307 jobs found in Oxford

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...

Electrical Technician – Abingdon - £30-45phr An Electrical Technician is required ASAP on a long-term contract basis (inside IR35) for a growing and interesting company in the Abingdon area. The Electrical Technician will be responsible for * Electrical installation * Commissioning * Panel wiring * Rack building and wiring * Electrical machine installation The ideal Electrical Technician will have: * Electrical qualification * LV electrical experience * Industrial biased experience – manufacturing, special purpose machinery process, energy etc. * PLC Controls and Instrumentation knowledge desirable In return the Electrical Technician will get the opportunity to join a well-established company offering very interesting work, and long term contract opportunities. If you’re an Electrical Technician with previous installation and commissioning experience, apply now to find out more

Electrical Technician - Cabling – Abingdon - £35-45phr An Electrical Technician - Cabling is required ASAP on a long-term contract basis (inside IR35) for a growing and interesting company in the Abingdon area. The Electrical Technician – Cabling will be responsible for * New electrical installations * Cable containment, cable-tray, uni-strut and conduit installation * Electrical cabling of various equipment such as power, signal, monitoring, coax circuits etc. * Electrical testing duties The ideal Electrical Technician - Cabling will have: * 18th edition wiring regulations * Experience with terminations such as Lemo, Kings and D-types * LV distribution electrical experience * Electrical Testing & Inspection In return the Electrical Technician - Cabling will get the opportunity to join a well-established company offering very interesting work, and long term contract opportunities. If you’re an Electrical Technician with previous cabling experience,...

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...

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in civils projects within the transportation sector?   Do you thrive managing NEC subcontractor packages valued around £4-5 million, ideally earthworks and drainage?   Location: Aylesbury Duration: 6mths rolling (18mths work) Rate: £500 - £550/day IR35: inside via umbrella company Carrington West is partnering with a tier-one contractor on HS2, who are expanding their project delivery team due to increased workload. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile infrastructure project and make a real impact. Role Overview: As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take full ownership of subcontract packages, including: Assessing applications for payment, valuations, and final accounts Managing change control and commercial risk Working closely with site teams, project managers, and the client Ensuring compliance with contract requirements and company procedures What We're Looking For: Minimum 5...

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...

£240 + VAT per day 6‑month Contract (Inside IR35) - Umbrella only Reading, Berkshire UK (Hybrid) Your new company We are a nationally recognised public sector organisation with a proud history of transforming lives through education, innovation and community support. As we modernise our digital and data landscape, we are placing far greater emphasis on the quality, structure and reliability of our information. With multiple CRM platforms and complex data flows underpinning our services, we are strengthening our operational data capability to ensure our systems remain accurate, well‑governed and future‑ready. This is where your technical expertise becomes essential. As we embed new standards and uplift our data maturity, we need someone who can bring strong SQL capability and CRM knowledge to keep our information consistent, trusted and flowing smoothly across the organisation. Your new role You'll be the first point of contact for data‑related queries, using your strong SQL...

Job Title: Holistic Incident Response Manager (WARP) Location: Hybrid – Reading (2 days/week onsite, travel expensed) Clearance: Active SC clearance required Contract Type: Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months Start Date: ASAP Overview: An exciting opportunity to join a nationally significant programme within the defence and national security sector, delivering critical cyber resilience outcomes. We’re seeking an experienced Incident Response Manager to lead cyber readiness and response activities, including the development and coordination of a Warning, Advice and Reporting Point (WARP) capability. You’ll be responsible for aligning incident response frameworks with national cyber standards, improving incident preparedness, and coordinating internal and external cyber stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and implementation of incident response processes and WARP capability Act as the central liaison between internal teams, national cyber bodies, and...

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...

User Experience Engagement Lead User Experience Engagement Lead The location of the role is Reading (hybrid working). The duration of the contract is 7 months. The pay rate on offer is £500 - £535 per day (via Umbrella - inside IR35). Candidates must be SC cleared, or be willing and eligible to go through the process Role Summary The User Experience Engagement Lead is responsible for understanding, measuring, and improving the end-to-end colleague experience across all Workplace Technology domains - Endpoint, Productivity, Identity & Access Management (IDAM), Hardware, and Collaboration. This role acts as the voice of the user within the technology organisation, ensuring that services are intuitive, accessible, and continuously improving. Through structured engagement, insight gathering, and targeted communication, the User Experience Engagement Lead helps each domain shape services that meet real user needs and drive adoption, satisfaction, and productivity. Key...

HR Business Partner (Reading, Hybrid) Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our established International Technology client in Reading for an HR BP on an initial 6 month contract (inside IR35 with option of PAYE via an Umbrella or our PAYE payroll). As an HR Business Partner for the UK business your purpose will be to drive the people strategy through providing strategic advice and support across the employment lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with an established global organisation in supporting the UK business, acting as a trusted partner on matters of compliance, development, workforce planning and employee relations. You’ll work in close partnership with Functional HRBPs, the Global HR Answers team and other HR related stakeholders such as TA, Payroll and Comp & Bens; providing detailed advice and problem resolution on complex and sensitive HR policy interpretation and procedural issues. What we need from you Experience & Qualifications...

Are you a Site Agent with experience working on building envelope packages, such as RC foundations and steel work cladding? Location: Chipping Warden Duration: 6mths rolling (2 years worth of work) Rate: £500 - £550/day IR35: Inside via umbrella company Due to exceptional growth, my client is looking to add a Site Agent with building envelope experience, particularly with cladding and building foundations, to oversee building assets on HS2, from inception through to delivery. As Site Agent, you will maintain excellent relationships with subcontractors to ensure they are delivering works to scope and on time, whilst working closely with asset delivery, technical and commercial teams to make sure successful delivery of works. Requirements: Degree/HNC/HND in Civil Engineering Experience managing building envelope packages (roofing, cladding, RC), preferably on major projects. Experience of managing subcontractors. Valid CSCS and SMSTS certs. To avoid missing out on this...

Senior Technical Architect £550pd - £650pd DOE (Inside IR35/Umbrella) 6 Month Initial Contract Milton Keynes (3 days in office) SC/DV Clearance ideally Are you a Senior Technical Architect looking for your next long-term contract role? Do you have SC or DV Clearance? My Central Government client is looking for an experienced Technical Architect who has a deep understanding of cutting-edge software, hardware systems, and most importantly, an innovative twist to solving multiple business problems with the use of technology aligned to the DDaT framework. You will lead in planning, communicating, and driving solutions architecture, engineering and infrastructure development. You will need experience of: Essential Solutions and Enterprise Architecture experience. Bridging technical and non-technical gaps. Draft, author, and reviewer of statement of requirements and technical documentation such as proposals, high-level designs, etc. Analyse, interrogate and evaluate data such...

Location – Milton Keynes Shift – Earlies: 06:00-16:00 / Afternoons: 12:00-22:00 Title – Paint Prepper Pay –  £22 per hour (Role is Inside IR35) We are currently looking for a Paint Prepper to work with our rail client based in Milton Keynes.  Responsibilities and Duties: To have all prepping skills and be confident in your ability to accurately and efficiently prep a vehicle prior to painting  Prepping panels ready to be sprayed (masking, sanding etc) Ability to smart repair and/or polish the repaired vehicle and/or panels to a high standard would be advantageous but not essential. To be able to manage your own workload. To repair our customers’ vehicles to the highest standard in a timely manner. A positive attitude and a flexible approach that enables repairs to flow through the workshop. To follow company guidelines and industry standards to complete all tasks to the highest standards

Job Description: Paint Sprayer on Rolling Stock Vehicles Position: Paint Sprayer Location: Milton Keynes Rate: £28.29 per hour on Earlies/Afters or £32.33 per hour on Nights (Role is Inside IR35)  Hours: Earlies: 06:00-16:00 / Afters: 12:00-22:00 / Nights: 22:00-06:00 Summary: A Paint Sprayer is responsible for applying paint and other finishes to vehicles, Vehicle components, machinery, equipment, and various surfaces using spray guns. This role involves ensuring a high-quality finish, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety protocols. Key Responsibilities: - Surface Preparation: - Cleaning, sanding, and masking surfaces prior to painting. - Ensuring surfaces are properly primed and free of defects before application. Painting and Finishing: - Mixing paints to achieve desired colours and consistencies. - Applying paint, varnish, or other finishes using spray guns or other applicators. - Achieving uniform coverage and thickness according to...

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: 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: Durability & Robustness Programme Leader Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire Rate: £33.88ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £25.26ph PAYE Employment Type: Contract (31.2.26) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week Reference: J(phone number removed) Job Description: Duties: This role is within the Durability & Robustness attribute which is part of the wider Driven Attribute Integration organisation of our client. The Programme leader role is to ensure all customer expectations for Durability & Robustness are met with appropriate target setting, design development and completion of whole vehicle verification activities using both virtual and physical test methods. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: * Support delivery of all Attribute Requirement Targets by Gateway. * Support the Programme Attribute Team to ensure all technical issues are identified and resolved. * Detailed strategy and delivery planning for the attribute covering CAE,...