16 construction jobs found in Orpington

Are you a Fire Systems Design Manager with experience of working on major infrastructure projects? Rate: £550 - £650 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: Initial contract through to December 2027 Location: North Acton, London Working Pattern: Hybrid - Minimum 3 days per week in the office, 2 days working from home Sector: Major Infrastructure / Construction / Rail   Job Role We are currently seeking an experienced Fire Systems Design Manager to join a high-profile team delivering critical systems across the prestigious HS2 programme. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and proactive design professional to take ownership of the BMS and Fire Systems package across multiple assets on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects.   The successful candidate will bring strong proven experience managing complex design packages, and specialist knowledge of Fire Systems, including fire detection, gas suppression, life safety systems, and fire control...

Experienced Sub Agent (Freelance) - London Civil Engineering Projects We are seeking a freelance Sub Agent with major civil project experience to join a highly regarded Tier 1 contractor. This is a long-term contract working on significant civil works, offering a stable and rewarding opportunity. Looking for candidates with rail, highways, utilties or aviation experience. If you'd like to secure a long-term freelance role with a top-tier contractor and a great team, this could be the role for you. This role is inside of IR35 so you will need to be Randstad PAYE or Umbrella PAYE. Roles and responsibilities: Joining a strong, collaborative team and working with an excellent client, you will be crucial to the early stages of our projects. Your key responsibilities will include: Creating detailed methodology and constructability reports Conducting and overseeing on-site surveys Contributing to the pre-construction process to ensure project success Collaborating closely with...

Deputy Director (Works) - UK Government Contract 850/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 procurement or commercial function....

Deputy Director (Works) - UK Government Contract 850/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 procurement or commercial function....

Deputy Director (Works) - UK Government Contract 850/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 procurement or commercial function....

Contract Senior Structural Engineer London Immediate Start Up to c£52 p/h 6-month contract  **INSIDE IR35**  Contract Senior Structural Engineer  A major international engineering consultancy based in Central London is currently looking to recruit a Contract Senior Structural Engineer with solid building structures design background, ideally with a minimum of 8-10 years design experience.  The successful candidates will be working on a variety of interesting and technically challenging projects to include:  High-rise buildings projects Complex refurb projects Major Infrastructure schemes Entertainment facilities and sports related building structures The role will be a hands-on technical design-based role, focusing on delivery of engineering schemes.  All applicants must have solid design experience in steel and RC.   Projects will be both UK and Internationally and as a result any previous seismic design experience would be looked upon favourably (but not essential)....

Senior Planner (Primavera P6) - Energy / Transmission 📍 London & South East (Hybrid) 💰 £650/day (Umbrella - Inside IR35) 📅 12 Months | ASAP Start Overview We're recruiting for an experienced Senior Planner to support a major UK transmission infrastructure project, part of a wider grid upgrade programme across London and the South East. Key Responsibilities Develop and manage programmes using Primavera P6 Build construction schedules (resources, outages, consents, wayleaves) Monitor progress and produce weekly reporting Support EVM (CPI/SPI), risk, and change management Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers & Commercial teams Ensure compliance with NEC contracts Requirements Proven experience as a Senior Planner in energy, utilities, or infrastructure Strong Primavera P6 and MS Project skills Experience with NEC contracts & Earned Value Management Full UK driving licenceDesirable: National Grid / transmission experience OHL (Overhead Lines) background...

Job Title: Part 2 Architectural Assistant Location: London Salary: Competitive hourly rate - Inside IR35 Job Type: 6-month contract (with a view for extension), Inside IR35 Job Ref: 40734 Join a well renowned AJ100 practice Are you a Part 2 Architectural Assistant looking for your next career move? I’m working with a leading and well-known company within the industry who are now looking to take on additional contractors for high profile projects. You’ll be supporting the Project Leader or Project Architects with a specific work package or project, while being involved in all RIBA Work stages 0 – 7. What’s on Offer: * A collaborative team environment with top-tier industry professionals * Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex projects across multiple sectors * Competitive hourly rate * Focus on RIBA stage 0 - 7 * Hybrid working policy with flexibility (minimum two days in office per week) We’re Looking For: * Part II Assistants * Strong experience with...

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...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Subject Matter Expert/Design Manager (Airfield Systems) to join a major UK airport, supporting the delivery of a multi-billion-pound capital investment programme focused on enhancing critical airport infrastructure and operational efficiency. This role sits within a dynamic construction and project delivery environment and will play a pivotal role in leading the design of large-scale, strategically important airfield systems projects (typically £100m-£150m+). The Role As the Subject Matter Expert/Design Manager, you will lead design management activities from project inception through to construction, commissioning and handover, ensuring solutions are safe, compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with operational requirements. You'll manage a small team of Design Management professionals and act as a key interface between internal stakeholders, engineering teams, and external design consultants and contractors. Key...

My client in Essex is seeking a Class 2 Building Control Surveyor to join their service on an interim contract. This will be a long term assisgnment, offering a very copetitive rate Inside of IR35. They are looking for you to comeplete daily site visits, completing plan checking from home with little office present required. The rate for this role will depend on your Class, but they are paying within the range of £50-65 per hour. This equates to a takehome range of £4882 to £6088 in your backpocket per month. If you are interested in hearing more about this role, please get in touch with me on the below

The Interim Employee Relations Specialist (Hybrid) is a circa 2 month opportunity to cover a vacancy within the HR team of an Industrial/Construction organisation. The role involves addressing employee relations matters and ensuring compliance with HR policies across disciplinaries, grievances, dismissals, absence and performance management. Client Details The company operates in the Industrial/Construction industry and is recognised as a small-sized organisation with a focus on fostering professionalism and adherence to HR best practices. It is committed to maintaining a supportive and efficient workplace environment. Description The Interim Employee Relations Specialist (Hybrid) duties will include: Provide expert guidance on employee relations issues, including disciplinary and grievance procedures. Ensure HR policies and practices are consistently applied across the organisation. Offer advice to managers on employment law and best practices in the property sector. Support...

General Foreman - Highways | Major Infrastructure Project Contract | Kent | £350 - £400 per day (Inside IR35 / Umbrella CIS) A leading Tier 1 contractor is looking for an experienced General Foreman to join a major infrastructure project with a significant highways package. This is a hands-on supervisory role on a high-profile scheme at the forefront of the UK's critical infrastructure programme. The Role You'll be on the ground leading the workforce across the highways package, driving productivity, maintaining standards and making sure the work gets done safely and to programme. Day to day you can expect to be involved in: Supervising and coordinating labour, plant and subcontractors on site Ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and to the required quality Toolbox talks, inductions and day-to-day Health & Safety management Liaising with the Site Engineer and Section Engineer on setting out and quality Monitoring progress against programme and flagging issues early...

QA Site Engineer Location: HS2 Calvert North, Buckinghamshire Rate: £470 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: 6-Month Rolling Contract Are you an experienced QA Site Engineer eager to play a key role in a major UK infrastructure project? This is your chance to work on one of the country's largest civil engineering schemes, supporting complex earthworks and drainage packages while ensuring the highest quality standards. Join a dynamic team and elevate your career with this exciting opportunity for immediate start and long-term growth. About The Role: Manage and oversee quality assurance processes across earthworks and drainage works Conduct inspections, complete quality records, check sheets, and ITPs in line with project specifications Ensure works comply with HS2 standards, drawings, and quality requirements Carry out site audits, identify non-conformances, and manage NCRs to resolution Collaborate with site teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to uphold quality standardsAbout...

Health and Safety Manager Contract: £400 per day (inside IR35) Initial 6-month contract with potential for permanent roles Location: Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire Hybrid: 3 days on site, 2 days remote We are seeking a Health and Safety Manager to join a high-profile infrastructure programme. This role involves working with multiple stakeholders, fostering strong relationships with operational teams and external partners. Your expertise will help ensure safety standards are embedded into all project activities. The successful candidate will: Manage and oversee health and safety compliance within construction environments, focusing on civils over housebuilding but including utility projects. Support and influence project teams, guiding safe working practices and sharing expertise in rail-related safety systems. Organise and participate in safety audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and permit to work processes. Assist in mentoring site personnel, fostering a...

Role : Digital Service Desk Team Leader Type : Contract Inside IR35 Location: Norwich OR Chelmsford Mod of work : OnsiteJOB SUMMARY Key Responsibilities: Provide line management and supervision for band 4 and 5 Service Desk Analysts, including appraisals, development plans, and performance management. Managing the full lifecycle of incidents and requests, ensuring quality triage, escalation, and resolution. Acting as the first point of senior escalation for Band 4-5 Service Desk staff and users. Overseeing team ticket queues, ensuring SLA compliance and workload distribution. Providing technical support and escalation during high-demand periods and Major Incidents (MIs)/Digital Business Continuity Incidents (DCBIs). Managing team rotas, providing coaching, and contributing to staff performance and development. Ensuring quality and currency of team-authored knowledge base articles and specialism ownership. Coordinating with SACM and project teams to ensure smooth service...