Are you a highly skilled Site Engineer ready to make your mark on major infrastructure projects? If you thrive in an active site environment, have a relentless focus on safety, and want to be part of a team delivering critical works, this could be the perfect next assignment for you! Position Details Role: Site Engineer Location: Thurrock, Grays Rate: 450 Umbrella, Inside IR35 Contract Dates: ASAP to 31/03/2027 Key Responsibilities Health, Safety & Environment: You will ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm and support sustainability activities. You will also produce Task Briefing Sheets, carry out safety inspections, and contribute to Permits to Dig and Safe Systems of Work. Engineering Control: You will be responsible for setting out from primary control, providing sketches of setting out information, and maintaining survey equipment and testing regimes. You will also read drawings and specifications, and navigate design models using...

Are you a highly capable commercial professional looking to make an immediate impact on a fast-paced project that is picking up speed quickly? We are partnering with a leading international infrastructure group who are leading the transformation of our industry to meet the challenges of the future to recruit a driven Senior Quantity Surveyor. With a multitude of new packages kicking off soon, our client needs a strong candidate who can step in, assist the wider team, and oversee packages independently without needing too much hands-on help. This role is perfectly positioned to bridge the gap between the junior and senior teams on site. Role Highlights: Location: Grays, RM16 Hours: 8.5-hour workday, Mon to Fri Rate: 550 per day (umbrella rate) Contract: Immediate start running until 31/12/2026, with the potential for extension. Key Responsibilities: Support project development and delivery by providing contractual and commercial advice to the project...

Our client is seeking an experienced Revenues Professional for an Interim opportunity for a minimum period of 6 Months initially. The main duties of the role will be to provide effective management, guidance, and support to the Revenues Service. To appoint, train, and develop staff in and ensure compliance with all the Council's employment policies and procedures. You will be responsible for all activities associated with the billing, collection and recovery of Council Tax and Business Rates, and the collection and recovery of Sundry Debts and Housing Benefit Overpayments in accordance with current legislation. You must have prior experience of: 1. Tax Base, NDR 1 & 3, Delta QRC, and BEIS Grant reports, 2. Calculation and reconciliation of monthly Local Taxation collection rates, 3. Quarterly monitoring of Local Council Tax Support collection and Collection Rates, 4. Production of quarterly report on Debt Collection and NNDR Pooling You will also be...

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in Essex in the search for a Principal Planning Officer to join their Town Planning department on an initial 6 month contract (then rolling). We are looking for an experienced planner who is able to hit the ground running and be capable of working with minimum supervision, efficiently managing your workload and making a real contribution towards quality decision making. Accountabilities Lead on major planning applications Champion design excellence and compliance with national and local policies Drive innovation in dealing with major planning applications Build strong relationships with developers, councillors, and stakeholders The Experience You Will Bring Strong interpersonal skills for persuasion, influence, and relationship-building Ability to interpret complex data and provide strategic solutions Excellent written and verbal communication, including report writing and...

Site Engineer - Tunnelling & Heavy Civils Location: Dartford, Kent Start Date: 26th October Duration: Contract through to April 2027 (High potential for ongoing extension into 2028) Rate: 350 - 400 per day (Depending on experience) About the Role & Project Are you an experienced Site Engineer with a background in complex heavy civil engineering and underground infrastructure? We are currently partnering with a specialist subcontractor to deliver a major transport infrastructure scheme in the Dartford area. This high-profile civil engineering project involves constructing a new dedicated single-bore subterranean passage cut through challenging chalk spine geology, delivering vital sustainable transport and pedestrian access alongside surrounding site civils, ground support, and earthworks. This role offers long-term stability with guaranteed contract work through to April 2027, with strong potential for extension into 2028 across wider local regional masterplans....

Electrical Project Manager (Water Treatment Works) Location: Bexleyheath, Greater London / Kent Contract Rate: 450 - 500 per day (LTD - IR35 Determination Pending) Duration: 18 Months (AMP8 Framework) Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Project Overview We are seeking an experienced, Electrical-biased Project Manager to lead major electrical upgrades across an operational Water Treatment Works (WTW) in Bexleyheath. This 18-month contract offers long-term stability within the AMP8 investment cycle. You will take full end-to-end accountability for managing electrical packages-including Motor Control Centres (MCCs), high/low voltage power distribution, switchgear, cabling networks, chemical dosing systems, and instrumentation integration-from initial scope through to site installation, commissioning, and final client handover. Key Responsibilities Package & Delivery Management: Drive electrical workstreams to time and budget, ensuring installation and...

Site Engineer / Subagent (Underpass & Tunnelling Civils) Location: Dartford, Kent Contract Rate: 350 - 400 per day (Outside IR35) Working Pattern: 07:00 - 18:00 (Site-Based) Duration: 1 Year Contract (Long-Term Framework) Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Project Overview We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a major heavy civils and infrastructure project in Dartford. This is a secure 12-month contract delivering a 77m x 10m underpass structure . The scope involves Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) primary lining, secondary lining, waterproofing membranes, deep excavations, and heavy reinforced concrete work. Key Responsibilities Site Supervision & Engineering: Oversee daily operational delivery of the 77m underpass, coordinating SCL operations, primary/secondary lining, and waterproofing packages. Health & Safety Leadership: Enforce strict safety protocols within underground and enclosed working environments, review RAMS, and...

Quantity Surveyor x2 - Overhead Lines Projects Location: Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire (Hybrid - Minimum 3 Days on Site) Rate: Around 450 per day (Inside IR35 - Negotiable for the Right Candidate) Contract: Temporary Duration: 3rd August 2026 - 29th January 2027 Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 Search Recruitment's Transmission & Distribution team is currently recruiting for two experienced Quantity Surveyors to support a major Overhead Line (OHL) project with one of the UK's leading utility contractors. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy commercial team delivering critical transmission infrastructure works, supporting the commercial management of a high-profile National Grid project. The Role: Working alongside Senior Quantity Surveyors, Commercial Managers and Project Managers, you'll play a key role in ensuring commercial performance across the project, managing costs, subcontractors and contractual processes throughout the project lifecycle. Key...

We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to join one of our well-established clients in Stansted. Our client is a leading UK construction company specialising in RC frames, groundworks, civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities: Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of highways and infrastructure projects. Manage site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and key stakeholders. Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Oversee contract administration, commercial performance, and risk management. Develop and maintain project programmes, reporting regularly on progress and key milestones. Coordinate with clients, local authorities, utility providers, and design consultants. Drive compliance with HSE legislation, company procedures, and industry best practices. Identify opportunities for programme improvements, value engineering, and cost efficiencies. Support bid...

Job Title: Asset Investment Manager Location: Remote Contract Type: 6 months contract Our client, a key player in the utilities sector, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Asset Investment Manager to join their dynamic team. This exciting opportunity comes at a pivotal moment as the organisation leads the charge towards a fair energy transition, striving for net zero by 2050 while meeting the natural gas needs of today. About the Role: The Asset Investment Manager will play a crucial role in developing robust investment plans that support the organisation's strategic objectives. This position is integral to navigating the evolving energy landscape and ensuring that investment decisions are effectively communicated to both internal and external stakeholders. Key Accountabilities: Lead the development of robust Uncertainty Mechanism (UM) Engineering Justification documents, translating strategic objectives into actionable investment plans....

UiPath Automation Application Developer Location : London (Hybrid - 3 days per week onsite) Day Rate: 416/day Umbrella Duration : Up to 2 years for strong candidates Interviews: 2 stage process. 1st stage is face to face in London (this is essential) The Opportunity We're supporting a leading global financial services organisation in the search for an experienced UiPath Senior RPA Developer to join their established automation team. This is an opportunity to play a key role in designing, developing, deploying and supporting enterprise scale automation solutions that drive efficiency across the business. You'll work across the full automation lifecycle, partnering with business stakeholders and technical teams to deliver complex UiPath solutions within a large, highly regulated environment. The role offers a mix of hands on development, solution design, production support and continuous improvement initiatives, making it ideal for someone who enjoys owning...

Exciting Opportunity for a C++ Developer in Financial Services! Are you a talented C++ Developer ready to make an impact in the dynamic world of financial services? Join our client's innovative team in London and play a crucial role in shaping mission-critical projects! Position: C++ Developer Contract Length: 6 Months Working Pattern: 2 days per week in the office Daily rate: Circa 700 via Umbrella company Location: London What's in Store for You? As a C++ Developer, you will be part of a vibrant team that thrives on collaboration and technical excellence. You'll work closely with business users and analysts to ensure that our applications not only meet but exceed user expectations. Dive into the fast-paced environment of Sales & Trading, and contribute your expertise to both Front and Back Office software solutions! Your Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and support robust and scalable software for risk analysis, trade booking, valuation, and...

Job Title: Senior Commercial Manager - ICT Location: London/Hybrid (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration: 6 Months Daily Rate: £(Apply online only)/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside Security Clearance: will have to go through CTC My client has a requirement for an experienced Interim Senior Commercial Manager to support the delivery of multiple high-value procurement projects within the ICT category. The successful candidate will be assigned a defined portfolio of Digital projects and will bring strong commercial acumen, operational procurement expertise, and proven experience managing complex public sector tenders. They will have PA23 Comp Flex experience and expertise- as well as the ability to lead, with support. Minimum Requirement: Extensive experience in operational procurement within the ICT category, ideally across both products and services, including Networks Services, Infrastructure and SaaS. Ideally MCIPS qualified or equivalent...

Astute's Contract team is partnering with a UK District Heating / Utilities Infrastructure company to recruit a Site Manager on a 12-month contract for its Clapham, London site. The Site Manager role comes with a day rate of 350- 450 per day. The IR35 determination has not been confirmed yet however, it's likely to be Outside IR35. This role requires an ASAP start - candidates with over a month notice period will not be considered. Key Skills required for the Site Manager role: 5+ years in a site management or supervision position within the civils, utilities or infrastructure industry A successful track record of full project delivery including overseeing the civils, mechanical and electrical works Able to review and approve RAMS, permit to works including excavation, lifting, confined space and hot works Qualifications Required: Must haves: SMSTS CSCS or Supervisor Card First Aid NRSWA Supervisor card UK drivers license Desirables: Temporary works...

Job Title: Senior Statistician Location : Remote Contract Duration: 6 Months Daily Rate: £600/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside ESSENTIAL: ecological statistical knowledge The programme is looking to bring in a Senior Statistician role to help unlock the value of the long-term data sets collected by undertaking rigorous, iterative analysis. It will support development of a revised monitoring design, a key 2026/27 priority, ensuring that future data collection is efficient, targeted, and statistically robust. About The Candidate (specialist skills & requirements): Key Tasks Provide statistical leadership for the programme, undertaking complex statistical analysis to help meet its primary objectives. Unlock the value of long-term datasets by thorough rigorous, iterative analysis. Analysis of complex, multi-pressure ecological datasets, required to identify causal drivers of ecosystem change. Develop a revised monitoring design to...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Freelance M25 Corridor / Central London £500 £550 per day Inside IR35 Tired of being stuck on the same project? Take your commercial experience across a major infrastructure portfolio. This is an opportunity to work across multiple civil engineering and infrastructure projects throughout the M25 corridor and central London, giving you exposure to different project teams, commercial challenges and opportunities to make a tangible impact on project performance. You'll be joining an established infrastructure contractor with a substantial pipeline of secured work, specialist in-house delivery capabilities and a reputation built on delivering complex projects across the UK. With a day rate of £500 £550 inside IR35, this freelance opportunity could suit a Senior Quantity Surveyor who enjoys being close to project delivery, influencing commercial decisions and finding opportunities others might miss. More than just keeping the numbers straight You'll have a...

Contract Resident Engineer / Site Engineer - Civil & Structural Location: Essex / East London Rate: 300- 400 per day Contract: Freelance / Contract I'm working with a specialist civil and structural engineering consultancy focused on maritime infrastructure, including ports, quays and large-scale waterfront structures. They are looking for a Resident Engineer / Site Engineer to support a major infrastructure project in the Thames Estuary area. The Role This position will be split approximately 50% between the site and the office , acting as the link between the construction works and the engineers responsible for the design. You'll help ensure construction is being carried out in accordance with the engineering design, identify and communicate technical issues, and work closely with the design team to resolve queries as they arise. Responsibilities will include: Monitoring construction works to ensure compliance with engineering drawings,...

12 month contract Corporate Compensation Human Resources Global Financial Services - 5 days a week in the office . The Role We are seeking a Compensation Associate to join a high-profile Corporate Compensation team on a maternity-cover basis. Working across firmwide functions, you will provide analysis, advice and practical support on compensation strategy, governance and delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical HR, compensation or finance professional to build broad stakeholder exposure within a leading global financial services organisation. Key Responsibilities Support compensation activity across new hire offers, promotions, transfers, budget allocation, forecasting and retention of key talent. Analyse business and compensation challenges, identify root causes and develop clear, commercially focused solutions. Produce compensation models, analysis and senior-ready recommendations to support effective decision-making. Advise HR business partners on...

Job Title: Lead Integrated Management System (IMS) Analyst Location: Based in our Suffolk or London office with hybrid working available Rate up to 410PAYE / 564 Umbrella Job Purpose The purpose of the role is to provide technical expertise to the Integrated Management System (IMS) team. Working within the IMS team, the Lead IMS Analyst supports the SZC organisation to update and publish documents within a highly regulated environment. This is a demanding post requiring excellent communication and organisational skills combined with pro-active approach to the diverse workload. The role of a Lead IMS Analyst will have primary responsibility for developing and refining procedures for the Sizewell C (SZC) project. This encompasses supporting the development of new procedures and updating or retiring existing ones. This requires effective management of the procedure work pipeline utilising excellent organisational and prioritisation skills. Collaboration with stakeholders...

Design Manager (Water Infrastructure) Location: Kingston upon Thames (50% On-Site / 50% Remote) Contract Rate: 500 - 550 per day (LTD / Outside IR35) Duration: 6 - 12 Months Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Project Overview We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to oversee design delivery for a major Sewage Treatment Works (STW/WwTW) upgrade project based in Kingston upon Thames. This contract offers a 50/50 hybrid working model (split evenly between on-site presence in Kingston and remote work). You will act as the key technical interface between external water infrastructure, MEICA, and process design consultants, client stakeholders, and site operations teams-ensuring design packages are delivered on schedule, fully compliant, and optimized for safe constructability on an active sewage treatment facility. Key Responsibilities Design Package Management: Manage multi-disciplinary design deliverables (water infrastructure packages, reinforced...