Pinnacle Recruitment

We are currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor to work for a Civil Engineering Contractor who works across the UK specializing a variety of civil engineering sectors with a primary focus of infrastructure, Highways, based on a project in Bristol My client a Multi million pound contractor with multiple years industry experience with a great reputation across the country. If successful you will be joining a contractor with dedicated staff that works closely with their clients to understand their requirements and objectives to deliver quality projects that are innovative, sustainable and exceed expectations. The Ideal candidate will need to obtain Relevant Qualifications; Degree Qualified in Civil Engineering Progressed steadily from an Engineering background Previously worked on Civil sectors Chartered or Working towards Chartership Experience of managing a team of on site staff (engineers, foreperson, etc) Roles & Responsibilities: The preparation of Valuations/Applications for Payment The preparation of Cost Reports to the Client The preparation and management of subcontract and material procurement schedules. The administration of subcontractor/supplier accounts Contract administration, including change management and maintaining associated registers.

Pinnacle Recruitment are currently on the lookout for a Strategic Land Buyer for a Developer that is based in Chingford, Greater London/ Essex. The offices for this developer are large, open plan, very modern with ample parking and access from a nearby tube station. The company have been established for over 30 years and have an excellent track record of delivering private homes and partnerships homes in this time. This role is to identify strategic parcels of Land in the home counties and surrounding areas. This role reports into the Land Director and you will have the freedom to search in all areas the company are interested. Ideally you will come from a promo background, agency or developer. The role will be a progressive role and will come with a good salary, travel allowance, benefits and bonus.

Pinnacle are looking for a Project Manager, with a proven track record within Rail on Civils projects, who has ideally work on projects for TFL. You will be the Project Manager at a Rail Depot. for buildings and civils and will lead the construction of the depot build, incorporating Design, Build and Delivery. You will monitor project progress against cost plans, programmes and quality environmental. Leading the project, working closely with the teams across the business and ensuring the project is delivered. About You Proven background as a Project Manager on Rail Depot projects. Sufficient experience required in construction. Experience working on TFL Projects. Salary is paying upto £95,000k (doe) + pkg If you are a Project Manager with a proven record delivering complex Rail Depot projects and want to hear more please apply today.

A civil engineering contractor based in London is now seeking a Technical Bid Co-ordinator / Writer to join the work winning team, within Civil Engineering and construction. The position will be to work on the development and production of winning PQQ and tender submissions. Key duties include: A good construction understanding in either main contracting or civils is essential Produce unique responses to to PQQ's and tenders including references, case studies and project experience Support the overall bid team in the production of PQQ's and tender responses and associated items Ensure compliance with company processes and procedures to manage submissions and bid related information Ensure all tender documentation is of a uniformly high standard and coordinating / supporting the production of final documents Create the final document and ensure the bid is delivered to the client on time Maintain a database of submissions for future review and scrutiny Identify and rework existing pre written content where appropriate Work to demanding and changeable deadlines in a highly pressurised environment

Pinnacle Recruitment are currently looking for a General Foreman to work for one of the largest construction firms in the UK. You will be joining an exciting civils and utilities project based in Leiston. This varied scheme includes a broad scope of works such as groundworks, structural concrete and steel installations, drainage, pavements, building construction, ductile iron pipework and equipment racking. Salary - 55,000 - 60,000 Duties Manage day-to-day site operations across multiple work fronts, ensuring delivery to programme, budget and quality standards. Plan and coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractors, maintaining safe and efficient site logistics. Lead on health, safety and environmental compliance, including RAMS, CDM, Temporary Works, LOLER and PUWER, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and near miss reporting. Maintain accurate site records, reporting, and support programme updates while identifying and managing construction risks or design changes. Deliver team briefings, toolbox talks and stand-downs, and provide regular coaching, mentoring and performance appraisals to site teams. Act as the key interface with clients, stakeholders, and authorities, representing the business professionally and supporting long-term relationship building. Ensure full compliance with company procedures and contribute to the development of internal teams and best practices. Requirements Full UK Driving Licence Valid CSCS Card (Supervisory level or above) SMSTS qualification Experience in the civils/utilities sector, ideally in a Foreman or Site Manager position. Firm understanding of CDM regulations and site health and safety practices. Strong communication, planning and organisational skills are essential Proficiency in Word, Excel, and mobile reporting tools.

We are currently seeking a Senior Planner to work for a major civil engineering contractor on a multi million pound civil infrastructure scheme in the Midlands region 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.

Contract Manager urgently required for a highly regarded and long established housing developer in Orpington. The developer builds a mixture of partnership contracts and private developments to around 150 units and have a large book of work. They are looking for someone who is able to run multiple housing projects and who has previous experience of managing site manages and project managers. The ideal candidate can come from a developer of contractor background but must have experience of deliving housing schemes and apartments. This will suit an individual who is looking for a good continuity of work with a forward thinking company that will give automony to their management to run departments efficiantly.

Established House Builder based in Dartford urgently require a Quantity Surveyor to join their busy team. The role will suit an experienced Quantity Surveyor who has experience in Housing and who is looking for a safe role with a good work life balance. The company will build around 150 units per annum and these will consist mainly of housing units with some low rise flat type schemes. Responsibilities of the role will include sending packages out at orders, managing accounts and some material orders. This is an opportunity for someone local to gain a safe, solid role with a housing developer that builds good quality homes in the local area, and as said offer an excellent work life balance. This is a permanent role, please apply with a CV.

A Specialist Geotechnical / Ground Engineering contractor is seeking an Estimator to join their growing busy pre construction team They are looking for someone who can work both independently and within a team to support our Preconstruction activities, by ensuring timely return of competitive tender bids to our clients and assisting them to add value to their projects. The candidate will build and maintain network with clients, subcontractors and contacts to allow a pipeline of achievable and profitable work to be secured for the company. The ideal candidate should be able to accurately assimilate large volumes of information in a short period of time, have an eye for detail and be self-motivated with experience of working in a high-demand role and working to deadlines. A background within the site investigation industry is essential for the position and experience of the differing contract conditions used within the industry is beneficial. You must be an experienced user of Microsoft packages The position is based from our regional office in yorkshire , offering hybrid working, a competitive salary and a generous benefits package.

Pinnacle are partnered with a leading civils company, who are actively looking for a Buyer to work on the Rail side. You will work on NEC Contracts. Duties: Identifying the operational unit demand and supply chain capacity. Buyer materials for sub-lines, bridges, lifts, platforms for Rail Stations. Working on all aspects of the buyer cycle Procurement of sub-contractors and materials covering, Pre-construction, work winning, supply chain, production of sub- contracts for Rail projects. Manage the Supply chain including performance and relationship management. Working with the stake holders. Experience Required: Working as a Buyer within the civils market for Rail Projects. Existing business network and relationships with the supply chain. Working knowledge of contracts i.e. NEC Salary: 25,000 - 32,000 plus allowance and package, some flexible home working. If you are interested and want to hear more, please apply so we can discuss the role in more detail.

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

A regional civil engineering contractor is seeking Engineers of all levels to work on multi discipline civil / infrastructure schemes across the Essex / Suffolk region They are looking for someone that wants to push themselves and progress with a reputable major contractor, there will be training provided so that you can progress from your current position. Key Areas of responsibility will include: Requires a good level of communication skills Obtain drawings, notify any changes Request RFI s and maintain tracking system to manage responses and close out Ensure all temporary works designs are in place Ensure all work is undertaken to the current drawings and specification Ensure setting out is undertaken in accordance with the method statement and risk assessment Manage the concrete cube process. Manage the quality assurance (QA) checks, reports and files. Manage and co-ordinate engineering resource to carry out and gather as built information. Close out defects in a timely fashion Health and Safety Read and understand the Health and Safety policy and procedures and carry out work in accordance with its requirements. Work in accordance with the Quality and Environmental procedures and ensure the relevant forms are completed. Liaise with the site manager on a regular basis and report any health and safety noncompliance

We are looking for a Senior Design Engineer for a Main Contractor to work on various civil's projects across highways, water, rail and other civil's projects. You will play a leading role in designing complex engineering projects and providing technical guidance on the projects to ensure they are completed to a high standard from a design point of view. Duties: Lead the design and engineering phases of projects. Develop and review engineering designs, drawings, and specifications. Collaborate with architects, project managers, and contractors. Provide technical guidance to junior engineers. Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure design integrity and resolve any technical issues. Participate in project planning, risk assessment, and value engineering exercises. Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. About you: You will need to have experience working as a Senior Design Engineer on large civil s projects for structural design. Have a Degree in civil engineering or another related field and ideally working towards you CEng. Proven experience in design programmes. Salary is upto 65,000k + car and package. If you are interested to hear more please apply today so we can discuss this in more detail.

A Civil Engineering Contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to work on a civil infrastructure / Highways project in Suffolk My client a civil contractor with a turnover of c£600m across multiple disciplines with work across the UK. The project is a £30m Highways and infrastructure project where works consist of Highways, Infrastructure, Drainage Earthworks and street lighting and furniture The ideal candidate will be required to: Lead/Promote high standards of HSEQ on all projects and monitor/ensure company policies and procedures are in place. Champion & Drive Operation/Commercial excellence across all Project Teams. Ensure the Project Team are undertaking the necessary record keeping relating to Site Correspondence, Allocations, Reconciliations, diaries, delay notices, CVI s, RFI s to protect the business. Ensure Project Team are closely monitoring the Contract/Target programme/Procurement schedules with a weekly intrusive review. Train/Develop/Motivate all staff under your control and ensure all your projects teams receive PPR. Ensure training is reviewed for your teams to improve business performance The ideal candidate will be: Has previous experience of similar infrastructure Projects enabling successful delivery of the Project, Safely, on-time and to budget. Good communication and management skills both with the Client, Site Team and Supply Chain Understands and develops the Programme and methodology for the benefit of the Contract. Conversant in NEC4 Option C. Ability to Value Engineer. Lead by example. Commercially aware As part of a generous Basic salary the role come with a Bonus, car or allowance, pension and health care.

Pinnacle are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor, who is looking for there next step into a commercial lead to guide, develop and manage staff and over see a large highways maintenance projects based in Waltham Forrest. Preparing detailed Bill of Quantities and cost estimates Managing and overseeing all stages of the project life cycle, from inception to completion Conducting site visits to assess progress and ensure compliance with plans and contract terms Providing accurate and timely cost advice and financial reporting Collaborating with stakeholders to develop procurement strategies Ensuring effective cost control and value engineering Negotiating contracts with clients, contractors, and suppliers Identifying and managing commercial risks They are looking for a forward thinking Senior Quantity surveyor, who wants the chance to look for improvements and also develop staff. They are looking for someone who has experience working on Highway Maintenance Projects. Salary is upto 75,000k + package. If you have the experience and are interested please apply to hear more.

Pinnacle are recruiting for a Principal Design Engineer, who are Main Contractor, based out of Watford. The work will be on Temporary Works, specifically on Scaffolding. Duties: Lead the design and engineering phases of both permanent and temporary works, with a key focus on scaffolding, access platforms, edge protection, and associated temporary structures. Develop and review engineering designs, drawings, and specifications for scaffold systems and access solutions in compliance with TG20, SG4, and other relevant standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including site teams, architects, structural engineers, and specialist subcontractors to ensure scaffold designs meet operational and safety requirements. Provide technical guidance, support, and mentorship to junior engineers and scaffold coordinators. Conduct regular site visits and inspections to validate scaffold installations, assess compliance, and resolve design or safety issues. Participate in temporary works coordination meetings, risk assessments, and constructibility reviews. Ensure scaffold designs integrate seamlessly into overall project delivery plans and comply with CDM regulations and temporary works procedures. Experience Looking for someone with experience as a Lead Design Engineer within Temporary works and ideally within Scaffolding.

Pinnacle are looking for a Sub/Site Agent for to work on a 11.5m highways framework. You will deliver on a major infrastructure scheme working on Roundabouts, Traffic Signal, junction remodelling, bridge demolition, earthworks and drainage. Duties: Oversee daily site operations across multiple live projects. Support project planning, programming, and delivery strategies. work with the commercial team on cost estimates, forecasting, and subcontractor management. Lead and coordinate all on-site activities. Engage with the client, stakeholders, and supply chain. Managing the progress and subcontractors on the site. Looking for a Sub Agent who have worked on infrastructure, highways and civils projects, with strong experience on earthwork, drainage and general civils. Hold the relevant SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certifications. HNC in Construction/civil engineering. Salary is up to 48,000 + car/allowance + package. If you match the above and want to hear more please apply today.

Pinnacle Recruitment are currently looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work for one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK! We are looking for a detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor with water experience who has strong technical expertise, financial acumen, and excellent communication skills. Salary - 65,000 - 75,000 + pkg Duties Prepare accurate cost estimates for projects based on architectural drawings, specifications, and other relevant information. Develop detailed project budgets, including materials, labour, equipment, and overhead costs. Monitor project costs throughout the process and identify areas where costs can be optimised. Manage the tendering process, including preparing tender documents, evaluating bids, and negotiating contracts with suppliers and subcontractors. Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors to facilitate efficient procurement processes. Monitor contract performance and resolve any disputes or issues that may arise during the construction phase. Implement cost control measures to ensure that projects are delivered within budgetary constraints. Track project expenditure and prepare regular cost reports and forecasts for project stakeholders. Analyze cost variances and identify potential risks or opportunities that may impact project profitability. Measure and quantify construction work using appropriate measurement methods. Prepare accurate valuations of completed work for interim and final payments to contractors and subcontractors. Identify and assess risks associated with projects, including cost overruns, delays, and contractual disputes. Develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of risks on project outcomes. Requirements Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, construction management, or a related field. Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor with water/ wastewater experience. Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes, and cost management principles. Proficiency in quantity surveying software and Microsoft Office suite. Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.

Pinnacle Recruitment are currently looking for a Site Agent to work for the one of the largest construction firms in the UK. We are looking for an experienced and proactive Site Agent to lead civil engineering projects safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. You will oversee both direct and indirect teams, manage resources efficiently, and work closely with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery. Duties Lead all civil engineering site activities, managing operatives and sub-contractors to deliver safely, efficiently, and to quality standards Oversee budgets, resources, and programme to achieve project objectives and maximise project profit Manage site administration, including risk assessments, method statements, work package plans, and reporting Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, environmental management plans, and quality plans Promote health, safety, quality, environmental, and mental wellbeing leadership on site Build strong client relationships and deliver exceptional customer service Encourage innovation, value engineering, and continuous improvement Coach, mentor, and develop your team to maintain high performance and competency compliance Requirements Substantial experience managing civil engineering projects, ideally including infrastructure, highways, utilities, earthworks, or structures, with responsibility for project profit and loss. Be technically confident, with strong knowledge of civil engineering practices, CDM regulations, temporary works, and waste management. Experience delivering projects under NEC3/4 or similar contracts is highly desirable. be a strong leader, capable of motivating, coaching, and developing your team while maintaining excellent communication with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams. A degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience) SMSTS and IOSH qualifications are essential. Chartered status, NRSWA Supervisor, or Temporary Works qualifications are desirable. A full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK are required.

Pinnacle Recruitment are currently looking for a Project Manager to work for one of the largest construction firms in the UK. We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our clients team delivering drainage and civil engineering works on HS2 in Aylesbury. Duties Managing all site construction activity, with a particular focus on drainage works, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to specification. Leading operational teams and subcontractors, ensuring competence, compliance, and clear communication. Monitoring budgets, controlling costs, and managing plant, materials, and labour efficiently. Reviewing and approving RAMS, Temporary Works, and lifting operations in line with legislation and company procedure. Preparing and reviewing weekly site reports, progress updates, and construction programmes. Ensuring compliance with CDM 2015, Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards. Promoting a strong safety culture, visual leadership, and alliancing behaviours with clients and stakeholders. Identifying opportunities to improve delivery processes, share best practice, and drive continuous improvement. Requirements Strong background in civil engineering and drainage or utilities projects, with substantial experience managing people, budgets, and complex construction programmes. Be confident in making decisions on temporary works, lifting operations, and CDM compliance. Hold a degree or equivalent experience, and ideally have IOSH, ILM Level 3, or formal CDM training. Full NRSWA qualifications, Temporary Works training, and experience with NEC contracts would be highly advantageous. Strong planning, organisation, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities, lead by example, and build positive relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. A full UK driving licence is essential.