Randstad are recruiting for an experienced Civils Construction CRE for work on a major rail infrastructure project in Plymouth. Works will include civils, structural works including bridge replacement, station upgrades and embankments.
This is a freelance contract commencing start of Jan 2026 and expected to run until April/May with potential to extend.
The Role: Civils Construction CRE
Oversee construction and civil engineering for rail infrastructure projects, specializing in heavy civils and structural works.
Key Responsibilities:
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to all legislation, contract terms, health and safety, work package, and quality/environmental plans.
- Delivery: Manage the project to deliver within schedule and budget, closely coordinating with site staff and surveyors to control costs.
- Monitoring & Changes: Continuously track progress against objectives and collaborate with the site team to manage contractual changes.
- Reporting: Provide formal progress updates to the Contracts Manager.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Site Agent CRE or Construction Manager CRE in a rail/civil engineering setting.
- Relevant qualifications (SMSTS, PTS).
- Degree/HNC/HND in civil engineering or equivalent.
- Hold Civils CRE - C competence (Contractors Responsible Engineer).
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.
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