16 construction jobs found in Oldham

Senior Civil Design Engineer – United Utilities AMP 8 Location: Manchester (Flexible Hybrid) Contract: Long-term - Outside IR35 Our client, a leading Tier 1 contractor, is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to join their team on a long-term contract basis, supporting delivery on the United Utilities AMP8 framework. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a major programme of investment in water and wastewater infrastructure, delivering critical projects across the North West. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of civil engineering designs from concept through to detailed design and construction support Produce cost-effective, sustainable, and buildable design solutions Coordinate design activities across multi-disciplinary engineering teams Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, relevant standards, and health & safety requirements Prepare and review design calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports Provide technical input...

Job Role: Senior Infrastructure Engineer Location: Remote Rate: £45.00 - £50 per hour Outside IR35 Contract duration: 6 months + Hours per week: 37.5 About the Role As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering highway and infrastructure schemes from concept through to construction, working closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients and stakeholders to provide innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions. Key Responsibilities ·Deliver highway, active travel and infrastructure design projects through concept, planning, preliminary and detailed design stages. ·Prepare construction-ready highway and drainage designs that meet relevant safety, quality and compliance standards. ·Produce detailed drainage designs, profiles and schedules for culverts, channels, manholes and pipe networks. ·Develop drainage strategies and support the delivery of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS). ·Guide clients through project feasibility, planning and...

THIS ROLE IS OUTSIDE OF IR35/6 MONTH CONTRACT* Role Brief: To provide my client with Pre/post contract commercial support for designated packages of work, including subcontract, materials and direct labour. Ensures projects are successfully delivered within cost and time constraints. Acts as a primary interface to work package managers, key stakeholders and suppliers. Candidate Responsibilities: Commercial management of various work packages as directed. These may include Design, Installation, Test & Commission, Materials, Telecoms, Electrification, Power, Plant, Professional Services, Civil Engineering and Permanent Way Responsible for project work package change control and management Provides key commercial interface for responsible work package manager Provide contractual & commercial support to Project Managers and Engineering Responsible for work package cost management, including forecasting, budget management and control Monitor and actively manage and...

Our client, a prominent entity within the rail industry, is currently seeking a skilled Commercial Manager with a strong background in Quantity Surveying for a contract position in Huddersfield. This is a 6-month assignment working on a major rail project, with requirements to be in the office three days a week. The role operates outside IR35, offering a significant opportunity for professional growth and impact. Key Responsibilities: The Commercial Manager will oversee various work packages as directed, including: Providing commercial management for Design, Installation, Test & Commission, Materials, Telecoms, Electrification, Power, Plant, Professional Services, Civil Engineering, and Permanent Way Managing project work package change control and cost management, including forecasting and budget control Offering contractual and commercial support to Project Managers and Engineering teams Actively managing and mitigating work package risks Ensuring compliance with company...

6 month contract Outside IR35 Hybrid - North West Essential requirements: Experience in electrical engineering design within power, BESS or Solar projects Strong understanding of UK electrical standards and utility interface requirements Experience producing and reviewing technical design documentation and calculations Ability to support projects from early-stage design through to construction and handover Experience working with contractors, engineers and wider project teams Desirable: Experience within substations, power distribution or high voltage environments Background in energy, utilities or large-scale industrial projects Familiarity with electrical design tools and engineering software

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Water – Yorkshire – £450 a day Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a long-term freelance role with a growing workload and genuine security of work? We are working with a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering a significant programme of AMP8 water infrastructure projects across Yorkshire. With over £25m of secured work already underway and additional schemes entering the pipeline, they are looking for a commercially astute Senior QS to take ownership of a portfolio of clean and foul water projects delivered under NEC4 contracts. * Immediate start available * Responsible for change management, early warnings, compensation events, subcontract procurement, cost forecasting and month-end reporting. * Projects range from £500k to £5m and include clean water upgrades, chemical dosing installations and wastewater improvement schemes throughout North and South Yorkshire. * 6 Months initial contract –...

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...

Commissioning Engineer - BESS Merseyside £50-55 an hour Outside IR35 Essential Skillset: Experienced in commissioning utility-scale BESS projects, substations, and renewable energy infrastructure. Strong knowledge of electrical systems, SCADA integration, HV equipment, and commissioning processes. Able to read and interpret electrical schematics, control drawings, single-line diagrams, and commissioning documentation. Skilled in functional testing, fault finding, energisation support, and system validation within HV and critical infrastructure environments. Experience producing commissioning reports, test records, punch lists, and QA/QC documentation. Strong understanding of health & safety requirements and safe systems of work on live construction and energy sites

England & Wales 💰 Competitive Day Rate – Negotiable 🕒 Outside IR35 📅 Monday to Friday, plus Saturday mornings when required) ⏳ 12+ Month Contract Ceto Talent is proud to be representing a leading Tier 1 Energy EPC contractor delivering a major energy construction project. We are seeking an experienced Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) to join the Environmental Team supporting construction activities on this nationally significant energy transition project. Your role: As Ecological Clerk of Work you will be part of the QHSE department within the Environmental team. You will support, oversee and monitor the Construction Contractor with the implementation of measures defined within the OCEMP. You will ensure pre-construction surveys are undertaken and any advance mitigation measures required are implemented. Responsibilities: * Provide ecological advice to the Construction Contractor over the entire construction program * Undertake or oversee pre-construction surveys for...

Field Environmental Manager - (EHS) 📍 England & Wales 💰 Competitive Day Rate – Negotiable 🕒 Outside IR35 - Ltd Company 📅 Monday to Friday, plus Saturday mornings when required) ⏳ 12+ Month Contract Ceto Talent is proud to be representing a leading Tier 1 Energy EPC contractor delivering a major energy construction project. We are seeking an experienced Field Environmental Manager to join the Environmental Team supporting construction and environmental compliance activities on this nationally significant energy transition project. Overview: As Field Environmental Manager you will be part of the Health, Safety and Environmental department. You will implement HSE environment management systems in an operational context following the Company HSE guidelines and standards. Responsibilities: • Implement a construction environmental management plan for onshore and offshore activities • Review and monitor Subcontractor compliance to environmental requirements • Management of site...

Civil Surveyor / Setting Out Engineer Fleetwood Area £40.00 per hour | Outside IR35 12-Month Contract We are currently seeking an experienced Civil Surveyor who is also capable of undertaking Setting Out Engineer duties on a major construction project in the Fleetwood area. This is an excellent opportunity to join a project at the pre-construction stage, offering a long-term contract with the potential for further extensions. The role has been assessed as Outside IR35, making it suitable for self-employed contractors. CIS payment arrangements can also be accommodated. Key Details * 12-month contract with potential extensions * Immediate start available * £40.00 per hour (Outside IR35) * CIS payment options available * 10-hour days, Monday to Friday * Site-based role * Local candidates preferred as travel and accommodation expenses are not available The Role Working closely with both the design and site teams, you will initially support the project...

ADDISON PROJECT PLC – Civil Surveyor 2026 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 work with a dynamic, people focused consultancy driving progress and sustainability across the UK’s manufacturing and process industries, Addison Project is the place. WORKSCOPE Based at our Head Office in Thornton-Cleveleys and working at our client’s local site you will play a key role in ensuring a major earthworks project is delivered...

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...

Your new company My client is a part of a group that offers a range of services, including ecological consultancy. They were established over 40 years ago and have provided services to their clients nationally ever since. They work on a range of large-scale infrastructure projects as well as conservation and others. Your new role My client is seeking experienced Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) professionals to support ongoing construction and infrastructure projects based between Selby and Bridlington. You'll oversee on-site ecological compliance, provide expert advice to contractors, and ensure works are delivered in line with project-specific mitigation measures and protected species legislation. This contract can be offered outside IR35. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience working as an ECoW on active construction sites Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation and protected species mitigation Ability to deliver clear, practical advice to site teams and...

Project Planner – National Grid Substations 📍 North Wales (2-3 Days Per Week On Site) 💰 £500 - £600 per day 📄 Outside IR35 ⚡ Power & Energy Infrastructure JL Renewables are currently recruiting for an experienced Project Planner to support the delivery of major National Grid transmission and substation projects in North Wales. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading infrastructure contractor delivering critical transmission and distribution projects across the UK energy sector. We are specifically looking for candidates with proven National Grid substation experience. Applicants without previous National Grid transmission or substation project experience are unlikely to be considered. The Role Working closely with the Project Delivery Team, you will support the development and management of project programmes across complex HV substation projects, ensuring robust planning, progress monitoring and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. The successful...

Quantity Surveyor (Piping & Welding) Location: Point of Ayr, Talacre, North Wales Contract Type: Outside IR35 Contract Rate: Competitive Day Rate (Negotiable) Duration: 12+ Months (until mid 2028 end of project) Working Pattern: 5.5 Days Per Week Ceto Talent is representing a leading international EPC contractor delivering a carbon capture energy infrastructure project in North Wales. We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Quantity Surveyor with strong piping and welding experience to support the management of construction quantities, progress measurement, reporting and subcontractor quantity control throughout the construction phase of this large-scale project. The Role As Mechanical Quantity Surveyor, you will support the implementation and operation of Management and Construction Information Systems used for the management of construction quantities, planning, progress recording, quality assessment, accounting of construction works and the collection of erected and...