Site Engineer
My client is a well-established company who are delivering a complex and multi-disciplinary civils and utilities project in Leiston, East Anglia and they’re looking to expand their team with skilled Site Engineers. The scope of works is wide-ranging, covering earthworks, drainage, paving, building construction, and the installation of structural steel and concrete, as well as ductile iron pipework and equipment racking.
Acting as Principal Contractor and undertaking much of the work through self-delivery, the role demands a strong understanding of engineering principles, on-site execution, and compliance in highly regulated environments. You will play a key role in ensuring that works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the correct technical and quality standards.
- You should be able to carry out setting out and engineering duties as directed by the Site Manager, ensuring works are delivered to specification and design.
- Oversee technical quality and installation standards through inspection and test plans, ensuring compliance with relevant specifications.
- Monitor site quality control procedures and assist in resolving engineering and technical issues as they arise.
- Support safe site operations by ensuring compliance with Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental procedures.
- Ensure equipment and instrumentation is properly calibrated and maintained.
- Input into programme updates, KPIs, material reconciliation, and reporting, supporting efficient delivery and cost control.
- Contribute to planning and daily site management, liaising with site teams and subcontractors.
- Maintain understanding of and compliance with project management systems, including the Construction Phase H&S Plan, Environmental and Quality Plans.
If you’re a degree-qualified (or equivalent) civil engineer with hands-on experience in the civils or utilities sector this could be a great role for you. You should be confident in setting out, surveying, managing quality, and producing inspection and test plans. A CSCS Card and Full UK Driving Licence are also required.
You’ll need a solid grasp of CDM regulations, health and safety, and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach. Strong communication, planning and organisational skills are essential.
Ideally, you’ll have or be working towards chartership (ICE, CIOB, CIHT or APM) and hold additional qualifications such as SMSTS/SSSTS, Temporary Works Supervisor, or training in Confined Spaces and NRSWA. Experience with major civil engineering schemes, deep excavations, or complex builds is a strong advantage.
If you are interested in this role please contact Stewart by email at sl@sol-rec.com or on 07564 776818
SENIOR STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
A well-established Structural Engineering consultancy based in Takeley, Essex, delivering innovative, practical, and cost-effective structural engineering solutions across domestic and commercial sectors. With a growing portfolio of exciting projects and a reputation for excellence, we are looking to expand our talented team.
The Role
We’re seeking an experienced and driven Senior Structural Engineer to lead and deliver a wide range of structural projects from concept through to completion. You will play a key role in both the technical and client-facing aspects of the business, working across residential refurbishments, extensions, and new builds, as well as commercial and mixed-use developments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of structural projects (steel, concrete, timber, and masonry)
- Conduct structural assessments, surveys, and reports for domestic and commercial properties
- Liaise with architects, contractors, developers, and local authorities
- Supervise junior engineers and technicians, providing mentorship and technical guidance
- Ensure all work complies with current building regulations and codes of practice
- Prepare design calculations, drawings, and specifications using industry-standard software
What We’re Looking For
- Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering (MEng or BEng)
- Chartered or working towards chartership (IStructE or ICE)
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in structural engineering
- Strong background in both domestic and commercial projects
- Proficient in design software such as Tekla, Tedds, AutoCAD, and Revit
- Excellent communication and client liaison skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with minimal supervision
- Full UK driving licence
If you are interested in this role please get in touch with Stewart at sl@sol-rec.com or on 07564 776818
SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR
My client, a well-established Main Contractor are now looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor, or Quantity Surveyor looking to step up to an SQS to join their team in Cambridgeshire initially working on schemes for the Environment Agency. You must have experience working on civil engineering schemes including Flood Protection with a main contractor.
You should be
- Ambitious individual with great communication skills, who is confident with a flexible approach.
- Demonstrate innovative approaches to problem solving and the ability to negotiate across the various levels of any construction environment.
- Handle the financial and mathematical demands of the role by possessing impressive numeracy and IT skills.
- Must have experience working on civil engineering schemes including Flood Protection with a main contractor.
- Experience as a SQS working with the NEC form of contract.
Excellent benefits package and personal development opportunities:
- Life assurance cover
- Company car or car allowance
- Hybrid working considered
- Company pension scheme up to 8%
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buying more)
- Training and development offered
If you are interested in this role please get in touch with Stewart at sl@sol-rec.com or on 07564 776818 for more information.
Quantity Surveyor ( Measurement / Schedule of Rates )
Are you a Quantity Surveyor or an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to step up?
Are you experienced with schedules of rates and looking to bring your skills to a new industry? I am recruiting for a Measurement Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established Main Contractor and support the asset maintenance of clients within the Rail business.
This role focuses on Reactive Maintenance on the CP7 Framework focused on Asset Management of 100s of Network Rail Stations across the Kent, Sussex and Wessex routes, including London stations such as London Bridge and Waterloo.
Within the Commercial team you will focus primarily on Reactive Fault Measurement and report to the Senior QS, Measurement Team Manager.
Role overview
- Produces measures for asset maintenance
- Fast paced, high churn, desktop role
- Role involves using schedules of rates and valuing the work, using worksheet, before/during/after photographs, to inform measurements.
- Not a project QS role; no CVR, no applications for payment
- Daily interactions with suppliers, and internal teams
Requirements
- QS or experienced AQS looking to step up
- Background in rail, water, housing associations, or highways
- Proficient in schedules of rates measurement, desktop measurement, and administrative tasks.
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Team player who can work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong commercial acumen
If you are interested in this role please contact Stewart via email at sl@sol-rec.com or on 07654 776818
PROJECT MANAGER
My client, an award winning Utilities contractor in the UK requires a Project Manager / Senior Project Manager to oversee their newly appointed Scottish & Southern Electricity Network partnership.
These works will focus on critical network improvements covering the towns and cities of Reading, Basingstoke, Southampton, and Portsmouth. The works themselves will mainly involve building new substations, completing cable replacements and upgrading the area’s existing assets.
The project is set to be delivered within an 8-year time frame so long-term contract and permanent positions are on offer. In return a competitive salary will be offered along with an excellent benefits scheme and freelance is considered also with top rates on offer Outside IR35.
If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to discuss the role in more detail, please send your details into the provided email address or call Dave on 07960 054752.
Site Supervisor (Water)
The Role
This role will be working for one of the largest privately owned construction firms in the UK and they are looking for a Civils Supervisor working within the Waste Network working on projects throughout London.
The role as a supervisor, you will oversee up to three teams working on minor sewer improvement projects throughout London.
Here are some of the activities that you will be involved in…
- Leading, motivating and developing your team
- Meeting contractual obligations in terms of safety, compliance, timelines and budgets
- Coordinating and organising services before teams start work
- Identifying traffic management needs
- Communicating with property owners regarding access plans
- Conducting site inspections to ensure teams are adhering to required HSEQ standards
- There will be risk assessments to complete, incident reports to write up and team briefings or toolbox talks to facilitate
About you
You should have great communication skills, common sense and being comfortable with technology, these are all important skills to be successful in the role.
A full, clean driving licence and a valid NRSWA qualification are required.
I would like to hear from candidates within the utilities sector, ideally with qualifications such as SHEA Water and experience of confined spaces.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, car / car allowance, pension, healthcare and holiday allowance starting at 24-26 days per annum.
If you are interested in this role please contact Stewart by email at sl@sol-rec.com or on 07564 776818
Temporary Works Design Manager
Temporary Works Design Manager
Are you an experienced Temporary Works Design Engineer / Manager in the Civils/Rail industry?
This is an exciting opportunity for a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Manager to join the Southern Renewals Team. The project (CP7) will total 5+5 years of multiple individual schemes across Network Rail’s Southern Route (Kent, Sussex & Wessex).
You will manage the coordination for Temporary Works Design across several concurrent schemes at different stages – projects are split into Buildings, Structures and Earthworks & Drainage.
- Technical qualification (example Degree in civil engineering or HND)
- Proven technical organisational skills
- Ideally MICE or MCIOB
- Management of the implementation of significant temporary works on projects
- Demonstrates a deep understanding of Engineering principals and technical subcontract management
- Proven experience at creating innovation and value engineering through Design and standards management
- Experience in civil engineering
Please get in touch for more information about this role; sl@sol-rec.com / 07654 776818
Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor (Hybrid)
Are you a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a new challenge? My client is a leading Tier 1, Main Contractor
My client has been awarded the first phase of the £27m Highways scheme in Essex. This will include the construction of a Dual Carriageway and will include the construction of a new roundabout, and the associated civils works too
The role:
- Manage the financial and contractual performance of projects.
- Oversee projects’ financial performance, ensuring profit targets and efficiency savings are achieved.
- Adhere to contractual timescales and administer change control.
- Identify and manage risks and opportunities effectively.
- Conduct compliant procurement processes and selections.
- Deal with commercial queries and advise on legal matters.
- Effectively manage the Supply Chain and conduct audits.
- Monitor project progress, maintain accurate financial logs, and prepare reports.
- Ensure compliance with assurance processes, policies, and procedures.
- Build strong relationships with project teams, clients, and commercial team members.
- Coach and support junior team members, fostering a culture of learning and development.
My client will offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave. This is a Hybrid role with 2-3 days in the office
About you:
- Proven success in Quantity Surveying role.
- Experience in a civil engineering environment, preferably Highways.
- NEC contract knowledge.
- IT proficiency and familiarity with cost management software.
- Knowledge of cost performance monitoring and contract administration.
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent).
- Professional membership (e.g., RICS, CICES) and CSCS card (desirable).
Please get in touch to register your interest and enquire about more information, sl@sol-rec.com or 07564 776818
Business Development Manager
Business Development Manager
I’m assisting one of my clients who are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join their business. They are a leading international civil engineering company, specialising in Transportation, Energy, Tunnelling, Building, Civil and Structural Engineering project throughout the UK
The role
If you are an experienced Business Development Manager within the Civil Engineering sector.
You will be experienced in establishing and maintaining regular dialogue with new and existing customers and identify, assess and cultivate new client leads/opportunities that fit with the overall business strategy and market sectors to enable the company to grow in line with the business plan.
You will also lead on sector pipeline meetings, prepare and distribute suitable minutes / actions to discuss current and future opportunities.
The role may require you to travel to various project sites and have flexibility to work extended hours as needed. The primary locations for this role will be either Swindon or London.
About you
It is essential that you have sound knowledge of the UK construction market and of relevant and up to date procurement legislation along with strong knowledge of Civil Engineering.
You should have exceptional presentation and client communication skills and be able to maintain industry/competitor intelligence; attend CECA meetings and others as appropriate.
Please get in touch if you’re interested in the role and would like to discuss this further. Contact Stewart by email, sl@sol-rec.com or on 07564 776818
Senior Estimator
Due to my client’s business expansion, they are seeking a Senior Estimator. As a Senior Estimator, you will be working on civil engineering tenders, developing precise and competitive estimates for projects involving roads, sewers, drainage, utilities, and reinforced concrete structures.
They are one of the biggest family owned construction businesses in the UK with a turnover close to £500m per year
Here are some of the activities you will be involved with:
- Review tender requirements, focusing on scope of works, attending site visits and collaborating with the Bid and Operational Support Teams, coordinating with Estimating Buyer on material costs and subcontractor quotes.
- Support the Estimators and Junior members of the team in preparing and comparing detailed subcontractor pricing packages.
- Submit technical queries to clients for tender clarity and review client pricing schedules to ensure alignment with scope.
- Conduct take-offs as needed for Bill of Quantities or Activity Schedules.
- Prepare estimates for in-house work and assess subcontractor quotes for specialist tasks
- Draft bid assumptions, qualifications, and exclusions and identify project risks, compile risk register, and review utility and geotechnical data.
- Finalise and include pricing documents (e.g., Schedule of Costs, Daywork Rates).
- Attend post-tender meetings, respond to pricing queries, and track submission updates.
- Prepare pricing handover file and brief Operations Team on tender details.
I’m keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:
Expertise in civil engineering projects, with a focus on self-delivery works such as earthworks, roadworks, kerbing, footpaths, sewers, drainage, pipeline construction, and utility installations.
Proficiency in Excel and experience using pricing software such as Conquest, Causeway, Candy, or similar.
Familiarity with key contract terms and conditions, including NEC 4 and JCT ICE, as well as an understanding of measurement methods, particularly regarding rate inclusions.
Package
They are offering a competitive salary up to £100,000 depending on experience, company car / car allowance, pension, healthcare and holiday allowance starting at 25 days per annum.
If you are interested in this role please contact Stewart Lange by email at sl@sol-rec.com or by phone on 07564 776818