17 construction jobs found in Bicester

Procurement Specialist - Construction and Facilities 12 month contract (will extend) - £40ph inside IR35 - Hybrid We are supporting a leading UK organisation within the construction and facilities space to appoint a Procurement Specialist to support indirect procurement activity across multiple stakeholders. This role suits someone hands on, process driven, and commercially minded, with experience supporting tendering, supplier management, and contract activity within construction or facilities management. Key Responsibilities * Support the UK construction procurement strategy across indirect spend * Run and support competitive tender events using e procurement systems * Plan tender programmes and coordinate timelines with internal stakeholders * Source and engage suppliers across construction and facilities categories * Identify, capture, and record cost saving opportunities * Raise purchase orders during peak operational periods * Support preparation for procurement...

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading PLC residential developer who is looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support a new build residential project in Headington, Oxfordshire on an initial 3-month contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven QS to join a well-structured commercial team and hit the ground running on a live scheme. The Role As Freelance Quantity Surveyor, you’ll be responsible for day-to-day commercial management across the project, supporting delivery from a cost and contract perspective. Typical duties will include: * Managing subcontractor procurement, valuations and payments * Administering contracts and managing variations / change control * Supporting cost reporting and forecasting * Assisting with budget management and cost-to-complete updates * Working closely with the site and project teams to ensure commercial performance * Handling interim valuations, final accounts and subcontractor negotiations...

Health & Safety Manager – Major Civils (Contract) Location: Buckinghamshire Assignment Rate: £500 – £550 per day (Inside IR35) Job type: Contract Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days per week on site We are supporting a client organisation delivering one of the UK’s largest and most complex infrastructure programmes in the appointment of an experienced Health & Safety Manager on a contract basis. This role is operationally focused, with a strong site presence required to support live major civils works, while also allowing flexibility through a hybrid working arrangement. The position is suited to candidates with genuine major civils experience. Consultancy or light construction backgrounds will not be suitable. The Role You will operate as a site-embedded Health & Safety Manager, working closely with construction managers, engineers and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, compliantly and in line with Tier 1 standards. The role balances hands-on site...

Quality Inspector Banbury £25 - £30 per hour (Inside IR35) Full-time | Contract | 40 hours per week About the Role We are seeking a Quality Inspector to join a fast-growing and innovative company dedicated to cutting-edge manufacturing and sustainability. This is an exciting opportunity to support Supplier Quality and Quality Engineering activities while ensuring precision in complex mechanical components and assemblies. Key Responsibilities * Read and interpret technical documents, drawings, and specifications, including GD&T. * Perform visual and dimensional inspections on supplied, in-process, and finished components using CMM, shadowgraph, and manual equipment. * Accept or reject materials and components based on defined quality standards. * Develop and assist with Inspection Plans and Control Plans. * Manage reject documentation in line with company procedures. * Ensure measurement equipment remains accurate through calibration and maintenance. *...

Are you a MEP Engineering Manager with experience of working on major rail infrastructure projects? Have you overseen electrical design interfaces across rail infrastructure and station environments? Location: Chipping Warden / Greatworth (Banbury midpoint) Hybrid working: 3 days on site / office, 2 days WFH Rate: £(Apply online only) day inside IR35 Contract length: Until mid-2028 (circa 2.5 years) The Role We are seeking an experienced MEP Engineering Manager to act as the key design interface between the MEP subcontractor, main designer, and HS2. This role is critical in ensuring that MEP and electrical designs are coordinated, integrated, and delivered in line with HS2 requirements. The position is predominantly electrically biased, supporting single-storey station-type buildings comprising approximately 10 rooms, with limited mechanical scope. Key Responsibilities ·Act as the primary interface between HS2, the main designer, and the MEP subcontractor ·Manage and...

Senior Planner-Didcot-To £500.00 Per Day (Inside IR35) Due to the recent award of a Highways scheme in Didcot Oxfordshire, our client, a top 10 UK Civil Engineering Contractor have the need for a Senior Planner to join their team on these works that include Road Construction, Drainage, Pedestrian Footbridge and Utility works. Based from site offices, daily duties will include creating and updating the programme, critical path analysis and going between clause 31 and 32 with there likely being alot of Change Control involved in the project. To be considered for this role, you will be an experienced Planner who has worked within the Civil Engineering sector and ideally on Highways construction works. You will have solid experience in Primavera P6 with Clause 31/32 experience essential. In return, a top day rate is on offer along with a long term contract. This is a top role so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number...

Job Title: Product Owner (Electrical Power System) Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire Rate: £33.88ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £25.26ph PAYE Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed until March 2026) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week Reference: J(phone number removed) Job Description: The Vehicle Efficiency Team is responsible for vehicle efficiency across all programs with our client. EEM is part of the team and are responsible for electrical efficiency for all our client’s powertrain variants. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Owner Electrical Power System to drive the delivery and integration of a power supply system focusing on efficiency. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless planning, co-ordination and execution across cross-functional teams, with a strong emphasis on systems engineering principles. The successful candidate will take on a pivotal role ensuring alignment with customer expectations, technical feasibility, and...

Job Title: Senior Buyer (Automotive) Location: Gaydon Warwickshire Rate: £40.69ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £30.28ph PAYE Employment Type:Contract (12 month) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week Job Description: We are currently recruiting for multiple Buyer's to join our Automotive customer on a contract basis we have roles avaialble within Chassis, Delivery, Retail, In-direct, Direct, Body engineering. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Essential: * An individual who is results driven, demonstrates, tenacity, drive and perseverance, with the ability to deliver in a complex, highly demanding environment. * Commercial awareness and negotiation * Understand category management principles * Global business understanding and experience * Operational Contract Management experience * Relationship management - internal and external * Flexibility and agility to be able to adjust to changing business needs...

Job Title: Human Factors Engineer Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire (2-3 days per week onsite) Rate: £27.21ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £20.35ph PAYE Employment Type: Contract (31.3.26) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week Reference: J(phone number removed) Job Description: Key Responsibilities: * Support the development, cascading and ownership of Human Factors requirements for User Controls, including updates as appropriate. * Support the analysis of quality data relating to User Controls and use it to support requirement development and issue resolution. * Assist with the Human Factors input into the development of new physical user interfaces, ensuring Human Factors requirements are met. * Support the timely completion of Human Factors assessments (such as Human Error, Workload). * Completion of requirement testing, and report writing. * Support the resolution of issues with Stakeholders. * Support competitor benchmarking as well as...

Registered Building Inspector (Class 2 RBI+) – Berkshire – Up to £115k/Annum Location: Berkshire Contract: Initial 6 months (likely extension) Rate: £55 – £65 per hour (up to £9,620/month) IR35: Inside IR35 (Outside IR35 a possibility) Hours: Full-time hours Start Date: ASAP (notice periods considered for the right individual) Role Overview An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Building Inspector (Class 2 RBI+) to support a busy Building Control in/around the Berkshire area. The role offers a strong hourly rate, full-time hours, and flexibility around start date for the right candidate. Key Details * Class 2 RBI+ registration essential * Experience across a broad range of Building Control duties * Ability to manage your own caseload with minimal supervision * Strong knowledge of current Building Regulations and legislation * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Apply: For more information, please contact Ben...

Redhat Specialist +6 months + +Hybrid in Wokingham +SC cleared role - must be eligible for clearance +£386 a day Inside IR35 Skills: +Red Hat Enterprise Linux versions 8, 9, and 10 +Red Hat Satellite +Ansible Knowledge, Experience & Technical Expertise - Proven track record in the design, construction, and management of Red Hat Enterprise Linux versions 8, 9, and 10. - Demonstrated success in the design and management of Red Hat Satellite and Ansible Automation Platform. - Experienced in managing VMware solutions. - Proven leadership in guiding a small team of Red Hat subject matter experts (SMEs). - Strong understanding of network protocols and topologies. - Extensive customer-facing experience in an IT service role. - Methodical and positive approach to problem-solving. - Proficient in working effectively both independently and as part of highly productive small to medium-sized teams in an ITIL/DevSecOps based support environment. - Experience with...

Our OEM Client based in Coventry, is searching for an Indirect Buyer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a 12-month maternity leave cover contract position. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.56 per hour The Opportunity: Accountable for obtaining goods/services required by the organization including: Indirect Operations (e.g., Office Supplies, Computers, Travel, Maintenance, Machine Parts, etc.) Direct Operations (e.g., Raw Materials and Services for Manufacturing, Production or Construction; Products for Retail, etc.) Procurement processes include: Product/Service Sourcing Supplier Selection Pricing/Terms Negotiation Order Processing Contract Administration Supplier Performance Management May include Strategic Sourcing Level: A Senior Professional (P3) applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities typically include: Managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision. Coaching and...

A leading Defence organisation are looking for a proactive and organised Project Buyer to join their UK Construction procurement function in Stevenage. Role: Project Buyer Duration: 12-month contract Pay: Up to £40 p/hr (Inside IR35 via Umbrella) Location: Stevenage Working Pattern: Hybrid 2/3 days You'll play a key role in supporting competitive tendering, supplier management, contract negotiation, and ensuring the smooth running of procurement activities across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities: Running and supporting competitive tender events using e‑procurement tools. Planning tender programmes and coordinating meetings with internal stakeholders. Supporting supplier sourcing and identifying opportunities for cost savings. Managing and recording savings initiatives. Assisting with the raising of purchase orders during busy periods. Supporting Procurement Gate Reviews and resolving invoice queries. Leading low‑value, low‑complexity negotiations and working with...

We are recruiting for a Procurement Specialist for a leading Defence organisation based in either Stevenage or Bolton, This is a Hybrid role with 2 days a week on site, 3 days WFH. Please note this role will involve travel to other company sites around the country. You will provide support to the UK Construction procurement strategy with duties consisting but not limited too; o Running & supporting Competitive Tender Events via the e-procurement Tool o Planning Tender Programmes and agreeing meeting dates with stakeholders o Supplier Sourcing for the UK Construction Category o Identify savings opportunities, capture & record Savings o Provide support to raise Purchase Orders during busy period o Support the Indirect UK Construction Team in preparing for Procurement Gate Reviews o Support Indirect Procurement Team with invoice queries • Lead low value/low complexity negotiations with suppliers to optimise cost, delivery and quality of products • Understand and be...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit a Safety Engineer Subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  (The role will be split of working Onsite and Working From Home).    Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: £80ph (Umbrella) Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be 2-3 days per week onsite and 2-3 days working from home. Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview.   Safety Engineer Job Description: An opportunity has arisen for an engineer to exploit their safety engineering skills to influence the safety aspects of one of our technically complex products. While exploring the boundaries of best practice, this will involve...

Health & Safety Manager – Major Civils (Contract) Location: London Assignment Rate: £500 – £600 per day (Inside IR35) Job type: Contract Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days per week on site We are supporting a client organisation delivering one of the UK’s largest and most complex infrastructure programmes in the appointment of an experienced Health & Safety Manager on a contract basis. This role is operationally focused, with a strong site presence required to support live major civils works, while also allowing flexibility through a hybrid working arrangement. The position is suited to candidates with genuine major civils experience. Consultancy or light construction backgrounds will not be suitable. The Role You will operate as a site-embedded Health & Safety Manager, working closely with construction managers, engineers and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, compliantly and in line with Tier 1 standards. The role balances hands-on site...

World Class Defence Organisation based in is currently looking to recruit an Interconnects Design Engineer / Cable Harness Design Engineer.   The role does require Zuken E3 experience.      Rate: £60.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage, Bolton or Bristol – depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be a mix of onsite and remote working Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Interconnects Cable / Harness Design Engineer Job Description:   The role will be working within the Interconnects Team in Electronic Engineering (EE). EE aims to develop leading edge electronic engineering expertise, capabilities and technologies. The Interconnects Team forms a valuable part of this, tasked with providing a professional design...