Test & Commissioning Manager with a Automation/Manufacturing & Engineering background only, no IT £380 - £400 per day per hour (Outside IR35) Initial 6-month contract (Monday to Friday ) CSCS / ECS Card Required You will be responsible for the following: • Develop and execute testing strategies and documentation, including Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), Tests on Completion, and Performance Tests. • Plan and conduct on-site testing, both internally and in customer-witnessed scenarios. • Ensure delivered systems meet as sold specifications and align with customer needs. Escalate any identified gaps to the Lead System Integration Manager (SIM). • Validate safety systems, material flow, and messaging between PLC and WMS/WCS systems. • Own and manage the testing issue punch list using tools like Jira, including prioritising, resolving, and escalating issues. • Work closely with stakeholders to re-test and confirm defect resolution. • Conduct volume and stress...

Commissioning Manager - Leeds Leeds Start ASAP Rate Negotiable CIS / LTD / PAYE Available We are currently looking for an experienced Commissioning Manager to join a project in Leeds with an immediate start available. The role will involve: Managing commissioning planning and documentation Overseeing paperwork and compliance requirements for commissioning engineers Acting as the main point of contact for subcontractors Coordinating commissioning activities to ensure project milestones are achieved Liaising with site teams and stakeholders throughout the commissioning process Previous commissioning management experience is essential. Contact Tyla on (phone number removed) for more information or to apply. Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

Astute's Power Team are partnering with a Leading EPC Contractor within the Energy Sector. We are currently recruiting for a HV Electrical Commissioning Engineer to join their Open Cycle Gas Turbine project based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire. The HV Electrical Commissioning Engineer position comes with a day rate from 550.00 to 575.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Lead and coordinate all high-voltage (HV) commissioning activities associated with the 298MW OCGT plant, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient delivery in line with project milestones. Execute detailed HV commissioning plans, switching schedules, and energisation procedures, aligned with the overall project commissioning strategy and grid connection programme. Supervise and manage pre-commissioning and commissioning of HV systems, including GIS/AIS switchgear, power transformers, generator step-up (GSU) transformers, protection & control systems, and grid interface...

Astute's Power Division are partnering with a leader EPC Contractor in the UK Power sector, and are currently recruiting for a C&I Commissioning Engineer to join their fast paced team on their Combined Cycle Synchronised condenser based in Pembroke on a 3 months initial contract. The C&I Commissioning Engineer position comes with a day rate from 500.00 to 550.00 per day outside of IR35. Key Skills and responsibilities for the C&I Commissioning Engineer position: Hands-on execution and management of I&C commissioning activities for a gas power project in UK, until successful handover to the customer. The scope of activities will be: Hands-on commissioning of electrical components and instruments such as motorized and pneumatic valves, instruments, transmitters, loop checks, etc. Carrying out testing on instrumentation against the whole loop (DCS to field), as well as system optimization and troubleshooting and filling-in the respective commissioning...

M&E Project Manager Blackfriars, London £500 per day Ltd Company Rail Construction Project We are currently recruiting for an experienced M&E Project Manager to support the delivery of rail construction works based near Blackfriars, London. This role would suit someone with a strong background delivering mechanical and electrical packages within rail or infrastructure environments who is comfortable managing works through installation, coordination, and commissioning phases. Working closely with site teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders, you will be responsible for ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme requirements. The role will involve managing day-to-day M&E activities on-site, coordinating subcontractors, resolving technical issues, monitoring progress, and maintaining strong communication across the wider construction team. We are looking to speak with candidates who have previous experience...

Role: Project Manager - Electrical Position: Contract Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Duration: 12 Months Rolling Rate: Circa 400 p/d PAYE + 36 days annual leave Circa 540 p/d Umbrella Job Purpose / Overview The Project Manager has the responsibility to ensure delivery of all (or part of) the engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction, and commissioning activities for the life cycle of the contract or work package in accordance with the overall Project schedule. The PM will ensure planning and delivery is in accordance with all safety, quality, time, and cost parameters to meet the needs of the Project. The PM will report directly to the Head of Site Operations and is responsible for the direction of activities associated with the full life cycle delivery of a contract or work package assigned to them. Principal Accountabilities Assist in securing the required resources to meet their project requirements, ensuring the maintenance of SQEP for any...

Senior Project Engineer (Civils) Location London, United Kingdom Overview We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Project Engineer (Civils) to support the successful delivery of major rail and infrastructure projects. The role will provide engineering leadership, assurance, and governance throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that all design, construction, testing, and commissioning activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable legislation, industry standards, and company procedures. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing engineering assurance activities, supporting project teams, and ensuring technical excellence across complex civil engineering works. Key Responsibilities Engineering Leadership & Assurance Lead and manage the application of appropriate engineering standards across all project design and construction activities. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, Network Rail...

Site Manager - Construction Location: Swindon Rate: 30 - 33 per hour CIS Hours: Monday to Friday Duration: Approx. 4 weeks Start Date : ASAP We are looking for an experienced Site Manager to join a project in Swindon and help drive it through its final stages to completion. This is a hands on role overseeing day to day site activities, coordinating contractors, ensuring health and safety standards are maintained, and supporting commissioning, snagging, and handover activities. The project has a strong mechanical focus, including conveyors and materials handling equipment, so experience within industrial, manufacturing, logistics, warehouse, or mechanical installation environments would be highly beneficial. Key Responsibilities: - Manage day to day site operations - Coordinate contractors and site activities - Ensure work is completed safely and on schedule - Drive project completion and resolve snagging issues - Support commissioning and final handover to the...

Estates Project Manager Location: Manchester and surrounding areas Contract Type: Contract About the Role Guidant Global is supporting our client in recruiting a talented Project Manager (Estates) to play a key role in delivering accommodation and infrastructure projects that support organisational strategy and evolving operational needs. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects including refurbishments, extensions, and new-build developments across UK hubs and overseas locations. With a strong and growing pipeline of high-value projects, you will contribute to the delivery of modern, secure, and inclusive buildings that have a direct and lasting impact on the workforce. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary project team, collaborating with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and consultants to deliver complex and visible programmes. No two projects are the same, offering a varied and professionally rewarding environment with...

Network Infrastructure Project Manager 15 Month duration Start ASAP - June (within 2 weeks notice) Outside IRpd Remote Highly skilled Project Manager to lead a mission-critical enterprise-wide network transformation program for a UK Client The PM will be responsible for the e2e delivery of: - Data Centre/Co-location: Establishing and commissioning new co-location facilities/data centres to host core network infrastructure. - Core Network and WAN: Designing and implementing a new Wide Area Network (WAN) connecting core sites, optimized for high throughput, low latency, and reliability requirements specific to a major content production enterprise. - Cloud and Internet Connectivity: Establishing resilient, high-speed network connectivity to major Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) and global Internet access points. - LAN/WLAN Build-out: Overseeing the design and deployment of new Local Area Network (LAN) and Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) infrastructure across all...

Manufacturing Project Manager Automation Integration Engineer Location: Coleshill Rate: £450 - £500 Per Day Contract Length: Initial 6 Month Contract Start Date: Immediate Are you an experienced Automation Integration Engineer, Manufacturing Project Manager or Industrialisation Specialist with a track record of delivering complex automated production systems? My client is seeking a high-calibre contractor to support the integration, commissioning and optimisation of a major new production line. This is a critical project within a growing £200m manufacturing group and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on production performance, automation capability and operational excellence. The Project A semi-automated production process is currently in operation, while a fully automated production line is being installed and commissioned. The challenge is to improve process capability, increase yield, achieve stable production output and optimise overall...

Astute's Power team are looking to recruit an Site based Project Scheduler on a 24-month contract for a project in Cheshire from October 2026. Key skills Develop, maintain, and update Site System Time Schedules, integrating construction, M&E, and commissioning activities. Monitor and report schedule performance using CPM and Float Management, identifying risks and opportunities. Coordinate schedules across internal teams, subcontractors, clients, and consortium partners, resolving issues proactively. Provide weekly/monthly progress reports, including S-curves, supporting the Construction Manager with on-site data collection. Maintain an as-built schedule, comparing baseline vs actual progress, and recommend improvements to prevent delays. Must hold a degree in either Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) Must hold Project Scheduler experience in heavy/industrial sectors and projects, ideally EfW / Power generation. Must have strong skill sets within...

Astute's Power team are looking to recruit an Project Scheduler on a 24-month contract for a project in Wisbech from June 2026. Key skills Develop, maintain, and update Site System Time Schedules, integrating construction, M&E, and commissioning activities. Monitor and report schedule performance using CPM and Float Management, identifying risks and opportunities. Coordinate schedules across internal teams, subcontractors, clients, and consortium partners, resolving issues proactively. Provide weekly/monthly progress reports, including S-curves, supporting the Construction Manager with on-site data collection. Maintain an as-built schedule, comparing baseline vs actual progress, and recommend improvements to prevent delays. Must hold a degree in either Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) Must hold Project Scheduler experience in heavy/industrial sectors and projects, ideally EfW / Power generation. Must have strong skill sets within MS, MS Projects...

Scada Engineer - Onshore Substation 2-year contract Outside IR35 Key Qualifications Client witness/support the delivery of the HV/Substation and WTG SCADA systems during the construction and commissioning phase of the project supporting Onshore and/or Offshore systems. This will cover the hardware and software interfaces for the whole project, from HVDC systems to WTGs, which cover: LAN systems (Process, Scada, Server, Subsystem, Client, Operator, DMZ) Pole Control systems Converter control system DC protection DC Measuring system AC protection Bay control units HMI and fault reporting operation (design already finalised) Communication/LAN systems OT cyber security Systems such as fire alarm, PECG, Cooling system etc. Fibre Optic and other cable communication infrastructure - between onshore and offshore - overseeing installation of the cable, including hygiene, patching and correct install. Client witness/support for acceptance tests (FAT/SAT) to...

Techniche Global are supporting an engineering defence contractor to appoint a Resident Civil/Structural Engineer to join their Major Infrastructure Projects programme at Devonport Dockyard in Plymouth. The primary purpose of the role is to provide advice and support to the Implementation Design Manager in ensuring the delivery of high-quality assets through witnessing and recording the physical works on site throughout the course of the Implementation phase and ensure the Design Intent is maintained. Rate: up to £65p/hr UMB inside IR35 Location: Plymouth- 100% onsite Duration: 12 months initially, 35 hrs per week Requirements: sole UK nationals who have lived and worked in the Uk for the past 5 years Key responsibilities: Assist the Construction and Project team by providing advice and communicating with contractors and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve site issues/ Technical Queries during construction in line with contract timescales. Co-ordinate...

Astute is partnering with a renewable energy business in the anaerobic digestion sector who're looking for a Project Manager / Project Engineer on a 6-month contract to manage a small programme of works on an operational biogas site. The Project Manager / Project Engineer role comes with a day rate of up to 400 (Outside IR35). I'm particularly interested to speak to people with electrical or mechanical commissioning experience. Key skills Managing a programme of works around the commissioning of a CO2 recovery system Managing contractors on site, ensuring they're delivering as per the scope Ensuring the project is tracking on time and on budget Project administration duties, including progress reporting, documentation updates, meeting coordination, and maintaining accurate commissioning and project records. Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Contract Project Manager role Dungannon Outside IR35 Immediate Start Up to 400 a day (Ltd) Astute People...

This is a Client side opportunity for an M&E Project Manger working within a Client Side Construction Projects team for a significant Data Centre owner / operator. This is a live data centre and a busy role whereby you will be Project Managing various building services upgrades and retrofits on site KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Can hold others accountable. Stake holder management. Drive efficiencies in the program. Able to deliver under pressure and look for opportunities. MEP background comfortable managing contractors, consultants. Good communication skills able to work with client side internal operations teams and get the best from them. Strong experience in data centres, live DC environments and maintaining SLA availability tier 3 requirements. Strong Admin skills understanding of audit trails and developing/working to process. Methodical and effective in decisions. Able to report up blockers issues next steps and recommendations and track weekly progress. Solution...

MEICA Lead / Project Manager (Slough) Rate: 450 - 500 per day (LTD) Start: ASAP Duration: Minimum 2027 Finish Project Overview We are seeking a MEICA Lead at Project Manager level to oversee the planning, delivery, and commissioning of multiple water design and infrastructure upgrade projects. This is a long-term contract running until at least 2027, requiring a professional who can fully manage the MEICA lifecycle across a portfolio of local schemes. You will be responsible for coordinating designers, site teams, and subcontractors, ensuring all interfaces, outages, and risk factors are managed within budget and programme constraints. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership: Lead, manage, and develop the MEICA and commissioning strategies across the project portfolio from design through to completion. Technical Compliance: Review subcontract Technical Specifications and Appendices against water industry specifications, British Standards, and WIMES....

Interim Learning & Development Commissioning Lead 12 months FTC Birmingham 36K to 46K Large Scale Business Gleeson Recruitment Group is partnering with a large, complex business to recruit an experienced Interim Learning & Development Commissioning Lead on a 12-month fixed-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a learning and organisational development professional with strong commissioning, supplier management and stakeholder engagement experience to play a key role in shaping workforce capability and organisational performance. This role is mainly office based for the duration of the contract out of their offices in Birminghm. The Opportunity Reporting into the Head of Organisational Development, you will lead the commissioning, management and evaluation of externally delivered learning and development programmes, ensuring investment in learning delivers measurable business impact, exceptional learner experiences and value for money. Working across...

Senior Procurement Specialists (Social Care) Paisley (Hybrid) £51,647 - £54,786 (Grade 10) Opportunities for Permanent and 24 month FTC Scotland Excel is the Centre of Procurement Expertise for local government in Scotland. Established in 2008, they are a leading public sector shared service and operate as a non-profit organisation funded by Scotland's 32 local authorities. Scotland Excel has a contract portfolio that supports the delivery of a wide range of essential public services provided by councils and includes contracts for social care. This is designed to maximise the value of council spending through efficiency and innovation and their contracts also facilitate national and local policy priorities, support the local economy, and generate additional social value for Scotland's communities. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Procurement Specialist to work within Scotland Excel's Social Care procurement team and lead on the provision of procurement and...