McDermott Building & Civil Eng Ltd
Birmingham, UK
At McDermotts, we’re hiring a Setting out Engineer to join our dynamic team.
We are seeking a highly skilled Setting Out Engineer and communicator to support the McDermotts function to cover sites in Birmingham Area.
Please contact Alison on 07814 091547
To be considered for the role you must have:
We’re looking for a Setting Out Engineer with groundworks and civil engineering experience to join our team.
Main Responsibilities
Setting out for foundations, drainage, and structural elements
Use of Robotic Total Station for accurate site layout and verification
Operation and integration of 3D GPS machine control systems with plant and equipment
Liaising with site management, subcontractors, and design teams
Maintaining accurate records of site measurements and as-built data
Ensuring compliance with project drawings, specifications, and tolerances
Supporting QA processes and contributing to site safety and efficiency
Key responsibilities include:
projects delivered on time, to budget, and with quality assured
effective cost control and elimination of waste leading to project profitability
compliance with health, safety, environmental, and other obligations
conformance with company policies/processes
effective and efficient utilisation of resources
happy customers and interested parties.
Education:
GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering or similar)
Experience:
Proven experience in setting out for civil or building projects
Proficiency with Robotic Total Stations (e.g., Leica, Trimble)
Experience with 3D GPS machine control systems (e.g., Trimble Earthworks, Topcon)
Strong understanding of construction drawings and digital models
CSCS card (Engineer level or higher)
Relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering or similar)
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Familiarity with AutoCAD and digital setting out software
Desirable:
SSSTS or SMSTS certification
Experience working on educational or public sector projects
Familiarity with AutoCAD and digital setting out software
Job type: Full-time
Working hours: 07:30 – 17:00
Job Type: Full-time - Contract
Site location: Birmingham Area
Why Join McDermotts
McDermotts is a nationwide civil engineering and groundworks company based in Birmingham, supporting some of the largest construction companies across the length and breadth of the UK. Established in 1994, we’re a family-founded business that still operates with the customer focus and values we started with. Construction is our passion, and we believe that the industry can provide rich and rewarding experiences.
Our certifications include: CIOB, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, NHSS30, SSIP, Achilles Building Confidence, Safe contractor, Construction Line, FORS and Considerate Constructors.
To ensure we continue to meet the needs of our customers and grow as a business, we continually look for new recruits to join our team. When you engage with McDermotts, you are not just joining a team, you become part of our family. Our culture is built around supporting each other and working together to achieve success.
Commitments
McDermotts is an equal opportunities employer, and we value diversity. All engagement is decided based on a qualifications, merit and business need.
Applicants from outside the UK must have a suitable visa or the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this job.
Your shared personal information will be stored and shared by email or a printed copy with HR and hiring managers in relation to any open vacancy for which you wish to be considered.
At McDermotts, we’re hiring a Setting out Engineer to join our dynamic team.
We are seeking a highly skilled Setting Out Engineer and communicator to support the McDermotts function to cover sites in Birmingham Area.
Please contact Alison on 07814 091547
To be considered for the role you must have:
We’re looking for a Setting Out Engineer with groundworks and civil engineering experience to join our team.
Main Responsibilities
Setting out for foundations, drainage, and structural elements
Use of Robotic Total Station for accurate site layout and verification
Operation and integration of 3D GPS machine control systems with plant and equipment
Liaising with site management, subcontractors, and design teams
Maintaining accurate records of site measurements and as-built data
Ensuring compliance with project drawings, specifications, and tolerances
Supporting QA processes and contributing to site safety and efficiency
Key responsibilities include:
projects delivered on time, to budget, and with quality assured
effective cost control and elimination of waste leading to project profitability
compliance with health, safety, environmental, and other obligations
conformance with company policies/processes
effective and efficient utilisation of resources
happy customers and interested parties.
Education:
GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering or similar)
Experience:
Proven experience in setting out for civil or building projects
Proficiency with Robotic Total Stations (e.g., Leica, Trimble)
Experience with 3D GPS machine control systems (e.g., Trimble Earthworks, Topcon)
Strong understanding of construction drawings and digital models
CSCS card (Engineer level or higher)
Relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering or similar)
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Familiarity with AutoCAD and digital setting out software
Desirable:
SSSTS or SMSTS certification
Experience working on educational or public sector projects
Familiarity with AutoCAD and digital setting out software
Job type: Full-time
Working hours: 07:30 – 17:00
Job Type: Full-time - Contract
Site location: Birmingham Area
Why Join McDermotts
McDermotts is a nationwide civil engineering and groundworks company based in Birmingham, supporting some of the largest construction companies across the length and breadth of the UK. Established in 1994, we’re a family-founded business that still operates with the customer focus and values we started with. Construction is our passion, and we believe that the industry can provide rich and rewarding experiences.
Our certifications include: CIOB, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, NHSS30, SSIP, Achilles Building Confidence, Safe contractor, Construction Line, FORS and Considerate Constructors.
To ensure we continue to meet the needs of our customers and grow as a business, we continually look for new recruits to join our team. When you engage with McDermotts, you are not just joining a team, you become part of our family. Our culture is built around supporting each other and working together to achieve success.
Commitments
McDermotts is an equal opportunities employer, and we value diversity. All engagement is decided based on a qualifications, merit and business need.
Applicants from outside the UK must have a suitable visa or the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this job.
Your shared personal information will be stored and shared by email or a printed copy with HR and hiring managers in relation to any open vacancy for which you wish to be considered.
East Devon District Council
East Devon
Cleansing Operative
£25,584 - £28,163 per year
Permanent
Full time (*seasonal hours)
Seaton & Axe Valley
About the role
We are recruiting a StreetScene Mobile Operative to join our busy Seaton and Axe Valley team. The role will involve cleaning and stocking public lavatories, street cleansing (litter picking / emptying bins) and general public realm maintenance. Additionally, you may be asked to undertake work maintaining our outstanding environment predominantly through general grounds maintenance, hedge cutting, grass cutting, strimming, sports pitch maintenance, maintaining open spaces, and other duties assigned by the area team leader.
About you
You will need to be able to work diligently with minimal supervision, including weekends and on public holidays. You must have practical experience in a cleansing role, and you’ll need to be able to work seasonal hours (*41.5 hours in summer, 32.5 hours in winter – average of 37 hours per week). The working pattern is Wednesday-Sunday all year round. A valid driver’s licence is essential, and a category C1 C1E or C driving licence (or B licence issued prior to Jan 1997) would be a distinct advantage.
About us
Our recent Local Government Association Peer Challenge highlighted that ‘EDDC is a great place to work, with engaged staff and members’ and that’s certainly true! You will be part of a Gold Investors in People (IiP) organisation which works together with local people to create great value services and an outstanding community, economy and environment in which people want to live, work, visit and enjoy now, and for future generations. And with our wide range of health and wellbeing benefits, our highly flexible and collaborative hybrid Worksmart working arrangements as well as our commitment to continuous learning and development, you can be confident of joining a dedicated community of colleagues who are Happy, Healthy and Here.
For more about working for East Devon District Council, visit https://eastdevon.gov.uk/careers/working-at-east-devon-district-council/
For an informal discussion, please contact Luke Morgan, StreetScene Area Officer on 07970551195 or email lmorgan@eastdevon.gov.uk
Closing date: 22 June 2025 at midnight.
Interviews will be held during week commencing 30 June 2025 .
To apply online, please visit https://jobs.eastdevon.gov.uk/itliveeddc_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=4869826SR6&LANG=USA&VACANCY_ID=884081AI79
Cleansing Operative
£25,584 - £28,163 per year
Permanent
Full time (*seasonal hours)
Seaton & Axe Valley
About the role
We are recruiting a StreetScene Mobile Operative to join our busy Seaton and Axe Valley team. The role will involve cleaning and stocking public lavatories, street cleansing (litter picking / emptying bins) and general public realm maintenance. Additionally, you may be asked to undertake work maintaining our outstanding environment predominantly through general grounds maintenance, hedge cutting, grass cutting, strimming, sports pitch maintenance, maintaining open spaces, and other duties assigned by the area team leader.
About you
You will need to be able to work diligently with minimal supervision, including weekends and on public holidays. You must have practical experience in a cleansing role, and you’ll need to be able to work seasonal hours (*41.5 hours in summer, 32.5 hours in winter – average of 37 hours per week). The working pattern is Wednesday-Sunday all year round. A valid driver’s licence is essential, and a category C1 C1E or C driving licence (or B licence issued prior to Jan 1997) would be a distinct advantage.
About us
Our recent Local Government Association Peer Challenge highlighted that ‘EDDC is a great place to work, with engaged staff and members’ and that’s certainly true! You will be part of a Gold Investors in People (IiP) organisation which works together with local people to create great value services and an outstanding community, economy and environment in which people want to live, work, visit and enjoy now, and for future generations. And with our wide range of health and wellbeing benefits, our highly flexible and collaborative hybrid Worksmart working arrangements as well as our commitment to continuous learning and development, you can be confident of joining a dedicated community of colleagues who are Happy, Healthy and Here.
For more about working for East Devon District Council, visit https://eastdevon.gov.uk/careers/working-at-east-devon-district-council/
For an informal discussion, please contact Luke Morgan, StreetScene Area Officer on 07970551195 or email lmorgan@eastdevon.gov.uk
Closing date: 22 June 2025 at midnight.
Interviews will be held during week commencing 30 June 2025 .
To apply online, please visit https://jobs.eastdevon.gov.uk/itliveeddc_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=4869826SR6&LANG=USA&VACANCY_ID=884081AI79
Thames Water
Hybrid - Reading, Berkshire RG1 8DB, UK and Maple Lodge (STW) - WD3 9SQ
We are thrilled to offer a Principal Quantity Surveyor an extraordinary opportunity to lead a dedicated team of Quantity Surveyors essential to supporting the successful delivery of Major Projects and Programmes in AMP8 at Thames Water. You will oversee a contractor programme value of up to £200m per annum in AMP8, playing a vital role in helping us delivery life’s essential service to Customers.
What you’ll be doing as a Principal Quantity Surveyor
Providing Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts.
Providing Contractual advice and guidance to the delivery teams.
Ensure cost management against the budget, highlighting commercial challenges early, including managing and reporting on contingency/risk.
Management and development of Team Members, including their progression towards chartership.
Accountable for ensuring that the Team carry out the following:
Challenging and agreeing on Project Tenders.
Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract.
Assessing the Quantum of Change and/or Extension of Time.
Data Collection of Projects.
Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts.
Ensuring that appropriate processes are in place and monitored for your Delivery Area to ensure that Contractual Compliance is maintained and act as first point of escalation should any non-performance be identified and corrective actions implemented as necessary.
Supporting procurement by ensuring Suppliers and Contractors are engaged under the most appropriate Terms & Conditions.
Provide commercial support during the procurement of the contracts, including assisting in preparing tender documents.
Ensure we always maintain financial governance and provide expert input to financial and contract governance proposals.
Advising and supporting the management and optimisation of budgets and spending on the portfolio of Projects.
Supporting the Principal and Managing Quantity Surveyor with the resolution of Claims as necessary.
Base Location: Reading – Hybrid. Maple Lodge – Hybrid
Working Pattern or hours: 36 Hours
What you should bring to the role
To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is:
Hold a degree or a master’s in quantity surveying or equivalent.
Have a background in working in the civil engineering sector, such as transportation, nuclear, utilities or similar fields.
Be competent in line managing a small team and developing them to success.
Experience in both pre & post contract quantity surveying duties.
Strong Communication and negotiation skills are crucial, as well as the ability to bring numerous stakeholders together to bring opportunities to fruition.
Self-starter, resilient and tenacious under pressure.
What’s in it for you?
You will be a part of a highly professional Quantity Surveying team empowered to make decisions and responsible for all commercial aspects of their contracts.
Competitive salary from £76,000 to £86,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
Car Allowance.
Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
Private Medical Health Care.
Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
Find out more about our benefits and perks
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.
Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Wate r
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world's water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support .
When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.
Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We are thrilled to offer a Principal Quantity Surveyor an extraordinary opportunity to lead a dedicated team of Quantity Surveyors essential to supporting the successful delivery of Major Projects and Programmes in AMP8 at Thames Water. You will oversee a contractor programme value of up to £200m per annum in AMP8, playing a vital role in helping us delivery life’s essential service to Customers.
What you’ll be doing as a Principal Quantity Surveyor
Providing Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts.
Providing Contractual advice and guidance to the delivery teams.
Ensure cost management against the budget, highlighting commercial challenges early, including managing and reporting on contingency/risk.
Management and development of Team Members, including their progression towards chartership.
Accountable for ensuring that the Team carry out the following:
Challenging and agreeing on Project Tenders.
Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract.
Assessing the Quantum of Change and/or Extension of Time.
Data Collection of Projects.
Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts.
Ensuring that appropriate processes are in place and monitored for your Delivery Area to ensure that Contractual Compliance is maintained and act as first point of escalation should any non-performance be identified and corrective actions implemented as necessary.
Supporting procurement by ensuring Suppliers and Contractors are engaged under the most appropriate Terms & Conditions.
Provide commercial support during the procurement of the contracts, including assisting in preparing tender documents.
Ensure we always maintain financial governance and provide expert input to financial and contract governance proposals.
Advising and supporting the management and optimisation of budgets and spending on the portfolio of Projects.
Supporting the Principal and Managing Quantity Surveyor with the resolution of Claims as necessary.
Base Location: Reading – Hybrid. Maple Lodge – Hybrid
Working Pattern or hours: 36 Hours
What you should bring to the role
To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is:
Hold a degree or a master’s in quantity surveying or equivalent.
Have a background in working in the civil engineering sector, such as transportation, nuclear, utilities or similar fields.
Be competent in line managing a small team and developing them to success.
Experience in both pre & post contract quantity surveying duties.
Strong Communication and negotiation skills are crucial, as well as the ability to bring numerous stakeholders together to bring opportunities to fruition.
Self-starter, resilient and tenacious under pressure.
What’s in it for you?
You will be a part of a highly professional Quantity Surveying team empowered to make decisions and responsible for all commercial aspects of their contracts.
Competitive salary from £76,000 to £86,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
Car Allowance.
Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
Private Medical Health Care.
Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
Find out more about our benefits and perks
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.
Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Wate r
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world's water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support .
When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.
Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
K4 Recruitment
Ipswich, UK
Position: Lead Design Manager
Job type: Permanent
Location: Ipswich
Start date: ASAP
Package: a flexible salary bracket to allow a competitive offer, plus car allowance and benefits package
The company
A Top 100 Main Contractor with a successful history operating across Suffolk & Essex is seeking a Lead Design Manager .
Specialists in multiple sectors, including Commercial, Mixed-Use, Residential, and Education, they are recruiting for a driven and dynamic Design Manager to lead on delivering high-quality construction projects.
The role
If you are looking for your next career challenge, this role is joining a small pre-construction team where you will be joining as the lead design manager reporting into the pre-construction director. You will solely be responsible for the life cycle of all projects from pre-construction to construction phases.
With plans for growth, it offers progression for you to develop and manage a team.
You will collaborate with the internal teams as well as the client to ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget whilst ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations, Building Safety Act, and BIM standards.
Desirable Experience - Knowledge of Construction methodology and Design & Build contracts - Experienced on new build, frameworks and two-stage tenders - Strong working knowledge of building regulations, Building Safety Act, and BIM processes (ISO 19650) Application Process
If you would like more information on this Design Manager position or any other vacancy, please apply with your CV where it will be reviewed, and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by K4 Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.
Position: Lead Design Manager
Job type: Permanent
Location: Ipswich
Start date: ASAP
Package: a flexible salary bracket to allow a competitive offer, plus car allowance and benefits package
The company
A Top 100 Main Contractor with a successful history operating across Suffolk & Essex is seeking a Lead Design Manager .
Specialists in multiple sectors, including Commercial, Mixed-Use, Residential, and Education, they are recruiting for a driven and dynamic Design Manager to lead on delivering high-quality construction projects.
The role
If you are looking for your next career challenge, this role is joining a small pre-construction team where you will be joining as the lead design manager reporting into the pre-construction director. You will solely be responsible for the life cycle of all projects from pre-construction to construction phases.
With plans for growth, it offers progression for you to develop and manage a team.
You will collaborate with the internal teams as well as the client to ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget whilst ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations, Building Safety Act, and BIM standards.
Desirable Experience - Knowledge of Construction methodology and Design & Build contracts - Experienced on new build, frameworks and two-stage tenders - Strong working knowledge of building regulations, Building Safety Act, and BIM processes (ISO 19650) Application Process
If you would like more information on this Design Manager position or any other vacancy, please apply with your CV where it will be reviewed, and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by K4 Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.
