DO YOU WANT TO TAKE YOUR CONSTRUCTION CAREER TO AUSTRALIA ? - Site Engineer, Project Engineer, Section/Senior Engineer, Sub-Agent, or Site Manager? - Under the age of 35 in Scotland/the UK/Ireland? - Experience in civil engineering projects, or working with a large main building contractor? - Ever considered heading to Australia? Then you need to apply/get in touch - let us walk you through how to make this move. Contract Scotland work in partnership with PD Project Delivery, an Australian construction and project management company providing civil engineering expertise to successful projects throughout Australia. They deliver everything from roads/highways, rail, water, renewables, to bulk earthworks/groundworks, etc! If the above profile sounds like you (either experience in the civil engineering site/project environment, or relevant experience on large building projects - externals, piling, concrete frames/slipform, etc), then you could have your visa for...

Project Engineer Hydraulics (Aerospace or Petro-Chemical Industries) Based in Exeter 9 Month Contract £400 - £450 per day 3 days a week Ltd Company Outside IR35 This growing engineering organisation delivers complete project solutions across a range of technical disciplines. It offers full lifecycle support, from design and development through to installation and commissioning across multiple industries. With a strong reputation for quality and reliability, the business is seeking a Project Engineer to support a major aerospace project during an exciting period of growth. The project The current project involves the development of a mobile test rig for a leading aerospace client, designed to enable precise and reliable testing. The system features two integrated units, with a hydraulic press handling the controlled transfer of fluid into the product. Engineered for mobility, the rig can be easily moved using wheels or a forklift, providing flexibility on-site. Key...

Job title: EC&I Senior Project Engineer Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start date: ASAP Duration: 12 Month Pay rate: Depends on experience Location: Malton Hybrid/Remote Working: Onsite Hours of work: 37 hours Role information: A senior-level engineer responsible for delivering safe, compliant, and effective engineering solutions for complex industrial projects. The role involves leading the engineering aspects of projects from concept through to commissioning and handover, ensuring all work meets technical standards, safety regulations, and stakeholder requirements. Define project requirements and develop engineering solutions Produce and approve technical specifications and design Manage and oversee detailed design and contractor work Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards Support project planning, execution, and risk management Supervise construction, commissioning, and final handover Maintain configuration control and...

Role: Mechanical Project Engineer - Water Projects - Waste Water Location: Sussex & Kent Duration: 6 month + extension Rate: £400 a day My client is one of the UK's leading MEICA & Civil Engineering contractors within the Water sector and are looking for a Mechanical Project Engineer to join their team on a contract basis working on various water projects for their AMP8 contracts. Responsibilities include: Outline engineering from inception to completion of schemes utilising in-house resources, site installation and construction personnel The timely completion of multiple concurrent projects, safely and within budget Liaise with client's engineering and operations staff to ensure KPI's are met or exceeded within budget constraints Attend internal and external review and progress meetings Attend site visits/meetings. Ascertain preliminary and detailed design/project requirements and solutions Prepare estimates and quotations Cradle to Grave...

DO YOU WANT TO TAKE YOUR CONSTRUCTION CAREER TO AUSTRALIA ? - Site Engineer, Project Engineer, Section/Senior Engineer, Sub-Agent, or Site Manager? - Under the age of 35 in Scotland/the UK/Ireland? - Experience in civil engineering projects, or working with a large main building contractor? - Ever considered heading to Australia? Then you need to apply/get in touch - let us walk you through how to make this move. CS Internationa (Part of Contract Scotland) work in partnership with PD Project Delivery, an Australian construction and project management company providing civil engineering expertise to successful projects throughout Australia. They deliver everything from roads/highways, rail, water, renewables, to bulk earthworks/groundworks, etc! If the above profile sounds like you (either experience in the civil engineering site/project environment, or relevant experience on large building projects - externals, piling, concrete frames/slipform, etc), then you could...

Staff Engineer & Project Manager Enterprise Change to Win (eCTW) Location: Plymouth (Onsite - Building 2) Contract Duration: 12 Months Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:30 Are you a high-caliber Engineer with a knack for steering complex projects toward the finish line? We are seeking a Staff Engineer / Project Manager to join our Specimen Management manufacturing team in Plymouth. In this pivotal role, you will lead the "Enterprise Change to Win" (eCTW) initiative, driving high-impact cost reduction, process optimisation, and technical innovation. Reporting to a Global Lead based in the US, you will act as the onsite technical authority for end-to-end project execution. Your Impact Project Leadership: Own the scoping, resource allocation, and budget management for complex engineering initiatives. Process Engineering: Execute Manufacturing Work Orders (MWOs), engineering studies, and rigorous validation protocols. Operational Excellence: Identify and...

Process Design Engineer Structural, Pipework & Vessel Design (FMCG Process Equipment) Location: Peterborough Rate: £35 - £40ph LTD Company Outside IR35 Remote work available with the occasional office visit Job Purpose We are seeking a Design Engineer to join the Engineering design team, supporting the development, modification, and documentation of structural, vessel, and pipework solutions within the FMCG process equipment sector. The role supports liquid and powder process engineering projects across food, beverage, brewery, bakery, dairy, and utility applications, delivering high-quality cradle-to-grave design outputs that meet industry standards and customer requirements. You will work within a multidisciplinary project team, contributing your own engineering ideas while ensuring designs are practical, economical, and suitable for manufacture and installation. Key Responsibilities of the Design Engineer: • Design and develop process machinery...

Design Engineer Structural, Pipework & Vessel Design (FMCG Process Equipment) Location: Peterborough Rate: £35 - £40ph LTD Company Outside IR35 Job Purpose We are seeking a Design Engineer to join the Engineering design team, supporting the development, modification, and documentation of structural, vessel, and pipework solutions within the FMCG process equipment sector. The role supports liquid and powder process engineering projects across food, beverage, brewery, bakery, dairy, and utility applications, delivering high-quality cradle-to-grave design outputs that meet industry standards and customer requirements. You will work within a multidisciplinary project team, contributing your own engineering ideas while ensuring designs are practical, economical, and suitable for manufacture and installation. Key Responsibilities of the Design Engineer: • Design and develop process machinery including mixers, conveyors, filling systems, and ancillary...

Health Physics Surveyor (Nuclear) Long term contract/Permanent Location - Reading Rate - 36.26 per hour / 40,000 plus benefits Start Date - ASAP As a HP Surveyor you will be performing activities and carrying out assessments on tasks, equipment or environments which have a radiological impact. While doing it to the highest standards. Responsibilities include: radiological surveys and analyses routine Health Physics tasks including - Response checks of instrumentation Monitoring of personnel and areas Designated area access / egress control Air sampling PPE / RPE inspection Possible use of specialised RPE, i.e. PBASO (pressurised breathing air - suit operative) Working party compliance with radiological controls Clearance monitoring decontamination of areas, items and personnel Prepare and maintain all necessary records, and associated documentation Assist project engineers as necessary with work/test instructions and studies Report...

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Derbyshire Rate: £40 - £42 per hour (Ltd Outside IR35) Contract: 3 6 month initial contract likely to extend Immediate Start Our client is looking for an experienced professional to take a lead role in managing the full design process from initial concept through to final delivery. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects within a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment. You'll use tools like CAD and advanced engineering software to validate calculations, support testing, and oversee project execution, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction at every stage. What Our Client is Looking For: A hands-on background in fabrication and structural engineering Proficiency in engineering calculations using Mathcad, Excel, and hand calculations Expertise in acoustics, airflow, and thermal systems Experience with both large and small...

Contract Maintenance Engineer - Leeds 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights) Excellent Benefits World-Class Manufacturer Rate 38/39ph depending on experience We are recruiting for a Contract Maintenance Engineer to join a leading, world-class manufacturing business in Leeds. This Maintenance Engineer role is a hands-on position within a highly automated, state-of-the-art production environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a Contract Maintenance Engineer who is looking to work for a company that invests heavily in its people, technology, career opportunities, and training, while maintaining a friendly and supportive team culture. The Role As a Contract Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of production through both reactive and planned maintenance across the site. Key Responsibilities: Reactive and planned maintenance across production machinery and process plant Electrical and/or mechanical fault finding and repairs...

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a well-established building services consultancy in London on an contract basis outside IR35. This hybrid role will involve working as part of a multidisciplinary building services engineering team, supporting the delivery of electrical design solutions across a range of building projects. The successful Electrical Design Engineer will contribute to the development of electrical building services designs, technical documentation and coordinated BIM models. This role is based in the London office with hybrid working available, offering the chance to work on high-quality building services projects alongside experienced engineers and consultants. Key Responsibilities As an Electrical Design Engineer, your responsibilities will include: Producing electrical building services designs for a variety of building projects Developing electrical schematics, layouts and technical...

Digital Delivery Engineer 6 Months 2-3x per week in London We're looking for a Digital Delivery Specialist to support the delivery of structural engineering projects through BIM and digital workflows. This role will focus on model coordination, digital delivery execution, and improving project efficiency across multidisciplinary teams. You'll be working closely with engineers, designers, and project teams to ensure high-quality digital deliverables and seamless collaboration throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Support BIM coordination and digital delivery aligned with ISO 19650 standards Assist in developing and delivering digital project scopes, schedules, and workflows Produce and review structural BIM models and digital deliverables Conduct clash detection and model coordination using tools such as Navisworks and Tekla Perform QA/QC checks on models and digital outputs Identify and implement improvements in digital delivery processes...

FREELANCE SITE ENGINEER DAILY RATE BASED ON EXPERIENCE BRIGHTON START ASAP We are currently looking for an experienced site engineer to work on major build project on the outskirts of Brighton. The role is working with an established regional civil engineering contractor delivering a key part of the project and will be joining an established and professional team The key duties for the role include but are not limited to: Setting out Checking plans, drawings and quantities for accuracy of calculations Managing, monitoring and interpreting design documents Liaising with the site team, consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project Planning the work and efficiently organising the plant and site facilities in order to meet agreed deadlines Quality control and health and safety matters on site Preparing reports as required; Resolving any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that...

Great new position for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer on a contract basis to support the delivery of high-profile data centre and commercial mixed-use projects across London and the South East. This role will suit a capable engineer who can quickly integrate into a design team and contribute across all project stages, from concept through to detailed design. The Role Deliver electrical design from concept to detailed stage Produce calculations, technical drawings, reports, and specifications Contribute to high-value, technically challenging new-build schemes Coordinate with mechanical engineers, architects, and contractors Attend design meetings and undertake site visits as required Ensure designs comply with current UK Building Regulations and industry standards Work confidently to programme deadlines within a fast-paced project environment About You Proven experience within an electrical building services consultancy environment Strong background in data...

Senior Site Engineer Highways Location: Cheltenham Direct Reports: Site Engineer Rate - Inside IR35 Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior /Site Engineer to join our highways project team based near Cheltenham. The successful candidate will support the Sub Agent in delivering highways and utilities works safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards. This role will involve managing day-to-day site engineering activities and overseeing Junior Site Engineer to ensure works are delivered in accordance with design, specification, and contractual requirements. I am looking for Engineers with Highways experience. Key Responsibilities Report directly to the Sub Agent and provide technical support to the site management team. Manage and mentor a Site Engineer, reviewing setting out, quality checks, and documentation. Oversee highways works including earthworks, drainage, kerbing, surfacing, S278/S106 works and associated...

Site Engineer Civils / Earthworks (Contract) Alloa ASAP (Week commencing 23 March Initial 3-month contract (likely extension) A well-established civil engineering contractor is seeking a Site Engineer to support works on a civil engineering project. Due to additional scope being awarded, the project team is delivering a new compound area and car park construction . This creates an opportunity for an engineer who can support the team with surveys, quantification and technical record keeping , while also assisting with developing layouts and drawings where designs are still evolving. Key Responsibilities Carry out site surveys and setting out for earthworks and compound construction Support quantification and measurement of works Maintain accurate site records and documentation Produce and amend AutoCAD drawings where required, supporting works that are currently undesigned Assist the team with planning and delivery of earthworks and infrastructure...

Job title: Senior Cost Engineer Job Type: Contract Duration: 12 Months Rolling Rate: Circa 40 - 45 per hour (Umbrella) Start date: ASAP subject to clearance Location: Preston - Hybrid 2 - 3 days per week on site Hours of work: 37-40 hours per week Work within the project team to provide support in controlling the cost elements of the project. Core requirements include the production of Estimate at Completion (EAC's) based on the cost to date and a forecast of the cost to complete along with managing the project invoicing ensuring these are raised and cash collected in a timely manner Role information: - Apply project controls processes and procedures. - Regular interfacing and integration with the planning team to maintain an aligned financial position with the programme. - Drive solutions that optimise quality cost reporting. - Attend project meetings to maintain knowledge of project status. - Development and maintenance of cost collection structures in SAP -...

Astute's Contract team is working with a well-established energy from waste business for an Electric Engineer contract role for their renewable energy plant in South London. The Electrical Engineer will be Inside IR35 with a day rate between 350- 450 per day. This contract will be bridging the gap till a permanent hire joins the team. Contract duration could be anywhere from 2 months - 6 months. After, there is potential to move into the Project team on an ad-hoc basis. Key Skills Required for the role: Diagnose, repair and maintain electrical systems, including motors, PLCs, control panels, sensors and circuits. Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on electrical equipment. Perform fault-finding and troubleshoot complex electrical issues in a timely manner. Must have's: A recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent) 17th / 18th Edition wiring regulations certified Full UK Driving License Astute People are acting as an...

Senior Engineer (Quality) Location: Woolwich Contract: up to £380pd (IR35 subject to determination) Length: 12 Month Contract An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Engineer with a strong focus on quality assurance to join a team delivering clean water pipeline infrastructure projects across the Thames Water region. Working on major water network upgrades, this role will play a key part in ensuring the highest standards of quality are maintained throughout the project lifecycle. You will work closely with project managers, site teams and subcontractors to ensure that pipeline installation works are delivered in line with design specifications, industry standards and client requirements. The role will involve overseeing quality processes, supporting site delivery teams and ensuring all documentation and inspection procedures are completed accurately and efficiently. Key Responsibilities Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with project specifications,...