Summary: Are you looking for a role where your technical input directly shapes water infrastructure? Do you have the communication skills to negotiate with Tier 1 contractors and the technical knowledge to challenge a design review? We are searching for an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to provide critical technical and operational support to the Project Manager throughout the full lifecycle of schemes with a focus on civil engineering - from Initial Concept and Feasibility through to Commissioning and Final Handover. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you will ensure the seamless delivery of infrastructure projects, maintaining momentum from the pre-construction phase to site completion. Main responsibilities: Performing administrative tasks as required, including preparing estimates and invoices and keeping track of the project's progress, usually with the help of specific software and technical experts. Reporting to the project manager on the project's progress...

Summary: Are you a natural problem solver who loves seeing a project come to life from the very first sketch to the final handover? Do you want to use your skills to deliver something that genuinely matters to millions of people every single day-clean, safe water? If so, you're in the right place. At South East Water, we don't just manage pipelines and treatment works; we invest in the people who keep them running. We are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join our team. This isn't a role where you'll be stuck doing standard paperwork or left without support. It's an exciting, fast-paced position where you will gain hands-on experience with complex, large-scale engineering schemes, collaborate with top-tier technical experts, and have a real say in how our projects are run. Whether you are looking for a supportive environment to kickstart your career, a clear path to leadership, or a workplace that values your technical expertise while respecting your work-life...

Our client is a leading UK construction and infrastructure contractor delivering major civil engineering and infrastructure projects across both public and private sectors. Due to continued growth within their preconstruction function, they are seeking an ambitious Assistant Civils Preconstruction Manager to support the successful delivery of high-quality tender submissions and bid opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to progress their career within a well-established contractor, working alongside experienced preconstruction professionals on a diverse portfolio of civil and infrastructure schemes. The Role As Assistant Civils Preconstruction Manager, you will support all aspects of the preconstruction and bid process, helping to coordinate tender submissions from initial enquiry through to final submission. You will work closely with operational, commercial and technical teams to produce compelling bid documentation, manage tender information...

Assistant Engineering Manager – Arriva Harlow Depot Arriva is seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Engineering Manager to join our team at the Harlow Depot. As an Assistant Engineering Manager, you will support the Engineering Manager in ensuring a highly efficient and effective engineering operation. Your focus will be on meeting operational targets set by Arriva UK Bus and DVSA, delivering high-quality services, and maintaining regulatory compliance. You will play a key role in ensuring the garage meets its PVR requirements while operating within budget and achieving core KPIs. What Arriva Offers You: Contracted Hours : 40 hours per week, with the opportunity for overtime when covering "on tools." Competitive Salary : £55,000 per annum. Shift Pattern : Monday to Friday (07:00 - 15:00), subject to operational needs. Occasional weekend work may be required. Full-time, Permanent Contract . Overtime Availability . Annual Leave : 25 days...

Assistant Engineering Manager 📍 Tottenham 💰 £63,000 per annum At Arriva UK Bus, we play a vital role in keeping London moving. Every day, our services help thousands of passengers travel across the capital—connecting people to work, education, and the city’s endless opportunities. We’re now looking for a motivated and experienced Assistant Engineering Manager to join our London team. This is a key leadership role where you’ll help ensure our fleet remains safe, reliable, and ready to meet the demands of one of the world’s busiest transport networks. About the Role As Assistant Engineering Manager, you’ll be at the centre of our London operations—leading workshop teams, maintaining high engineering standards, and ensuring our vehicles are always ready for service. You’ll bring together technical expertise and leadership to support a fast-paced, high-demand urban network where reliability and safety are critical. What You’ll Be Doing Oversee daily workshop...

Assistant Engineering Manager 📍 Enfield 💰 £63,000 per annum At Arriva UK Bus, we play a vital role in keeping London moving. Every day, our services help thousands of passengers travel across the capital—connecting people to work, education, and the city’s endless opportunities. We’re now looking for a motivated and experienced Assistant Engineering Manager to join our London team. This is a key leadership role where you’ll help ensure our fleet remains safe, reliable, and ready to meet the demands of one of the world’s busiest transport networks. About the Role As Assistant Engineering Manager, you’ll be at the centre of our London operations—leading workshop teams, maintaining high engineering standards, and ensuring our vehicles are always ready for service. You’ll bring together technical expertise and leadership to support a fast-paced, high-demand urban network where reliability and safety are critical. What You’ll Be Doing Oversee daily workshop...

Assistant Engineering Manager  Location: Leicester We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Assistant Engineering Manager  to join the Arriva Leicester team. In this key leadership role, you will support the Garage Engineering Manager in running a safe, efficient, and high-performing workshop. You’ll play a vital part in ensuring fleet availability meets PVR requirements at all times, while operating within budget and delivering against core KPIs and regulatory standards. What Arriva can offer you Full-time, permanent role Clear career progression opportunities Dedicated 1-2-1 mentoring and leadership support Access to development training courses and professional certifications Free travel for you and a nominated family member living at the same address Access to Arriva Village – retail discounts and offers worth up to £1,200 per year 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Arriva Workplace Pension Main Responsibilities This...

Company: Arriva plc Location: Luton Department: Engineering Salary - £58,560 per annum About the role We’re looking for an Assistant Engineering Manager to support the Engineering Manager in delivering safe, reliable, and efficient engineering operations across our fleet and infrastructure. This is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take the next step into management. You’ll play a key role in maintaining vehicle reliability, supporting engineering teams, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced operational environment. What you’ll be doing Support the Engineering Manager in planning, organising, and overseeing day-to-day engineering activities, including preventative and reactive maintenance Assist with the supervision, development, and performance management of engineering staff Help implement engineering strategies, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency and control costs Monitor fleet performance data,...

VolkerLaser repairs, strengthens and waterproofs concrete and steel structures, offering a tailored package of specialist works to clients across the UK. Our structural solutions include bridge deck waterproofing, expansion joints, concrete repair and cathodic protection works, steel repair and strengthening work, carbon fibre and temporary works, jacking and bearing replacement. We also provide specialist lightweight decking and access solutions, as well as being specialists in long bridge and cable refurbishment. We have an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Major Projects division, to cover upcoming secured projects across Scotland, predominantly across the Central Belt. The role will be predominantly site based and will report to a Commercial Manager and will be involved on projects from procurement through to final accounts. About you You will have experience with NEC forms of contract Experience within Civil Engineering/Highways would be...

Designer / Project Engineer Experience Design & Heritage Projects Are you a designer ready to take the next step towards a career in project management? Are you a experienced designer who is looking to transition into a Project Manager role with support and development. We re particularly interested in individuals with a background in heritage, exhibitions, museums, retail, or other niche creative sectors, especially those who have worked on unusual, highly creative, or standout projects. This is a rare opportunity to join a world-class team delivering high-profile projects across the UK, Ireland, and internationally, while being mentored into a fully-fledged Project Manager. The Role As a Designer / Project Engineer, you ll still contribute creatively while beginning your journey into project management. You ll support the delivery of projects and gain hands-on experience across bidding, design coordination, and project execution. Working closely with senior Project...

Astute's Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit for a Shift Team Leader to join their Biomass Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Plant just south of Nottingham. The vital Shift Team Leader role comes with a competitive salary + overtime + benefits. If you're a Shift Team Leader or Assistant Shift Team Leader/Operations Technician looking to progress your career and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for: Leadership of the Operations Team and the safe and efficient operation of the plant Ensuring the plant is operating within its parameters whilst complying with strict HSE rules and regulations as well as company policies and procedures Leading the sites safety systems including the permit to work system and acting as an...

We are currently recruiting an Enhanced Technician / Senior Operator / Assistant Shift Team Leader /SAP to join the operations department of a large Energy from Waste plant in Kent. The Enhanced Technician will need an adaptable approach and will be responsible for supervising the shift teams ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the plant. The Enhanced Technician will be required, on occasions, to step up to the full Shift Manager role to cover for periods of sickness and holidays. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply. Responsibilities and duties of the Enhanced Technician role Reporting to the Operations Manager you will be responsible for: The day-to-day support of the Shift Team, including supervision of Shift Technicians who will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of turbines, boilers, pumps and water treatment plant. Acting as the site Senior...

Astute's Power Team is partnered with our client to recruit for a Shift Team Leader to join a brand-new Energy from Waste Power Station, currently in commissioning phase, in Kelvedon, Essex. The EfW Power Station processes 595,000 tons of waste per annum to generate 55MW of electricity to export to the National Grid. The vital Shift Team Leader role comes with a competitive salary + 30% shift allowance + Bonus + Overtime + further education allowances + other benefits. If you're a Shift Team Leader, or experienced Operations Technician/Assistant STL, and looking to work at a brand-new EfW Power Station, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for: The day-to-day leadership of a team of the shift operations team who will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation the plant including high-pressure steam boilers, turbines, auxiliary plant, etc. Ensuring the plant is operating...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established infrastructure and utilities contractor delivering essential projects across the UK. Working closely with the Commercial Manager and operational teams, you will take ownership of the commercial and contractual management of projects from inception through to completion. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in driving commercial performance, managing project costs, maximising profitability, and ensuring contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will be commercially astute, detail-oriented, and confident managing both financial and contractual aspects of multiple projects. The Role As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for controlling project costs, managing subcontractor accounts, administering contracts, and identifying opportunities to improve commercial performance. You will work collaboratively with operational...

MEP Section Engineer Location: Heathrow Airport Section Engineer will be responsible for the management of the construction site in order to achieve required project delivery to the customers objectives, while maintaining standards of health and safety, quality, environmental impact and cost control. They will deliver multiple on-going projects, to the specified quality, the required programme and to the maximum commercial performance. The post-holder will work closely with the Commercial Department, engineers and surveyors to ensure that projects are completed in a safe manner whilst customer requirements and expectations are always maintained or exceeded. Key Responsibilities: Set a high personal example of safety and environmental behavior. Supervise subcontractors, assistant and site engineers and work force, for instance ensuring they understand he RAMS before commencing the shift on setting out methods and techniques. Check the shift engineers...

Engineering Supervisor (Progression to Assistant Engineering Manager) Location: Southport Salary: £45,000 per annum Purpose of the Role This role offers an exciting opportunity for an aspiring Assistant Engineering Manager to learn, grow, and support the Engineering Manager in delivering an efficient and effective engineering operation. The successful candidate will contribute to achieving operational targets set by Arriva UK Bus and the DVSA, ensuring vehicle availability and compliance, while maintaining budgetary and performance standards. You will play a key part in ensuring the garage consistently meets Peak Vehicle Requirement (PVR), operates within core KPI metrics, and maintains regulatory and safety compliance. This is a development-focused position with a clear pathway toward becoming an Assistant Engineering Manager. Health & Safety: Everyone’s Responsibility All employees are expected to prioritise health and safety by acting responsibly,...

Engineering Supervisor (Progression to Assistant Engineering Manager) Salary: £46,575 per annum Purpose of the Role This role offers an exciting opportunity for an aspiring Assistant Engineering Manager to learn, grow, and support the Engineering Manager in delivering an efficient and effective engineering operation. The successful candidate will contribute to achieving operational targets set by Arriva UK Bus and the DVSA, ensuring vehicle availability and compliance, while maintaining budgetary and performance standards. You will play a key part in ensuring the garage consistently meets Peak Vehicle Requirement (PVR), operates within core KPI metrics, and maintains regulatory and safety compliance. This is a development-focused position with a clear pathway toward becoming an Assistant Engineering Manager. Health & Safety: Everyone’s Responsibility All employees are expected to prioritise health and safety by acting responsibly, considering the risks...

Engineering Supervisor (Progression to Assistant Engineering Manager) Location: Southport Salary: £48,344.85 per annum Purpose of the Role This role offers an exciting opportunity for an aspiring Assistant Engineering Manager to learn, grow, and support the Engineering Manager in delivering an efficient and effective engineering operation. The successful candidate will contribute to achieving operational targets set by Arriva UK Bus and the DVSA, ensuring vehicle availability and compliance, while maintaining budgetary and performance standards. You will play a key part in ensuring the garage consistently meets Peak Vehicle Requirement (PVR), operates within core KPI metrics, and maintains regulatory and safety compliance. This is a development-focused position with a clear pathway toward becoming an Assistant Engineering Manager. Health & Safety: Everyone’s Responsibility All employees are expected to prioritise health and safety by acting responsibly,...

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. VolkerStevin are looking to appoint a Commercial Manager out of the Preston area to take responsibility for our C2V Lake District portfolio. The Commercial Manager (CM) is accountable for the successful delivery of the business, covering business development, work winning, resourcing, project delivery, and client/subcontractor relationships. They provide high-level commercial and contractual support and report to, and are supported by, the Sector Commercial director (SCD). Role Overview Demonstrate a commitment to collaborative behaviour including developing effective...

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. VolkerStevin is seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor (MQS) to join its team based in the Warrington/Macclesfield area. Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager, the successful candidate will take the lead on all commercial and contractual aspects of assigned projects. The role also involves overseeing and managing a broader commercial team to ensure the successful delivery of each project. Role Overview: Lead and manage the commercial team on one or more projects as required to ensure successful delivery. Tender: Review and commercially assess the...