Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer Day Rate: Up to 500 per day (outside IR35) Location: Manchester, with occasional site visits (expenses paid) Type: 12-month Contract Full-time Hybrid (1-2 days WFH possible for the right candidate) About the Role: You'll be involved in varied and high-impact projects across the regulated water industry, including: Sewage treatment works upgrades Clean water main replacements IED schemes at sewage treatment works CSO upgrades and storm storage solutions This is a chance to deliver technical excellence on essential UK infrastructure. About the Client: Our client is a respected engineering design consultancy working across the UK rail and utilities sectors. With a growing workload and strong reputation, they offer a supportive and collaborative team culture. Wellbeing is central to their values - they've created a safe, fair, and positive environment where people thrive. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality civil...

Controls & Automation Engineer 3 6-month contract Rate £45.00 - £50.00 p/h DOE (outside IR35) Middlesborough Hartlepool Darlington Sunderland Process / Automation / Siemens TIA Portal I am currently recruiting on behalf of a key client based in the Teesside area. They operate in systems, and design of complex projects across process industries. Due to ongoing projects, they are looking for an experienced Controls and Automation Engineer with a strong experience within the water industry to join their team on an interim basis. Initially this contract/project is for 3-6 months. For this position, you will require to conduct the following daily duties: Develop automation concepts and control strategies for a wide range of industrial processes and applications. Produce functional design specifications, I/O schedules, and software documentation. Troubleshoot and debug automation systems Design and program PLC, HMI and SCADA systems to meet project...

Senior Engineer Role: Senior Engineer (Aviation / Airfield Infrastructure) Location : Bishop's Stortford area Rate : 450 - 500 per day Duration : Ongoing Freelance Contract Start Date : Immediate / ASAP The Opportunity We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Engineer to join a specialized infrastructure project near Bishop's Stortford. This is a prestigious, long-term freelance opportunity working within a high-security aviation environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing complex engineering works where precision and strict adherence to operational constraints are non-negotiable. Given the nature of the site, prior aviation experience is an absolute requirement. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership: Lead the engineering function on-site, ensuring all works (airside or landside) align with stringent aviation specifications. Complex Setting Out & QA: Manage high-tolerance setting out and oversee comprehensive...

Project Engineer Role: Project Engineer (Water Industry) Location: Dover, Kent Rate: 400 - 480 per day Duration: Ongoing Freelance Start Date: Immediate The Opportunity Are you ready to play a key role in the AMP8 cycle? We are seeking a high-caliber Project Engineer with either a Mechanical or Civils background to join a major water treatment project in Dover. This is a critical position within a high-pressure, high-reward environment. We need a specialist who understands the unique rigors of the water sector and can drive the delivery of essential infrastructure upgrades. With an immediate start available, you will be integrated into the project team to oversee complex engineering workstreams. Key Responsibilities Compliance & Standards : Ensure all works meet the stringent specifications of the water authority and environmental regulations . Site Coordination : Act as the technical bridge between the design team and site operations...

Randstad are seeking a Section Engineer to join our project team delivering a major redevelopment of a high-security, live government facility at Devonport Docks. Due to the sensitive nature of this site, specific security clearance protocols and eligibility criteria are mandatory for all successful applicants. Scope of works includes: RC, Drainage, Groundworks etc This is a long term freelance contract (12 Months+) paid UMBRELLA PAYE Lodge allowance will be paid for applicable candidates Security & Eligibility Requirements Clearance: Successful candidates must obtain BPSS security clearance (approx. 8-week process) followed by SC security clearance (approx. 4-week process). Residency: You must have resided in the UK for the past 5 consecutive years . Nationality: Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country . Key Responsibilities & Technical Accountabilities Documentation & Records: Manage the preparation...

Are you a Section Engineer or Sub Agent seeking their next role with an established Tier 1 Contractor? Would you like the opportunity to get involved in one of the most prestigious infrastructure projects in the South West? The role will include quality assessment, health and safety inspection, design issues and management of subcontractors. The successful candidate will be immediate and will be expected to be able to raise technical queries and run everyone on site efficiently. Roles and Responsibilities: Managing the sub-contractors and engineers Procurement / ordering of materials Quality Control of the works / Health and Safety Production of weekly rolling programmes Providing support to site engineers Management of site activities Progress reporting Candidate Requirements Experience of working on major civils projects Civil Engineering Degree or equivalent CSCS CITB TWC - would be beneficial but not essential The successful candidate will have a...

Are you a Section Engineer or Sub Agent seeking their next role with an established Tier 1 Contractor? The role will include quality assessment, health and safety inspection, design issues and management of subcontractors. The successful candidate will be immediate and will be expected to be able to raise technical queries and run everyone on site efficiently. Suitable candidates will come from a rail stations background. Roles and Responsibilities: Managing the sub-contractors and engineers Procurement / ordering of materials Quality Control of the works / Health and Safety Production of weekly rolling programmes Providing support to site engineers Management of site activities Progress reporting Candidate Requirements Civil Engineering Degree or equivalent Highly experienced in Rail, Steel Structures, Major Earthworks, Heavy Civils, Drainage, S278 works, S185, S106, S38 works. PTS CITB TWC - would be beneficial but not essential The successful...

Senior Geotechnical Engineer We're looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to support the construction phase of a major infrastructure project. The role involves working as part of a small team, providing technical guidance, and ensuring design intent is correctly applied on site. A regular presence at the project's site offices is required (3 days per week). Site offices are located around Coleshill and Kenilworth. Key Responsibilities Geotechnical construction phase support, coordinating with technical leads and supporting junior staff. Review Inspection and Test Plans, witness selected site tests, and maintain clear, auditable records. Manage responses to site queries, field change requests, and non conformance reports, including internal assurance steps. Interpret instrumentation and monitoring data and recommend mitigation actions when needed. Carry out geological inspections, earthworks logging, and other site-based geotechnical assessments. Contribute to...

Job Title: Lead Civil Engineer Rate: 50 - 60 per hour (dependent on experience) Location: Birmingham / Glasgow / Chester / Leeds (Flexible UK base / hybrid) Type: Contract - Inside IR35, Hybrid About the Role: Our client is seeking Lead Civil Engineers to join their Delivery group, working on non-infrastructure UK water engineering projects. You will act as a technical specialist and/or in a lead role, developing and applying advanced engineering techniques, while guiding project teams to deliver high-quality outputs. About the Client: Our client is part of a global engineering and environmental group, delivering projects in over 100 countries. They combine innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence, offering employees opportunities to work on exciting projects worldwide while supporting flexible and hybrid working patterns in the UK. Key Responsibilities: Provide guidance on design guides, standards, systems, and engineering codes. Prepare...

Electrical Package Manager Hours: Monday to Friday 07.30 am to 17.30 pm (45) Location: Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) About us Infocus Resources is a dynamic construction organisation specialising in Manpower Recruitment to various Sectors including, civils, rail and general construction. Committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, we provide opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment. About the job We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Electrical Package Manager. Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. Please note that this process can take up to 8 weeks. Eligibility criteria Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO, or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. About the role As an experienced Electrical Package Manager, you will be responsible for the...

Software Controls Engineer 3-6 month contract £45.00 £55.00 p/h DOE (Outside IR35) Liverpool Wigan St Helens Warrington Bolton Automation / PLC / Siemens TIA Portal / Rockwell / Allen-Bradley I am currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established UK manufacturer operating within a fast-paced production environment. They are seeking an experienced Software Controls Engineer to support an ongoing automation upgrade programme on a short-term contract basis. For this position, you will be required to carry out the following duties: Develop and modify PLC software using Siemens TIA Portal and/or Rockwell Studio 5000 across live production systems Support the commissioning and integration of new automated equipment into existing production lines Assist with FAT and SAT testing, including execution, sign-off and documentation Support integration between PLCs, HMIs, sensors and third-party systems Create and maintain commissioning documentation including I/O...

Site Agent Portsmouth Area Potentially Outside IR35 £425/day Introduction We are seeking a disciplined and hands-on Site Agent with an engineering background to join a major civil construction project near Portsmouth. This role is ideal for someone looking to take ownership of key work packages, delivering them from start to finish. The initial contract is 5 6 months, with potential longer-term opportunities on related projects in the area. Job Details Location: Portsmouth area Duration: Minimum 6 months (long-term opportunities possible) Rate: £425/day Working Hours: Monday Friday, 07 00 Role Level: Site Agent (engineering background essential) Role Overview The Site Agent will lead delivery of pipelines, shafts, and heavy civils works. You ll oversee technical tasks, coordinate on-site engineers and subcontractors, and ensure work is completed safely and to specification. This role suits someone technically strong, confident on site, and ready...

We have an exciting opportunity for a Freelance Sub or Site Agent to work on a rail station upgrade Project in Cardiff, Wales for 2-3 years As a Sub / Site Agent you will be working on Civils, with Buildings/Architecture, & MEP elements Duties will include: Managing Section Engineers and 50% subcontractor management, 50% Self delivery Planning, forecasting and delivering work Liaising with clients and stakeholders Developing programmes, Risk assessments, Quality assurance. Managing design, NCRs, RFI's, H&S etc. Rate is inside IR35- 450 - 550 a day, Depending on experience Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your...