Contract Civil / Highways Design Engineer Location: London (fully remote option) Rate: 35- 40 per hour Contract: Outside IR35 An opportunity has arisen for a Contract Senior Civil Engineer to join an established consultancy, supporting a range of highways and development infrastructure projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Civil Engineer looking for a flexible, fully remote contract, with the engagement expected to be outside IR35. The Role Delivering civil engineering design for highways and development infrastructure projects. Producing detailed designs for roads, drainage and associated infrastructure. Working on Section 278 and Section 38 highway schemes. Preparing technical drawings and design information using AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Coordinating with other engineering disciplines and supporting the delivery of projects from design through to approval. Requirements Experience working within a civil engineering consultancy....

Randstad are recruiting for a Senior Highways Design Engineer to join a reupatable highways contractor based in Central London (Zone 1) where the delivery and design team are co-located. The role will be varied and all-encompassing and will include a mix of hands-on highways design work and technical support to other members of the in-house design team. Candidates must have good, detailed design experience with a solid background on highway design projects. This is a 6 Month+ contract paid PAYE UMBRELLA. Role Summary: The delivery of multidisciplinary projects, balancing demands and priorities, whilst reviewing highways infrastructure design, from project proposition through to construction. Preparing and reviewing technical reports, drawings, specification, and schedules. Providing construction support to construction team. Supervising and overseeing the work of engineers and graduates Key Requirements: Relevant 1st Degree or HND/HNC (preferably in engineering) or...

Reporting to the Sub Agent or Project Manager, you will oversee daily site operations, engineering compliance, and subcontractor management across major earthworks and highways work packages. You will bridge the gap between high-level project planning and setting-out engineers to ensure safely delivered, high-quality works on schedule. Your day-to-day will involve: Package Management & Engineering Control: Overseeing setting-out accuracy and technical control across bulk cut/fill operations, drainage systems, access roads, and carriageway construction. Progress Tracking & Earthworks Monitoring: Tracking volumetric surveys and material movements, monitoring outputs against 3-to-4 week lookahead schedules, and optimizing plant/resource allocation on site. Technical QA & Engineering Management: Managing the ITP process, reviewing as-built data, coordinating material approvals, writing and issuing technical queries (TQs), and ensuring seamless design...

A well-established Tier 2 Civil Engineering and Structures contractor is looking to appoint Setting Out Engineers to support the delivery of two major infrastructure projects across the West Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity for Engineers from strong civil engineering background and reinforced concrete experience and is keen to take on additional responsibility as part of a growing project team. The company can offer genuine long-term career progression and exposure to significant infrastructure works. The Role You will be responsible for setting out and engineering duties across a range of civil engineering and structural packages. Key responsibilities will include: Setting out for reinforced concrete structures, groundworks and associated civil engineering works. Establishing and maintaining site control points and survey information. Carrying out quality inspections, as-built surveys and QA documentation. Checking levels, line and dimensions against design...

Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire Project: HS2 Bridge Project Contract: Contract position Rate: 300- 400 per day, depending on experience Duration: Until January 2027 The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for a Setting Out Engineer / Senior Site Engineer to join a civil engineering and structures contractor working on a major HS2 bridge project in Banbury. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer with a strong background in reinforced concrete (RC) frames and structures, who is comfortable taking responsibility for setting out as a key part of their role. The successful candidate will work closely with the site and engineering teams to ensure works are delivered accurately, safely and in accordance with the project requirements. Key Responsibilities Setting out and surveying structural and civil engineering works. Providing accurate engineering support to the site team. Working on reinforced concrete frames and structural elements. Checking...

Senior Electrical Engineer - Water (Contract) Remote / UK Based 45- 50 per hour Inside or Outside IR35 - subject to assessment Long-term contract We are supporting a leading engineering consultancy that is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to support a growing portfolio of wastewater projects across the UK water sector. The Role Electrical design across wastewater treatment and non-infrastructure projects Producing calculations, specifications and technical reports Developing LV electrical designs, single line diagrams and control philosophies Supporting design reviews, HAZOPs and technical/client meetings Working closely with mechanical, process and civil engineering disciplines Supporting MEICA integration throughout the project lifecycle About You Previous electrical design experience within the UK water sector Experience working on wastewater/non-infrastructure projects Strong knowledge of LV systems, motors and...

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,...

Senior Site Manager (Defence Infrastructure) Location - Richmond Contract length - 12-month contract Rate - As requested by candidate IR35 Determination - Inside IR35 Are you an experienced Senior Site Manager with a strong Tier-1 background looking for a high-profile contract role in the North Yorkshire area? We at Randstad are seeking a Senior Site Manager to take operational delivery ownership on a major defence / commercial build project. Working for a market-leading Tier-1 Main Contractor, you will manage day-to-day site operations, coordinate subcontractors and direct trades, and drive quality, safety, and short-term programmes in line with Tier-1 standards. What You Will Be Doing: Taking full operational control of assigned site packages, managing site personnel, subcontractors, and trade teams. Driving site delivery against 3-week lookahead programmes using modern site planning software. Enforcing strict Tier-1 SHEQ controls, RAMS, Permits to...

Senior Civils 3D CAD Technician Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday - Hybrid working possible (2 days from home) Randstad are looking for a highly skilled Senior Civils 3D CAD Technician to join a dynamic highways design team in London. In this role, you will be responsible for developing scheme drawings from 2D to 3D for construction. Previous experience working on Transport for London (TfL) projects highly desirable You will be providing technical advice and coordinating project delivery across feasibility studies, preliminary design, and detailed design phases. Key Responsibilities Design Production: Produce Civils 3D CAD designs based on 2D drawings, including contour plans, cut & fill plans, setting out information, and cross-sections. Specialized Tooling: Prepare sign designs using KeySigns and manage post and foundation designs using Sign Load Professional and Key Post. Technical Support: Assist in the preparation of technical...

Electrical Design Engineer (EPLAN) Rate: £47.00 - £50.00p/h DOE (Outside IR35) West Yorkshire 3-6 Month Contract Are you an experienced Electrical Design Engineer with strong EPLAN expertise and a background in automated machinery within regulated environments, looking for a hands-on contract with real ownership of your designs? Do you enjoy taking a project from functional specification through to schematics, BOM and panel build? My client is a key player in the design and build of automated machinery for the pharmaceutical sector, producing equipment that has to meet exacting quality and compliance standards. They require an EC&I Engineer to start immediately on an initial 3-month contract, with potential to extend up to 6 months. Deliver EC&I Design for Pharmaceutical Machinery This is a hands-on contract within a busy design team, working across a variety of automated machinery projects at any one time. You'll take ownership of the design process, from...

London has a number of Civil engineering projects across all sectors. We are currently looking for Site / Project engineers / Senior Project Engineers and above with Tier 5, Ancestry or applicable Visas to relocate to London and join some of the largest and most interesting Civil engineering projects in the world. You will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors with proven pedigree. You duties will be similar to Australia and New Zealand and day rates are excellent. Most contracts are for 6-24 months Duties will include: Engineers and subcontractor management and / or Self delivery Planning, forecasting and delivering work Liaising with clients and stakeholders Developing programmes, Risk assessments, Quality assurance. Commercial management Managing design, NCRs, RFI's, H&S etc. 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...

Job Title: Site Engineer Location: Peterhead, Aberdeenshire Pay Rate: 40.00 / hour Sector: Energy Transmission Infrastructure About the Role We are seeking a competent and motivated Site Engineer to join the project delivery team on a major high-voltage electricity transmission infrastructure scheme based in Peterhead. In this role, you will play a key part in setting out and managing day-to-day engineering controls across essential civil engineering and infrastructure packages. Scope of Work Earthworks Package: Monitoring bulk earthworks, cut/fill operations, sub-base preparation, and groundworks. Infrastructure & Roads: Setting out and quality control for heavy-duty access roads, drainage systems, and utility corridors. Fencing & Boundaries: Establishing precise alignments for high-security boundary fencing and compound perimeter setup. Site Quality & Compliance: Ensuring works comply with design specifications, maintaining...

Installation Engineer Water Industry London & South East £300 £400 per day Outside IR months+ Know where your next 12 months of work is coming from. Imagine a long-term AMP8 contract with a day rate that reflects your skills, outside IR35, on water infrastructure that really matters. That s what s on offer here. Why this role? Stability: 12+ months on a long-term AMP8 programme, with the potential for further contracts afterwards. No more chasing the next job in month eleven. Strong earnings: £300 £400 per day, outside IR35 (LTD or PSC), with the top of the range for engineers with strong water-sector experience who can work independently on site. Work you ll be proud of: You ll help deliver major water and wastewater projects across London and the South East that communities rely on every day. Your skills, put to use: A hands-on role where your expertise is trusted, and you ll work alongside established delivery teams, not on your own. What your...

Site Engineer (Water Infrastructure / ECI Phase) Location: Waterlooville, Hampshire Contract Rate: 350 - 400 per day (LTD - IR35 Determination Pending) Duration: Long-Term Contract (AMP8 Framework) Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Project Overview We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a principal delivery contractor on an Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and initial site preparation phase for a key Water Treatment Works (WTW) scheme in Waterlooville. This long-term contract offers excellent project continuity as it transitions from early site investigation, utility tracing, and constructability planning through to full civil engineering delivery under AMP8. You will lead front-line engineering setting out, survey verification, and technical oversight across ground investigations, service mark-outs, and early works civil infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Setting Out & Surveying: Execute precise setting out and topographic verification...

Site Engineer (Water Infrastructure / ECI Phase) Location: Waterlooville, Hampshire Contract Rate: £350 - £400 per day (LTD - IR35 Determination Pending) Duration: Long-Term Contract (AMP8 Framework) Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Project Overview We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a principal delivery contractor on an Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and initial site preparation phase for a key Water Treatment Works (WTW) scheme in Waterlooville. This long-term contract offers excellent project continuity as it transitions from early site investigation, utility tracing, and constructability planning through to full civil engineering delivery under AMP8. You will lead front-line engineering setting out, survey verification, and technical oversight across ground investigations, service mark-outs, and early works civil infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Setting Out & Surveying: Execute precise setting out and topographic...

We are seeking an experienced Site / Setting Out Engineer to join a leading main contractor delivering a major civils and build energy project. The successful candidate will play a key role on-site, focusing primarily on setting out and managing the construction of reinforced concrete (RC) elements. Key Responsibilities Precise setting out and surveying for reinforced concrete (RC) structures and associated civils work. Quality control, QA documentation, and monitoring construction progress against drawings. Managing day-to-day site operations for concrete elements, ensuring adherence to safety and design specifications. Collaborating with site management, subcontractors, and delivery teams to maintain schedule momentum. Requirements Proven experience as a Setting Out / Site Engineer on civil engineering or major construction projects (energy sector experience preferred). Strong technical expertise in reinforced concrete (RC) construction. Must be...

Contract Resident Engineer / Site Engineer - Civil & Structural Location: Essex / East London Rate: 300- 400 per day Contract: Freelance / Contract I'm working with a specialist civil and structural engineering consultancy focused on maritime infrastructure, including ports, quays and large-scale waterfront structures. They are looking for a Resident Engineer / Site Engineer to support a major infrastructure project in the Thames Estuary area. The Role This position will be split approximately 50% between the site and the office , acting as the link between the construction works and the engineers responsible for the design. You'll help ensure construction is being carried out in accordance with the engineering design, identify and communicate technical issues, and work closely with the design team to resolve queries as they arise. Responsibilities will include: Monitoring construction works to ensure compliance with engineering drawings,...

Food Process Design Engineer (SolidWorks), Junior to Mid Level Location: Peterborough Rate: £30-£40 per hour, depending on experience Outside IR-month contract Love turning a P&ID into equipment that actually gets built? Spend 12 months doing exactly that for the food and beverage industry, and grow your design skills while you do. The role and about you If you re a mechanical designer with solid project experience behind you, and you want your work to go further than a single one-off job, this one is for you. You ll take process requirements, P&IDs and customer needs and turn them into practical SolidWorks designs. You ll also help shape whole equipment ranges, so your thinking gets reused rather than shelved. Day to day, you ll: Design and modify food and beverage process equipment in SolidWorks, from 3D models and assemblies through to fabrication drawings Adapt existing designs to different capacities, processes and customers, spotting where...

EC&I Design Engineer (EPLAN) Rate: £47.00 - £50.00p/h DOE (Outside IR35) West Yorkshire 3-6 Month Contract Are you an experienced EC&I Design Engineer with strong EPLAN expertise and a background in automated machinery within regulated environments, looking for a hands-on contract with real ownership of your designs? Do you enjoy taking a project from functional specification through to schematics, BOM and panel build? My client is a key player in the design and build of automated machinery for the pharmaceutical sector, producing equipment that has to meet exacting quality and compliance standards. They require an EC&I Engineer to start immediately on an initial 3-month contract, with potential to extend up to 6 months. Deliver EC&I Design for Pharmaceutical Machinery This is a hands-on contract within a busy design team, working across a variety of automated machinery projects at any one time. You'll take ownership of the design process, from electrical...