11 pre construction engineer jobs found

Contract Solar Commissioning Engineer – Utility Scale  Location UK (Site-based / project rotation) Contract Length 12 Months Day Rate Competitive DOE Overview We are supporting a major renewable energy contractor delivering multiple utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects across the UK. We are looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer with a strong background in large-scale solar (30MW+) to support the final stages of project delivery through testing, energisation, and handover. This is a hands-on site role — you’ll be working closely with electrical teams, DNO/ICP representatives, and site management to ensure systems are fully tested, compliant, and ready for grid export. What you’ll be doing Leading and supporting commissioning activities across utility-scale solar PV sites (30MW+) Carrying out pre-commissioning checks, testing, and inspections of electrical systems Working on LV/MV/HV systems including:  Inverters Transformers Switchgear Protection systems...

Contract QA/QC Solar Engineer  Utility Scale (Midlands) Location Midlands, UK (Site-based) Contract Length 12 Months Day Rate Competitive DOE Overview We are supporting a leading renewable energy Developer delivering utility-scale solar PV projects across the UK and are seeking an experienced QA/QC Engineer for a live project in the Midlands. This is a site-based quality role covering both civil and electrical works, ensuring full compliance from construction through to commissioning and handover. This role sits at the interface between delivery and client — so beyond technical QA, we are looking for someone who understands what it means to operate on behalf of a developer or asset owner, not just an EPC contractor. What you’ll be doing Leading QA/QC activities across a utility-scale solar site (30MW+) Managing quality inspections across:  Civils (earthworks, piling, cable routes, structures) Electrical (DC/AC installation, inverters, cabling, containment) Ensuring...

Contract Solar Site Manager – Utility Scale (Midlands) Location Midlands, UK (Site-based) Contract Length 12–24 Months Day Rate Competitive DOE Overview We are supporting a major renewable energy developer / contractor delivering multiple utility-scale solar PV projects across the Midlands and wider UK network. We are seeking an experienced Solar Site Manager to take full responsibility for day-to-day site delivery on a live utility-scale solar farm. This is not a “labouring supervision” role — this is a leadership position on a high-value renewable asset where you will be expected to run site operations, coordinate subcontractors, and act as the key interface between delivery teams and the client / developer / asset owner. What you’ll be doing Day-to-day management of a utility-scale solar PV construction site (30MW+) Coordinating civils, electrical, and mechanical subcontractors on site Driving programme delivery and ensuring key milestones are achieved Managing site...

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services) - Contract Location: Hampshire Rate: £40 per hour (Outside IR35) Contract Length: Ongoing Sector: Local Authority Projects We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer for a contract role with a well-established consultancy in Hampshire. This opportunity is outside IR35, offering a competitive rate of £40 per hour and the chance to work on a variety of local authority projects. Key Responsibilities: ✔️ Mechanical design for building services projects, including heating, ventilation, and public health systems ✔️ Ensuring designs comply with local authority regulations and industry standards ✔️ Experience with Legionella risk assessments and mitigation strategies ✔️ Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions ✔️ Site visits and surveys as required Requirements: ✅ Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer in the building services sector ✅...

M&E Design Manager - Mechanical & Electrical Location: Birmingham (Site & Home-Based) Contract: 12 Months (Outside IR35) Highly Competitive Day Rate Are you an experienced M&E Design Manager with a strong technical background in managing a team of mechanical and electrical engineers? Are you confident overseeing complex M&E design packages on large-scale construction or utilities projects? We are recruiting for a Mechanical & Electrical Design Manager to join a major infrastructure project in Birmingham, managing a team delivering new water infrastructure projects. This role is key to ensuring the design and technical integration of M&E systems align with the client's requirements, industry standards, and delivery programme. This is a 12-month contract, offering a highly competitive day rate. Reporting directly to the Programme Director, you'll work closely with design consultants, contractors, and internal teams to manage the full lifecycle...

Groundworks Site Manager – Bournemouth – ASAP Start We are currently looking for an experienced Groundworks Site Manager for an immediate start on a busy civils and groundworks project in Bournemouth. Rate: £250 – £300 per day - DOE Status: Outside IR35 The ideal candidate will have a strong background managing groundworks and civil engineering projects, with the ability to oversee site operations, manage subcontractors, and ensure projects are delivered safely and on programme. Key Responsibilities: * Managing day-to-day site activities * Supervising labour and subcontractors * Coordinating plant, materials and logistics * Ensuring health & safety compliance on site * Conducting toolbox talks and site inspections * Liaising with clients, engineers and project teams * Monitoring progress and maintaining programme targets Requirements: * Previous experience as a Groundworks Site Manager *...

Project Manager (Contract) – Façade Remediation Projects £400–£450 per day (Ltd Company, Outside IR35) Based within an hour of Derby 6 Month Contract The Opportunity We’re partnering with a growing specialist contractor in passive fire protection, delivering complex remediation programmes across high-rise residential and commercial buildings. This role is suited to a senior-level Project Manager who can take ownership not just of delivery—but of strategy, client relationships, and commercial performance. What You’ll Be Doing Leading projects from pre-construction through to completion Acting as the technical authority, shaping solutions and challenging design where needed Managing commercial performance (costs, margins, risk) Building strong relationships with Tier 1 contractors, consultants, and stakeholders Navigating BSR approvals, compliance, and regulatory processes Overseeing multiple projects and guiding delivery teams Driving best practice across planning, QA, and...

Working with this busy engineering solutions provider who have a strong order book with schemes across the TFL estate - they are looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join there multi-disciplinary design team Your role will involve: - Creating LV electrical designs for station work, including lighting and power systems. - Problem-solving to integrate new designs with legacy infrastructure. - Working closely with the wider design and CAD teams. The position is ideally suited for someone who: - Is an experienced practically minded electrical design engineer - Understands the practical challenges of electrical installation and buildability. - Can problem-solve on the spot when faced with non-standard site issues. You should have experience in RAIL/ LU (TFL) Standards Role is outside IR35 Your expert recruitment consultant is Trevor Parsons, call today on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Eden Brown is committed to equality in the...

Are you looking for a role where you can shape design delivery, grow team capability, and influence how water industry projects are engineered from concept through to delivery? Have you managed and led multi-disciplinary design teams delivering complex projects within a regulated environment, ensuring quality, safety, and programmed compliance? Do you have strong hands on experience leading the design process on water or similar regulated infrastructure projects, with accountability for design outputs and team performance? The Opportunity This role is available on a contract basis (outside IR35) and they are also recruiting on a permanent basis, offering £60,000–£80,000 per year plus package, with hybrid working options available depending on experience and arrangements. This role has been created in response to continued growth within a multi-disciplinary engineering design environment delivering regulated infrastructure projects. With an expanding workload in the water...

BMS Commissioning Engineer Contract We have a fantastic contract opportunity for an experienced Tridium BMS Commissioning Engineer to join an exciting and prestigious project in London. On offer is an initial 6 month contract (with the potential to extend), c£40 - £48 per hour, and the opportunity to work on one of London’s most interesting new projects in central London The BMS Commissioning Engineer position:- As a BMS Commissioning Engineer, you will have fantastic experience and knowledge of commissioning Building Management Systems, in particular Tridium Niagara.  You will be required to perform software modifications and full commissioning. The project is in central London and is a very prestigious refurbishment of a historical building. The project is a mixed use development incorporating a hotel, high end luxury residences, and shops and will be using state of the art new smart building technology. Key skills of the BMS Commissioning Engineer:- Exceptional technical...

Our client is a dynamic, fast growing data centre Construction Support Consultant operating both in the UK and internationally. They have grown rapidly and have earned a fantastic reputation across DC expansion projects, white space and hyper scale dc schemes To support these exciting schemes they are looking for an MEP Design Manager to join the team The Design Manager will oversee and coordinate the design aspects of construction projects from inception to completion. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that the design meets our clients requirements, adheres to regulatory standards, and offer value engineering solutions. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and the project team to develop and implement design strategies that align with project goals. Additionally, the Design Manager will coordinate with external designers for each project and report any design risks to the Projects Director. The ideal applicant will be from an...