28 construction jobs found in Abingdon

Senior Construction Manager (Outside IR35-LTD) Certain Advantage is hiring for a Senior Construction  Manager based in the Surrey area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with an engineering company specialising in delivering innovative solutions across aerospace, defence, energy, and government sectors. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Senior Construction Manager—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: EPCI Bid Support for Indonesian Project Support the development of ITB Development of the construction execution plan for the EPC Phase Participate in project constructability workshopsThe Individual We’re looking for people who can show: EPC and FEED LNG experience in a similar roleThe Benefits:...

Job Title: Asbestos Surveyor Location: Oxford Rate: £250 per day IR35 Determination: Outside IR35 Contract Length: Ongoing contract The Role: Are you an Asbestos Surveyor looking for a new contract opportunity? We are looking to secure the services of a qualified Asbestos Surveyor to service an ongoing contract based in the Oxford area. Your workload will offer a diverse mixture of environments, specifically focusing on a housing contract alongside hospital surveys. When working on the hospital sites, you will be surveying rooms as varied as operating theatres to boiler rooms and everything in-between. As a surveyor on this contract, you will be required to conduct management surveys, take any necessary samples for suspected Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs), and properly document the properties in-site. About You: To be successful in this role, you will need to meet the following requirements: You must be a BOHS P402 qualified surveyor. You must have a demonstrable...

Our client, a prominent company in the construction sector, is currently seeking a dedicated Site Manager to oversee a short-term upgrade project at Reading FC's stadium. Key Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day site activities and act as the primary on-site lead Manage and coordinate M&E contractors, ensuring seamless integration of services Supervise installation of high-powered audio systems and associated infrastructure Oversee MEWP operations, ensuring safe and compliant use Manage UPS-related works and ensure all power-critical upgrades meet required standards Liaise with multiple subcontractors; all project delivery is via sub-contracted teams Maintain strict health & safety compliance at all times Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and ensure RAMS are followed Monitor progress against programme and escalate issues proactively Report daily on site activity, progress, and any deviations from schedule Job Requirements: Proven experience as a Site Manager on...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a Tier 1 Construction company to recruit a HSE Advisor on a 3 Month for its Swindon site. The HSE Advisor role comes with a day rate of £350 per day. Key skills required for the HSE Advisor role Min. 5 years experience in a HSE role. Experience working in the construction industry. NEBOSH. Qualification in a HSE related field. Location, day rate and timeframe of the HSE Advisor role Based in Swindon Office. Outside IR35 Initial 3 month contract, potential to extend.Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to...

General Foreman-Utilities-Aylesbury-To £Freelance Rate Outsider IR35 Solution are looking for a freelance General Foreman with Utilities experience for a top client who have Utility Diversion works on HS2 in Aylesbury including Gas, Water & Electric and associated Heavy Civils works (deep excavations etc). Duties will include overseeing Contractors and Labour on site, issuing task briefs, site inductions, health & safety, tool box talks and reporting, allocation sheets etc. To be considered you must have SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid and have Utilities experience to your name within the Civil Engineering environment so exposure to Utility Diversions is a Must. Top rate (to be discussed) and Outside IR35 with long term contract and immediate start on offer. Urgent need so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to me to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave anytime on (phone number removed)

Foreman - Aylesbury - Freelance Outside IR35 We are currently looking for a Foreman for a major civil engineering client on a project in Aylesbury. The right person MUST have a strong utilities background as they'll be working on gas, water and electricity diversions. Previous experience with deep excavations and diversions is essential. Must have SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid. EUSR is preferred but not essential. This is an immediate need and comes with a top day rate outside IR35! If interested, please get in touch ASAP

We are currently recruiting for a Project Engineer to support a Berkshire based client for a May start. Responsibilities: * Project engineering small packages of works. * Delivery of a portfolio of small – medium sized projects in accordance with the company project roadmap throughout the project lifecycle ensuring governance to current engineering standards and compliance with CDM regulations. * Strict GMP compliance to be adhered throughout the lifecycle of the project. * Coordination with the Principal Contractor and all other project team members to ensure completion to schedule. * Project management services to oversee the completion snags and any construction defects identified. * Project management services to oversee the completion of any installation, commissioning and qualification by liaising with the vendor, company Validation and any other company teams. * Weekly project progress reporting to the company Portfolio Manager. * Weekly project reporting to...

Role:                     Finance Transformation Specialist / PMO                                   (S/4HANA) (Outside of IR35) Location:             Milton Keynes  MK13  Rate:                    Negotiable   – Outside IR35 or PAYE Contract:            6–12 months, Monday–Friday (37.5 hrs) Our client is launching a major Finance Transformation Programme, including a full SAP S/4HANA migration starting in Q2/Q3 2026. They are seeking an experienced Finance Transformation Specialist / PMO with strong ERP implementation experience (SAP S/4HANA or ECC). Experience in financial or statutory reporting is highly advantageous. About the Role You will play a key role in supporting the S/4HANA system build, driving finance process improvements, and enhancing statutory reporting capability. This is a hands‑on role within a fast‑moving transformation environment. Key Responsibilities ERP Transformation (S/4HANA): Act as FI/CO functional specialist/PMO throughout planning and...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Chippenham (3 days on-site, 2 days working from home) 12 month contract (outside of IR35) £(Apply online only) per day About the Role: - We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to provide post-contract commercial support across a range of work packages. This is a key role supporting project delivery, ensuring commercial success while maintaining strong relationships with internal teams and external partners. - You will play a vital role in managing costs, controlling change, and ensuring projects are delivered within budget and on time. Responsibilities: - Provide post-contract commercial support across subcontract, materials, and direct labour packages - Ensure projects are delivered within cost and time constraints - Support the commercial management of work packages including Design, Installation, Test & Commission, Materials, Telecoms, Electrification, Power, Plant, Professional Services, Civil Engineering, and...

Due to the award of a major Hydro Electric scheme in Scotland, our client a world renowned Main Contractor are seeking the services of a Design manager to support the works which include Earthworks, Roads and Tunnelling. Managing the design and engineering activities duties will include: 1. Completion of design on time and within budget including successful completion of design reviews, stage gates, construction reviews and hazard/risk reduction procedures. 2. To provide technical support on the project. 3. To ensure health, safety, welfare, environment, quality are considered as a core function of design at all stages, decisions and outcomes clearly communicated to construction and operation teams To be considered for this, you will have a Degree in Civil Engineering and ideally be MICE. You will also have solid Design management experience gained on major Infrastructure projects in the UK. In return, a top day rate is on offer which is Outside IR35 and comes with an...

Solution have had a long term freelance Environmental Manager role for a major Power scheme in Scotland with specific aspects including Roads, Tunnelling, Heavy Civils and MEP works. The duties involve being the Environmental Manager, working closely with the project team, stakeholders and the supply chain, managing environmental aspects, ensuring the project is compliant with legal and ISO standards and supporting Environmental Advisors in delivering environmental support to site, Meeting the client, stakeholder, legislative other third party and internal requirements on environmental and social standards and Contributing to the sustainability strategy development and implementation in the business. The role is long term freelance with flexibility on the initial location (Swindon, London & Home working) and visits to site as and where required in the future. It is Outside IR35 with an excellent day rate on offer and Long Term contract! This is a great new role on a really...

Health & Safety Advisor-Swindon-OUTSIDE IR35 Solution have the need for a Health & Safety Advisor to join a large infrastructure contractor on a freelance basis to work from their office in Swindon working on major Infrastructure schemes includin Tunnelling, Highways and Energy works. Duties to include supporting the health & safety manager, monitoring health & safety systems, audits, close call investigations and assisting with tenders on the H&S side. To be considered you will hold NEBOSH and ideally IOSH and will be a member of a recognised body. You will also have proven experience within large civils projects. Top day rate on offer (to be discussed) which is outside IR35 and comes with an immediate start and long contract for the right individual. Urgent need so if interested please send your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) for further information

Astute's contract team is partnering with a Global Construction business to recruit a Design Manager on an initial 4 month contract. This is a fully remote role. The Design Manager role comes with a day rate of £450 - £550 per day, Outside IR35. Key skills required for the Design Manager role: Ensuring project procedures & processes (particularly engineering) are implemented throughout design Promote latest engineering developments, technology, innovations, methods and best practice in permanent and temporary works ensuring they are considered, developed, communicated and implemented both at bid stage and during construction Prepare and manage the design deliverable schedule both on time and in budget Review designs for compliance with contract requirements and tender intentionsThis role can either be fully remote or based out of Head Office in Wiltshire. Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the...

Senior Quantity Surveyor – New Build Residential (Main Contractor) Kenna Recruitment is working in partnership with a leading main contractor to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major mixed-use residential development in North West London Outside IR35. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a scheme from procurement stage, offering circa 3 years of secured work on a high-profile project. The Project * New build residential towers * 180 units – affordable & build-to-rent private apartments * Mixed-use scheme including communal amenity spaces and ground floor commercial units * Gateway approved – ready to progress The Role Reporting into a Commercial Manager, you will take a leading role in the commercial delivery of the project from procurement through to completion. Key responsibilities include: * Managing subcontractor procurement and package buyout * Preparing and managing cost reports and forecasts * Leading valuations, variations, and...

Job Title: Site Engineer Location: Guildford Project: Thames Water Scheme Contract Duration: 3 Weeks (Potential Extension) Rate: £330-£350 per day (Outside IR35) Start Date: 30th March Overview: We are currently seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support a Thames Water project based in Guildford. This is a short-term contract with an immediate start, offering competitive day rates and the potential for extension based on performance and project requirements. Key Responsibilities: Carrying out accurate setting out for construction works Supervising and recording trial holes Managing and maintaining QA documentation in line with project standards Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with design specifications and health & safety requirements Liaising with site teams, subcontractors, and project managementRequirements: Proven experience working as a Site Engineer on water/utilities projects Valid Thames Water Passport (essential) Strong setting out skills...

Elevate projects are working in partnership with our client, a reputable property consultancy, to appoint an experienced Condition Surveyor to their busy team producing building surveys using Keystone software, on housing stock in the Guildford and surrounds area. This role is outside ir35 and paid per survey basis with OTE of £250 to £300 per day on average

Interim Health and Safety Consultant - £400 - £450 per day (Outside IR35) - North West London * Are you looking for a role where you can help shape safety culture across a major London transport operation? * Do you enjoy working closely with operational teams to drive improvements in health, safety, environment and quality? * Are you motivated by the opportunity to influence change at the beginning of a transformational journey? If so, look no further… * An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Interim Health and Safety Consultant to join a leading London transport operator, supporting the development of health, safety, environmental and quality arrangements across its operations. * Reporting to the Head of Health and Safety, this is a highly operational role where you will work closely with garage teams, project stakeholders and senior leaders to drive continuous improvement, ensure legal compliance and strengthen safety culture across multiple...

Contract Details * Location: South West London Office * Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days from home * Contract Type: Outside IR35 / 12+ months * Rate: Competitive day rate * Start: ASAP Ceto Talent – Jasmine White representing a global EPC leader Ceto Talent are supporting a global leader in engineering and construction across the energy and infrastructure sectors, in the search for an experienced HSE Advisor to join a major Carbon Capture project. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-profile energy transition project, working within an established HSE team on both current and future developments. The Role You will be part of a 7-person Project HSE team, supporting the development, implementation, and monitoring of the project safety management system across a major CCS programme. Key responsibilities include: * Managing and evaluating subcontractors, including supplier documentation * Developing and maintaining HSE project...

Senior Preconstruction Project Engineer – Infrastructure Projects Location: Surrey Rate: £450 - £500 per day (Outside IR35 considered) Duration: 12 months Start: ASAP A major infrastructure contractor is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Project Engineer to support the development and mobilisation of complex water and wastewater projects. This role focuses on the critical pre-construction and design phases of project delivery, ensuring schemes are properly planned, technically coordinated and commercially positioned before construction begins. The successful candidate will work closely with pre-construction teams, designers, planners and procurement specialists to develop robust target costs, risk registers and delivery strategies while ensuring design solutions are aligned with programme and buildability requirements. The Senior Preconstruction Project Engineer will play a key role in coordinating operational input during the early stages of project development. Working...

Preconstruction Project Engineer Location: Surrey Rate: £350 - £400 (Outside IR35 considered) Duration: 12 months Start: ASAP We are seeking a Preconstruction Project Engineer to support the development and mobilisation of water and wastewater infrastructure projects within a large capital delivery programme. This role sits within the pre-construction and engineering team and focuses on ensuring projects are technically coordinated and properly planned before construction begins. The successful candidate will contribute to the early stages of project development by supporting the preparation of target costs, risk registers and delivery strategies, ensuring projects are set up for successful execution once they progress to site. Working closely with design partners, procurement teams and operational delivery teams, you will review engineering deliverables to ensure they comply with contractual, regulatory and technical requirements. You will help coordinate the development of...