Project Manager - Civils Contractor Location: Reading University Start Date: June 2026 Programme Duration: 23 Weeks A leading Civils Contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee a 4 million external works package at Reading University. The project includes a full range of external and infrastructure works, including: Drainage installation Block paving works Water feature construction Car park construction and associated civils works Key Responsibilities: Manage the successful delivery of the project from start to completion Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams effectively Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and within budget Maintain high standards of quality, health & safety, and compliance Attend and lead progress meetings with the client and stakeholders Monitor programme performance and provide regular progress updates Oversee procurement, labour, and resource planning Requirements: Previous experience...

Procurement Specialist - Rail Signalling & E&P Major Projects Location: Birmingham, Derby or Ireland Sector: Rail Infrastructure / Major Projects Discipline: Railway Signalling, Control Systems, Electrification & Plant (E&P) Employment Type: Permanent / Contract Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to support the delivery of major rail infrastructure projects across Signalling, Control Systems, and E&P programmes. The role will focus on strategic sourcing, supplier management, subcontract procurement, and commercial support across complex rail frameworks and capital delivery projects. The successful candidate will work closely with project delivery, engineering, commercial, and supply chain teams to ensure materials, subcontractors, and specialist services are procured in line with programme, budget, quality, and rail compliance requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead procurement activities for rail...

QUANTITY SURVEYOR Eastern Region / Chelmsford, Essex Hybrid Working £400 - £500 per day (Inside IR35) A major civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is looking to strengthen its commercial team with the appointment of an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a growing portfolio of framework projects across the Eastern region. The business delivers long-term infrastructure works across highways, clean water and local authority frameworks, offering a strong pipeline of secured work and a flexible approach to hybrid working. This is a hands-on commercial role suited to someone with a strong main contractor background who is confident operating within NEC environments and managing multiple live projects at once. The Role • Contract administration under NEC • Subcontractor procurement and package management • Managing subcontract accounts through to final account • Cost reporting and forecasting • Managing compensation events and commercial risk • Working...

What will you be doing? As a Project Engineer, you'll support the successful delivery of substation projects, ensuring all engineering activities are completed safely, accurately, and to the highest standards. With hands-on experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively with project managers, site teams, and external stakeholders, you will: Oversee site supervisors, craft teams, and subcontractors on a daily basis Communicate regularly with client site representatives and attend progress meetings Monitor and manage project costs Prepare method statements, work instructions, and risk assessments Provide information for contract status reports and other client deliverables Maintain accurate project records to support claims and commercial reporting Plan and coordinate labour, plant, and materials for substation works Liaise with procurement to ensure timely availability of equipment and materials Ensure compliance with relevant standards and company...

Job Title Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor - Heavy Subcontract Management (Rail & Civil Infrastructure) Location Coventry - Hybrid - 3 days per week on site Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong expertise in heavy subcontract management on major rail and civil engineering infrastructure projects. The role will focus on the commercial and contractual management of complex subcontract packages within large-scale infrastructure delivery environments. You will be responsible for ensuring robust cost control, effective subcontract procurement and administration, accurate forecasting, and proactive risk and change management across multiple high-value work packages. Key Responsibilities Subcontract Commercial Management Lead end-to-end management of subcontract packages from procurement through to final account Prepare, negotiate, and administer NEC / bespoke subcontract agreements (e.g.,...

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....

Job Title: Site Setting Out Engineer Salary: Competitive salary/rate dependent on experience Location: Staffordshire Type: Contract Site Based About the Role: Our client is looking to strengthen their Construction team with the appointment of a Site Setting Out Engineer to support works on a major water sector project based in Staffordshire. Reporting directly to the Site Manager, you will be responsible for providing accurate setting out and quality control services to ensure all works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project specifications. About the Client: Our client is a leading design and build provider operating within the UK water sector, delivering major infrastructure projects across long-term framework agreements. They are recognised for their collaborative approach, strong safety culture and commitment to employee development and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities: Carry out all works in accordance with CDM Regulations and...

Position: Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure / Energy Location : Home-based (with weekly travel to Marston Green + occasional site visits - Travel expenses provided) Contract : 6 months (likely extension) Day Rate : Circa 525/day (via Umbrella) The Opportunity: We're supporting a major UK infrastructure programme at the heart of the energy transition, delivering large-scale electricity transmission upgrades across England and Wales. This is a key Quantity Surveyor position within a strategic infrastructure team, where you will take ownership of significant work packages across complex, high-value construction projects. You will act as the commercial lead for your package, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and within budget. Key responsibilities include: Owning the commercial and contractual management of major construction packages Managing costs, forecasts, and spend against budget Leading on NEC4 contract administration...

Role: Project Manager (Civils) Position: Contract Location: Leiston / hybrid Days on Site: 3 days Duration: Approx until 31st Dec 2026 Pay: up to 484 PAYE - 700 Umbrella The Civil Works Programme comprises a series of projects that will be delivered over a 10-year period. Each element of the scope has been assigned to a combination of participants that will be responsible and accountable for the delivery. The Civils Programme will deliver the Sizewell C Civil Engineering scope to support the MEH erection in the Nuclear, Conventional and Heat Sink islands. The Civil Works Programme is responsible for delivering: Enabling and Earthworks: sea defences, access facilities, civil engineering work to support site establishment, diaphragm walling around the nuclear plant footprint, dewatering, excavation and earthworks. Tunnelling and Marine: beach landing facility, jetty, shafts and intake and outfall tunnels for the nuclear plant cooling systems. Main civil...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor to recruit a M&E Quantity Surveyor with building service experience on a 12 months contract for its site in Essex for an start in April 2026. Key skills Manage contract administration and procurement processes across Mechanical, Electrical, and wider Building Services (MEP) packages, ensuring effective coordination with general construction works. Undertake cost planning, monitoring, and reporting throughout the full project lifecycle, with an integrated approach that considers both MEP and associated building/structural elements. Negotiate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers across both M&E and general construction disciplines to secure best value and commercially robust outcomes. Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts , including the assessment and settlement of variations, claims, and contractual disputes across multi-disciplinary packages....

Astute's Power team are looking to recruit a Civil Quantity Surveyor on an Energy from Waste Project in Essex on a 12 month minimum contract. Key skills Oversee commercial aspects of remaining project packages including structural steelwork, cladding, and administration building fit-out works Provide commercial support across minor civil works and associated infrastructure elements Administer and manage preliminaries packages , including scaffolding, design services, and other site-wide costs Assist in the close-out of the main civil works account , ensuring all final accounts are accurately prepared, agreed, and settled Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim valuations and final accounts with clients and subcontractors Monitor and control project costs, identifying risks, variations, and opportunities to maintain budget compliance Manage subcontractor procurement , including tendering, analysis, and appointment Review and assess variations, change orders, and...

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...

Role Title Managing Quantity Surveyor - Highways - Lincolnshire - Hybrid Contributing to the delivery of a major highway's infrastructure scheme involving the construction of an 8km dual carriageway. Supported construction and coordination of complex civils and enabling works including 3 new local road junctions, tie-ins to existing highway roundabouts, earthworks, associated engineering and traffic management across a live infrastructure environment. Assisted with delivery of multiple major structures including bridges, footbridges and sub structures ensuring compliance with programme, quality and HSE requirements. Purpose Reporting to the project commercial manager the MQS will manage a team of quantity surveyors and take responsibility for the management of all costs and income relating to the project from commencement through to completion. The MQS will have significant experience in minimising the costs of a project and enhancing value for money, while still...

PSR Solutions are recruiting for a Freelance Project Manager Location: m Rate: Competitive My client is one of the industry leading construction companies specialising in Commercial and Industrial projects with a reputation for delivering schemes up to 30m. I am currently assisting them with their requirement for an experienced Project Manager to oversee a commercial scheme valued up to 15m. The ideal candidate will have experience running a either a new build or refurbishment project north of 10m. These duties include the following; Over-seeing a team of Site Managers while reporting into a visiting contracts manager. Weekly reporting against programme, maintaining the programme progress, including client progress report. Sub-contractor weekly meetings & progress reports. A daily client facing role. Sequencing of works both internally & externally, assistance with Subcontractor Enquiries & Procurement. Quality assurance, working with site team to collate...

Package Manager (Agent) Package Manager required for delivery of engineering surveys as part of the very prestige project. London The surveys consist of the following: - Topographical surveys - Ground Investigation - Trial Trenches - Weathering Steel Initial responsibilities will be to support the Project Manager and Engineering Director to finalise the scope, procurement, and programme for all scopes of work. The successful candidate will: Health, Safety & Wellbeing: Maintain a safe working environment by enforcing health and safety regulations, best practices, and adherence to the Construction Phase Plan. Monitor compliance with onboarding and induction processes for your element of works. Review all Works Package Plans for both subcontract and self-delivered works. Work with the Project Manager and Principal Designer to ensure CDM requirements are met for the scheme. Work with the Health & Safety Manager to investigate any incidents that occur on the...