Job Description
Job Title: Civil Project Engineer (Tier 1 Infrastructure) - UK Visa Holders
Location: London, United Kingdom
Job Type: Contract (6-24 months)
Day Rate: £350 - £550 per day (dependent on experience)
Summary
An exceptional opportunity for experienced Civil Engineers from Australia and New Zealand with existing or pending UK work visas (including Tier 5 Youth Mobility or Ancestry visas). Relocate to London and contribute to some of the world's most significant Tier 1 Major infrastructure projects. We connect talented engineers with leading main contractors on long-term contracts, offering excellent day rates and a seamless transition into the UK construction industry.
About the Roles
We are seeking multiple Site Engineers, Project Engineers, and Senior Engineers to work on major civil engineering schemes across London, including transportation Highways, Energy, Water, rail projects, utilities, and urban regeneration. You will work for globally recognized Tier 1 main contractors with a proven track record of delivering landmark projects. These roles will leverage your existing skills in a challenging and rewarding environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Management and supervision of on-site engineering teams and subcontractors.
* Detailed planning, forecasting, and successful delivery of work packages.
* Acting as a key point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and consulting partners.
* Developing and managing project programmes, work schedules, and budgets.
* Upholding high standards of Health & Safety, including preparing risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
* Overseeing Quality Assurance, managing documentation, NCRs, and RFIs.
* Assisting with commercial management, including progress reporting and cost control.
Qualifications and Experience
* Must hold or have applied for a valid UK work visa (e.g., Tier 5 Youth Mobility Scheme, UK Ancestry Visa, or other applicable right to work).
* A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
* Proven experience as a Site Engineer or Project Engineer in Australia or New Zealand.
* Experience working within a main contractor environment is highly advantageous.
* Strong technical knowledge of construction principles.
* Excellent communication and team management skills.
What We Offer
* Excellent Day Rates: Highly competitive remuneration, paid daily or hourly.
* Long-Term Contracts: Typical durations of 6-24 months, providing stability.
* Landmark Projects: Opportunity to work on globally recognized, career-defining projects.
* Tier 1 Contractors: Work with top-tier companies to enhance your professional network.
* Immediate Start: Multiple roles available for engineers arriving in the UK.
How to Apply
Ready for your London engineering challenge? Click 'Apply Now'.
This role is ideal for candidates seeking civil engineering jobs in London for Australians, project engineer UK jobs with Tier 5 visas, UK infrastructure roles for New Zealand engineers, site engineer London jobs, or Youth mobility visa engineering roles.
Randstad CPE values and promotes equality. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments or additional arrangements 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 act as an Employment Agency, and for temporary/contract vacancies, as an Employment Business.
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