11 construction jobs found in Colchester

My client requires an experienced Construction Manager with an Electrical Bias for a long term role based near to Ipswich, Suffolk. Outside IR35 + Weekly Payments + 2 year duration My client has delivered a wide range of M&E projects over the last 15 + years working with Tier 1 clients in a number of sectors, and due to continued growth requires an experienced Construction Manager to join their business. The position will require you to assist the Project Manager and the management of the sub contractors delivering MEP packages of work. This is a long term contract role and would suit someone who has extensive experience covering the following: * Reporting into the Senior Project Manager * Forming close links with the client’s representatives and their teams at a senior level. * Attending site meetings, liaising with clients and subcontractors * Promote a positive health and safety culture across the project & workforce * Managing any changes that occur throughout...

Position: Building Surveyor (Freelance / Contract) Project Type: Schedule of Condition (Student Accommodation Block) Location: Ipswich, Suffolk Timing: On-site survey week commencing Monday 20th July IR35 Status: Outside IR35 (Independent Contract) Fee Structure: Fixed Price (subject to surveyor quotation) Software Requirement: GoReport (with output to Excel Schedule of Condition) About the Opportunity We are seeking a freelance, contract, or independent Building Surveyor to carry out a pragmatic, photo-led Schedule of Condition (SoC) of a student accommodation block in Ipswich The goal is to capture a clear baseline record of the property’s condition prior to the upcoming academic cycle. The on-site data collection and reporting must be completed via GoReport, outputting a clean, structured Excel Schedule of Condition matching our template. Scope & Level of Detail Required This is an exception-based Schedule of Condition rather than an exhaustive elemental survey:...

My client requires an M&E Project Engineer who has worked on M&E projects to join their team on a long term project based next to Ipswich, Suffolk. Paying £(Apply online only) a shift + Outside IR35 + Weekly Payments My client has a good name in the engineering sector for delivering M&E projects for high profile clients in a number of different sectors and offers a stable, professional and friendly atmosphere in which to work in. Role & Responsibilities: * Assurance of materials * Managing sub contractors * Defining the installation requirements * Working with the construction teams * Supporting problem solving during build process Requirements: * Ability to work in Suffolk (Accomodation options) * Ability to produce paperwork (ITP's) and prioritise workloads This would suit someone who is looking for a long term role and someone who wishes to join an experienced team in Suffolk delivering M&E packjages of work. Outside IR35 + Paying £(Apply online...

Astute's Power team are looking to recruit a O&M Days Team Leader on an Energy from Waste Project in Essex on a 3-6-month contract. Key skills Provide guidance and support to the O&M team on plant operation Candidates must have experience in EFW or Power operational plants and/or EFW or Power plants in O&M Operational and Maintenance stage Must have Leadership experience i.e. as a Shift Team Leader (STL) or supervisory level preferred Must have proven ability to manage plant operations, personnel, and emergency situations in a high-risk environment Location, remuneration and timeframe of the O&M Day Shift Team Leader role Essex Immediate Start £(phone number removed) per day Outside IR35 3 - 6 months INDPOW 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...

Architectural Technician - Housebuilder Projects Remote (UK) £25-£27 per hour (Outside IR35) 3-Month Contract (subject to extension) | Fully Remote An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Architectural Technician to join a busy architectural practice supporting the delivery of major UK residential housing developments. This Architectural Technician role is ideal for someone with a strong housebuilder background who enjoys producing high-quality technical drawing packages and working on residential developments from planning through to construction. The successful Architectural Technician will work remotely, supporting a range of live housing projects while producing detailed AutoCAD drawings to meet demanding project deadlines. The Role As an Architectural Technician, you'll be responsible for: Producing detailed AutoCAD drawing packages for residential housing developments Preparing technical drawings and construction information for live projects...

Mechanical Fitter - HV Substations Location: NeuConnect Project, ME3 0BY Start Date: 13th July 2026 Duration: Until 21st December 2026 Hours: 50 Hours per Week (10 Hours per Day, Monday-Friday) Rates: LTD / Umbrella First 37 Hours: £29.12 per hour After 37 Hours / First 4 Hours Saturday: £30.87 per hour After 4 Hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holidays: £33.65 per hour IR35 Status: Outside IR35 (LTD) We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join a major HV substation project on the NeuConnect scheme. This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term project with one of the UK's leading engineering organisations, working on critical transmission infrastructure. The successful candidate will become part of an established site team carrying out mechanical installation works while maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and quality. Key Responsibilities: Carry out mechanical installation activities on HV substation projects Work safely in...

We're working alongside a well-established construction and engineering company in order to find them a Gateman/Site Assistant for their 400kV substation project in the North Hertfordshire area. This is a contract role starting ASAP and lasting until 18/12/2026. This is an outside IR35 role and you MUST have an NSI8 authorisation as it's a live substation project. Key Responsibilities: Assist the site team with the day-to-day upkeep of the site, including generators and general site housekeeping Tending the main access gate Escorting vehicles in accordance with National Grid Safety Rules. Taking of deliveries Supporting the Site Management and Supervision teams along with other tasks as and when requested by the Site Manager Work closely with the Site Management team to ensure a safe and effective delivery of the project To maintain own levels of skill and knowledge to do the job effectively Comply with relevant company HSQE and welfare policy provisionsPlease click to find...

Our client, a globally leading EPC organisation, is seeking a Contracts Administrator / Quantity Surveyor to join a major capital project based in Royston. Working as part of the site delivery team, you will provide contract administration support to the Contracts Manager and Construction Manager, ensuring effective management of construction contracts throughout the project lifecycle. This role is ideally suited to a mid-level Contracts Administrator or Quantity Surveyor with approximately 5–10 years of experience supporting site-based construction projects within the process, pharmaceutical, chemical, industrial or engineering sectors. What's on Offer * Initial 12-month contract. * ​​​​Outside IR35 engagement. * Opportunity to work on a major capital project for a globally recognised EPC contractor. * Collaborative site-based project environment with long-term potential. * Rotational work 10 - 4 days Key Responsibilities * Draft and issue contractual...

Role: Civil Principal Contractor Site Manager (PCSM) - National Grid Location: North London Duration: 12 months, rolling Day Rate: £600 - £650 per day (Outside IR35) Start Date: Immediate / ASAP About the Role We are seeking an experienced Civil PCSM to lead high-voltage substation and infrastructure upgrade projects. You will act as the primary point of contact for site safety, compliance, and delivery, ensuring all works align with strict National Grid standards. Key Responsibilities Site Leadership: Manage daily civil engineering and construction activities safely. Compliance: Enforce National Grid SR163 supplier requirements on-site. Safety: Direct temporary works, excavation safety, and risk assessments. Coordination: Act as the main liaison between subcontractors and stakeholders. Essential Requirements Accreditation: Current National Grid SR163 PCSM qualification. Safety: Valid SMSTS and up-to-date First Aid at Work. Technical: Temporary Works Coordinator or...

Are you a Estimator from and engineering or project management background, with 3-5 years Estimating experience pricing demolition, cut & carve, and soft strip projects? Our client is an established SME Civil Engineering Contractor, specialising in Central London Soft Strip, Demolition, Structural Alterations, Cut & Carve, Temporary Works and Groundworks projects. As the ideal candidate, you will degree qualified in Civil Engineering or from a site background with an excellent understanding of demolition principles, able to price works from 1st Principles. Freelance Estimator (Demolition) roles and responsibilities: You will be responsible for pricing tenders from 1st Principles, possessing a sound knowledge of demolition, cut & carve, and soft strip techniques, outputs and resources, identification and management of Risk. You will develop and manage cost estimates that align with tender documentation and client requirements. Work with Directors and delivery team...

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 Hyper scale 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.- Sound knowledge of British Standards and building regulations.- Strong communication skills.-. Your expert recruitment consultant is...