a more senior position with genuine influence over project delivery, client relationships, team development and business growth. The role would suit someone who enjoys a mix of technical delivery, project leadership and client-facing responsibility , while still remaining involved in a varied portfolio of development-led projects. The Role You'll take a leading role across a range of transport planning projects, working closely with clients, local authorities and internal teams to deliver high-quality advice and commercially aware solutions. Projects span residential, mixed-use, commercial, logistics, education and regeneration schemes, offering...

Principal / Associate Transport Planner - Oxford I'm working with a fast-growing, award-winning consultancy that's looking to appoint a Principal or Associate Transport Planner to join their expanding Oxford team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced transport planning professional looking to step into a more senior position with genuine influence over project delivery, client relationships, team development and business growth. The role would suit someone who enjoys a mix of technical delivery, project leadership and client-facing responsibility , while still remaining involved in a varied portfolio of development-led projects. The Role You'll take a leading role across a range of transport planning projects, working closely with clients, local authorities and internal teams to deliver high-quality advice and commercially aware solutions. Projects span residential, mixed-use, commercial, logistics, education and regeneration schemes, offering varied and...

Principal Highways Engineer - London (Farringdon) Salary: Competitive (based on experience) + Excellent Benefits + Performance Bonus Flexible/Hybrid Working Available Want to lead brilliant projects with a team of top-class engineers? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Highways Engineer to join one of London's leading independent transport consultancies, renowned for delivering innovative and sustainable engineering solutions. You'll be joining a highly collaborative and growing team working on urban and public realm projects across London and the wider UK - from concept through to detailed delivery. The company has an outstanding reputation for technical excellence, strategic thinking, and employee development. The Role As a Principal Highways Engineer , you'll take a strategic and technical leadership role , overseeing the design and delivery of urban highway and public realm schemes, including S278 works and other complex transport...

Senior Civil Engineer Warrington Are you looking to take the next step in your career while making a genuine difference to local communities and the environment? Do you want to play a key role in restoring, enhancing and protecting natural environments while helping to deliver resilience to climate change? With an increasing pipeline of secured work and a strong focus on delivering through local teams, the Warrington office is building its in-house design capability to support senior staff and manage schemes as they move from appraisal into detailed design. As projects continue to come through, there is a clear push to grow capacity and embed strong technical leadership within the team and there is now a requirement for a Senior Civil Engineer to help lead and strengthen the office as its design workload continues to grow. The business is delivering projects that create lasting benefits for communities and the environment, working on long-term frameworks with the Environment...