Astute's contract team is working with a globally recognised construction company to recruit an Planner on a 8 week contract for its Swindon office. The Planner role comes with a day rate of 500- 550 per day. Key skills required for the Planner role Ideally 10+ years' experience planning complex civil engineering projects Strong and proven highways planning experience Solid understanding of the bid process, timelines, and bid-stage planning requirements Good understanding of HOCHTIEF processes and business needs (or similar major contractor experience) Location, day rate and timeframe of the Planner role Predominantly based in Swindon office, some flexibility available. Outside IR35 Initial phase of project running until 22nd May 2026, possible extension. Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm. 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...

Astute's contract team is working with a globally recognised construction company to recruit an Estimator on a 8 week contract for its Swindon office. The Estimator role comes with a day rate of 500- 550 per day. Key skills required for the Estimator role Experience in highways or major civil engineering Background in structural works or reinforced earth (advantageous) Experience in D&B and/or ECI projects Ability to work to tight bid timelines Location, day rate and timeframe of the Estimator role Predominantly based in Swindon office, some flexibility available. Outside IR35 Initial phase of project running until 22nd May 2026, possible extension. Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm. 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...

Our client, Swindon Borough Council is looking for a HR Business Partner to join their team Purpose To support delivery of the council's people strategy (At our Best) and the Swindon Plan as a senior member of the HR and OD leadership team To balance your role as strategic advisor and member of the Senior Management Team to a specific service with supporting the council in its ambition to be an employer of choice. To be an expert strategic HR and OD advisor to senior leaders across the breath of complex HR issues. To contribute to the improvement of services through the design, delivery, and implementation of people strategies and solutions that deliver organisational excellence. To be a role model in bringing the council's culture, values and behaviours, and new ways of working to life Key responsibilities and accountabilities: To contribute to the strategic management of the council as an extended member of the Senior Management Team to an allocated Directorate...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Contract duration - initially until July 2027 Office location - Chippenham Working arrangements - Hybrid working (3-4 days a week in the office) IR35 - Outside IR35 Rate - £450 - £500 LTD or umbrella A Senior Quantity Surveyor is required to join a Rail Contractor on a major programme of work modernising the railway signalling infrastructure. Responsibilities will include: Leading the commercial function Project work package change control and management Providing contractual and commercial support to Project Managers and Engineering Customer facing engagement Essential: Principal Contractor experience Rail Signalling project experience Degree qualified or equivalent and / or hold professional qualification 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....

Senior Quantity Surveyor Contract duration - initially until July 2027 Office location - Chippenham Working arrangements - Hybrid working (3-4 days a week in the office) IR35 - Outside IR35 Rate - 450 - 500 LTD or umbrella A Senior Quantity Surveyor is required to join a Rail Contractor on a major programme of work modernising the railway signalling infrastructure. Responsibilities will include: Leading the commercial function Project work package change control and management Providing contractual and commercial support to Project Managers and Engineering Customer facing engagement Essential: Principal Contractor experience Rail Signalling project experience Degree qualified or equivalent and / or hold professional qualification 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....

Astute's contract team is partnering with a Global Construction business to recruit a Design Manager on an initial 4 month contract. This is a fully remote role. The Design Manager role comes with a day rate of 450 - 550 per day, Outside IR35. Key skills required for the Design Manager role: Ensuring project procedures & processes (particularly engineering) are implemented throughout design Promote latest engineering developments, technology, innovations, methods and best practice in permanent and temporary works ensuring they are considered, developed, communicated and implemented both at bid stage and during construction Prepare and manage the design deliverable schedule both on time and in budget Review designs for compliance with contract requirements and tender intentions This role can either be fully remote or based out of Head Office in Wiltshire. Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the...

Job Title: Senior Category Manager - SC Location: Reading (2-3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 8 Months Daily Rate: £77.20/hr(Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk National Essential Requirements: Significant Public Sector Procurement experience (5+ years) Supplier Relationship skills Facility Management (FM) or Works experience (Must have) Not necessarily heavy construction but definitely FM. NEC Experience or at least a good understanding of how it operates Good working knowledge of how a contract operates Must have led/delivered procurement projects in a highly regulated, complex, environment.Need someone with real doing experience. Project is in Procurement stage - Needs analysis stage to contract stage Key Accountabilities: Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-group of categories, balancing short and long-term objectives to meet business strategy and...

Job Title: Finance Senior Manager Financial Accounting - SC Location: Green Park, Reading (2-3 days /week on site hybrid) Contract Duration: 18 Months Daily Rate: £77.20/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & British Citizenship Minimum Requirement: SC Clearance Qualified accountant recognised qualification - ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent. Experience of running and overviewing of accounts payable etc Annual reporting of accounts Technical accounting activity Payroll, accounts payable, etc Some management responsibilities, 4 direct reports MS Office Desirable: Oracle Public sector background preferred The Role: Manage and deliver all financial activities as assigned to time, cost and quality. Develop and deliver functional strategy and drive delivery of objectives. Line managing and task managing as appropriate in accordance with company policies, processes and guidelines. Provide guidance to and drive performance of...

SR163 / TP137 PC Representative - National Grid Substation Location: Cowley National Grid Substation, Oxford Job Type: Contract (Temporary) Start Date: 07/04/2026 End Date: 30/10/2026 Hours: 45 hours per week Working Hours: 07:30 - 17:30 Pay Rate: Up to 600/day Reason for Vacancy: Additional Capacity The Role: We are currently recruiting an experienced SR163 / TP137 PC Representative to support works on a live National Grid substation project at Cowley Substation. This is a key supervisory position acting as the Principal Contractor Representative, ensuring all works are delivered safely, compliantly, and in line with National Grid standards. You will play a critical role in managing site activities, coordinating contractors, and upholding the highest levels of safety and operational control within a live HV environment. Key Responsibilities: Act as Principal Contractor Representative (PC Rep) on site Supervise and coordinate daily site activities across multiple workstreams...

Senior Site Engineer Highways Location: Cheltenham Direct Reports: Site Engineer Rate - Inside IR35 Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior /Site Engineer to join our highways project team based near Cheltenham. The successful candidate will support the Sub Agent in delivering highways and utilities works safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards. This role will involve managing day-to-day site engineering activities and overseeing Junior Site Engineer to ensure works are delivered in accordance with design, specification, and contractual requirements. I am looking for Engineers with Highways experience. Key Responsibilities Report directly to the Sub Agent and provide technical support to the site management team. Manage and mentor a Site Engineer, reviewing setting out, quality checks, and documentation. Oversee highways works including earthworks, drainage, kerbing, surfacing, S278/S106 works and associated...

Engineering Manager - Infrastructure Location: Aldermaston (100% onsite) Contract: 18 months Rate: Up to 70 per hour (Umbrella, inside IR35) We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and develop a high-performing technical team within a complex, highly regulated environment. This position plays a critical role in delivering infrastructure and engineering programmes, ensuring robust governance, technical excellence, and alignment with organisational standards. You will act as the focal point for your team, providing leadership, direction, and technical oversight while ensuring delivery against programme objectives in a safe, secure, and efficient manner. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop a technical team to deliver programme and individual objectives Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise within your engineering specialism Oversee and contribute to design reviews, ensuring solutions meet governance and quality standards...

Job Title : Engineering Manager - DV Location: Reading (2-3 days/week on site/Hybrid) Contract Duration : 12 Months Daily Rate: £63.57/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: DV Essential: Leading within a project delivery environment Knowledge of production systems, process partner equipment, Previous design of integration into a new facility. Electrical understanding Multidisciplinary background Ensure that the Engineering Requirements are suitable and appropriate and advise the Senior Engineering Manage as such. Identify options, select the appropriate solution and provide the right facility design solutions such that, for allocated work packages, they: meet business needs and functional performance, through life performance, are licensable and are deliverable. Ensure the Design Intent and Design Information Configuration are maintained from facility design inception through to project handover. Key Accountabilities:...

Senior Finance Business Partner £60.00 P/hr Umbrella Co. Berkshire For a government organisation based in Berkshire, we are recruiting a Senior Finance Business Partner for 12-months. This role is key in building strong working relationships across the business to provide insightful management information, and decision-making analysis to drive financial performance. This role will leave on budgeting, forecasting, business case development, and procurement planning. Main Duties: Lead business planning and forecasting processes, providing assurance to stakeholders around cost management Review and challenge forecasts, and monitor against spending review Challenge stakeholders to achieve workforce objectives and optimise resources Support and lead on resource planning activities and in the review of business cases Work closely with stakeholders to provide decision-making insightful information to drive financial performance Produce robust forecasts, budgets,...

Our Client, Reading council are looking for a Childcare Advocate paying 65 an hour We are seeking an experienced Childcare Advocate to work in our dynamic and supportive Advocacy Team within the Joint Legal Team, a centre of excellence recently commended by Lawyers in Local Government. Our team handles a wide range of Family Court hearings, primarily care proceedings and related matters, delivering high-quality advocacy and ensuring continuity of representation for our clients throughout their cases. In this role, you will undertake a variety of hearings, including contested matters, final hearings, and emergency or short-notice hearings. While some hearings will be conducted remotely, you will also be required to attend hearings in Reading, Slough, and occasionally London or other court centres. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent standard of service, so you will be expected to bring both strong advocacy skills and a client-focused approach to your work. Job Purpose...

Job Title: P6 Planner Location: Bristol/Gloucester & Cardiff Corridor (3-4 days onsite per week) Rate: 420 - 450 per day (Umbrella) Contract Duration: 6 months Are you an experienced P6 Planner looking to make a significant impact in the Electricity Transmission sector? Our client is seeking a dynamic and skilled professional to join their team! This is an exciting opportunity where your expertise in development, tendering, and construction planning will shine. Your Role: As a P6 Planner, you will be at the forefront of ensuring project success through meticulous planning and analysis. You will: Provide critical planning expertise across all project phases. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish timelines for quality assured deliverables. Ensure compliance with all planning processes, aiding the Project Manager with insights and recommendations. Conduct thorough analysis of planning variances and contractor performance. Key Responsibilities:...

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Job Title : IT Scrum Master Contract : Initial 6-Month Contract with potential to extend . Location : Bristol (Hybrid - Once a week in office if needed) Rate : 450 inside umbrella What Will You Do? As our Scrum Master, you'll be at the heart of our agile processes. Your responsibilities will include: Facilitating Daily Stand-ups : Lead daily meetings that keep teams aligned and focused on their goals. Sprint Planning & Retrospectives : Organize and facilitate sprint planning sessions and retrospectives to ensure continuous improvement. Collaboration...

Are you an experienced quality engineer? Do you have experience of working on construction related projects and you're thinking about your next move? Looking for a new challenge maybe, well read on as we have got a great role for you! Our client is looking to add to their team on a currently live, large and complex project. You will be responsible for managing the independent site inspections and surveillances, liaising with the client on inspection issues, ensuring the documentation is being produced on time, non- conformances are raised in a timely manner, reviewing documentation, and supporting the Quality Manager in producing the handover packages. This would be a long-term freelance role paying a competitive day rate based upon experience. The right candidate will be able to Display previous experience in a similar role Ideally hold a civil engineering degree / HND (or equivalent) CSCS Card Full driver's license If this sounds of interest, apply with a copy of your...

Job description PSR Solutions are recruiting for a Site Engineer to work in Bicester. The ideal candidate will have their own equipment. Location: Bicester Salary: 300 - 400 per day Working on behalf of one of the UK's leading contractors we are looking for a Site Engineer to join the team on site in Bicester. Candidates from a groundworks, building, or civil engineering background will be considered. All candidates must have CSCS. Engineers with or without their own equipment will be considered. Remuneration Our client is providing exceptional pay rates dependant on the individuals experience. What To Do Next: If you would like to know more about this position, please call Andy Ward on (phone number removed). Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer. Because of this we welcome applications from everyone regardless of Age, Disability, Gender reassignment, Marriage and Civil partnership, Pregnancy and maternity, Race, Religion or belief, Sex and...

Randstad are recruiting for a number of Freelance section engineer roles to work on a prestigious High speed rail project based in Brackley and Calvert Buckinghamshire This role is PAYE, inside IR35. The successful candidate will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors in Joint venture for a number of years. The role includes the build of a Viaduct, cut and cover tunnel, earthworks, piling and a number of structures. Duties will include: Engineers and subcontractor management and / or Self delivery Planning, forecasting and delivering work Liaising with clients and stakeholders Developing programmes, Risk assessments, Quality assurance. Managing design, NCRs, RFI's, H&S etc. Essential Experience: You will need to have a significant amount of experience on Earthworks, Structures and /or Highways Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected...

Randstad is recruiting for a Freelance Sub Agent to work on a prestigious High speed rail project based in Calvert Buckinghamshire The successful candidate will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors in Joint venture, potentially, over a number of years. The role includes the build of a Viaduct, cut and cover tunnel, earthworks, piling and a number of structures. Duties will include: Managing 2 x Section Engineer and subcontractor management and / or Self delivery Planning, forecasting and delivering work Liaising with clients and stakeholders Developing programmes, Risk assessments, Quality assurance. Managing design, NCRs, RFI's, H&S etc. Essential Experience: Drivers licence and car Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society...