Freelance civil engineers

Hire a freelance civil engineer

From setting out and drainage to temporary works and structures, civil engineers keep infrastructure and groundworks projects on track. Find freelance civil engineers on 3lanse by discipline, location and availability.

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The role

Where freelance civil engineers help

Site engineering

Setting out, levels, quality checks and as-built records.

Infrastructure

Highways, rail, water, drainage and earthworks schemes.

Structures and groundworks

Foundations, retaining walls, culverts and concrete works.

Design support

Calculations, drawings and design checks for contractor's design portions.

What to check

Experience and memberships

Look for experience in the type of work and sector you need, and whether the engineer has worked to the relevant client standards, such as those used on highways or rail schemes.

Many civil engineers are members of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), and some are chartered. Check CSCS cards and any sector-specific competencies required for site work.

Are you a freelance civil engineer?

Find civil engineer work and run your business on 3lanse

Join free as a 3lanser to be found by contractors and consultancies looking for civil engineers. Set your availability and day rate, build your profile from your CV and browse civil engineer jobs.

On 3lanser Plus you can also manage clients, log days and mileage, invoice, complete the 3lanse PQQ and check IR35 for each engagement.

How it works

Hire a freelance civil engineer on 3lanse

  1. 1

    Create a free company account

    Set up your company page in minutes. Try 3seeker Plus free for 14 days, no card needed.
  2. 2

    Search or post a job

    Filter 3lansers by discipline, location, availability and day rate, or post a job and let civil engineers register interest.
  3. 3

    Check and contact directly

    See experience, qualifications and PQQ status, then message or invite to interview. No finder's fees.

Questions

How much does it cost to hire a freelance civil engineer on 3lanse?

3lanse doesn't charge finder's fees or take a margin on day rates. You agree the rate directly with the 3lanser. Recruiting needs 3seeker Plus (£9 a month, 14-day free trial, no card needed). VAT is added where applicable.

Can I find setting-out and site engineers too?

Yes. 3lansers choose their specialism, including civil engineer, site engineer and setting-out engineer, so you can search for the right role.

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