Apply your structural expertise to protect the safety of our borough's buildings and communities From complex commercial schemes to historic landmarks, structural integrity matters. As a Senior Structural Engineer, you'll provide specialist technical oversight that ensures developments across the borough are safe, compliant and built to last. What you'll be doing: You will assess building work, demolitions and temporary structures to ensure compliance with the Building Regulations and structural safety standards. Acting as the service's structural specialist, you'll provide expert advice on building control applications and enforcement investigations, making informed decisions grounded in professional judgement. You'll assess risks on site, determine appropriate action and implement immediate remedial measures to protect the public where required. Your expertise will also be used in assessing dangerous structures. You'll work closely with the Building Safety Regulator on Higher-Risk Building projects and manage a varied portfolio that includes major commercial developments, cultural institutions and the Council's own property estate. You'll provide clear and accurate technical guidance to architects, contractors, developers and residents, ensuring construction activities comply fully with legislative requirements. Alongside your casework, you'll contribute to the ongoing development of the service, supporting ISO 9001 quality standards and identifying ways to strengthen efficiency, consistency and technical excellence across Building Control. For further details, please review the person specification and job description. What you'll bring You will be a Chartered member of a recognised professional body such as the Institution of Civil Engineers or the Institution of Structural Engineers. You'll bring extensive experience reviewing and vetting structural designs within a construction, consultancy or regulatory environment. A thorough knowledge of the Building Act 1984 and the Building Regulations 2010 is essential, alongside proven experience assessing structural risk and managing emergency incidents involving unsafe buildings. You'll combine strong technical judgement with clear communication skills, able to explain complex engineering principles in a way that is accessible and practical. You'll be confident engaging with Clients, Principal Designers and Principal Contractors, managing professional relationships with credibility and authority. You'll demonstrate integrity, resilience and strong organisational skills, managing a diverse and demanding workload while maintaining high professional standards. Why join us At RBKC, we're all in - investing in our people, our communities and our future. You'll join a respected and forward-thinking Building Control service operating within one of London's most architecturally diverse boroughs. The projects you'll work on are varied, complex and high profile, offering genuine professional challenge and development. We offer a competitive salary and a supportive environment that prioritises learning, collaboration and technical excellence. Your expertise will directly contribute to the safety and resilience of the borough's built environment. This is a role where your professional judgement makes a visible and lasting difference. About us Kensington and Chelsea is home to diverse communities, thriving businesses and unique local places. Everything we do is focused on supporting our residents, strengthening our approach and creating a fairer borough. As a competent and caring Council, we take pride in our work every day, ensuring our services are delivered with care and competence. We listen to our residents, act with integrity and work together to build a borough that is greener, safer and fairer for all. The we're all in mindset is central to this role. Whether you are responding to a dangerous structure, reviewing complex designs or advising on high-risk developments, you take ownership of ensuring buildings are safe and standards are upheld. Your commitment strengthens both our service and the community we serve. Interview Details W/C 12th October 2026 Working Style: You'll be based in the Borough for 3 days a week, playing a key role in serving the local community. Whether you're working on the frontline or behind the scenes, you'll be part of a dedicated team making a real difference to residents' lives. RBKC will consider requests for flexible working at the point of hire. Please discuss any flexibility you may need with us at interview. Ready to join us? We're all in - are you? If you share our values and have the skills to contribute, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply online explaining how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification and job description. We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early without warning subject to the volume of suitable applicants. We are committed to promoting equality and respecting diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible. We are committed to fair, transparent, and consistent pay practices. New hires will start at the minimum of the advertised salary range. Employees receive annual salary increases until they reach the top of the pay scale. In addition, employees will receive any agreed cost of living pay rises.
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
Apply your structural expertise to protect the safety of our borough's buildings and communities From complex commercial schemes to historic landmarks, structural integrity matters. As a Senior Structural Engineer, you'll provide specialist technical oversight that ensures developments across the borough are safe, compliant and built to last. What you'll be doing: You will assess building work, demolitions and temporary structures to ensure compliance with the Building Regulations and structural safety standards. Acting as the service's structural specialist, you'll provide expert advice on building control applications and enforcement investigations, making informed decisions grounded in professional judgement. You'll assess risks on site, determine appropriate action and implement immediate remedial measures to protect the public where required. Your expertise will also be used in assessing dangerous structures. You'll work closely with the Building Safety Regulator on Higher-Risk Building projects and manage a varied portfolio that includes major commercial developments, cultural institutions and the Council's own property estate. You'll provide clear and accurate technical guidance to architects, contractors, developers and residents, ensuring construction activities comply fully with legislative requirements. Alongside your casework, you'll contribute to the ongoing development of the service, supporting ISO 9001 quality standards and identifying ways to strengthen efficiency, consistency and technical excellence across Building Control. For further details, please review the person specification and job description. What you'll bring You will be a Chartered member of a recognised professional body such as the Institution of Civil Engineers or the Institution of Structural Engineers. You'll bring extensive experience reviewing and vetting structural designs within a construction, consultancy or regulatory environment. A thorough knowledge of the Building Act 1984 and the Building Regulations 2010 is essential, alongside proven experience assessing structural risk and managing emergency incidents involving unsafe buildings. You'll combine strong technical judgement with clear communication skills, able to explain complex engineering principles in a way that is accessible and practical. You'll be confident engaging with Clients, Principal Designers and Principal Contractors, managing professional relationships with credibility and authority. You'll demonstrate integrity, resilience and strong organisational skills, managing a diverse and demanding workload while maintaining high professional standards. Why join us At RBKC, we're all in - investing in our people, our communities and our future. You'll join a respected and forward-thinking Building Control service operating within one of London's most architecturally diverse boroughs. The projects you'll work on are varied, complex and high profile, offering genuine professional challenge and development. We offer a competitive salary and a supportive environment that prioritises learning, collaboration and technical excellence. Your expertise will directly contribute to the safety and resilience of the borough's built environment. This is a role where your professional judgement makes a visible and lasting difference. About us Kensington and Chelsea is home to diverse communities, thriving businesses and unique local places. Everything we do is focused on supporting our residents, strengthening our approach and creating a fairer borough. As a competent and caring Council, we take pride in our work every day, ensuring our services are delivered with care and competence. We listen to our residents, act with integrity and work together to build a borough that is greener, safer and fairer for all. The we're all in mindset is central to this role. Whether you are responding to a dangerous structure, reviewing complex designs or advising on high-risk developments, you take ownership of ensuring buildings are safe and standards are upheld. Your commitment strengthens both our service and the community we serve. Interview Details W/C 12th October 2026 Working Style: You'll be based in the Borough for 3 days a week, playing a key role in serving the local community. Whether you're working on the frontline or behind the scenes, you'll be part of a dedicated team making a real difference to residents' lives. RBKC will consider requests for flexible working at the point of hire. Please discuss any flexibility you may need with us at interview. Ready to join us? We're all in - are you? If you share our values and have the skills to contribute, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply online explaining how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification and job description. We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early without warning subject to the volume of suitable applicants. We are committed to promoting equality and respecting diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible. We are committed to fair, transparent, and consistent pay practices. New hires will start at the minimum of the advertised salary range. Employees receive annual salary increases until they reach the top of the pay scale. In addition, employees will receive any agreed cost of living pay rises.
Job Summary Our client, a specialist contractor delivering major foundation, structural, and civil engineering works across some of the UK's largest infrastructure programmes, is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Controller to join a high-profile project team. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a landmark project while supporting the successful financial delivery of complex construc click apply for full job details
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Job Summary Our client, a specialist contractor delivering major foundation, structural, and civil engineering works across some of the UK's largest infrastructure programmes, is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Controller to join a high-profile project team. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a landmark project while supporting the successful financial delivery of complex construc click apply for full job details
As part of Bouygues Construction's Public Works division, VSL International participates in the construction of major technical structures and guarantees their structural safety and durability: transport infrastructure (bridges, tunnels), industrial and energy production structures, and commercial buildings. VSL's business is based on four areas of expertise: Structural systems and technologies Civil engineering Foundations and soil engineering Preservation, structural repairs, renovation and optimization of structures. VSL has 4,000 employees at 25 locations worldwide (Asia and Oceania, Middle East, Europe, Latin America, Canada). Project Sizewell C (SZC) is at the heart of the UK's clean energy revolution. This ground-breaking nuclear power plant project in Suffolk will play a vital role in delivering a sustainable future. Backed by EDF and the UK Government, Sizewell C is a once-in-a-generation project with significant opportunities to innovate, grow, and deliver excellence. We are responsible for a range of specialist ground engineering works as part of the Geotechnical Subcontract Alliance (GSA), supporting the delivery of major ground engineering and civil works for the project. Position The Environmental Manager will lead environmental management activities across the Sizewell C project, ensuring compliance with legal, contractual, and client requirements throughout all construction phases. The role will be responsible for developing and implementing environmental strategies, managing environmental risks and performance, supporting sustainable construction practices, and driving continual improvement. The position will also act as a key point of contact for the Client, regulators, statutory bodies, and other external stakeholders on environmental matters. Main Responsibilities Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of the project Environmental Management System (EMS) in line with ISO 14001 and client requirements. Ensure contractual, DCO, permit, licence, and other environmental obligations are identified, understood, and met. Oversee environmental risk identification, assessment, and implementation of effective control measures. Ensure environmental requirements are embedded throughout project planning and construction activities. Technical Advice & Incident Management Provide technical advice and guidance on ecology, water management, land use, waste, materials, noise, air quality, and carbon. Lead environmental incident investigations, reporting, corrective actions, and follow-up activities. Provide advice to project teams and subcontractors on environmental risks and control measures. Support the resolution of environmental issues and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Establish and maintain effective relationships with regulators, statutory bodies, local authorities, and other environmental stakeholders. Represent the project at environmental forums, client meetings, audits, and regulatory inspections. Act as a key point of contact for environmental matters with the Client and external stakeholders. Support bid submissions, technical queries, and stakeholder engagement activities. Support the coordination of technical engineers and draftspersons within the UK. Supply Chain & Subcontractor Oversight Lead engagement with subcontractors and supply chain partners to ensure environmental compliance and best practice. Monitor environmental performance across subcontractor interfaces and project scopes. Oversee and coordinate third-party environmental surveys, assessments, and specialist consultancy input. Ensure environmental requirements are communicated effectively throughout the supply chain. Monitoring, Reporting & Improvement Define and monitor environmental performance indicators and project objectives. Produce accurate monthly and quarterly environmental reports for senior leadership and the Client. Develop and implement project-specific environmental improvement plans aligned with biodiversity, sustainability, and carbon reduction commitments. Monitor environmental performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and environmental best practice across the project. Training, Awareness & Team Support Lead environmental training, briefings, and awareness sessions for project and subcontractor teams. Ensure environmental controls are incorporated into method statements, permit systems, inspection programmes, and audit processes. Conduct regular site visits to verify compliance and environmental performance. Coach and support operational teams in the effective implementation of environmental controls. Promote strong environmental awareness and accountability across the project. Candidate Profile Education & Experience Degree-level qualification in Environmental Management or a related discipline. ISO 14001 Auditor qualification or equivalent. Significant experience in environmental management within major infrastructure, construction, or engineering projects. In-depth knowledge of UK environmental legislation and regulatory requirements. Proven experience managing environmental performance on large-scale or complex projects. Experience engaging with clients, regulators, statutory bodies, and other external stakeholders. Technical Skills Strong knowledge of Environmental Management Systems and ISO 14001 requirements. Experience managing environmental risks, incidents, audits, and compliance activities. Knowledge across environmental disciplines including ecology, water, waste, materials, noise, air quality, biodiversity, and carbon. Strong understanding of environmental monitoring, reporting, and improvement processes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and accurate reports under pressure. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to influence environmental standards and behaviours across project teams and supply chains. Personal Attributes Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Proactive and solutions-focused approach. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Ability to influence and engage multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors. Comfortable working in a complex, fast-paced project environment. Committed to continuous improvement and high environmental standards. VSL/Bouygues Construction is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse working environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. A copy of our Equal Opportunities Policy is available upon request.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
As part of Bouygues Construction's Public Works division, VSL International participates in the construction of major technical structures and guarantees their structural safety and durability: transport infrastructure (bridges, tunnels), industrial and energy production structures, and commercial buildings. VSL's business is based on four areas of expertise: Structural systems and technologies Civil engineering Foundations and soil engineering Preservation, structural repairs, renovation and optimization of structures. VSL has 4,000 employees at 25 locations worldwide (Asia and Oceania, Middle East, Europe, Latin America, Canada). Project Sizewell C (SZC) is at the heart of the UK's clean energy revolution. This ground-breaking nuclear power plant project in Suffolk will play a vital role in delivering a sustainable future. Backed by EDF and the UK Government, Sizewell C is a once-in-a-generation project with significant opportunities to innovate, grow, and deliver excellence. We are responsible for a range of specialist ground engineering works as part of the Geotechnical Subcontract Alliance (GSA), supporting the delivery of major ground engineering and civil works for the project. Position The Environmental Manager will lead environmental management activities across the Sizewell C project, ensuring compliance with legal, contractual, and client requirements throughout all construction phases. The role will be responsible for developing and implementing environmental strategies, managing environmental risks and performance, supporting sustainable construction practices, and driving continual improvement. The position will also act as a key point of contact for the Client, regulators, statutory bodies, and other external stakeholders on environmental matters. Main Responsibilities Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of the project Environmental Management System (EMS) in line with ISO 14001 and client requirements. Ensure contractual, DCO, permit, licence, and other environmental obligations are identified, understood, and met. Oversee environmental risk identification, assessment, and implementation of effective control measures. Ensure environmental requirements are embedded throughout project planning and construction activities. Technical Advice & Incident Management Provide technical advice and guidance on ecology, water management, land use, waste, materials, noise, air quality, and carbon. Lead environmental incident investigations, reporting, corrective actions, and follow-up activities. Provide advice to project teams and subcontractors on environmental risks and control measures. Support the resolution of environmental issues and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Establish and maintain effective relationships with regulators, statutory bodies, local authorities, and other environmental stakeholders. Represent the project at environmental forums, client meetings, audits, and regulatory inspections. Act as a key point of contact for environmental matters with the Client and external stakeholders. Support bid submissions, technical queries, and stakeholder engagement activities. Support the coordination of technical engineers and draftspersons within the UK. Supply Chain & Subcontractor Oversight Lead engagement with subcontractors and supply chain partners to ensure environmental compliance and best practice. Monitor environmental performance across subcontractor interfaces and project scopes. Oversee and coordinate third-party environmental surveys, assessments, and specialist consultancy input. Ensure environmental requirements are communicated effectively throughout the supply chain. Monitoring, Reporting & Improvement Define and monitor environmental performance indicators and project objectives. Produce accurate monthly and quarterly environmental reports for senior leadership and the Client. Develop and implement project-specific environmental improvement plans aligned with biodiversity, sustainability, and carbon reduction commitments. Monitor environmental performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and environmental best practice across the project. Training, Awareness & Team Support Lead environmental training, briefings, and awareness sessions for project and subcontractor teams. Ensure environmental controls are incorporated into method statements, permit systems, inspection programmes, and audit processes. Conduct regular site visits to verify compliance and environmental performance. Coach and support operational teams in the effective implementation of environmental controls. Promote strong environmental awareness and accountability across the project. Candidate Profile Education & Experience Degree-level qualification in Environmental Management or a related discipline. ISO 14001 Auditor qualification or equivalent. Significant experience in environmental management within major infrastructure, construction, or engineering projects. In-depth knowledge of UK environmental legislation and regulatory requirements. Proven experience managing environmental performance on large-scale or complex projects. Experience engaging with clients, regulators, statutory bodies, and other external stakeholders. Technical Skills Strong knowledge of Environmental Management Systems and ISO 14001 requirements. Experience managing environmental risks, incidents, audits, and compliance activities. Knowledge across environmental disciplines including ecology, water, waste, materials, noise, air quality, biodiversity, and carbon. Strong understanding of environmental monitoring, reporting, and improvement processes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and accurate reports under pressure. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to influence environmental standards and behaviours across project teams and supply chains. Personal Attributes Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Proactive and solutions-focused approach. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Ability to influence and engage multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors. Comfortable working in a complex, fast-paced project environment. Committed to continuous improvement and high environmental standards. VSL/Bouygues Construction is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse working environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. A copy of our Equal Opportunities Policy is available upon request.
Project Director HS2 London Tunnels Working directly for the client on High Speed Two. Salary: £130,000 £140,000 + 12% Pen + health Location: London Euston / North Acton Working Pattern: Minimum 4 days per week office/site Project: SCS Main Works Civils Contract Package Value: Responsibility for £3.5bn+ of works Programme: Old Oak Common to Euston Delivery through to 2034/35 A Nationally Significant Delivery Role High Speed Two (HS2 Ltd) is recruiting a Project Director to take a senior client-side leadership role responsible for the delivery of a £3.5bn+ tunnelling and heavy civils package between Old Oak Common and Euston. This is one of the UK's most high-profile and technically challenging infrastructure projects, forming part of the wider £10.5bn SCS Main Works Civils Contract. The package includes: Underground Cavern , extensive TBM tunnelling, sprayed concrete lining, major underground and structural works, utilities and complex interfaces with existing and operational railway infrastructure. This is fundamentally a delivery role. The successful candidate will be responsible for taking the project through the remaining design phase, construction and ultimately successful delivery, working closely with the Tier 1 contractor and an integrated professional and technical supply chain. HS2 Operates as a lean/intelligent client you will have line management responsibility for 2 senior PM s, 4 PM s. The project is expected to continue through to approximately 2034/35, providing a long-term opportunity to lead delivery of a nationally important piece of infrastructure. The Project The £3.5bn+ package includes some of the most complex heavy civil engineering works on HS2: Complex underground structures and major structural works - including an Underground Cavern, complex subterranean cavern directly beneath the live, operational West Coast Main Line. Major TBM tunnelling between Old Oak Common and Euston. Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL). Shafts and headhouses. Major utility diversions and reinstatement. Construction within a highly constrained London environment. Complex interfaces with existing and operational railway infrastructure. Extensive stakeholder and third-party interfaces. The design is currently around 60% complete, with the remaining design needing to be driven efficiently towards construction and delivery. Your Role You'll provide senior client-side leadership across the project, working with the Tier 1 contractor and HS2's multidisciplinary teams to drive successful delivery. You will be responsibel for the whole project lifecycle from leading the completion of the design into construction and handover in c2035. You will need to have personally led major projects through both design and construction and understand how to turn complex designs into efficiently delivered infrastructure. You'll be expected to: Lead delivery of the £3.5bn+ package on behalf of HS2. Drive the remaining design towards efficient, coordinated and buildable solutions. Ensure design decisions support construction, programme and value for money. Lead the relationship with the Tier 1 contractor and challenge performance where necessary. Drive efficient processes and procedures across design and delivery. Oversee major tunnelling, structural, utility and civil engineering works. Manage complex interfaces across HS2, rail, utilities, contractors and multiple third parties. Lead multidisciplinary teams through design and construction. Monitor programme, cost, risk, quality and key delivery metrics. Ensure the project is delivered safely and in accordance with HS2 requirements. Commercial & Delivery Environment HS2 is evolving its commercial approach across the major works programme, including greater use of milestone incentives and mechanisms designed to improve delivery certainty, allocate risk appropriately and protect value for money for the taxpayer. The Project Director will not be responsible for leading these commercial negotiations, but will need to understand the principles behind them and their impact on project delivery. You'll need to be commercially astute, comfortable working with significant budgets and able to work effectively with commercial and contract teams. You'll understand how commercial mechanisms, risk allocation and incentives can influence contractor behaviour and delivery, while continually looking for opportunities to simplify processes, remove inefficiencies and improve value for money. About You The Non-Negotiables We're looking for an experienced Project Director or senior delivery leader who has personally delivered c£1bn projects and understands what it takes to successfully complete complex infrastructure. We're open to candidates from client, Tier 1 contractor or consultancy backgrounds. What matters is your proven ability to deliver major projects rather than which side of the industry you've worked for. You must have: Proven experience delivering projects valued c£1bn+. Significant experience leading major civil engineering, rail, tunnelling or heavy infrastructure projects open to a range of infrastructure projects. Personally led projects through both design and construction/delivery. Strong understanding of the complete project lifecycle and the relationship between design, construction, programme, cost and risk. Experience working on NEC contracts, ideally NEC Option C. Previous experience personally running major projects under NEC / Option C. Strong commercial and financial acumen, with experience managing major budgets and understanding how commercial mechanisms, risk allocation and incentives influence delivery. Exceptional leadership skills and the ability to galvanise a complex, integrated supply chain. Superb stakeholder management skills, with experience operating on high-profile major projects. Experience managing major structural works, utilities and complex third-party interfaces. Strong project management discipline and leadership capability, with an understanding of APM principles and structured project delivery methodologies. Experience leading large multidisciplinary teams and Tier 1 contractors. The credibility and confidence to operate with senior stakeholders across a nationally important infrastructure programme. International mega-project experience is welcomed, as many candidates with the required £1bn+ experience will likely gained from abroad but must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship. The key requirement is genuine £1bn+ project delivery experience. This is not a programme governance or sponsorship role. We're looking for someone who has personally led major projects through design and construction and has the leadership, commercial and stakeholder skills required to successfully deliver complex infrastructure in London. Leadership & Project Management HS2 places significant emphasis on structured project delivery and leadership. Its internal project management framework and staff development approach are aligned with Association for Project Management (APM) principles. You'll therefore need strong project management discipline, the ability to establish clear accountability and the leadership capability to bring together a highly complex integrated supply chain around a common delivery objective. The successful candidate will be comfortable creating clarity across multiple teams, establishing effective processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies and maintaining focus on programme, cost, risk, quality and delivery outcomes. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to take a senior leadership position directly with HS2 Ltd on a nationally important infrastructure scheme. You'll be responsible for turning one of the UK's most complex infrastructure designs into a successfully delivered piece of railway, working alongside a Tier 1 contractor and highly integrated professional, technical and supply-chain organisations. The project is expected to continue through to 2034/35, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to lead the project through its major construction and delivery phases. If you're a senior delivery leader who has personally delivered £1bn+ projects, understands both design and construction, is commercially sharp and has the leadership and stakeholder skills to operate in a highly complex, high-profile London environment, this is a role worth discussing confidentially.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Project Director HS2 London Tunnels Working directly for the client on High Speed Two. Salary: £130,000 £140,000 + 12% Pen + health Location: London Euston / North Acton Working Pattern: Minimum 4 days per week office/site Project: SCS Main Works Civils Contract Package Value: Responsibility for £3.5bn+ of works Programme: Old Oak Common to Euston Delivery through to 2034/35 A Nationally Significant Delivery Role High Speed Two (HS2 Ltd) is recruiting a Project Director to take a senior client-side leadership role responsible for the delivery of a £3.5bn+ tunnelling and heavy civils package between Old Oak Common and Euston. This is one of the UK's most high-profile and technically challenging infrastructure projects, forming part of the wider £10.5bn SCS Main Works Civils Contract. The package includes: Underground Cavern , extensive TBM tunnelling, sprayed concrete lining, major underground and structural works, utilities and complex interfaces with existing and operational railway infrastructure. This is fundamentally a delivery role. The successful candidate will be responsible for taking the project through the remaining design phase, construction and ultimately successful delivery, working closely with the Tier 1 contractor and an integrated professional and technical supply chain. HS2 Operates as a lean/intelligent client you will have line management responsibility for 2 senior PM s, 4 PM s. The project is expected to continue through to approximately 2034/35, providing a long-term opportunity to lead delivery of a nationally important piece of infrastructure. The Project The £3.5bn+ package includes some of the most complex heavy civil engineering works on HS2: Complex underground structures and major structural works - including an Underground Cavern, complex subterranean cavern directly beneath the live, operational West Coast Main Line. Major TBM tunnelling between Old Oak Common and Euston. Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL). Shafts and headhouses. Major utility diversions and reinstatement. Construction within a highly constrained London environment. Complex interfaces with existing and operational railway infrastructure. Extensive stakeholder and third-party interfaces. The design is currently around 60% complete, with the remaining design needing to be driven efficiently towards construction and delivery. Your Role You'll provide senior client-side leadership across the project, working with the Tier 1 contractor and HS2's multidisciplinary teams to drive successful delivery. You will be responsibel for the whole project lifecycle from leading the completion of the design into construction and handover in c2035. You will need to have personally led major projects through both design and construction and understand how to turn complex designs into efficiently delivered infrastructure. You'll be expected to: Lead delivery of the £3.5bn+ package on behalf of HS2. Drive the remaining design towards efficient, coordinated and buildable solutions. Ensure design decisions support construction, programme and value for money. Lead the relationship with the Tier 1 contractor and challenge performance where necessary. Drive efficient processes and procedures across design and delivery. Oversee major tunnelling, structural, utility and civil engineering works. Manage complex interfaces across HS2, rail, utilities, contractors and multiple third parties. Lead multidisciplinary teams through design and construction. Monitor programme, cost, risk, quality and key delivery metrics. Ensure the project is delivered safely and in accordance with HS2 requirements. Commercial & Delivery Environment HS2 is evolving its commercial approach across the major works programme, including greater use of milestone incentives and mechanisms designed to improve delivery certainty, allocate risk appropriately and protect value for money for the taxpayer. The Project Director will not be responsible for leading these commercial negotiations, but will need to understand the principles behind them and their impact on project delivery. You'll need to be commercially astute, comfortable working with significant budgets and able to work effectively with commercial and contract teams. You'll understand how commercial mechanisms, risk allocation and incentives can influence contractor behaviour and delivery, while continually looking for opportunities to simplify processes, remove inefficiencies and improve value for money. About You The Non-Negotiables We're looking for an experienced Project Director or senior delivery leader who has personally delivered c£1bn projects and understands what it takes to successfully complete complex infrastructure. We're open to candidates from client, Tier 1 contractor or consultancy backgrounds. What matters is your proven ability to deliver major projects rather than which side of the industry you've worked for. You must have: Proven experience delivering projects valued c£1bn+. Significant experience leading major civil engineering, rail, tunnelling or heavy infrastructure projects open to a range of infrastructure projects. Personally led projects through both design and construction/delivery. Strong understanding of the complete project lifecycle and the relationship between design, construction, programme, cost and risk. Experience working on NEC contracts, ideally NEC Option C. Previous experience personally running major projects under NEC / Option C. Strong commercial and financial acumen, with experience managing major budgets and understanding how commercial mechanisms, risk allocation and incentives influence delivery. Exceptional leadership skills and the ability to galvanise a complex, integrated supply chain. Superb stakeholder management skills, with experience operating on high-profile major projects. Experience managing major structural works, utilities and complex third-party interfaces. Strong project management discipline and leadership capability, with an understanding of APM principles and structured project delivery methodologies. Experience leading large multidisciplinary teams and Tier 1 contractors. The credibility and confidence to operate with senior stakeholders across a nationally important infrastructure programme. International mega-project experience is welcomed, as many candidates with the required £1bn+ experience will likely gained from abroad but must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship. The key requirement is genuine £1bn+ project delivery experience. This is not a programme governance or sponsorship role. We're looking for someone who has personally led major projects through design and construction and has the leadership, commercial and stakeholder skills required to successfully deliver complex infrastructure in London. Leadership & Project Management HS2 places significant emphasis on structured project delivery and leadership. Its internal project management framework and staff development approach are aligned with Association for Project Management (APM) principles. You'll therefore need strong project management discipline, the ability to establish clear accountability and the leadership capability to bring together a highly complex integrated supply chain around a common delivery objective. The successful candidate will be comfortable creating clarity across multiple teams, establishing effective processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies and maintaining focus on programme, cost, risk, quality and delivery outcomes. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to take a senior leadership position directly with HS2 Ltd on a nationally important infrastructure scheme. You'll be responsible for turning one of the UK's most complex infrastructure designs into a successfully delivered piece of railway, working alongside a Tier 1 contractor and highly integrated professional, technical and supply-chain organisations. The project is expected to continue through to 2034/35, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to lead the project through its major construction and delivery phases. If you're a senior delivery leader who has personally delivered £1bn+ projects, understands both design and construction, is commercially sharp and has the leadership and stakeholder skills to operate in a highly complex, high-profile London environment, this is a role worth discussing confidentially.
Randstad Construction & Property
Portsmouth, Hampshire
We are recruiting a Section Engineer to join a leading civil engineering main contractor on a major transport infrastructure project in Hampshire. The scheme involves constructing a new bridge spanning a rail line-meaning while this is purely a heavy civil engineering package, exposure to structural/infrastructure schemes near rail corridors is a huge plus. The Role Reporting to the Sub Agent / Site Agent, you will take ownership of setting out precision, QA management, and engineering control for the bridge construction and surrounding civils. Your day-to-day will involve: Engineering Control & Setting Out: Executing precise dimensional control for bridge structures, foundations, abutments, and associated civil works. Package Supervision: Managing daily engineering activities on site, overseeing subcontractors, and ensuring works progress strictly to design drawings and tolerances. Quality Assurance: Managing ITPs, checking materials, completing as-built surveys, and raising TQs or RFIs to resolve technical queries promptly. Temporary Works & Safety: Overseeing temporary works execution, ensuring full compliance with RAMS, Safe Systems of Work, and strict site safety procedures. Progress Tracking: Working closely with the site management team to update lookahead schedules and maintain detailed daily site diaries. Essential Requirements Heavy Civils Background: Proven track record as a Section Engineer or Senior Site Engineer on major civil engineering, bridges, structures, or highway infrastructure projects. Technical Qualifications: Degree, HND, or HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience). Equipment & IT Literacy: Highly proficient with modern robotic setting-out equipment, surveying software, and basic CAD. Site Credentials: Valid CSCS card and SMSTS or SSSTS. Rail Proximity (Desirable): A PTS card is beneficial but not essential , as the core package is purely civil engineering focused. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Aug 22, 2026
Contractor
We are recruiting a Section Engineer to join a leading civil engineering main contractor on a major transport infrastructure project in Hampshire. The scheme involves constructing a new bridge spanning a rail line-meaning while this is purely a heavy civil engineering package, exposure to structural/infrastructure schemes near rail corridors is a huge plus. The Role Reporting to the Sub Agent / Site Agent, you will take ownership of setting out precision, QA management, and engineering control for the bridge construction and surrounding civils. Your day-to-day will involve: Engineering Control & Setting Out: Executing precise dimensional control for bridge structures, foundations, abutments, and associated civil works. Package Supervision: Managing daily engineering activities on site, overseeing subcontractors, and ensuring works progress strictly to design drawings and tolerances. Quality Assurance: Managing ITPs, checking materials, completing as-built surveys, and raising TQs or RFIs to resolve technical queries promptly. Temporary Works & Safety: Overseeing temporary works execution, ensuring full compliance with RAMS, Safe Systems of Work, and strict site safety procedures. Progress Tracking: Working closely with the site management team to update lookahead schedules and maintain detailed daily site diaries. Essential Requirements Heavy Civils Background: Proven track record as a Section Engineer or Senior Site Engineer on major civil engineering, bridges, structures, or highway infrastructure projects. Technical Qualifications: Degree, HND, or HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience). Equipment & IT Literacy: Highly proficient with modern robotic setting-out equipment, surveying software, and basic CAD. Site Credentials: Valid CSCS card and SMSTS or SSSTS. Rail Proximity (Desirable): A PTS card is beneficial but not essential , as the core package is purely civil engineering focused. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Are you an experienced senior rail delivery leader with a background in major civil engineering projects? Have you delivered complex infrastructure schemes worth hundreds of millions, or even billions, under NEC contracts? Salary: Circa £103,000 + £20,000 flexible benefits fund Location: London, Euston / North Acton Working Pattern: Predominantly office and site based, with a minimum of 4 days per week on site/in the office Job title: Head of Delivery This is a rare opportunity to take a senior leadership role on one of the most technically challenging rail infrastructure programmes in Europe, leading the delivery of the Euston tunnels section of HS2. The wider programme is valued at approximately £10.5bn, with this role taking responsibility for a circa £3.75bn package of tunnelling, shafts, headhouses and major structural works between Old Oak Common and Euston. A key element of the programme includes the construction of an exceptionally complex cavern beneath the operational West Coast Main Line, alongside extensive TBM tunnelling, sprayed concrete lining works, major utilities and associated civil engineering. The project is currently progressing through the design and delivery phases and is expected to continue through to approximately 2035. Essential Requirements: Degree qualified in Civil Engineering. Significant experience delivering major railway infrastructure projects. Proven experience working on operational railway environments. Strong understanding of complex civil engineering and structural works. Experience of major tunnelling projects, with knowledge of TBM tunnelling and SCL / sprayed concrete lining. Experience delivering projects valued in the hundreds of millions, ideally £700m+, with £1bn+ project exposure particularly desirable. Strong NEC contract experience, ideally NEC Option C and/or management contract environments. Proven experience running major projects rather than solely working within programme sponsorship or governance functions. Strong commercial and financial awareness, with confidence managing budgets, forecasts, metrics and KPIs. Experience working with principal contractors, either from a client-side or contractor background. Strong leadership experience within multidisciplinary project teams. Excellent stakeholder management skills across complex and high-profile environments. A demonstrable commitment to health, safety and wellbeing. Desirable: Chartered Engineer status. Previous experience as a Project Director, Deputy Project Director, Programme Manager, Head of Delivery or equivalent. Experience delivering £1bn+ infrastructure programmes. Previous experience on major UK rail programmes or international mega-projects. Experience managing significant utility interfaces. Experience working within highly regulated, safety-critical organisations.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced senior rail delivery leader with a background in major civil engineering projects? Have you delivered complex infrastructure schemes worth hundreds of millions, or even billions, under NEC contracts? Salary: Circa £103,000 + £20,000 flexible benefits fund Location: London, Euston / North Acton Working Pattern: Predominantly office and site based, with a minimum of 4 days per week on site/in the office Job title: Head of Delivery This is a rare opportunity to take a senior leadership role on one of the most technically challenging rail infrastructure programmes in Europe, leading the delivery of the Euston tunnels section of HS2. The wider programme is valued at approximately £10.5bn, with this role taking responsibility for a circa £3.75bn package of tunnelling, shafts, headhouses and major structural works between Old Oak Common and Euston. A key element of the programme includes the construction of an exceptionally complex cavern beneath the operational West Coast Main Line, alongside extensive TBM tunnelling, sprayed concrete lining works, major utilities and associated civil engineering. The project is currently progressing through the design and delivery phases and is expected to continue through to approximately 2035. Essential Requirements: Degree qualified in Civil Engineering. Significant experience delivering major railway infrastructure projects. Proven experience working on operational railway environments. Strong understanding of complex civil engineering and structural works. Experience of major tunnelling projects, with knowledge of TBM tunnelling and SCL / sprayed concrete lining. Experience delivering projects valued in the hundreds of millions, ideally £700m+, with £1bn+ project exposure particularly desirable. Strong NEC contract experience, ideally NEC Option C and/or management contract environments. Proven experience running major projects rather than solely working within programme sponsorship or governance functions. Strong commercial and financial awareness, with confidence managing budgets, forecasts, metrics and KPIs. Experience working with principal contractors, either from a client-side or contractor background. Strong leadership experience within multidisciplinary project teams. Excellent stakeholder management skills across complex and high-profile environments. A demonstrable commitment to health, safety and wellbeing. Desirable: Chartered Engineer status. Previous experience as a Project Director, Deputy Project Director, Programme Manager, Head of Delivery or equivalent. Experience delivering £1bn+ infrastructure programmes. Previous experience on major UK rail programmes or international mega-projects. Experience managing significant utility interfaces. Experience working within highly regulated, safety-critical organisations.
Randstad Construction & Property
Cheadle, Cheshire
Senior Civil & Structural Engineer - Water Sector Location: Manchester (Hybrid working options available) Position Type: Contract / Interim About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Civil & Structural Engineer to join our established team in Manchester. In this role, you will lead the delivery of civil and structural engineering outputs for major water infrastructure and treatment projects. Operating with high autonomy, you will oversee analysis, detailed calculations, and technical designs while working closely with on-site construction operations. Key Responsibilities Technical Output: Produce and review robust civil/structural analysis models, design calculations, sketches, and detailed reports for water sector projects. Quality & Governance: Provide technical guidance, ensuring all work complies with UK design standards, safety regulations, and quality procedures. Construction & Client Interface: Interface directly with site construction teams to deliver value-engineered solutions and present design capabilities confidently to clients. Commercial Drive: Deliver designs strictly to budget, managing scope changes effectively. Leadership: Act as a mentor, guiding and developing junior engineers within the team. Key Requirements Qualifications: Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with Chartered (CEng) or Incorporated (IEng) status. Sector Expertise: Proven track record delivering engineering design within the UK Water industry. Technical Mastery: In-depth experience in steelworks connection design or reinforced concrete (RC) detailing. Regulations: Strong knowledge of current UK design codes, Health & Safety (CDM), and environmental regulations. Communication: Outstanding technical writing skills and a collaborative team mindset. To apply please either apply using the apply button or call Danielle on Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Aug 21, 2026
Seasonal
Senior Civil & Structural Engineer - Water Sector Location: Manchester (Hybrid working options available) Position Type: Contract / Interim About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Civil & Structural Engineer to join our established team in Manchester. In this role, you will lead the delivery of civil and structural engineering outputs for major water infrastructure and treatment projects. Operating with high autonomy, you will oversee analysis, detailed calculations, and technical designs while working closely with on-site construction operations. Key Responsibilities Technical Output: Produce and review robust civil/structural analysis models, design calculations, sketches, and detailed reports for water sector projects. Quality & Governance: Provide technical guidance, ensuring all work complies with UK design standards, safety regulations, and quality procedures. Construction & Client Interface: Interface directly with site construction teams to deliver value-engineered solutions and present design capabilities confidently to clients. Commercial Drive: Deliver designs strictly to budget, managing scope changes effectively. Leadership: Act as a mentor, guiding and developing junior engineers within the team. Key Requirements Qualifications: Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with Chartered (CEng) or Incorporated (IEng) status. Sector Expertise: Proven track record delivering engineering design within the UK Water industry. Technical Mastery: In-depth experience in steelworks connection design or reinforced concrete (RC) detailing. Regulations: Strong knowledge of current UK design codes, Health & Safety (CDM), and environmental regulations. Communication: Outstanding technical writing skills and a collaborative team mindset. To apply please either apply using the apply button or call Danielle on Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Junior Plant Mechanic (Heavy Plant) Chesterfield £30,000 - £35,000 basic + Specialist Training & Development + Clear Pathway to Senior Fitter + Van & Tools Provided + Life Assurance + Pension + Holiday Purchase Scheme + Other Benefits Certain Advantage is hiring for a Junior Plant Mechanic / Technician, based within a commutable distance to Chesterfield. This is a permanent, full-time position primarily based at the depot, working closely alongside the workshop team and senior fitters. Do you have mechanical maintenance experience, looking to kickstart a long-term career with a leading specialist engineering business? Are you looking to broaden your skill set, stepping into a role where you will receive specialist hydraulics training, and support towards further qualifications, with the opportunity progress? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful contractor working on specialist geotechnical and structural projects nationwide. You will work across a diverse fleet of plant machinery, engines, and specialist equipment in a supportive, hands-on workshop environment. The Company: We are working with a leading specialist engineering contractor, providing innovative solutions on technically challenging civil, geotechnical, and structural projects across the UK. The Role: You will focus on routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and repair of a variety of heavy plant equipment. Day to day you will: Carry out routine servicing, basic mechanical repairs, and preventative maintenance on workshop plant. Work across a broad mix of machinery, including small engines, compressors, track dumpers, excavators, hydraulic drills, and winches. Assist senior fitters with basic fault diagnostics across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems. Accompany senior fitters on occasional site visits to gain hands-on field experience. Record service and maintenance activity accurately The Individual: We are open to candidates from a variety of mechanical backgrounds. We are looking for people who can show: Any level of practical mechanical experience (e.g., Automotive Mechanics, HGV Technicians, Agricultural Machinery, Plant, Quarry, or Factory Maintenance backgrounds). A recently completed NVQ Level 1/2 or apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline is desirable but not essential. A valid UK Driving Licence. The Benefits: Fully funded, specialist hydraulics training Life assurance (work and leisure) and company pension scheme 24/7 Virtual GP access, mental health support, and healthcare cash plan Holiday purchase scheme (up to 5 extra days/year) & enhanced maternity pay Cycle-to-Work scheme, retail discounts, and free on-site parking Does this sound like your next move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we'll work with you to find it. We partner with businesses across the UK in Engineering, Construction, IT, Finance and Commercial roles. If this job isn't for you, visit our website to register for job alerts and career guidance.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Junior Plant Mechanic (Heavy Plant) Chesterfield £30,000 - £35,000 basic + Specialist Training & Development + Clear Pathway to Senior Fitter + Van & Tools Provided + Life Assurance + Pension + Holiday Purchase Scheme + Other Benefits Certain Advantage is hiring for a Junior Plant Mechanic / Technician, based within a commutable distance to Chesterfield. This is a permanent, full-time position primarily based at the depot, working closely alongside the workshop team and senior fitters. Do you have mechanical maintenance experience, looking to kickstart a long-term career with a leading specialist engineering business? Are you looking to broaden your skill set, stepping into a role where you will receive specialist hydraulics training, and support towards further qualifications, with the opportunity progress? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful contractor working on specialist geotechnical and structural projects nationwide. You will work across a diverse fleet of plant machinery, engines, and specialist equipment in a supportive, hands-on workshop environment. The Company: We are working with a leading specialist engineering contractor, providing innovative solutions on technically challenging civil, geotechnical, and structural projects across the UK. The Role: You will focus on routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and repair of a variety of heavy plant equipment. Day to day you will: Carry out routine servicing, basic mechanical repairs, and preventative maintenance on workshop plant. Work across a broad mix of machinery, including small engines, compressors, track dumpers, excavators, hydraulic drills, and winches. Assist senior fitters with basic fault diagnostics across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems. Accompany senior fitters on occasional site visits to gain hands-on field experience. Record service and maintenance activity accurately The Individual: We are open to candidates from a variety of mechanical backgrounds. We are looking for people who can show: Any level of practical mechanical experience (e.g., Automotive Mechanics, HGV Technicians, Agricultural Machinery, Plant, Quarry, or Factory Maintenance backgrounds). A recently completed NVQ Level 1/2 or apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline is desirable but not essential. A valid UK Driving Licence. The Benefits: Fully funded, specialist hydraulics training Life assurance (work and leisure) and company pension scheme 24/7 Virtual GP access, mental health support, and healthcare cash plan Holiday purchase scheme (up to 5 extra days/year) & enhanced maternity pay Cycle-to-Work scheme, retail discounts, and free on-site parking Does this sound like your next move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we'll work with you to find it. We partner with businesses across the UK in Engineering, Construction, IT, Finance and Commercial roles. If this job isn't for you, visit our website to register for job alerts and career guidance.
We are excited to offer a permanent opportunity for an accomplished Avonmouth Bridge Manager join our Specialist Bridges Inspection and Maintenance (SBIM) team in Bristol. The Avonmouth Bridge Manager oversees all technical, engineering, and operational aspects of the Avonmouth Bridge, ensuring its safety, resilience, and compliance with statutory and contractual standards. You'll lead inspections, maintenance, renewals, and enhancements, acting as the main point of contact for the Client's team. The Avonmouth Bridge is a crucial M5 crossing over the River Avon, a 1,388-metre steel box-girder structure carrying over 100,000 vehicles daily. As a vital gateway, it connects Bristol and the wider region, enduring heavy traffic and challenging conditions. As Bridge Manager, you'll steward this complex crossing, lead safe operations and targeted renewals, and proactively maintain its deck, welds, and access systems. Your leadership will keep the bridge resilient for road users, communities, and businesses alike. A central aspect of the role is to maximise value for money by driving operational efficiency and productivity. You'll coordinate workbanks, access, resources, and supply chains for smooth delivery and minimal disruption. The standard hours of work are 40 per week What You'll Do: Manage specialist bridge inspections, cyclic and reactive maintenance, and renewal schemes including design coordination and operational delivery. Ensure compliance and delivery of operations in accordance with CDM Regulations. Deliver maintenance solutions. Deliver incident response and instant repairs. Support delivery of renewal schemes including design, construction, and site supervision. Ensure compliance with ISO standards including ISO31000 (Risk Management), ISO22301 (Business Continuity), ISO9001 (Quality), and ISO14001 (Environmental). Maintain and manage Client's Stocks and Premises. Implement a management system that addresses the 'Purple book' and gantry O&M manuals for their respective bridge. Line management of an inspection and operations team. Provide technical leadership to a team of inspectors, Project Managers and delivery teams. Coordinate all work activities to maximise productivity, efficiency and value for money, ensuring seamless integration of inspections, maintenance, renewals and access operations. Why Join Us? At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team: Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions. Company Car / Car allowance Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles. Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth. Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, and Multicultural Leadership programs. Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge. Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects. What You'll Bring: Essential Extensive technical expertise in large structures. Ability to manage complex portfolios, including inspections, design, and project delivery. Experience leading operational teams and projects from start to finish. Proven client relationship management with senior and sensitive stakeholders. Experience managing multiple projects and balancing tasks in live environments. Strong contract delivery experience, including NEC contracts, and understanding of programme, cost, risk, and safety. Ability to coordinate traffic, access, resources, and supply chain for safe and efficient works. Experience in high-risk, time-critical settings with rapid decision-making. Ability to integrate multiple workstreams and minimise disruption. Principal Contractor experience, with CDM and safe site operations knowledge. Leadership of multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and safe delivery. Experience in contracting environments, with commercial awareness and risk mitigation. Understanding and delivery of commercial contracts, meeting business targets. Desirable Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer (MICE/MIStructE) or working towards chartership. NEC 4 Accredited Project Manager. Chartered APM, Prince 2, or equivalent qualification. Experience with remote monitoring systems (CCTV, WIM, wind monitoring, dehumidification). If you are passionate about engineering, thrive on technical challenges, and are ready to take a leading role in maintaining some of the UK's most significant bridges, we encourage you to apply. Application Guidance At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to Kayla Caruth, our recruiter for this role, at (url removed)
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
We are excited to offer a permanent opportunity for an accomplished Avonmouth Bridge Manager join our Specialist Bridges Inspection and Maintenance (SBIM) team in Bristol. The Avonmouth Bridge Manager oversees all technical, engineering, and operational aspects of the Avonmouth Bridge, ensuring its safety, resilience, and compliance with statutory and contractual standards. You'll lead inspections, maintenance, renewals, and enhancements, acting as the main point of contact for the Client's team. The Avonmouth Bridge is a crucial M5 crossing over the River Avon, a 1,388-metre steel box-girder structure carrying over 100,000 vehicles daily. As a vital gateway, it connects Bristol and the wider region, enduring heavy traffic and challenging conditions. As Bridge Manager, you'll steward this complex crossing, lead safe operations and targeted renewals, and proactively maintain its deck, welds, and access systems. Your leadership will keep the bridge resilient for road users, communities, and businesses alike. A central aspect of the role is to maximise value for money by driving operational efficiency and productivity. You'll coordinate workbanks, access, resources, and supply chains for smooth delivery and minimal disruption. The standard hours of work are 40 per week What You'll Do: Manage specialist bridge inspections, cyclic and reactive maintenance, and renewal schemes including design coordination and operational delivery. Ensure compliance and delivery of operations in accordance with CDM Regulations. Deliver maintenance solutions. Deliver incident response and instant repairs. Support delivery of renewal schemes including design, construction, and site supervision. Ensure compliance with ISO standards including ISO31000 (Risk Management), ISO22301 (Business Continuity), ISO9001 (Quality), and ISO14001 (Environmental). Maintain and manage Client's Stocks and Premises. Implement a management system that addresses the 'Purple book' and gantry O&M manuals for their respective bridge. Line management of an inspection and operations team. Provide technical leadership to a team of inspectors, Project Managers and delivery teams. Coordinate all work activities to maximise productivity, efficiency and value for money, ensuring seamless integration of inspections, maintenance, renewals and access operations. Why Join Us? At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team: Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions. Company Car / Car allowance Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles. Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth. Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, and Multicultural Leadership programs. Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge. Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects. What You'll Bring: Essential Extensive technical expertise in large structures. Ability to manage complex portfolios, including inspections, design, and project delivery. Experience leading operational teams and projects from start to finish. Proven client relationship management with senior and sensitive stakeholders. Experience managing multiple projects and balancing tasks in live environments. Strong contract delivery experience, including NEC contracts, and understanding of programme, cost, risk, and safety. Ability to coordinate traffic, access, resources, and supply chain for safe and efficient works. Experience in high-risk, time-critical settings with rapid decision-making. Ability to integrate multiple workstreams and minimise disruption. Principal Contractor experience, with CDM and safe site operations knowledge. Leadership of multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and safe delivery. Experience in contracting environments, with commercial awareness and risk mitigation. Understanding and delivery of commercial contracts, meeting business targets. Desirable Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer (MICE/MIStructE) or working towards chartership. NEC 4 Accredited Project Manager. Chartered APM, Prince 2, or equivalent qualification. Experience with remote monitoring systems (CCTV, WIM, wind monitoring, dehumidification). If you are passionate about engineering, thrive on technical challenges, and are ready to take a leading role in maintaining some of the UK's most significant bridges, we encourage you to apply. Application Guidance At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to Kayla Caruth, our recruiter for this role, at (url removed)
For more information on this vacancy, please contact Jason Johns at RGB Recruitment. A dynamic and modern Civil and Structural Engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Civil Engineer to join and help lead their growing Exeter office. This is a senior leadership position offering significant influence over project delivery, team development, and strategic direction/delivery within the Civils department. If you're ready to take the next step in your career in shaping projects, guiding teams, and contributing to the continued growth of a forward-thinking consultancy. This role could be your perfect fit. The Role: As an Associate Civil Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in both project management and business development. You'll lead multidisciplinary teams, manage key client relationships, oversee high-quality technical delivery, and mentor engineers at various stages of their careers. Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of complex civil engineering projects across multiple sectors Oversee detailed design of infrastructure, drainage, and highway schemes Manage and develop client relationships, ensuring a high standard of service Line-manage and mentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering growth and accountability Support business development and contribute to proposals and bids Work closely with directors to support the strategic growth of the Civils division Project Sectors Include: Commercial Healthcare Residential Conservation & Heritage Infrastructure and Urban Regeneration About the Company: This progressive consultancy was established with the goal of delivering engineering solutions the right way, prioritising quality, client relationships, and technical excellence. Their team works on a wide range of projects including flood risk, highway and drainage design, and complex building structures, with a collaborative and supportive internal culture. What's in It for You? Competitive salary: £55,000 - £70,000 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 5% employer pension contribution Annual bonus (typically 3%) Free on-site parking Real progression opportunity - potential for Directorship Ready to Lead? If you're an experienced civil engineer looking for a senior role where you can make an impact-both technically and strategically-we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
For more information on this vacancy, please contact Jason Johns at RGB Recruitment. A dynamic and modern Civil and Structural Engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Civil Engineer to join and help lead their growing Exeter office. This is a senior leadership position offering significant influence over project delivery, team development, and strategic direction/delivery within the Civils department. If you're ready to take the next step in your career in shaping projects, guiding teams, and contributing to the continued growth of a forward-thinking consultancy. This role could be your perfect fit. The Role: As an Associate Civil Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in both project management and business development. You'll lead multidisciplinary teams, manage key client relationships, oversee high-quality technical delivery, and mentor engineers at various stages of their careers. Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of complex civil engineering projects across multiple sectors Oversee detailed design of infrastructure, drainage, and highway schemes Manage and develop client relationships, ensuring a high standard of service Line-manage and mentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering growth and accountability Support business development and contribute to proposals and bids Work closely with directors to support the strategic growth of the Civils division Project Sectors Include: Commercial Healthcare Residential Conservation & Heritage Infrastructure and Urban Regeneration About the Company: This progressive consultancy was established with the goal of delivering engineering solutions the right way, prioritising quality, client relationships, and technical excellence. Their team works on a wide range of projects including flood risk, highway and drainage design, and complex building structures, with a collaborative and supportive internal culture. What's in It for You? Competitive salary: £55,000 - £70,000 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 5% employer pension contribution Annual bonus (typically 3%) Free on-site parking Real progression opportunity - potential for Directorship Ready to Lead? If you're an experienced civil engineer looking for a senior role where you can make an impact-both technically and strategically-we'd love to hear from you.
For more information on this vacancy, please reach out to Jason Johns at RGB Recruitment. Join a forward-thinking Civil and Structural Engineering consultancy as they continue to grow their new Bristol team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Civil Engineer to take a key role in project delivery while progressing their career in a company that offers genuine opportunities for advancement, no glass ceilings here. About the Role: As a Civil Engineer, you'll be involved in delivering detailed design work, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior team members including apprentices and graduate engineers. You'll work closely with both the Civils and Structures teams on a broad range of projects, across a few regional offices. Key Responsibilities: Produce detailed designs for drainage, highways, and infrastructure Lead and manage projects from concept to completion Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and external consultants Support and mentor junior staff Work towards achieving IEng or CEng status Project Sectors Include: Commercial Healthcare Residential Sports pitches Conservation And more - with autonomy and senior management support About the Company: This is a contemporary consultancy founded on the principles of quality, integrity, and delivering results the right way. With a strong and trusted client base, they work across infrastructure, flood risk, drainage, highways, and building structures. What's on Offer: Competitive salary (£38,000 - £50,000) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 5% employer pension contribution 3% annual bonus Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're an experienced civil engineer looking to join a company that values your expertise and offers clear progression opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
For more information on this vacancy, please reach out to Jason Johns at RGB Recruitment. Join a forward-thinking Civil and Structural Engineering consultancy as they continue to grow their new Bristol team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Civil Engineer to take a key role in project delivery while progressing their career in a company that offers genuine opportunities for advancement, no glass ceilings here. About the Role: As a Civil Engineer, you'll be involved in delivering detailed design work, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior team members including apprentices and graduate engineers. You'll work closely with both the Civils and Structures teams on a broad range of projects, across a few regional offices. Key Responsibilities: Produce detailed designs for drainage, highways, and infrastructure Lead and manage projects from concept to completion Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and external consultants Support and mentor junior staff Work towards achieving IEng or CEng status Project Sectors Include: Commercial Healthcare Residential Sports pitches Conservation And more - with autonomy and senior management support About the Company: This is a contemporary consultancy founded on the principles of quality, integrity, and delivering results the right way. With a strong and trusted client base, they work across infrastructure, flood risk, drainage, highways, and building structures. What's on Offer: Competitive salary (£38,000 - £50,000) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 5% employer pension contribution 3% annual bonus Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're an experienced civil engineer looking to join a company that values your expertise and offers clear progression opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
Contract Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom Posted On 17/08/2026 Job Information Interim & Executive Management City Kettering Province Northamptonshire Postal Code NN16 Job Description 3 months contract with a local authority Summary This role is a 3-month contract with a local authority, offering a rate of £75/hr under an umbrella arrangement. The position involves providing strategic and operational leadership for the Council's Building Control Service. The primary goal is to ensure the delivery of a high-quality, compliant, customer-oriented, and financially viable service. The successful candidate will spearhead the development, transformation, and ongoing enhancement of Building Control operations, ensuring adherence to statutory obligations while promoting service excellence, commercial expansion, innovation, and cost-effectiveness. Responsibilities Offer professional leadership and expert guidance on all matters related to Building Control and Building Safety. Ensure the service adheres to all statutory Building Control legislation, regulations, and requirements set by the Building Safety Regulator. Lead the establishment and maintenance of quality assurance systems to uphold consistent service standards. Oversee service delivery, ensuring technical excellence, legal compliance, and effective risk management. Guide the implementation of new legislative requirements, including the Building Safety Levy and related regulatory changes. Requirements Requirements: Essential Experience Required Extensive senior-level experience in leading Building Control and/or Building Surveying services. Experience working within Local Government or the broader public sector. Proven track record in managing multidisciplinary teams and driving service transformation. Experience in developing and executing strategic plans and service improvement initiatives. Proficiency in managing complex budgets, financial planning, and revenue-generating services. Experience in managing contracts, procurement activities, and external service providers. Experience in implementing compliance and quality assurance frameworks. Essential Qualifications Required Degree, Diploma, or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field such as: Building Control Building Surveying Building Studies Civil Engineering Structural Engineering Registered Building Inspector at an appropriate level with the Building Safety Regulator. Membership in a relevant professional body such as: RICS CABE CIOB ICE IStructE Relevant management qualification or equivalent leadership experience. Additional Information Working hours: 37 hours per week Contract duration: 3 months with potential for extension Office location: Cedar Drive, Thrapston Hybrid working is available and will be discussed during the interview. Must be able to attend the office and conduct visits in the North Northamptonshire area at least 3 days a week. Payment is processed on a bi-weekly schedule.
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
Contract Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom Posted On 17/08/2026 Job Information Interim & Executive Management City Kettering Province Northamptonshire Postal Code NN16 Job Description 3 months contract with a local authority Summary This role is a 3-month contract with a local authority, offering a rate of £75/hr under an umbrella arrangement. The position involves providing strategic and operational leadership for the Council's Building Control Service. The primary goal is to ensure the delivery of a high-quality, compliant, customer-oriented, and financially viable service. The successful candidate will spearhead the development, transformation, and ongoing enhancement of Building Control operations, ensuring adherence to statutory obligations while promoting service excellence, commercial expansion, innovation, and cost-effectiveness. Responsibilities Offer professional leadership and expert guidance on all matters related to Building Control and Building Safety. Ensure the service adheres to all statutory Building Control legislation, regulations, and requirements set by the Building Safety Regulator. Lead the establishment and maintenance of quality assurance systems to uphold consistent service standards. Oversee service delivery, ensuring technical excellence, legal compliance, and effective risk management. Guide the implementation of new legislative requirements, including the Building Safety Levy and related regulatory changes. Requirements Requirements: Essential Experience Required Extensive senior-level experience in leading Building Control and/or Building Surveying services. Experience working within Local Government or the broader public sector. Proven track record in managing multidisciplinary teams and driving service transformation. Experience in developing and executing strategic plans and service improvement initiatives. Proficiency in managing complex budgets, financial planning, and revenue-generating services. Experience in managing contracts, procurement activities, and external service providers. Experience in implementing compliance and quality assurance frameworks. Essential Qualifications Required Degree, Diploma, or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field such as: Building Control Building Surveying Building Studies Civil Engineering Structural Engineering Registered Building Inspector at an appropriate level with the Building Safety Regulator. Membership in a relevant professional body such as: RICS CABE CIOB ICE IStructE Relevant management qualification or equivalent leadership experience. Additional Information Working hours: 37 hours per week Contract duration: 3 months with potential for extension Office location: Cedar Drive, Thrapston Hybrid working is available and will be discussed during the interview. Must be able to attend the office and conduct visits in the North Northamptonshire area at least 3 days a week. Payment is processed on a bi-weekly schedule.
FindCore are thrilled to be assisting an award-winning multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with the recruitment of a Senior CAD Technician. Permanent position. This role will be based at the company's Sheffield office. The successful candidate will work alongside Civil and Structural Engineers on a varied range of residential, commercial and industrial developments. Salary Competitive salary, depending on experience + twice-yearly salary reviews + additional benefits Key Responsibilities Produce and update technical drawings using AutoCAD. Prepare General Arrangement drawings, structural layouts and construction details. Support structural projects involving steel, concrete, timber and reinforced concrete. Assist Civil Engineers with external works, site layouts and drainage drawings. Work across projects ranging from individual residential properties to larger commercial and industrial developments. Coordinate drawings with Engineers, Architects and other members of the project team. Maintain accurate drawing information and support projects through agreed deadlines. Assist and support more junior Technicians where appropriate. Skills & Experience Previous experience working as a CAD Technician, Engineering Technician or in a similar role. Good working knowledge of AutoCAD. Some experience within civil, structural or construction-related engineering. Understanding of technical drawings and construction detailing. ONC, HNC, HND or similar Civil/Structural Engineering qualification would be advantageous but is not essential. Experience with steel, concrete, timber or reinforced concrete detailing would be beneficial. Exposure to external works or drainage drawings would also be advantageous. Good attention to detail and ability to work accurately to deadlines. Strong communication skills and willingness to continue developing technically. What's on Offer Competitive salary with twice-yearly salary reviews. Flexible start and finish times. Early finish on Fridays. Ongoing technical training and professional development. Broad exposure across both civil and structural engineering projects. 4% contributory pension scheme. Life insurance of twice annual salary. Enhanced sick pay. Discounted health cash plan. Cycle to Work Scheme. Regular company social events. Excellent long-term progression opportunities within an established engineering consultancy. For further information on this opportunity, or any other jobs, please apply via the link below or contact FindCore in the strictest confidence.
Aug 19, 2026
Full time
FindCore are thrilled to be assisting an award-winning multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with the recruitment of a Senior CAD Technician. Permanent position. This role will be based at the company's Sheffield office. The successful candidate will work alongside Civil and Structural Engineers on a varied range of residential, commercial and industrial developments. Salary Competitive salary, depending on experience + twice-yearly salary reviews + additional benefits Key Responsibilities Produce and update technical drawings using AutoCAD. Prepare General Arrangement drawings, structural layouts and construction details. Support structural projects involving steel, concrete, timber and reinforced concrete. Assist Civil Engineers with external works, site layouts and drainage drawings. Work across projects ranging from individual residential properties to larger commercial and industrial developments. Coordinate drawings with Engineers, Architects and other members of the project team. Maintain accurate drawing information and support projects through agreed deadlines. Assist and support more junior Technicians where appropriate. Skills & Experience Previous experience working as a CAD Technician, Engineering Technician or in a similar role. Good working knowledge of AutoCAD. Some experience within civil, structural or construction-related engineering. Understanding of technical drawings and construction detailing. ONC, HNC, HND or similar Civil/Structural Engineering qualification would be advantageous but is not essential. Experience with steel, concrete, timber or reinforced concrete detailing would be beneficial. Exposure to external works or drainage drawings would also be advantageous. Good attention to detail and ability to work accurately to deadlines. Strong communication skills and willingness to continue developing technically. What's on Offer Competitive salary with twice-yearly salary reviews. Flexible start and finish times. Early finish on Fridays. Ongoing technical training and professional development. Broad exposure across both civil and structural engineering projects. 4% contributory pension scheme. Life insurance of twice annual salary. Enhanced sick pay. Discounted health cash plan. Cycle to Work Scheme. Regular company social events. Excellent long-term progression opportunities within an established engineering consultancy. For further information on this opportunity, or any other jobs, please apply via the link below or contact FindCore in the strictest confidence.
Structures Manager The Role We are seeking an experienced Structures Manager to lead the management, maintenance and strategic development of a diverse highway and open space structures portfolio. This includes bridges, retaining walls, culverts, road restraint systems, geotechnical assets and other critical infrastructure. This is a senior leadership role within a highways and infrastructure environment, with responsibility for ensuring the safety, resilience and long-term sustainability of the network. You will set strategy and policy for structures assets, provide expert technical advice across the business, and play a key role in shaping major infrastructure and transport improvement programmes. You will also take responsibility for the financial management of structures capital programmes of up to £3m per annum, contributing to the successful delivery of wider infrastructure investment programmes valued in excess of £150m. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and develop a team of senior engineers, engineers and technicians, providing clear technical direction and leadership Provide multi-disciplinary technical advice on major infrastructure and development projects involving structures and geotechnical assets Oversee inspection, maintenance and improvement programmes for all highway and open space structures Manage and protect infrastructure assets, ensuring compliance with national standards, codes of practice and health & safety legislation Develop, plan and deliver capital and revenue programmes, including full budget ownership and financial control Manage contractors, consultants and external stakeholders, overseeing both routine works and complex one-off projects Lead strategic asset management and lifecycle planning for structures and geotechnical assets Act as Technical Approval Authority for structures-related approvals Represent the organisation at regional and national forums where required About You Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (ICE or IStructE) Management qualification at NVQ Level 4 (or equivalent), with proven leadership experience Strong technical knowledge of highway structures, inspection regimes and maintenance practices Proven experience managing significant capital and revenue budgets High level of commercial awareness and project management expertise Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level Experience using specialist structural design and assessment software Familiarity with asset management systems such as AMX, including system development and optimisation For a full description and further information on the role, please call Jason Kohle at Carrington West on (phone number removed). FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jason at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please email
Aug 19, 2026
Full time
Structures Manager The Role We are seeking an experienced Structures Manager to lead the management, maintenance and strategic development of a diverse highway and open space structures portfolio. This includes bridges, retaining walls, culverts, road restraint systems, geotechnical assets and other critical infrastructure. This is a senior leadership role within a highways and infrastructure environment, with responsibility for ensuring the safety, resilience and long-term sustainability of the network. You will set strategy and policy for structures assets, provide expert technical advice across the business, and play a key role in shaping major infrastructure and transport improvement programmes. You will also take responsibility for the financial management of structures capital programmes of up to £3m per annum, contributing to the successful delivery of wider infrastructure investment programmes valued in excess of £150m. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and develop a team of senior engineers, engineers and technicians, providing clear technical direction and leadership Provide multi-disciplinary technical advice on major infrastructure and development projects involving structures and geotechnical assets Oversee inspection, maintenance and improvement programmes for all highway and open space structures Manage and protect infrastructure assets, ensuring compliance with national standards, codes of practice and health & safety legislation Develop, plan and deliver capital and revenue programmes, including full budget ownership and financial control Manage contractors, consultants and external stakeholders, overseeing both routine works and complex one-off projects Lead strategic asset management and lifecycle planning for structures and geotechnical assets Act as Technical Approval Authority for structures-related approvals Represent the organisation at regional and national forums where required About You Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (ICE or IStructE) Management qualification at NVQ Level 4 (or equivalent), with proven leadership experience Strong technical knowledge of highway structures, inspection regimes and maintenance practices Proven experience managing significant capital and revenue budgets High level of commercial awareness and project management expertise Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level Experience using specialist structural design and assessment software Familiarity with asset management systems such as AMX, including system development and optimisation For a full description and further information on the role, please call Jason Kohle at Carrington West on (phone number removed). FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jason at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please email
Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Edinburgh REF: BY238323 Salary: £42,000 - £50,000 We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established, privately owned multidisciplinary engineering consultancy for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join its team in Edinburgh . With a strong UK presence and expertise spanning civil, structural, geotechnical, environmental, transportation and water engineering, the company delivers innovative, sustainable and cost-effective solutions across a diverse project portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join a collaborative team with strong opportunities for professional development and career progression. The Role As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer , you'll work across both ground investigation and design, including planning and managing investigations, interpreting geotechnical data, developing ground models and producing technical reports. You'll also undertake geotechnical analysis and design covering foundations, earthworks, retaining structures, settlement and slope stability, while supporting junior staff and contributing to project delivery. What's Offered Competitive salary (£42,000 - £50,000) and flexible benefits Generous annual leave Contributory pension, healthcare and life insurance Professional fees and training covered Flexible/hybrid working Bonus and loyalty schemes Clear career progression opportunities Requirements The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will ideally have: A degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology Strong UK consultancy experience across investigation and design Chartered or working towards chartership Experience with relevant geotechnical modelling software Excellent communication and project management skills A full clean driving licence Full right to work in the UK Be living in or within commuting distance of Edinburgh If you're an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer seeking a varied role in Edinburgh , apply today. If you are interested in this or other Geo-Environmental Engineering/Consulting roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
Aug 19, 2026
Full time
Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Edinburgh REF: BY238323 Salary: £42,000 - £50,000 We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established, privately owned multidisciplinary engineering consultancy for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join its team in Edinburgh . With a strong UK presence and expertise spanning civil, structural, geotechnical, environmental, transportation and water engineering, the company delivers innovative, sustainable and cost-effective solutions across a diverse project portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join a collaborative team with strong opportunities for professional development and career progression. The Role As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer , you'll work across both ground investigation and design, including planning and managing investigations, interpreting geotechnical data, developing ground models and producing technical reports. You'll also undertake geotechnical analysis and design covering foundations, earthworks, retaining structures, settlement and slope stability, while supporting junior staff and contributing to project delivery. What's Offered Competitive salary (£42,000 - £50,000) and flexible benefits Generous annual leave Contributory pension, healthcare and life insurance Professional fees and training covered Flexible/hybrid working Bonus and loyalty schemes Clear career progression opportunities Requirements The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will ideally have: A degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology Strong UK consultancy experience across investigation and design Chartered or working towards chartership Experience with relevant geotechnical modelling software Excellent communication and project management skills A full clean driving licence Full right to work in the UK Be living in or within commuting distance of Edinburgh If you're an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer seeking a varied role in Edinburgh , apply today. If you are interested in this or other Geo-Environmental Engineering/Consulting roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
Structures Manager - Highways & Infrastructure Location: Bristol Area - Hybrid, 3 days per week in the office Rate: Up to £60 per hour Contract: Initial 6 months Hours: Full-time Carrington West is supporting a major organisation with the appointment of an experienced Structures Manager to lead the management, maintenance and strategic development of a diverse highway structures and infrastructure asset portfolio. This is a senior contract position with responsibility for bridges, retaining walls, culverts, road restraint systems and geotechnical assets, combining technical leadership with strategic asset management and significant capital programme responsibility. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of senior engineers, engineers and technicians. Manage inspection, maintenance and improvement programmes across highway and open space structures. Provide expert technical advice on complex infrastructure, highways and development projects. Lead strategic structures asset management and lifecycle planning. Ensure structures assets comply with relevant national standards, codes of practice and health & safety requirements. Develop and deliver capital and revenue programmes, with responsibility for structures capital budgets of up to £3m per annum. Contribute to wider infrastructure investment programmes valued at over £150m. Manage contractors, consultants and external stakeholders across routine and complex projects. Act as Technical Approval Authority for structures-related approvals. Provide technical leadership across structural and geotechnical assets. About You We are looking for an experienced highways structures professional who can demonstrate: Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering. Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status through ICE or IStructE. Strong leadership and people management experience. Extensive technical knowledge of highway structures, bridge inspections, structural maintenance and asset management. Experience managing significant capital and revenue budgets. Strong commercial awareness and project/programme management capability. Experience managing consultants, contractors and multidisciplinary stakeholders. Strong knowledge of relevant structures standards, technical approvals and compliance requirements. Experience with specialist structural design and assessment software. Familiarity with structures asset management systems such as AMX would be beneficial. This role would particularly suit an experienced Structures Manager, Highway Structures Manager, Bridges Manager, Principal Structures Engineer or Structures Asset Manager looking for a senior contract with responsibility for both technical delivery and long-term asset strategy. Up to £60 per hour Initial 6-month contract Bristol Area Hybrid - 3 days per week in office Apply now with your latest CV for immediate consideration. For a full description and further information on the role, please call Jason Kohle at Carrington West on (phone number removed). FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jason at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please email
Aug 19, 2026
Contractor
Structures Manager - Highways & Infrastructure Location: Bristol Area - Hybrid, 3 days per week in the office Rate: Up to £60 per hour Contract: Initial 6 months Hours: Full-time Carrington West is supporting a major organisation with the appointment of an experienced Structures Manager to lead the management, maintenance and strategic development of a diverse highway structures and infrastructure asset portfolio. This is a senior contract position with responsibility for bridges, retaining walls, culverts, road restraint systems and geotechnical assets, combining technical leadership with strategic asset management and significant capital programme responsibility. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of senior engineers, engineers and technicians. Manage inspection, maintenance and improvement programmes across highway and open space structures. Provide expert technical advice on complex infrastructure, highways and development projects. Lead strategic structures asset management and lifecycle planning. Ensure structures assets comply with relevant national standards, codes of practice and health & safety requirements. Develop and deliver capital and revenue programmes, with responsibility for structures capital budgets of up to £3m per annum. Contribute to wider infrastructure investment programmes valued at over £150m. Manage contractors, consultants and external stakeholders across routine and complex projects. Act as Technical Approval Authority for structures-related approvals. Provide technical leadership across structural and geotechnical assets. About You We are looking for an experienced highways structures professional who can demonstrate: Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering. Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status through ICE or IStructE. Strong leadership and people management experience. Extensive technical knowledge of highway structures, bridge inspections, structural maintenance and asset management. Experience managing significant capital and revenue budgets. Strong commercial awareness and project/programme management capability. Experience managing consultants, contractors and multidisciplinary stakeholders. Strong knowledge of relevant structures standards, technical approvals and compliance requirements. Experience with specialist structural design and assessment software. Familiarity with structures asset management systems such as AMX would be beneficial. This role would particularly suit an experienced Structures Manager, Highway Structures Manager, Bridges Manager, Principal Structures Engineer or Structures Asset Manager looking for a senior contract with responsibility for both technical delivery and long-term asset strategy. Up to £60 per hour Initial 6-month contract Bristol Area Hybrid - 3 days per week in office Apply now with your latest CV for immediate consideration. For a full description and further information on the role, please call Jason Kohle at Carrington West on (phone number removed). FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jason at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please email
Senior Civil Engineer WIGAN Up to 60,000 We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join an award-winning Civil and Structural team at a Consulting Engineers based in Wigan. Having a minimum of 5+ years' experience you will play a key role in the delivery of civil engineering consultancy services across a range of projects - from feasibility and planning stages through to detailed design and construction. Key areas of expertise should include: Drainage and highway design Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) Flood Risk Assessments Earthworks design This is a hands-on technical role, where the Senior Civil Engineer will lead day-to-day project delivery and collaborate with a skilled team of engineers and technicians to ensure quality, budget, and timeline objectives are met. In order to be considered for this Senior Civil Engineer role you will; BEng, Meng, MSc, HND or HNC in Civil Engineering together with a minimum 4 years post qualification experience working within an engineering consultancy environment. Be able to produce drainage and highway drawings, design calculations, technical reports and site appraisals. Knowledge of UK planning procedures and relevant design codes such as Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance, Manual for Streets, Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Local Authority Design Guidance and preparation of technical approvals. Working understanding of technical software including AutoCAD, Microdrainage/Flow, Causeway Live/PDS/Civil 3D and AutoTrack. Experience working with residential developers Strong written and verbal skills in English Self-motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative on technical matters and provide support or mentoring to others within the team A full UK driving licence would be advantageous For this Senior Civil Engineer role our client is offering; A competitive salary Bonus scheme Pension contribution Generous holiday package Eye test Social events Career development Payment of subscriptions Employee referral scheme To discuss this Senior Civil Engineer role and other similar roles please get in touch with MIKAELA
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
Senior Civil Engineer WIGAN Up to 60,000 We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join an award-winning Civil and Structural team at a Consulting Engineers based in Wigan. Having a minimum of 5+ years' experience you will play a key role in the delivery of civil engineering consultancy services across a range of projects - from feasibility and planning stages through to detailed design and construction. Key areas of expertise should include: Drainage and highway design Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) Flood Risk Assessments Earthworks design This is a hands-on technical role, where the Senior Civil Engineer will lead day-to-day project delivery and collaborate with a skilled team of engineers and technicians to ensure quality, budget, and timeline objectives are met. In order to be considered for this Senior Civil Engineer role you will; BEng, Meng, MSc, HND or HNC in Civil Engineering together with a minimum 4 years post qualification experience working within an engineering consultancy environment. Be able to produce drainage and highway drawings, design calculations, technical reports and site appraisals. Knowledge of UK planning procedures and relevant design codes such as Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance, Manual for Streets, Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Local Authority Design Guidance and preparation of technical approvals. Working understanding of technical software including AutoCAD, Microdrainage/Flow, Causeway Live/PDS/Civil 3D and AutoTrack. Experience working with residential developers Strong written and verbal skills in English Self-motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative on technical matters and provide support or mentoring to others within the team A full UK driving licence would be advantageous For this Senior Civil Engineer role our client is offering; A competitive salary Bonus scheme Pension contribution Generous holiday package Eye test Social events Career development Payment of subscriptions Employee referral scheme To discuss this Senior Civil Engineer role and other similar roles please get in touch with MIKAELA
Principal Geotechnical Engineer - Edinburgh Location: EdinburghSalary: £50,000 - £60,000Employment Type: Full-time An established engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join its Edinburgh team. This is a senior opportunity for an experienced geotechnical professional looking to take responsibility for technically challenging projects, lead project teams and play an active role in developing client relationships. The Role You will work across a varied portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects, providing technical leadership from feasibility and ground investigation through to design and construction. Key responsibilities will include: Leading the delivery of geotechnical projects across a range of sectors Managing and reviewing ground investigation information Producing and reviewing geotechnical interpretative reports Undertaking and reviewing geotechnical calculations and designs Providing technical input into foundations, earthworks, slopes, retaining structures and ground improvement Working closely with structural, civil and environmental engineers Managing project budgets, programmes and resources Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers Liaising directly with clients, contractors and other project stakeholders Preparing fee proposals and contributing to business development Supporting the continued growth of the Edinburgh office and wider geotechnical team About You The successful candidate will have: A degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related discipline Significant experience within a UK geotechnical consultancy or engineering environment Strong technical experience across geotechnical investigation, assessment and design Experience managing projects and providing technical leadership Strong understanding of UK geotechnical standards and Eurocodes Excellent report writing and communication skills Experience mentoring and developing less experienced engineers Chartered Engineer status, or be working towards Chartership A strong commercial awareness and established client relationships would also be advantageous. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to take on a senior technical and project leadership position within an established consultancy. You will have the opportunity to work on technically interesting projects, develop client relationships and play an important role in the continued growth of the Edinburgh team.
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
Principal Geotechnical Engineer - Edinburgh Location: EdinburghSalary: £50,000 - £60,000Employment Type: Full-time An established engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join its Edinburgh team. This is a senior opportunity for an experienced geotechnical professional looking to take responsibility for technically challenging projects, lead project teams and play an active role in developing client relationships. The Role You will work across a varied portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects, providing technical leadership from feasibility and ground investigation through to design and construction. Key responsibilities will include: Leading the delivery of geotechnical projects across a range of sectors Managing and reviewing ground investigation information Producing and reviewing geotechnical interpretative reports Undertaking and reviewing geotechnical calculations and designs Providing technical input into foundations, earthworks, slopes, retaining structures and ground improvement Working closely with structural, civil and environmental engineers Managing project budgets, programmes and resources Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers Liaising directly with clients, contractors and other project stakeholders Preparing fee proposals and contributing to business development Supporting the continued growth of the Edinburgh office and wider geotechnical team About You The successful candidate will have: A degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related discipline Significant experience within a UK geotechnical consultancy or engineering environment Strong technical experience across geotechnical investigation, assessment and design Experience managing projects and providing technical leadership Strong understanding of UK geotechnical standards and Eurocodes Excellent report writing and communication skills Experience mentoring and developing less experienced engineers Chartered Engineer status, or be working towards Chartership A strong commercial awareness and established client relationships would also be advantageous. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to take on a senior technical and project leadership position within an established consultancy. You will have the opportunity to work on technically interesting projects, develop client relationships and play an important role in the continued growth of the Edinburgh team.
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. To find out more about ourProperty and Buildingsbusiness click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Property and Buildings WSP A little more about your role You will be central to the highly collaborative Services South team; based across the Heathrow office primarily. Your role will be at the heart of our high performing team, using your skills and expertise to help us continue driving forward in terms of both technical quality and service efficiency; whilst leading the teams senior engineers in their day to day project management activities. What you'll be doing: Leadership: Leading and mentoring commercial team members, ensuring effective coordination between commercial, project, and technical teams. Providing clear commercial direction to support delivery outcomes aligned with programme, budget, and contractual requirements. Commercial Management: Developing and managing commercial strategies and controls across projects, including cost planning, forecasting, and reporting. Supporting the setup of projects within financial systems (including Task 99 structures), ensuring appropriate allocation of budgets, cost tracking, and financial governance across workstreams. Financial Management: Producing and overseeing financial reports, including cost forecasts, revenue tracking, invoicing, cash collection, and contribution to monthly project reviews. Identifying commercial risks and opportunities and supporting actions to maintain or improve project financial performance. Business Development: Leading or supporting the commercial aspects of tender bids, including pricing strategies, commercial risk assessments, and contractual inputs. Working with wider WSP teams to support cross-selling opportunities and ensure commercially robust proposals. Client Relations: Building and maintaining relationships with clients, supporting commercial discussions, negotiations, and agreement of changes. Working collaboratively with project and client teams to achieve commercially sound outcomes while supporting overall project objectives. Compliance: Supporting adherence to contractual obligations, governance processes, and financial controls. Contributing to audit requirements, maintaining clear commercial records, and supporting compliance with internal policies and client-specific commercial frameworks. Your Team Our team is comprised of approximately 60 engineers working across the Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health specialisms Our team is split across our Brighton, Southampton, Heathrow, Basingstoke and Guildford offices giving the flexibility or work in either location on any given day. Many of our team choose to alternate the office they work in to suit personal and client needs. As part of our team, you would be working on some of our major projects predominantly at Heathrow Airport. This will be as part of a multi-disciplinary offering and so experience in building services, structural and civil engineering disciplines will be an advantage. You will be reporting to our Director that manages the various Frameworks at London Heathrow. You will be able to utilise graduate, assistant, senior and principal engineers in supporting roles around you, as well as dedicated BIM and Sustainability specialists to contribute to the successful delivery of your projects. What we will be looking for you to demonstrate Extensive experience in commercial management, cost control, and financial planning within the construction or Building Services sector, within aviation or major infrastructure environments. Experience in managing commercial processes, systems, and tools (including cost management systems, forecasting tools, and enterprise resource planning), ensuring robust financial control across projects and programmes. In depth understanding of commercial and contractual management, including administration of NEC/JCT contracts, change control, variations, and claims management. Proven ability to lead commercial activities independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing clear commercial direction and influencing project outcomes. Experience in managing the commercial aspects of technical projects within property and buildings, with a clear understanding of how design and delivery decisions impact cost, risk, and margin. Ability to represent WSP in commercial discussions with clients, contractors, and supply chain partners, supporting negotiations and ensuring commercially sound outcomes aligned with client objectives. Have financial acumen, including experience in forecasting, cost reporting, margin management, and identifying commercial risks and opportunities. Recent, demonstrable experience in leading commercial management across complex projects, including managing contractual risk, supporting dispute resolution, and driving improved commercial performance. Key responsibilities Lead the commercial management of Building Services and multi-d projects and frameworks at Heathrow, providing strategic direction across the project lifecycle Influence business and project decisions to optimise commercial outcomes, balancing risk and opportunity Provide early commercial input into bids, pricing strategies, and delivery models Act as a trusted advisor to Project Directors and senior leadership on commercial matters Contract Management & Administration Oversee the administration of contracts (e.g. NEC, bespoke Heathrow forms), ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and risk positions Lead contract negotiations, variations, and change control processes, ensuring robust commercial governance Provide clear interpretation of contract provisions to project teams, supporting informed decision-making Manage and respond to contractual correspondence, notices, and claims Financial Management & Reporting Lead financial monitoring and reporting across projects, including cost management, revenue forecasting, and margin analysis Ensure that financial data is accurate, consistent, and aligned with project and business reporting requirements Identify trends, risks, and opportunities affecting financial performance and provide actionable insights Support the development of robust cost plans and financial controls Risk & Opportunity Management Identify commercial risks and opportunities at project and portfolio level Develop and implement mitigation or enhancement strategies to protect and improve commercial performance Maintain clear visibility of risk exposure and ensure alignment with governance processes Support resolution of disputes and commercial challenges through structured negotiation Supply Chain & Procurement Oversee procurement strategies for Building Services packages, ensuring value for money and alignment with project objectives Manage relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors, including performance monitoring and issue resolution Ensure that supply chain engagements are commercially robust and compliant with contractual requirements Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with internal teams, clients, and supply chain partners to support effective commercial decision-making Build strong relationships with Heathrow commercial and programme teams Provide clear commercial advice to non-commercial stakeholders, supporting informed and balanced decisions Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and develop commercial team members, supporting professional development (e.g. MRICS progression) Promote consistency and best practice in commercial management across the team Support recruitment and capability planning in line with business needs Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. To find out more about ourProperty and Buildingsbusiness click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Property and Buildings WSP A little more about your role You will be central to the highly collaborative Services South team; based across the Heathrow office primarily. Your role will be at the heart of our high performing team, using your skills and expertise to help us continue driving forward in terms of both technical quality and service efficiency; whilst leading the teams senior engineers in their day to day project management activities. What you'll be doing: Leadership: Leading and mentoring commercial team members, ensuring effective coordination between commercial, project, and technical teams. Providing clear commercial direction to support delivery outcomes aligned with programme, budget, and contractual requirements. Commercial Management: Developing and managing commercial strategies and controls across projects, including cost planning, forecasting, and reporting. Supporting the setup of projects within financial systems (including Task 99 structures), ensuring appropriate allocation of budgets, cost tracking, and financial governance across workstreams. Financial Management: Producing and overseeing financial reports, including cost forecasts, revenue tracking, invoicing, cash collection, and contribution to monthly project reviews. Identifying commercial risks and opportunities and supporting actions to maintain or improve project financial performance. Business Development: Leading or supporting the commercial aspects of tender bids, including pricing strategies, commercial risk assessments, and contractual inputs. Working with wider WSP teams to support cross-selling opportunities and ensure commercially robust proposals. Client Relations: Building and maintaining relationships with clients, supporting commercial discussions, negotiations, and agreement of changes. Working collaboratively with project and client teams to achieve commercially sound outcomes while supporting overall project objectives. Compliance: Supporting adherence to contractual obligations, governance processes, and financial controls. Contributing to audit requirements, maintaining clear commercial records, and supporting compliance with internal policies and client-specific commercial frameworks. Your Team Our team is comprised of approximately 60 engineers working across the Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health specialisms Our team is split across our Brighton, Southampton, Heathrow, Basingstoke and Guildford offices giving the flexibility or work in either location on any given day. Many of our team choose to alternate the office they work in to suit personal and client needs. As part of our team, you would be working on some of our major projects predominantly at Heathrow Airport. This will be as part of a multi-disciplinary offering and so experience in building services, structural and civil engineering disciplines will be an advantage. You will be reporting to our Director that manages the various Frameworks at London Heathrow. You will be able to utilise graduate, assistant, senior and principal engineers in supporting roles around you, as well as dedicated BIM and Sustainability specialists to contribute to the successful delivery of your projects. What we will be looking for you to demonstrate Extensive experience in commercial management, cost control, and financial planning within the construction or Building Services sector, within aviation or major infrastructure environments. Experience in managing commercial processes, systems, and tools (including cost management systems, forecasting tools, and enterprise resource planning), ensuring robust financial control across projects and programmes. In depth understanding of commercial and contractual management, including administration of NEC/JCT contracts, change control, variations, and claims management. Proven ability to lead commercial activities independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing clear commercial direction and influencing project outcomes. Experience in managing the commercial aspects of technical projects within property and buildings, with a clear understanding of how design and delivery decisions impact cost, risk, and margin. Ability to represent WSP in commercial discussions with clients, contractors, and supply chain partners, supporting negotiations and ensuring commercially sound outcomes aligned with client objectives. Have financial acumen, including experience in forecasting, cost reporting, margin management, and identifying commercial risks and opportunities. Recent, demonstrable experience in leading commercial management across complex projects, including managing contractual risk, supporting dispute resolution, and driving improved commercial performance. Key responsibilities Lead the commercial management of Building Services and multi-d projects and frameworks at Heathrow, providing strategic direction across the project lifecycle Influence business and project decisions to optimise commercial outcomes, balancing risk and opportunity Provide early commercial input into bids, pricing strategies, and delivery models Act as a trusted advisor to Project Directors and senior leadership on commercial matters Contract Management & Administration Oversee the administration of contracts (e.g. NEC, bespoke Heathrow forms), ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and risk positions Lead contract negotiations, variations, and change control processes, ensuring robust commercial governance Provide clear interpretation of contract provisions to project teams, supporting informed decision-making Manage and respond to contractual correspondence, notices, and claims Financial Management & Reporting Lead financial monitoring and reporting across projects, including cost management, revenue forecasting, and margin analysis Ensure that financial data is accurate, consistent, and aligned with project and business reporting requirements Identify trends, risks, and opportunities affecting financial performance and provide actionable insights Support the development of robust cost plans and financial controls Risk & Opportunity Management Identify commercial risks and opportunities at project and portfolio level Develop and implement mitigation or enhancement strategies to protect and improve commercial performance Maintain clear visibility of risk exposure and ensure alignment with governance processes Support resolution of disputes and commercial challenges through structured negotiation Supply Chain & Procurement Oversee procurement strategies for Building Services packages, ensuring value for money and alignment with project objectives Manage relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors, including performance monitoring and issue resolution Ensure that supply chain engagements are commercially robust and compliant with contractual requirements Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with internal teams, clients, and supply chain partners to support effective commercial decision-making Build strong relationships with Heathrow commercial and programme teams Provide clear commercial advice to non-commercial stakeholders, supporting informed and balanced decisions Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and develop commercial team members, supporting professional development (e.g. MRICS progression) Promote consistency and best practice in commercial management across the team Support recruitment and capability planning in line with business needs Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. 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Structural Engineer (Chartered or Near Chartered) Cambridge Competitive Salary + Benefits Our client is a growing Civil and Structural Engineering Consultancy based in Cambridge, seeking a talented Chartered or Near Chartered Structural Engineer to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to work on a diverse portfolio of challenging and rewarding projects across multiple sectors. The workload includes a broad range of developments, from residential and commercial schemes to education, healthcare, industrial and heritage projects, offering genuine variety and technical interest. The Role You will take a leading role in the design and delivery of structural engineering projects from concept through to construction, working closely with clients, architects and fellow consultants. The position offers significant responsibility, client exposure and opportunities for career progression within a supportive and collaborative environment. What We're Looking For Chartered Engineer (MIStructE/MICE) or working towards Chartership. Strong experience in the design of structures using mainstream construction materials, including steel, reinforced concrete, masonry and timber. Proven ability to manage projects and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams. Excellent communication and client-facing skills. Experience using industry-standard structural analysis and design software. A proactive and solutions-focused approach to engineering. What We Offer A varied and interesting workload with technically engaging projects. A friendly, collaborative and professional working environment. Opportunities for career development and progression. Support for continued professional development. Competitive salary and benefits package. Flexible working arrangements. If you are looking to join a consultancy where you can make a real impact, work on a wide variety of projects and continue developing your career alongside an experienced team, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
Structural Engineer (Chartered or Near Chartered) Cambridge Competitive Salary + Benefits Our client is a growing Civil and Structural Engineering Consultancy based in Cambridge, seeking a talented Chartered or Near Chartered Structural Engineer to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to work on a diverse portfolio of challenging and rewarding projects across multiple sectors. The workload includes a broad range of developments, from residential and commercial schemes to education, healthcare, industrial and heritage projects, offering genuine variety and technical interest. The Role You will take a leading role in the design and delivery of structural engineering projects from concept through to construction, working closely with clients, architects and fellow consultants. The position offers significant responsibility, client exposure and opportunities for career progression within a supportive and collaborative environment. What We're Looking For Chartered Engineer (MIStructE/MICE) or working towards Chartership. Strong experience in the design of structures using mainstream construction materials, including steel, reinforced concrete, masonry and timber. Proven ability to manage projects and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams. Excellent communication and client-facing skills. Experience using industry-standard structural analysis and design software. A proactive and solutions-focused approach to engineering. What We Offer A varied and interesting workload with technically engaging projects. A friendly, collaborative and professional working environment. Opportunities for career development and progression. Support for continued professional development. Competitive salary and benefits package. Flexible working arrangements. If you are looking to join a consultancy where you can make a real impact, work on a wide variety of projects and continue developing your career alongside an experienced team, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.
