237 jobs found in Torquay

Teignbridge District Council £500 per day (Inside IR35) | 4 months (likely extension) | Hybrid - Newton Abbot / Remote Teignbridge District Council are looking for an experienced Housing Development Officer to support the delivery of a high-profile affordable housing and temporary accommodation programme across the district. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a delivery-focused role at a pivotal time, with the Council progressing major capital schemes, a new Local Plan on the horizon, and an ambitious Housing Strategy being shaped for 2026 and beyond. You'll be joining a proactive Housing Enabling and Development team working at pace across development, acquisitions, and partnership delivery with Registered Providers, developers, and key stakeholders. Key Projects You'll Be Leading On You'll take ownership and oversight of a varied and impactful portfolio, including: Sherborne House Car Park, Newton Abbot - a flagship Council-led scheme delivering 23 Passivhaus...

Section Engineer Devonport, Southwest England 12 month contract (inside IR35) We're recruiting for a Section Engineer to join a major infrastructure project in Devonport. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role on a complex, high-profile scheme within a collaborative delivery environment. The Role You will take ownership of a section of works, ensuring construction is delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards. Working in a client-facing capacity, you'll coordinate site teams and subcontractors while supporting overall project performance. Key Responsibilities Oversee site activities, subcontractors, and daily coordination of works Ensure compliance with health & safety, RAMS, and site procedures Review technical drawings and documentation, raising RFIs/TQs/NCRs as required Manage risks and support planning/programming of works Engage with stakeholders and contribute to reporting and project delivery About You Minimum 2+ years'...

Role: Principal Commissioning Engineer (EC&I) Location: Plymouth Duration: 12 months Inside IR35 : Umbrella Main Purpose: The role exists in order to develop and implement site commissioning arrangements across all aspects of site activities (e.g. Installation, Commissioning, Handover) in support of the overall project lifecycle. The Principal Commissioning Engineer is responsible for ensuring that activities for the MENSA project are planned and undertaken in line with approved procedures as directed by the Commissioning Manager (or delegate) and report any technical or safety issues via the correct reports (Commissioning Reservations, Technical Queries and Synergi) as appropriate. The Principal Commissioning Engineer will also undertake specific activities on behalf of the Commissioning function as required activities if required. Responsibilities Supervision of the Commissioning Engineers / Technicians under their direct responsibility. Adherence to the agreed...

Role: Resident Electrical Engineer Location: Plymouth Duration: 12 months Rate: DOE Inside IR35: Umbrella The purpose : Ensure the delivery of site Quality by managing, providing advice and support, and witnessing the installation and commissioning process through construction works in the submarine refit complex. Primary focus will be Electrical activity. You will be accountable to the Lead Construction Manager for day to day planning matters. You will assist the construction and Project team by providing advice and communicating with contractors and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve site issues/ Technical Queries during construction in line with contract timescales. You will ensure the contractor adheres to the Scope of works and Change requests. You will undertake and record inspections to ensure adherence to scope and integrated test plans. Responsibilties Ensure the delivery of site Quality by managing, providing advice and support, and witnessing the...

Role: Senior Civil/Structural Engineer Location: Devonport(once in a month) Duration: 12 months Inside IR35: Umbrella The primary purpose of the role is to ultimately assist and support the Design Manager in the delivery of project scope. This will include the likes of the following; To undertake the delivery of civil / structural engineering work packages to the required scope, quality, schedule and cost. Responsible for managing the technical aspects of the engineering packages from identification of the need, through to handover. Support the Engineering Lead with one or more technical design packages agreeing project related objectives, working alongside design Support Teams and providing appropriate technical responses. Provide advice as per discipline. Ensure that the design documentation covers the scope of operations required by the Project Manager and is produced to agreed standards, schedule, and budget. Ensuring effective Quality Management Arrangements, operate and...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading construction company to recruit a Quality Control Engineer on a 6 month rolling contract for its Plymouth site. The Quality Control Engineer provides the opportunity to work on a key national project, gaining valuable experience with a reputable company. This position also comes with a high chance of extension. Key skills required for the Quality Control Engineer role Must have experience working on large heavy civils projects and overseeing quality on heavy civils projects. A degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, or Quality, or related subject is desired. Must be a UK national. Location and timeframe of the Quality Control Engineer role Plymouth. Inside IR35. Start date asap, latest end of June. 6 Month rolling contract with likely extension. Site based position, Monday - Friday.Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age,...

Title: Welder (class 1) Location: Plymouth Salary or Rate: £36.50p/hour to £43.66p/hour (Inside IR35) plus accommodation Hours: Full time Type: Contract HSB ID: 936/276 HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy and Aerospace sectors. We have several permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas – visit our website or LinkedIn page for more. HSB Technical’s client is a very established and well-regarded business. The below job description will outline this position of a Class 1 Welder working with welding materials and techniques that are essential for the construction, maintenance, and repair of components. HSB Technical’s client is a very established and well-regarded business entity. Typically, this person will be able to Weld Pipes and equipment in place with submarine components. Duties and responsibilities of the Welder • Using hand and machine tools to cut,...

Techniche Global are supporting an engineering defence contractor to appoint a Resident Civil/Structural Engineer to join their Major Infrastructure Projects programme at Devonport Dockyard in Plymouth. The primary purpose of the role is to provide advice and support to the Implementation Design Manager in ensuring the delivery of high-quality assets through witnessing and recording the physical works on site throughout the course of the Implementation phase and ensure the Design Intent is maintained.    Rate:                     up to £65p/hr UMB inside IR35 Location:              Plymouth- 100% onsite Duration:              12 months initially, 35 hrs per week Requirements:     sole UK nationals who have lived and worked in the Uk for the past 5 years    Key responsibilities: Assist the Construction and Project team by providing advice and communicating with contractors and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve site issues/ Technical Queries during construction in...

Site Engineer (Setting Out) – Major Civil Engineering Project Location: Plymouth Contract: Long-term / Freelance (Inside IR35) or Permanent Security Clearance: Required – applicants must be UK Nationals Overview Carmichael UK has a fantastic opportunity for Site Engineers with strong setting-out experience to join a long-term civil engineering project in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-established delivery team on a variety of civil engineering works, playing a key role in the accurate and safe delivery of site activities. The role covers both self-delivered and subcontracted works. The Role As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for day-to-day engineering activities on site, with a strong emphasis on setting out and dimensional control. You will support and mentor junior engineers where required and provide technical input across multiple areas of delivery. You will contribute to: RAMS Temporary Works briefs ITPs Weekly progress...

Long term freelance opportunities inside IR35 exist for Quantity Surveyors on a MOD project in Plymouth. Due to the nature of the project, candidates will be required to undergo a BPSS check which can take up to 8 weeks. Eligible candidates must hold a NATO or MISWG passport and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years This post offers a lodge allowance of £50/day gross As a Quantity Surveyor, your duties will include – Provide commercial input including financial and contractual performance forecasts to the management team. Help ensure that business targets and KPI’s are met / exceeded. Ensure cash flow is maximised including ensuring payments are made and received on time. Preparation and review of monthly cost reports for area, together with review of results and consideration of trends with other contract team members Forecasting and monitoring spend against approved Client budgets. Physical measurement of works and agreement of same with client and...

Head of Quality Assurance & Performance South West England 20-week contract | Start ASAP £480–£520 per day Inside IR35 (via umbrella) Hybrid working (2–3 days on site)   CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing 8th June 2026 Are you ready to step into a pivotal leadership role where your impact will directly shape outcomes for children and young people? As Head of Quality Assurance & Performance, you will sit at the heart of Children’s Services, driving excellence across quality, practice and performance. Reporting into senior leadership, you will influence strategy, lead transformation and ensure services consistently meet the highest safeguarding standards. This Head of Quality Assurance & Performance role offers you the opportunity to lead large-scale improvements, oversee critical frameworks and play a key part in inspection readiness and delivery. This is more than a contract – it’s your chance to leave a lasting...

6 month Project Manager role Inside IR35 Immediate Start Hybrid - Onsite Dorset County Hall, Dorchester (2days) £400 to £450 a day Should have experience in children's services and be an experienced project manager. About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities within Dorset Council. Our service is built on our values of being ethical, trustworthy and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders. This role is central to delivering a multi-year transformation agenda that improves outcomes for children and families, strengthens early intervention and enables more efficient, integrated service delivery. This role will lead the implementation of projects ensuring transformation is evidence-led, aligned with local needs, and delivers measurable impact. Working across early help, education, SEND, and social care, you will oversee projects where directed by the Delivery...

Location: Construction site based 3x days per week AND 2x days per week working remotely/from home (tbc) Status: Contract - INSIDE IR35 Duration: Approved until end Dec26 (Renewable) Reports to: Quality Management Lead Morson Edge are working on behalf of a major player in the Energy sector who have a current contract requirement for a Quality Engineer to join our client's established site team for work associated with a Nuclear New Build in Somerset. This is a great opportunity to consolidate your existing knowledge and gain unique experience working on Europe's largest construction/infrastructure Project. Typical accountabilities Support the development of quality (QA/QC) arrangements for deployment across the Project. Support arrangements/updates associated with: o Project Quality Control Plans (PQCPs) and Project Quality Assurance Control Plans (PCAPs) o Manufacturing surveillance and inspections o Non-Conformance Report (NCR) Management o Quality reporting and...

Pay: £250.00-£300.00 per day (Inside IR35) Job description: Quality Engineer Location: Bridgwater, Somerset (Hybrid – 3 Days On Site) Rate: £250–£300 per day (Inside IR35) Quality Engineer – Long-Term Contract Opportunity We are recruiting for a Quality Engineer to join a major infrastructure programme in Somerset. Working alongside the Quality Management Lead, you will support the implementation of quality assurance and quality control activities across project delivery, manufacturing, inspection and supply chain operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a Quality Engineer with experience in regulated engineering environments who is looking to join a high-profile, long-term project. Key Responsibilities * Support quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) activities across the project * Assist with the preparation and maintenance of PQCPs and CQAPs * Support manufacturing surveillance and inspection activities * Assist with NCR management,...

Date posted: May 28, 2026 Pay: £325.00-£350.00 per day (Inside IR35) Job Title: Cost Engineer Location: Bridgwater, Somerset Job Type: Contract (Long Term - Rolling) Work Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days in Office, 2 Remote We are recruiting for a Cost Engineer to join the Integrated Project Controls team on a major UK nuclear new build project. About the Role You will support the Cost and Forecasting function, maintaining accurate cost data and providing essential reporting to enable successful project delivery on one of the UK’s largest and most complex construction programmes. Key Responsibilities * Produce and maintain accurate cost and forecast data aligned with CBS/WBS structures. * Manage cost and forecast information within EcoSys and other project systems. * Prepare periodic cost reports with variance analysis and performance commentary. * Support the Trend & Change process, including risk and opportunity identification. * Provide analytical support and...

Cost Engineer Location Bristol, Bridgwater, or Hinkley Point C (HPC) Site Working Hours 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract Duration Initial contract until the end of the current calendar year, with a strong likelihood of a further 12-month extension based on performance. IR35 Status Inside IR35 Role Overview We are seeking experienced Cost Engineers to support major infrastructure and construction projects associated with Hinkley Point C. The successful candidates will be responsible for cost control, forecasting, reporting, and supporting project teams to ensure effective financial management throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Monitor and control project costs and budgets. Prepare and maintain cost reports, forecasts, and performance metrics. Analyse cost variances and identify risks and opportunities. Support project managers with financial planning and decision-making. Review contractor costs, change requests, and project...

Cost Engineer - HYBRID Location: Construction Site based and/or Somerset Energy & Innovation Centre, Bridgwater, Somerset x3 days per week AND 2x days per week remote working Status: Contract (renewable) - Inside IR35 All-inclusive rates Reports to: Cost Manager Morson Edge are delighted to offer an opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced Cost Engineer to join our client's established Team for work on a major infrastructure Project in Somerset. Contract role (renewable) - inside IR 35. All-inclusive rates. Principal Accountabilities Produce and maintain accurate cost and forecast data in alignment with the Cost Breakdown Structure or Work Breakdown Structure (CBS/WBS) Accurately maintain all Cost and Forecast data for their area of responsibility within the Cost and Forecast software system e.g. EcoSys, SAP Co-ordinate and produce Cost and Forecasting reports to a defined reporting cycle, including commentary on key time- related drivers and performance...

Are you a Civil / Structural Project Manager with rail infrastructure experience?   Do you have NEC4 contract experience?   Job Title: Project Manager Location: Cardiff (Office & Site Based) Rate: £400 - £475 per day (CIS / Inside IR35 via Umbrella) Contract: Long-Term Contract Start Date: ASAP   Looking for a long-term infrastructure contract where you can take ownership of a major project from pre-construction through to delivery?   This is an opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a flagship Access for All scheme in Cardiff, involving the construction of a new bridge structure providing improved access and connectivity to a local university. With detailed design nearing completion and construction commencing this autumn, you'll play a key role in delivering a high-profile infrastructure project.   The role will suit a client-facing Project Manager with a strong structures background who is comfortable managing multidisciplinary...

Test Manager (SAP) £550 Per Day, Inside IR35 Cardiff (1-2 Days Per Week Initially) Hybrid 6 Months Contract Your new company A large organisation based in Cardiff. Your new role We are seeking a hands-on UAT Test Manager to support a major SAP transformation programme, migrating from legacy systems into SAP Finance and Procurement. The role will focus on User Acceptance Testing (UAT) from a business perspective, ensuring that the SAP solution delivered by the system integrator is fully aligned to real operational workflows. This plays a critical role in bridging the gap between technical delivery and business usability, particularly as the business will own UAT. Role Responsibilities Develop and own the UAT strategy, approach, and governance. Define test scope, entry/exit criteria, and success measures. Establish a structured UAT test framework aligned to business processes. Design and produce end-to-end UAT test scripts based on business process mapping. Ensure...

Mechanical Fitter (Special Purpose Machinery) 3 Month Contract (Possibility to be extended) £20.00 - £25.00 per hour (Inside IR35) Monday - Friday / 37 - 50 hours per week Bristol, commutable from: Bath, Longwell Green, Kingswood, Hanham, Keynsham, Brislington, Knowle, Hengrove, Emersons Green, Saltford, Barrs Court, Are you a Mechanical Fitter looking for an immediately available, days based contract role for a market leading manufacturing company with guaranteed overtime available? Due to company growth, they now have a new positions for a Mechanical Fitter to join their team with immediate effect on a days based contract with overtime available. The ideal candidate will be immediately available, with the ability to assemble / build Special Purpose Machinery from CAD / Technical Engineering Drawings. This is an immediate start with the potential to go beyond 3 months, where you'll be paid an excellent rate at a leading engineering company that are at the forefront of...