Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Technical Delivery Manager - Cloud Compliance & Financial Crime Platforms Location: London / Hybrid Contract: 6-month initial contract (likely extension) Rate: Competitive We are looking for an experienced Programme Manager to lead the delivery of strategic IT programmes focused...

Our client is a dynamic, fast growing data centre consultant operating both in the UK and internationally. They have grown rapidly and have earned a fantastic reputation across DC expansion projects, white space and hyper scale dc schemes To support these exciting schemes they are looking for an MEP Design Manager to join the team The Design Manager will oversee and coordinate the design aspects of construction projects from inception to completion. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that the design meets our client's requirements, adheres to regulatory standards, and offer value engineering solutions. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and the project team to develop and implement design strategies that align with project goals. Additionally, the Design Manager will coordinate with external designers for each project and report any design risks to the Projects Director. The ideal applicant will be from an Electrical or HVAC...

Astute's Nuclear & Defence team is looking to recruit a Commercial Manager on a contract basis, for essential defence works in London. The Commercial Manager role comes with a daily rate of 500- 600, depending on experience. Key skills required for the Commercial Manager role Strong background in commercial and procurement activities within the Defence sector. Ability to support competitive tender activity. Capable of engaging with varied stakeholders across programme and commercial functions. Must be DV Cleared. Location, day rate and timeframe of the Commercial Manager role Initial contract until March 2026, with likelihood of extension. Inside IR35. ASAP start. Full time, Monday-Friday. Location: London. On site. Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK...

Service Introduction Manager - Contract Outside IR35 - Hybrid Working - London A Service Introduction Manager needed for a major client who will be responsible for transitioning new and or updated services into a live operational environment, acting as the key liaison between project teams and operational stakeholders to ensure a seamless and stable handover. It will be focused on Security Services and applications into the business. This role involves managing the transition process, defining and verifying service acceptance criteria, mitigating risks, and ensuring operational teams are fully prepared to support the new service. Essential skills include strong project management, ITIL knowledge (particularly ITIL 3/4), and excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Key responsibilities Manage the transition process: Oversee the entire process of introducing a new or changed service into the live environment, ensuring a smooth transition with...

Technical Project Manager - 6 months - Hybrid (London) - Outside IR35 We are looking for a highly technical Project Manager to deliver a major migration from on-premise Privileged Access Security (PAS) solution to a cloud based solution. This role offers the opportunity to lead a high-profile security transformation within a complex, fast moving environment Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end migration from on-premise to cloud Develop and maintain project plans, RAID logs, and migration playbooks Coordinate technical delivery with technical engineers and internal teams Manage risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communication across all phases Oversee testing, validation, and cut-over activities with minimal disruption Ensure compliance with internal security Key Experience and Skills Proven experience managing IDAM and PAM migration projects Experience with Azure Virtual Desktop, CyberArk, Zscaler Background in IAM, privileged access controls, and...

Role Overview We are seeking one Senior Project Manager and one Project Manager to join our client-side team and lead Stage 3 of a major data centre program. This phase involves launching a single-stage competitive tender with at least two contractors for a mix of M&E major works , including BMS, fire, and security systems , in a live Tier 3 data centre environment . Key Responsibilities Client-Side Leadership: Represent the client's interests at all times, ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money. Tender Management: Prepare and launch Stage 3 tender process with multiple contractors. Project Delivery: Oversee M&E major works in a live data centre environment, ensuring SLA availability and Tier 3 compliance. Stakeholder Engagement: Manage client relationships, internal teams, and external contractors to ensure alignment and successful delivery. Scope & Drawings: Review and define project scope, demarcation, and...