31 construction jobs found in Reading

Site Engineer – Outside IR35 (Ltd Co) – £325/day - Aldermaston  - Reading  We’re currently looking for a hands-on Site Engineer to join a major infrastructure / utilities programme, with a focus on AMP Water frameworks. The Opportunity Immediate requirement with a start date of 20th July 2026 Outside IR35 – £325/day (Ltd Co) Long-term programme of works with clear progression opportunities Strong pathway to fast-track into a Senior Engineer position The Role You’ll be working on-site delivering civils and utilities works, playing a key role in the day-to-day engineering delivery. This is a hands-on position, ideal for someone who enjoys being in the detail of site operations rather than office-based. Key Responsibilities Setting out and surveying for civils / infrastructure works Daily site engineering support across construction activities QA, as-builts and engineering documentation Working closely with site teams and subcontractors Ensuring works are...

We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Authorised Person based with our Client in Reading, Berkshire. SC Security Clearance is required for this role, Candidates must be sole British Citizens with British Passport and not have worked outside the UK during the past 5 years. Market rates - opportunity to work outside IR35 ROLE OVERVIEW The overarching responsibility of the AP is to manage and co-ordinate Electrical safety against the approved project procedures. This will include day to day co-ordination of the Electrical AP's, provide due governance and management to meet the Nuclear Licence Conditions, QMS and Project Delivery processes and procedures. QUALIFICATIONS / PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS - Time served Electrical technician or electrical engineer with onsite experience - 17th / 18th Edition IET Electrical Regulations - Hold electrical testing qualifications (2391 or 2394 & 2395) and have undertaken - AP (E) Training - SMSTS (or equivalent...

Quality Inspector / QC Engineer (Civils) Reading | £50 per hour | Outside IR35 (assessment dependent) | Contract until December 2026 Are you an experienced Quality Inspector or QC Engineer with a strong civils background and active SC Clearance? We're recruiting for a long-term opportunity on a major UK infrastructure programme in Reading. This is a site-based role working on a high-profile project, offering long-term stability through to December 2026 and a competitive £50/hour rate. The Role You'll play a key role in ensuring quality standards are met across complex civil construction activities, carrying out inspections and supporting the successful delivery of the project. Your responsibilities will include: Reviewing and accepting procedures and documentation in line with QC1 requirements. Conducting quality inspections against approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs). Reviewing and accepting Lifetime Quality Records (LTRs). Witnessing tests and carrying out on-site...

Health & Safety Advisor Surrey / Hampshire / West London Region Up to £450 a day Outside IR35 – 6 month contract Are you an experienced Health & Safety Advisor looking for your next challenge? This is an exciting opportunity to play a crucial role in a large-scale water infrastructure projects in the Surrey, London, and Hampshire Region. If you have a strong background in health & safety, risk management, and compliance within the utilities or infrastructure sectors, we want to hear from you. A NEBOSH qualification and experience in high-risk environments are essential. The Company Join one of the UK’s leading infrastructure contractors, renowned for delivering major projects in the water and environmental sectors. With a strong reputation for safety, innovation, and sustainability, they are committed to maintaining the highest standards of health & safety while shaping the future of UK infrastructure. The Role As the HSQE Advisor you will provide assurance,...

Our client, a top family owned Contractor are currently working on a Central Bus Station, at Terminal 2 at Heathrow on the Landside undertaking works to the change the Bus Station on Consort Road which involves working in the ground, groundworks and Utility Diversion works. They require an Engineer/Surveyor to support these works with duties including Setting Out and Supervision of Contractors on site along with QA and other daily duties. To be considered you will have a minimum of an HNC in Civil Engineering and MUST hold a minimum of QCF Level 3 qualification in Utilities and Mapping as this is an important part of the role. In return, you will receive an excellent day rate which is Outside IR35 and comes with a long term contract. This is a great opening so if you have the qualifications and experience above, please do get in contact by sending a copy of your CV by email or call Dave on (phone number removed)

Due to the recent award of a number of Water related schemes for Thames Water, our client, an award wining family owned Contractor are looking for a General Foreman/Construction Manager to oversee pipeline/water mains works they have initially in Oxford and then onto other works in West London and the surrounding areas. Daily duties to include site inductions, overseeing contractors and labour on site, issuing permits, daily diary and reporting. To be considered for this, you will hold SMSTS, CSCS and Thames Water Passport with EUSR an advantage also. You MUST have water experience and ideally within the Water Mains side gained with Main Contractors. In return, a competitive day rate is on offer which is Outside IR35 and comes with an immediate start and ongoing contract with lots of work in the pipeline. This is a great opportunity to join a Contractor who is rapidly expanding and has lots of opportunities so if interested, please do get in touch by sending a copy of your CV...

We are looking for an innovative and detail-oriented Thermal Design Engineer to join our automotive engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, analysis, and optimization of thermal systems and components across vehicle platforms. This includes ensuring optimal performance, energy efficiency, and reliability of thermal systems for propulsion, cabin climate control, battery management, and electronic components. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop thermal management systems and components for electric power systems to go into vehicles. * Have knowledge of modelling and simulation of thermal behaviour using 1D/3D tools (e.g., GT-SUITE, ANSYS, Flowmaster, CFD tools). * Evaluate and optimize cooling and heating strategies for batteries, HVAC systems, and electronics. * Perform thermal analysis to ensure compliance with performance, durability, safety, and regulatory requirements. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

Manufacturing Engineer 8 month contract – Outside IR35 Immediate start Sunbury on Thames Our client are a leading manufacturer providing specialist solutions to a variety of industries such as aerospace, power generation, rail and oil and gas industries. They are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join the team. Manufacturing Engineer Working across operations, supply chain and design engineering to provide manufacturing engineering expertise in supporting existing and new products, defining new and supporting existing processes. You will assist in the implementation of strategic Lean initiatives throughout the Company, leading some Continuous Improvement projects. Main Duties/Responsibilities Work with manufacturing cell leaders, lean co-ordinator and design engineering to improve process efficiencies Implement ‘Standard work’, generating & maintaining manufacturing documentation (SOP’s, Routings, “Visual Factory” displays) Creation &...

We are looking for a Planner and a Senior Planner to work with one of our leading clients, one of the UK's largest infrastructure providers on their HS2 works in Aylesbury. You'll be responsible for developing, maintaining and updating detailed project programmes using Primavera P6, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line. Key responsibilities include producing and managing project schedules, monitoring progress, identifying programme risks and critical paths, preparing regular progress reports, and working closely with project managers, site teams and commercial staff. You MUST have previous site experience. They are ideally looking for someone who has worked their way up from Site Engineer to Sub Agent to Project Manager then gone into Planning. You must have previous experience working on large scale civil engineering projects and previous HS2 and drainage experience is desirable. They are looking for either Permanent or Freelance with long term work and...

Revit MEP Coordinator - Pharmaceutical Projects Watford | Hybrid Working Considered £35-£40 per hour 3-Month Contract (Temporary) | Outside IR35 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Revit MEP Coordinator to join a growing Building Services consultancy delivering technically complex pharmaceutical and advanced manufacturing projects. This Revit MEP Coordinator role is ideal for someone with a strong mechanical bias who enjoys producing coordinated Revit MEP models, solving complex coordination challenges and working closely with engineering teams throughout detailed design and construction. The successful Revit MEP Coordinator will join an established BIM team, support the delivery of technically demanding MEP projects while remain hands-on with modelling and multidisciplinary coordination. The Role As a Revit MEP Coordinator, you'll be responsible for: Producing and coordinating detailed Revit MEP models across pharmaceutical and advanced manufacturing...

Lead Electrical Design Engineer Start date: ASAP Length: 6 months + Contract: £450 - £550 per day (outside IR35) Location: South England - multiple locations Key words: Electrical Design, Substations, Power, Energy Infrastructure, Design Management, Net ZeroTurner Lovell is recruiting for a Lead Electrical Design Engineer to join one of the UK's leading power infrastructure contractors, delivering major transmission and distribution projects across a long-term electricity framework. This opportunity would suit an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer, Lead Primary Engineer, or Lead Protection & Control Engineer looking to take technical ownership of a portfolio of major HV infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Lead the technical delivery of electrical design across a portfolio of HV/EHV infrastructure projects. Provide technical leadership and guidance to Primary, Protection & Control, Civil and other engineering disciplines. Review, approve and coordinate...

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join one of our leading clients based out of their offices in Swindon. Reporting directly to the Project Director, you will play a key role in the planning and development of the project prior to construction. Responsibilities will include coordinating the pre-construction planning of above-ground works, including compounds, access roads, earthworks, and dam infrastructure. You will also lead logistics planning, provide technical support for the preparation of project consents, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the project is well-positioned for successful delivery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering or major infrastructure projects, excellent stakeholder management skills, and experience delivering projects through the pre-construction and ECI phases. This is a great contract that is running until 2027 with an excellent day rate

Location: Reigate, Surrey (UK) IR35 Status: Outside IR35 (Pending satisfactory QDOS Assessment) Duration: 12 Months+ (Long-term framework assignment) Sector: Tier 1 Civil Engineering (Water / Wastewater Infrastructure) About the Role We are seeking an experienced, contract Site Agent to lead the successful execution of major civil engineering packages on a long-term Water framework in Reigate. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you will operate as the primary technical and operational lead for your section of works, managing site teams, programming, and commercial reporting. You will bring proven experience managing multi-disciplinary civil works with complex interfaces This is a contract role with minimum 12-18month duration - Paid LTD upon successful IR35 assessment Key Responsibilities Package Delivery & Autonomy: Manage and deliver large-scale civil infrastructure packages from inception to handover, supporting and reporting directly to the Project Manager....

We have an excellent opportunity for a chartered Building Surveyor to work on Disrepair projects primarily in London & the South East.. This is self-employed work outside of IR35 and is paid per report. Undertake comprehensive building surveys of disrepair claims and the production of detailed expert witness reports for use in the legal process. Self-employed work, so this provides the opportunity for part-time or full-time. It is essential that candidates are MRICS qualified with 3 years + PQE. Residential experience is also essential for this work. This is an excellent opportunity, which has fantastic earning potential and provides the opportunity for long-term work and flexible work

We have an excellent opportunity for a chartered Building Surveyor to work on Disrepair projects primarily in London & the South East.. This is self-employed work outside of IR35 and is paid per report. Undertake comprehensive building surveys of disrepair claims and the production of detailed expert witness reports for use in the legal process. Self-employed work, so this provides the opportunity for part-time or full-time. It is essential that candidates are MRICS qualified with 3 years + PQE. Residential experience is also essential for this work. This is an excellent opportunity, which has fantastic earning potential and provides the opportunity for long-term work and flexible work

Reynco Ltd are delighted to be supporting a well-established specialist contractor within the building envelope sector in their search for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team on an initial 12-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to take commercial ownership of high-value construction projects, working within an experienced team on a negotiable day-rate basis. Senior Quantity Surveyor (Contract) Location: North London (Site-Based) Rate: Negotiable Day Rate (Outside IR35 status to be discussed) Contract: Initial 12-Month Contract About the Company Our client is an established specialist contractor (Building Envelope) Working alongside some of the country's leading principal contractors, they have built a strong reputation for quality, collaboration and delivering complex projects safely, on programme and within budget. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take full commercial responsibility for one or more live projects...

Senior SHEQ Advisor 6 month contract (likely extension) Based in London 5 days per week. £450 per day OUTSIDE IR35 GreenScout are working exclusively with a major player within the HV industry, who urgently require a SHEQ Manager on an initial 12 month contract. Ideally you will previous experience within the Power Industry, Battery Energy Storage Systems, NRSWA and HSG47. Based in London 5 days per week. We require candidates with a Nebosh Diploma level 6. If your are interested, please apply online

Senior SHEQ Advisor 6 month contract (likely extension) Based in London 5 days per week. £450 per day OUTSIDE IR35 GreenScout are working exclusively with a major player within the HV industry, who urgently require a SHEQ Manager on an initial 12 month contract. Ideally you will previous experience within the Power Industry, Battery Energy Storage Systems, NRSWA and HSG47. Based in London 5 days per week. We require candidates with a Nebosh Diploma level 6. If your are interested, please apply online

Job Title: Architectural Technologist/Technician (Hybrid) Location: London Salary: £22 - £32 an hour Outside IR35 Job Type: Contract – 3 Months with view of extension (Outside IR35) Job Ref: 40871 Join a vibrant medium sized Architectural Practice in London Are you an Architectural Technologist/Technician looking for your next career move? I am, working with a collaborative and social studio recognised for delivering various large-scale projects across the UK, such as industrial, residential, education, healthcare and commercial projects. You’ll be focusing on RIBA Stage 4 onward, getting involved in producing technical drawings using Revit and producing fire cladding drawings. What’s on Offer: * A collaborative team environment with top-tier industry professionals * Working alongside highly skilled Architects * Focus on RIBA stage 4 onward and fire remedial work * Working 3 days in the office and 2 days from home We’re Looking For: * Architectural...

MEP BIM Lead Contract Central London £35-£40ph OUTSIDE IR35 12 Months URGENT REQUIREMENT A Main Contractor in London is looking for a Lead BIM Coordinator with MEP bias to join immediately on a 12 month contract. This role will be based between the site and their office, with one day per week from home. Laptop and software will be provided.The model is in Revit and they are using Revizto alongside. To fit the bill, you must have the following: * Experience as a Lead MEP Coordinator working on live construction projects * Experience in creating and managing BIPs & BEPs * Experience managing Coordinators from other companies on the project Given how busy this client is, there is a real chance of this one going well beyond the initial 12 month term To apply, please submit your CV via the links on this page and the team at 12 Recruitment will be in touch