18 construction jobs found in Cambridge

Contract Type: Interim Contract Length: 12 months IR35 Status: Inside IR35 As the Procurement Lead you will take overall responsibility for leading the procurement function, managing professional procurement staff and delivering efficient, compliant and value‑driven procurement solutions. You will work closely with project teams and senior stakeholders to ensure procurement strategies support programme delivery, cost control and market resilience. This role requires a confident leader with strong commercial awareness, capable of operating at both strategic and hands‑on levels while driving continuous improvement and supplier performance. Key Responsibilities: * Lead and manage the construction procurement function and professional procurement team. * Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned to project programmes, budgets and organisational objectives. * Drive cost efficiencies through robust tendering, negotiation and value‑engineering initiatives. *...

P6 Planner with MSP knowledge required on Anglian Water.  This is with one of the civil engineering main contract partners. The role is expected to run until November. Please note you will be required to work in the office for this position. Due to our client's policy, this role has been deemed Inside IR35 the only options for payment are Umbrella PAYE (not CIS!!!) or PAYE itself (on a freelance, weekly-paid basis)

Experienced Street works Coordinator required by a long-established, national infrastructure contractor. Working within a team, this is an on-going position and you will be responsible for issuing new Streetworks permits to the Street Manager system and managing each permit to its conclusion, ensuring that work is carried out in accordance with the New Roads and Street Works Act  (NRSWA). It's imperative that you have strong organisational skills and can work proactively, accurately and to deadlines Having already worked in a Streetworks Coordinator role, you will know it requires confidence to liaise with Site Managers and respective Local Authorities. Key elements of the role: Co-ordinating with 3rd parties re. bus stop suspensions, parking suspensions and road closures, etc Coordinating & administering Section 50 licenses Analysing and responding to FPN's and Section 74 charges Respond to Highway Authority comments and modification requests Maintaining awareness...

Our client, a leading UK civil engineering contractor are seeking a MEICA Project Engineer to deliver design, installation, testing, and commissioning of MEICA systems for water infrastructure projects. You will manage direct and subcontracted works, liaise with DNOs, ensure compliance with WIMES standards, NEC contracts, and oversee FAT/SAT, HAZOP/ALM, and project handover. Key Requirements: Proven experience with MEICA systems: pumps, valves, transformers, RMUs, LV switchgear, PLCs, MCCs, RTUs, instrumentation, and SCADA/Telemetry. Experience delivering projects for regulated water companies. Knowledge of NEC contracts, hydraulic systems, power resilience, and WIMES standards. Authorised Person Electrical (desirable), SMSTS, EUSR, CSCS preferred. Experience within Pumping stations & Water projects. Design & precon focussed to start, and ideally strong Technical background.  Additional Info: This is a temporary opportunity and will require site-based / in-person...

We are recruiting an Interim Principal Building Control Surveyor for a leading Social Housing provider based in Essex, on a 3-month contract. As an Interim Principal Building Control Surveyor, you will be responsible for support of the delivery of our Building Control team through undertaking assessing a range of Building Control applications suitable to your accreditation. What’s on offer: Rate: £70-75 per hour (inside of IR35 and through umbrella) Contract: 3-month interim assignment (potential for extension) Working pattern: Full-time (37–40 hours per week) This role will require you to work out of the office 1 day a week and travel around the area 2 days a week Key responsibilities include: Carry out site inspections and plan checking (min 2 days on site per week) Attend to dangerous structures Carry out enforcement of The Building Regulations and Building Act as necessary Supervise senior, junior surveyors and admin staff Deputise for the Building Control Manager when...

We're looking for a Head of Commercial (Works) for our public sector client based in London on an initial 6-month contract (Inside IR35) paying up to £750 per day inside IR35. The successful Head of Commercial will be a senior, highly credible commercial leader with deep NEC contract expertise, joining an ambitious and fast-paced commercial function managing an annual spend portfolio of approximately £1bn. You will provide senior leadership across the Works category, developing and delivering commercial strategies for capital investment projects, asset maintenance contracts and associated procurements, whilst acting as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders across a complex and high-profile organisation. You will need proven experience working with the following: * Deep, hands-on NEC contract expertise across the full suite of contract terms and options, including authoring bespoke contracts * Leading high-value Works procurements covering construction, facilities...

Job Title: Project Manager - Utilities Expansion Location: Aylesbury Manufacturing plant Contract Rate - circa £500 - paid inside IR35 About the Role: Our client, a leading manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee a utilities expansion program at their manufacturing site. The projects are currently at the feasibility and design stage, focusing primarily on refrigeration and wastewater systems. The ideal Project Manager will have the capability to manage the projects through the full life cycle, from design and planning to commissioning and closeout, while ensuring compliance with relevant health, safety regulations. Key Responsibilities: Project Manage the full project lifecycle from feasibility and design through to commissioning and handover. Oversee the refrigeration and wastewater expansion projects, ensuring technical, budgetary, and timeline objectives are met. Ensure compliance with CDM (Construction Design and Management) regulations,...

Proven Senior Quantity Surveyor required, with 5 years+ actually in a Senior QS role.  This is to work on Thames Water AMP8, for one of their civil engineering contractors. Previous experience in the civil engineering industry is essential. Familiarity with IChemE/ NEC forms of contract Comprehension of Construction Law Previous experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycle, certificates, and accruals calculations Demonstrable experience in monthly forecasting and cost analysis. Excellent communication, numeric and computer literacy skills, proficient in Microsoft Office Excellent organisation and time management skills, with the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines The role will entail: Provision of accurate and timely cost and value reporting at both project and business unit levels to inform Group reporting Provision of accurate cash flow reporting Cost...

Role: Electrical Engineer Location: Epsom, London, Peterborough, Cambridge (3 days/week onsite) Duration: 6 months Inside IR35 We are looking for an energetic and experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Client. You'll be part of a talented, multi-disciplinary team delivering cutting edge, iconic projects to our Water market clients. As a key member of our team, you'll play a vital role in delivering transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on landmark engineering projects both domestically and internationally. We're committed to providing industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle, adding value through client-side and construction-phase support. We offer hybrid working which involves 3 days per week being office/site based. Your Role The role will offer a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply knowledge, experience, and problem-solving skills whilst providing good opportunities for career...

Architect / Architectural Technician - Major Infrastructure Projects Location: London (Hybrid - 3 Days in Office) Rate: £36-£40 per hour (Inside IR35) Contract: 6 Months Start: ASAP You'll be joining a large multidisciplinary team working on complex, high-value schemes, contributing across early design and technical stages (RIBA 0-4). With multiple hires required, this is a rare chance to get involved in long-term, nationally significant projects at the design stage. What You'll Be Doing Supporting design across large-scale infrastructure projects Producing and developing Revit models and design information Contributing to early-stage design (Stages 0-4) Working within a multidisciplinary project environment Supporting coordination across complex stakeholder teams Producing drawings, reports and technical documentationWhat They're Looking For Experience as an Architect or Architectural Technician Strong Revit skills Experience across early design / technical stages (0-4)...

Design Manager - MEP required to work for Principal Contractor JV on High Speed Rail Major Tunnels Programme. Contract initially up to end of Dec 2027 - Inside IR35 Old Oak Common/North Acton - Hybrid Working Arrangements, 3 Days in the office, 2 days WFH. Skillset: Design Management, Fitout, Engineering, Construction, MEP, CDM. Design Manager Role Brief: As the Design Manager for MEPH systems you will take a leading role in the completion of the Stage 5 (Design for Construction & Manufacturing) MEPH design. You will be the principle point of contact for design for the allocated subcontract supply chain members, in this instance the BMS and Fire Systems packages. Your role will oversee the delivery of the design on 12No assets along the line of route for the London Tunnels. Stage 5 Supply Chain Design Management -Management of Supply Chain Stage 5 Design Deliverables, ensuring that the supply chain submit quality deliverables in a timely manner. -Ensure that the...

Head of Commercial - Capital Programme - UK Government Contract (Apply online only)/day - Inside IR35 London Responsibilities: The consultant will provide senior leadership within the commercial function and with senior stakeholders. The post holder will have operational control over commercial delivery by the Works Category Management team. Responsible for Commercial leadership in the Works environment alongside the existing Works Commercial Deputy Director, the role will develop and deliver Commercial Strategies for Capital Investment Projects, associated procurements and contracts supporting asset maintenance. You will act as the subject matter expert on NEC contract options. Requirements: Eligible for obtaining a SC Clearance Deep subject matter expertise on NEC suite of contract terms and contracting options. Procurement experience knowledge PCR 2015 Procurement PA 2023 - Course completed Open dialogue. Proven experience of leading a high-performance successful...

Principal Pipeline Engineer Location: Remote - occasional travel to your local office (London, Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow) 6-month rolling contract £65 per hour Umbrella - Inside IR35 only ARM is recruiting for an experienced Principal Pipeline Engineer to support major projects across the power generation, utilities, oil & gas, and process industries sectors. You'll lead pipeline engineering activities across projects involving: Natural gas transmission Hydrogen infrastructure CO2 pipelines Carbon capture and wider energy transition developmentsWorking within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you'll support projects from feasibility and FEED through to detailed design, construction and operation. Key Responsibilities Deliver pipeline and AGI engineering designs and calculations Lead feasibility, concept, FEED and detailed design activities Undertake pipeline routing and high-pressure pipeline studies Prepare technical specifications and engineering...

Principal Mechanical Engineer Location: Remote (occasional travel to local office: London, Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow) 6 Month rolling contract £65 per hour Umbrella - Inside IR35 only Overview ARM is recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support a growing Energy Transition team delivering some of the UK's most innovative low- and zero-carbon energy projects. The Role As a senior member of the engineering team, you will lead mechanical engineering activities from early-stage feasibility studies through to detailed design, construction support, operation and decommissioning. You will work closely with developers, utilities, EPC contractors, OEMs, government bodies and investors to deliver safe, practical and commercially effective engineering solutions. Key Responsibilities Develop innovative and cost-effective mechanical engineering solutions Lead mechanical design activities across Feasibility, Concept, FEED and Detailed Design stages Produce...

Senior Business Project Manager Needed! I am currently supporting one of our insurance clients who are looking for a Business Change focused Project Manager with end to end product development and launch experience with new lines of business (Speciality/Commercial Lines) experience. This is not an IT PM Product launch role. The role will require you to go into the London office 1-2 days a week. This role is sitting inside IR35 paying up to £850 per day. The ideal candidate will have delivered insurance products end to end and have owned the business delivery plan across multiple functions and has experience liaising with theUW, Pricing, Claims and IT teams to get the right products launched (Cargo,Construction, Energy & Renewables, Marine, Aviation, Property, Casualty, Etc) If this is of interest please apply with an updated version of your CV and I'll endeavour to get back to you if suitable. Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please...

Role: Electrical Engineer Location: Epsom, London, Peterborough, Cambridge (3 days/week onsite) Duration: 6 months Inside IR35 We are looking for an energetic and experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Client. You'll be part of a talented, multi-disciplinary team delivering cutting edge, iconic projects to our Water market clients. As a key member of our team, you'll play a vital role in delivering transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on landmark engineering projects both domestically and internationally. We're committed to providing industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle, adding value through client-side and construction-phase support. We offer hybrid working which involves 3 days per week being office/site based. Your Role The role will offer a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply knowledge, experience, and problem-solving skills whilst providing good opportunities for career...

Buckingham - Site Engineer - Earthworks & Drainage   Are you a Site Engineer with proven experience successfully delivering earthworks and drainage packages on a major project?   Rate: £400/ day - Umbrella, Inside IR35 Location: Buckingham Duration: 6 months (1-2 years worth of work)   Our client is a leading civil engineering contractor delivering works on HS2, and they are currently seeking a Site Engineer with strong earthworks, drainage or structures experience to join their team.   As a Site Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting construction operations on site, managing junior engineers, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification.   Key responsibilities include: ·Setting out and overseeing works to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications ·Managing and coordinating subcontractors ·Resolving technical issues in liaison with the senior engineering team ·Assisting with short-term planning, progress...

Temporary Accommodation Officer Lambeth Contract £23.51 per hour PAYE or £30.67 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for a Temporary Accommodation Officer 3 Days in the office 2 days remote Must have previous relevant experience of working in homelessness specifically Temporary Accommodation Management Be part of the temporary accommodation team, managing and procuring various types of temporary accommodation This is one of many roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Allocate a variety of temporary accommodation units including emergency accommodation, and control and conduct all activities leading to admissions and discharges where appropriate in order to achieve the most efficient and economic use of accommodation available. Minimise the inappropriate use of shared accommodation for families with children and ensure that all clients are effectively tracked, monitored and moved...