11 construction jobs found in Colchester

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor to recruit a M&E Quantity Surveyor with building service experience on a 12 months contract for its site in Essex for an start in April 2026. Key skills Manage contract administration and procurement processes across Mechanical, Electrical, and wider Building Services (MEP) packages, ensuring effective coordination with general construction works. Undertake cost planning, monitoring, and reporting throughout the full project lifecycle, with an integrated approach that considers both MEP and associated building/structural elements. Negotiate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers across both M&E and general construction disciplines to secure best value and commercially robust outcomes. Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts, including the assessment and settlement of variations, claims, and contractual disputes across multi-disciplinary packages. Demonstrate a strong...

Astute's Power team are looking to recruit a Civil Quantity Surveyor on an Energy from Waste Project in Essex on a 12 month minimum contract. Key skills Oversee commercial aspects of remaining project packages including structural steelwork, cladding, and administration building fit-out works Provide commercial support across minor civil works and associated infrastructure elements Administer and manage preliminaries packages, including scaffolding, design services, and other site-wide costs Assist in the close-out of the main civil works account, ensuring all final accounts are accurately prepared, agreed, and settled Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim valuations and final accounts with clients and subcontractors Monitor and control project costs, identifying risks, variations, and opportunities to maintain budget compliance Manage subcontractor procurement, including tendering, analysis, and appointment Review and assess variations, change orders, and compensation events...

Astute's Power team are looking to recruit an Electrical Instrumentation and Control Site Supervisor on a 12-month contract for a project in Essex from June 2026. Key skills Take ownership of EIC site activities across electrical, instrumentation, and control systems Act as the key on-site interface between contractors, site management, and engineering teams Support installation, testing, and commissioning to meet programme milestones Drive safe, efficient execution aligned to project timelines and quality standards Provide practical, on-the-ground leadership to ensure work is delivered right first time Lead and enforce HSEQ standards, ensuring all works are carried out in line with approved RAMS Coordinate subcontractors and vendors to maintain progress and resolve issues quickly Manage defects, punch lists, and completion activities through to close-out Support testing, commissioning, and fault-finding across EIC systems Raise and manage site changes, deviations, and interface...

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...

Quantity Surveyor - Energy Infrastructure 📍 Stansted / Bishop's Stortford 📅 Initial 6-Month Contract (Likely Extension) 🏠 4 Days Site / 1 Day Home 💼 Outside IR35 We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a major energy and infrastructure delivery programme on behalf of a leading Tier 1 contractor operating across the UK utilities and infrastructure sector. This opportunity sits within a long-term National Grid infrastructure programme consisting of five geographically spread sites running from East London through into Hertfordshire. The package for this specific site is valued at approximately £60m and is being delivered under NEC4 Option C. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded infrastructure business with a strong reputation for delivering complex transmission, distribution, utilities, and civil engineering projects across the UK and internationally. The organisation is recognised for its technical capability,...

We are looking for an experienced general foreman to join a major civil engineering company at Sizewell C. You'll be overseeing the daily operations on a major roads project working on an entry way bypass. The road package includes a £100mplus scheme to build 2 bypasses. The successful candidate will supervise site teams, ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification, and coordinate closely with engineers, subcontractors, and management. Must have experience working on major roads projects previously. Must have CSCS, SSSTS/SMSTS and first aid. This is a great opportunity for long term work and a top day rate (to be discussed) outside IR35. If your or someone you know is looking for work, get in touch

Our client, a leading national civil engineering contractor, is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support the delivery of a marine civil engineering project. Project Engineer Responsibilities: * Support the planning and execution of marine civil engineering works, ensuring delivery to programme and specification. * Prepare and review RAMS, ITPs, and technical documentation * Provide engineering support to site teams. * Liaise with the client, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery. * Monitor and manage temporary works in line with design and safety requirements. * Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with health, safety, and environmental standards. Project Engineer Requirements: * Experience working on marine projects and/or heavy civils (e.g. sheet piling, quay walls, coastal works) * Strong understanding of temporary works and marine safety procedures. * Proficient in setting out and interpreting...

Are you an MEP Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience delivering railway building services projects? Do you have strong working knowledge of JCT contracts? Job Title: Project MEP Quantity Surveyor / Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor Location: Cambridge - 4-5 days site based Day Rate: £(Apply online only)/day Outside IR35 - Paid Ltd Contract Length: 18 Months This opportunity offers involvement on a major £20m MEP package within a high-profile railway building services project in Central Cambridge. The scheme has a strong electrical focus and requires a commercially focused QS / SQS capable of supporting project delivery within a live construction environment. Key Responsibilities: ·Managing commercial activities across a major MEP package ·Supporting procurement, subcontract management, and CVRs ·Administering JCT contractual processes ·Managing variations, valuations, and final accounts ·Working closely with operational teams to support commercial performance ·Providing...

Job Title: Asbestos Surveyor Location: Nationwide (Immediate requirements all over the UK) Rate: £260 per day (Limited company, including mileage) OR £240 per day + mileage (Umbrella), plus other expenses for both options IR35 Determination: Outside of scope Contract Length: Long-term, ongoing Working Days: Monday to Friday (However, we positively welcome applications from candidates who can offer a minimum of 3 days per week) The Role: Are you a freelance asbestos surveyor looking for genuine job security? Against the background of current global instability, this role represents an excellent opportunity for a surveyor looking to confirm a highly stable, long-term contract. We are partnering with the UK's leading light in the world of compliance, health and safety to find dedicated professionals for a major national roll out. They have immediate requirements for surveyors all over the UK to cover an extensive portfolio of long-term housing contracts. Your...

Quantity Surveyor – Refurbishment/Fit-Out/Cut & Carve - City of London Salary: Up to £77,500 + package or up to £425 per day (Outside of IR35 solutions available) O’Neill and Brennan are currently working with a well-established main contractor specialising in high-spec refurbishment, fit-out and heavy cut & carve projects across Central London. Due to a strong secured pipeline of work, they are looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. The business has built an excellent reputation delivering technically challenging commercial projects within constrained Central London environments, often involving structural alterations, façade retention and complex MEP coordination. Role Overview Title: Quantity Surveyor Project: Commercial Refurbishment/Fit-Out/Cut & Carve Location: City of London Salary: Up to £77,500 + package Start: ASAP but can wait for notice periods Type: Permanent Responsibilities Managing commercial packages across...

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...