14 construction jobs found in Knaresborough

A freelance opportunity inside IR35 exists for a Sub Agent, who has progressed through the ranks from Site Engineer to Section Engineer to Sub Agent, on major civil engineering infrastructure projects for a tier one or principal Contractor. Your proven delivery experience on heavy reinforced concrete structures like viaducts/bridges etc and earthworks fill, would be advantageous. Your duties will include - Oversee and guide Section, Site and Assistant Engineers to ensure effective engineering control and the proper documentation of activities. Foster positive relationships with stakeholder and joint venture partners as well as the supply chain. Encourage a cost-conscious mindset by efficiently utilizing company resources. Assist the Agent in managing the cost system, creating schedules, and preparing Quality Files (QF). Collaborate with commercial staff to ensure timely and accurate preparation of records for measurement and payment purposes. Promote the use of Building...

Site Supervisor Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to support the delivery of subcontract works on a long-term bridge construction project. This role will focus on supervising site activities, ensuring works are carried out safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards, with a strong emphasis on formwork and reinforced concrete (RC) operations. You will play a key role in coordinating the workforce, monitoring progress, and maintaining high standards across all site activities. Key Responsibilities Supervise day-to-day site activities on bridge construction works. Monitor subcontractors and operatives to ensure work is carried out safely and in accordance with specifications. Oversee formwork and reinforced concrete works, ensuring correct installation and quality standards are met. Assist in implementing method statements, risk assessments, and permits to work. Conduct regular site inspections and report any issues or...

A long term, inside IR35, opportunities exist for a Site Engineer on a major rail project in West Yorkshire. Civil Site Engineers experienced in improving and upgrading of over and underpasses, tunnels, reinforced concrete structures, bridges, embankments, earthworks, drainage etc on rail projects for tier one principal Contractors, on major rail projects, are sought. Regular duties will include Accurate setting out of the works under high pressure situations Interpreting the drawings and ensuring construction is to the specifications. Ensuring Quality as well as H&S standards are achieved. Management of subcontractors Produce records, as-builts and maintain a daily dairy. Ensure WPP and TBs are adhered to. Requirements: HND or Degree in Civil Engineering Solid experience gained working for a tier one or principal contractor on rail projects Competent in setting out and producing as-builts. Proven experience in a similar post Valid PTS is preferred....

We are seeking an experienced Steel Erector to join a short-term construction project in central Sheffield. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable Steel Erector looking for immediate work on structural steel installation. Start Date: ASAP, Location: Central Sheffield, Rate: Upto £25.00 per hour. Working Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm The successful Steel Erector will be working on the installation of secondary steelwork as part of a busy construction programme. You will be required to work accurately from engineering drawings and deliver high quality installation work while maintaining strict health and safety standards. Duties of the Steel Erector: * Installing secondary steelwork, including 100x50 PFC sections. * Completing drilled and bolted connections, including angled cleats. * Working from and interpreting engineering drawings accurately. * Ensuring all steelwork is installed in line with specification and tolerances. * Maintaining high standards of Health and...

Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation as a Work Service Engineer in Samlesbury (or Warton) full time onsite Would you like to join a global aerospace and defence organisation? Do you want to work as part of an organisation protecting people and maintaining maximum national security? Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for a Work Service Engineer to add to their talented, hardworking team in Samlesbury on an initial 12 month contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. This role will be offering £40.90 Umbrella per hour inside IR35 The role * The successful candidate will be required to perform tasks suitable to the internal level of this role. The role will contain, but will not be limited to, the following: * Liaising with both internal and external customer, engineering professionals, subject matter experts and professional consultancy support teams. *...

Overview: Our long-standing client is looking to appoint a BIM Manager to lead the development and implementation of BIM strategy, standards, and processes across the business on a 6-month FTC with the opportunity to be extended. This is a strategic and hands-on role, responsible for driving BIM adoption, ensuring high-quality model coordination, and supporting efficient project delivery across complex, multidisciplinary engineering projects. Key Responsibilities:BIM Strategy & Governance * Develop and implement BIM strategy, standards, and workflows aligned with business objectives * Ensure compliance with ISO 19650 and information management best practices * Manage BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) and project-specific requirements Model Coordination & Delivery * Lead multidisciplinary model coordination and clash detection * Ensure model accuracy, quality, and compliance with contractual and regulatory standards * Conduct audits of BIM models and...

Manage and administer NEC3 contracts in accordance with project and governance requirements - Control and implement contract variations efficiently, ensuring timely and compliant agreement - Maintain accurate cost control, monitoring, and forecasting - Valuation of construction works as they progress on site - Assist the Project Manager in commercial and cost matters in a proactive and diligent manner - Continuously improve the quality and reliability of cost forecasts and budgets - Work collaboratively with client and contractor teams to achieve project objectives, KPIs, and value outcomes - Demonstrate value for money of quotations, working with the contractor to drive best practice and value engineering Candidate Specification Essential: - Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline - NEC ECC accreditation and practical experience administering NEC3 ECC contracts - Hold, or be working towards, membership of an appropriate professional body or...

A leading engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior EICA Engineer to support a growing portfolio of water sector projects across the UK. This role offers flexible hybrid working, with the expectation of attending a Manchester office and project sites as required. This is a long term contract position, and can be outside ir35.  The Role Reporting to the Project Lead Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality Electrical, Control, Instrumentation & Automation (EICA) design solutions across major water frameworks. Key Responsibilities Deliver cost-effective design documentation aligned with client specifications and project requirements Produce outline and detailed EICA designs for water sector projects Conduct site surveys and provide technical input during project lifecycle Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and produce detailed reports Review and ensure compliance of subcontractor designs Prepare, check, and approve engineering...

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...

Senior EICA Engineer - Water Water Sector | Remote with visits to project site as required  | Long-term Contract | Outside IR35 | Competitive Rate The Opportunity We're recruiting a Senior Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation (EICA) Engineer to deliver design and technical expertise across multiple UK water sector frameworks. You'll produce outline and detailed EICA designs, manage technical documentation, conduct site surveys, and support commissioning activities on water infrastructure projects. Contract Details: Outside IR35 | Competitive rate | Remote working (With UK site visits as required) | Long-term contract This role is for an experienced water treatment engineer with extensive UK water project background. You'll be responsible for producing cost-effective, compliant EICA designs that can be effectively purchased, installed and commissioned. You'll conduct surveys, review supplier quotations, prepare technical assessments and ensure all designs meet...

Quality Engineer + 6 month FTC + £25-35/ hour + 4 day week Monday - Thursday I’m currently supporting a well-established engineering manufacturer who is looking to appoint an experienced Quality Engineer to support their technical and engineering output on a short-term basis. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in engineering drawing checking, CAD validation and manufacturing quality assurance, particularly within a steel fabrication / mechanical engineering environment. Quality Engineer main job responsibilities: * Check and approve engineering output (including all 3D Models, drawings, Bills of Material (MRP (BOM) and any documentation) for technical completeness, clarity of information, conformance with standards, dimensional accuracy, manufacturability and the correct specification of materials and processes. * Check and approve tolerance stack analyses for technical completeness and correctness, ensure cumulative tolerances do not render the...

Role: Engineering Checker * Contract: Initial 6 months * Working pattern: 4 days per week, Monday to Thursday (37 hours) * Hourly Rate: £35-40 p/h (PAYE) * Location: Office‑based, Bolton This Engineering Checker role offers an experienced mechanical engineer the chance to take ownership of technical quality and standards within a busy engineering environment. It’s a hands‑on position where your expertise will directly influence the accuracy, consistency and manufacturability of engineering output. Working four days per week, fully office‑based in Bolton, you’ll act as the final technical gatekeeper for drawings, models and documentation before they move into production or out to customers. The focus is clear: eliminate drawing errors, reduce NCRs and raise the overall quality bar across the department. What you’ll be doing * Checking and approving 2D drawings, 3D models, BOMs and engineering documentation for accuracy, completeness and compliance with standards...

This role is a Design Quality Engineer / Engineering Checker which is responsible for ensuring engineering output is accurate, consistent and compliant with customer specifications, internal standards and statutory regulations. Suited to an experienced mechanical engineering professional from a sheet metal or steel fabrication background, the position requires strong attention to detail, excellent knowledge of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes, and a proactive approach to quality and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Review and approve 3D models, engineering drawings, BOMs and technical documentation for accuracy, manufacturability and compliance with standards. Carry out tolerance stack analysis checks to ensure products remain functional, compliant and manufacturable. Maintain and improve engineering drawing standards in line with BS 8888:2017 and ISO 9001 procedures. Support the reduction of NCRs and drawing-related errors through detailed checking...