9 construction jobs found in Burnley

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Chorley or Crewe (hybrid with site/client offices) Contract: Freelance (Outside IR35) Project: Major station upgrade project (circa £40m) Company Overview We are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading UK infrastructure and construction contractor with a strong presence across rail, highways, water, and civil engineering sectors. The business operates across multiple divisions and has a well-established reputation as a Tier 1 contractor within the rail sector, delivering major infrastructure projects through long-term frameworks and joint ventures. With continued growth and diversification into new sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation with a strong pipeline of secured work. The North West division is a key region within the business, delivering projects across frameworks with major clients and expanding into new infrastructure sectors. The commercial team is known...

A leading engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior EICA Engineer to support a growing portfolio of water sector projects across the UK. This role offers flexible hybrid working, with the expectation of attending a Manchester office and project sites as required. This is a long term contract position, and can be outside ir35.  The Role Reporting to the Project Lead Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality Electrical, Control, Instrumentation & Automation (EICA) design solutions across major water frameworks. Key Responsibilities Deliver cost-effective design documentation aligned with client specifications and project requirements Produce outline and detailed EICA designs for water sector projects Conduct site surveys and provide technical input during project lifecycle Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and produce detailed reports Review and ensure compliance of subcontractor designs Prepare, check, and approve engineering...

Are you looking for a role where you can shape design delivery, grow team capability, and influence how water industry projects are engineered from concept through to delivery? Have you managed and led multi-disciplinary design teams delivering complex projects within a regulated environment, ensuring quality, safety, and programmed compliance? Do you have strong hands on experience leading the design process on water or similar regulated infrastructure projects, with accountability for design outputs and team performance? The Opportunity This role is available on a contract basis (outside IR35) and they are also recruiting on a permanent basis, offering £60,000–£80,000 per year plus package, with hybrid working options available depending on experience and arrangements. This role has been created in response to continued growth within a multi-disciplinary engineering design environment delivering regulated infrastructure projects. With an expanding workload in the water...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor – Wakefield – Groundworks - £400 a day (neg) * Immediate Start Available * Closing out final accounts on multiple road and sewer schemes * Office based role with some site visits required (Yorkshire) * £400 a day but this is negotiable dependent upon level of experience * Initial 6 Month Contract * Outside IR35 To apply for this role or for further detail, please contact MBS Recruitment ASAP

ADDISON PROJECT PLC – Senior Project Engineer, Thornton-Cleveleys For over 25 years, Addison Project plc has delivered innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and food & beverage sectors. As a family‑owned business with UK‑wide coverage, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative, client‑focused approach. Our fully integrated EPCM capability supported by strong CDM and HSSEQ leadership and accredited management systems ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards from concept through to commissioning and start‑up. If you're passionate about engineering and want to join a dynamic, people‑focused consultancy driving progress and sustainability across the UK’s manufacturing and process industries, Addison Project is the place for you. Role: Senior Project Engineer (Contract outside IR35) Location: Thornton-Cleveleys Contract: 12 months Start Date: Spring 2026 WORKSCOPE Addison...

Health & Safety Advisor ·Role: Health & Safety Advisor / HSE Advisor ·Location: Cheshire ·Type: Freelance Contract ·Rate: £400/day Outside IR35 ·Sector: Highways Are you a hands-on Health & Safety Advisor with highways experience who actually enjoys being out on site and making a difference? A growing construction and infrastructure business is expanding its Health & Safety team due to a major increase in high-value projects across the North West, meaning they need experienced people who can hit the ground running. This is an opportunity for a practical, proactive H&S Advisor who enjoys inspections, engaging with site teams, reviewing risk assessments, and being visible on live projects rather than sitting behind a desk.   They are specifically looking for someone who: ·Has Highways or Civil Engineering experience ·Is comfortable carrying out site inspections and audits ·Can review and challenge RAMS and risk assessments ·Takes a practical approach...

Site Manager – Residential Groundworks Location: Thurnscoe Start: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Rate: £250 - £320 - Outside IR35 We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to oversee a busy residential groundworks package in Thurnscoe. The successful candidate will have a strong background managing residential groundwork projects including roads, sewers, drainage, plot works and infrastructure packages. Requirements: • SMSTS • First Aid • CSCS Card • Proven experience managing residential groundwork schemes • Strong health & safety awareness • Ability to manage subcontractors and programme delivery Duties: • Day-to-day site management • Coordinating subcontractors and labour • Ensuring works are completed safely and to programme • Liaising with clients and senior management • Site paperwork and reporting Immediate start available. To apply, please send your CV or contact us directly for more information

Seeking a Class 2F Registered Building Inspector for a 12-month contract with a well-established RBCA The role will involve a mix of site inspections and plan checking, with a flexible working arrangement of 3 days on-site and 3 days working from home, with no office attendance required. Key Requirements: * Registered Building Inspector – Class 2F * Experience conducting site inspections and plan assessments * Strong knowledge of Building Regulations and compliance * Ability to work independently and manage your own workload What's on Offer: * 12-month contract * Outside IR35 * Flexible hybrid working * No office presence required * Competitive day rate

Mechanical Commissioning Lead – Contract (Outside IR35) Location - North West England Contract Length - 6 Months - June start Outside IR35 H9 Talent Solutions are looking for an experienced Mechanical Commissioning Lead to support the delivery and commissioning of a new-build energy asset in the North West. This is a key site-based role responsible for leading mechanical commissioning activities through pre-commissioning, cold and hot commissioning, testing, and final handover phases. The successful candidate will work closely with the Commissioning Manager, EPC contractors, OEMs, construction teams, and client representatives to ensure safe and efficient commissioning execution across all mechanical systems. This role would suit an individual with a strong background in large-scale industrial, power generation, Energy from Waste, CHP, CCGT, process plant, or heavy industrial projects. Role & Responsibilities Lead and coordinate all mechanical commissioning activities...