Quantity Surveyor - Construction - Manchester (Site Based) Salary: Up to 60,000 + benefits (dependent on experience) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the team on a major Grade II listed refurbishment project in Manchester. Phase One of the scheme comprises 153 residential apartments and 10 commercial units , with completion due in late Q1 2027 . A Phase Two development will follow, delivering a further 282 new-build apartments . With a strong secured pipeline of future projects, this role offers long-term stability and progression within a growing construction and development business. The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for providing accurate, value-driven commercial support to projects, ensuring all commercial activities are carried out in line with contractual requirements, internal procedures, and senior management expectations. The role requires the ability to work both independently and as part of an integrated project team. Key Responsibilities Managing the commercial aspects of projects from tender through to final account Preparation and assessment of applications for payment, valuations, BoQs, and cost/value reconciliations Cost control and forecasting , including contribution to monthly reports (value, cost, profit/loss, cash flow, budgets) Managing variations and mitigating cost increases Preparation, assessment, and agreement of monthly subcontractor applications and issuing payment certificates Assisting with risk and value management to ensure best value and engineered solutions Identifying, analysing, and managing commercial risks Strong commercial and contractual management with a solid understanding of JCT forms of contract , including assisting with dispute resolution where required Preparing supply chain enquiries and negotiating, administering, and closing out subcontractor packages Attending subcontractor, client, and internal project meetings as required About You Minimum 3 years' post-graduate experience in a commercial role within the construction industry Refurbishment experience preferred but not essential Strong financial and commercial acumen Excellent organisational and communication skills Methodical, practical, and logical approach to work Experience using document control and office management systems Ability to take technical minutes and prepare clear, accurate reports Experience drafting contractual correspondence , payment certificates, and interim financial reports Strong negotiation, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills High level of analytical ability Demonstrable legal, contractual, and construction knowledge Confident communicator with the ability to assert influence when required Qualifications Degree (or post-graduate qualification) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline Minimum 3 years' relevant industry experience What We Offer Competitive salary up to 60,000 , plus benefits Long-term career progression within a growing business Opportunity to work on large-scale, complex residential and commercial schemes Strong future workload with secured projects Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM
12/03/2026
Full time
Quantity Surveyor - Construction - Manchester (Site Based) Salary: Up to 60,000 + benefits (dependent on experience) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the team on a major Grade II listed refurbishment project in Manchester. Phase One of the scheme comprises 153 residential apartments and 10 commercial units , with completion due in late Q1 2027 . A Phase Two development will follow, delivering a further 282 new-build apartments . With a strong secured pipeline of future projects, this role offers long-term stability and progression within a growing construction and development business. The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for providing accurate, value-driven commercial support to projects, ensuring all commercial activities are carried out in line with contractual requirements, internal procedures, and senior management expectations. The role requires the ability to work both independently and as part of an integrated project team. Key Responsibilities Managing the commercial aspects of projects from tender through to final account Preparation and assessment of applications for payment, valuations, BoQs, and cost/value reconciliations Cost control and forecasting , including contribution to monthly reports (value, cost, profit/loss, cash flow, budgets) Managing variations and mitigating cost increases Preparation, assessment, and agreement of monthly subcontractor applications and issuing payment certificates Assisting with risk and value management to ensure best value and engineered solutions Identifying, analysing, and managing commercial risks Strong commercial and contractual management with a solid understanding of JCT forms of contract , including assisting with dispute resolution where required Preparing supply chain enquiries and negotiating, administering, and closing out subcontractor packages Attending subcontractor, client, and internal project meetings as required About You Minimum 3 years' post-graduate experience in a commercial role within the construction industry Refurbishment experience preferred but not essential Strong financial and commercial acumen Excellent organisational and communication skills Methodical, practical, and logical approach to work Experience using document control and office management systems Ability to take technical minutes and prepare clear, accurate reports Experience drafting contractual correspondence , payment certificates, and interim financial reports Strong negotiation, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills High level of analytical ability Demonstrable legal, contractual, and construction knowledge Confident communicator with the ability to assert influence when required Qualifications Degree (or post-graduate qualification) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline Minimum 3 years' relevant industry experience What We Offer Competitive salary up to 60,000 , plus benefits Long-term career progression within a growing business Opportunity to work on large-scale, complex residential and commercial schemes Strong future workload with secured projects Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM
Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Civil Design Engineer / Senior Design Engineer on behalf of a sizeable civil engineering main contractor. This reputable civil engineering / water / heavy infrastructure contractor are growing and in need of a Design Engineer or Senior to supplement their growing in-house design team and mentor some of the Graduates & Trainees. The work is covering the Yorkshire Water framework and involves a wide variety of heavy civil engineering packages up to 20m in value. This contractor has a turnover of 500m+ and is established internationally, they're a well known specialist with large / heavy civil engineering & water. The successful Engineer will be responsible for in-house design & coordinating external consultancies. Current framework AMP8 secured until 2030 with this contractor continuing to be one of the busiest capital delivery partners with Yorkshire Water. Projects include: water treatment works upgrades, large storm tank installs, pipeline upgrades, shaft sinking etc. (projects from 500k to 20m+). This role is based out of an office in Leeds with regular site visits and offers a degree of hybrid working / flexibility. A relaxed culture who trust their people to get the work done without micro-management. Duties as Design Engineer: Detailed design work on water projects: waste water and clean water. Allocating and managing CAD output from technicians. Represent company in meetings, client & stakeholder interactions. Undertake site visits to gather information & data. Working with Project Managers to ensure smooth delivery on site. Documentation & drawing reviews. Experience Required as Design Engineer: Must have experience as Design Engineer for a civil engineering contractor on heavy civil engineering projects Must have experience designing concrete structures & familiar with Eurocode 2 Ideally have knowledge with waste water design including: attenuation / drainage design and balancing Ideally have experience with Geotechnical or Temporary Works design Must have fluent IT & English writing skills. Experience with AutoCAD beneficial. Remuneration: On offer is a salary of up to 60,000 (dependant upon experience) plus package. (Car / allowance, pension, fuel scheme, holidays, healthcare etc.). For more info please contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.
12/03/2026
Full time
Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Civil Design Engineer / Senior Design Engineer on behalf of a sizeable civil engineering main contractor. This reputable civil engineering / water / heavy infrastructure contractor are growing and in need of a Design Engineer or Senior to supplement their growing in-house design team and mentor some of the Graduates & Trainees. The work is covering the Yorkshire Water framework and involves a wide variety of heavy civil engineering packages up to 20m in value. This contractor has a turnover of 500m+ and is established internationally, they're a well known specialist with large / heavy civil engineering & water. The successful Engineer will be responsible for in-house design & coordinating external consultancies. Current framework AMP8 secured until 2030 with this contractor continuing to be one of the busiest capital delivery partners with Yorkshire Water. Projects include: water treatment works upgrades, large storm tank installs, pipeline upgrades, shaft sinking etc. (projects from 500k to 20m+). This role is based out of an office in Leeds with regular site visits and offers a degree of hybrid working / flexibility. A relaxed culture who trust their people to get the work done without micro-management. Duties as Design Engineer: Detailed design work on water projects: waste water and clean water. Allocating and managing CAD output from technicians. Represent company in meetings, client & stakeholder interactions. Undertake site visits to gather information & data. Working with Project Managers to ensure smooth delivery on site. Documentation & drawing reviews. Experience Required as Design Engineer: Must have experience as Design Engineer for a civil engineering contractor on heavy civil engineering projects Must have experience designing concrete structures & familiar with Eurocode 2 Ideally have knowledge with waste water design including: attenuation / drainage design and balancing Ideally have experience with Geotechnical or Temporary Works design Must have fluent IT & English writing skills. Experience with AutoCAD beneficial. Remuneration: On offer is a salary of up to 60,000 (dependant upon experience) plus package. (Car / allowance, pension, fuel scheme, holidays, healthcare etc.). For more info please contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.
Junior Civil Site Engineer East Midlands Salary 30,000 - 35,000 Company Vehicle Fuel Card Cherry Professional are currently working with a market leading Civil Engineering and Building company. They are looking for a Junior Civil Site Engineer to join their close knit and thriving team. This role will be critical in managing our housing and commercial projects, with our clients to ensure their successful delivery. Responsibilities: Ensuring that the setting out is accurate, providing precise lines, levels, and reference points on site. Providing clear communication of construction drawings on site for layouts, material measurements etc. Developing effective relationships and dealing with clients and subcontractors Effectively influencing the progress on sites and ensuring programme deadlines are met. Working closely with all other team members to ensure that the Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety aspects of the work are adhered to during your project phase on site Continually developing your knowledge in the industry, communicating, and implementing best practice guidance to line managers and relevant team members Ideal Candidate: Degree in Civil Engineering or other industry related qualification Least 1 years previous experience in a similar role, ideally within the water or utilities sector Excellent numeracy skills and proficient in the use of Outlook and Excel Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work in a team with a positive attitude, deadline focused, taking accountability and responsibility for quality of work. Cherry Professional are recruiting on behalf of their client Roles you may have applied for: Junior Civil Engineer, Graduate Site Engineer, Junior Civil Site Engineer or Graduate Civil Site Engineer Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.
12/03/2026
Full time
Junior Civil Site Engineer East Midlands Salary 30,000 - 35,000 Company Vehicle Fuel Card Cherry Professional are currently working with a market leading Civil Engineering and Building company. They are looking for a Junior Civil Site Engineer to join their close knit and thriving team. This role will be critical in managing our housing and commercial projects, with our clients to ensure their successful delivery. Responsibilities: Ensuring that the setting out is accurate, providing precise lines, levels, and reference points on site. Providing clear communication of construction drawings on site for layouts, material measurements etc. Developing effective relationships and dealing with clients and subcontractors Effectively influencing the progress on sites and ensuring programme deadlines are met. Working closely with all other team members to ensure that the Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety aspects of the work are adhered to during your project phase on site Continually developing your knowledge in the industry, communicating, and implementing best practice guidance to line managers and relevant team members Ideal Candidate: Degree in Civil Engineering or other industry related qualification Least 1 years previous experience in a similar role, ideally within the water or utilities sector Excellent numeracy skills and proficient in the use of Outlook and Excel Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work in a team with a positive attitude, deadline focused, taking accountability and responsibility for quality of work. Cherry Professional are recruiting on behalf of their client Roles you may have applied for: Junior Civil Engineer, Graduate Site Engineer, Junior Civil Site Engineer or Graduate Civil Site Engineer Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.
Description We have an exciting opportunity for you to join a highly skilled team delivering a project in Rosyth. As a Site Engineer, you will support the technical delivery of civils and groundworks projects. You will have a flair for technical complexity and detail, with a core motivation to engage with, innovate and inspire the teams around you. As an integral part of the operations team, your role will be key to the successful delivery of our projects. Careys Engineers, work as part of a team interpreting engineering information and conveying this to the workforce, to ensure delivery of the project to programme and budget. What you will be doing: Health and Safety, Environment and Sustainability: Basic understanding of HSES regulations and good practice and ability to communicate to others Participates in delivering project Health, Safety, Environmental and Sustainability targets Project and Team Management: Mentors/coaches Graduate, Assistant and Apprentice Engineers Construction Methodology: Keeps a site diary, sharing this information with the site team and contributing to knowledge capture, share initiative Ability to access and interpret engineering information and effectively communicate with the site team, by way of mark-ups, sketches, calculations, or within their setting out of the works Provides feedback to the site team on the performance of all project elements, including materials, contractors and designs Engineering Information, Design Coordination, and process: Ability to interrogate design information, to determine if the information is suitable to be included in the works, and to write RFIs and TQs to resolve discrepancies within inadequate engineering information. Ensures that engineering information being used on site is current and of construction status, updating files as required Setting out, Dimensional Control: Provides dimensional control for an area of the works, ensuring that surveying instrumentation used is within calibration. Produces as built surveying compliance checks for an area of the works, ensuring the results are presented in a format suitable to be included in the project records. Establishes and maintains control from primary control, carrying out checks to the control provided by others and communicating control information to the team Able to manage the survey equipment being used on the project Quality Management: Assists in delivery of Quality Plan and Assurance targets relevant to the project Carries out site quality inspections, resolving minor Quality issues as raised by Clients team or self and records on appropriate Quality Plan documentation and files for retrieval Able to interpret specification requirements, produce and work to ITPs Produces, maintains and closes out Permits to Work to the project requirements Procurement of materials and plant, logistics: Provides quantity information and carries out material call offs and requisitions, measurement of material usage/reconciliation Assists with logistics planning and scheduling Temporary Works: Assists the TWC with TW inspections by taking on duty of TW inspector/supervisor Checks and communicates that all TW within work area have been applied to the TW procedure Programme, Scope of Works, Commercial: - Commercially aware, and raises possible variations and changes with Senior or Commercial team members prior to construction - Works to site and contract program What you will bring: You will possess a qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Structural Engineering to HNC level or above A track record of delivering setting out and engineering processes on concrete frame projects. Ability to use CAD software for data transfer to/from single person working kit EDM preferable Highly competent in surveying and setting out techniques and able to teach others. Experience in managing and mentoring Graduate and Apprentice engineers Benefits 26 days holiday plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Car Allowance Company Pension Volunteering Days - With Careys Foundation - or other organisations that are important to you Health Care Cashplan Cycle to work scheme Car Leasing Scheme Discounted Gym Membership Life Assurance Buy/sell holidays Other discounts and Cashback plans
11/03/2026
Full time
Description We have an exciting opportunity for you to join a highly skilled team delivering a project in Rosyth. As a Site Engineer, you will support the technical delivery of civils and groundworks projects. You will have a flair for technical complexity and detail, with a core motivation to engage with, innovate and inspire the teams around you. As an integral part of the operations team, your role will be key to the successful delivery of our projects. Careys Engineers, work as part of a team interpreting engineering information and conveying this to the workforce, to ensure delivery of the project to programme and budget. What you will be doing: Health and Safety, Environment and Sustainability: Basic understanding of HSES regulations and good practice and ability to communicate to others Participates in delivering project Health, Safety, Environmental and Sustainability targets Project and Team Management: Mentors/coaches Graduate, Assistant and Apprentice Engineers Construction Methodology: Keeps a site diary, sharing this information with the site team and contributing to knowledge capture, share initiative Ability to access and interpret engineering information and effectively communicate with the site team, by way of mark-ups, sketches, calculations, or within their setting out of the works Provides feedback to the site team on the performance of all project elements, including materials, contractors and designs Engineering Information, Design Coordination, and process: Ability to interrogate design information, to determine if the information is suitable to be included in the works, and to write RFIs and TQs to resolve discrepancies within inadequate engineering information. Ensures that engineering information being used on site is current and of construction status, updating files as required Setting out, Dimensional Control: Provides dimensional control for an area of the works, ensuring that surveying instrumentation used is within calibration. Produces as built surveying compliance checks for an area of the works, ensuring the results are presented in a format suitable to be included in the project records. Establishes and maintains control from primary control, carrying out checks to the control provided by others and communicating control information to the team Able to manage the survey equipment being used on the project Quality Management: Assists in delivery of Quality Plan and Assurance targets relevant to the project Carries out site quality inspections, resolving minor Quality issues as raised by Clients team or self and records on appropriate Quality Plan documentation and files for retrieval Able to interpret specification requirements, produce and work to ITPs Produces, maintains and closes out Permits to Work to the project requirements Procurement of materials and plant, logistics: Provides quantity information and carries out material call offs and requisitions, measurement of material usage/reconciliation Assists with logistics planning and scheduling Temporary Works: Assists the TWC with TW inspections by taking on duty of TW inspector/supervisor Checks and communicates that all TW within work area have been applied to the TW procedure Programme, Scope of Works, Commercial: - Commercially aware, and raises possible variations and changes with Senior or Commercial team members prior to construction - Works to site and contract program What you will bring: You will possess a qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Structural Engineering to HNC level or above A track record of delivering setting out and engineering processes on concrete frame projects. Ability to use CAD software for data transfer to/from single person working kit EDM preferable Highly competent in surveying and setting out techniques and able to teach others. Experience in managing and mentoring Graduate and Apprentice engineers Benefits 26 days holiday plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Car Allowance Company Pension Volunteering Days - With Careys Foundation - or other organisations that are important to you Health Care Cashplan Cycle to work scheme Car Leasing Scheme Discounted Gym Membership Life Assurance Buy/sell holidays Other discounts and Cashback plans
Graduate Site Engineer Location : Falkirk, FK6 6QE Salary: Competitive, DOE Contract: Full time, Permanent Benefits : Award Winning Projects, Private Pension Plan, with employer contribution matching of up to 7%, 26 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays, Additional 3 days paid leave per annum to participate in community projects, Private Health Care Scheme, Health Assured: Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance Scheme, Continuous Training & Development, Professional Membership Subscriptions, Cycle to Work Scheme, Eye Care Vouchers and Evening Class / Hobby Allowance! Concrete Repairs Limited (CRL) is the UK s leading specialist contractor for the management of concrete structures and buildings. Established for over 65 years, our professional, innovative service sets the standards in the industry for others to follow. Kickstart your career on live civil engineering projects! We re looking for a motivated Graduate Site Engineer to join our team. This is a hands-on role where you ll gain experience on live sites, working alongside experienced engineers and project managers. From day one, you ll be involved in planning, monitoring, and delivering high-quality projects safely and efficiently. As our Graduate Site Engineer you will be responsible for: Carrying out pre-contract site surveys and assisting with project setup Shadowing site inductions and toolbox talks Understanding project scope, site programmes, and sequencing of works Assisting with cost recording, measurement records, and site documentation Supporting quality control, testing materials, and maintaining site records Helping with ordering plant and materials Completing site administration including site diaries, labour and plant returns Supporting health & safety, sustainability, and social value initiatives Learning the practical application of contracts and civil engineering standards In order to be successful in this role you must have: A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline Strong organisational and numerical skills Attention to detail and accuracy in reporting and recording Confident working on site and communicating with teams at all levels Eager to learn, proactive, and safety-conscious Full driving license What we offer Structured graduate development and on-the-job training Exposure to all aspects of civil engineering projects, from site to contract management Mentoring from experienced engineers and managers A supportive, safety-focused working environment Clear opportunities for career progression If you feel you have the skills and experience to be considered for this role, click on apply today forwarding and up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance No agencies please.
11/03/2026
Full time
Graduate Site Engineer Location : Falkirk, FK6 6QE Salary: Competitive, DOE Contract: Full time, Permanent Benefits : Award Winning Projects, Private Pension Plan, with employer contribution matching of up to 7%, 26 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays, Additional 3 days paid leave per annum to participate in community projects, Private Health Care Scheme, Health Assured: Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance Scheme, Continuous Training & Development, Professional Membership Subscriptions, Cycle to Work Scheme, Eye Care Vouchers and Evening Class / Hobby Allowance! Concrete Repairs Limited (CRL) is the UK s leading specialist contractor for the management of concrete structures and buildings. Established for over 65 years, our professional, innovative service sets the standards in the industry for others to follow. Kickstart your career on live civil engineering projects! We re looking for a motivated Graduate Site Engineer to join our team. This is a hands-on role where you ll gain experience on live sites, working alongside experienced engineers and project managers. From day one, you ll be involved in planning, monitoring, and delivering high-quality projects safely and efficiently. As our Graduate Site Engineer you will be responsible for: Carrying out pre-contract site surveys and assisting with project setup Shadowing site inductions and toolbox talks Understanding project scope, site programmes, and sequencing of works Assisting with cost recording, measurement records, and site documentation Supporting quality control, testing materials, and maintaining site records Helping with ordering plant and materials Completing site administration including site diaries, labour and plant returns Supporting health & safety, sustainability, and social value initiatives Learning the practical application of contracts and civil engineering standards In order to be successful in this role you must have: A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline Strong organisational and numerical skills Attention to detail and accuracy in reporting and recording Confident working on site and communicating with teams at all levels Eager to learn, proactive, and safety-conscious Full driving license What we offer Structured graduate development and on-the-job training Exposure to all aspects of civil engineering projects, from site to contract management Mentoring from experienced engineers and managers A supportive, safety-focused working environment Clear opportunities for career progression If you feel you have the skills and experience to be considered for this role, click on apply today forwarding and up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance No agencies please.
Description We have an exciting opportunity for you to join a highly skilled team delivering on an RC Frame project in central Edinburgh. As a Site Engineer, you will support the technical delivery of these RC frame and groundworks projects. You will have a flair for technical complexity and detail, with a core motivation to engage with, innovate and inspire the teams around you. As an integral part of the operations team, your role will be key to the successful delivery of our projects. Careys Engineers, work as part of a team interpreting engineering information and conveying this to the workforce, to ensure delivery of the project to programme and budget. What you will be doing: Health and Safety, Environment and Sustainability: Basic understanding of HSES regulations and good practice and ability to communicate to others Participates in delivering project Health, Safety, Environmental and Sustainability targets Project and Team Management: Mentors/coaches Graduate, Assistant and Apprentice Engineers Construction Methodology: Keeps a site diary, sharing this information with the site team and contributing to knowledge capture, share initiative Ability to access and interpret engineering information and effectively communicate with the site team, by way of mark-ups, sketches, calculations, or within their setting out of the works Provides feedback to the site team on the performance of all project elements, including materials, contractors and designs Engineering Information, Design Coordination, and process: Ability to interrogate design information, to determine if the information is suitable to be included in the works, and to write RFIs and TQs to resolve discrepancies within inadequate engineering information. Ensures that engineering information being used on site is current and of construction status, updating files as required Setting out, Dimensional Control: Provides dimensional control for an area of the works, ensuring that surveying instrumentation used is within calibration. Produces as built surveying compliance checks for an area of the works, ensuring the results are presented in a format suitable to be included in the project records. Establishes and maintains control from primary control, carrying out checks to the control provided by others and communicating control information to the team Able to manage the survey equipment being used on the project Quality Management: Assists in delivery of Quality Plan and Assurance targets relevant to the project Carries out site quality inspections, resolving minor Quality issues as raised by Clients team or self and records on appropriate Quality Plan documentation and files for retrieval Able to interpret specification requirements, produce and work to ITPs Produces, maintains and closes out Permits to Work to the project requirements Procurement of materials and plant, logistics: Provides quantity information and carries out material call offs and requisitions, measurement of material usage/reconciliation Assists with logistics planning and scheduling Temporary Works: Assists the TWC with TW inspections by taking on duty of TW inspector/supervisor Checks and communicates that all TW within work area have been applied to the TW procedure Programme, Scope of Works, Commercial: - Commercially aware, and raises possible variations and changes with Senior or Commercial team members prior to construction - Works to site and contract program What you will bring: You will possess a qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Structural Engineering to HNC level or above A track record of delivering setting out and engineering processes on concrete frame projects. Ability to use CAD software for data transfer to/from single person working kit EDM preferable Highly competent in surveying and setting out techniques and able to teach others. Experience in managing and mentoring Graduate and Apprentice engineers Benefits 26 days holiday plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Car Allowance Company Pension Volunteering Days - With Careys Foundation - or other organisations that are important to you Health Care Cashplan Cycle to work scheme Car Leasing Scheme Discounted Gym Membership Life Assurance Buy/sell holidays Other discounts and Cashback plans
11/03/2026
Full time
Description We have an exciting opportunity for you to join a highly skilled team delivering on an RC Frame project in central Edinburgh. As a Site Engineer, you will support the technical delivery of these RC frame and groundworks projects. You will have a flair for technical complexity and detail, with a core motivation to engage with, innovate and inspire the teams around you. As an integral part of the operations team, your role will be key to the successful delivery of our projects. Careys Engineers, work as part of a team interpreting engineering information and conveying this to the workforce, to ensure delivery of the project to programme and budget. What you will be doing: Health and Safety, Environment and Sustainability: Basic understanding of HSES regulations and good practice and ability to communicate to others Participates in delivering project Health, Safety, Environmental and Sustainability targets Project and Team Management: Mentors/coaches Graduate, Assistant and Apprentice Engineers Construction Methodology: Keeps a site diary, sharing this information with the site team and contributing to knowledge capture, share initiative Ability to access and interpret engineering information and effectively communicate with the site team, by way of mark-ups, sketches, calculations, or within their setting out of the works Provides feedback to the site team on the performance of all project elements, including materials, contractors and designs Engineering Information, Design Coordination, and process: Ability to interrogate design information, to determine if the information is suitable to be included in the works, and to write RFIs and TQs to resolve discrepancies within inadequate engineering information. Ensures that engineering information being used on site is current and of construction status, updating files as required Setting out, Dimensional Control: Provides dimensional control for an area of the works, ensuring that surveying instrumentation used is within calibration. Produces as built surveying compliance checks for an area of the works, ensuring the results are presented in a format suitable to be included in the project records. Establishes and maintains control from primary control, carrying out checks to the control provided by others and communicating control information to the team Able to manage the survey equipment being used on the project Quality Management: Assists in delivery of Quality Plan and Assurance targets relevant to the project Carries out site quality inspections, resolving minor Quality issues as raised by Clients team or self and records on appropriate Quality Plan documentation and files for retrieval Able to interpret specification requirements, produce and work to ITPs Produces, maintains and closes out Permits to Work to the project requirements Procurement of materials and plant, logistics: Provides quantity information and carries out material call offs and requisitions, measurement of material usage/reconciliation Assists with logistics planning and scheduling Temporary Works: Assists the TWC with TW inspections by taking on duty of TW inspector/supervisor Checks and communicates that all TW within work area have been applied to the TW procedure Programme, Scope of Works, Commercial: - Commercially aware, and raises possible variations and changes with Senior or Commercial team members prior to construction - Works to site and contract program What you will bring: You will possess a qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Structural Engineering to HNC level or above A track record of delivering setting out and engineering processes on concrete frame projects. Ability to use CAD software for data transfer to/from single person working kit EDM preferable Highly competent in surveying and setting out techniques and able to teach others. Experience in managing and mentoring Graduate and Apprentice engineers Benefits 26 days holiday plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Car Allowance Company Pension Volunteering Days - With Careys Foundation - or other organisations that are important to you Health Care Cashplan Cycle to work scheme Car Leasing Scheme Discounted Gym Membership Life Assurance Buy/sell holidays Other discounts and Cashback plans
We're looking for a Senior Traffic Management Designer to join our Design team based Nationwide. Our 100-strong Construction Engineering capability brings together a team of talented civil, structural and geotechnical engineers from a range of backgrounds, combining complex analysis, spatial design and an eye for the practical to deliver buildable solutions on site. We specialise in reimagining permanent designs to make them more buildable, designing temporary works and traffic management solutions, advising on the procedural management of temporary works, construction materials, ground engineering and surveying. Kier Design are a top-25 engineering consultancy, delivering a wide range of services across all sectors of the built environment, providing construction-focused, innovative and sustainable solutions. We have preferential access to Kier's 11bn+ project pipeline, including mega projects like High Speed 2 and Hinkley Point C, frameworks with national and local government and other public bodies, and a range of other interesting projects in every sector of the built environment. We believe in building teams around our people, rather than squeezing people into our teams, we want to help you carve out a role in which you'll grow and thrive for many years to come. Offering market-leading development opportunities, supporting our graduates through the early stages of their careers, enabling our people to become professionally qualified, providing management training and qualifications, and supporting ongoing technical development throughout our people's careers. Actively promoting, so you can keep pushing and stretching yourself. Within this role, you can enjoy competitive annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy leave, a fantastic, matched pension scheme, a share in the success you help to create by investing in Kier through our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans and even more Location : Nationwide Hours : 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Traffic Management Designer, you'll be working within the Construction Engineering team, supporting Kier in contributing to the delivery of a broad range of complex construction engineering services, leading the delivery of some services, providing solutions which are safe and buildable. Your day to day will include: Checking and approval of temporary traffic management (TTM) plans for low-speed and high-speed designs,design and checking of low speed TTM designs, producing of some high speed TTM designs, under appropriate supervision Assisting Principal TM Designer(s) with input to the following: Tender and bid winning support including outline design schemes, feasibility studies, production and evaluation of concepts; focussed on buildability, efficiency and innovation; enabling cost estimates to be developed, delivery of alternative solutions and value engineering, enhancing Kier's competitive position Technical assessment and review of 3rd party designs, ensuring compliance with the brief to meet client and Kier requirements, provision of a technical help desk, providing engineering expertise and technical advice to support understanding; acting as a centre of engineering excellence, enhancing Kier's reputation for delivering engineered outcomes Resolution of technical project, construction and design issues, incidents, defects and failures; incident investigation, examining causes of failure, rectification analysis, review, advice and redesign, supporting the SHE Department, identification of technical risks and solutions to facilitate scoping, pricing, design and construction Site visits, surveys and inspections, reporting and advising on SHE issues; attending internal and external meetings on Kier's behalf; periodically working as an embedded part of tender and construction teams What are we looking for? This role of Senior Traffic Management Designer is great for you if: You have completed IEng Initial Professional Development (or CEng equivalent progress) with a relevant professional institutions (e.g. ICE) Knowledge of traffic management from a Design point of view, hold Level 6 or Level 7 qualifications and significant relevant experience Able to travel to offices and sites across various areas Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. We look forward to seeing your application to join the
11/03/2026
Full time
We're looking for a Senior Traffic Management Designer to join our Design team based Nationwide. Our 100-strong Construction Engineering capability brings together a team of talented civil, structural and geotechnical engineers from a range of backgrounds, combining complex analysis, spatial design and an eye for the practical to deliver buildable solutions on site. We specialise in reimagining permanent designs to make them more buildable, designing temporary works and traffic management solutions, advising on the procedural management of temporary works, construction materials, ground engineering and surveying. Kier Design are a top-25 engineering consultancy, delivering a wide range of services across all sectors of the built environment, providing construction-focused, innovative and sustainable solutions. We have preferential access to Kier's 11bn+ project pipeline, including mega projects like High Speed 2 and Hinkley Point C, frameworks with national and local government and other public bodies, and a range of other interesting projects in every sector of the built environment. We believe in building teams around our people, rather than squeezing people into our teams, we want to help you carve out a role in which you'll grow and thrive for many years to come. Offering market-leading development opportunities, supporting our graduates through the early stages of their careers, enabling our people to become professionally qualified, providing management training and qualifications, and supporting ongoing technical development throughout our people's careers. Actively promoting, so you can keep pushing and stretching yourself. Within this role, you can enjoy competitive annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy leave, a fantastic, matched pension scheme, a share in the success you help to create by investing in Kier through our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans and even more Location : Nationwide Hours : 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Traffic Management Designer, you'll be working within the Construction Engineering team, supporting Kier in contributing to the delivery of a broad range of complex construction engineering services, leading the delivery of some services, providing solutions which are safe and buildable. Your day to day will include: Checking and approval of temporary traffic management (TTM) plans for low-speed and high-speed designs,design and checking of low speed TTM designs, producing of some high speed TTM designs, under appropriate supervision Assisting Principal TM Designer(s) with input to the following: Tender and bid winning support including outline design schemes, feasibility studies, production and evaluation of concepts; focussed on buildability, efficiency and innovation; enabling cost estimates to be developed, delivery of alternative solutions and value engineering, enhancing Kier's competitive position Technical assessment and review of 3rd party designs, ensuring compliance with the brief to meet client and Kier requirements, provision of a technical help desk, providing engineering expertise and technical advice to support understanding; acting as a centre of engineering excellence, enhancing Kier's reputation for delivering engineered outcomes Resolution of technical project, construction and design issues, incidents, defects and failures; incident investigation, examining causes of failure, rectification analysis, review, advice and redesign, supporting the SHE Department, identification of technical risks and solutions to facilitate scoping, pricing, design and construction Site visits, surveys and inspections, reporting and advising on SHE issues; attending internal and external meetings on Kier's behalf; periodically working as an embedded part of tender and construction teams What are we looking for? This role of Senior Traffic Management Designer is great for you if: You have completed IEng Initial Professional Development (or CEng equivalent progress) with a relevant professional institutions (e.g. ICE) Knowledge of traffic management from a Design point of view, hold Level 6 or Level 7 qualifications and significant relevant experience Able to travel to offices and sites across various areas Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. We look forward to seeing your application to join the
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join their team. As a key member of our clients team geotechnical department, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing ground engineering solutions for their clients. You will also have the opportunity to grow a design team and really progress with the business into management. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop geotechnical solutions for clients including foundation design and pile design. Collaborate with structural engineers to achieve cost-effective foundation solutions based on site-specific ground conditions. Assess site conditions, including ground contaminants and potential for heave. Prepare calculations, written reports, and check drawings. Develop site investigation briefs to meet design requirements. Assist with appointing and carrying out site investigations relevant to proposals. Visit sites as required. Support senior engineers. Person Specification: 18 months of geotechnical design experience preferred, but a raw graduate with a passion for geotechnics will be considered. Degree or higher in geotechnics or a related field. Ability to work in a fast-paced subcontracting environment. Strong technical writing and numerical modeling skills. Critical thinking skills and a passion for customer satisfaction.
11/03/2026
Full time
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join their team. As a key member of our clients team geotechnical department, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing ground engineering solutions for their clients. You will also have the opportunity to grow a design team and really progress with the business into management. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop geotechnical solutions for clients including foundation design and pile design. Collaborate with structural engineers to achieve cost-effective foundation solutions based on site-specific ground conditions. Assess site conditions, including ground contaminants and potential for heave. Prepare calculations, written reports, and check drawings. Develop site investigation briefs to meet design requirements. Assist with appointing and carrying out site investigations relevant to proposals. Visit sites as required. Support senior engineers. Person Specification: 18 months of geotechnical design experience preferred, but a raw graduate with a passion for geotechnics will be considered. Degree or higher in geotechnics or a related field. Ability to work in a fast-paced subcontracting environment. Strong technical writing and numerical modeling skills. Critical thinking skills and a passion for customer satisfaction.
We're looking for a Senior Traffic Management Designer to join our Design team based Nationwide. Our 100-strong Construction Engineering capability brings together a team of talented civil, structural and geotechnical engineers from a range of backgrounds, combining complex analysis, spatial design and an eye for the practical to deliver buildable solutions on site. We specialise in reimagining permanent designs to make them more buildable, designing temporary works and traffic management solutions, advising on the procedural management of temporary works, construction materials, ground engineering and surveying. Kier Design are a top-25 engineering consultancy, delivering a wide range of services across all sectors of the built environment, providing construction-focused, innovative and sustainable solutions. We have preferential access to Kier's £11bn+ project pipeline, including mega projects like High Speed 2 and Hinkley Point C, frameworks with national and local government and other public bodies, and a range of other interesting projects in every sector of the built environment. We believe in building teams around our people, rather than squeezing people into our teams, we want to help you carve out a role in which you'll grow and thrive for many years to come. Offering market-leading development opportunities, supporting our graduates through the early stages of their careers, enabling our people to become professionally qualified, providing management training and qualifications, and supporting ongoing technical development throughout our people's careers. Actively promoting, so you can keep pushing and stretching yourself. Within this role, you can enjoy competitive annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy leave, a fantastic, matched pension scheme, a share in the success you help to create by investing in Kier through our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans and even more Location : Nationwide Hours : 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Traffic Management Designer , you'll be working within the Construction Engineering team, supporting Kier in contributing to the delivery of a broad range of complex construction engineering services, leading the delivery of some services, providing solutions which are safe and buildable. Your day to day will include: Checking and approval of temporary traffic management (TTM) plans for low-speed and high-speed designs,design and checking of low speed TTM designs, producing of some high speed TTM designs, under appropriate supervision Assisting Principal TM Designer(s) with input to the following: Tender and bid winning support including outline design schemes, feasibility studies, production and evaluation of concepts; focussed on buildability, efficiency and innovation; enabling cost estimates to be developed, delivery of alternative solutions and value engineering, enhancing Kier's competitive position Technical assessment and review of 3 rd party designs, ensuring compliance with the brief to meet client and Kier requirements, provision of a technical help desk, providing engineering expertise and technical advice to support understanding; acting as a centre of engineering excellence, enhancing Kier's reputation for delivering engineered outcomes Resolution of technical project, construction and design issues, incidents, defects and failures; incident investigation, examining causes of failure, rectification analysis, review, advice and redesign, supporting the SHE Department, identification of technical risks and solutions to facilitate scoping, pricing, design and construction Site visits, surveys and inspections, reporting and advising on SHE issues; attending internal and external meetings on Kier's behalf; periodically working as an embedded part of tender and construction teams What are we looking for? This role of Senior Traffic Management Designer is great for you if: You have completed IEng Initial Professional Development (or CEng equivalent progress) with a relevant professional institutions (e.g. ICE) Knowledge of traffic management from a Design point of view, hold Level 6 or Level 7 qualifications and significant relevant experience Able to travel to offices and sites across various areas Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . We look forward to seeing your application to join the
11/03/2026
Full time
We're looking for a Senior Traffic Management Designer to join our Design team based Nationwide. Our 100-strong Construction Engineering capability brings together a team of talented civil, structural and geotechnical engineers from a range of backgrounds, combining complex analysis, spatial design and an eye for the practical to deliver buildable solutions on site. We specialise in reimagining permanent designs to make them more buildable, designing temporary works and traffic management solutions, advising on the procedural management of temporary works, construction materials, ground engineering and surveying. Kier Design are a top-25 engineering consultancy, delivering a wide range of services across all sectors of the built environment, providing construction-focused, innovative and sustainable solutions. We have preferential access to Kier's £11bn+ project pipeline, including mega projects like High Speed 2 and Hinkley Point C, frameworks with national and local government and other public bodies, and a range of other interesting projects in every sector of the built environment. We believe in building teams around our people, rather than squeezing people into our teams, we want to help you carve out a role in which you'll grow and thrive for many years to come. Offering market-leading development opportunities, supporting our graduates through the early stages of their careers, enabling our people to become professionally qualified, providing management training and qualifications, and supporting ongoing technical development throughout our people's careers. Actively promoting, so you can keep pushing and stretching yourself. Within this role, you can enjoy competitive annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy leave, a fantastic, matched pension scheme, a share in the success you help to create by investing in Kier through our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans and even more Location : Nationwide Hours : 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Traffic Management Designer , you'll be working within the Construction Engineering team, supporting Kier in contributing to the delivery of a broad range of complex construction engineering services, leading the delivery of some services, providing solutions which are safe and buildable. Your day to day will include: Checking and approval of temporary traffic management (TTM) plans for low-speed and high-speed designs,design and checking of low speed TTM designs, producing of some high speed TTM designs, under appropriate supervision Assisting Principal TM Designer(s) with input to the following: Tender and bid winning support including outline design schemes, feasibility studies, production and evaluation of concepts; focussed on buildability, efficiency and innovation; enabling cost estimates to be developed, delivery of alternative solutions and value engineering, enhancing Kier's competitive position Technical assessment and review of 3 rd party designs, ensuring compliance with the brief to meet client and Kier requirements, provision of a technical help desk, providing engineering expertise and technical advice to support understanding; acting as a centre of engineering excellence, enhancing Kier's reputation for delivering engineered outcomes Resolution of technical project, construction and design issues, incidents, defects and failures; incident investigation, examining causes of failure, rectification analysis, review, advice and redesign, supporting the SHE Department, identification of technical risks and solutions to facilitate scoping, pricing, design and construction Site visits, surveys and inspections, reporting and advising on SHE issues; attending internal and external meetings on Kier's behalf; periodically working as an embedded part of tender and construction teams What are we looking for? This role of Senior Traffic Management Designer is great for you if: You have completed IEng Initial Professional Development (or CEng equivalent progress) with a relevant professional institutions (e.g. ICE) Knowledge of traffic management from a Design point of view, hold Level 6 or Level 7 qualifications and significant relevant experience Able to travel to offices and sites across various areas Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . We look forward to seeing your application to join the
Graduate Building Surveyor/ Project Manager Building Surveying - Colchester, Essex About the role Our client is a growing and dynamic multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy, providing a wide range of services across the majority of industry sectors including commercial, health, education, defence, residential and community. Services include architecture, building surveying, building services engineering, planning, interior design, sustainability, civil and structural engineering, quantity surveying, project management, CDM and health and safety services. With offices nationwide, the plan is to open further sites in the future to develop the national service. A day at work is busy but great fun, we work hard, and we play hard. There is a huge emphasis on teams and working collaboratively both professionally and socially. We bring people together to improve the quality and sustainability of the built environment through our expert knowledge in delivering local solutions for global issues. A sentiment underpinned by our shared vision of solving global challenges one building at a time, and supported through our values; - We are progressive - We collaborate - We support - We take ownership You can expect Opportunities for flexible and remote working we understand a work life balance helps us all. Holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays with long service recognition and festive shutdown. Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment including in-house coaching and mentoring. Competitive salaries with regular review and benchmarking to ensure fair pay. We are a real living wage employer. Competitive Company Pension Scheme. Health cash plan scheme. Professional membership support Family policies Great office team building events and fully expensed seasonal social events. Cycle to work Scheme. On-site parking facilities (excluding London office) Season Ticket Loan (if applicable) Death in service benefit. Early Finish incentives when the Practice targets are hit. Additional leave allocated for volunteering (up to 2 days). Health & Mental Wellness Programs. Employee Referral Scheme. Employee working groups The Role: We are currently recruiting a Graduate Building Surveyor/ Project Manager to join our Building Surveying and Project Management Team in our Colchester office. The role will assist the team provide an efficient and effective Building Surveying and Project Management service to the Practice, and its clients. The role will provide an opportunity to help across both project-based Building Surveying and Project Management services, and will include preparing project documentation, undertaking surveys, design and specification, contract administration, monitoring construction works, and project management. Our Building Surveying and Project Management team has varying levels and types of experience. The team undertakes a mixture of work for Public Sector, Military, Police, Fire, Lifeboat, Education, Residential, Commercial, Health, and Arts / Culture clients. Please Note: This role may be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service, Baseline Personnel Security Standard, Counter Terrorist Check, Security Check, or Developed Vetting clearance. The selected candidate will Undertake surveys (including measured surveys) of buildings during the initial stages of construction projects refurbishment, maintenance, extension and new build. Preparing project documentation, for example the project execution plan, project programme, risk register, and the project directory. Work alongside and coordinating the input of other consultants working on a project whether internal or external. For example, mechanical and electrical engineers. Prepare specifications and documents to enable projects to be tendered and to gain accurate costs from contractors. Assist in preparation of any necessary building regulation or planning applications and monitor and deal with as necessary through discussions with the necessary authorities. Draw, design and specify varying sizes of projects. Assess tenders and make recommendations to clients. Chair and minute Project Progress Meetings. Undertake and record inspections of construction works. Control expenditure and ensure that schemes are completed within budget/on time. Ensure designs and specifications are checked and meet the highest level of accuracy and quality. Learn and utilise AutoCAD and Revit design computer-based packages. Learn and use NBS (National Building Specification) computer-based package, resulting in the ability to prepare specifications and documents to enable projects to be tendered and to gain accurate costs from contractors. Prepare Schedule of Works, Preliminaries, Cost Summaries, and other documents that can be used as tender documentation for Building Surveying projects. To learn process and gain thorough understanding of Building Regulations. Assist Project Managers on projects by attending site for Project Progress Meetings. Learn from Building Surveyors how to understand and clearly define clients expectations to provide advice, keep them informed of progress on projects and make them aware of technical and financial implications. Administer the construction contract, ensuring that acceptable quality standards of workmanship and performance are achieved. Check contractors valuations and authorise payments accordingly under the supervision of the Senior Building Surveyor. Learn how expenditure is controlled and how to ensure that schemes are completed within budget and on time. Understand how final accounts are agreed with Contractors. Be aware of reasons why specialist consultants may need to be appointed. Essential skills, experience, and attributes Degree in Building Surveying. Well-developed skills in the areas of design and specification, contract administration, and project management. Skills in the use of AutoCAD and NBS beneficial Well-organised, good communication skills, diligent, proactive, assertive, well-disciplined and commercially aware. Full driving license.
11/03/2026
Full time
Graduate Building Surveyor/ Project Manager Building Surveying - Colchester, Essex About the role Our client is a growing and dynamic multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy, providing a wide range of services across the majority of industry sectors including commercial, health, education, defence, residential and community. Services include architecture, building surveying, building services engineering, planning, interior design, sustainability, civil and structural engineering, quantity surveying, project management, CDM and health and safety services. With offices nationwide, the plan is to open further sites in the future to develop the national service. A day at work is busy but great fun, we work hard, and we play hard. There is a huge emphasis on teams and working collaboratively both professionally and socially. We bring people together to improve the quality and sustainability of the built environment through our expert knowledge in delivering local solutions for global issues. A sentiment underpinned by our shared vision of solving global challenges one building at a time, and supported through our values; - We are progressive - We collaborate - We support - We take ownership You can expect Opportunities for flexible and remote working we understand a work life balance helps us all. Holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays with long service recognition and festive shutdown. Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment including in-house coaching and mentoring. Competitive salaries with regular review and benchmarking to ensure fair pay. We are a real living wage employer. Competitive Company Pension Scheme. Health cash plan scheme. Professional membership support Family policies Great office team building events and fully expensed seasonal social events. Cycle to work Scheme. On-site parking facilities (excluding London office) Season Ticket Loan (if applicable) Death in service benefit. Early Finish incentives when the Practice targets are hit. Additional leave allocated for volunteering (up to 2 days). Health & Mental Wellness Programs. Employee Referral Scheme. Employee working groups The Role: We are currently recruiting a Graduate Building Surveyor/ Project Manager to join our Building Surveying and Project Management Team in our Colchester office. The role will assist the team provide an efficient and effective Building Surveying and Project Management service to the Practice, and its clients. The role will provide an opportunity to help across both project-based Building Surveying and Project Management services, and will include preparing project documentation, undertaking surveys, design and specification, contract administration, monitoring construction works, and project management. Our Building Surveying and Project Management team has varying levels and types of experience. The team undertakes a mixture of work for Public Sector, Military, Police, Fire, Lifeboat, Education, Residential, Commercial, Health, and Arts / Culture clients. Please Note: This role may be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service, Baseline Personnel Security Standard, Counter Terrorist Check, Security Check, or Developed Vetting clearance. The selected candidate will Undertake surveys (including measured surveys) of buildings during the initial stages of construction projects refurbishment, maintenance, extension and new build. Preparing project documentation, for example the project execution plan, project programme, risk register, and the project directory. Work alongside and coordinating the input of other consultants working on a project whether internal or external. For example, mechanical and electrical engineers. Prepare specifications and documents to enable projects to be tendered and to gain accurate costs from contractors. Assist in preparation of any necessary building regulation or planning applications and monitor and deal with as necessary through discussions with the necessary authorities. Draw, design and specify varying sizes of projects. Assess tenders and make recommendations to clients. Chair and minute Project Progress Meetings. Undertake and record inspections of construction works. Control expenditure and ensure that schemes are completed within budget/on time. Ensure designs and specifications are checked and meet the highest level of accuracy and quality. Learn and utilise AutoCAD and Revit design computer-based packages. Learn and use NBS (National Building Specification) computer-based package, resulting in the ability to prepare specifications and documents to enable projects to be tendered and to gain accurate costs from contractors. Prepare Schedule of Works, Preliminaries, Cost Summaries, and other documents that can be used as tender documentation for Building Surveying projects. To learn process and gain thorough understanding of Building Regulations. Assist Project Managers on projects by attending site for Project Progress Meetings. Learn from Building Surveyors how to understand and clearly define clients expectations to provide advice, keep them informed of progress on projects and make them aware of technical and financial implications. Administer the construction contract, ensuring that acceptable quality standards of workmanship and performance are achieved. Check contractors valuations and authorise payments accordingly under the supervision of the Senior Building Surveyor. Learn how expenditure is controlled and how to ensure that schemes are completed within budget and on time. Understand how final accounts are agreed with Contractors. Be aware of reasons why specialist consultants may need to be appointed. Essential skills, experience, and attributes Degree in Building Surveying. Well-developed skills in the areas of design and specification, contract administration, and project management. Skills in the use of AutoCAD and NBS beneficial Well-organised, good communication skills, diligent, proactive, assertive, well-disciplined and commercially aware. Full driving license.
Lead Electrical Engineer Stone, Staffordshire (Hybrid) Competitive Salary - Permanent VIQU has partnered with a leading systems integration company to recruit a Lead Electrical Engineer to drive critical E,C&I design and implementation projects within the energy sector. This high-impact role involves leading the design of PLC-based control panels, cabling solutions, MCCs, Drives & Controls, and Switchgear for highly regulated industrial environments, focusing on thermal and hydro power generation. The engineer will lead a team, ensure compliance, and oversee the full project life cycle from site survey to commissioning. Key Responsibilities: Lead and drive the hardware/electrical engineering team, reviewing and approving all designs. Ensure team compliance to agreed procedures, methods, and engineering standards. Interpret customer data and specifications to lead/produce system designs. Lead the creation/modification of Design Packs (GAs, schematics, wiring diagrams, site cable drawings). Produce all required client documentation: FDS, Test Documentation, Manuals. Lead site surveys and support Site Acceptance Testing/Commissioning. Support tender document production and cost estimates. Key Requirements: Proven experience as a Lead/Senior Electrical Engineer on large-scale E, C & I design and implementation projects, ideally within the energy market (thermal/hydro) or similar utilities. Expertise in control panel design (PLC, I/O, Comms cards, UPS) and field cabling systems, including surveying and performing cable calculations for sizing and earthing/protection. Educated to at least degree level in a relevant subject or HND with significant post-graduate experience (5 years post-degree or 6 years post-HND). Proficiency with engineering tools including AutoCAD, Word, and Excel. Strong understanding of the Full Project Lifecycle and ability to apply a methodical approach to customer requirements. Must hold a current full driving licence (UK or easily convertible). Desirable: Experience with PLC platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider), BSth Edition, or Functional Safety (IEC 61508). Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Lead Electrical Engineer Stone, Staffordshire (Hybrid) Competitive Salary - Permanent
11/03/2026
Full time
Lead Electrical Engineer Stone, Staffordshire (Hybrid) Competitive Salary - Permanent VIQU has partnered with a leading systems integration company to recruit a Lead Electrical Engineer to drive critical E,C&I design and implementation projects within the energy sector. This high-impact role involves leading the design of PLC-based control panels, cabling solutions, MCCs, Drives & Controls, and Switchgear for highly regulated industrial environments, focusing on thermal and hydro power generation. The engineer will lead a team, ensure compliance, and oversee the full project life cycle from site survey to commissioning. Key Responsibilities: Lead and drive the hardware/electrical engineering team, reviewing and approving all designs. Ensure team compliance to agreed procedures, methods, and engineering standards. Interpret customer data and specifications to lead/produce system designs. Lead the creation/modification of Design Packs (GAs, schematics, wiring diagrams, site cable drawings). Produce all required client documentation: FDS, Test Documentation, Manuals. Lead site surveys and support Site Acceptance Testing/Commissioning. Support tender document production and cost estimates. Key Requirements: Proven experience as a Lead/Senior Electrical Engineer on large-scale E, C & I design and implementation projects, ideally within the energy market (thermal/hydro) or similar utilities. Expertise in control panel design (PLC, I/O, Comms cards, UPS) and field cabling systems, including surveying and performing cable calculations for sizing and earthing/protection. Educated to at least degree level in a relevant subject or HND with significant post-graduate experience (5 years post-degree or 6 years post-HND). Proficiency with engineering tools including AutoCAD, Word, and Excel. Strong understanding of the Full Project Lifecycle and ability to apply a methodical approach to customer requirements. Must hold a current full driving licence (UK or easily convertible). Desirable: Experience with PLC platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider), BSth Edition, or Functional Safety (IEC 61508). Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Lead Electrical Engineer Stone, Staffordshire (Hybrid) Competitive Salary - Permanent
We're looking for a Senior Temporary Works Advisor to join our Design team based in Leeds, Liverpool, Speke and Salford. Our 100-strong Construction Engineering capability brings together a team of talented civil, structural and geotechnical engineers from a range of backgrounds, combining complex analysis, spatial design and an eye for the practical to deliver buildable solutions on site. We specialise in reimagining permanent designs to make them more buildable, designing temporary works and traffic management solutions, advising on the procedural management of temporary works, construction materials, ground engineering and surveying. Kier Design are a top-25 engineering consultancy, delivering a wide range of services across all sectors of the built environment, providing construction-focused, innovative and sustainable solutions. We have preferential access to Kier's 11bn+ project pipeline, including mega projects like High Speed 2 and Hinkley Point C, frameworks with national and local government and other public bodies, and a range of other interesting projects in every sector of the built environment. We believe in building teams around our people, rather than squeezing people into our teams, we want to help you carve out a role in which you'll grow and thrive for many years to come. Offering market-leading development opportunities, supporting our graduates through the early stages of their careers, enabling our people to become professionally qualified, providing management training and qualifications, and supporting ongoing technical development throughout our people's careers. Actively promoting, so you can keep pushing and stretching yourself. Within this role, you can enjoy competitive annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy leave, a fantastic, matched pension scheme, a share in the success you help to create by investing in Kier through our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans and even more Location : Leeds, Liverpool, Speke and Salford Hours : 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Temporary Works Advisor you'll be working within the Construction Engineering team, supporting Kier in contributing to the delivery of a broad range of complex construction engineering services, leading the delivery of some services, providing solutions which are safe and buildable. Your day to day will include: Advising TWCs, Business Unit DIs and business stream DIs (according to role) on the effective implementation of the group Temporary Works standard and associated guidance, complementing the role of SHE Advisor / Manager and Director Providing technical and practical advice on specific areas of temporary works design and implementing in accordance with own level of competency, drawing on the knowledge and experience of other KPS staff as required Undertaking formal and informal TW compliance audits of projects and frameworks on behalf of Business Unit DIs, recording findings (via Novade) supporting identification of trends and improvements Tender and bid winning support including outline design schemes, feasibility studies, production and evaluation of concepts; focussed on buildability, efficiency and innovation; enabling cost estimates to be developed Delivery of alternative solutions and value engineering, enhancing Kier's competitive position Design management advice and coordination to support bid winning and project delivery, including acting as lead designer on projects requiring multidisciplinary teams or where Kier are required to take lead consultant role What are we looking for? This role of Senior Temporary Works Advisor is great for you if: Incorporated member of a relevant professional institutions (e.g. IEng MICE) and significant practical industry relevant experience Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. We look forward to seeing your application to join the
11/03/2026
Full time
We're looking for a Senior Temporary Works Advisor to join our Design team based in Leeds, Liverpool, Speke and Salford. Our 100-strong Construction Engineering capability brings together a team of talented civil, structural and geotechnical engineers from a range of backgrounds, combining complex analysis, spatial design and an eye for the practical to deliver buildable solutions on site. We specialise in reimagining permanent designs to make them more buildable, designing temporary works and traffic management solutions, advising on the procedural management of temporary works, construction materials, ground engineering and surveying. Kier Design are a top-25 engineering consultancy, delivering a wide range of services across all sectors of the built environment, providing construction-focused, innovative and sustainable solutions. We have preferential access to Kier's 11bn+ project pipeline, including mega projects like High Speed 2 and Hinkley Point C, frameworks with national and local government and other public bodies, and a range of other interesting projects in every sector of the built environment. We believe in building teams around our people, rather than squeezing people into our teams, we want to help you carve out a role in which you'll grow and thrive for many years to come. Offering market-leading development opportunities, supporting our graduates through the early stages of their careers, enabling our people to become professionally qualified, providing management training and qualifications, and supporting ongoing technical development throughout our people's careers. Actively promoting, so you can keep pushing and stretching yourself. Within this role, you can enjoy competitive annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy leave, a fantastic, matched pension scheme, a share in the success you help to create by investing in Kier through our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans and even more Location : Leeds, Liverpool, Speke and Salford Hours : 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Temporary Works Advisor you'll be working within the Construction Engineering team, supporting Kier in contributing to the delivery of a broad range of complex construction engineering services, leading the delivery of some services, providing solutions which are safe and buildable. Your day to day will include: Advising TWCs, Business Unit DIs and business stream DIs (according to role) on the effective implementation of the group Temporary Works standard and associated guidance, complementing the role of SHE Advisor / Manager and Director Providing technical and practical advice on specific areas of temporary works design and implementing in accordance with own level of competency, drawing on the knowledge and experience of other KPS staff as required Undertaking formal and informal TW compliance audits of projects and frameworks on behalf of Business Unit DIs, recording findings (via Novade) supporting identification of trends and improvements Tender and bid winning support including outline design schemes, feasibility studies, production and evaluation of concepts; focussed on buildability, efficiency and innovation; enabling cost estimates to be developed Delivery of alternative solutions and value engineering, enhancing Kier's competitive position Design management advice and coordination to support bid winning and project delivery, including acting as lead designer on projects requiring multidisciplinary teams or where Kier are required to take lead consultant role What are we looking for? This role of Senior Temporary Works Advisor is great for you if: Incorporated member of a relevant professional institutions (e.g. IEng MICE) and significant practical industry relevant experience Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. We look forward to seeing your application to join the
Description We have an exciting opportunity for you to join a highly skilled team delivering projects across the Edinburgh region. As a Site Engineer, you will support the technical delivery of these RC frame and groundworks projects. You will have a flair for technical complexity and detail, with a core motivation to engage with, innovate and inspire the teams around you. As an integral part of the operations team, your role will be key to the successful delivery of our projects. Careys Engineers, work as part of a team interpreting engineering information and conveying this to the workforce, to ensure delivery of the project to programme and budget. What you will be doing: Health and Safety, Environment and Sustainability: Basic understanding of HSES regulations and good practice and ability to communicate to others Participates in delivering project Health, Safety, Environmental and Sustainability targets Project and Team Management: Mentors/coaches Graduate, Assistant and Apprentice Engineers Construction Methodology: Keeps a site diary, sharing this information with the site team and contributing to knowledge capture, share initiative Ability to access and interpret engineering information and effectively communicate with the site team, by way of mark-ups, sketches, calculations, or within their setting out of the works Provides feedback to the site team on the performance of all project elements, including materials, contractors and designs Engineering Information, Design Coordination, and process: Ability to interrogate design information, to determine if the information is suitable to be included in the works, and to write RFIs and TQs to resolve discrepancies within inadequate engineering information. Ensures that engineering information being used on site is current and of construction status, updating files as required Setting out, Dimensional Control: Provides dimensional control for an area of the works, ensuring that surveying instrumentation used is within calibration. Produces as built surveying compliance checks for an area of the works, ensuring the results are presented in a format suitable to be included in the project records. Establishes and maintains control from primary control, carrying out checks to the control provided by others and communicating control information to the team Able to manage the survey equipment being used on the project Quality Management: Assists in delivery of Quality Plan and Assurance targets relevant to the project Carries out site quality inspections, resolving minor Quality issues as raised by Clients team or self and records on appropriate Quality Plan documentation and files for retrieval Able to interpret specification requirements, produce and work to ITPs Produces, maintains and closes out Permits to Work to the project requirements Procurement of materials and plant, logistics: Provides quantity information and carries out material call offs and requisitions, measurement of material usage/reconciliation Assists with logistics planning and scheduling Temporary Works: Assists the TWC with TW inspections by taking on duty of TW inspector/supervisor Checks and communicates that all TW within work area have been applied to the TW procedure Programme, Scope of Works, Commercial: - Commercially aware, and raises possible variations and changes with Senior or Commercial team members prior to construction - Works to site and contract program What you will bring: You will possess a qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Structural Engineering to HNC level or above A track record of delivering setting out and engineering processes on concrete frame projects. Ability to use CAD software for data transfer to/from single person working kit EDM preferable Highly competent in surveying and setting out techniques and able to teach others. Experience in managing and mentoring Graduate and Apprentice engineers Benefits 26 days holiday plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Car Allowance Company Pension Volunteering Days - With Careys Foundation - or other organisations that are important to you Health Care Cashplan Cycle to work scheme Car Leasing Scheme Discounted Gym Membership Life Assurance Buy/sell holidays Other discounts and Cashback plans
11/03/2026
Full time
Description We have an exciting opportunity for you to join a highly skilled team delivering projects across the Edinburgh region. As a Site Engineer, you will support the technical delivery of these RC frame and groundworks projects. You will have a flair for technical complexity and detail, with a core motivation to engage with, innovate and inspire the teams around you. As an integral part of the operations team, your role will be key to the successful delivery of our projects. Careys Engineers, work as part of a team interpreting engineering information and conveying this to the workforce, to ensure delivery of the project to programme and budget. What you will be doing: Health and Safety, Environment and Sustainability: Basic understanding of HSES regulations and good practice and ability to communicate to others Participates in delivering project Health, Safety, Environmental and Sustainability targets Project and Team Management: Mentors/coaches Graduate, Assistant and Apprentice Engineers Construction Methodology: Keeps a site diary, sharing this information with the site team and contributing to knowledge capture, share initiative Ability to access and interpret engineering information and effectively communicate with the site team, by way of mark-ups, sketches, calculations, or within their setting out of the works Provides feedback to the site team on the performance of all project elements, including materials, contractors and designs Engineering Information, Design Coordination, and process: Ability to interrogate design information, to determine if the information is suitable to be included in the works, and to write RFIs and TQs to resolve discrepancies within inadequate engineering information. Ensures that engineering information being used on site is current and of construction status, updating files as required Setting out, Dimensional Control: Provides dimensional control for an area of the works, ensuring that surveying instrumentation used is within calibration. Produces as built surveying compliance checks for an area of the works, ensuring the results are presented in a format suitable to be included in the project records. Establishes and maintains control from primary control, carrying out checks to the control provided by others and communicating control information to the team Able to manage the survey equipment being used on the project Quality Management: Assists in delivery of Quality Plan and Assurance targets relevant to the project Carries out site quality inspections, resolving minor Quality issues as raised by Clients team or self and records on appropriate Quality Plan documentation and files for retrieval Able to interpret specification requirements, produce and work to ITPs Produces, maintains and closes out Permits to Work to the project requirements Procurement of materials and plant, logistics: Provides quantity information and carries out material call offs and requisitions, measurement of material usage/reconciliation Assists with logistics planning and scheduling Temporary Works: Assists the TWC with TW inspections by taking on duty of TW inspector/supervisor Checks and communicates that all TW within work area have been applied to the TW procedure Programme, Scope of Works, Commercial: - Commercially aware, and raises possible variations and changes with Senior or Commercial team members prior to construction - Works to site and contract program What you will bring: You will possess a qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Structural Engineering to HNC level or above A track record of delivering setting out and engineering processes on concrete frame projects. Ability to use CAD software for data transfer to/from single person working kit EDM preferable Highly competent in surveying and setting out techniques and able to teach others. Experience in managing and mentoring Graduate and Apprentice engineers Benefits 26 days holiday plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Car Allowance Company Pension Volunteering Days - With Careys Foundation - or other organisations that are important to you Health Care Cashplan Cycle to work scheme Car Leasing Scheme Discounted Gym Membership Life Assurance Buy/sell holidays Other discounts and Cashback plans
We're looking for a Senior Temporary Works Advisor to join our Design team based in Leeds, Liverpool, Speke and Salford. Our 100-strong Construction Engineering capability brings together a team of talented civil, structural and geotechnical engineers from a range of backgrounds, combining complex analysis, spatial design and an eye for the practical to deliver buildable solutions on site. We specialise in reimagining permanent designs to make them more buildable, designing temporary works and traffic management solutions, advising on the procedural management of temporary works, construction materials, ground engineering and surveying. Kier Design are a top-25 engineering consultancy, delivering a wide range of services across all sectors of the built environment, providing construction-focused, innovative and sustainable solutions. We have preferential access to Kier's £11bn+ project pipeline, including mega projects like High Speed 2 and Hinkley Point C, frameworks with national and local government and other public bodies, and a range of other interesting projects in every sector of the built environment. We believe in building teams around our people, rather than squeezing people into our teams, we want to help you carve out a role in which you'll grow and thrive for many years to come. Offering market-leading development opportunities, supporting our graduates through the early stages of their careers, enabling our people to become professionally qualified, providing management training and qualifications, and supporting ongoing technical development throughout our people's careers. Actively promoting, so you can keep pushing and stretching yourself. Within this role, you can enjoy competitive annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy leave, a fantastic, matched pension scheme, a share in the success you help to create by investing in Kier through our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans and even more Location : Leeds, Liverpool, Speke and Salford Hours : 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Temporary Works Advisor you'll be working within the Construction Engineering team, supporting Kier in contributing to the delivery of a broad range of complex construction engineering services, leading the delivery of some services, providing solutions which are safe and buildable. Your day to day will include: Advising TWCs, Business Unit DIs and business stream DIs (according to role) on the effective implementation of the group Temporary Works standard and associated guidance, complementing the role of SHE Advisor / Manager and Director Providing technical and practical advice on specific areas of temporary works design and implementing in accordance with own level of competency, drawing on the knowledge and experience of other KPS staff as required Undertaking formal and informal TW compliance audits of projects and frameworks on behalf of Business Unit DIs, recording findings (via Novade) supporting identification of trends and improvements Tender and bid winning support including outline design schemes, feasibility studies, production and evaluation of concepts; focussed on buildability, efficiency and innovation; enabling cost estimates to be developed Delivery of alternative solutions and value engineering, enhancing Kier's competitive position Design management advice and coordination to support bid winning and project delivery, including acting as lead designer on projects requiring multidisciplinary teams or where Kier are required to take lead consultant role What are we looking for? This role of Senior Temporary Works Advisor is great for you if: Incorporated member of a relevant professional institutions (e.g. IEng MICE) and significant practical industry relevant experience Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . We look forward to seeing your application to join the
11/03/2026
Full time
We're looking for a Senior Temporary Works Advisor to join our Design team based in Leeds, Liverpool, Speke and Salford. Our 100-strong Construction Engineering capability brings together a team of talented civil, structural and geotechnical engineers from a range of backgrounds, combining complex analysis, spatial design and an eye for the practical to deliver buildable solutions on site. We specialise in reimagining permanent designs to make them more buildable, designing temporary works and traffic management solutions, advising on the procedural management of temporary works, construction materials, ground engineering and surveying. Kier Design are a top-25 engineering consultancy, delivering a wide range of services across all sectors of the built environment, providing construction-focused, innovative and sustainable solutions. We have preferential access to Kier's £11bn+ project pipeline, including mega projects like High Speed 2 and Hinkley Point C, frameworks with national and local government and other public bodies, and a range of other interesting projects in every sector of the built environment. We believe in building teams around our people, rather than squeezing people into our teams, we want to help you carve out a role in which you'll grow and thrive for many years to come. Offering market-leading development opportunities, supporting our graduates through the early stages of their careers, enabling our people to become professionally qualified, providing management training and qualifications, and supporting ongoing technical development throughout our people's careers. Actively promoting, so you can keep pushing and stretching yourself. Within this role, you can enjoy competitive annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy leave, a fantastic, matched pension scheme, a share in the success you help to create by investing in Kier through our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans and even more Location : Leeds, Liverpool, Speke and Salford Hours : 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Temporary Works Advisor you'll be working within the Construction Engineering team, supporting Kier in contributing to the delivery of a broad range of complex construction engineering services, leading the delivery of some services, providing solutions which are safe and buildable. Your day to day will include: Advising TWCs, Business Unit DIs and business stream DIs (according to role) on the effective implementation of the group Temporary Works standard and associated guidance, complementing the role of SHE Advisor / Manager and Director Providing technical and practical advice on specific areas of temporary works design and implementing in accordance with own level of competency, drawing on the knowledge and experience of other KPS staff as required Undertaking formal and informal TW compliance audits of projects and frameworks on behalf of Business Unit DIs, recording findings (via Novade) supporting identification of trends and improvements Tender and bid winning support including outline design schemes, feasibility studies, production and evaluation of concepts; focussed on buildability, efficiency and innovation; enabling cost estimates to be developed Delivery of alternative solutions and value engineering, enhancing Kier's competitive position Design management advice and coordination to support bid winning and project delivery, including acting as lead designer on projects requiring multidisciplinary teams or where Kier are required to take lead consultant role What are we looking for? This role of Senior Temporary Works Advisor is great for you if: Incorporated member of a relevant professional institutions (e.g. IEng MICE) and significant practical industry relevant experience Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . We look forward to seeing your application to join the
Principal Civil Design Engineer - Water Location: Manchester Job Type: Permanent Salary: 70-75k About the Role We're looking for a Principal Civil Design Engineer to lead the delivery of innovative, safe, and sustainable civil engineering solutions across the water sector. In this senior role, you'll be responsible for overseeing design standards, guiding technical delivery, and mentoring a talented team of engineers and technicians. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape water infrastructure projects that make a real difference to communities, while developing your leadership and technical influence. Key Responsibilities Lead and approve the delivery of design outputs, including reports, drawings, DRAs, and specifications. Identify and communicate efficient design solutions from scopes and site visits. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and technical standards across all deliverables. Provide technical guidance throughout project lifecycles - from tender to completion. Act as Responsible Engineer (CRE) or Professional Head for specific projects. Support the development of junior engineers, graduates, and CAD technicians. Manage change within design packages, ensuring accurate implementation and documentation. Attend and present at ALM and KM meetings. Contribute to continuous improvement of design standards and best practices. What We're Looking For Required: At least 10 years' experience in civil design within the regulated water industry. Proven leadership at Senior or Principal Engineer level. Strong understanding of hydraulics. Degree or HND in Civil Engineering or similar. Chartered Engineer status (CEng). Proficiency in IT tools relevant to design engineering. Desirable: Experience in both clean and wastewater design. Familiarity with infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. Awareness of construction methods and materials. Knowledge of Engineering Drawing Practices. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Key Skills Strong technical knowledge in civil design. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Results-oriented, with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes. Effective problem-solving and decision-making. Committed to continuous personal and professional development. Ability to mentor and support team growth. Why Join Us? Generous pension scheme - 9% total contribution Excellent holiday package - 23 days annual leave + 8 public holidays Flexible working - Start between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM to suit your lifestyle Free on-site gym - Stay fit without the extra cost Fresh fruit in the office - Small perks that make a difference Exclusive benefits - Access lifestyle perks through Circular Benefits platform If you're a motivated engineering leader ready to drive impactful design solutions in the water sector, we'd love to hear from you.
10/03/2026
Full time
Principal Civil Design Engineer - Water Location: Manchester Job Type: Permanent Salary: 70-75k About the Role We're looking for a Principal Civil Design Engineer to lead the delivery of innovative, safe, and sustainable civil engineering solutions across the water sector. In this senior role, you'll be responsible for overseeing design standards, guiding technical delivery, and mentoring a talented team of engineers and technicians. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape water infrastructure projects that make a real difference to communities, while developing your leadership and technical influence. Key Responsibilities Lead and approve the delivery of design outputs, including reports, drawings, DRAs, and specifications. Identify and communicate efficient design solutions from scopes and site visits. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and technical standards across all deliverables. Provide technical guidance throughout project lifecycles - from tender to completion. Act as Responsible Engineer (CRE) or Professional Head for specific projects. Support the development of junior engineers, graduates, and CAD technicians. Manage change within design packages, ensuring accurate implementation and documentation. Attend and present at ALM and KM meetings. Contribute to continuous improvement of design standards and best practices. What We're Looking For Required: At least 10 years' experience in civil design within the regulated water industry. Proven leadership at Senior or Principal Engineer level. Strong understanding of hydraulics. Degree or HND in Civil Engineering or similar. Chartered Engineer status (CEng). Proficiency in IT tools relevant to design engineering. Desirable: Experience in both clean and wastewater design. Familiarity with infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. Awareness of construction methods and materials. Knowledge of Engineering Drawing Practices. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Key Skills Strong technical knowledge in civil design. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Results-oriented, with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes. Effective problem-solving and decision-making. Committed to continuous personal and professional development. Ability to mentor and support team growth. Why Join Us? Generous pension scheme - 9% total contribution Excellent holiday package - 23 days annual leave + 8 public holidays Flexible working - Start between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM to suit your lifestyle Free on-site gym - Stay fit without the extra cost Fresh fruit in the office - Small perks that make a difference Exclusive benefits - Access lifestyle perks through Circular Benefits platform If you're a motivated engineering leader ready to drive impactful design solutions in the water sector, we'd love to hear from you.
Graduate Building Services Manager Are you ready to launch your career in the world of Construction? Join McLaughlin & Harvey, one of the UK and Ireland s leading building and civil engineering contractors, on our Graduate Development Programme What s in it for you? Structured 18 month programme with dedicated mentoring and clear progression routes Hands-on experience across major construction and infrastructure projects Opportunity to complete an Institute of Leadership and Management qualification Competitive salary & benefits package Be part of a team that lives by its core values: Commitment, Collaboration and Caring What to expect: As a graduate, you ll be at the heart of the project, gaining invaluable hands-on experience for you to thrive in an evolving industry. During the programme you will have the opportunity to: Assist the BSM s to ensure all Building services needs are met, reflected in the building and fabric with information delivered in good time. Work with BSM s to Manage the Design, Drawings and approvals process in line with programme. Supporting Planning teams in making sure building services are fully integrated into the delivery programme and execution plans. Help to support Site management and Health and Safety teams with review of method statements and safe systems of work. Assisting BSM s to monitor progress against targets and assisting the project management team with making sure specialist contractors resource and approach the project as needed. Attending client progress meetings where appropriate. Manage all document control relating to drawings and specifications, including maintaining up to date registers, and ensuring that such documents are timeously issued to all persons, parties and subcontractors, liaising with the Document Control team. Support the line manager in monitoring quality specification compliance is achieved first time. Build Health & Safety awareness to eliminate health and safety risks in the design and financial risks during construction. Who we re looking for: Qualifications Applicants should have/be working towards a minimum of one of the following or equivalent: BTEC in Building Services Engineering, Operations and Maintenance Engineering Electrical or Mechanical Building Services to HNC / HND level Degree in Building Services Engineering Essential Be willing to travel and work away from home within the UK Sound Commercial Awareness Excellent communication & negotiation skills High levels of organisational skills Ability to meet deadlines Excellent numerical, IT and problem-solving skills Ability to work on initiative with minimum supervision Don t just start a job - start a career with McLaughlin & Harvey. Join us on our journey to McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work.
10/03/2026
Full time
Graduate Building Services Manager Are you ready to launch your career in the world of Construction? Join McLaughlin & Harvey, one of the UK and Ireland s leading building and civil engineering contractors, on our Graduate Development Programme What s in it for you? Structured 18 month programme with dedicated mentoring and clear progression routes Hands-on experience across major construction and infrastructure projects Opportunity to complete an Institute of Leadership and Management qualification Competitive salary & benefits package Be part of a team that lives by its core values: Commitment, Collaboration and Caring What to expect: As a graduate, you ll be at the heart of the project, gaining invaluable hands-on experience for you to thrive in an evolving industry. During the programme you will have the opportunity to: Assist the BSM s to ensure all Building services needs are met, reflected in the building and fabric with information delivered in good time. Work with BSM s to Manage the Design, Drawings and approvals process in line with programme. Supporting Planning teams in making sure building services are fully integrated into the delivery programme and execution plans. Help to support Site management and Health and Safety teams with review of method statements and safe systems of work. Assisting BSM s to monitor progress against targets and assisting the project management team with making sure specialist contractors resource and approach the project as needed. Attending client progress meetings where appropriate. Manage all document control relating to drawings and specifications, including maintaining up to date registers, and ensuring that such documents are timeously issued to all persons, parties and subcontractors, liaising with the Document Control team. Support the line manager in monitoring quality specification compliance is achieved first time. Build Health & Safety awareness to eliminate health and safety risks in the design and financial risks during construction. Who we re looking for: Qualifications Applicants should have/be working towards a minimum of one of the following or equivalent: BTEC in Building Services Engineering, Operations and Maintenance Engineering Electrical or Mechanical Building Services to HNC / HND level Degree in Building Services Engineering Essential Be willing to travel and work away from home within the UK Sound Commercial Awareness Excellent communication & negotiation skills High levels of organisational skills Ability to meet deadlines Excellent numerical, IT and problem-solving skills Ability to work on initiative with minimum supervision Don t just start a job - start a career with McLaughlin & Harvey. Join us on our journey to McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work.
Principal Electrical Design Engineer- Building Services Consultancy / Building Services / Principal Electrical Design Engineer / MEP This is an exciting opportunity to join an established but growing consultancy for a 3/6 month contract My client is an innovative, forward thinking building services consultancy, specialising in providing inspiring design, and advisory services to a wide range of sectors such as industrial, general, health, defence commercial and residential. My client is looking for someone who is enthused by an aim to deliver the best outcome, is technically competent and who can lead and own end to end project management and act as a strong client interface. Responsibilities You will take responsibility for design delivery and own the quality of work that your team produces. Working alongside other Principal Engineers and Directors , facing clients, responding to client needs, developing and producing reports, specifications, undertaking site inspections and overseeing testing and commissioning activities, following legislation, standards and all health and safety, quality and environmental company policies and procedures. To perform electrical engineering design and oversee and organise the work performed by others in your team. To act as electrical discipline lead for projects and be responsible for the resourcing and quality of output produced for the project. To provide technical leadership and support professional development of engineers within the electrical team. Delivery from drawing practices to document control and management. To prepare and present designs, reports, calculations, and specifications. To conduct technical review of projects. Attending and/or arranging attendance to site, preparing clear and concise reports to summarise findings. To support Directors in financial control of projects. Skills and Experience Required Ideally degree qualified Previous consultancy experience of a minimum of 10 years demonstrating a successful career trajectory over the years. Excellent technical knowledge in Electrical Design Engineering Ideally electrical design including administration, drawing and project document preparation (ability to do and also to delegate to others) A good understanding of multi-disciplinary projects to coordinate/manage/undertake. Experience of Site inspection, witness testing and supervision of contractors. Ability to mentor and supervise graduates, engineers and senior engineers. Demonstrable track record of managing, leading and successfully delivering projects in an engineering design consultancy. Understanding of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health Engineering (MEP) and interdisciplinary design through all stages of the design process.
10/03/2026
Full time
Principal Electrical Design Engineer- Building Services Consultancy / Building Services / Principal Electrical Design Engineer / MEP This is an exciting opportunity to join an established but growing consultancy for a 3/6 month contract My client is an innovative, forward thinking building services consultancy, specialising in providing inspiring design, and advisory services to a wide range of sectors such as industrial, general, health, defence commercial and residential. My client is looking for someone who is enthused by an aim to deliver the best outcome, is technically competent and who can lead and own end to end project management and act as a strong client interface. Responsibilities You will take responsibility for design delivery and own the quality of work that your team produces. Working alongside other Principal Engineers and Directors , facing clients, responding to client needs, developing and producing reports, specifications, undertaking site inspections and overseeing testing and commissioning activities, following legislation, standards and all health and safety, quality and environmental company policies and procedures. To perform electrical engineering design and oversee and organise the work performed by others in your team. To act as electrical discipline lead for projects and be responsible for the resourcing and quality of output produced for the project. To provide technical leadership and support professional development of engineers within the electrical team. Delivery from drawing practices to document control and management. To prepare and present designs, reports, calculations, and specifications. To conduct technical review of projects. Attending and/or arranging attendance to site, preparing clear and concise reports to summarise findings. To support Directors in financial control of projects. Skills and Experience Required Ideally degree qualified Previous consultancy experience of a minimum of 10 years demonstrating a successful career trajectory over the years. Excellent technical knowledge in Electrical Design Engineering Ideally electrical design including administration, drawing and project document preparation (ability to do and also to delegate to others) A good understanding of multi-disciplinary projects to coordinate/manage/undertake. Experience of Site inspection, witness testing and supervision of contractors. Ability to mentor and supervise graduates, engineers and senior engineers. Demonstrable track record of managing, leading and successfully delivering projects in an engineering design consultancy. Understanding of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health Engineering (MEP) and interdisciplinary design through all stages of the design process.
Adrian Fisher Associates
Henley-on-thames, Oxfordshire
A growing multidisciplinary consultancy is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to help build and lead a new structural engineering function. This opportunity would suit a someone who wants more autonomy and the chance to shape and grow a department. The Role • As Senior Structural Engineer, you will lead structural design across new build, refurbishment and alteration projects • The Senior Structural Engineer will produce structural calculations, drawings and technical reports • Carry out site inspections and advise on defects and remedial solutions • Work closely with architects, surveyors and contractors throughout project delivery • Support internal teams and help develop systems, processes and standards as the Senior Structural Engineer About You • Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE or MIStructE) • MEng or MSc in Structural or Civil Engineering • 4+ years post-graduate design experience working as a Structural or Senior Structural Engineer • Strong technical knowledge with relevant structural design software • Confident communicator with a proactive and commercial mindset expected of someone in this position Package • Circa £70,000 + bonus • 25 days holiday + bank holidays • Pension • Hybrid working with 1 day in the office • Genuine opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer to shape and grow a new structural engineering function If you are a Senior Structural Engineer looking for more ownership, influence and progression, this could be an excellent next step.
09/03/2026
Full time
A growing multidisciplinary consultancy is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to help build and lead a new structural engineering function. This opportunity would suit a someone who wants more autonomy and the chance to shape and grow a department. The Role • As Senior Structural Engineer, you will lead structural design across new build, refurbishment and alteration projects • The Senior Structural Engineer will produce structural calculations, drawings and technical reports • Carry out site inspections and advise on defects and remedial solutions • Work closely with architects, surveyors and contractors throughout project delivery • Support internal teams and help develop systems, processes and standards as the Senior Structural Engineer About You • Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE or MIStructE) • MEng or MSc in Structural or Civil Engineering • 4+ years post-graduate design experience working as a Structural or Senior Structural Engineer • Strong technical knowledge with relevant structural design software • Confident communicator with a proactive and commercial mindset expected of someone in this position Package • Circa £70,000 + bonus • 25 days holiday + bank holidays • Pension • Hybrid working with 1 day in the office • Genuine opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer to shape and grow a new structural engineering function If you are a Senior Structural Engineer looking for more ownership, influence and progression, this could be an excellent next step.
Graduate Building Surveyor / Project Manager Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Job Type: Full Time Permanent A well-established and growing multi-disciplinary consultancy is looking to recruit a Graduate Building Surveyor / Project Manager to join their Building Surveying and Project Management team based in Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career Building Surveyor to develop their career within a supportive environment, gaining exposure across both Building Surveying and Project Management services. You will work across a diverse range of projects within sectors including public sector, education, residential, commercial, emergency services, defence, healthcare and cultural buildings, supporting senior professionals and gaining hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle. The Role The successful candidate will support the delivery of both project-based Building Surveying and Project Management services, including: • Undertaking building surveys, including measured surveys • Preparing project documentation including project programmes, execution plans and risk registers • Assisting with design, drawings and specifications • Preparing tender documentation and schedules of works • Coordinating with consultants including mechanical and electrical engineers • Supporting the preparation of planning and building regulation submissions • Assisting with tender assessments and contractor selection • Attending and supporting project progress meetings • Carrying out site inspections and monitoring construction works • Assisting with contract administration • Supporting the monitoring of project budgets and expenditure • Learning to prepare cost summaries, preliminaries and specification documents • Supporting project managers with delivery of projects to programme and budget The role offers excellent exposure to design, contract administration, project management and technical surveying work. Requirements • Degree in Building Surveying • Strong communication and organisational skills • Ability to work both independently and within a team • Proactive, motivated and commercially aware • Interest in design, construction and project management • Knowledge of AutoCAD and NBS beneficial • Full UK driving licence
06/03/2026
Full time
Graduate Building Surveyor / Project Manager Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Job Type: Full Time Permanent A well-established and growing multi-disciplinary consultancy is looking to recruit a Graduate Building Surveyor / Project Manager to join their Building Surveying and Project Management team based in Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career Building Surveyor to develop their career within a supportive environment, gaining exposure across both Building Surveying and Project Management services. You will work across a diverse range of projects within sectors including public sector, education, residential, commercial, emergency services, defence, healthcare and cultural buildings, supporting senior professionals and gaining hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle. The Role The successful candidate will support the delivery of both project-based Building Surveying and Project Management services, including: • Undertaking building surveys, including measured surveys • Preparing project documentation including project programmes, execution plans and risk registers • Assisting with design, drawings and specifications • Preparing tender documentation and schedules of works • Coordinating with consultants including mechanical and electrical engineers • Supporting the preparation of planning and building regulation submissions • Assisting with tender assessments and contractor selection • Attending and supporting project progress meetings • Carrying out site inspections and monitoring construction works • Assisting with contract administration • Supporting the monitoring of project budgets and expenditure • Learning to prepare cost summaries, preliminaries and specification documents • Supporting project managers with delivery of projects to programme and budget The role offers excellent exposure to design, contract administration, project management and technical surveying work. Requirements • Degree in Building Surveying • Strong communication and organisational skills • Ability to work both independently and within a team • Proactive, motivated and commercially aware • Interest in design, construction and project management • Knowledge of AutoCAD and NBS beneficial • Full UK driving licence
Senior Engineer Tier 1 Main Contractor West Yorkshire £60k - £65k + Package We re working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 contractor to appoint a Senior Engineer on a major infrastructure project in West Yorkshire This is a pivotal site leadership role ideal for an experienced engineer ready to take full ownership of engineering delivery, quality control, and technical governance on a complex scheme You ll act as the senior engineering representative on site, driving standards, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately, and in line with programme What You ll Be Doing; Leading the engineering function on site and setting the strategy for setting out and dimensional control Managing and mentoring Engineers and Graduate Engineers Overseeing survey control, as-built records, and key tolerance management across multiple interfaces Acting as the primary point of contact for QA, inspections, and record keeping Creating and reviewing Inspection & Test Plans across key packages (concrete, drainage, steelwork, brickwork) Managing Non-Conformances from identification through to close-out Reviewing and producing method statements and risk assessments Driving the RFI process and proactively resolving technical issues Acting as Temporary Works Co-ordinator (when appointed) Acting as Appointed Person for Lifting Operations (when appointed) Maintaining a detailed daily site diary You Will Need; Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering (or related discipline) Chartered Engineer status SMSTS (or equivalent) First Aid certification Service avoidance training Strong technical knowledge across structural and civil packages Proven experience leading engineering teams on large infrastructure projects Why Apply? Senior leadership role on a flagship infrastructure scheme High levels of autonomy and influence on project delivery Clear progression toward Project Engineering or Management roles Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Long-term pipeline of secured UK infrastructure work If you re an experienced Senior Engineer looking to step into a role with real responsibility, technical influence, and progression, please apply!
05/03/2026
Full time
Senior Engineer Tier 1 Main Contractor West Yorkshire £60k - £65k + Package We re working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 contractor to appoint a Senior Engineer on a major infrastructure project in West Yorkshire This is a pivotal site leadership role ideal for an experienced engineer ready to take full ownership of engineering delivery, quality control, and technical governance on a complex scheme You ll act as the senior engineering representative on site, driving standards, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately, and in line with programme What You ll Be Doing; Leading the engineering function on site and setting the strategy for setting out and dimensional control Managing and mentoring Engineers and Graduate Engineers Overseeing survey control, as-built records, and key tolerance management across multiple interfaces Acting as the primary point of contact for QA, inspections, and record keeping Creating and reviewing Inspection & Test Plans across key packages (concrete, drainage, steelwork, brickwork) Managing Non-Conformances from identification through to close-out Reviewing and producing method statements and risk assessments Driving the RFI process and proactively resolving technical issues Acting as Temporary Works Co-ordinator (when appointed) Acting as Appointed Person for Lifting Operations (when appointed) Maintaining a detailed daily site diary You Will Need; Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering (or related discipline) Chartered Engineer status SMSTS (or equivalent) First Aid certification Service avoidance training Strong technical knowledge across structural and civil packages Proven experience leading engineering teams on large infrastructure projects Why Apply? Senior leadership role on a flagship infrastructure scheme High levels of autonomy and influence on project delivery Clear progression toward Project Engineering or Management roles Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Long-term pipeline of secured UK infrastructure work If you re an experienced Senior Engineer looking to step into a role with real responsibility, technical influence, and progression, please apply!