Are you looking to spearhead a nationally significant infrastructure project? An experienced and commercially astute Project Director with a strong infrastructure background is required to lead the successful delivery of a major infrastructure and structural engineering project in Plymouth. This senior leadership role will oversee large-scale civil engineering packages including substructures, reinforced concrete frames, complex temporary works, and associated infrastructure works. The Project Director will be accountable for project performance across safety, programme, commercial outcomes, quality, and client satisfaction while leading high-performing project teams. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Provide strategic leadership across heavy civils and structural packages. Set clear delivery objectives aligned with company and client expectations. Lead multidisciplinary teams including Project Managers, Engineers, Commercial Managers, and Site Teams. Foster...

Astute's Power Team is partnering with a leading energy company to recruit a Procurement Officer for its CCGT site in Plymouth. The Procurement Officer role comes with a competitive starting salary and the opportunity to work in a hybrid capacity after probation. If you're an experienced procurement professional, who is confident negotiating contracts and understands procurement principals then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Procurement Officer role Reporting to the Procurement Manager you will: Source and procure goods and services to deliver optimal value for money while meeting service and quality requirements. Manage the full procurement lifecycle, from tendering and negotiation through to contract delivery and performance monitoring. Conduct competitive tender processes in line with company procurement policies and governance frameworks. Negotiate commercial and contractual terms to balance value, quality, and risk. Build...

We're supporting a leading specialist civil engineering and reinforced concrete contractor with the appointment of a Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team. The business delivers complex RC frame, groundworks and structural packages across high-profile projects in the South West. This role offers the opportunity to take commercial ownership of major packages on technically demanding schemes, working within a well-structured and experienced commercial function. The Role Reporting into a Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for the full commercial lifecycle of your project(s), from procurement through to final account. Key duties include: Managing subcontract procurement and package buy-out Administering contracts (NEC predominantly, JCT where applicable) Valuations, variations, change control and cost reporting Producing and managing CVRs and forecasts Leading subcontractor negotiations and final accounts Liaising closely with...

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in delivering a nationally significant infrastructure project? An experienced and detail-driven Planner with a strong infrastructure background is required to support the successful delivery of a major infrastructure and structural engineering project in Plymouth. This is a key project-based role responsible for developing, managing, and monitoring robust programmes across large-scale civil engineering packages, including substructures, reinforced concrete frames, complex temporary works, and associated infrastructure works. The Planner will be instrumental in driving programme certainty, supporting commercial objectives, and ensuring the project team has clear visibility of progress, risks, and recovery strategies. Key Responsibilities Programme Development & Management Develop and maintain detailed construction programmes using industry-standard planning software (Primavera P6 or equivalent). Produce baseline programmes aligned...