4 construction jobs found in Chippenham

A client within the Public Sector based in Gloucestershire is currently recruiting for an Assistant Project Manager (Highways) to join their Traffic Engineering team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis, initially for 6 months (with the potential to be extended or made permanent), with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority highways or engineering environment. The Role Key purpose of the role: To support the delivery of traffic engineering and local highway improvement schemes that improve road safety, promote sustainable travel, and enhance the quality of life for communities across Gloucestershire. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: • Supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of highway and traffic engineering projects. • Assisting with project documentation, programme monitoring, cost tracking, and reporting. • Liaising with designers,...

Job Title: General Foreman/ Foreperson Location: Near Weston Super Mare Rate: Inside IR35, PAYE or Umbrella Job Description An excellent contract opportunity has arisen for a General Foreman to join a highways project.  Responsibilities You will oversee all site operations, coordinating subcontractor teams and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and programme requirements. You’ll manage logistics including plant, labour and materials, maintain accurate site records and daily diaries, and report progress to the site management team. You’ll carry out site inspections, lead toolbox talks, and ensure temporary works and permits are in place. Strong leadership and communication will be essential in driving works forward and maintaining a productive site culture. Requirements You must have a solid background in civil engineering, with experience in highways or heavy civils projects. Previous work with Tier 1 contractors is preffered. SMSTS, CSCS (Supervisor/NVQ Level 3) and...

We are recruiting for an experienced Project Engineer to support the delivery of a new-build electrical substation project in Taunton. This is an initial 9-month contract with strong extension potential, as the overall programme is expected to run for approximately three years. This role requires a technically competent engineer with strong HSE leadership, commercial awareness, and experience delivering complex infrastructure works preferably on National Grid projects. This role is on an inside IR35 basis. Key Duties: * Write, review and approve RAMS, including subcontractor RAMS acceptance * Identify, raise and report risks and hazards * Ensure workforce competency and sufficiency * Control and issue safety documentation * Complete audits and set people to work in accordance with procedures * Support the Project Manager in delivering works safely, on programme and within budget * Help ensure reporting provides accurate and relevant...

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...