74 jobs found in Wickford

Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Site Inspector to support ongoing civil and marine works in the Essex area. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-profile infrastructure project, where you will play a key role in ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with design and quality standards.   Please note that, depending on project requirements, there may be a need to work additional hours, including evenings, nights, or weekends. Night shifts are currently operated on a rotating roster, typically following 12 days on, 2 days off pattern, which may include working one weekend in every two. This role will also be 6 days per week to begin with. This position fall outside IR35.   Key Responsibilities   Site Inspection & Project Support   ·Carry out regular site inspections to ensure compliance with approved designs, specifications, and HSE requirements ·Support the delivery of civil and marine construction activities...

Our client, a leading national civil engineering contractor, is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support the delivery of a heavy structures project. Project Engineer Responsibilities: * Support the planning and delivery of heavy structural works, ensuring compliance with programme and specification. * Prepare, review, and manage ITPs and RAMS. * Ensure all works are delivered in line with quality assurance standards and project requirements. * Liaise with the client, subcontractors, and internal teams to maintain effective communication. * Monitor and coordinate temporary works, ensuring compliance with design and safety procedures. * Keep accurate site records and documentation to support audits and project tracking. Project Engineer Requirements: * Proven experience working on heavy structures or major civils projects * Strong working knowledge of ITPs, RAMS, and quality processes * Good understanding of temporary works procedures * CSCS...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor (Freelance) Location: Central London & Stansted Airport Contract Type: Freelance Contract (Outside IR35) Rate: £400.00 – £450.00 per day Company Overview We are recruiting for experienced Senior Quantity Surveyors to support the delivery of works within an Asset Intelligence team for a leading Tier 1 contractor. These roles sit across two key projects within high-profile environments, offering exposure to complex M&E, security, and infrastructure-related works. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established team delivering critical upgrade and maintenance projects across major UK assets. The Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of projects across two locations: Central London and Stansted Airport. This is a hands-on role requiring strong NEC contract knowledge and the ability to operate within a Tier 1 environment. You will be responsible for managing commercial...

Quantity Surveyor | Water Sector Contract: Long‑term, Outside IR35 Location: Maidstone, Kent (Flexible Hybrid) Our client in the water sector is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support commercial operations across a range of infrastructure and operational projects. This long‑term contract offers the opportunity to play a key role in cost management, financial reporting, and commercial governance within a fast‑paced, essential services environment. Hybrid working is available, with regular presence required at the Maidstone office. Key Responsibilities Produce regular cost and revenue reports to support financial oversight Maintain accurate daily work records and commercial documentation Prepare and manage Schedule of Rates pricing Reconcile subcontractor accounts and prepare payment certificates Support valuations, cost tracking and commercial forecasting Liaise with operational and planning teams to monitor progress and scope Price completed works across...

A UK EPC Contractor is seeking an experienced Site Manager to deliver solar farm projects based in Kent, South East England. Solar farm experience is required. Experience managing multiple projects is highly desirable. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for daily site operations, driving programme delivery, managing multi-disciplinary project teams and subcontractors, and ensuring high HSE and quality standards onsite. This is for 12-month renewable contract, operating outside IR35. Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit

Due to the award of a Highways scheme in Colchester, our client, a top Regional Contractor are seeking the services of a Site Engineer to join their team with works including Highway Construction, Roundabout Improvements and Paving works valued at £15m. Based from site, daily duties will include Setting Out, Supervision of Sub Contractors, QA and Daily Diary. To be considered for this role you will have a minimum of an HNC in Civil Engineering and hold CSCS and SSSTS as a minimum. You MUST have Highways experience gained within the Main Contracting environment. In return, a top day rate is on offer which is Outside IR35 and comes with a long term contract and the potential for future works. This is a great opportunity on a new scheme so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) for further information

Senior Safety Engineer Must be UK Sole National Location: London Rate: Up to £90 per hour (Outside IR35) Contract Length: 6-12 Months Sole UK National Required The Opportunity This is more than just a contract role - it's an opportunity to support the safety and assurance of complex, mission-critical systems within the UK defence sector. As a Senior Safety Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the safety lifecycle of advanced engineering systems, ensuring robust safety processes are embedded from concept through to delivery and in-service support. Working within a specialist engineering team, you will collaborate across multiple disciplines to influence design decisions, mitigate risk, and help deliver safe, reliable solutions across high-profile defence programmes. This role would suit an experienced engineer looking to apply their expertise within a technically challenging and highly regulated environment. What You Will Be Doing Delivering safety engineering...

Programme Manager - Ecommerce - Digital - Retail London / Hybrid £700 - £800 per day - Outside IR35 Programme Manager - Ecommerce - Digital - Retail Our client is a market leading UK retailer who are looking for an experienced Programme Manager to lead the replatforming of their website. You'll be responsible for managing multiple workstreams across the programme ensuring the end-to-end delivery of their new website and digital experience whilst managing internal and 3rd party delivery teams. Ideally candidates will have the below experience: Proven E-Commerce Programme Management experience. Deep retail & e-commerce sector experience Outstanding stakeholder engagement and 3rd party supplier management skills. Proven end to end replatforming experience. If you're considering new contract roles and would like to be considered please get in touch for more details. £700 - £800 per day - Outside IR35 London / Hybrid Programme Manager - Ecommerce - Digital - Retail

Marketing & Communications Manager (Events) £32.26 Umbrella Location: London | Hybrid available Overview We're seeking an experienced Marketing & Communications Manager to lead campaigns for a high-profile cultural events and classical music programme within a leading performing arts environment. This is a standalone, hands-on role responsible for delivering end-to-end marketing activity across a fast-moving live events schedule. You'll take ownership of an in-flight programme, working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead marketing campaigns for cultural and live performance events Drive audience engagement for classical music and performing arts programmes Manage digital, print, social, and PR activity across campaigns Oversee ticketing setup and coordination with box office teams Produce campaign materials and ensure brand consistency Analyse audience data and campaign performance Manage stakeholder relationships across...

EUC Solutions Architect Fully Onsite | Central London Initial Contract: 6 months Rate: £550 - £575 per day IR35 Status: Outside IR35 We are seeking an experienced, client facing EUC Solutions Architect to lead the technical delivery of a large scale EUC Application Modernisation programme for a major enterprise client based in Central London. This is a fully onsite role (5 days per week), offering end‑to‑end architectural ownership within a long‑term, high‑profile transformation programme. You will act as the senior technical authority, architecting and governing the migration of 1,500+ enterprise applications to a modern, evergreen model aligned with Microsoft's Modern Application Reference Architecture. The role sits at the centre of client engagement, working closely with UK‑based stakeholders and coordinating delivery with an offshore team in India. Responsibilities Own the end‑to‑end EUC solution architecture, from discovery and assessment through to evergreen steady...

Mechanical Supervisor - Central London £300-£325 per day (Outside IR35) | Long-Term Contract We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to join a growing team delivering high-quality commercial fit-out projects across Central London. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking for long-term contract work on a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from £2 million to £12 million in mechanical value. Key Responsibilities Oversee and coordinate all mechanical installations on-site Supervise subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and site procedures Monitor progress against programme and report to Project/Contracts Managers Conduct quality inspections and manage snagging processes Liaise with main contractors, consultants, and internal teams Requirements Proven experience as a Mechanical Supervisor within commercial fit-out projects Strong...

Great opportunity to work with this leading international Consulting Engineers who are looking to bring on board a driven and experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer, Outside IR35, to be an active part of a specialist design team consultancy to work on a variety of Data Centre projects. Key Responsibilities:- Create electrical design drawings and specs for Data Centre Projects. Ensure designs meet all standards and regulations. Support sustainable design and use of innovative tech Work closely with colleagues, clients, architects, and contractors.. Manage project deadlines, budgets, and deliverables. About you: You should hold Degree (or historic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or related field.- Should have extensive experience in Mission Critical design and building services design, specifically on data centres.- Skilled in Amtech, and Dialux/Relux, with AutoCAD and Revit proficiency being beneficial. Sound knowledge of British Standards and building...

Contract Structural Resident Engineer 12 months contract Start end of May ‘26 Central London£50-55 p/h Ltd **Outside IR35** A major firm of consulting engineers based in London currently requires the services of a Contract Structural Resident Engineer for a 12-month contract. Our client is well known leading UK consultancy who are working on a major commercial buildings project near to St Paul Cathedral in London. Previous experience on large scale London site experience would be a significant preference. Our client is ideally looking to start the successful candidate towards the end of May or early July ’26. An hourly rate of £50-55 p/h Outside IR35 can be offered. Please contact Nick Rothery for more information

Position Design Manager – Retail Banking Location London or Luton Office (Hybrid) Pay Rate £400 - £450 per day (outside IR35) Contract 12-24 months (ongoing portfolio) This opportunity would suit a Design Manager with proven experience delivering Retail Banking projects for a main contractor. The Role Following several major project wins, you’ll join a growing framework portfolio, taking responsibility for design delivery across multiple fast‑paced projects at one of the UK’s largest Tier 1 main contractors. You’ll work directly with the Technical Director and Principal Design Manager, playing a key role in shaping design strategy and driving delivery across a portfolio of Retail Banking projects. While the role supports a national Retail Banking framework, travel requirements are minimal, with site visits planned efficiently and very limited overnight stays. The Company One of the UK’s leading Tier 1 construction and infrastructure contractors, operating nationally with a strong...

Location: London Rate: Competitive (Outside IR35 subject to assessment) Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to provide interim support to a growing workload within their London Civils & Structures team. This is a long-term contract opportunity with the potential to operate outside IR35, subject to assessment. This role offers the chance to step into a live, multidisciplinary project environment and make an immediate impact. You will take ownership of structural design packages, working closely with internal teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, practical engineering solutions in line with programme, cost, and safety requirements. The Role Reporting to an Associate or Principal Engineer, you will lead small to medium civil and structural design packages, or play a key role within larger, complex schemes. While this position does not include direct line management, you will provide technical guidance and support to colleagues across...

Chief Architect Location: UK or Ireland (regular travel required) Type: Full-time | Initial 3–6 month contract with potential to become permanent £650-£700pd + Dependent on experience  (Outside IR35) Overview A technology organisation in the public sector space is looking for a Chief Architect to define and lead its end-to-end platform architecture. You’ll set technical direction, ensure systems are secure and scalable, and align architecture with business and product strategy. Key Responsibilities Define and own enterprise architecture strategy and standards Lead design reviews and govern architectural decisions Ensure scalable, resilient, and secure system design Drive cloud-native, microservices, API, and data architecture adoption Maintain platform consistency across regions and teams Collaborate with engineering, product, and senior stakeholders Mentor engineers and promote best practicesSkills & Experience 10+ years in software engineering, including senior...

Are you a Psychiatrist with experience in CAMHS Neurodiversity assessments, and looking to further your impact? We're seeking experienced Psychiatrists ( CAMHs) to support a range of services conduct remote for ADHD, Autism or both within duel assessments. We are working with a 5* service who are specifically seeking experienced Psychiatrists with an NHS background. This is your chance to: Make a real impact: Your expertise will provide life-changing insights and help guide individuals towards the right support. Work flexibly from home: Enjoy the benefits of a remote schedule while contributing to a vital service (up to 2-3 days/6 assessments per week) Earn competitively: We offer competitive rates, with the possibility of earning up to £115 per hour (outside IR35). Expand your reach: If you have extra capacity, we can connect you with a network of providers looking for talented psychiatrists. We're dedicated to improving the lives of neurodiverse individuals...

2nd Line Support Engineer (Infrastructure) Location: Hybrid / UK-based Contract Length: 6 months IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented 2nd Line Support Engineer to support and maintain server infrastructure across both on-premise and cloud environments. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with solid foundational experience who is looking to deepen their skills across infrastructure, backend systems, and some frontend/server-facing technologies. You will work closely with senior engineers to support, monitor, and maintain systems, assist with upgrades, and ensure platform stability within a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Provide 2nd line support for physical and virtual server environments Monitor system performance, investigate issues, and carry out troubleshooting across backend infrastructure Support and maintain Windows Server platforms (basic Linux exposure beneficial) Assist with server upgrades,...

Linux Engineer – 6-month contract – London – Outside of IR35 The Linux Engineer will play a central role in upgrading servers to Ubuntu 24.04 LTS while implementing stringent CIS Level 2 security standards across a diverse and business-critical environment. The Linux Engineer will work closely with applications—troubleshooting compatibility issues, identifying why hardened configurations break services, and delivering secure, practical solutions. The environment includes core banking systems, identity platforms, middleware, containerised workloads, and legacy applications, so adaptability and problem-solving are key Skills needed from the Linux Engineer: Strong Linux administration experience (Ubuntu preferred), including system internals and security Experience upgrading to Ubuntu 24.04 from an older version Advanced automation skills using Ansible and Bash scripting Hands-on experience with system hardening standards and security frameworks (CIS compliant) Ability to...

James Stevens Associates are delighted to be working with a Social Housing organisation in North London that are now looking for an Interim Property Sales & Disposals Manager. This is a quick moving position for 6-12 months with potentially has the opportunity to move into a permanent role. Interim Property Sales & Disposals Manager North London Hybrid & Field based role Day rate | 6 to 12 month contract Outside of IR35 £300 - £400 a day Working 4 days per week Looking for someone to start within the next 1-2 weeks Working Style * Hybrid: 1–2 days in office, rest on-site or remote * Highly autonomous you’ll be trusted to manage your own pipeline * Field-based this role suits someone who prefers being out on estates and meeting people, not sitting behind a desk The Opportunity The Housing Association are delivering an ambitious asset strategy to unlock capital from selected properties and reinvest across its wider portfolio. With a live pipeline...