Job Title: Freelance Senior Engineer (Outside IR35)
Project: £100m Commercial Build
Location: Northamptonshire
Contract Duration: October 2025 – up to 14 months
Day Rate: £400 – £450 (Outside IR35)
The Opportunity
We are recruiting for a Freelance Senior Engineer to join the delivery team on a £100m commercial build project in Northamptonshire. This long-term contract offers up to 14 months of work on a flagship scheme. Tier 1 contractor with lots of upcoming work in the area.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee and manage groundworks subcontractors.
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Provide technical input across bulk earthworks, groundworks, and build stages.
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Ensure works are delivered in line with design, quality, safety, and programme requirements.
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Mentor and support junior engineers on site.
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Report to senior project management team on progress and issues.
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Maintain strong H&S culture across site operations.
Requirements
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Demonstrable experience as a Senior Engineer on large commercial build projects.
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Specific knowledge of bulk earthworks and groundworks is essential.
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Strong leadership and communication skills.
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SMSTS desirable.
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No setting out required – focus is on management, coordination, and technical oversight.
Contract Details
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Outside IR35.
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Start Date: October 2025.
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Duration: Up to 14 months.
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Day Rate: £400 – £450 (DOE).
How to Apply
If you are a Senior Engineer with proven experience in earthworks, groundworks, and commercial builds, and you’re available from October, please apply with your CV and details of relevant project experience and contact Heather Duncan in the Birmingham office