We are recruiting for a Design Manager to join a regional contractor based in Portsmouth on a part time freelance basis - you will be paid a day rate and expected work will be 2-3 days a week dependent on workload. The role is to work on schemes from bid stages and then through the detailed 2nd stage before helping set them up before they go onto site and helping build and deliver the scheme so bid it, win it, 2nd stage it then take to site and deliver it - full life cycle of the project. The schmes range for 100k up to 5 million are mainly framework led through SCF, DFE and local authority and are new build and refurbishment works on schools, universities, hospitals, care homes along with some retail and industrial schemes. They are looking for either Design Managers who are semi retired and want to keep their eye and skills in or long term freelancers who have 2-3 days a week spare capacity. Apply on line or give me a call to discuss in more detail Randstad...

VAN DRIVERS NEEDED WITH IMMEDIATE START! EARN £800+ PER WEEK! 1 OR 2 DROPS PER DAY! NEXT DAY PAYMENTS! DRIVER AGENT are the UK's Fastest Growing company specialising in Van Drivers We are looking for delivery drivers in ALL AREAS of the UK to deliver parcels from 1 Depot to another Previous experience is not required and we can have you set up and ready to work within days from applying. You will be working with some of the largest courier companies in the UK with work available to you 7 days per week. The benefits to this oppertunity; Daily payments of up to £500 depending on mileage completed Payments are made the following working day after completing a run There is work available 7 days a week, all year round. Work to your own schedule, you decide how many and which days you work Fixed routes can be planned with the customer Collections and Deliveries to and from all areas of England, Wales and Scotland There is no parcel scanning or sorting...

We are seeking an experienced Data Analyst to support a major transformation programme in a successful national business on an urgent interim basis. This is a hands-on role focused on analysing, cleansing and preparing large volumes of commercial and financial data to support the successful transition to a new business platform. Key Details Location: Whiteley Hybrid: 2-3 days in office p/w Salary: £(Apply online only) p/d (outside IR35) Contract: 6-12 months Key Responsibilities Analyse, validate and reconcile large datasets across multiple business systems. Lead data cleansing activities to improve accuracy, consistency and overall data quality. Extract and interrogate data using SQL to identify trends, anomalies and migration requirements. Work closely with stakeholders to define data structures, mappings and business rules. Support testing, validation and reporting activities throughout the transformation programme. Requirements Proven experience...

VAN DRIVERS NEEDED WITH IMMEDIATE START! EARN £800+ PER WEEK! 1 OR 2 DROPS PER DAY! NEXT DAY PAYMENTS! DRIVER AGENT are the UK's Fastest Growing company specialising in Van Drivers We are looking for delivery drivers in ALL AREAS of the UK to deliver parcels from 1 Depot to another Previous experience is not required and we can have you set up and ready to work within days from applying. You will be working with some of the largest courier companies in the UK with work available to you 7 days per week. The benefits to this oppertunity; Daily payments of up to £500 depending on mileage completed Payments are made the following working day after completing a run There is work available 7 days a week, all year round. Work to your own schedule, you decide how many and which days you work Fixed routes can be planned with the customer Collections and Deliveries to and from all areas of England, Wales and Scotland There is no parcel scanning or sorting...

Site Manager (Water Infrastructure / ECI) Location: Eastleigh Rate: 550 per day (PAYE Only) Start: ASAP Duration: Long-term opportunity (Two Phased Delivery) Project Overview We are seeking an experienced and technically minded Site Manager to join a major water infrastructure scheme in Eastleigh. This is a secure, long-term opportunity split into two distinct phases, beginning with crucial Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) works. The project involves the construction and upgrade of deep water assets, specifically focusing on complex concrete basins, storage tanks, and large-diameter high-pressure pipework packages. We need a robust site leader who can add value during the pre-construction phase and seamlessly transition to driving physical delivery on the ground. Key Responsibilities ECI & Pre-Construction Phase: Participate in the Early Contractor Involvement stage, reviewing design buildability, identifying project risks, and advising on...

Location: Hampshire (On-site, Full-Time) Contract Type: Contract Project Type: Major Infrastructure (Tier 1 Highways) Reporting to: Lead Ecologist Are you an experienced Ecologist looking to make an impact on a major infrastructure project? We are partnering with a Tier 1 Main Contractor to recruit a team of dedicated Ecological Clerks of Works (ECoW) and General Ecologists for a high-profile highways scheme in Hampshire. Working closely under the direction of a Lead Ecologist, you will play a vital role in ensuring environmental compliance, protecting local biodiversity, and keeping a major engineering project on track. Key Responsibilities Act as the on-site ECoW, providing ecological mitigation, tool-box talks, and watching briefs for construction crews. Conduct robust ecological surveys, specifically focusing on nesting birds, bats, and dormice. Collaborate with the site engineering teams to ensure working methods align with environmental permits and legislation....

DV Cleared Infrastructure Tester - 6 months+ extensions, 500- 600pd DOE - Full time on site (Hampshire) Looking for a High Level clearance/ DV Cleared Tester with good knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, together with the experience of working within a multi-disciplined engineering team. You will leverage your knowledge of integration frameworks to support the continuous integration, deployment, and testing of new features across complex environments. Hands on experience in infrastructure engineering, including the testing, deployment, and maintenance of robust, scalable systems. Direct experience testing and integrating any of the following: Identity and access management (IDAM) systems including role based access control (RBAC) Public key infrastructure (PKI) Server monitoring, audit and patch deployment Key Duties and Responsibilities Running manual tests using the project approved tools. Interpretation of test results and preliminary investigation...

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Design Manager with specialist water industry expertise to join a tier-one engineering leader. In this role, you will lead the design function for a major, high-profile water supply works upgrade in the Hampshire area, focused on enhancing local water resilience, pumping stations, and large-scale filtration assets. This is a long-term contract position that can pay outside ir35. The Role As Design Manager, you will take full ownership of the design process from initial concept through to construction handover, ensuring all solutions are innovative, cost-effective, and fully compliant. Your day-to-day will involve: Design Leadership: Managing and coordinating multi-disciplinary design teams (process, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering) to ensure a fully integrated project delivery. Programme & Delivery: Driving the design programme to meet critical milestones, managing design risks, and ensuring...

Marketing Assistant (Part-Time) 12-16 hours per week We're looking for a motivated and organised Marketing Assistant to support our small team with day to day marketing activities and content delivery. This is a great opportunity for someone who is keen to build hands on experience in B2B marketing and technology. Key Responsibilities Manage and schedule content across LinkedIn Support and run email marketing campaigns Create marketing collateral including: Product sheets One-pagers Digital assets Case studies Provide general administrative support to the team as needed About You Strong written communication skills with the ability to write clearly and confidently Well-organised and able to manage multiple tasks effectively Interest in B2B marketing and technology Some experience with social media management or email marketing Comfortable using design tools such as Canva, InDesign, or similar Reliable Office Angels is an...

Job Title: Engineering Manager - DV Location: Aldermaston, Reading (100% on site) Contract Duration : 18 Months Daily Rate : £63.57/hr (Umbrella) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: DV clearance & Sole Uk National Essential: Sole UK National Location able to commit to 100% onsite attendance Stakeholder management Significant experience delivering engineering or infrastructure programmes in highly regulated environments, ensuring compliance with stringent safety, security, and quality requirements. Proven capability in leading and contributing to technical design reviews, ensuring engineering solutions are robust, compliant, and aligned with established governance frameworks. Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks and assurance processes, with the ability to ensure engineering outputs meet organisational and industry standards. Desirable: Background in construction, utilities, or major build programmes, particularly where engineering...

Job Title : Resource Manager - SC Location: Aldermaston, Reading (2 days / week on site) Contract Duration : 12 Months Rate: £63.55/hr (Umbrella) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC clearance Key Accountabilities: Assess, plan and deliver assigned workstream(s) (i.e. Professional Development, Future Careers, Learning and Training), cognisant of requirements of all disciplines within P3M Function. Advise on and make recommendations on how to further the aims and objectives of the workstreams within People Development, so as to continually improve, optimise our offering, and become more efficient, as a service area within the ePMO Collaborate with Professional Bodies and Industry Partners to ensure P3M capability is industry leading and aligned to best practise. Lead, coach and develop a team at a local level to deliver team and personal objectives, thereby helping realise the intended benefits of the P3M People Capability Strategy .• Maintain and...

Job Title: Planner - SC Location: Aldermaston, Reading (2 days / week on site) Contract Duration : 6 Months Daily Rate : £59.94/hr (Umbrella circa) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC clearance The delivery of the complete planning capability within the business by maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). Supporting the Task Manager with business rhythms, schedule integrity, network analysis, Earned Value and communications with the program and business teams. Providing Planning expertise to internal customers within the projects supported. Implementing Planning processes, policies and procedures within the projects supported. Producing Planning and EV deliverables in accordance with agreed business rhythm within the projects. Deliver of long range operational integrated Programme Planning activities. Supporting the Business Management Manager with emergent projects as directed by Business Controller. Developing and maintaining...

Commissioning Engineer Water & Wastewater Location: Southern Water Region, UK Contract Type: Contract About CMDP+ CMDP+ has secured the AMP8 Capital Programme Strategic Delivery Partner Framework with Southern Water, continuing the successful joint venture between Costain and MWH Treatment. Between , CMDP+ will deliver critical investment in Water and Wastewater infrastructure, including upgrades to Treatment Works, Pumping Stations, and Reservoirs. The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Commissioning Engineer to lead and deliver commissioning activities across Water and Wastewater projects. You will manage the installation, testing, and handover of process plant and equipment, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. You will liaise with design teams, contractors, and suppliers, and will be responsible for FAT/SAT testing, defect close-out, and the preparation of commissioning documentation and client...

Global Payroll Manager Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced Global Payroll Manager to support payroll operations across multiple regions. This role is responsible for helping ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, supporting process improvements, and partnering with internal teams and vendors to resolve payroll issues. Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day payroll operations across assigned countries or regions, ensuring accurate and timely processing Partner with HR, Finance, and external payroll providers to support payroll processing, data accuracy, and issue resolution Review payroll data, reconciliations, and reports to help ensure compliance with company policies and local regulations Support payroll process improvements, standardization efforts, and system enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy Assist with implementation of payroll-related projects, including system updates, vendor...

Business Analyst 6 Months - Contract Wokingham (2 days a week on site) Are you a high-caliber Business Analyst ready to take the reins on complex change initiatives? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and have a knack for transforming ambiguity into structured solutions? If so, we want to hear from you! Our client is seeking an experienced and driven Business Analyst who is passionate about uncovering user needs and delivering measurable outcomes. Role Purpose: As a Business Analyst, you'll lead the way in discovery, challenge assumptions, and dive deep into the details of business problems. Your ability to work independently and drive clarity will be key to translating complex challenges into actionable requirements. Core Focus Areas: Proactive Discovery & Problem Framing - Lead structured discovery to understand problems before proposing solutions. - Utilize Design Thinking and Jobs To Be Done (JTBD) frameworks to uncover true user...

Site Manager Location: Bracknell Project: AMP8 Framework - Clean Water Treatment Works Upgrade Rate: 400 - 450 per day (LTD or PAYE) Start: ASAP Duration: Long-term Project Overview We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to join our AMP8 Framework Team based in Bracknell. You will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of an upgrade scheme at a clean water treatment works, where we are constructing a new Rapid Gravity Treatment Plant and associated works. This role requires a commercially astute manager to lead multi-disciplinary teams, handle complex packages, and ensure the project meets strict client and company performance expectations. While water industry experience is highly advantageous, we are open to strong heavy civil engineering candidates looking to bring their infrastructure skills to the sector. Key Responsibilities Site & Package Management: Oversee day-to-day site operations, managing multiple work packages and...

VAN DRIVERS NEEDED WITH IMMEDIATE START! EARN £800+ PER WEEK! 1 OR 2 DROPS PER DAY! NEXT DAY PAYMENTS! DRIVER AGENT are the UK's Fastest Growing company specialising in Van Drivers We are looking for delivery drivers in ALL AREAS of the UK to deliver parcels from 1 Depot to another Previous experience is not required and we can have you set up and ready to work within days from applying. You will be working with some of the largest courier companies in the UK with work available to you 7 days per week. The benefits to this oppertunity; Daily payments of up to £500 depending on mileage completed Payments are made the following working day after completing a run There is work available 7 days a week, all year round. Work to your own schedule, you decide how many and which days you work Fixed routes can be planned with the customer Collections and Deliveries to and from all areas of England, Wales and Scotland There is no parcel scanning or sorting...

Job Title: Finance Business Partner - SC Location: Reading / Hybrid Contract Duration : 12 Months Working Pattern: 2 days/on site - Hybrid Daily Rate: £72.65/hr(Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC Minimum requirement: Experience Finance Business partner with expected relevant skillset Demonstrable experience in Stakeholder Management/Engagement at a senior/director level Track record leading business through budgets, planning, and forecasting. Essential: Demonstrable experience in Stakeholder Management/Engagement at a senior level Experience working on large scale infrastructure projects or similar big programmes of work (£multimillion/billion) Proven ability to influence and challenge constructively Track record leading business through budgets, planning, and forecasting. Qualified Accountant or equivalent experience Desirable: Public sector/Nuclear/Defence experience would be good but not...

Astute's contract team is partnering with a leading Defence consultancy to recruit a Submarine Marine Engineer for a hybrid role, with 1-2 days a week in Reading. The Submarine Marine Engineer role comes with and hourly rate of 65 per hour. Key skills required for the Submarine Marine Engineer role Cat A2 Submariner experience. Foundation degree in Engineering at a minimum. Hold SC clearance. Location, day rate and details of the Submarine Marine Engineer role Hybrid working, 1-2 days per week in Reading. Outside IR35. 65 per hour. Start date, ASAP. 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 legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's...

Location: Reading (Hybrid - 1 day a week on-site) Duration: Long-Term Freelance Rate: Competitive Daily Rate (Strictly Inside IR35) We are currently recruiting for a Project Planner with specialist water industry experience to join a tier-one engineering leader. In this role, you will oversee and drive the planning functions across a diverse portfolio of major water infrastructure and environmental schemes throughout the Thames Water region. This position offers excellent hybrid flexibility, requiring you to be based out of the Reading office just one day per week. The Role Working within a fast-paced and collaborative environment, you will be responsible for creating, maintaining, and managing robust project schedules from pre-construction through to delivery. Your day-to-day will involve: Baseline Scheduling: Developing and updating fully resourced, logically linked project programmes (using Primavera P6) in line with project specifications and milestones....