18 engineering jobs found in Letchworth Garden City

Electrical Construction Manager – Utility-Scale Solar Project Location: South East England Contract: 12 Months IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Rate: £500-£600 per day Sector: Renewable Energy / Utility-Scale Solar Project: Industrial / Utility-Scale Solar Development The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced Electrical Construction Manager to support the delivery of a major utility-scale solar project in the South East of England. Working on behalf of the project delivery team, you will take responsibility for the electrical construction package throughout the build phase, overseeing site activities from installation through to testing, commissioning and handover. This is a 12-month contract operating outside IR35 and would suit an experienced Electrical Construction Manager with a strong background in utility-scale solar, renewable energy, power generation or major electrical infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Manage and coordinate all electrical...

Civil & Structural Engineer Location: Stratford, London - 3 days onsite Contract: 5 months initially, rolling Rate: £420 per day Umbrella, Inside IR35 Working Pattern: Hybrid About the Role We are seeking an experienced Civil or Structural Engineer to support the safe delivery of third-party development and infrastructure works close to operational transport infrastructure. The role involves engineering assurance, technical document review, infrastructure risk assessment and stakeholder management, working closely with developers, designers, contractors and internal assurance teams. Key Responsibilities Review engineering documents, designs, assessments and monitoring reports. Assess risks to operational infrastructure from construction and development activities. Manage interfaces between developers, designers, contractors and assurance teams. Coordinate specialist technical reviews and obtain relevant consents and access. Review construction, demolition and...

Principal Commercial Planner Contract: 6 months Rate: £450 per day Umbrella Location: Central London The Opportunity An exciting opportunity for an experienced Principal Commercial Planner to support major property development and regeneration schemes across London. Working from a client-side/landowner perspective, you will support major development opportunities, working closely with development partners, local authorities, consultants and internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead planning appraisals for major development opportunities. Prepare and coordinate planning applications and supporting documentation. Provide planning advice throughout the development lifecycle. Engage and negotiate with local authorities and key stakeholders. Support planning policy, Section 106, CIL and S278 matters. Represent the planning function at senior stakeholder meetings. Manage consultants and support junior team members. Identify opportunities to maximise development and...

Architect / Building Surveyor / Building Engineer - Design Manager / Project Engineer Location: Southwark / Stratford / Hybrid Working: 50% home working / 50% office and site-based Contract:6 months initially Start Date: ASAP Rate: Dependent on experience and competency The Role We are looking for an experienced Architect, Building Surveyor or Building Engineer with Design Management experience to support London Underground Renewals. You will work as a Design Manager / Project Engineer, coordinating different engineering disciplines, managing design information and supporting the London Underground assurance process. This is a varied role involving office, home and site-based working within a multidisciplinary engineering team. Key Responsibilities Coordinate design and engineering activities across different disciplines. Support the delivery of London Underground renewal projects. Manage design interfaces and technical information. Support the London Underground...

Engineering Technical Assurance Engineer x2 West London (5 Days Onsite - Non-Negotiable) Negotiable rate depending on experience We are recruiting 2 Engineering Technical Assurance Engineers to support a major rail infrastructure project focused on systems integration on shafts and tunnels. Key Responsibilities: Assure engineering designs and technical documentation. Coordinate engineering deliverables across multiple contractors. Manage the assurance process, ensuring approvals, certifications, and signatures are in place. Hold contractors accountable for meeting project assurance and compliance requirements. Liaise with engineering and project teams to ensure seamless integration across disciplines.Requirements: Experience in Engineering Assurance, Design Assurance, or Technical Governance. Background in major railway projects or major infrastructure projects in the UK where multi-contractor and stakeholder interface and integration has been required. Strong stakeholder...

Senior Engineer - Construction Engineering & Assurance Location: Southwark / predominantly site-based Rate: £529 per day umbrella Contract: 6-month contract We are currently recruiting for a Senior Engineer - Construction Engineering & Assurance to support a major London Underground upgrade programme. This is a predominantly site-based role, providing construction engineering expertise across a range of civil engineering assets and ensuring works are delivered safely, to the required standards and in line with contractual requirements. Key Responsibilities Provide construction engineering and assurance input across the project lifecycle. Lead and support construction quality assurance, including surveillance, supervision and inspections. Review and manage design submissions coming into site. Provide technical input on constructability, construction methods and temporary works. Act as, or support, the NEC Supervisor where required. Ensure construction activities...

Electrical Design Engineer Central London Contract OR Permanent We're looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to support the delivery of major Infrastructure Design & Build, Upgrade and Enhancement Projects across the Rail, Highways and Construction sectors. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be involved in the design and delivery of electrical building services and infrastructure systems, supporting projects from concept through to installation and commissioning. This opportunity is ideal for an engineer looking to further develop their experience on large-scale infrastructure projects. Requirements Experience in Electrical Building Services Design. Experience of LV Power Distribution, Small Power, Lighting, Fire Alarms, Security Systems and Building Services Infrastructure. Experience working on Rail, Highways OR Infrastructure projects Degree, HND/HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.What's On Offer? Open...

Works Inspector - London Contract: 12 months initially, potential extension Location: London - site based Rate: £402-£407/day Umbrella We are recruiting for an experienced Works Inspector to support major construction and transport infrastructure projects across London. Key Responsibilities Inspect and supervise construction works on site. Inspect reinforced concrete (RC) works and review reinforcement drawings. Review and implement Inspection Test Plans (ITPs). Undertake independent examinations and quality inspections. Monitor structural steelwork installations. Oversee highways works, including waterproofing and surfacing. Identify and escalate quality or technical issues where required. Essential Experience Strong reinforced concrete inspection/delivery experience. Comprehensive ITP experience. Highways construction experience, particularly waterproofing and surfacing. Previous site inspection or supervision experience. Civil engineering, highways, rail or...

Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager (APM) - Rail Communications London & South East (Office & Site Based) £Negotiable Contract | Outside IR35 We are looking for a Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of rail communications projects across London and the South East. Working on projects for Network Rail, TfL and other infrastructure clients, you'll assist with the day-to-day management and engineering delivery of CCTV, Public Address (PA) and Access Control installations from planning through to commissioning and handover. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move into a project management career, gaining exposure to major rail communications infrastructure programmes while working alongside experienced Project Managers. Requirements Background in delivering installation and Commissioning projects for CCTV, PA, Access Control or Rail Communications systems Experience within Network Rail, TfL, London...

Job Title: Back End Software Engineer Location: Remote (Quarterly Planning Sessions Required) Remuneration: £600 per day via Umbrella Company Contract Details: Fixed Term Contract, 6 Months (Scope for Extension) Overview Our client is seeking a senior Back End Software Engineer to take the reins in designing, building, and supporting scalable cloud and on-premise platforms. This exciting role focuses on enhancing system performance, reliability, security, and automation while collaborating with development, QA, DevOps, and operational teams. The successful candidate will be a technical subject matter expert, driving engineering best practises and operational excellence in an Agile environment. Responsibilities: Design and deploy scalable, high-performance backend systems and platforms. Monitor, maintain, and optimise large-scale distributed systems. Automate deployments, infrastructure provisioning, and configuration management processes. Lead incident resolution,...

Planning Manager - Major Infrastructure Rate: £450 per day Umbrella Location: London Contract: 6 month contract We are seeking an experienced Planning Manager to support a major infrastructure project, providing leadership and technical expertise across the planning function. Key Responsibilities Manage complex project and programme schedules across multiple contractors. Develop, update and monitor client programmes and critical paths. Identify schedule risks and issues, providing mitigation and recovery plans. Produce programme progress, performance and summary reports for senior stakeholders. Review contractor programmes, compensation events and schedule-related commercial matters. Lead planning workshops and agree progress reporting with contractors. Provide guidance and supervision to project planners. Improve planning processes, methodologies and reporting standards. Essential Experience Strong experience in project/programme planning within major infrastructure...

Client: Working throughout several sectors including commercial, residential, education, the business has seen a significant amount of growth in the last 5 Years. With a traditional engineering mindset and reinvestment into new principals, the business expects 2026 to be a similar period of growth. After a successful year they are now looking to increase turnover to £230M, consequently they are looking to expand their operations team. Despite their size, my client are a family owned and run business and this is a trait they pride themselves on with well over 80% of their clients using them on multiple occasions because of the nature of the business. Role: Senior Electrical Engineer – London – Salary £80,000 - 95,000 + Full Travel Expenses + Pension + Healthcare + Bonus The successful candidate will be working on a prestigious £25m Commercial Shell and core to Cat A project in London. Role/Responsibilities: ·      Read, understand and scrutinise Specifications ·      Assist...

Planning Manager - Major Infrastructure Project Location: London - Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week on site) Rate: £525 per day Contract: Initial 12 month contract, with ASAP start The Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Planning Manager to support a major infrastructure programme in London. The successful candidate will provide planning leadership across a complex, multi-contractor environment, acting as a key point of contact for project teams and contractors. You will be responsible for maintaining and managing integrated programmes, identifying emerging risks and providing clear schedule intelligence to support successful project delivery. This is an opportunity for a proactive planning professional who can act as a trusted advisor to Project and Programme Managers, rather than simply maintaining schedules. Key Responsibilities Manage and maintain complex project and programme schedules across multiple contractors and suppliers. Integrate contractor...

Role Overview: We are looking for a Hygiene Operative to provide excellent service standards for the delivery of routine planned and periodic cleaning for a customer. The role holder will be responsible for meeting all SLA agreements whilst adhering to the cleaning schedules. In your new role, you will carry out general High Risk and Low Risk hygiene tasks Key Responsibilities: Carry out cleaning duties in accordance with station cleaning schedules and operational requirements Clean public-facing areas including platforms, waiting areas, shelters, seating, stairways, lifts, and station facilities Clean and maintain staff and public toilets, ensuring high hygiene standards at all times Empty bins and dispose of waste safely in line with environmental and rail industry procedures Use cleaning equipment and materials correctly and safely (e.g. mops, scrubber machines, and cleaning chemicals) Maintain cleanliness in high-footfall and safety-critical areas, ensuring platforms are...

Rate: £68.16 per hour PAYE + holiday pay Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Initial 3-month assignment - potential to become permanent for the right candidate Start: ASAP IR35: Inside IR35 Working Pattern: Minimum 3 days per week onsite / undertaking visits ## The Role We are recruiting an experienced Building Control Interim Lead to take operational responsibility for the delivery and leadership of a Building Control service across North Northamptonshire. This is a senior interim appointment with responsibility for Building Control Surveying, Technical and Business Support, ensuring the service meets statutory requirements and Building Safety Regulator standards. ## Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Building Control service. Provide professional advice on all aspects of Building Control and Building Safety. Ensure compliance with statutory Building Control and Building Safety requirements. Lead implementation of the Building Safety Levy. Maintain quality assurance...

Location: Thrapston, North Northamptonshire – Hybrid Rate: £75 per hour Umbrella Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: 3 months initially, with potential extension Start: 7 September 2026 Working Hours: 9:00am–5:30pm Onsite: Minimum 3 days per week, including site visits DVLA Check: Required ### The Role We are recruiting an experienced Building Control Interim Lead to take operational and strategic responsibility for a Building Control service within a large public-sector organisation. This is a senior leadership assignment with responsibility for Building Control Surveying, Technical and Business Support, ensuring statutory compliance while driving performance, transformation and service improvement. The successful candidate will provide professional leadership on Building Control and Building Safety, oversee compliance with Building Safety Regulator requirements and lead implementation of the Building Safety Levy. ### Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Building Control...

NES Fircroft is recruiting for a leading international energy operator to recruit a Category Delivery Manager (Wells, Rigs & Subsurface) to support a major upstream development project in the Middle East. This role will be based in the UK hybrid working in Surrey/ London with regular travel to Iraq. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in one of the region's most significant field redevelopment programmes, supporting large-scale drilling, well intervention, facilities rehabilitation, and future growth activities. The successful candidate will lead procurement and commercial delivery across Wells, Rigs and Subsurface categories, ensuring strategic sourcing, contract management excellence, stakeholder alignment, and value creation across a complex operational environment. The Role Reporting to the project's senior procurement leadership team, you will act as the primary procurement business partner for Wells, Rigs and Subsurface functions, leading category strategy...

Systems Technician - Projects Location: London Rate: £461 per day Umbrella We are recruiting for Systems Technicians to support a major London tram network, carrying out inspection, maintenance, fault-finding and repair across a range of critical systems. Key Responsibilities Planned and preventative maintenance, inspections and repairs. Work across SCADA, communications, fibre optics, traction power, CCTV, radio, PABX, passenger information systems and LV systems. Record maintenance and asset information using electronic asset management systems. Identify asset deterioration and recommend remedial action. Support engineering teams and supervise external resources where required. Undertake relevant safety and on-call duties. Requirements National Certificate in Engineering or equivalent - essential. Experience in a systems/electrical engineering environment. Experience with SCADA and communications systems. Experience undertaking systems inspections and surveys....