8 jobs found in Swadlincote

A leading multi-million pound civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Freelance Site Agent to support a portfolio of major infrastructure projects across the East Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business delivering complex schemes within heavy civils, RC structures, and water treatment environments. The Role As Site Agent, you will take ownership of on-site delivery, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You will act as the key link between site teams, subcontractors, and senior management, driving progress while maintaining strict compliance with project requirements. Key Responsibilities - Oversee day-to-day site operations across RC structures, water treatment schemes, and associated civils works - Lead site teams to deliver projects on time and within budget - Prepare, review, and implement Method Statements, RAMs (Risk Assessments & Method Statements), and Work...

The business This is a contractor that consistently features among the most active in the UK market -a business with a strong civils and infrastructure pedigree, a healthy forward order book, and a reputation for delivering complex, high-value schemes. They're well-regarded in the industry, retain good people, and have a pipeline that gives freelancers a genuine route to extended and repeat engagements. The role You'll be taking commercial ownership of a sizeable civils package - primarily earthworks with associated drainage and surfacing works. It's a standalone, site-based position reporting into a visiting Managing QS, so you'll need to be comfortable managing the day-to-day commercial output independently. What's involved * Full commercial management of the civils package from current stage through to completion * Subcontractor procurement, management, and account finalisation * CVIs, early warnings, and compensation events under NEC * Cost reporting and...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor to recruit a Civil Design Coordinator for a 12-month minimum contract for a large infrastructure construction project in the West Midlands. Key skills Coordinate civil design deliverables from subcontractors in collaboration with the Lead Civil Engineer Ensure designs meet contractual, programme, budget, HSE, and quality requirements Manage design interfaces between consultants and internal engineering teams, including scheduling and progress tracking Review and assess design submissions for constructability, risk, and technical compliance Represent the civil design function in meetings, maintaining clear communication across stakeholders Must have a Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architecture Experience working on large-scale civil packages within major projects Strong experience in design coordination on industrial, infrastructure, or plant projects Location, remuneration and...

We are currently seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a major highways scheme in Birmingham. This is a long-term opportunity offering 18 months of consistent work on a high-profile infrastructure project. Key Details: * Location: Birmingham * Start Date: Tuesday 5th May * Duration: 18 months * Rate: £300 – £350 per day * Contract: Outside IR35 Responsibilities: * Setting out and surveying for highways works * Ensuring works are carried out in accordance with design specifications * Managing and interpreting technical drawings and documentation * Liaising with site teams, subcontractors, and project managers * Maintaining accurate site records and reports * Supporting quality assurance and health & safety compliance Requirements: * Proven experience working as a Site Engineer on highways projects * Strong setting out and surveying skills * Proficiency with relevant equipment (e.g. GPS, total stations) * Good understanding...

Registered Building Inspector (Class 2 RBI+) Location: West Midlands Contract: 6 month rolling contract – highly likely to run long term Rate: Up to £60 per hour (approx. £9,620 per month based on 37 hours/week) Hours: Full-time (part-time considered) A new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Building Control Surveyor / Registered Building Inspector (Class 2+) to join a building control team in the West Midlands on a 6 month rolling contract, with a strong likelihood of this running long term. The Role: You will deliver Building Regulations plan checking and site inspection services across a range of domestic and/or commercial projects (RBI grade dependent), supporting a well-established Building Control team. Key Details: • Up to £60 per hour (approx. £9,620 per month) • 6 month rolling contract with strong extension potential • Outside IR35 a possibility • Full-time role with part-time flexibility available Apply: For more information, please contact Ben Johnston:...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor and Senior Quantity Surveyor Description Freelance QS's and Senior Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Managers outside IR35 for a Large major consultancy providing commercial teams to various major projects in water, road and rail. Abundant ongoing work in Birmingham area. You will based in their offices. We urgently have ongoing requirements for Freelance Senior QS's and Commercial Managers outside IR35 for various types of projects within their Birmingham team where they have several clients across various sectors mainly Water, Highways, Rail and Renewables A large team of QS's and commercial managers engaged on the various road, highways Infrastructure projects across England. QS's and project managers working on various solar farm and battery storage. Personnel working on the new rail station programmes. Personnel working on HS2 Personnel working for contractors on various AMP8 water projects. Various staff working for various entities on...

The business This is a contractor that consistently features among the most active in the UK market -a business with a strong civils and infrastructure pedigree, a healthy forward order book, and a reputation for delivering complex, high-value schemes. They're well-regarded in the industry, retain good people, and have a pipeline that gives freelancers a genuine route to extended and repeat engagements. The role You'll be taking commercial ownership of a sizeable civils package - primarily earthworks with associated drainage and surfacing works. It's a standalone, site-based position reporting into a visiting Managing QS, so you'll need to be comfortable managing the day-to-day commercial output independently. What's involved * Full commercial management of the civils package from current stage through to completion * Subcontractor procurement, management, and account finalisation * CVIs, early warnings, and compensation events under NEC * Cost reporting and...

Health & Safety Advisor | Banbury Oxfordshire | £300 -£350 day | Contract | Mon–Fri 7:30–17:00 We’re recruiting for a hands-on Health & Safety Advisor to support a large-scale internal refurbishment within a live logistics environment. Working for a consultancy on a major client-side project, you’ll play a key role in maintaining compliance and driving safe delivery across a busy, multi-contractor site. This is a fast-paced, high-profile project offering autonomy and visibility — ideal for a proactive Health & Safety Advisor confident working with everyone from operatives through to senior stakeholders. The Role As the on-site H&S lead, you’ll oversee day-to-day safety performance, embed best practice, and ensure works progress safely in line with CDM regulations. Responsibilities * Lead health & safety across a live, multi-contractor refurbishment project * Carry out site inspections, audits and compliance checks; report and close out actions *...