14 construction jobs found in Colchester

Building Services / MEP Design Engineer Colchester (commutable from Ipswich, Chelmsford, Braintree, Tendring, Sudbury) 6 month + contract £40ph - £55ph + DOE Immediately available Are you an experienced MEP Design Engineer looking for an immediately available contract role? This is an opportunity to join a respected consultancy delivering bespoke design services, supporting projects from early concept through to detailed design and construction support. The company has a growing portfolio of projects across the South East and requires an experienced MEP Designer to help with their growing portfolio. Thes successful candidate will have experience in mechanical, electrical and public health design, including HVAC systems, heating and cooling plant, ventilation, domestic water services, drainage layouts, lighting, power distribution, and associated building services. You will contribute to design reports, calculations and drawings while supporting coordination across other...

Working on behalf of a local authority, we are looking for an experienced Road Safety Engineer. This post will initially be for six months with possibilities for extensions/ temp to perm. Full time, 37 hours per week paying £27.50 per hour PAYE which is equivalent to £52910 salary or £36.37 per hour through an umbrella. Main purpose of the job: To undertake road safety engineering functions, including undertaking studies, preparing designs and undertaking the client role in relation to road safety engineering projects and interventions, provided to support Local Transport Plan policies and procedures. Activities include: * Developing a range of road safety projects which improve the safety of highway provision to service users; * Assessing requests from customers, including elected Members and the public, regarding road safety issues; * Undertaking local and wider-area road safety reviews and collision studies; * Undertaking client role for road safety projects; *...

Civil Site Engineer, Heavy Civils, Thames Water Capital Delivery Location: South East London Contract Type: long-term Help deliver Thames Water's Capital Delivery programme We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support heavy civils construction on a Thames Water Capital Delivery contract in South East London. Works include pipelines, deep drainage, shafts, chambers, reinforced concrete structures, and associated temporary works that improve resilience and environmental performance across the network. This is a long-term opportunity within a busy programme. The Role You will provide accurate setting out, engineering control, and quality assurance to keep construction safe, compliant, and on programme. Working closely with the Site Manager, Project Engineer, and framework delivery teams, you will coordinate subcontractors, maintain site records, and manage handover in line with Thames Water requirements. Key Responsibilities Produce and update site drawings in...

Job Title: Labourer (CSCS Card) Location: Based in Aylesford (travel across Southeast UK) Start Time: between 6:30 am - on site for 8:00 am (Monday to Friday) Pay £13.50ph About the Company: Our client is a specialist hire and engineering services company with over 30 years’ experience in providing dust extractors, fume extractors, noise barriers, ventilation, heating, cooling, monitoring and water treatment equipment and environmental and hazard-control solutions across construction, infrastructure, defence and industrial projects. They are growing and this role offers opportunity for progression. Role Summary: We are looking for a motivated Labourer to join the team, supporting on-site operations across a variety of locations in the Southeast. You will start early each day (from the Dartford area) and travel to sites, assisting tradespeople, performing general labouring tasks and progressing your skills within a growing company. The ideal candidate will have some trades or...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit a Safety Engineer Subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  (The role will be split of working Onsite and Working From Home).    Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: £80ph (Umbrella) Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be 2-3 days per week onsite and 2-3 days working from home. Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview.   Safety Engineer Job Description: An opportunity has arisen for an engineer to exploit their safety engineering skills to influence the safety aspects of one of our technically complex products. While exploring the boundaries of best practice, this will involve...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Development and Production Test Engineer – Electronic / Electrical subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  Experience specifically required: Must have significant experience with measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. Electronic Component level fault finding CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. Environmental testing would also be an advantage. High Voltage training/awareness. SAP Beneficial The department are keen to hear from candidates from a background with either RF / Microwave skills or candidates that have strong Test, Diagnostics, Repair Engineering skills. Hourly Rate: £36.00ph (Umbrella).  Time and a quarter Overtime rate for hours worked over 37 hours Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Development...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit a Safety Engineer Subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  (The role will be split of working Onsite and Working From Home).    Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: £80ph (Umbrella) Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be 2-3 days per week onsite and 2-3 days working from home. Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview.   Safety Engineer Job Description: An opportunity has arisen for an engineer to exploit their safety engineering skills to influence the safety aspects of one of our technically complex products. While exploring the boundaries of best practice, this will involve...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Development and Production Test Engineer – Electronic / Electrical subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  Experience specifically required: Must have significant experience with measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. Electronic Component level fault finding CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. Environmental testing would also be an advantage. High Voltage training/awareness. SAP Beneficial The department are keen to hear from candidates from a background with either RF / Microwave skills or candidates that have strong Test, Diagnostics, Repair Engineering skills. Hourly Rate: £36.00ph (Umbrella).  Time and a quarter Overtime rate for hours worked over 37 hours Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Development...

Site Agent / Senior Site Agent – Outside IR35 12-Month Contract | Start ASAP | £400–£425 per day I’m supporting a major infrastructure programme and am looking for an experienced Site Agent or Senior Site Agent to take the lead on a large wastewater upgrade scheme. The project is moving into early delivery stages, with enabling works kicking off shortly and a substantial construction phase to follow. This role needs someone confident running a site day-to-day, managing a mix of civils, MEICA, and complex interfaces. You’ll be the on-site lead—driving progress, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring all safety, quality, environmental and compliance requirements are met throughout the programme. Works will span new structures, pumping solutions, power upgrades, process systems and associated access and reinstatement activities. What you’ll be doing: • Leading all site activities from mobilisation through to completion • Coordinating civils, mechanical and electrical delivery...

Are you a BMS Engineer and looking for a role that'll propel your career forwards? Bring your skills and expertise to this exciting 6-month contract role, outside IR35, and support a range of operations within our client's specialist engineering, architecture, construction, and environmental consultancy, based in London. This opportunity offers the opportunity to work to a hybrid working arrangement, with occasional site visitation. -Competitive hourly rate ranging from £55-£63 (depending on experience). -Hybrid working arrangement. Responsibilities: -Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of complex EPMS and HVAC control systems, creating detailed specifications, drawings, and documentation. -Liaise with multidisciplinary project teams to support the development of Point Lists and Sequences of Operations, adhering to industry, safety, and client standards. -Manage all project deliverables, focusing on QA and QC reviews, technical bid assessments, contract...

Are you a seasoned Electrical Design Engineer and ready for the next step in your career journey? Our client, a leading engineering consultancy, based in London, is on the hunt for one talented individual to join their team, on a contract basis, outside IR35. This organisation is offering the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis, with a frequent presence at their main office. The chosen candidate will be able to expand their experience and expertise through a variety of Data Centre projects. -Competitive hourly rate of £45-£50 (depending on experience). -Hybrid working arrangements (3 days on-site). Responsibilities: -Create intricate electrical system designs and specifications, for a variety of Data Centre projects, ensuring alignment with client requirements. -Maintain compliance with current regulations, standards, and project requirements, ensuring designs are efficient and promote sustainability. -Coordinate with multidisciplinary professional teams to ensure all...

Site Manager Central London £42 per hour - outside IR35 (45 hours per week) 3 month initial contract Are you an experienced Site Manager who is looking for their next contract? Are you looking for a new contract to start in January? If so, please read on... Essential skillset: At least 5 years experience as a Site Manager, managing Mechanical Construction projects (piping, HVAC, valves etc) Experience working for a Principal Contractor SMSTS qualification would be a desirable (SSSTS as a minimum) Strong knowledge of CDM regulations Experience running toolbox talks, H&S assessments and management Desirable: Experience as a Site Manager for Building Management System or Building Automation System projectsIf this sounds like a good fit for you, please get in touch with Kate Blackwell at JAM Recruitment ASAP

Job: Principal FPGA Design Engineer Type: Contract Location: Enfield Rate: DOE Role Overview The Principal FPGA Design Engineer is responsible for translating high level system or product requirements into a robust and implementable FPGA architecture. This position covers the full development lifecycle, from initial specification through to verified operation on target hardware. The role also includes providing technical leadership, mentoring colleagues, and contributing to wider product definition activities. Key Responsibilities FPGA Architecture and Development * Interpret and decompose top level system requirements into FPGA architectures suitable for implementation. * Design, implement and debug VHDL based FPGA solutions. * Develop test benches and verification vectors to validate FPGA functionality. * Produce and maintain technical documentation including requirements, functional descriptions and test specifications. * Build...

World Class Defence Organisation based in is currently looking to recruit an Interconnects Design Engineer / Cable Harness Design Engineer.   The role does require Zuken E3 experience.      Rate: £60.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage, Bolton or Bristol – depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be a mix of onsite and remote working Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Interconnects Cable / Harness Design Engineer Job Description:   The role will be working within the Interconnects Team in Electronic Engineering (EE). EE aims to develop leading edge electronic engineering expertise, capabilities and technologies. The Interconnects Team forms a valuable part of this, tasked with providing a professional design...