20 construction jobs found in Burton upon Trent

Rate: £25-£35 per hour (Umbrella PAYE) Contract: Initial 12-18 month contract Exciting Opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor in Derby An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to join a busy Highways team, supporting the delivery of highway maintenance and improvement works across the network. This role would suit a commercially minded professional with experience administering contracts, managing costs, and supporting project delivery within a highways or civil engineering environment. Working closely with Contract Managers, Engineers, and Operational Teams, you will play a key role in ensuring contracts are managed effectively, costs are controlled, and projects are delivered in line with contractual requirements. The main duties of the Quantity Surveyor include: ·Supporting the administration and commercial management of highway maintenance and improvement contracts. ·Reviewing contractor applications, quotations, valuations, and payment submissions....

We are seeking a skilled Planning and Project Controls Engineer with strong experience in electrical infrastructure to join a leading Energy & Power Contractor. You will play a key role in supporting the planning, scheduling, and control of major transmission, distribution, and power‑sector projects across the UK. As a Planning and Project Controls Engineer, you will support project teams in developing, maintaining, and monitoring schedules, cost controls, and risk processes for complex electrical and power‑engineering schemes. You will work closely with Senior Planners, Project Managers, engineering leads and commercial teams to ensure accurate reporting, effective forecasting, and informed decision‑making that drives successful project delivery across substations, overhead lines, cable routes, and wider energy‑transition programmes. Key Responsibilities Support planning and scheduling for major electrical infrastructure projects, including substations, HV/LV systems, OHL,...

Carmicheal are seeking an experienced Project Administrator with Construction experience to join the team based in Birmingham. The role is initially for 3 months however this could be extended. Inputting site operational information into relevant spreadsheets Inputting site allocation data into relevant spreadsheets – staff, labour, materials & plant Uploading site documents to BC – working with the SB3 document control team Maintain and update office notice boards with relevant information Co-ordinate with the internal training and competency team and relay training course requirements to site operatives 􀀀 Maintain site registers for briefing attendance / H&S inductions Act as the first point of call for the client’s Office Administrator Responsible for ordering and distribution of Personal Protective Equipment for site team Perform general office duties such as ordering office supplies Daily input and management of hours worked for all site operatives...

Location: East Midlands Rate: £40-£50 per hour (Umbrella PAYE) Contract: Initial 6-month contract with a strong likelihood of extension Exciting Opportunity for a Road Safety Engineer in the East Midlands An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Road Safety Engineer to join a busy Local Authority highways team. This role will focus on the design, development, and delivery of road safety improvement schemes, helping to reduce collisions and improve safety for all road users across the network. The successful candidate will combine technical road safety engineering expertise with the ability to undertake Road Safety Audits and provide professional advice on highway safety matters. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and elected members to develop and deliver effective road safety solutions. The main duties of the Road Safety Engineer include: ·Designing and delivering road safety improvement schemes from concept through to...

Attachment Fitter required Nottingham The Staffing Network are seeking a skilled and motivated Hydraulic Attachments Fitter to join our clients Machinery and Plant hire division in their Nottingham Depot The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of hydraulic attachments used on various heavy machinery and construction equipment. This will be a role that will also involve Delivering/Collecting and attaching/detaching attachments to/from machinery on site. Key Responsibilities: * Deliver/Collect, Install, assemble, and fit hydraulic attachments to/from heavy machinery. * PDI and inspect Machines and Attachments to make sure they are fit for purpose. * Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting on hydraulic systems. * Diagnose faults and carry out necessary repairs efficiently. * Ensure all hydraulic components meet safety and quality standards. * Maintain accurate records of work completed and parts used....

Technical Designer (Revit) – Museums, Exhibitions & Visitor Experience Location: Leicester (Hybrid Working Available) Contract: Freelance / Contract Duration: End of June 2026 – February 2027 Rate: £40–£45 per hour (Outside IR35) Technical Designer – Revit | Museum & Visitor Experience Projects We are partnering with a globally recognised design studio to recruit an experienced Technical Designer (Revit) for an exciting contract opportunity supporting the delivery of major museum and visitor experience projects across the USA and Middle East. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile cultural destinations, immersive exhibition environments, museum fit-outs, and bespoke visitor experiences that will be enjoyed by audiences worldwide. Project Programme June 2026 – November 2026 Supporting a major museum development in Chicago, USA November 2026 – February 2027 Supporting an international maritime museum project in the Middle East The Role As Technical...

A leading business in the construction and engineering industry is hiring contractors with previous experience  in either a mechanical, electrical or plumbing/HVAC background. to work in Leicester on a contingency basis. This is a great opportunity to utilise your knowledge and work in a growing sector. The Role As the M&E Asset condition inspector, you'll: - Conduct visual inspections of mechanical and electrical systems. - Collaborate with project teams to ensure compliance with regulations and standards. - Provide expert advice on M&E solutions to improve efficiency and performance. - Data collection and upload using the clients software application You To be successful in the role of M&E Surveyor, you'll bring: - Relevant experience in an Engineering or Hard services discipline  - Strong IT skills and competency  - Familiarity with industry regulations and standards. What's in it for you? This contract role offers the chance to work on impactful projects...

We are currently seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join a flagship section of the HS2 project in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role on one of the UK's largest infrastructure programmes, ensuring the highest standards of health, safety and wellbeing are embedded throughout project delivery. Working closely with operational and functional teams, you will provide visible leadership across site activities, support the delivery teams and drive a proactive safety culture across a complex, multi-contractor environment. The Role As Health & Safety Manager, you will be responsible for providing expert advice, assurance and leadership across the project, ensuring compliance with legislation, client requirements and company standards. You will work collaboratively with project teams, subcontractors and senior stakeholders to continuously improve safety performance and champion best practice. Key Responsibilities Lead and promote...

Carmichael are seeking a Section Engineer to join the team working on HS2 based in Birmingham. Allocate tasks to Site Engineers and supervise the task completion. Ensure the Inspection and Test Plans, and Quality Check Sheets are completed as soon as the checks can be completed. Oversee engineering requirements demanded in the delivery of a section of work or on larger projects, of a subcontractor, to meet the construction programme. Make effective use of document control to manage distribution of information. Develop and approve relevant procedures specific to their area of works. In association with the Section Foreman, assess the plant and resource requirements to meet the demands of site and office-based works. Approve method statements and risk assessments and ensure they are being followed throughout the works. Ensure Site Engineers complete setting out in accordance with design. Ensure Design Drawings are marked up to reflect works completed as the works...

Job Title: Metal Finisher Hours - Rotational Shifts (No Nights) 6am - 1:45pm Monday - Thursday and 6am - 12pm Friday 2pm - 10pm Monday - Thursday and 12pm - 5:15pm Friday Salary: £18.18 per hour Overtime paid at premium rates. We’re looking for a Metal Finisher to join a high-performing aerospace manufacturing team. If you’re hands-on, detail-focused, and have experience within manufacturing or chemical processing environments, this is your chance to be part of something that flies—literally. What You’ll DoAs a Metal Finisher you’ll: Carry out finishing processes on precision aerospace components Operate relevant finishing equipment and machinery Work with tools such as grinders, polishers, and surface treatment equipment Use micrometers, verniers, and height gauges to ensure top-quality output Support TPM and EH&S initiatives Rotate across AM/PM shifts as neededWhat You’ll Bring Strong numeracy, literacy, and attention to detail Experience in a manufacturing and/or...

Health and Safety Manager - Minimum Requirements Qualifications and Professional Membership Chartered Member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (CMIOSH). NVQ Level 5 or 6 in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent qualification and/or relevant experience). National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health Construction Certificate and/or Diploma. Knowledge and Technical Expertise Detailed technical knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, regulations, standards, and industry guidance. Strong understanding and practical application of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM). Experience Minimum of 7 years' health and safety experience within the construction industry or a comparable sector, including significant CDM experience. Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Health and Safety Manager role. Proven experience working on major infrastructure, earthworks, civil engineering, rail, highways, fencing on large-scale...

Electrician / Electrical Improver – Market Harborough, Leicestershire New Build Prison Project | Long-Term Work | Up to 50 Hours Per Week Electricians - £25.00 per hour Electrical Improvers - £20.00 per hour Location: Market Harborough, Leicestershire Start Date: Mid July 2026 Hours: 48–50 Hours Per Week Sector: Public Services / Secure Government Infrastructure M&E Giants Recruitment are currently recruiting for Electricians and Electrical Improvers for a major new build prison development in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. This is a large-scale public services infrastructure project offering long-term work, consistent hours and the opportunity to be part of a high-profile government-funded development. We are looking for reliable and experienced operatives with a strong background in commercial and industrial electrical installations. Duties Will Include: * Installation of containment systems * Basket, tray, trunking and conduit * Cable pulling and cable...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Chorley or Crewe (hybrid with site/client offices) Contract: Freelance (Outside IR35) Project: Major station upgrade project (circa £40m) Company Overview We are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading UK infrastructure and construction contractor with a strong presence across rail, highways, water, and civil engineering sectors. The business operates across multiple divisions and has a well-established reputation as a Tier 1 contractor within the rail sector, delivering major infrastructure projects through long-term frameworks and joint ventures. With continued growth and diversification into new sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation with a strong pipeline of secured work. The North West division is a key region within the business, delivering projects across frameworks with major clients and expanding into new infrastructure sectors. The commercial team is known...

Site Engineer / Senior Engineer  Requirement: 5 days per week on site Status: Inside IR35  Rate - Depending on experience (discuss on application)  Length - 12mths  Role Overview This is an excellent opportunity to join an established project team delivering significant highways and infrastructure works. I'm particularly keen to speak with engineers who have a strong background in highways construction and utilities coordination. This is a great opportunity for an Engineer to work alongside the permanent team, providing guidance and support to junior memmbers of the team while remaining hands-on in the role. This is a self delivered project, so we're looking for someone who can hit the ground running and is confindent to lead.  Key Responsibilities Report directly to the Sub Agent and provide technical support to the site management team. Manage and mentor a Site Engineer, reviewing setting out, quality checks, and documentation. Oversee highways works including...

Carmichael UK is working with a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering a key section of works on the HS2 project. We are currently seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join the team supporting the delivery of major civil engineering works in Greatworth Northamptonshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a Quality Engineer – or an experienced Site Engineer looking to transition into a quality-focused role – to contribute to one of the UK’s largest infrastructure programmes. The Role As Quality Engineer, you will support the implementation and management of the project Quality Management System, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with specifications, quality standards, and client requirements. You will work closely with site teams and subcontractors to maintain high quality standards across the project. Key Responsibilities Support the implementation and maintenance of the Project Quality Management System (QMS) Prepare, review, and manage Inspection & Test...

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Sub Agent to support delivery on a major HS2 infrastructure project based in Southam. The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing a section of works, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality project delivery in line with programme and contractual requirements. This is a hands-on role requiring strong leadership, technical capability and experience of large-scale civil engineering works. Key Responsibilities Manage the planning and execution of a designated section of works, ensuring delivery to programme, budget and quality standards Lead and coordinate site engineers, subcontractors and suppliers Develop and implement short-term programmes and lookaheads aligned with the contract programme Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with SHEQ standards and project specifications Review designs and raise technical queries with design teams where required Prepare and review RAMS, ITPs and construction...

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to join a major infrastructure project on HS2 in Brackley, supporting the delivery of highways and drainage works. This role will suit a technically strong engineer with proven experience in setting out, QA and site coordination, working within large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure environments. Key Responsibilities Carry out setting out and surveying for highways and drainage works ensuring accuracy and compliance with design specifications Deliver engineering control for works including earthworks, roads, kerbing, and drainage systems (surface water & foul) Undertake quality assurance processes, including inspections, ITPs and as-built records Monitor and report on progress, quality and site issues, escalating where required Support the management of subcontractors and site teams to ensure delivery to programme Maintain accurate site records, surveys and red-line drawings Ensure...

Senior Nuclear HVAC Engineer Location: Altrincham / Manchester. This can be worked on a hybrid basis, three days in the office and two remote. About this role: Due to new project wins and continued growth, we're looking for Senior Nuclear HVAC Engineers to join our Power, Process & Nuclear division. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects across the defence and nuclear new-build industries. As part of our growing team, you will contribute to high-profile engineering challenges while developing your career within an organisation committed to supporting your professional growth. Responsibilities: - Produce detailed design calculations to support design requirements - Producing documentation, assessment/condition reports, survey reports, basis of designs, procurement specifications, etc. - Production and review of detailed design calculations to support design proposals - Production and review of detailed design drawings, layouts and...

Job title: Heavy Mechanical Technician Job location: Burton-On-Trent Hourly pay rate: £22.50 Paye / £30.13 Umbrella Hours per week: Average 45 hours per week Shifts: Monday to Friday Days and Nights Industries considered: Rolling Stock, HGV, Plant, Agricultural Engineering, Aviation, Defence RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, and Process Engineering Disciplines considered: Diesel Engine Fitter, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, HGV Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer Position Summary: This position will be completing heavy mechanical modifications of Rolling Stock Vehicles 221 and 170 units. You will be expected to complete tasks from written work instruction, including Mechanical strips and refits on components. You will also specifically work on modifications of Heavy Diesel engines. This is a Safety Critical position and is a requirement against the Service Agreement (SA). The position is based on a busy...

DO YOU HAVE HEAVY MECHANICAL FITTING EXPERIENCE - LOOKING FOR A ROLE WITH PROGRESSION - DON'T MIND GETTING YOU HANDS DIRTY AT WORK? Is yes then please read on! Job title: Heavy Mechanical Technician Job location: Burton-On-Trent Hourly pay rate: £22.50 Paye / £30.13 Umbrella Hours per week: Average 45 hours per week Shifts: Monday to Thursday - DAYS only Industries considered: Rolling Stock, HGV, Plant, Agricultural Engineering, Aviation, Defence RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, and Process Engineering Disciplines considered: Diesel Engine Fitter, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, HGV Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer Position Summary: This position will be completing heavy mechanical modifications of Rolling Stock Vehicles 221 and 170 units. You will be expected to complete tasks from written work instruction, including Mechanical strips and refits on components. You will also specifically work on...