13 construction jobs found in Durham

Quantity Surveyor (Contract) – Water Sector Location: Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home) Contract Duration: 12 months+ Working Hours: 40 hours per week (8 hours per day, Monday–Friday) Rate: £450.00 per day Ltd (Outside IR35, subject to assessment) Role Overview We are seeking a commercially experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a growing commercial team delivering a portfolio of infrastructure projects, primarily within the water sector. This role will play a key part in supporting the successful delivery of AMP8 programmes, ensuring robust commercial management across the full project lifecycle. Candidates must have prior water sector experience, with a strong understanding of utilities project delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial delivery of wastewater, clean water, and gas infrastructure projects from outline design through to construction, commissioning, and handover. Support the safe and efficient delivery of the AMP8 programme, driving effective...

CCL are urgently looking to recruit x2 Site Quality Managers working on site ate Torness and Murton (North East) to support the delivery of a major onshore HVDC transmission project executed under an EPC framework. This role ensures that engineering, procurement, manufacturing, civil works, installation, and commissioning activities meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. You will be a key interface between the EPC contractor, suppliers, site teams, and project leadership, driving a consistent and proactive quality culture across all phases. Paying up to £625 PAYE per day (Inside IR35) - 12 month (renewable) Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and implement the Project Quality Plan, Inspection & Test Plans, and project‑specific quality procedures aligned with EPC contractual requirements. Oversee quality assurance and control activities for converter stations, HV equipment, civil works, mechanical installations, and HVDC control &...

Senior Quantity Surveyor 📍 Torness & Murton 🕒 12‑month contract | Outside IR35 🗓 Interviews available next week (8am–9pm) Key requirements: * EPC project experience * Tier 1 contractor background A leading international EPC contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of major energy and infrastructure projects across multiple UK sites. The Role You will play a key role in site‑based commercial and contract management, working closely with delivery, technical, and subcontractor teams to ensure progress, cost control, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle. Key responsibilities include: * Tracking daily, weekly, and monthly progress of quantitative site activities * Collecting and analysing subcontractor progress data * Identifying delays or bottlenecks and reporting findings to site management * Collaborating with technical teams to understand specifications and scope of works * Preparing progress and...

Project Planner 📍 Newcastle upon Tyne 🕒 12‑month contract | Outside IR35 We are currently seeking a Project Planner to join a UK delivery team supporting large‑scale energy and infrastructure projects. This role is critical to the successful planning, scheduling, and control of complex EPC programmes, providing clear visibility of progress, risks, and performance throughout the full project lifecycle. The Role You will be responsible for supporting planning activities from early project development through to execution, working closely with engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams. Your responsibilities will include: * Supporting EPC projects from proposal stage (developing baseline schedules) through execution * Developing and maintaining detailed project schedules, objectives, and milestones * Ensuring key stakeholders are kept informed of progress, deadlines, and critical path activities * Documenting planning processes and schedule changes,...

Principal Electrical Engineer Remote with occasional visits to the office Location - Manchester OR London OR Newcastle OR Glasgow Contract role - 6 months rolling Inside IR35 - £65 / hour Umbrella A Principal Electrical Engineer is required to join a design consultancy on a 6-month rolling contract. The role is remote, but you MUST be willing to occasionally travel to either Manchester, London, Newcastle or Glasgow (dependent on your location). This role will be working in the Energy Transition industry working on low-carbon projects at all stages of maturity, including Feasibility Studies, Concept Design, FEED, Value Engineering and Detailed Design. Responsibilities Lead and support the development of practical, cost-effective and innovative engineering solutions in collaboration with wider project teams. Deliver electrical engineering projects from early-stage feasibility through to detailed design. Prepare and develop electrical deliverables including single line...

Civil / Structural Engineer Remote with occasional visits to the office Location - Manchester OR London OR Newcastle OR Glasgow Contract role - 6 months rolling Inside IR35 - £65 / hour Umbrella A Civil / Structural Engineer is required to join a design consultancy on a 6-month rolling contract. The role is remote, but you MUST be willing to occasionally travel to either Manchester, London, Newcastle or Glasgow (dependent on your location). This role will be working in the Energy Transition industry working on low-carbon projects from early-stage development through construction, operation and eventual decommissioning. Responsibilities Developing Civil & Structural solutions across Feasibility, Concept, FEED, Value Engineering and Detailed Design stages. Producing structural 3D models, design reports, GA drawings, pipe support designs, foundation envelopes and RC detailing etc. Supporting the development of plant layouts and integrated 3D plant models. Working with...

Roles & Responsibilities Project Engineer Project Engineers take responsibility for specific work packages (DWPs, Vendor Design, Sub‑Contractor Design) and contribute to the design, coordination, assurance, procurement interface, and on‑site delivery of their assigned scope of work. Assurance Single point of responsibility for review of documents submitted within an assigned package. Ensure design reviews consider, as a minimum: Compliance with project technical requirements and NG/SPEN standards Buildability, maintainability, and operability Identification and mitigation of safety hazards as far as reasonably practicable Demonstrable coordination of all interfaces Adequate identification of temporary works requirements Identify the need for input from other disciplines/functions and coordinate their involvement in reviews. With support from Project Controls, track client reviews and coordinate timely close‑out of review comments with the relevant designers. Manage all...

One of our clients operating within the energy and power infrastructure sector is seeking a Project Planner to support the delivery of complex EPC projects across the UK. This role is critical in ensuring clear planning, scheduling, and performance visibility throughout the full project lifecycle, from early bid stages through to construction and commissioning. Key Responsibilities Support EPC projects from the proposal stage through to execution, covering Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project schedules aligned to project objectives and contractual requirements Establish baseline programmes and manage ongoing schedule updates and progress reporting Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure visibility of milestones, deadlines, and overall project status Review, validate, and integrate subcontractor and supplier schedules and WBS structures into the overall master programme Monitor...

Job Title: Site Coordinator - Hornsea Project (Onshore) Location: Billingham Contract Details: Temporary contract - 6 months Rotational schedule: 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off 84 hours per week | 12‑hour shifts Salary: £20.00 - £30.00 per hour, depending on experience About Our Client: Our client is a leading organisation delivering large‑scale construction projects within the energy and infrastructure sector. They are currently supporting the Hornsea onshore project and are seeking a Site Coordinator to support efficient, safe, and compliant site operations during a critical phase of delivery. Benefits & Perks: Competitive hourly rate based on experience Opportunity to work on a flagship renewable energy project Supportive and collaborative site environment Rotational working pattern offering extended periods of time off Valuable experience within construction and renewablesResponsibilities: Support daily site operations through effective coordination and...

Site Coordinator (SCO) Rate: £20.00 - £30.00 per hour (PAYE) (Umbrella rate available on request) Contract Duration: 01/06/2026 - 28/01/2028 Working Pattern: 84 hours per week 12-hour shifts Rotational schedule: 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off Overtime: N/A Work Type: Onshore / Site-based Role Overview We are recruiting an experienced Site Coordinator (SCO) to support the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of large-scale construction projects. The Site Coordinator manages administrative and coordination activities on site and acts as a central point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders involved in project execution. The role reports functionally to Site Management and disciplinarily to the Back Office Team Lead. You will play a critical role in daily planning, coordination, reporting, and communication, ensuring site operations align with company procedures, policies, and safety standards. Mission of the Function The Site Coordinator contributes directly...

Highway Engineer Overview: My client in the North East is seeking an Highway Engineer to provide technical leadership across a varied programme of highway schemes. This role is design-focused and will involve working on highway maintenance and improvement projects, including minor works such as footways, resurfacing, and localised drainage improvements. Key Responsibilities: ·Work on the technical design and delivery of the annual highway maintenance and improvement programme. ·Produce and oversee detailed engineering designs, drawings, and standard details using AutoCAD. ·Deliver schemes from concept through to construction, ensuring designs are safe, compliant, and buildable. ·Ensure all designs meet CDM 2015 requirements, including preparation of relevant pre-construction information. ·Undertake site visits for surveys, feasibility assessments, and technical input during construction. ·Contribute to the delivery of both major and minor works, including footway schemes,...

NEC Project Manager Vacancy About the Role: Our client in the North East is urgently seeking an experienced NEC Project Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of major highways and public realm projects. This is a critical appointment to support the successful delivery of high-value schemes already in construction while preparing for a new pipeline of works due to launch in the spring. This position requires someone who is highly experienced in NEC contract management, confident leading on-site operations, and able to drive projects forward at pace. You will be the go-to project lead, responsible for contractual, commercial, technical, and coordination aspects from inception to completion. Key Responsibilities: ·Lead the full lifecycle delivery of various highways schemes under NEC contracts. ·Manage all NEC contract administration including early warnings, compensation events, programme updates, and contractual communications. ·Provide strong on-site project leadership,...

Company Description Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements.  Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions. Job Description As a Principal EC&I Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering some of our most exciting and complex projects. You’ll provide technical leadership across Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) disciplines, supporting a diverse portfolio of high-impact programmes. 🔑 Key Responsibilities 🔹 Technical Leadership 🧠 Lead EC&I engineering delivery for complex systems and projects 🏗️ Act as Lead Engineer on large-scale projects and support project...