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Our client, a top regional Civil Engineering Contractor who turn over in excess of 400m are looking for a freelance Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a scheme they have in Dover which involves Berth Reconstruction, Access Roads, Drainage and other Civils works using NEC form of contract. Daily duties will include overseeing Sub Contractor Accounts, Issuing Payments, Cost Reporting and Variations. To be considered, you will have a minimum of an HNC in Quantity Surveying and will have experience in Civil Engineering works within the Main Contracting Environment. In return an immediate start and 3 month initial contract is on offer along with a top day rate that is Outside IR35. This is an immediate need so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call me on (phone number removed) for further information.

Health And Safety Advisor The company This role will be working for a well-established main contractor, specialising in complex market segments such as Transportation, Energy, Tunnelling, Building, Civil and Structural Engineering. The role My client are looking to expand their team with skilled and enthusiastic individuals to deliver a tunnelling project in the beautiful region of Snowdonia, North Wales. The work will significantly enhance the visual impact of the area, burying a network of overhead cables and removing a number of pylons to restore and protect the natural beauty, wildlife and environmental heritage of this precious landscape. The project requires a Health and Safety Advisor who will be responsible for working with all Departments projects to ensure the highest standards of Health and Safety are met. You will provide appropriate information, support, assurance, and challenge to Project teams to help achieve requirements and drive continual improvement. You will produce and analyse trends of data and produce both internal and external meeting minutes. The role will require you to work closely with the Training Coordinator to ensure relevant training competencies are captured at induction and maintain the training skills matrix with competencies and qualifications to comply with health and safety regulations. About you It is essential that you are a member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and abide by its Charter, Byelaws and Regulations. You will have strong data analysis skills and have an understanding of the purpose of document control. You must be honest in discharging your duties as a health and safety professional while in the role. Please note that this role will be site based 5 days per week in Snowdonia, North Wales They are offering a competitive salary and benefits (including pension and health care plan), accommodation allowance (if outside of a reasonable commuting distance and subject to meeting required criteria) and access to outstanding training and career opportunities.

Civils Site Agent My client requires a Freelance Site Agent on a pollution prevention scheme. The current works is to assist the Client in their powers to prevent pollution at the now closed WQ landfill site. this work will be management of subcontractors to complete plastic lining of the waste, earth movement in to areas as a gas plug, Manage subcontractor to refurbish the land fill water treatment process. You should hold SMSTS and have experience in heavy civils too. Experience in landfill would be an advantage but not essential. Please get in touch for more information and to apply for the role.

Store Person The Store Person is responsible for the efficient and accurate handling, storage, and distribution of goods within the store or warehouse. This includes receiving, checking, storing, and dispatching materials in a safe and timely manner. Key Responsibilities: Receive incoming stock, inspect for accuracy and damage Accurately pick, pack, and dispatch outgoing goods Organize and maintain storage areas in a clean and orderly manner Conduct regular stock checks and assist with inventory control Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other warehouse equipment as required Update records, systems, or paperwork related to stock movement Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety procedures Assist in loading/unloading deliveries as needed Communicate effectively with team members and other departments Requirements: Previous experience in a warehouse, store, or logistics role preferred Basic computer skills for inventory entry and documentation Physically fit and able to lift or move heavy items Forklift license (if applicable) Attention to detail and good organizational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Information Communication & Technology Manager A industry leader construction company who deliver major rail and highways infrastructure projects throughout the UK are currently looking to recruit a skilled and motivated Information, Communications and Technology (ICT) Manager. You will lead and manage the IT team, ensuring effective resource utilisation and fostering continuous improvement. The role requires you to oversee all information systems for effective and secure operation, including ICT onboarding, offboarding, and employee variations and manage secure communication solutions and enhance business efficiency by advising on and re-engineering ICT processes with Department Heads. Hands-on experience and strong proficiency with the following technologies are essential for this position: Microsoft Azure: Strong expertise in managing, securing, and optimizing Azure environments, including IaaS, PaaS, networking, security services (Azure Security Center/Defender for Cloud), and identity management (Azure AD). Microsoft 365 E5 Suite & Security Tools: Strong proficiency in managing and securing the M365 ecosystem, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, Intune, Defender for Endpoint/Identity/Cloud Apps, and Purview. Please get in touch for more information

Our client, a top regional Contractor are seeking the services of a Site Engineer for works which include improvements made to roads, drainage networks, streetlights, and green areas in the Folkstone area. Duties will include Setting Out, QA and Supervision of Contractors on site. This is initially holiday cover but may well lead to further works. Top rate on offer and immediate start. If interested, please get in touch by sending a copy of your CV to Stewart Lange or call Stewart on (phone number removed)

FREELANCE SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR-LUTON-TO £475.00 INSIDE IR35 Due to an increase in workload within their Highways Maintenance division, our client, a highly reputable Contractor are seeking the services of a Quantity Surveyor to support their Highways Maintenance works which is fast moving smaller contracts. Daily duties will include pricing works at short notice, producing cost reports and allocations and issung payments. To be considered for this you will have a minimum of an HNC in Quantity Surveying and will have Highways An immediate start at 3-6 Months contract is on offer along with a top rate. If interested, please get in contact by sending a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call me on (phone number removed).

Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor My client, a well-established man contractor seeks a Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Stratford. You will be working on their CP7, Eastern Routes Partnership (ERP) Framework for Network Rail's Eastern Region. As a Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the robust commercial management of various projects, ensuring successful delivery in compliance with contractual terms and business plan commitments. You will engage with supply chain partners, manage project costs, and monitor the commercial position to support informed decision-making. Responsibilities Oversee financial and contractual performance of projects. Ensure profit targets and efficiency savings are achieved. Administer change control and manage risks and opportunities. Conduct compliant procurement processes and manage supply chain relationships. Prepare and negotiate claims, and manage subcontractor payments. Attend project meetings and site visits to monitor progress. Maintain accurate financial logs, cost plans, and project forecasts. Prepare monthly reports and attend cost review meetings. Ensure compliance with contractual terms and governance processes. Build and strengthen relationships with clients and commercial team members. Upskill and support less experienced team members. Please get in touch for more information.

Due to the recent award of Highways and Structures works, our client, a top regional Contractor are looking for a General Foreman to support works that include a Footbridge Replacement scheme in North Kent and Highways Maintenance works in on the M25. Duties will include overseeing labour and contractors on site, issuing task briefs, tool box talks, health & safety and reporting. To be considered you will hold SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS and will have solid Highways and Structures experience gained with Main Contractors throughout your career. THIS IS DAYS AND NIGHTS SO YOU MUST BE PREPARED FOR BOTH. In return, an excellent rate is on offer which is Outside IR35 and comes with uplifts for night working also. This is also long term so will see you well into 2026! This is a great opening so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) for further information.

Due to the recent award of a Road and Bridge scheme in Tonbridge, Kent, our client, an award winning Regional Contractor have the need for a Site Agent on a freelance basis. The works involve a footbridge replacement over an A Road with associated roadworks also involved. Daily duties will invole the preparation of site paperwork (RAMs etc), Ordering Plant & Materials, Reporting, Planning the works and Health & Safety. To be considered you will have a minimum of an HNC in Civil Engineering and must hold SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS. You will also have experience in Highways and Bridge related works gained within the Main Contracting environment. In return, a top day rate is on offer which is Outside IR35 and comes with an immediate start and 3-6 month contract with the strong possibility of extension. This is a great opening so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) for further information.

Quantity Surveyor (Rail) Rail bias Quantity Surveyor required to work with a well-established contractor on a 5-year maintenance contract with Network Rail. They are the maintainer of a 14-mile-long section of test track, which is fit for purpose for the provision of services to test, trial and develop new railway technologies ranging from new rolling stock to infrastructure equipment, including the new fleet of trains designed for use as part of the Picadilly Line Upgrade. They are responsible for maintenance activities across several disciplines, including but not limited to: Track, Signalling, HV Power and Vegetation. In addition to this maintenance, there is a large scope for Additional Service Requests (Variations) that they are requested to submit prices for and if successful, deliver, for a multitude of renewals projects required the across the test track. These are competitively tendered by Network Rail, so attention to detail and a collaborative working relationship with the Project Lead and disciplinary Delivery Managers is required, to ensure they are submitting accurate and competitive prices, with the aim of maximising their success in terms of securing additional works. This is a hybrid role with 2 - 3 days in their Melton Mowbray office. Please get in touch for more information and to appy for the role.

Due to an increase in workload on a Heavy Civils scheme in Folkstone, our client, a top Regional Contractor are looking for a freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the Commercial Team on these works which include Roadworks, Drainage, Concrete and other Civils aspects. Daily duties will include Sub Contractor Account Management, Issuing Payments, CVRs and Compensation Events. To be considered you will have a solid background of working on Heavy Civil Engineering schemes within the Main Contracting environment and will have a solid working knowledge of NEC Form of Contract. In return, a top day rate is on offer which is Outside IR35 and comes with an immediate start and 3 month contract that could be extended. Immediate need so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call me on (phone number removed).

Due to an increase within their Water sector in the Anglie Region, our client, a top Regional Contractor are looking for 2 Supervisors to work on their Repair & Maintenance works. Projects will involve Water Mains replacements and re-instatements within the Northampton and Milton Keynes areas. The duties will include overseeing ther works on a maximum of 5 sites at any one time all within a close area, undertaking audits and ensuring the work is undertaken to the drawings and to Health & Safety. To be considered you will hold EUSR Blue Card and Streetworks Supervisor with SSSTS/SMSTS an advantage. You will also have experience in the Streetworks side and ideally on Water related works. In return, a top day rate is on offer along with long term work which will span well into 2026 and potentially beyond! These are top openings so if intererested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) for further information.

Our client, a major UK Civil Engineering Contractor who specialise in Utilities and Heavy Civil Engineering works have the requirement for a Document Controller to join their team on their HS2 works in Euston which involve major Utility Diversion works. Duties will involve managing, controlling and maintaining the flow of documents on the project, ensuring accurate and timely distribution, accessibility, and version control of all project-related documentation in accordance with company and project procedures. To be considered for this role, you will have experience in Aconex, A-Site and Project Wise and will have been in a similar role within the Infrastructure sector and ideally have HS2 experience to your name. In return, a top salary and benefits package is on offer along with the opportunity for long term working prospects and progression. This is an immediate need so if interested, please get in touch by sending a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) for further information.

Our client, a top regional Civil Engineering Contractor has an immediate requirement for a General Foreman to initially undertake sickness and holiday cover on water related schemes including River Embankments and Footbridge Strengthening works. To be considered you will have CSCS Gold Card, SMSTS and 3 Day First Aid. You will also have solid all round Civil Engineering experience to your name gained with Main Contractors. This is an Immediate start and comes with an excellent rate which is Outside IR35. It could also lead to longer term work however initially this is for circa 3 weeks. If interested, please get in touch asap by sending a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed).

Due to an increase within their Environmental division, our client, a top Regional Contractor are looking for a Senior Engineer to join their team in the East Midlands working on the construction a slow the flow flood defence reservoir. The works consist of Earthworks operations, installation of bentonite cut off walls, surface water drainage. Engineering Support is required to manage the earthworks operation including QA, Materials Specification compliance& Testing control, and Setting out support. Must have a minimum of an HNC in Civil Engineering and hold CSCS certification. you will also have earthworks and ideally Rivers/Reservoir experience. In return, an immediate start is on offer with a rolling contract and this is paid OUTSIDE IR35. This is a top role so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) for further information.