14 construction jobs found in Plymouth

Site / Section Engineer Location: Plymouth Hours: 45 hours per week (07:30 – 17:00) Reporting to: Sub Agent / Agent About the Role We are seeking an experienced Site / Section Engineer to join a major infrastructure redevelopment project within a live MOD environment in Plymouth. This role will support the delivery of technically compliant works to design specification, ensuring construction is carried out safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards. The successful candidate will take responsibility for setting out, quality assurance, dimensional control, and providing engineering support to overcome technical challenges on site. Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required (process can take up to 8 weeks). Eligibility criteria: Candidates must: Hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country Have resided in the UK for the past 5 years Key Responsibilities Preparation and management of as-built drawings Establish and...

Senior/Principal EC&I Engineer Location: Plymouth (Hybrid) Contract Length: 12 months Rate: £500 Per Day Inside IR35 Site expectations: 3x a week, on-site We are seeking a Senior/Principal EC&I (Electrical, Control & Instrumentation) Engineer to join our Major Infrastructure Projects Business Unit, based in Plymouth. This role will primarily focus on managing and ensuring the delivery of site quality through the installation and commissioning of electrical activities at the submarine refit complex. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support, managing inspections, and ensuring that contractors adhere to project specifications and timelines. Key Responsibilities: Ensure the effective delivery of site quality by managing and supporting the installation and commissioning processes for electrical works in the submarine refit complex. Provide expert advice to the construction and project teams, communicating effectively with contractors and...

Assistant Survey Manager Location: Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard - 5 days on site  Hours: 42.5 per week (08:00–17:00) Carmichael UK is recruiting for an experienced Assistant Survey Manager to join a major long-term redevelopment project at Devonport Docks in Plymouth. This role is to manage the day to day survey works on site.  This role will support the Survey Manager in leading site surveying operations, maintaining high-quality data standards, and ensuring compliance with stringent QA/QC and QC1 procedures. You will play a key role in coordinating survey activities across multiple construction areas while helping to manage and develop a growing team of surveyors and technicians. Please note: Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. This process can take up to 8 weeks. Applicants must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. Key Responsibilities Support the Survey...

Carmichael UK are seeking a competent Section Engineer to join a major project in Plymouth on a long term basis.  Due to the site being a high Security base, additional security checks will need to be made – BPSS level of security clearance is required. These checks can take up to 4-6 weeks to process. Only candidates holding EU, NATO, 5 Eyes, or MISWG member passports and have been a UK residence for the last 5 years can be considered for this role. As a Section Engineer, you will be responsible for the following:  Manage in the preparation of ‘as-built drawings’. Establishing effective systems to record work completed updating the Project Quality Plan accordingly. To manage in managing systems to enable the progress of work to be reviewed against time, quality, dimensions and quantity. Assist in the recording and testing of workmanship and materials, i.e., drainage, concrete, piling, brickwork etc. Provides engineering support to ensure technical problems are overcome...

Our client a well known and reprital business within the Nuclear industry are actively looking to hire a Lead Civil Engineer tp be based onsite in Plymouth. Job Title: Lead Civial Engineer Location: Plymouth Duration: 46 Weeks Hourly Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35 / Umbrella) Days/Hours Per Week: 5 Days - 40 Hour Week Typical activities will include: Identify project functional requirements, Works Information, preparation of GI specifications, responding to Technical Queries, Requests for Information (RFI) for the project. Manage engineering support to the project. Support project optioneering process. Review and accept project drawings and documentation. Manage detailed design activities in accordance with project standards. Carry out technical assessment/approval of contractors work instruction/method statements/risk. Assessments: Provide technical supervision of construction/deconstruction activities to ensure compliance with design intent. Specify and provide technical...

Assistant Project Manager (APM) / NEC3 Supervisor Location: Plymouth Security Requirement: UK National with valid SC Clearance (or eligible to obtain) The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager / NEC3 Supervisor to support the successful delivery of a major capital infrastructure project within a highly regulated, nuclear safeguarding environment. This is a pivotal role supporting the Project Manager in driving performance across programme, cost, quality, safety, and contract administration. You will work within a collaborative and high-performing team, engaging with senior stakeholders and ensuring construction activities are delivered to the highest standards of compliance, quality, and safety. The successful candidate will be delivery-focused, commercially aware, and confident operating within an NEC3/4 contractual framework. Key Responsibilities Assistant Project Manager (APM) Responsibilities Support the Project Manager in the management...

12 Month Contract (initially) Up to £65 per hour umbrella (Inside IR35) Full time on site Job Role: Ensure the delivery of site quality by managing, providing advice and support, and witnessing the installation and commissioning process through construction works in the submarine refit complex.  Primary focus will be Electrical activity. You will be accountable to the Lead Construction Manager for day-to-day planning matters. You will assist the construction and project team by providing advice and communicating with contractors and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve site issues / Technical Queries during construction in line with contract timescales. You will ensure the contractor adheres to the Scope of Works and Change Requests. You will undertake and record inspections to ensure adherence to scope and integrated test plans. The post operates as part of the Major Infrastructure Projects Business Unit. Key Responsibilities: Ensure the delivery of site Quality by...

ARM are recruiting a Residential Electrical Engineer to support a major project at Devonport Royal Dockyard. Reporting to the Lead Construction Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and assuring the quality of electrical installation and commissioning activities throughout the construction lifecycle. Your primary focus will be electrical works within facilities supporting submarine refit operations, ensuring compliance with scope, standards, and safety regulations. Key responsibilities: Ensuring delivery of site quality through active management, advice, and on-site support Witnessing installation and commissioning activities Managing day-to-day planning matters alongside the Lead Construction Manager Providing technical guidance to construction and project teams Resolving site issues and Technical Queries within contractual timescales Ensuring contractors adhere strictly to scope of works and approved change requests Conducting and recording inspections in...

An excellent, long term contract opportunity for a Security Cleared Resident Electrical Engineer, ideally with electrical power experience, to join a leading client based onsite, full time in Plymouth Devon. Hourly rate: £65.00, negotialbe. The purpose of the post is: Ensure the delivery of site Quality by managing, providing advice and support, and witnessing the installation and commissioning process through construction works in the submarine refit complex. Primary focus will be Electrical activity. You will be accountable to the Lead Construction Manager for day-to-day planning matters. You will assist the construction and Project team by providing advice and communicating with contractors and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve site issues/ Technical Queries during construction in line with contract timescales. You will ensure the contractor adheres to the Scope of works and Change requests. You will undertake and record inspections to ensure adherence to scope and...

Role: Resident Electrical Engineer Location: Devonport, Plymouth Duration: 12 months Inside IR35: Umbrella The purpose: Ensure the delivery of site Quality by managing, providing advice and support, and witnessing the installation and commissioning process through construction works in the submarine refit complex. Primary focus will be Electrical activity. You will be accountable to the Lead Construction Manager for day to day planning matters. You will assist the construction and Project team by providing advice and communicating with contractors and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve site issues/ Technical Queries during construction in line with contract timescales. You will ensure the contractor adheres to the Scope of works and Change requests. You will undertake and record inspections to ensure adherence to scope and integrated test plans. The post operates as part of the Major Infrastructure Projects Business Unit. Roles& responsibilities: Ensure the...

Job Title: Site Agent – Roads and Networks,  Location: Hinckley Point C, Somerset Company: Carmichael Recruitment Industry: Construction, Infrastructure About Carmichael Recruitment: Carmichael Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency supporting the construction and infrastructure sectors. We are known for delivering top-tier professionals for high-profile projects and are proud to play a key role in shaping the future of the UK’s infrastructure. Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled Site Agent with experience in roads, networks, highways, and drainage for an exciting role at Hinckley Point C, one of the UK’s most significant and complex nuclear projects. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers with a background in civil infrastructure to work on a cutting-edge, large-scale development. As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations on site, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with engineering standards for...

We are seeking an experienced Solar Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a 25MW ground-mounted solar farm in Exmouth, Devon. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the project site, managing Mechanical, Electrical, and Civils subcontractors to ensure the project is delivered safely, on time, and to specification. Key Responsibilities: Overall management of the solar farm construction site Coordination and supervision of Mechanical, Electrical & Civils subcontractors Ensuring H&S compliance across the site Managing programme, quality, and daily site activities Acting as the main point of contact for site operations Essential Requirements: Proven experience as a Solar Site Manager on ground-mounted solar projects of 10MW+ Strong understanding of solar construction methodologies Experience managing multi-discipline subcontractors Right to work in the UK Rate: £350-£400 per day, dependent on Solar Site Manager experience ersg are an equal...

We are seeking an experienced Solar Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a 25MW ground-mounted solar farm in Exmouth, Devon. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the project site, managing Mechanical, Electrical, and Civils subcontractors to ensure the project is delivered safely, on time, and to specification. Key Responsibilities: Overall management of the solar farm construction site Coordination and supervision of Mechanical, Electrical & Civils subcontractors Ensuring H&S compliance across the site Managing programme, quality, and daily site activities Acting as the main point of contact for site operations Essential Requirements: Proven experience as a Solar Site Manager on ground-mounted solar projects of 10MW+ Strong understanding of solar construction methodologies Experience managing multi-discipline subcontractors Right to work in the UK Rate: £300-£400 per day, dependent on Solar Site Manager experience ersg are an equal...

Controls Project Systems Engineer (PLC) £c40/hr ltd rate South East ABJ7685 Salary dependent on experience but c£35-£45/ hr ltd rate (outside IR35) Start Jan 2026 - 3m with view to extension ONSITE A new position for an experienced Controls Project Systems Engineer (PLC exp) is urgently required for a leading engineering services company to for new upcoming projects. As controls engineer you will be carrying out programming of Siemens S7-1500 PLCs using TIA Portal. As controls engineer experience you will be programming of WinCC SCADA systems - interfacing with multiple S7-1500 PLCs. - Failsafe programming would be desirable. As control engineer you will have the ability to be technical lead for a control panel and review electrical drawings, panel assembly. As control project engineer you will also have the ability to generate documentation such as test plans, Installation / commissioning & Operation / Maintenance Documentation. Mainly office based apart from when you go...