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Looking to speak to highly skilled Civil / Structural Engineer to join our growing rail infrastructure team, delivering key projects across London and Hertfordshire. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, multidisciplinary rail schemes, contributing to the design, coordination, and delivery of critical infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Develop feasibility studies, outline designs and detailed designs in line with Client requirements and applicable design standards. Apply knowledge of relevant railway, standards, GRIP/PACE processes, British Standards, Eurocodes and statutory requirements. Guide CAD technicians in producing design drawings, details and standard libraries. Undertake civil engineering design and assessment across a wide range of railway infrastructure assets including platforms, lineside structures, equipment bases, footbridges, overbridges, etc. Carry out project planning, programming, cost control, administration and associated reporting. Requirements Chartered Member of the ICE/IStructE Understanding and working use of Eurocodes Team worker able to work together as a team for the Group, not just the individual Technical, analytical, and numerical design ability Knowledge of Network Rail and London Underground Design & Build processes and standards Experience of draughting software especially Bentley MicroStation (desirable) Drainage, Piling and Temporary works experience (desirable but not essential) Client will look at Engineers who are working towards their chartership, but the salary will be more different to what is advertised. Salary upto 85,000 depending on experience. If you are interested in this role please apply today to hear more,

We are seeking an experienced and driven Estimator to join a leading main contractor based in Warrington. This is a key leadership role within the pre-construction team, responsible for delivering high-quality cost estimates across a diverse portfolio of civil engineering projects including rail infrastructure, highways, and port developments. You will play a pivotal role in securing major projects, supporting strategic bids, and mentoring a growing estimating team. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of detailed and accurate cost estimates for complex civil engineering projects. Oversee and coordinate the full tendering process from initial enquiry through to submission Analyse drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive pricing Engage with supply chain partners to obtain competitive quotations and build strong relationships Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options within tenders Collaborate closely with planning, commercial, and operational teams Present and review estimates with senior leadership and stakeholders Support business development activities and contribute to winning work strategies Mentor and develop junior estimators within the team Requirements Proven experience in a senior or principal estimating role within a main contractor environment Strong background in civil engineering, ideally across rail, highways, or port projects Excellent knowledge of construction methods, contracts, and pricing structures Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office tools Excellent communication and leadership abilities Salary is upto £85,000 + Pkg. Please apply if you are interested to hear more about this opportunity.

We are currently seeking a Site / Section Engineer to work for a major Civil Contractor who works across the UK specializing in a variety of Civil engineering sectors varying in value. The Role will be based near Birmingham on a Highways project, with a good duration with further work within the region to follow on My Client is looking for someone to join them the work on this prestigous project and in return will offer future progression and development within the industry The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working on large civils schemes, major projects background, either within heavy civils, tunnelling, earthworks, highways or rail infrastructure. Responsibilities as Section Engineer: • act as the main technical adviser on a construction site for subcontractors, craftspeople and operatives within your area of responsibility. • develop safe systems of work, method statements and quality documentation; ITPs, QRPs and the like. • produce, monitor and control budgets for sections of work scope. • ensure that all materials used and work performed are in accordance with the specifications • oversee the selection and requisition of materials • manage, monitor and interpret the contract design documents • liaise with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project • attending regular progress meetings to inform the wider team • carry out day-to-day management of the site, including supervising and monitoring the site labour force, junior site engineers and the work of any subcontractors in area of responsibility • plan the work and efficiently organise the plant and site facilities in order to meet agreed deadlines • oversee quality control and health and safety matters on site • prepare reports as required • resolve any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise. Required Qualifications / Expertise: • MEng/BEng/Foundation Degree/BTEC/ Degree in Civil Engineering • CSCS About the Company/Project: The client is a well knownBuilding & Civil Engineering Contractor, established for over 50 years. Their core focus is on delivering complex infrastructure projects but also cover engineering rail, heavy civil engineering and infrastructure schemes forming the bulk of their workload

Leading Tier 1 Main Contractor urgently seek a Construction Manager who can work NIGHTS in Birmingham. This role is to work NIGHTS. From 7pm - 5am within a hospital type environment. The role is to manage and supervise the stripout and refit of fire protection and prevention within the M&E of a live in use site. Due to the Site being live and busy during the daytime it is required to work NIGHTS. Previous hospital experience, prison experience or any secure environment which is in use day and night will be required. This will require specialist M&E experience, managing fire protection and prevention on major m&e packages which will equate to 150m over 5 years ( 30m package value per annum) The successful candidate can expect a rewarding career with a Tier 1 Main Contractor that can gurantee longevity of work, a full pipeline of projects, pay increases, progression in your career and be treated well. Apply with CV

We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to work for a regional civils contractor based on projects acrossSouth Coast working on a multi discipline civil engineering projects. Project Details As the successful candidate you will manage all costs and contracts relating to the project within the company, from the initial calculations to the final figures. You must seek to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality. You will be responsible for estimating, surveying, cost planning and commercial management throughout the entire life cycle of the project from inception to post-completion. Provide advice and guidance to Project QS and Assistant QS and assist the Commercial Manager with review and authorisation of S/C Orders and S/C Payments. Show good communication skills in overseeing Project QS & Assistant QS, ensuring instructions are clear and concise and responses are met within a defined time frame. Duties: Cost planning and commercial management throughout the entire life cycle of the project from inception to post-completion. Value determination. Risk management and calculation. Procurement advice and assistance during the tendering procedures. Tender analysis and agreement of the contract sum. Commercial management and contract administration. Assistance in dispute resolution. Interim valuations and payment assessment. Cost management Assessing the additional costs of design variations, and providing substantiation production of company pre-qualification questionnaire (PQQ) documentation in line with company policies. Aid support and guidance on commercial issues Experience / Qualifications: Recognised Quantity Surveying qualification Previous experience within a similar role NEC3 experience Good knowledge of Early warnings and CE procedures within NEC3 Must be flexible and able to work as part of a team and using own initiative Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Ability to use a range of IT packages including Microsoft Office and bespoke packages Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise Ability to work to deadlines and with minimum supervision Benefits: 25 days holiday, Competetive Salary, Car or car allowance, Pension Contributions and Private Healthcare.

We are currently seeking a Civil Engineering Planner to work for a main regional civil engineering contractor on a multi million pound civil infrastructure schemes in the midlands This is an excellent opportunity to join an established, award winning contractor, with continuous success over a number of years with a solid order book. The ideal candidate should fit the below criteria: Main contract experience Progressed from an engineering background (Site Engineer, Section Engineer, Agent etc) Solid understanding of ASTA, P6, MS planning software experience working on civil related projects At least three years planning experience, with a further number of years experience on site Progressed from and Engineering background Roles & Responsibilities: Support the successful delivery of fully logically linked programmes that comply with the planning standard and client requirements. Provide input into project risk registers. Develop design and build programmes with detailed WBS structures and fully coded activities to support both Amco and Client progress reporting. Develop and maintain excellent communication relationships with internal and external customers to gather progress information for project /programme updates. Continuously monitor programmes to ensure they are updated to accurately reflect progress and reflect the revised forecast of the works and compare to baseline Provide regular feedback and reports on the status of the projects to the project delivery team. Provide sufficient detail on materials and plant to ensure the procurement teams have early visibility of the project requirements. Provide sufficient resource information to ensure any recruitment requirements are identified in a suitable timescale. Ensure the programme covers all the contractual key milestones. Participate in the continuous improvement of the planning and delivery teams to support successful project delivery. Act as an ambassador for the company with suppliers, stakeholders, customers and the public. Support the successful delivery of the business lifesaving rules.

Pinnacle Recruitment are currently looking for a Site Supervisor to work on various Mains Replacement Renewal sites across London. Salary - up to £50,000 DOE Location: Site based across London & South East, working out of our clients Depot in Leabridge Road East London Role Summary To ensure current and future work activities are planned and resources (labour, plant, and material) are available. Build and develop the team to deliver all aspects of the project requirements. Provide, monitor, and control, labour, plant and materials to meet the programme. Monitor and instruct Subcontractor and Direct workforce, identifying training requirements and ensuring only trained, competent and authorised persons are completing assigned tasks and operating equipment and plant. Ensure delivery of briefings including start of shift, method statements, risk assessments and regular toolbox talks covering appropriate health, safety and environmental issues are recorded and understood by your teams. Interpret and apply engineering drawings. Ensure that the workplace is organised and planned to minimise or avoid unnecessary manual handling of materials. Ensure that the workplace under your supervision is kept tidy and safe access routes for both plant and people are maintained. Ensure hazardous materials are stored, handled, used and disposed of in accordance with the COSHH assessment. Stop any activity which is considered to be unsafe and only allowing to restart when it is safe to do so. Report all health and safety incidents, including near misses and injuries, immediately, and assist with any incident investigations. Carry out regular safety inspections and implement recommended courses of action as identified from progress monitoring and management inspections. Comply with environmental legislation and company procedures. Report all environmental incidents immediately and assist with any incident investigations. Carry out regular environmental inspections and implement recommended courses of action as identified from progress monitoring and management inspections. Monitor quality standards on site ensuring high standard of works to meet the specification requirements first time and minimise rework. Identify and report non-conformances. Carry out any other duties appropriate to this post Key Competencies Must hold a current UK Driving License SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) EUSR National Water Hygiene NRSWA Supervisor Confined Space Trained (Desirable) Benefits Competitive Salary 25 days annual leave Long Service Scheme Access to Peoples Pension scheme after 3 months service Access to Group Pension Scheme after completion of one year service Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover if joining pension scheme Access to EAP & Medicash after successful completion of probation CSR Programme (3 days supported per annum) Continuous Development Opportunities

We have an exciting opportunity to work on a Main Civil Engineering contractor to work on a very prestigious project in the East Anglia / Essex region on multi discipline civil engineering projects. This construction programme is underway with c5 years worth of work in front of them. They require a Section Engineer to work across the project responsible for the Structures, Earthworks and infrastructure packages. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working on civil schemes, with a background, either within heavy civils, and structures, highways or infrastructure. Responsibilities as Section Engineer: • act as the main technical adviser on a construction site for subcontractors, craftspeople and operatives within your area of responsibility. • develop safe systems of work, method statements and quality documentation; ITPs, QRPs and the like. • produce, monitor and control budgets for sections of work scope. • ensure that all materials used and work performed are in accordance with the specifications • oversee the selection and requisition of materials • manage, monitor and interpret the contract design documents • liaise with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project • attending regular progress meetings to inform the wider team • carry out day-to-day management of the site, including supervising and monitoring the site labour force, junior site engineers and the work of any subcontractors in area of responsibility • plan the work and efficiently organise the plant and site facilities in order to meet agreed deadlines • oversee quality control and health and safety matters on site • prepare reports as required • resolve any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise. Required Qualifications / Expertise: • MEng/BEng/Foundation Degree/BTEC/ Degree in Civil Engineering • CSCS

We are currently working alongside a civil enigneeirng and construction contractor to recruit an experienced Site Agent to be based on a civil highways project in Kent valued c£20m As a Site Agent you will be responsible for the management of various construction sites at the mid level value , in order to achieve required project delivery to the customers objectives, while maintaining standards of health and safety, quality, environmental impact and cost control. Responsibilities: • Be responsible for the successful delivery of projects • Supervise the delivery to the project programme • Understand and interpret drawings and specifications • Provide support to the project team • Ensure all staff, subcontractors and visitors are properly inducted, meet the competencies required of them and hold relevant qualifications and tickets • Undertake an ambassadorial role, representing the Business to customers, the public and official bodies • Comply with Company procedures and legal obligations at all times, promoting best practice • Establish safe working cultures and practices and environmental compliance • Maintain and manage construction sites and subcontractors, developing positive working relationships About You • Considerable experience in Civil Engineering • Working knowledge of JCT / NEC contract conditions, CDM regulations, design management, programme and risk management and cost control including forecasting, actual cost and value reporting • Good knowledge of specifications and testing regimes relevant to general civil engineering Requirements Proven experience as a Site Agent or Senior Site Engineer Strong background in civil engineering works Excellent knowledge of health, safety, and environmental compliance Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Relevant engineering or construction qualification Valid Safe Pass / CSCS (or equivalent) Confined Spaces, Temporary Works, or EUSR cards (desirable)

Planning Manager urgently required for a reputable House Builder / Developer near Winchester, Hampshire The role will be to support the Land function of the business providing support to Land Managers and Strategic Land Managers whilst reporting into the Land Director. Sites will be between 60 - 300 units generally speaking and this position will lead an Assistant Planner and Senior Planner. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 - 5 years Planning experience and have spent some of this time either with a Developer/ Client side or at a respected consultancy dealing with sites with at least 80 units in size. You must be able to drive a planning application through monitoring and liaising with consultants and local planning authorities. This role is progressive and there will be opportunities to move to a Planning Director type role or a move into Development management

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in civil rail infrastructure to oversee projects across the South West corridor. This is a permanent opportunity for a driven and capable professional who can lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex rail civil engineering works, and deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage civil rail projects across the South West route. Oversee all aspects of project delivery including planning, budgeting, procurement, and resource allocation. Ensure full compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and client requirements. Manage stakeholder relationships including clients, contractors, and local authorities. Monitor project performance, manage risk, and implement mitigation strategies. Provide strong leadership to site teams, ensuring high standards of quality and safety. Prepare and present project reports to senior management and clients. Requirements Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil rail infrastructure . Strong background in rail-related civil engineering works (e.g., structures, earthworks, drainage, trackside civils). Demonstrable experience delivering projects within the UK rail environment. Excellent knowledge of health & safety regulations and CDM requirements. Strong commercial awareness and contract management experience (NEC preferred) Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering or Project Management (degree or equivalent). Salary is upto 75,000 + pkg. If you have experience on complex civil rail projects and are looking for a new challenge please apply to hear more.

We are seeking an experienced a Section Engineer to carry out work in the South West Region as part of a CP7 framework working on civils rail packages including drainage, bridges, structure, heavy civils. Managing engineering activities from design through to delivery while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance across multiple sites. Key Responsibilities Manage engineering processes from design through to construction delivery on CP7 on Rail projects Lead and support a team including graduate engineers, site engineers, and apprentices. Oversee health & safety compliance, inspections, and best practice on site. Manage subcontractors and challenge non-conformance where required. Review and respond to technical queries, RFIs, NCRs, and MARS submissions. Plan and programme works to ensure safe, efficient, and timely delivery. About You Proven experience as an engineer or agent on civil rail projects on general civils packages. Experience working on rail or major infrastructure frameworks Salary up-to 55,000k + pkg Please apply if you have the experience above and are interested in hearing more.

Pinnacle Recruitment are currently looking for a Contracts Manager to work for a leading utilities contractor specialising in the water and civil engineering sectors. As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of wastewater infrastructure programmes across the Southeast, ensuring every project is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Your technical expertise, leadership, and strategic insight will be crucial in building client confidence and delivering safe, highquality solutions that support our clients continued growth. Salary - 80,000 - 90,000 DOE Duties Develop detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, and budget, and ensure alignment with client objectives. Identify, win and deliver new workstreams. Working with the commercial team to develop competitive and profitable offerings. Identify and assign resources, including labour, (direct and contractor), materials, and equipment, to meet programme and project requirements and optimise efficiency. Monitor control and report project costs, ensuring projects are completed within budget and financial targets are met. Present monthly updates on commercial performance to the senior management team. Develop and manage project schedules, ensuring timely completion of project milestones and deliverables. Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise impact on project timelines and costs. Maintain effective communication with clients, providing regular updates on project progress and addressing any concerns or issues. Lead and coordinate the project team, including subcontractors and site supervisors, to ensure seamless project execution. Ensure all activities comply with quality standards, building codes, and project specifications. Lead by example and enforce safety procedures to maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and progress reports, and provide regular updates to senior management. Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance project delivery Requirements Proven experience managing construction/utilities projects from start to finish, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation. Experience in managing client relationships and expectations. Minimum of 10 years of experience in specification, delivery and management of infrastructure programmes NVQ Level 4 or above SMSTS CSCS Good knowledge of Microsoft Word/ Excel and Project

Pinnacle are looking to speak to Senior Quantity Surveyors, with a strong background in rail infrastructure , specifically across civil engineering and signalling projects . This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional to support high-profile rail programmes, ensuring robust cost control, contract management, and project delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead all commercial and contractual aspects of rail projects, from pre-contract through to final account Prepare, review, and manage cost plans, budgets, and forecasts Administer contracts (e.g. NEC forms) including compensation events and variations Conduct value engineering and cost optimisation exercises Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and final accounts Provide accurate and timely commercial reporting Support project teams in risk management and mitigation strategies Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams Requirements Proven experience as a Senior QS within the rail sector Strong background in civil engineering and signalling projects Extensive knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4 preferred) Pay is 400- 450 (DOE) per day outside IR35. If you are interested in hearing more and have the experience above please apply now.

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our growing design-side civil engineering team , working on a diverse portfolio of highways and new build civil infrastructure projects . This role offers the opportunity to be involved from early design stages through to delivery, providing commercial and cost management expertise that shapes projects from concept onward. Key Responsibilities Provide cost planning, estimating, and commercial advice during feasibility and design stages Prepare and manage cost plans, budgets, and value engineering exercises Support design teams with cost-led design solutions Produce tender documentation and assist with procurement strategies Evaluate tenders, variations, and change control Undertake financial reporting, forecasts, and risk assessments Liaise with clients, designers, and stakeholders to ensure commercial objectives are met Ensure compliance with relevant contracts and industry standards About You Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar Experience working on civil engineering projects , ideally highways and/or new build infrastructure Strong understanding of design-side Familiarity with NEC contracts Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills Ability to work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary design teams Salary is £40,000- £50,000 + allowance and pkg. The client is happy to consider Assistant Quantity Surveyors, who have experience and are at the stage where they are ready to step into a Quantity surveyors role. Please apply today to here more.

Established House Builder with a large pipeline of sites urgently require a Technical Coordinator to join their busy team. The company have an excellent reputation for acquiring sites in both private developments and JV/ Partnerships deals. The sites vary from from 10 - 50 units for Private Development and 80 - 200 units for Partnerships and JV type developments. They demonstrate ecxellent retention of their core staff and the consensus is it is a very good place to work. Its an award winning house builder that is a viable prospect for most who are looking to work in a positive environment, working on a standard housetype product with a company that promotes from within and values its staff. The ideal candidate will come from an architectural background and have worked at either a consultancy or developer/ house builder and be looking to make a progressive step forward in their career, knowing your way around CAD is important but it is primarily a coordination role. Please apply now with a CV

We are currently seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team delivering a portfolio of civil rail projects across Essex , with a strong focus on platform extensions and ongoing maintenance frameworks . This is a fantastic opportunity to work on essential rail infrastructure projects within a long-term, stable framework environment. The Role As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of multiple rail civils schemes from early works through to final account. Projects are typically delivered in live rail environments and require close collaboration with delivery teams, clients, and supply chain partners. Key responsibilities include: Full commercial management of civil rail project Cost planning, forecasting, and budget control Preparation and management of valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts Administration of contracts, variations, and change control Procurement and management of subcontractors Supporting project teams with commercial advice and risk management Ensuring compliance with rail, safety, and contractual requirements About You You will be a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor with experience working on civil engineering projects within the rail sector. Essential requirements: Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on civil engineering projects. Rail sector experience (platform works, stations, or frameworks highly desirable). Strong understanding of NEC contracts. Ability to manage multiple work-streams in a live environment. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Full UK driving licence. Salary is £55,000 - £70,000 + pkg. If you have the experience list above please apply to hear more.

Document Controller urgently rerquired for a housing developer and partnerships contractor based near Orpington. With multiple live developments and a strong pipeline of upcoming projects, our client is looking for an organised and detail-driven Document Controller to support the technical and construction teams. The Role As a Document Controller, you will be responsible for managing, tracking, and maintaining all project documentation across our developments. You will ensure that accurate, up-to-date information is distributed internally and externally, supporting smooth project delivery from planning through to completion. This is a key role within the business, working closely with the Technical, Commercial and Construction as well as external consultants and subcontractors. Key Responsibilities Establish and maintain document control systems for live housing developments Manage incoming and outgoing drawings, specifications, reports, and correspondence Ensure all documentation is correctly version-controlled and stored Distribute updated drawings and documents to relevant stakeholders Maintain registers for drawings, RFIs, technical submissions, and approvals Liaise with architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors Support the Technical team with planning and building regulation submissions Archive completed project documentation in line with company procedures Requirements Previous experience in a Document Controller role (construction or property sector preferred) Experience working on residential or housing developments is advantageous Strong knowledge of document management systems (e.g., Viewpoint, Asite, Aconex, 4Projects, SharePoint) Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Confident communicator with the ability to liaise across multiple departments Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Desirable Experience working with technical and architectural drawings Knowledge of planning and building regulations documentation Understanding of ISO procedures or quality management systems In return you can expect a rewarding role with a growing housing developer that has a large pipeline of work and pays good salary levels in a friendly team environment. Apply with a CV

Established House Builder with a large pipeline of sites urgently require a Technical Coordinator to join their busy team. The company have an excellent reputation for acquiring sites from 100 units - 200 units and good retention of their core staff. An award winning house builder that is a viable prospect for most who are looking to work in a positive environment, working on a standard housetype product with a company that promotes from within and values its staff. The role will be to support the Technical Managers working on development sites. The ideal candidate will come from an architectural background and have worked at either a consultancy or developer/ house builder and be looking to make a progressive step forward in their career. Please apply now with a CV

A Senior Planner is urgently required by Housing Developer based in Bracknell to join the busy Town Planning team. Reporting into the Senior Planning Manager and land Director the role is to handle a varied range of planning applications for both strategic and immediate sites, of varying size and complexity. The role is responsible for all areas of the planning process including detailed development management and delivery. It is important you have proven experience of managing planning applications, coordinating the team of consultants and negotiating with planning officers to secure deliverable planning consents. Responsibilities include: Site assessments, examination of planning histories, policy analysis, new site appraisals Prepare and manager different types of planning applications to the discharge of planning conditions and S106 obligations Brief internal layout designers, external consultants and officers at Local Planning Authorities prior, during and post submission Prepare design access statements Formulate planning strategies to promote medium and long term development sites with guidance from the Planning Manager. The ideal candidate will have: Experience of managing planning applications Degree/ Masters in Planning with an RTPI accreditation Ability to adapt, work accurately and efficiently Full driving license In return you can expect a progressive career with one of the best house building names in the industry who have plenty of work. This could be a great career move for the right person who aspires to work in town planning.