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About Costain JOB DESCRIPTION At Costain, we help to improve people’s lives by creating connected, sustainable infrastructure that enables people and the planet to thrive. We work together to shape, create, and deliver pioneering solutions that transform the performance of the UK’s infrastructure ecosystem across energy, water, transportation and defence markets. Through our collaboration with customers, partners, communities, and wider industry we will deliver an infrastructure fit for a better future. About The Project Due to continued growth in our Water sector, we are recruiting for an Apprentice Civil Engineer to join our Northumbrian Water Framework. Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by Northumbrian Water to the Living Water Enterprise to help shape and deliver its strategic infrastructure upgrade programme with contracts valued up to c.£670m to Costain over 15 years. What does an Apprenticeship at Costain offer me? The level and training provider for your apprenticeship will depend on the skills you present at interview. The Early Careers team will register you with a suitable training provider who can support the delivery of your qualification. Being an apprentice means you will work both on-the-job with your project at site, and off-the-job with the provider. When taking on one of the many apprenticeships on offer by Costain, you will be supported by your project line manager and team, the Costain Early Careers Team, and the training provider of your academic qualification. The training provider may be a college, a university or even an independent training provider. You will be supported throughout your apprenticeship by your local team and line manager, and you will be given time to carry out your studies with the provider etc. Your on-the-job training will be in line with the work available on site but will afford the opportunity to ensure that you are given on site experience required to meet the technical and competency levels in order to achieve your apprenticeship goals. What will the programme involve? • A recognised qualification: Level Civil Engineering Technician (36 months + End Point Assessment), • Day or block release at college working towards your qualification, • A mentor to support you through your EngTech, • Attendance on apprentice development programme, • On-going support and reviews on your progress Responsibilities RESPONSIBILITIES • Assist with setting out, • Preparation of work plans and reports, • Assist with developing construction methods, • Assist with the preparation of briefings, • Site reporting and monitoring of site progress, • Site inspections and surveys, • Assist with monitoring and ensuring the works are carried out safely and to design requirements, • Demonstrate a personal commitment to safety, • Contribute to safety initiatives, • Promote and maintain a positive safety culture on the project Knowledge, Skills, And Experience • Have an enthusiasm for engineering and in continuing their educational journey through an apprenticeship. Essential QUALIFICATIONS • GCSE or equivalent 5 including English, Maths and Science (Grade 9-4 or A* - C), • A Level or equivalent 3 A Levels to include Maths and a physical science (Grade B (in Maths) B, C or above) and/or BTEC or equivalent L3 Extended Diploma - Engineering related (Grade DDM or above), • A passionate individual looking to undertake an apprenticeship with an award-winning employer, • An organised individual that can work well to deadlines, • Someone who is creative with a keen interest in the latest technology, • Someone that enjoys challenges and problem solving in their day-to-day work, • Communicating clearly, both written and verbally, • Problem solving, • Works well within a team, but equally on your own, • Using a computer and Microsoft software, • Numerate About Us Costain helps to improve people’s lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK’s energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK’s leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview . A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website: About The Team Costain has been awarded a new contract on the Northumbrian Water Alliance, created to deliver 12 years of Complex Delivery works within the North East of England. Under the new contract, Costain will work with Northumbrian Water and its key partners where the main scope of work will include design, construction and commissioning of new water and wastewater treatment assets, asset renewals/modifications, refurbishments, and extension to treatment works.

Electronics Test Engineer – Durham, UK Full-Time | Permanent | Competitive Salary Are you an experienced Electronics Test Engineer with strong LabVIEW programming skills? Our client, a leading manufacturer of rechargeable battery solutions based in Durham, is looking for a proactive and innovative engineer to join their Engineering team. This position is ideal for someone who wants to take ownership of LabVIEW-driven automated test development and play a key role in the testing and validation of cutting-edge battery technology. About the Role In this role, you will support the Senior Electronics Test Engineer in the development and testing of new rechargeable battery products. A major focus of the position is the design, development, and improvement of automated test equipment, where LabVIEW is the primary development tool. You will collaborate closely with technicians, production, NPI, and quality teams to deliver reliable, high-performing test solutions. If you enjoy problem-solving, automation, and building robust test systems from the ground up, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow and make a significant impact. Key Responsibilities Test Design & Execution • Design and execute test plans for new battery products under development., • Develop detailed test specifications aligned with customer requirements and SPQP standards., • Conduct failure mode analysis and support prevention activities to improve product reliability., • Equipment Development & Maintenance, • Design, develop, and validate automated test equipment and fixtures, with LabVIEW as the primary programming environment., • Maintain and improve existing LabVIEW-driven test systems to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and long-term reliability., • Manage version control of compiled firmware (hex files) and provide support for programming fixtures. Production & Technical Support • Provide expert troubleshooting support to production teams, particularly on LabVIEW automated systems., • Deliver training and guidance to Electronics Technicians on test processes and equipment., • Contribute to PFMEA activities and support testing requirements throughout the NPI process. Quality, Validation & Reporting • Validate all test equipment and fixtures in line with company and industry standards., • Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with quality management systems., • Prepare detailed test reports and communicate results clearly to internal teams and customer Skills, Experience & Qualifications The successful candidate will demonstrate: • A degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (BEng) or equivalent experience., • Previous experience in an electronics test engineering or manufacturing environment., • Advanced LabVIEW programming experience is essential, including use of existing VI libraries and developing new automated test sequences. (This is a core component of the role.), • Additional programming experience in C# and Arduino platforms (desirable)., • Experience using SQL databases for test data acquisition and analysis., • Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills across both test equipment and electronic assemblies., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • A highly organised and self-motivated approach, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities. Why LabVIEW Expertise Matters in This Role The Engineering team relies heavily on LabVIEW to design, automate, and maintain test systems used in battery pack manufacturing. Your expertise will directly influence test accuracy, production efficiency, product reliability, and the success of new product introductions. This role offers the chance to lead continuous improvement initiatives and shape the future of automated testing within the business. How to Apply If you are keen, please email your CV to or call 01582 878839 / 07961 158788 to discuss the role further.

JOB DESCRIPTION The role of Graduate Quantity Surveyor is to assist in administration and management of costs and contracts relating to projects. The role may involve all aspects of work from the initial tender to final account and close out, seeking to minimise the costs and enhance value for money whilst achieving the required standards and quality. This role will work under the close direction and supervision of a more senior quantity surveyor. About The Project Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by Northumbrian Water to the Living Water Enterprise to help shape and deliver its strategic infrastructure upgrade programme with contracts valued up to c.£670m to Costain over 15 years. Graduate Development Programme The programme will focus on helping you to grow your personal and leadership skills, alongside business and of course, the technical skills you will learn day-to-day on the job. The programme is delivered in a variety of formats throughout the 2 years and will allow you to establish a network of contacts that will help and support you through your first 2 years and beyond. We expect some of our graduates to rotate after a period of 8-12 months, to another project/sector of the business to fully understand the depth and breadth of the services offered by the company. Our line managers are fully supportive of the Graduate Development Programme and will be involved in helping you along the way. In addition to the programme, we offer mentoring and support in every area of work, as well as a structured training programme to enable graduates to work towards achieving Chartership. Graduates may have the opportunity to work on a number of exciting and progressive projects around the UK during the 2-year period, in sectors including nuclear, highways, rail, water, airports and tunnels. RESPONSIBILITIES Key Responsibilities • Prepare enquiries, analyse tenders, negotiate, and manage allocated accounts including orders, payments & final accounts, and close outs in accordance with customer or company procedures., • Assist in the preparation and agreement of applications for payment or the assessment & preparation of payment certificates., • Play a key role in capturing, managing, and communicating change and risk on the project in accordance with the Contract., • Assist in the preparation of the Project Control Reporting including project cost & value / EVA reports, budgets, and forecasts., • Report to Line Management when contractual notices and correspondence with both customer and sub-contractors are required in accordance with the Contract., • Assisting with the reporting of the Project Budget / Cost Report., • Undertake record-keeping including but not limited to collating site records, the preparation of meeting packs, meeting invites, and taking meeting minutes., • Carry out supply chain performance reviews on allocated packages., • Contribute to Value management / value engineering, • Understanding the implications of health and safety regulations, • Ensure all health, safety and environmental risk situations are brought to the attention of Contract Leader / Project Manager Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Experience • Be proactive in self-development and professional qualification, • Will have understanding or experience of business systems, spreadsheet development, cost analysis, programme evaluation and development, compensation event and/or variations assessment and evaluation., • Increasing knowledge of a variety of forms & options of contracts., • Have experience or appreciation of the risk management process for both schedule and cost and the use of Earned Value Management. Desirable • Have experience or appreciation of company policies, procedures & controls, operating office management systems including filing systems and document control and distribution and assist in the drafting of contractual correspondence on behalf of the project and project manager. Essential QUALIFICATIONS • Holds or working towards an RICS/CICES accredited degree, with relevant experience. Desirable • Enrolled and working towards Full Membership of either RICS or CICES ABOUT US Costain helps to improve people’s lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK’s energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK’s leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview . A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website: ABOUT THE TEAM Costain has been awarded a new contract on the Northumbrian Water Alliance, created to deliver 12 years of Complex Delivery works within the North East of England. Under the new contract, Costain will work with Northumbrian Water and its key partners where the main scope of work will include design, construction and commissioning of new water and wastewater treatment assets, asset renewals/modifications, refurbishments, and extension to treatment works.

Electronics Test EngineerScroll down to find the complete details of the job offer, including experience required and associated duties and tasks.- Durham, UK Full-Time | Permanent | Competitive Salary Are you an experienced Electronics Test Engineer with strong LabVIEW programming skills? Our client, a leading manufacturer of rechargeable battery solutions based in Durham, is looking for a proactive and innovative engineer to join their Engineering team.This position is ideal for someone who wants to take ownership of LabVIEW-driven automated test development and play a key role in the testing and validation of cutting-edge battery technology.About the Role In this role, you will support the Senior Electronics Test Engineer in the development and testing of new rechargeable battery products.A major focus of the position is the design, development, and improvement of automated test equipment, where LabVIEW is the primary development tool.You will collaborate closely with technicians, production, NPI, and quality teams to deliver reliable, high-performing test solutions.If you enjoy problem-solving, automation, and building robust test systems from the ground up, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow and make a significant impact.Key Responsibilities Test Design & Execution Design and execute test plans for new battery products under development.Develop detailed test specifications aligned with customer requirements and SPQP standards.Conduct failure mode analysis and support prevention activities to improve product reliability.Equipment Development & Maintenance Design, develop, and validate automated test equipment and fixtures, with LabVIEW as the primary programming environment.Maintain and improve existing LabVIEW-driven test systems to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and long-term reliability.Manage version control of compiled firmware (hex files) and provide support for programming fixtures.Production & Technical Support Provide expert troubleshooting support to production teams, particularly on LabVIEW automated systems.Deliver training and guidance to Electronics Technicians on test processes and equipment.Contribute to PFMEA activities and support testing requirements throughout the NPI process.Quality, Validation & Reporting Validate all test equipment and fixtures in line with company and industry standards.Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with quality management systems.Prepare detailed test reports and communicate results clearly to internal teams and customers.Skills, Experience & Qualifications The successful candidate will demonstrate: A degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (BEng) or equivalent experience.Previous experience in an electronics test engineering or manufacturing environment.Advanced LabVIEW programming experience is essential, including use of existing VI libraries and developing new automated test sequences.(This is a core component of the role.) Additional programming experience in C# and Arduino platforms (desirable).Experience using SQL databases for test data acquisition and analysis.Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills across both test equipment and electronic assemblies.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.A highly organised and self-motivated approach, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.Why LabVIEW Expertise Matters in This Role The Engineering team relies heavily on LabVIEW to design, automate, and maintain test systems used in battery pack manufacturing.Your expertise will directly influence test accuracy, production efficiency, product reliability, and the success of new product introductions.This role offers the chance to lead continuous improvement initiatives and shape the future of automated testing within the business. xjlbheb How to Apply If you are keen, please email your CV to or call / to discuss the role further.

Job Title: Design and Technology Teacher. Are you a Design and Technology Teacher with an enthusiasm for learning and inspiring the future generation? Teaching personnel is seeking skilled and passionate DT teachers to join our network- offering their skills to a secondary school based in Durham. Pr

A high-performing school in Durham City is looking for a full-time Design and Technology Teacher to start in January 2026. DT Teacher needed from January 2026. This role is suited to a practical, safety-conscious DT teacher with a passion for innovation and craftsmanship.