39 construction jobs found in Newcastle-under-Lyme

The Construction Manager is responsible for the safe, compliant, and commercially effective delivery of high-voltage substation construction packages within a National Grid transmission or distribution framework. Operating as the principal point of accountability on site, this role bridges the client interface, design teams, and self-delivery / subcontract workforce to drive projects from mobilisation through to energisation and handover. The Construction Manager will typically lead packages valued between £5m and £50m+ across new-build, refurbishment, and operational (live) substation environments at voltages up to and including 400kV. Key responsibilities * Take full accountability for the safe delivery of all construction activities on site, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015, National Grid safety rules, and the principal contractor's SHEQ management system * Lead and co-ordinate multi-discipline site teams covering civil, electrical, M&E, and commissioning...

Construction Manager - HighwaysBarnsley Area 6‑Month Contract £420-£480 per day (Inside IR35) Your New CompanyA leading organisation delivering a range of highways and civil engineering schemes across South Yorkshire is looking to appoint an experienced Construction Manager. You will join a well‑established team managing multiple small‑scale highways projects and ensuring safe, efficient delivery. Your New RoleYou will oversee 5-6 concurrent highways projects, ensuring all works are delivered to programme, budget, and quality standards. Typical schemes may include: Bridge joint replacements Drainage installations Surfacing works Landscaping Signage installation General civils activitiesThis role is predominantly office‑based, with occasional site visits as required. Key Responsibilities Labour planning and resource coordination Liaising with supply chain partners and main clients Full project management from planning through to completion Booking and coordinating Traffic...

Reporting to the Planning Lead, this Senior Planner opportunity is offered on a short-term basis to provide parental cover. You will play a key role in maintaining and developing project programmes to ensure schemes remain on schedule from early design through to completion and handover. Initially focused on pre-construction, you will oversee the design programme and progressively build a comprehensive delivery schedule as design information becomes available. The programme will then be actively managed throughout the construction phase to final closeout. Key Responsibilities Develop detailed tender and contract programmes using the agreed planning software, integrating design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover activities across the full project lifecycle Identify and analyse the critical path, providing clear insight to the project team and client, along with recommendations for corrective action Establish and maintain programme baselines, managing...

Health & Safety Advisor ·Role: Health & Safety Advisor / HSE Advisor ·Location: Cheshire ·Type: Freelance Contract ·Rate: £400/day Outside IR35 ·Sector: Highways Are you a hands-on Health & Safety Advisor with highways experience who actually enjoys being out on site and making a difference? A growing construction and infrastructure business is expanding its Health & Safety team due to a major increase in high-value projects across the North West, meaning they need experienced people who can hit the ground running. This is an opportunity for a practical, proactive H&S Advisor who enjoys inspections, engaging with site teams, reviewing risk assessments, and being visible on live projects rather than sitting behind a desk.   They are specifically looking for someone who: ·Has Highways or Civil Engineering experience ·Is comfortable carrying out site inspections and audits ·Can review and challenge RAMS and risk assessments ·Takes a practical approach...

Job Title: Wash Operative (Steam Bay Labourer / Cleaner) Location: Barton Under Needwood Shift: Afters (will initially start on days) Afters hours: Monday to Friday, 2:30pm - 1:00am (four day week) payrate: competitive, depending on experience. Contract: Initially 6 months, with a good chance of extension and potential to become permanent Job Overview We are currently seeking a Front Wash Operative (Steam Bay Cleaner) to join the Engine Strip & Transmission team at the Barton Under Needwood site. The role focuses on cleaning vehicles and components, packing and wrapping parts, and supporting general labouring duties across the site. This is a hands-on position suited to someone reliable, flexible, and comfortable working with industrial equipment. Key Responsibilities * Clean vehicles and components including rafts, engines, raft frames, and transmissions using pressure washer and steam bay equipment * Prepare machinery and vehicles for delivery * Pack and shrink-wrap...

Job Title: Wash Operative (Steam Bay Labourer / Cleaner) Location: Barton Under Needwood Shift: Afters (will initially start on days) Afters hours: Monday to Friday, 2:30pm - 1:00am (four day week) payrate: competitive, depending on experience. Contract: Initially 6 months, with a good chance of extension and potential to become permanent Job Overview We are currently seeking a Front Wash Operative (Steam Bay Cleaner) to join the Engine Strip & Transmission team at the Barton Under Needwood site. The role focuses on cleaning vehicles and components, packing and wrapping parts, and supporting general labouring duties across the site. This is a hands-on position suited to someone reliable, flexible, and comfortable working with industrial equipment. Key Responsibilities * Clean vehicles and components including rafts, engines, raft frames, and transmissions using pressure washer and steam bay equipment * Prepare machinery and vehicles for delivery * Pack and shrink-wrap...

The Project Commercial Manager (Works Contracts) will report to the Senior Project Commercial Manager and will be part of a major, commercial-scale construction project to build a stability Island and long-duration energy storage facility in Carrington.   Supported by a team of NEC Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors the Project Commercial Manager (Works Contracts) will be responsible for: Managing the commercial aspects of the project works contracts. Working collaboratively and constructively with the Project Team and the supply chain to develop effective relationships and drive project success. Developing and assuring commercial reporting across these contracts. Key tasks, activities and responsibilities of the role   Main Scope of Responsibilities:   Contract Management: Lead the contract administration of various works contracts including Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation and various Civils work mainly operating under NEC forms of contract. Monitor contractor...

The Commercial and Procurement Lead will report to the Senior Project Commercial Manager and will be part of a major, commercial-scale construction project to build a stability Island and long-duration energy storage facility in Carrington.   Supported by a Procurement Manager and Procurement Specialist the Commercial and Procurement Lead will be responsible for: Maintaining the Procurement Plan for all UK based activities and ensuring all contracts are placed in line with the project schedule. Performing the Commercial Panel Secretary role. Provide commercial advice, direction and guidance to Package Leads across various contracts ranging from consultancy services, logistics services, materials and equipment supplies. Assuring adherence to processes and procedures across the project. Developing and assuring commercial reporting across these frameworks and contracts. Developing and maintaining a comprehensive contract register for the project. Liasing with Finance and Accounts...

What we need: Carrington West are looking for a reliable Site Agent with highways experience to work with our client, a major contractor on a National Highways scheme in Shropshire.    Working for a major contractor to National Highways covering a major highways scheme, you will be expected manage established site and contact systems to control the flow of engineering information between the company and client.   Responsible for the performance of Supervisors and Engineers under your control, you will continually appraise and develop their skills, whilst generating and reviewing H&S paperwork and identifying engineering discrepancies within the works information to resolve these issues to ensure works are constructed with the full agreement of the designer.   Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: ·Plan and oversee all aspects of a project from cradle to grave. ·Defining a project's scope and goals. ·Identify safe and unsafe working conditions....

NES Fircroft are partnering with our major Engineering & Services client to provide a Senior Control Systems Design Engineer for a major Nuclear project. Long-term project with potential for 3+ years work. Mon-Fri minimum 37hrs per week. Hybrid working available 3 days in Warrington office per week, with occasional visits to site in Cumbria if necessary.  Overview of the Senior Control Systems Design Engineer: To work within the end client's design team, leading a team of Programmable Electronic System (PES) based Control System Design Engineers delivering, supporting others delivering and checking designs/updates to meet functional and business needs.  The procurement, integration, installation and commissioning of the designs/updates is undertaken by others, hence is outside the scope of this particular role.     Essential: Academic Qualification: Minimum - HNC Professional Qualification: Minimum - Incorporated Engineer Experience of SCADA/PLC control systems and...

NES Fircroft are partnering with our major Engineering & Services client to provide an Electrical Design Engineer for a major Nuclear project. Long-term project with potential for 3+ years work. Mon-Fri minimum 37hrs per week over 4.5 days. Hybrid working available 3 days in Warrington office per week. Overview of the Senior Control Systems Design Engineer: To work within the end client's design team delivering, supporting others delivering and checking electrical design packages to meet safety, functional and business needs.    Essential: Academic Qualification: Minimum - HNC Professional Qualification: Minimum - Incorporated Engineer Proven experience successfully delivering as an Electrical Design Engineer on external multidiscipline projects, from concept design through to handover, with a working knowledge of the appropriate Engineering Standards governing the following works: Electrical Supply Infrastructure: Small power, lighting and earthing Experience...

Our client, a distinguished project controls consultancy in the nuclear sector, is seeking two experienced Cost Engineers to join their expanding team. This is a contract position with hybrid working arrangements available, supporting major projects across the UK. Key Responsibilities: Assess contractor dashboards and provide recommendations where needed Brief the Project Manager on the cost status of works Coordinate the implementation and day-to-day running of the Project Change / Trend programme Monitor timely raising and closure of Trends Use the Trend Database and support weekly trend meetings to update AFC Job Requirements: Security Clearance (SC Clearance) is mandatory Previous experience as a Cost Engineer or in a similar role Extensive knowledge of cost engineering fundamentals, including estimating, cost control, and cost analysis Strong understanding of NEC contract knowledge and operational implementation Ability to function as part of an integrated team, covering...

E&I Design Engineer Altrad are currently looking for an E&I Design Engineer to join the Silos PFCS Supporting Projects E&I Design Team. The role will focus on delivering, supporting and checking engineering design packages that meet safety, functional and business requirements across a range of electrical infrastructure and instrumentation projects. Key Deliverables: * Deliver E&I design packages in line with safety, functional and business requirements. * Support other engineers in the delivery of E&I design activities. * Undertake independent checking and verification of engineering design packages. * Ensure designs comply with applicable engineering standards, company procedures and project requirements. * Produce and review engineering documentation from concept design through to handover. * Develop electrical design solutions for small power, lighting and earthing systems. * Interface with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure...

Project Manager Major AMP8 Water Infrastructure Projects | Full-Time A leading Tier 1 engineering and construction contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of a major long-term water infrastructure framework across the North West and Cumbria. Working as part of one of the UK's largest AMP8 programmes, you will play a key role in delivering complex water and wastewater projects ranging from £10m to £600m in value. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative alliance environment, working alongside client teams, delivery partners and specialist supply chain organisations to improve critical water infrastructure for millions of customers. The Role As Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of either a major capital project or a portfolio of smaller schemes, managing projects throughout their full lifecycle from design and procurement through construction, commissioning and handover. You will provide...

£28-32/hour Umbrella PAYE Exciting Opportunity for a Highway Inspector in Derbyshire An excellent opportunity has arisen for a reliable and experienced Highway Inspector to join my client's highway maintenance team in Nottinghamshire. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the safe condition of the highway network, assisting with reactive maintenance works and statutory inspections in line with the Highways Act 1980. The ideal candidate will have experience in highway inspection and maintenance, with a strong focus on safety, record-keeping, and compliance. The main duties of the Highway Inspector include: ·Inspecting, investigating and ordering necessary works to maintain the highway network safely. ·Conforming to relevant legislation, policy and codes of practice for highway maintenance. ·Maintaining accurate records for inspection, maintenance and to support statutory defence in case of legal claims. ·Investigating third-party insurance claims, providing inspection...

OLG Recruitment are currently looking for a Projects E&I Design Engineer for our client located in Warrington. This is a contract position for a minimum of 10 months. This role has been assessed as inside IR35, PAYE only. You will be required on site 3 days per week and 2 days from home. Aim: To work within the Projects E&I design team delivering, supporting others delivering and checking design packages to meet safety, functional and business needs. Essential: * Academic Qualification: HNC * Professional Qualification: Incorporated Engineer * Security Clearance: SC * Hours: 37 hours over 4½ days a week * Location: Working 3 days a week minimum at Hinton House, Warrington, Cheshire Experience: * Minimum 3 years successfully delivering as an Electrical Design Engineer on external multidiscipline projects, from concept design through to handover, with a working knowledge of the appropriate Engineering Standards governing the following works: *...

£35-45/hour Umbrella, 12 month initial contract Exciting Opportunity for a Site Agent in the East Midlands This role will play a key part in supporting the delivery of highway and public realm projects across the East Midlands. The successful candidate will be someone who can confidently supervise works on site, ensure projects are delivered safely and to a high standard, and support the wider highways team with contractor management, programme delivery, and project coordination activities. The main duties of the Site Agent include: ·Managing the delivery of highway and public realm construction and maintenance schemes. ·Acting as the main point of contact for external contractors and framework partners on site. ·Managing project programmes, phasing plans, and traffic management arrangements. ·Monitoring contractor performance, workmanship, quality, and specification compliance. ·Maintaining weekly site reporting, including progress, issues, quality, and Health & Safety...

Design Engineer – Didsbury – 6 Month initial Contract – Civil Engineering (House Builder) - £250 - £300 per day via Umbrella PAYE) Location: Didsbury, Manchester Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm (flexible start/finish times available) Summary We are seeking a skilled Design Engineer to join a dynamic technical team responsible for delivering innovative and practical design solutions for civil infrastructure, roads, sewers, and groundwork packages across multiple housing development sites in the region. Reporting to the Technical Director, you will play a key role in producing hands-on designs, managing legal agreements, and supporting site teams with technical queries. The role offers a varied workload with a focus on sustainability, value engineering, and compliance with evolving building and environmental legislation. This position suits an individual with a strong engineering background, ideally with experience in...

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...

Electrical Site Supervisor - National Grid Substations Location: Manchester Contract Length: 12 Months Rate: £350 - £380 per day Ltd Turner Lovell is currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Site Supervisor to support the delivery of National Grid substation project in the Northwest. This is an excellent opportunity to join a High Voltage project management specialist with a strong pipeline of UK transmission and renewable energy projects. The successful candidate will work on National Grid projects involving GIS substations across 132kV-400kV voltage levels. Previous experience supervising electrical installation activities on UK National Grid projects is essential. The Electrical Site Supervisor will oversee day-to-day site activities during the construction, installation, and commissioning phases, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme requirements. Duties: Supervise electrical installation works on National Grid substation...