McDermott Building & Civil Eng Ltd
Catherine Street, Birmingham B6 5RS, UK
Senior Estimator – Civil Engineering and Groundworks
Working hours: 07:30 – 17:00 Monday to Friday
Work Location: Aston, Birmingham (flexible working options)
Job type: Full-time
Company: McDermotts Building and Civil Engineering Ltd
About the role
Due to our continued growth and success, McDermotts is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our dynamic team. The role is ideal for someone with strong experience in commercial groundworks and civil engineering looking to contribute to a thriving, family-founded business with national reach.
Key Responsibilities
· Record, review and prioritise new tender opportunities as they arise.
· Analyse Tender Document including but not limited to drawings, specifications, scope of works, site investigations to ensure a robust and competitive tender submission.
· Engage and liaise with other stakeholders within the business including commercial, production, planning and procurement as required.
· Where required, produce accurate take-offs and BOQs using appropriate software.
· Ensure appropriate sub-contract and supplier quotations are obtained, collated and assessed for competitiveness.
· Price bills/schedules analytically from first principles and produce quote comparisons using estimating software.
· Evaluate risks and opportunities including value engineering options.
· Critically review and analyse client programmes to ensure alignment with agreed outputs, methodology and sequencing.
· Lead and present tender adjudications in detail seeking final adjudication from company directors.
· Submit detailed tenders (in required format), including any assumptions or clarifications as required.
· Attend client mid, pre and post tender meetings as required.
· Prepare and deliver tender information for internal handover to the contract team.
· Maintain and develop collaborative customer relationships.
· Obtain and collate feedback on tender submission.
· Assist in the development of trainee estimators.
· Maintain and update cost databases, records, and historical data for future benchmarking.
· Provide accurate cost reports and advice to senior management.
Qualifications & Experience/ Knowledge:
Essential:
· at least 5 years’ experience in an estimating background or similar role.
· knowledge of varying forms of contract JCT, NEC3/4.
· Strong commercial and analytical acumen with ability to analyse data.
· Understanding of standard and unique Risks & Opportunities.
· in depth practical knowledge of varying forms of measurement SMM7, CESSM, Highway MOM, NRM.
· Appropriate higher-level qualification in Construction / Civil Engineering.
Desirable:
· Appropriate Civil Engineering experience.
· Experience of Conquest estimating packages an advantage but not essential.
· Working towards membership of a professional body (e.g. RICS, ICE, or CIOB).
Key Skills:
· Accuracy and attention to detail.
· Ability to work effectively individually and part of the wider team.
· Resilience when working to fixed deadlines.
· A good track record of maintaining relationships with new and existing customers.
· A strong track record of success preparing Commercial Groundworks, Civil Engineering and Highways Infrastructure tenders.
· ‘Hands on’ with good communication skills at all levels.
· IT literate – Proficient in use of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel) and Conquest (desirable)
Benefits:
· Competitive salary and holiday entitlement (increasing with length of service)
· Additional holiday on Birthday
· Flexibility to extend annual leave
· Comprehensive health and medical insurance
· Support in professional development
· Ongoing training and development
· Death in Service
· Company car or allowance
· Free on-site parking
· Referral scheme
· Company events and recognition
Why Join McDermotts
McDermotts is a leading civil engineering and groundworks some of the largest construction companies across UK. Established in 1994, we pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, professional certifications and commitment to employee growth.
We are a family business that operates with the same 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.
Nov 13, 2025
Permanent
Senior Estimator – Civil Engineering and Groundworks
Working hours: 07:30 – 17:00 Monday to Friday
Work Location: Aston, Birmingham (flexible working options)
Job type: Full-time
Company: McDermotts Building and Civil Engineering Ltd
About the role
Due to our continued growth and success, McDermotts is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our dynamic team. The role is ideal for someone with strong experience in commercial groundworks and civil engineering looking to contribute to a thriving, family-founded business with national reach.
Key Responsibilities
· Record, review and prioritise new tender opportunities as they arise.
· Analyse Tender Document including but not limited to drawings, specifications, scope of works, site investigations to ensure a robust and competitive tender submission.
· Engage and liaise with other stakeholders within the business including commercial, production, planning and procurement as required.
· Where required, produce accurate take-offs and BOQs using appropriate software.
· Ensure appropriate sub-contract and supplier quotations are obtained, collated and assessed for competitiveness.
· Price bills/schedules analytically from first principles and produce quote comparisons using estimating software.
· Evaluate risks and opportunities including value engineering options.
· Critically review and analyse client programmes to ensure alignment with agreed outputs, methodology and sequencing.
· Lead and present tender adjudications in detail seeking final adjudication from company directors.
· Submit detailed tenders (in required format), including any assumptions or clarifications as required.
· Attend client mid, pre and post tender meetings as required.
· Prepare and deliver tender information for internal handover to the contract team.
· Maintain and develop collaborative customer relationships.
· Obtain and collate feedback on tender submission.
· Assist in the development of trainee estimators.
· Maintain and update cost databases, records, and historical data for future benchmarking.
· Provide accurate cost reports and advice to senior management.
Qualifications & Experience/ Knowledge:
Essential:
· at least 5 years’ experience in an estimating background or similar role.
· knowledge of varying forms of contract JCT, NEC3/4.
· Strong commercial and analytical acumen with ability to analyse data.
· Understanding of standard and unique Risks & Opportunities.
· in depth practical knowledge of varying forms of measurement SMM7, CESSM, Highway MOM, NRM.
· Appropriate higher-level qualification in Construction / Civil Engineering.
Desirable:
· Appropriate Civil Engineering experience.
· Experience of Conquest estimating packages an advantage but not essential.
· Working towards membership of a professional body (e.g. RICS, ICE, or CIOB).
Key Skills:
· Accuracy and attention to detail.
· Ability to work effectively individually and part of the wider team.
· Resilience when working to fixed deadlines.
· A good track record of maintaining relationships with new and existing customers.
· A strong track record of success preparing Commercial Groundworks, Civil Engineering and Highways Infrastructure tenders.
· ‘Hands on’ with good communication skills at all levels.
· IT literate – Proficient in use of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel) and Conquest (desirable)
Benefits:
· Competitive salary and holiday entitlement (increasing with length of service)
· Additional holiday on Birthday
· Flexibility to extend annual leave
· Comprehensive health and medical insurance
· Support in professional development
· Ongoing training and development
· Death in Service
· Company car or allowance
· Free on-site parking
· Referral scheme
· Company events and recognition
Why Join McDermotts
McDermotts is a leading civil engineering and groundworks some of the largest construction companies across UK. Established in 1994, we pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, professional certifications and commitment to employee growth.
We are a family business that operates with the same 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.
RMS is proud to be partnering with a well-established civil engineering and construction company to offer an exciting new career opportunity. This vacancy represents a fantastic chance to join a respected industry leader, known for delivering high-quality projects across the UK.
Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Middlesborough
Salary: Up to 70k per annum
Overtime: Overtime is calculated at time plus a half Monday to Saturday. Sundays at Double time.
Working Hours: Site hours are between 7am-7pm Monday to Friday. 47.5 hour per week.
About the Role:
This is a senior role, ideal for a confident and knowledgeable QS who thrives in a collaborative, delivery-focused environment.You will play a key part in supporting the commercial success of major contracts, working closely with project leadership and client representatives to manage cost, value, and change throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage cost capture and produce accurate, timely applications for payment in line with client-specific requirements.
Administer contracts effectively, including NEC (various options) and bespoke oil & gas agreements.
Oversee change management processes, including variations, Early Warnings, and Compensation Events (or equivalents), ensuring contractual compliance.
Collaborate with project leads and take an active role within the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) for the contract.
Produce detailed weekly and monthly reports, end-out forecasting, and cost/value reconciliations for both internal stakeholders and the client.
Lead and manage internal commercial meetings and ensure alignment across delivery and commercial teams.
Support the wider business and regional contracts as needed, offering commercial expertise and consistency.
About You:
The ideal candidate will have:
A degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the construction or oil & gas sectors.
Excellent working knowledge of Commercial and Contract Managent – NEC contract options & bespoke contracts.
A strong understanding of cost control, Application Payments, forecasting, and variation management.
Excellent IT skills with a particular focus on Microsoft Excel.
The ability to engage confidently with clients, project teams, and senior stakeholders.
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply via the link or contact us directly for more information: Jobs@rms-recruitment.co.uk / 01325 389333
RMS is an equal opportunities employer, if you have not been contacted within 7 days following your application, please accept this as you have not been successful on these occasions.
Oct 28, 2025
Full time
RMS is proud to be partnering with a well-established civil engineering and construction company to offer an exciting new career opportunity. This vacancy represents a fantastic chance to join a respected industry leader, known for delivering high-quality projects across the UK.
Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Middlesborough
Salary: Up to 70k per annum
Overtime: Overtime is calculated at time plus a half Monday to Saturday. Sundays at Double time.
Working Hours: Site hours are between 7am-7pm Monday to Friday. 47.5 hour per week.
About the Role:
This is a senior role, ideal for a confident and knowledgeable QS who thrives in a collaborative, delivery-focused environment.You will play a key part in supporting the commercial success of major contracts, working closely with project leadership and client representatives to manage cost, value, and change throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage cost capture and produce accurate, timely applications for payment in line with client-specific requirements.
Administer contracts effectively, including NEC (various options) and bespoke oil & gas agreements.
Oversee change management processes, including variations, Early Warnings, and Compensation Events (or equivalents), ensuring contractual compliance.
Collaborate with project leads and take an active role within the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) for the contract.
Produce detailed weekly and monthly reports, end-out forecasting, and cost/value reconciliations for both internal stakeholders and the client.
Lead and manage internal commercial meetings and ensure alignment across delivery and commercial teams.
Support the wider business and regional contracts as needed, offering commercial expertise and consistency.
About You:
The ideal candidate will have:
A degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the construction or oil & gas sectors.
Excellent working knowledge of Commercial and Contract Managent – NEC contract options & bespoke contracts.
A strong understanding of cost control, Application Payments, forecasting, and variation management.
Excellent IT skills with a particular focus on Microsoft Excel.
The ability to engage confidently with clients, project teams, and senior stakeholders.
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply via the link or contact us directly for more information: Jobs@rms-recruitment.co.uk / 01325 389333
RMS is an equal opportunities employer, if you have not been contacted within 7 days following your application, please accept this as you have not been successful on these occasions.
MOLA is an experienced and innovative archaeology practice. We have been providing independent, professional heritage advice and services for over 40 years across the UK and internationally on schemes both large and small. Our commercial services are designed to help our development, infrastructure and construction sector clients to meet their planning process requirements swiftly and expertly, with the certainty and value they need.
We are seeking to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join our busy Projects Team, to work on a wide range of exciting major excavation projects and contribute towards business development within MOLA.
You will be part of a dedicated, highly motivated, and collaborative field team that together deliver quality, client-focussed and project-led work. The team are responsible for managing archaeological projects throughout their lifecycle, leading on the successful tendering, planning, operation, delivery and completion of fieldwork. The MOLA ‘Projects’ division, in which this role plays a pivotal part, has a core commercial function and one of our key objectives is to assist our valued clients in meeting their planning requirements, embed our work within their projects and to promote social and public benefit.
The Project Manager role has a business development element, and therefore, a commercially focussed outlook, confident and proactive team leadership skill, problem solving and adaptability in approach are essential to your success. A driving licence is also highly desirable as regular travel is expected as part of the role, both within and outside of London.
We are looking for project managers who are highly experienced in the delivery of archaeological projects at a management and consultancy level with experience in London or urban archaeology. Successful candidates will be expected to organise, manage and deliver tender bids, to procure new work and operate independently to deliver MOLAs strategic business, research and public benefit goals. In your role you will place Health and Safety at the fore and seek to contribute to continued improvement and best safe-working practices. You will manage a range of archaeological fieldwork and post-excavation projects simultaneously, whilst ensuring delivery within set timescales and budgets which you and the team have costed and commercially manage. MOLA would welcome applications from candidates who have experience of large/complex schemes and infrastructure projects.
You will be a strong and innovative multi-tasker, able to integrate with other team specialisms such as Consultancy, Community Engagement and Built Heritage into project design and delivery models. You will be a confident negotiator, able to communicate across a wide range of stakeholder interests, with a sound working knowledge of National Planning Policy Frameworks and the planning process. Maintaining quality and high standards are essential and will be delivered through your skill with review, editing and production of technical and commercial reports. Your role will also require skill with managing people and as a Line Manager, you will seek to promote the wellbeing and professional development of your Line Management team.
For details on how to apply and further information please go to https://mola.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3933357?cid=2033
The closing date is Sunday 7th September 2025 at 23:59.
Please note all applicants must have the right to work in the UK without restrictions. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to commencement.
MOLA is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Aug 21, 2025
Full time
MOLA is an experienced and innovative archaeology practice. We have been providing independent, professional heritage advice and services for over 40 years across the UK and internationally on schemes both large and small. Our commercial services are designed to help our development, infrastructure and construction sector clients to meet their planning process requirements swiftly and expertly, with the certainty and value they need.
We are seeking to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join our busy Projects Team, to work on a wide range of exciting major excavation projects and contribute towards business development within MOLA.
You will be part of a dedicated, highly motivated, and collaborative field team that together deliver quality, client-focussed and project-led work. The team are responsible for managing archaeological projects throughout their lifecycle, leading on the successful tendering, planning, operation, delivery and completion of fieldwork. The MOLA ‘Projects’ division, in which this role plays a pivotal part, has a core commercial function and one of our key objectives is to assist our valued clients in meeting their planning requirements, embed our work within their projects and to promote social and public benefit.
The Project Manager role has a business development element, and therefore, a commercially focussed outlook, confident and proactive team leadership skill, problem solving and adaptability in approach are essential to your success. A driving licence is also highly desirable as regular travel is expected as part of the role, both within and outside of London.
We are looking for project managers who are highly experienced in the delivery of archaeological projects at a management and consultancy level with experience in London or urban archaeology. Successful candidates will be expected to organise, manage and deliver tender bids, to procure new work and operate independently to deliver MOLAs strategic business, research and public benefit goals. In your role you will place Health and Safety at the fore and seek to contribute to continued improvement and best safe-working practices. You will manage a range of archaeological fieldwork and post-excavation projects simultaneously, whilst ensuring delivery within set timescales and budgets which you and the team have costed and commercially manage. MOLA would welcome applications from candidates who have experience of large/complex schemes and infrastructure projects.
You will be a strong and innovative multi-tasker, able to integrate with other team specialisms such as Consultancy, Community Engagement and Built Heritage into project design and delivery models. You will be a confident negotiator, able to communicate across a wide range of stakeholder interests, with a sound working knowledge of National Planning Policy Frameworks and the planning process. Maintaining quality and high standards are essential and will be delivered through your skill with review, editing and production of technical and commercial reports. Your role will also require skill with managing people and as a Line Manager, you will seek to promote the wellbeing and professional development of your Line Management team.
For details on how to apply and further information please go to https://mola.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3933357?cid=2033
The closing date is Sunday 7th September 2025 at 23:59.
Please note all applicants must have the right to work in the UK without restrictions. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to commencement.
MOLA is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
A well-known design consultancy based in Central London is seeking a civil engineering professional for a long-term contract role. The position is outside IR35 and offers benefits including flexible and hybrid working arrangements. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing knowledge in civil engineering, liaising with stakeholders, and preparing Flood Risk Assessments. This role requires experience with MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, and Civil 3D, along with strong report writing skills.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
A well-known design consultancy based in Central London is seeking a civil engineering professional for a long-term contract role. The position is outside IR35 and offers benefits including flexible and hybrid working arrangements. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing knowledge in civil engineering, liaising with stakeholders, and preparing Flood Risk Assessments. This role requires experience with MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, and Civil 3D, along with strong report writing skills.
A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead and deliver civil engineering projects. You will be responsible for collaborating with clients and managing project teams, ensuring designs are practical and sustainable. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Civil Engineering and is either a Chartered Engineer or working towards it, with proven experience in infrastructure design and proficiency in industry-standard software. This role offers competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for career growth.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead and deliver civil engineering projects. You will be responsible for collaborating with clients and managing project teams, ensuring designs are practical and sustainable. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Civil Engineering and is either a Chartered Engineer or working towards it, with proven experience in infrastructure design and proficiency in industry-standard software. This role offers competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for career growth.
Civil & Structural Engineering, Transport Infrastructure BST: 8:00 - 18:00 (Mon/Thurs) 8:00 - 16:00 (Fri We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Engineer to strengthen the delivery team in a London based Design consultancy. Our workload is exciting and diverse and includes both Overground and Underground clients. Projects range from enhancements to major London stations through design and delivery of AFA schemes and station upgrades to replacement and refurbishment of civil engineering works. We work with Tier 1 contractors, often on an ECI model, and much of our workload is as lead consultant delivering multi-disciplinary designs packages. We are looking for an engineer who can start to develop and lead rail projects through their complete life cycle, from option study through scheme and detailed design to tender action and construction. This role requires an individual who can plan and deliver multi-disciplined projects both technical and commercially, be a focal point for client contact and be able to apply consistently sound judgement. The role will work closely with the Rail Business Unit Director and CRE to develop new and secure repeat business through high quality delivery and offers great opportunities for career progression. About You You will have a broad range of skills and experience designing and assessing various types of structure in a range of construction materials and therefore a strong technical background. The experience you have gained has given you an intuitive feel for civil engineering, and allows you to make engineering judgements quickly, seeking contribution from your peers and team when needed. Key Skills Stations and accommodation buildings Depots and stabling Road, rail and footbridges Retaining structures External works and drainage You will be able to lead Engineers and start to develop into a CRE role yourself, manage internal resources and a design supply chain. Perhaps most importantly, you will be entirely comfortable taking commercial and technical responsibility for project delivery. Actively seeking responsibility will be part of your personality. You will build relationships with our client base through sound delivery. Your leadership will be required on some high-profile future projects. The projects will test both your technical and management capability. Required Qualifications 1st or upper 2nd B Eng. / M Eng. (Hons) degree from a top UK University or equivalent Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer Demonstrable success in the execution of Rail related project Desire to drive projects forward and take the initiative where necessary Experience of: Identifying, developing and presenting civil engineering solutions Leading multi-disciplined design teams and projects Managing resources across multiple projects workloads Producing fee proposals, managing and reporting project commercial progress Liaising with clients and managing design progress meetings Working independently and seeing tasks through to completion with minimal input Hybrid working 2 days a week in the office 24 Days holiday per annum Private medical care Professional membership subscription This is an fantastic opportunity to work for growing and diverse railway team. If you are interested in the role, please contact Cameron Green on or Email . Salary: Competitive
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Civil & Structural Engineering, Transport Infrastructure BST: 8:00 - 18:00 (Mon/Thurs) 8:00 - 16:00 (Fri We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Engineer to strengthen the delivery team in a London based Design consultancy. Our workload is exciting and diverse and includes both Overground and Underground clients. Projects range from enhancements to major London stations through design and delivery of AFA schemes and station upgrades to replacement and refurbishment of civil engineering works. We work with Tier 1 contractors, often on an ECI model, and much of our workload is as lead consultant delivering multi-disciplinary designs packages. We are looking for an engineer who can start to develop and lead rail projects through their complete life cycle, from option study through scheme and detailed design to tender action and construction. This role requires an individual who can plan and deliver multi-disciplined projects both technical and commercially, be a focal point for client contact and be able to apply consistently sound judgement. The role will work closely with the Rail Business Unit Director and CRE to develop new and secure repeat business through high quality delivery and offers great opportunities for career progression. About You You will have a broad range of skills and experience designing and assessing various types of structure in a range of construction materials and therefore a strong technical background. The experience you have gained has given you an intuitive feel for civil engineering, and allows you to make engineering judgements quickly, seeking contribution from your peers and team when needed. Key Skills Stations and accommodation buildings Depots and stabling Road, rail and footbridges Retaining structures External works and drainage You will be able to lead Engineers and start to develop into a CRE role yourself, manage internal resources and a design supply chain. Perhaps most importantly, you will be entirely comfortable taking commercial and technical responsibility for project delivery. Actively seeking responsibility will be part of your personality. You will build relationships with our client base through sound delivery. Your leadership will be required on some high-profile future projects. The projects will test both your technical and management capability. Required Qualifications 1st or upper 2nd B Eng. / M Eng. (Hons) degree from a top UK University or equivalent Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer Demonstrable success in the execution of Rail related project Desire to drive projects forward and take the initiative where necessary Experience of: Identifying, developing and presenting civil engineering solutions Leading multi-disciplined design teams and projects Managing resources across multiple projects workloads Producing fee proposals, managing and reporting project commercial progress Liaising with clients and managing design progress meetings Working independently and seeing tasks through to completion with minimal input Hybrid working 2 days a week in the office 24 Days holiday per annum Private medical care Professional membership subscription This is an fantastic opportunity to work for growing and diverse railway team. If you are interested in the role, please contact Cameron Green on or Email . Salary: Competitive
Overview Job Title: Highways Quantity Surveyor Location: Leyland Salary: Up to £50,000 + £5,000 car allowance Purpose of the Role This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to lead and mentor a team of intermediate and assistant quantity surveyors. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring commercial control across the business while fostering collaborative relationships with key clients. They will work closely with operational teams to achieve financial objectives on projects and frameworks. Key Responsibilities Cost Management Prepare, review, and update detailed cost estimates and budgets for projects. Monitor project expenditures, analyse variances, and implement cost-saving measures. Manage the end-to-end commercial process, from enquiry receipt to final account close-out. Handle work in progress effectively to achieve project cash flow forecasts. Produce and deliver accurate monthly CVRs and forecasts to senior managers. Submit and agree on Compensation Events (CEs) in a timely manner, maintaining CE Registers or CEMAR systems. Contract Administration Prepare contract documents, including bills of quantities and scopes of work. Oversee contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with legal and company standards. Manage contractual disputes, claims, and variations to resolve issues effectively. Complete applications and respond to client queries to maintain cash flow forecasts. Client and Stakeholder Engagement Respond to client requests promptly, effectively, and professionally. Maintain integrity and respect in all aspects of commercial management. Resolve client issues collaboratively, protecting both company interests and client relationships. Represent the company at meetings, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction. Team Leadership and Development Mentor and support junior and intermediate quantity surveyors. Foster a collaborative team environment to enhance performance and development. Qualifications and Experience Education: BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of successful surveying experience in civil engineering, preferably within highways. Strong knowledge of NEC Contracts; experience with CEMAR is advantageous. Experience in self-delivery organisations is beneficial. Skills: Expert MS Office user. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proven time management and organisational abilities. Flexible and willing to travel as required. Personal Attributes A team player who is confident, enthusiastic, and passionate about their work. Professional integrity with discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information. Strong leadership and mentoring abilities. FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jordan Townley at Carrington West on or email for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Overview Job Title: Highways Quantity Surveyor Location: Leyland Salary: Up to £50,000 + £5,000 car allowance Purpose of the Role This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to lead and mentor a team of intermediate and assistant quantity surveyors. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring commercial control across the business while fostering collaborative relationships with key clients. They will work closely with operational teams to achieve financial objectives on projects and frameworks. Key Responsibilities Cost Management Prepare, review, and update detailed cost estimates and budgets for projects. Monitor project expenditures, analyse variances, and implement cost-saving measures. Manage the end-to-end commercial process, from enquiry receipt to final account close-out. Handle work in progress effectively to achieve project cash flow forecasts. Produce and deliver accurate monthly CVRs and forecasts to senior managers. Submit and agree on Compensation Events (CEs) in a timely manner, maintaining CE Registers or CEMAR systems. Contract Administration Prepare contract documents, including bills of quantities and scopes of work. Oversee contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with legal and company standards. Manage contractual disputes, claims, and variations to resolve issues effectively. Complete applications and respond to client queries to maintain cash flow forecasts. Client and Stakeholder Engagement Respond to client requests promptly, effectively, and professionally. Maintain integrity and respect in all aspects of commercial management. Resolve client issues collaboratively, protecting both company interests and client relationships. Represent the company at meetings, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction. Team Leadership and Development Mentor and support junior and intermediate quantity surveyors. Foster a collaborative team environment to enhance performance and development. Qualifications and Experience Education: BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of successful surveying experience in civil engineering, preferably within highways. Strong knowledge of NEC Contracts; experience with CEMAR is advantageous. Experience in self-delivery organisations is beneficial. Skills: Expert MS Office user. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proven time management and organisational abilities. Flexible and willing to travel as required. Personal Attributes A team player who is confident, enthusiastic, and passionate about their work. Professional integrity with discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information. Strong leadership and mentoring abilities. FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jordan Townley at Carrington West on or email for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
A leading construction company in Tandridge is seeking a Project Engineer/Senior Engineer specialized in residential housing developments. The role includes managing consultant designs, overseeing engineering works, and liaising with various stakeholders. The successful candidate should possess a degree in Civil Engineering, relevant experience in the field, and proficiency in AutoCAD. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £65,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package, including hybrid working options.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
A leading construction company in Tandridge is seeking a Project Engineer/Senior Engineer specialized in residential housing developments. The role includes managing consultant designs, overseeing engineering works, and liaising with various stakeholders. The successful candidate should possess a degree in Civil Engineering, relevant experience in the field, and proficiency in AutoCAD. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £65,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package, including hybrid working options.
Job Title: Senior Site/Project Manager Overview My client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Site/Project Manager to lead and manage commercial construction projects from inception to completion. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and inclusive organisation committed to delivering high-quality commercial builds while fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. As a Senior Site/Project Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the success of our construction projects by overseeing all aspects of the site operations and project management. Day-to-day Oversee end-to-end delivery of commercial construction projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery while adhering to all safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, and contractors, ensuring cohesive communication and collaboration. Lead site teams to execute project plans effectively, providing clear direction and maintaining open lines of communication. Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, assess risk mitigation strategies, and optimize resource allocation. Foster an inclusive and positive work environment that encourages cooperation, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. Responsibilities Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource plans, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and client expectations. Oversee work performed by subcontractors and tradespeople, ensuring compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and safety protocols. Drive efforts to identify and address potential risks or issues that could impact project timelines or outcomes. Represent the organization in client meetings, progress updates, and site walkthroughs, demonstrating professionalism and a solutions-focused approach. Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety regulations, fostering a culture of safety and accountability. Mentor and support junior staff and team members, encouraging skills development and professional growth. Qualifications Required Skills and Experience 5+ years of experience as a Senior Site Manager, Project Manager, or in other construction leadership roles, particularly in commercial builds. Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale construction projects from concept to completion. Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, safety processes, codes, and regulations. Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and manage diverse teams. Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational abilities. Proficiency in project management tools and software, such as MS Project, Procore, or equivalent. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP) or Construction Management certifications. Experience working within diverse teams and fostering equitable work environments.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Senior Site/Project Manager Overview My client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Site/Project Manager to lead and manage commercial construction projects from inception to completion. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and inclusive organisation committed to delivering high-quality commercial builds while fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. As a Senior Site/Project Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the success of our construction projects by overseeing all aspects of the site operations and project management. Day-to-day Oversee end-to-end delivery of commercial construction projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery while adhering to all safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, and contractors, ensuring cohesive communication and collaboration. Lead site teams to execute project plans effectively, providing clear direction and maintaining open lines of communication. Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, assess risk mitigation strategies, and optimize resource allocation. Foster an inclusive and positive work environment that encourages cooperation, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. Responsibilities Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource plans, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and client expectations. Oversee work performed by subcontractors and tradespeople, ensuring compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and safety protocols. Drive efforts to identify and address potential risks or issues that could impact project timelines or outcomes. Represent the organization in client meetings, progress updates, and site walkthroughs, demonstrating professionalism and a solutions-focused approach. Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety regulations, fostering a culture of safety and accountability. Mentor and support junior staff and team members, encouraging skills development and professional growth. Qualifications Required Skills and Experience 5+ years of experience as a Senior Site Manager, Project Manager, or in other construction leadership roles, particularly in commercial builds. Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale construction projects from concept to completion. Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, safety processes, codes, and regulations. Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and manage diverse teams. Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational abilities. Proficiency in project management tools and software, such as MS Project, Procore, or equivalent. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP) or Construction Management certifications. Experience working within diverse teams and fostering equitable work environments.
Overview We are Seeking Contracts Manager/CSA Lead to join our data Centre team in Oxfordshire. The Contracts Manager/CSA Lead is the senior on-site leader with overall responsibility for the successful delivery, quality, safety, and financial performance of civil engineering projects. The role ensures full coordination of all aspects of the contract and that client expectations are met or exceeded. The Contracts Manager/CSA Lead upholds the highest standards in line with Sisk's HSEQS policies and procedures while seeking opportunities to enhance project value and profitability. John Sisk & Son have been building excellence as a family-owned international construction company by offering trust, certainty and value to our clients whilst being at the heart of change. Responsibilities Preconstruction Develop and manage the contract programme, often in collaboration with the Estimating team during tender stage. Instruct the QS on all major preliminary expenditure including plant, accommodation, and temporary works. Chair project start-up and production meetings, supporting resource allocation alongside the Regional Director. Oversee the subcontract buying schedule in partnership with the QS. Notify statutory authorities and stakeholders of site commencement. Draft preliminary sitelogisticsand temporary works registers, integrating initial Health & Safety considerations. Attend Design Team Progress Meetings, providing updates and technical input. Lead the preparation of project programmes, method statements, and contract submissions. Construction & Delivery Project Execution Planning (PEP) Risk management Commercial performance HSEQS compliance Stakeholder engagement Design management Project administration and close-out. Ensure the project team and supply chain possessthe required competencies to meet HSEQS requirements. Monitor overall site progress against programme, liaising with subcontractors and Site Management. Review buildability and explore commercial or programme improvements where possible. Protect Sisk's contractual position throughtimelycorrespondence, notices, and documentation. Oversee site presentation and promote the company's image through professional site management. Manage project information flows, document control, and scheduling. Manage consultant and subcontractor design coordination including BIM delivery as contractually required. Implement andmaintainthe Project Execution Plan (PEP), with special focus on HSE and Quality compliance. Prepare and deliveraccurateCost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and monthly project reports. Drivetimelyachievement of Practical Completion and ensure proactive issue resolution onsite. Subcontractor & Commercial Management Lead subcontractorselection, progress meetings, pre-order meetings, and performance monitoring. Oversee the work of the Quantity Surveyor (QS) and Site Manager (SM). Manage subcontractor performance and site productivity to ensure project milestones are achieved. Review and approve expenditure, subcontractor appointments, commercial reports, and financial control measures Pre Construction & Close out Lead defect management and ensuretimelycompletion of the Certificate of Making Good Defects. Instruct QS in loss and expense applications and support Final Account preparations. Oversee final commissioning, client handover, and aftercare services. Drive continuous improvement and lessons learned into future project delivery. Conduct Performance Development Plans (PDPs) with direct reports to foster individual growth and development. Experience Essential Significant experiencein commercial systems management or estimating support within construction Knowledge of estimating software such as Conquest,CostXor similar Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills Ability to prepareaccuratecontractual correspondence and reports under tight timelines Knowledge of design and build processes and delivery planning for multi-disciplinary teams Strong IT literacy and systems capability Analytical and numerate with attention to detail Excellent communication skills and ability to support non-technical users Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects Strong organisational and time-management skills Desirable Familiarity with procurement and contract management systems Exposure to tender preparation, riskmanagementand cost control processes Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent in Construction, Engineering, BusinessSystemsor related discipline Knowledge of commercial and estimating processes within construction Desirable: Experience with database management or reporting tools Training in project controls or commercial systems implementation Additional Information Competitive salary 26 days annual leave plus additional company days Pension and benefits Unlimited learning and development opportunities Much more Our People and Recruitment Commitment At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team. All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion - your skills and potential matter. Don't hold back we want to hear from you All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Overview We are Seeking Contracts Manager/CSA Lead to join our data Centre team in Oxfordshire. The Contracts Manager/CSA Lead is the senior on-site leader with overall responsibility for the successful delivery, quality, safety, and financial performance of civil engineering projects. The role ensures full coordination of all aspects of the contract and that client expectations are met or exceeded. The Contracts Manager/CSA Lead upholds the highest standards in line with Sisk's HSEQS policies and procedures while seeking opportunities to enhance project value and profitability. John Sisk & Son have been building excellence as a family-owned international construction company by offering trust, certainty and value to our clients whilst being at the heart of change. Responsibilities Preconstruction Develop and manage the contract programme, often in collaboration with the Estimating team during tender stage. Instruct the QS on all major preliminary expenditure including plant, accommodation, and temporary works. Chair project start-up and production meetings, supporting resource allocation alongside the Regional Director. Oversee the subcontract buying schedule in partnership with the QS. Notify statutory authorities and stakeholders of site commencement. Draft preliminary sitelogisticsand temporary works registers, integrating initial Health & Safety considerations. Attend Design Team Progress Meetings, providing updates and technical input. Lead the preparation of project programmes, method statements, and contract submissions. Construction & Delivery Project Execution Planning (PEP) Risk management Commercial performance HSEQS compliance Stakeholder engagement Design management Project administration and close-out. Ensure the project team and supply chain possessthe required competencies to meet HSEQS requirements. Monitor overall site progress against programme, liaising with subcontractors and Site Management. Review buildability and explore commercial or programme improvements where possible. Protect Sisk's contractual position throughtimelycorrespondence, notices, and documentation. Oversee site presentation and promote the company's image through professional site management. Manage project information flows, document control, and scheduling. Manage consultant and subcontractor design coordination including BIM delivery as contractually required. Implement andmaintainthe Project Execution Plan (PEP), with special focus on HSE and Quality compliance. Prepare and deliveraccurateCost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and monthly project reports. Drivetimelyachievement of Practical Completion and ensure proactive issue resolution onsite. Subcontractor & Commercial Management Lead subcontractorselection, progress meetings, pre-order meetings, and performance monitoring. Oversee the work of the Quantity Surveyor (QS) and Site Manager (SM). Manage subcontractor performance and site productivity to ensure project milestones are achieved. Review and approve expenditure, subcontractor appointments, commercial reports, and financial control measures Pre Construction & Close out Lead defect management and ensuretimelycompletion of the Certificate of Making Good Defects. Instruct QS in loss and expense applications and support Final Account preparations. Oversee final commissioning, client handover, and aftercare services. Drive continuous improvement and lessons learned into future project delivery. Conduct Performance Development Plans (PDPs) with direct reports to foster individual growth and development. Experience Essential Significant experiencein commercial systems management or estimating support within construction Knowledge of estimating software such as Conquest,CostXor similar Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills Ability to prepareaccuratecontractual correspondence and reports under tight timelines Knowledge of design and build processes and delivery planning for multi-disciplinary teams Strong IT literacy and systems capability Analytical and numerate with attention to detail Excellent communication skills and ability to support non-technical users Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects Strong organisational and time-management skills Desirable Familiarity with procurement and contract management systems Exposure to tender preparation, riskmanagementand cost control processes Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent in Construction, Engineering, BusinessSystemsor related discipline Knowledge of commercial and estimating processes within construction Desirable: Experience with database management or reporting tools Training in project controls or commercial systems implementation Additional Information Competitive salary 26 days annual leave plus additional company days Pension and benefits Unlimited learning and development opportunities Much more Our People and Recruitment Commitment At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team. All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion - your skills and potential matter. Don't hold back we want to hear from you All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland
Are you looking for your next contract role? This is a great role for a long-term contract with a well-known design consultancy in Central London. This role is outside IR35 and offers some great benefits such as flexible and hybrid working. The role: Demonstrate good development of knowledge in civil engineering and development infrastructure. The successful candidate would be encouraged to develop skills in liaison with stakeholders, local authorities and highways officers. Report writing skills (FRA, drainage strategy, specification etc.) What you need to succeed: Experience in the use of MicroDrainage and / or InfoDrainage) and Civil 3D. Developing SuDS strategies for complex urban developments. The preparation of Flood Risk Assessments across all flood zones. The detailed design and specification of external hard landscaping pavement design. The detailed design of Section 38 and 278 highway works, beneficial but not essential. The design and negotiation of flood compensation schemes in undefended high-risk flood zones, beneficial but not essential. The detailed design of site-wide levels strategies. The preparation of site-wide volumetric earthworks analysis (cut and fill) The detailed design of below ground drainage networks, including blue and green SuDS elements and subterrain basement drainage Please reach out for a discreet conversation about this role.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for your next contract role? This is a great role for a long-term contract with a well-known design consultancy in Central London. This role is outside IR35 and offers some great benefits such as flexible and hybrid working. The role: Demonstrate good development of knowledge in civil engineering and development infrastructure. The successful candidate would be encouraged to develop skills in liaison with stakeholders, local authorities and highways officers. Report writing skills (FRA, drainage strategy, specification etc.) What you need to succeed: Experience in the use of MicroDrainage and / or InfoDrainage) and Civil 3D. Developing SuDS strategies for complex urban developments. The preparation of Flood Risk Assessments across all flood zones. The detailed design and specification of external hard landscaping pavement design. The detailed design of Section 38 and 278 highway works, beneficial but not essential. The design and negotiation of flood compensation schemes in undefended high-risk flood zones, beneficial but not essential. The detailed design of site-wide levels strategies. The preparation of site-wide volumetric earthworks analysis (cut and fill) The detailed design of below ground drainage networks, including blue and green SuDS elements and subterrain basement drainage Please reach out for a discreet conversation about this role.
A leading construction consulting firm is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with at least 5 years of experience to join their busy London office. This role involves producing technical designs and reports for diverse projects and requires experience in wastewater infrastructure. The right candidate will have strong communication skills and a passion for engineering, coupled with the opportunity for hybrid working and various professional benefits.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
A leading construction consulting firm is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with at least 5 years of experience to join their busy London office. This role involves producing technical designs and reports for diverse projects and requires experience in wastewater infrastructure. The right candidate will have strong communication skills and a passion for engineering, coupled with the opportunity for hybrid working and various professional benefits.
Senior Civil Engineer - (Housing Developer) £55,000 to £70,000 + car/car allowance + benefits + package Our client is a fast growing top 10 UK housebuilder. They design and build quality homes and create places where people want to live. Their comprehensive skills and capabilities give us a wider perspective across the whole housing lifecycle and we create lower risk ways of building homes people need. For more than 90 years our work has been absolutely visible to local communities so being part of the community is in our DNA. Job description Main purpose of the role As their Senior Development Engineer, you will provide lean but robust engineering strategies as part of an established, successful land and development team. The role will be working primarily with the land team to de-risk bids and support the due diligence process for land acquisition approval. This would include technical reporting and providing strategies for drainage, cut & fill, retaining walls, foundations, and utilities. Support with groundworks estimating and procurement would also be provided. This would then follow through to supporting planning applications with the necessary technical input and engineering strategy. External engineers would be utilised where necessary to add detail to the proposed strategy for checking and presentation purposes. The engineering strategy would be handed over to the technical team for the detailed design stage. The role requires the production of accurate value engineered information delivered in line with agreed programmes and budgets. Skills, knowledge & experience We are looking for an established predevelopment Engineer who embodies the company values; passionate about the housebuilding industry, they will work in a straightforward way, possessing strong organisational skills with a good commercial and contractual awareness. They will be creative with a keen eye for detail and ability to process technical information. They will be collaborative, with excellent verbal and written communication skills and a strong negotiator with proven experience in gaining consent on complex technical approvals. The successful candidate will have previous exposure to a similar role within a UK housebuilder and be comfortable using engineering related software. Key capabilities required for this role include: Experience of technical and engineering aspects of house building design. An in-depth understanding of Highway & Sewer Standards. Construction Design & Management Regulations. Substantial experience working within a residential housebuilder or equivalent. Experience of leading the engineering strategy and working in a team. Adding value to engineering solutions. Understanding of changes to regulations and legislation. Strong mathematical ability. Able to analyse complex data and critically evaluate plans. Good decision-making skills. Good understanding of budget management. Able to direct external consultants. A good communicator/listener. An awareness of the social and environmental impact of your work. Accurate with an eye for detail. Excellent communication skills. Able to work under pressure. Able to work with a high degree of accuracy. A methodical approach to working practices. Confident decision maker with pragmatic approach to problem solving. Able to influence and persuade others. A self-starter capable of creating and maintaining momentum in projects. Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it. Supporting the land team with the due diligence review and delivery of technical and engineering information required for land appraisals and acquisition. Establishing the engineering principles and strategy on all sites. If this sounds like you, please apply now. As the above is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, for more information including a full job description and person specification.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Senior Civil Engineer - (Housing Developer) £55,000 to £70,000 + car/car allowance + benefits + package Our client is a fast growing top 10 UK housebuilder. They design and build quality homes and create places where people want to live. Their comprehensive skills and capabilities give us a wider perspective across the whole housing lifecycle and we create lower risk ways of building homes people need. For more than 90 years our work has been absolutely visible to local communities so being part of the community is in our DNA. Job description Main purpose of the role As their Senior Development Engineer, you will provide lean but robust engineering strategies as part of an established, successful land and development team. The role will be working primarily with the land team to de-risk bids and support the due diligence process for land acquisition approval. This would include technical reporting and providing strategies for drainage, cut & fill, retaining walls, foundations, and utilities. Support with groundworks estimating and procurement would also be provided. This would then follow through to supporting planning applications with the necessary technical input and engineering strategy. External engineers would be utilised where necessary to add detail to the proposed strategy for checking and presentation purposes. The engineering strategy would be handed over to the technical team for the detailed design stage. The role requires the production of accurate value engineered information delivered in line with agreed programmes and budgets. Skills, knowledge & experience We are looking for an established predevelopment Engineer who embodies the company values; passionate about the housebuilding industry, they will work in a straightforward way, possessing strong organisational skills with a good commercial and contractual awareness. They will be creative with a keen eye for detail and ability to process technical information. They will be collaborative, with excellent verbal and written communication skills and a strong negotiator with proven experience in gaining consent on complex technical approvals. The successful candidate will have previous exposure to a similar role within a UK housebuilder and be comfortable using engineering related software. Key capabilities required for this role include: Experience of technical and engineering aspects of house building design. An in-depth understanding of Highway & Sewer Standards. Construction Design & Management Regulations. Substantial experience working within a residential housebuilder or equivalent. Experience of leading the engineering strategy and working in a team. Adding value to engineering solutions. Understanding of changes to regulations and legislation. Strong mathematical ability. Able to analyse complex data and critically evaluate plans. Good decision-making skills. Good understanding of budget management. Able to direct external consultants. A good communicator/listener. An awareness of the social and environmental impact of your work. Accurate with an eye for detail. Excellent communication skills. Able to work under pressure. Able to work with a high degree of accuracy. A methodical approach to working practices. Confident decision maker with pragmatic approach to problem solving. Able to influence and persuade others. A self-starter capable of creating and maintaining momentum in projects. Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it. Supporting the land team with the due diligence review and delivery of technical and engineering information required for land appraisals and acquisition. Establishing the engineering principles and strategy on all sites. If this sounds like you, please apply now. As the above is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, for more information including a full job description and person specification.
Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, YTL Construction UK (Infrastructure) is seeking a skilled Civil Estimator to join our dynamic Estimating team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-impact infrastructure projects and work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment. What you'll do As a Civil Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive civil engineering estimates across a variety of construction projects. You'll play a key role in supporting both in-house delivery teams and external partners, ensuring robust cost assurance and governance throughout the pre construction phase. You'll also: develop detailed civil estimates from tender documentation, drawings and specifications collaborate with designers, project managers, clients, and suppliers to gather and validate project information lead negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing provide technical input to support efficient design and value engineering assist the Commercial team with variations, applications, and final account processes maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders throughout the estimating lifecycle. What you'll need We're looking for a proactive and detail oriented professional with a strong background in civil engineering and estimating. Other requirements include: a civil qualification, with civil installation or project delivery experience excellent analytical and problem solving skills a strong technical understanding of civil methodology and construction processes proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and estimating software a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle a background in water and wastewater projects. What you'll receive A combined pension contribution of up to 20%. Career progression and professional development opportunities. 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service. The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year. The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions). A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs. Life assurance of up to eight times your salary. The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions). Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers. One paid volunteering day each year. Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements. Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform. Support from trained mental health first aiders. A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us. Who we are YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include: Wessex Water - one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West YTL Developments - a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community YTL Construction UK - a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors YTL Arena - the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses. Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group. We are passionate about diversity and inclusion - with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, YTL Construction UK (Infrastructure) is seeking a skilled Civil Estimator to join our dynamic Estimating team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-impact infrastructure projects and work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment. What you'll do As a Civil Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive civil engineering estimates across a variety of construction projects. You'll play a key role in supporting both in-house delivery teams and external partners, ensuring robust cost assurance and governance throughout the pre construction phase. You'll also: develop detailed civil estimates from tender documentation, drawings and specifications collaborate with designers, project managers, clients, and suppliers to gather and validate project information lead negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing provide technical input to support efficient design and value engineering assist the Commercial team with variations, applications, and final account processes maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders throughout the estimating lifecycle. What you'll need We're looking for a proactive and detail oriented professional with a strong background in civil engineering and estimating. Other requirements include: a civil qualification, with civil installation or project delivery experience excellent analytical and problem solving skills a strong technical understanding of civil methodology and construction processes proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and estimating software a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle a background in water and wastewater projects. What you'll receive A combined pension contribution of up to 20%. Career progression and professional development opportunities. 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service. The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year. The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions). A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs. Life assurance of up to eight times your salary. The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions). Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers. One paid volunteering day each year. Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements. Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform. Support from trained mental health first aiders. A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us. Who we are YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include: Wessex Water - one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West YTL Developments - a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community YTL Construction UK - a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors YTL Arena - the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses. Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group. We are passionate about diversity and inclusion - with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.
Strata Construction Consulting
City, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A construction consultancy firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking for an experienced Engineer to join their busy Technical Department. In this role, you will oversee external Design and Engineering Consultants for various residential projects. Responsibilities include producing layouts, overseeing site investigations, and negotiating with statutory bodies. Candidates ideally should have an HNC in civil engineering, knowledge of AutoCAD, and familiarity with building regulations. The position offers a competitive salary alongside benefits such as pension, life cover, and healthcare.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
A construction consultancy firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking for an experienced Engineer to join their busy Technical Department. In this role, you will oversee external Design and Engineering Consultants for various residential projects. Responsibilities include producing layouts, overseeing site investigations, and negotiating with statutory bodies. Candidates ideally should have an HNC in civil engineering, knowledge of AutoCAD, and familiarity with building regulations. The position offers a competitive salary alongside benefits such as pension, life cover, and healthcare.
A leading engineering consultancy in London is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to manage infrastructure design and lead a team of engineers. With the opportunity for hybrid working and a 4-day week, this role offers competitive pay between £43,000 and £58,000 per annum, alongside benefits such as private health care, 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, and significant employer pension contributions. Ideal candidates will have experience in consultancy on residential developments and proficiency in producing technical drawings and drainage strategies.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
A leading engineering consultancy in London is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to manage infrastructure design and lead a team of engineers. With the opportunity for hybrid working and a 4-day week, this role offers competitive pay between £43,000 and £58,000 per annum, alongside benefits such as private health care, 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, and significant employer pension contributions. Ideal candidates will have experience in consultancy on residential developments and proficiency in producing technical drawings and drainage strategies.
Position: Project Engineer/Senior Engineer - Residential Housing Developments Location: Croydon, Surrey Salary £45,000 - £65,000 + package Benefits: Car/car allowance Bonus Excellent pension circa 10% Hybrid working Plus package Are you a talented and experienced Civil Engineers looking for a rewarding opportunity within the residential housing development sector? Strata Consulting is partnering with a large, reputable regional house builder with numerous ongoing and upcoming developments across the South East, including areas such as London, Croydon, Maidstone and surrounding towns. This leading UK construction company, specialising in innovative residential construction and regeneration projects, is seeking a proactive Regional Engineer to play a key role in delivering high-quality homes for sale and rent. You'll collaborate with local authorities, housing associations, and other partners on diverse and engaging projects. Key Responsibilities: Manage external consultant designs for residential housing projects, ensuring seamless information flow to relevant teams. Oversee civil engineering works on construction sites throughout the South East, providing technical guidance and resolving on-site queries. Manage the adoption and handover process of completed sites, including roads, sewers, services, and management company land, to relevant authorities. Ensure the timely delivery of accurate and cost-effective civil engineering design information for costing and construction phases. Participate in monthly project reviews, providing comprehensive engineering updates to the project team. Offer technical support on all engineering-related matters to both internal and external stakeholders. Assist all departments with internal drawing queries and interpretations. Ensure compliance and rigorously check subcontractor design elements. Drive value engineering initiatives for new residential sites, utilizing innovative design solutions and the latest engineering products. What We're Looking For (Experience & Skills): Strong working knowledge of local authority standards and regulations within the South East. Proven capabilities in undertaking Civil Engineering designs, including site level proposals, earthworks calculations, and sustainable drainage solutions (SuDS). Demonstrable experience in effectively liaising with Architects, Clients, Sub-contractors, Supply Chain partners, and Product Manufacturers within the construction industry. A solid understanding of current civil engineering techniques and a commitment to continuous professional development. Excellent health and safety awareness with the confidence to challenge unsafe practices on site. Proficiency in AutoCAD and LSS (or equivalent civil engineering design software). Competence in using engineering survey instruments, including GPS, TPS, Grade Lasers, and Dumpy Levels. Significant experience working on residential construction sites, possessing a strong understanding of construction methodologies up to damp proof course (DPC). A good grasp of sectional agreements and processes, including Section 38, Section 104, and NAV agreements. Ability to accurately check levels, conduct site surveys, take measurements, and quantify volumes of work. Thorough understanding of the adoption process for infrastructure and associated timelines. Ability to identify and snag construction defects for commercial and quality control purposes. Qualifications: HNC/HND or Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. Valid CSCS Card. Ready to take the next step in your Civil Engineering career in Surrey? Click Apply Now to submit your CV and learn more about this exciting opportunity with a leading house builder!
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Position: Project Engineer/Senior Engineer - Residential Housing Developments Location: Croydon, Surrey Salary £45,000 - £65,000 + package Benefits: Car/car allowance Bonus Excellent pension circa 10% Hybrid working Plus package Are you a talented and experienced Civil Engineers looking for a rewarding opportunity within the residential housing development sector? Strata Consulting is partnering with a large, reputable regional house builder with numerous ongoing and upcoming developments across the South East, including areas such as London, Croydon, Maidstone and surrounding towns. This leading UK construction company, specialising in innovative residential construction and regeneration projects, is seeking a proactive Regional Engineer to play a key role in delivering high-quality homes for sale and rent. You'll collaborate with local authorities, housing associations, and other partners on diverse and engaging projects. Key Responsibilities: Manage external consultant designs for residential housing projects, ensuring seamless information flow to relevant teams. Oversee civil engineering works on construction sites throughout the South East, providing technical guidance and resolving on-site queries. Manage the adoption and handover process of completed sites, including roads, sewers, services, and management company land, to relevant authorities. Ensure the timely delivery of accurate and cost-effective civil engineering design information for costing and construction phases. Participate in monthly project reviews, providing comprehensive engineering updates to the project team. Offer technical support on all engineering-related matters to both internal and external stakeholders. Assist all departments with internal drawing queries and interpretations. Ensure compliance and rigorously check subcontractor design elements. Drive value engineering initiatives for new residential sites, utilizing innovative design solutions and the latest engineering products. What We're Looking For (Experience & Skills): Strong working knowledge of local authority standards and regulations within the South East. Proven capabilities in undertaking Civil Engineering designs, including site level proposals, earthworks calculations, and sustainable drainage solutions (SuDS). Demonstrable experience in effectively liaising with Architects, Clients, Sub-contractors, Supply Chain partners, and Product Manufacturers within the construction industry. A solid understanding of current civil engineering techniques and a commitment to continuous professional development. Excellent health and safety awareness with the confidence to challenge unsafe practices on site. Proficiency in AutoCAD and LSS (or equivalent civil engineering design software). Competence in using engineering survey instruments, including GPS, TPS, Grade Lasers, and Dumpy Levels. Significant experience working on residential construction sites, possessing a strong understanding of construction methodologies up to damp proof course (DPC). A good grasp of sectional agreements and processes, including Section 38, Section 104, and NAV agreements. Ability to accurately check levels, conduct site surveys, take measurements, and quantify volumes of work. Thorough understanding of the adoption process for infrastructure and associated timelines. Ability to identify and snag construction defects for commercial and quality control purposes. Qualifications: HNC/HND or Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. Valid CSCS Card. Ready to take the next step in your Civil Engineering career in Surrey? Click Apply Now to submit your CV and learn more about this exciting opportunity with a leading house builder!
Strata Construction Consulting
Bishops Waltham, Hampshire
A leading construction consultancy in Eastleigh is seeking a Senior Engineer to join their technical team. This role involves preparing detailed engineering designs, supervising junior staff, and managing project programmes. The ideal candidate has a degree in Civil Engineering, relevant design experience, and excellent IT skills, including CAD. The company offers a competitive salary, bonuses, a pension scheme up to 15%, and flexible working hours. Exceptional benefits ensure a great work-life balance while actively supporting your career development.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
A leading construction consultancy in Eastleigh is seeking a Senior Engineer to join their technical team. This role involves preparing detailed engineering designs, supervising junior staff, and managing project programmes. The ideal candidate has a degree in Civil Engineering, relevant design experience, and excellent IT skills, including CAD. The company offers a competitive salary, bonuses, a pension scheme up to 15%, and flexible working hours. Exceptional benefits ensure a great work-life balance while actively supporting your career development.
Skanska, one of the world's leading project development and construction groups, is an inclusive and responsible business that is helping to build a better society. We are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to join our Infrastructure Water team in Peterborough. What you'll do: Join the award-winning and Alliance. Work on diverse water recycling and supply projects. Lead, coach, and develop junior engineers. Drive outcome-focused, low-carbon solutions that protect nature and embrace new digital technologies. Expand your professional networks within Alliance partnership. Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Procurement, and Construction Managers. What you'll bring to the role: Degree in a civil engineering discipline or equivalent knowledge through relevant experience. Preferably chartered or working towards chartered status. Competent in practical civil design within the water/wastewater industry. Experience mentoring and coaching junior engineers. Good understanding of modular build construction processes and procedures. Equal opportunities We thrive through embracing differences, whether they be social backgrounds, ethnicity, disability, gender identity or expression, age, religion, sexual orientation and any other protected characteristic - we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it Naturally Skanska. We welcome you to ask about flexibility at interview stage and we will explore what is possible for the role. Reasonable adjustments We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us using or call - Option 5 & 1, if you require any adjustments that would support you throughout your application. More information about the role Please note this is an advert for our job vacancy, and therefore may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Skanska. For a full role profile, please contact us: The closing date for this vacancy may be subject to change any time at the sole discretion of the business. We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Skanska, one of the world's leading project development and construction groups, is an inclusive and responsible business that is helping to build a better society. We are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to join our Infrastructure Water team in Peterborough. What you'll do: Join the award-winning and Alliance. Work on diverse water recycling and supply projects. Lead, coach, and develop junior engineers. Drive outcome-focused, low-carbon solutions that protect nature and embrace new digital technologies. Expand your professional networks within Alliance partnership. Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Procurement, and Construction Managers. What you'll bring to the role: Degree in a civil engineering discipline or equivalent knowledge through relevant experience. Preferably chartered or working towards chartered status. Competent in practical civil design within the water/wastewater industry. Experience mentoring and coaching junior engineers. Good understanding of modular build construction processes and procedures. Equal opportunities We thrive through embracing differences, whether they be social backgrounds, ethnicity, disability, gender identity or expression, age, religion, sexual orientation and any other protected characteristic - we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it Naturally Skanska. We welcome you to ask about flexibility at interview stage and we will explore what is possible for the role. Reasonable adjustments We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us using or call - Option 5 & 1, if you require any adjustments that would support you throughout your application. More information about the role Please note this is an advert for our job vacancy, and therefore may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Skanska. For a full role profile, please contact us: The closing date for this vacancy may be subject to change any time at the sole discretion of the business. We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join their Infrastructure Water team in Peterborough. The role involves leading water recycling projects, coaching junior engineers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop low-carbon solutions. A degree in civil engineering or equivalent experience is required, alongside strong practical design skills in the water/wastewater industry. This position offers the opportunity to work within a diverse and inclusive environment.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join their Infrastructure Water team in Peterborough. The role involves leading water recycling projects, coaching junior engineers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop low-carbon solutions. A degree in civil engineering or equivalent experience is required, alongside strong practical design skills in the water/wastewater industry. This position offers the opportunity to work within a diverse and inclusive environment.
