26 construction jobs found in London

Our client, a leading company in the construction sector, is currently seeking an experienced Design/Construction Manager for a contract role to work on the Stanmore and Rosedale projects. The role will be at the co-ordination stage and co-ordinating the design consultants/contractors. This role involves travelling between both sites and requires significant design and construction experience, preferably in an educational setting. Key Responsibilities: Manage and lead the design process across preconstruction and construction phases Oversee design consultants, ensuring compliance, buildability, and efficiency in all designs Act as the main liaison between client, consultants, project teams, and site management Coordinate the preparation, review, and sign-off of all design documentation Ensure flow and control of design information, including compliance with Document Management Procedures Support the commercial and procurement teams in developing design packages and strategies...

MERITUS are recruiting for a Building & Construction Project Leader to join our client on an initial 12 month contract from their major site in Portsmouth. BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION PROJECT LEADER - INSIDE IR35 - £40 PER HOUR - UNDERGO BPSS - 12 MONTHS (W/ LIKELY EXTENSION) - STEVENAGE - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS Meritus is seeking an experienced Building & Construction Project Leader to manage CAPEX projects from inception and feasibility through design, delivery, and final handover. The successful candidate will lead multi-disciplinary teams and ensure projects are delivered safely, compliantly, on time, and within budget. Key Responsibilities Lead multi-functional project teams, including external consultants and contractors. Manage CAPEX projects from business case development through approval, execution, and close-out. Develop and manage detailed project delivery plans, including risk and opportunity management. Produce and develop design briefs for...

Procurement Officer – Basics * Day Rate: £400 per day * Location: Essex * Contract Length: 12 Month Interim Contract (likely extension beyond this) * Working arrangements: 2 days on-site * Start Date: As soon as possible * IR35: Inside Procurement Officer – Key Responsibilities * Support compliant procurement activities across a range of categories, ensuring best value and adherence to regulations. * Support major strategic projects, providing commercial insight and procurement guidance from concept to delivery. * Support the Development of tender documentation, evaluate submissions, and contribute to award recommendations. * Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand needs and enable effective sourcing. * Support the management of contracts proactively, monitoring performance, risks, and opportunities for improvement. * Contribute to procurement transformation, helping modernise processes, templates, and ways of...

Interim Health & Safety Lead  – London £400 paye / £550 per day Umbrella (Inside IR35) 37 hours per week 3–6 month contract We are currently supporting a London based Local Council in recruiting an Interim Health & Safety Lead to provide senior capacity during a period of transition. This is a high-impact strategic interim focused on stabilising existing Health & Safety activity, progressing priority improvements and preparing a structured handover for incoming permanent staff. The assignment is about creating clarity, frameworks and momentum — not delivering full ISO accreditation or long-term cultural transformation. Hybrid working applies: 2 days per week in the London office, 3 days remote. Reporting directly to the Head of Corporate Health & Safety, you’ll act as a senior advisor across the organisation, helping to establish consistent standards and engagement during this critical period. Responsibilities Over the 3–6 month contract, you will:...

Job Title Civil Technical Engineering Manager - Ancillary Works Location: London or Bristol (hybrid working), with regular travel to the Sizewell C site in Suffolk Contract: Inside IR35, ongoing Closing Date: 17 February 2026 ________________________________________ Job Purpose / Overview The Engineering & Technical (E&T) function is a fundamental part of the Civil Works Programme, responsible for defining and assuring the design, engineering, and technical requirements across the project. The team leads the full lifecycle of design delivery-from requirements definition through to final acceptance-while managing budgets, resources, and supply chain interfaces. It also ensures constructability and effective design coordination across Civil Works, Site Establishment, and Off-Site Infrastructure. As Civil Technical Engineering Manager - Ancillary Works, you will support the definition and validation of technical requirements and specifications, working closely with...

Maintenance Surveyor – [East London] – Housing Association £30 PAYE / £40 Umbrella / Deemed LTD (Inside IR35) 37 hours per week Temporary / Contract We are working with a large Housing Association to recruit a Maintenance Surveyor to support their regional Repairs & Maintenance service. This role is responsible for pre- and post-inspections across responsive repairs, voids and cyclical works, ensuring contractors deliver high-quality outcomes, achieve value for money, and maintain excellent customer satisfaction. You’ll manage contractor performance, oversee budgets, and act as a technical lead on complex repairs and handovers of new developments. Responsibilities Deliver an effective regional surveying service covering responsive repairs, voids, cyclical works, disrepair and complex repairs Carry out diagnostic inspections, surveys and technical reports with accurate post-inspections Manage contractor performance on site, ensuring works are completed on time, to...

Are you an environmental manager with WAMITAB qualification? Do you have experience of working on major infrastructure projects? Location: Willesden Junction, London Contract Duration: 18 months (Forecast end date: 27/07/2027) Working Hours: Weekdays, 40 hours per week Rate: £500 - £600 per day (Inside IR35) On-site Requirement: 5 days a week Job Description: The Environmental Manager will be responsible for overseeing environmental management and compliance at Willesden Euro Terminal (WET), which is a Non-Hazardous Waste Transfer Station operating under an Environment Agency Bespoke Waste Management Permit. This facility handles tunnel arising soils, transferring them by conveyor and rail to disposal facilities. The successful candidate will act as the Technically Competent Manager (COCT) under the WAMITAB scheme, as required by the Environment Agency permit. The role is part of the Environment & Sustainability team supporting the HS2 Main Works Civils Contract within...

NSA Contract Project Manager - Civils Scope Contract | Inside IR35 | Ongoing Location: Bristol or London (hybrid working available) Vacancy Overview We are seeking an experienced NSA Contract Project Manager (Civils) to support the delivery of a major UK nuclear new-build infrastructure programme. This is a high-profile role within a large, complex megaproject operating at the forefront of the UK's low-carbon energy transition. The programme is now in active construction and delivery, offering long-term contract opportunities within a technically demanding and highly regulated environment. The role sits within the Technical Contract Management function and is responsible for managing delivery of a Nuclear Services Agreement (NSA) covering design and engineering services, with specific accountability for civils scope activities. Role Purpose The Contract Project Manager (Civils) will be responsible for managing NSA contract delivery for civils-related design...

Are you a Technical Assurance Manager with experience working on rail-based projects?   Have you got a strong understanding of rail-based systems?   Contract: Inside IR35 Location: London primarily (Birmingham also possible - TBC) Contract length: 12 months (Ongoing)   These roles sit within a rail systems environment supporting a large-scale UK infrastructure project. The scope covers systems integration and design integration activities across a complex, safety-critical programme.   Clients' involvement in the programme includes system integration (system safety, requirements, RAM, interfaces and configuration), design support to construction, and preparation for future testing and commissioning activities.   As Technical Assurance Manager you will be responsible for ensuring technical compliance and assurance across design and delivery.   Key responsibilities may include:   ·Supporting assurance strategies and reviews ·Interface with independent assessors and...

Are you a Health and Safety Manager with rail-based experience?   Have you got a strong understanding of CSM-RA processes?   Contract: Inside IR35 Location: London primarily (Birmingham also possible - TBC) Contract length: 12 months (Ongoing)   These roles sit within a rail systems environment supporting a large-scale UK infrastructure project. The scope covers systems integration and design integration activities across a complex, safety-critical programme.   Clients' involvement in the programme includes system integration (system safety, requirements, RAM, interfaces and configuration), design support to construction, and preparation for future testing and commissioning activities.   As health and Safety Manager you will be responsible for managing the application of CSM-RA across the railway's systems scope.   Key responsibilities may include:   ·Leading CSM-RA processes and safety justification ·Coordinating hazard management activities ·Interface with...

Are you a Structural Design Engineer with rail-based experience?   Have you got experience designing steel based buildings?   Role: Structural Steelwork Engineer Location: London Duration: 12 months (Ongoing) Rate: DOE (Inside IR35)   This role supports a large-scale UK infrastructure programme within a rail systems environment. The client is currently responsible for delivering work across complex rail systems and associated infrastructure, including assets such as bridges, viaducts and electrification-related structures.   The programme involves multi-disciplinary design integration, systems engineering activities and preparation for future testing and commissioning phases.   Role Overview   We are seeking a Structural Steelwork Engineer with experience in rail structures to support design and technical activities within a safety-critical rail environment. The role will work closely with systems, design and construction teams, providing structural engineering...

Are you a Governance Manager with a strong background working on rail based experience?   Have you got a background working on integration for rail based systems? Contract: Inside IR35 Location: London primarily (Birmingham also possible - TBC) Contract Length: TBC (Ongoing)   This position sits within a rail systems environment supporting a large-scale UK infrastructure project. The scope covers systems integration and design integration activities across a complex, safety-critical programme. Clients involvement in the programme includes system integration (system safety, requirements, RAM, interfaces and configuration), design support to construction, and preparation for future testing and commissioning activities.   As Governance Manager you will be Responsible for supporting programme governance across the System Alliance, ensuring effective controls, reporting, and compliance with HS2 and Colas requirements.   Key responsibilities may include:   ·Supporting...

Are you a Project Controls Manager with experience working on large scale rail projects.   Have you got a strong background/understanding of rail systems?   Contract: Inside IR35 Location: London primarily (Birmingham also possible - TBC) Contract length: 12 months (Ongoing)   These roles sit within a rail systems environment supporting a large-scale UK infrastructure project. The scope covers systems integration and design integration activities across a complex, safety-critical programme.   Clients involvement in the programme include system integration (system safety, requirements, RAM, interfaces and configuration), design support to construction, and preparation for future testing and commissioning activities.   As Project Controls Manager you are responsible for integrated project controls across cost, schedule and risk.   Key responsibilities may include:   ·Developing and maintaining project controls frameworks ·Schedule, cost and risk integration...

Are you a Project Controls Manager with experience on rail based projects?   Have you worked a leadership role in a railway systems environment?   Contract: Inside IR35 Location: London primarily (Birmingham also possible - TBC) Contract length: 12 months (Ongoing)   These roles sit within a rail systems environment supporting a large-scale UK infrastructure project. The scope covers systems integration and design integration activities across a complex, safety-critical programme.   Clients involvement in the programme include system integration (system safety, requirements, RAM, interfaces and configuration), design support to construction, and preparation for future testing and commissioning activities.   This is a senior PMO leadership role overseeing performance, controls and reporting.   Key responsibilities may include:   ·Leading project controls, planning and performance management ·Driving consistency across reporting and forecasting ·Supporting senior...

Are you a Risk Manager with experience working on rail based projects?   Have you lead risk activities across railway systems contracts?   Contract: Inside IR35 Location: London primarily (Birmingham also possible - TBC) Contract length: 12 months (Ongoing)   These roles sit within a rail systems environment supporting a large-scale UK infrastructure project. The scope covers systems integration and design integration activities across a complex, safety-critical programme.   Clients involvement in the programme include system integration (system safety, requirements, RAM, interfaces and configuration), design support to construction, and preparation for future testing and commissioning activities.   As Head of Risk you will be responsible for leading risk management activities across the System Alliance.   Key responsibilities may include:   ·Development and ownership of the risk management framework ·Oversight of risk identification, assessment and mitigation...

Environmental Health Officer – Kingston  £30 PAYE / £39 Umbrella (Inside IR35) 37 hours per week 6 months contract  Overview of the role We are looking for a professional with experience in Environmental Health or Housing Standards to join our busy residential team. Operating as a shared service across Kingston and Sutton, the team manages all aspects of residential environmental health, helping to improve housing conditions and public health across the boroughs. Responsibilities Investigate housing standards complaints, public health issues, noise and environmental nuisance. Undertake HMO licensing inspections, including additional licensing schemes. Work with partners to address poor housing conditions, fire safety concerns, anti-social behaviour, and fuel poverty. Carry out Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) inspections. Apply provisions of the Housing Act 2004 and Environmental Protection Act 1990 when investigating service requests.Requirements Qualified...

Interim Service Operations Director - Stevenage two to three times per week £1000 to £1200 per day Start 16th of February 2026 Initial six-month contract Inside IR35 so paid through an umbrellaThe role is responsible for establishing and maintaining the Service Operations functions for IT that will underpin all other technology functions across the business. These services will support all Divisional and Corporate service operation requirements whilst also creating common service processes for the business platforms across Home (Smart Meter), R&M (Repair & Maintenance) and Capital (Very large construction led programmes). By setting and delivering the service operation's strategy, this role will enable the businesses to achieve its strategic business goals. Careful use of the hybrid resourcing model will be used to ensure the right fit-for-purpose approach is applied across employed, near shore and offshore resourcing models, as required. A portfolio of service...

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...

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...

Job Title: Site Supervisor - Mechanical Salary: £400 to £450 (dependent on experience - Inside IR35) Location: Thames Region Type: Contract, site-based About the Role: Our client is looking to strengthen their Construction team with a Mechanical Site Supervisor. You will report directly to the M&E Manager/Lead Site Supervisor and be responsible for supervising and controlling all mechanical site activities efficiently, ensuring compliance with specifications, contract timelines, and health & safety regulations. You will also be responsible for delivering a high-quality installation with all Inspection & Test Records (ITRs) completed as the work progresses. Key Responsibilities: Support the Site Manager in maintaining a safe working environment for all employees, supply chain partners, and visitors. Ensure all relevant HS&E documents are correctly recorded, reviewed, and up to date. Carry out Mechanical Appointed Person duties. Maintain quality assurance...