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...

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...

Digital Portfolio Manager Role Summary Day Rate: 575- 650 per day Contract Length: 3 Months Extension Potential: Possible Location: London, Bristol or Manchester Working Arrangement: Predominantly remote Clearance: BPSS Overview This opportunity sits within Government Digital Enablement (GDE) and will support the Service Transformation portfolio across several strategically important programmes and services. The successful candidate will play a key role in establishing and embedding a new Portfolio Office capability across multiple digital and transformation functions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys introducing structure into evolving environments and helping organisations mature their portfolio management capabilities. Hiring Manager Insight The most important aspect of this role is portfolio office establishment. Ben is specifically interested in candidates who have experience creating portfolio functions, governance structures...

We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to join one of our well-established clients in Central London. Our client is a leading UK construction company specialising in structures, groundworks, and demolition works. Key Responsibilities: Manage projects from mobilisation through to handover. Lead site teams, engineers and subcontractors to achieve programme milestones. Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with health, safety and environmental standards. Oversee project budgets, procurement and cost control. Coordinate temporary works, demolition sequencing and structural alteration activities. Develop and monitor project programmes and recovery plans where required. Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants and local authorities. Chair progress meetings and provide regular project reporting. Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure quality standards and compliance requirements are maintained...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Contract Job Type: Contract - 6 Months Start date: ASAP Location: Teddington Working Arrangements: Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week on site Hours: 36 hours per week Rate: 45-55/hr Outside IR35 The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading scientific and engineering organisation in Teddington. You will be responsible for the end-to-end mechanical design of precision instruments, test equipment and measurement systems, translating customer requirements into robust, manufacturable solutions. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate with scientists, engineers, project managers, manufacturing teams and suppliers to deliver high-quality designs to cost and programme requirements. Key Responsibilities Design and develop precision mechanical systems and equipment. Produce 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings. Interpret customer and technical...

Behavioural Transformation Coach £550 - £600 per day - Inside IR35 3 months initial - Strong scope to extend London - Two / Three days per week on site We are working with a household name who are looking for several behavioural transformation coaches who can help enable teams and leaders to evolve before introducing structured delivery methodologies. The roles sit at the intersection of behavioural coaching, organisational change, and early-stage delivery maturity. Core Purpose of the Roles Support early-stage transformation environments that are not yet Agile mature Drive behavioural and cultural change before process/methodology adoption Enable teams to function effectively without heavy central delivery roles Act as coaches to leadership, across delivery teams in behavioural change Key Requirements Strong Coaching Background (critical) Proven experience in behavioural change, psychology or leadership coaching Ideally from a...

Interim Senior Finance Manager High-Growth D2C Subscription Business London/Hybrid Harmonic are delighted to be partnering with a high-growth, investor-backed D2C subscription business in their search for an Interim Senior Finance Manager on a 6 month contract, who has strong experience owning month-end and leading an external audit. The business has scaled quickly to a team of several hundred and handles a high volume of customer payments. With the year-end audit approaching, they need an experienced finance professional to keep financial control tight and lead the audit preparation, providing cover while a permanent appointment is made. This opportunity will suit someone with strong technical accounting and audit experience who is happy to be hands-on, cares about controls and process, and can get up to speed quickly. The Role Working closely with the Director of Finance and the FP&A team, you will own the month-end close, day-to-day finance operations and the...

Google Cloud Platform Developer/Architect - Contract Location: London - 5 days on-site Contract: 6 months initially, with potential extension Start Date: Immediate IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Damia Group is a specialist Talent Solution Provider partnering with leading organisations across technology, financial services, defence and other highly regulated industries. We are currently supporting a major organisation with the appointment of an experienced Google Cloud Platform Architect to join a high-performing engineering and cloud platform team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Cloud Architect / Platform Engineer to work on complex, enterprise-scale cloud-native environments, influencing architectural decisions and helping shape cloud engineering standards across multiple teams. The role requires someone who can combine deep hands-on engineering expertise with strong architectural thinking , while being comfortable working with senior...

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a leading engineering and automation business delivering complex projects across infrastructure, logistics, transportation, and industrial sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the commercial management of large-scale engineering projects, ensuring effective contract administration, cost control, risk management, and financial performance throughout the project life cycle. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams, customers, subcontractors, and key stakeholders to support the successful delivery of high-value projects while protecting the commercial interests of the business. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial management of complex engineering projects, ensuring effective cost control and risk mitigation. Administer and manage contracts with customers and subcontractors, ensuring contractual obligations are met and commercial risks are appropriately managed....

Interim Financial Controller Energy Infrastructure Scale-Up London / Hybrid The Client Harmonic is delighted to be partnering with a fast-growing, fund-backed UK energy infrastructure business. The group delivers critical infrastructure and services to customers across the UK and is playing an active part in the energy transition. With the business scaling quickly and becoming more complex, finance has a central role to play in supporting the next stage of growth. The Role Reporting into the CFO, the Interim Financial Controller will lead the Financial Reporting & Control and Operational Finance team of four (two direct reports, two indirect) for an initial three to four months while a permanent appointment is made. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a steady, experienced pair of hands. The team is capable and knows its systems, so the priority is to take day-to-day management off the CFO, keep the monthly reporting cycle on track and support...