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Mechanical Project Engineer Location: Sheffield Salary: Up to 65,000 (depending on experience) Start Date: ASAP An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to join a highly respected contractor with an outstanding reputation across the civil engineering and water sectors. Based from the company's Sheffield office, you'll become part of a well-established team delivering major infrastructure projects throughout the region. With a strong order book and an impressive pipeline of secured future work, this is an ideal opportunity to join a business offering long-term stability, career development, and the chance to work on technically challenging projects. The company is recognised for delivering high-quality projects safely, on time, and to the highest standards, and has built lasting relationships with major clients across the UK water industry. The Role As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you'll play a key role in the successful delivery of mechanical packages on projects ranging from 4 million to 20 million. Working closely with Project Managers, Site Teams, Design Engineers, and Clients, you'll be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme, and within budget. Your responsibilities will include: Managing mechanical works from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover. Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams. Ensuring all works are delivered in line with programme, quality, and budget requirements. Supporting procurement of mechanical equipment and materials. Reviewing technical drawings and specifications. Monitoring progress, identifying risks, and implementing solutions. Maintaining excellent client relationships and ensuring high standards of health and safety throughout project delivery. About You We're looking for candidates who have: Previous experience as a Mechanical Project Engineer within the water, utilities, or civil engineering sectors. Strong experience delivering sewer works, pumping stations, and process/chemical works projects. Experience working on projects valued between 4 million and 20 million. A solid understanding of mechanical installations, project planning, procurement, and commercial awareness. Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills. A proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment. What's on Offer Salary up to 65,000 , depending on experience. Immediate start available. Join a contractor with an exceptional reputation in the civil engineering and water sectors. Secure, long-term career prospects backed by a strong pipeline of future projects. Opportunity to work on major infrastructure schemes with leading water industry clients. Supportive and collaborative working environment with genuine opportunities for progression and professional development. If you're an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer looking to join a business with an excellent reputation, exciting projects, and a secure future, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration. Interviews are being arranged immediately for an ASAP start.

Tunnelling Project Manager Location: Yorkshire & Lancashire (Regular Travel Required) Salary: Up to 70,000 plus comprehensive package Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, we are seeking an experienced Tunnelling Project Manager to join our Civil Engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of multiple active tunnelling schemes across Yorkshire, while also providing strategic and managerial oversight for upcoming projects as they move through pre-construction into delivery. With an increasing workload across Lancashire, we're looking for someone who is flexible, hands-on, and willing to travel throughout the region. The Role Reporting to the Contracts Director, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of several live tunnelling projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. As our workload continues to expand, you'll also play a key role in planning and supporting future schemes, providing leadership to project teams and helping drive operational excellence across the business. Key Responsibilities Manage multiple live tunnelling projects from mobilisation through to completion. Provide managerial oversight and support for upcoming projects during pre-construction and delivery phases. Lead and mentor site teams, ensuring safe and efficient project delivery. Manage programme, cost, quality and commercial performance across your portfolio. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and key stakeholders. Identify and mitigate project risks while driving continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental and quality standards. Support tender reviews, project planning and resource allocation for future works. About You We're looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in civil engineering tunnelling projects who can confidently manage multiple schemes and lead teams across different locations. You'll ideally have: Proven experience delivering tunnelling projects within the civil engineering sector. Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent commercial awareness and programme management experience. A good understanding of NEC contracts. The ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously. SMSTS, CSCS and other relevant industry qualifications. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout Yorkshire and Lancashire. What's on Offer Salary up to 70,000 depending on experience. Competitive benefits package. Company vehicle or car allowance. Pension scheme. Generous annual leave. Opportunities for career progression within a growing and successful civil engineering contractor. The chance to lead a diverse portfolio of tunnelling projects while influencing the delivery of future schemes. If you're an experienced Tunnelling Project Manager looking for your next challenge and want to join a business with a strong order book and exciting growth plans, we'd love to hear from you.

Mechanical Fitters (Gang of Two Preferred) We are recruiting experienced Mechanical Fitters for a prominent and rapidly growing contractor delivering projects across the water and utilities sector. We're particularly interested in hearing from established gangs of two who have their own van and tools, although individual fitters are also encouraged to apply. The Role You'll be working on a variety of mechanical installation and modification projects, including: Flow meter installations Mechanical modifications and upgrades Packaged plant installations Pipework and associated mechanical works General installation, maintenance and commissioning support Location The majority of work is located across Leicestershire and Derbyshire , with ongoing projects providing consistent work in the region. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter Experience within the water, utilities, or industrial sectors is advantageous Ability to read and work from engineering drawings Gang of two preferred Own van and tools desirable Full UK driving licence Relevant CSCS/ECS or industry qualifications (where applicable) What's on Offer Long-term contract with consistent work Opportunity to join a well-established and growing contractor Potential to secure a permanent position for the right candidates Competitive rates Immediate starts available If you're an experienced Mechanical Fitter, or an established gang looking for your next long-term opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV or get in touch for more information.

Site Agent Wastewater Treatment Works Location: Lancaster & Surrounding Areas Rate: £350 £400 per day Contract: Freelance / Contract Duration: Long-Term Opportunity We are currently seeking an experienced Site Agent to join a major wastewater infrastructure programme across the Lancaster area. This is an excellent opportunity to work on the delivery of critical wastewater treatment works projects for a leading civil engineering contractor. Key Responsibilities Managing day-to-day site operations on wastewater treatment and infrastructure projects. Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour. Producing and reviewing RAMS, permits, and construction documentation. Monitoring project progress and reporting to the Project Manager. Managing site records, quality inspections, and client interface activities. Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures. Requirements Proven experience working as a Site Agent within the water sector. Strong background delivering wastewater treatment works (WwTW) projects. Knowledge of civil engineering works including concrete structures, pipelines, drainage, and associated infrastructure. SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certifications. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and site teams effectively. Desirable Experience working within UK water frameworks. Temporary Works Coordinator qualification. HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. What's on Offer? Competitive day rate of £350 £400 per day . Long-term pipeline of work. Opportunity to work on high-profile wastewater infrastructure projects. Immediate start available for the right candidate. If you are an experienced Site Agent with a strong background in wastewater treatment works and are looking for your next contract opportunity in the Lancaster area, we'd like to hear from you. Apply now with your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Site Engineer - Civil Engineer This highly respected UK Tier 1 civil engineering contractor is currently experiencing a period of unrivalled growth. This has been achieved through the awarding of some high-profile schemes, frameworks and cementing exiting client relationships. Covering the disciplines of highways, water and infrastructure they are now in a commanding position in the London market. As a result of this success there is a need to increase their already successful engineering teams. With excellent financial incentives and a great training programme. Position: Engineer Location: London Package: Negotiable Duties: Comply with company procedures and legal obligations Promote and comply with environmental compliance Deliver the works safely Promote best practice Comply with company procedures Ensure work is delivered defect/snag-free Endeavour to spot and highlight value engineering opportunities Establish the level and survey control for contracts Set out detailed works as per the contract drawings, ensuring checks are carried out regularly Ensure that records are accurate and comply with organisational and legal requirements Resolve any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise at any time Produce procurement schedules for the jobs and liaise with our procurement department to ensure the site has adequate resources to complete the tasks Produce ITPs and Task Briefings Produce Site Diaries and Allocation Sheets