Role: Project Manager (Civils) Position: Contract Location: Leiston / hybrid Days on Site: 3 days Duration: Approx until 31st Dec 2026 Pay: up to 484 PAYE - 700 Umbrella The Civil Works Programme comprises a series of projects that will be delivered over a 10-year period. Each element of the scope has been assigned to a combination of participants that will be responsible and accountable for the delivery. The Civils Programme will deliver the Sizewell C Civil Engineering scope to support the MEH erection in the Nuclear, Conventional and Heat Sink islands. The Civil Works Programme is responsible for delivering: Enabling and Earthworks: sea defences, access facilities, civil engineering work to support site establishment, diaphragm walling around the nuclear plant footprint, dewatering, excavation and earthworks. Tunnelling and Marine: beach landing facility, jetty, shafts and intake and outfall tunnels for the nuclear plant cooling systems. Main civil...

Job title: Technical Architect Job Type: Contract Start date: Immediate Duration: Up to Dec 2026 (Extension possible beyond this) Pay rate: Up to 650 per day, PAYE Location: London / Leiston, Suffolk Hours of work: Monday - Friday Reporting to the Technical Assurance Manager, the Technical Architect is responsible for designing and assuring complex technical solutions. The role provides technical leadership and guidance across projects, ensuring that technology solutions are secure, scalable, reliable, and aligned. The Technical Architect works closely with the Technical Assurance Manager and the Head of Architecture to ensure that technical design and delivery adhere to high standards of quality, security, and operational excellence. This includes working directly with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, acting as a subject matter expert, and ensuring all technical decisions align with the enterprises architecture and technical assurance frameworks. Applicants...

Job Title: Environmental Advisor Location: Based in our Suffolk office Salary: TBC- DOE Contract Length:31.03.2027- Opportunity to be extended after Vacancy Overview: Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK's climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050. Job Purpose / Overview We are looking for...

Site Agent 390- 440 per day Civil Engineering / Infrastructure Temporary Full-time Norwich, England Are you a Site Agent looking to be a part of exciting Civil Engineering projects? If so, this could be the ideal next step for you. Our client, a well-established civil engineering contractor, is looking to appoint a Site Agent to join their delivery team on a Civil Engineering infrastructure project. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in delivering complex and rewarding works. The Role As Site Agent, you will take full responsibility for managing a section of works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. You'll be empowered to lead from the front, driving a "right first time" culture while contributing to the long-term success of the project. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of planning, programming, and delivery of your section of works Produce and monitor construction programmes and...

Quality Engineer Civils / Infrastructure Norwich, Norfolk Are you an experienced Quality Engineer with a background in civil engineering projects and considering your next opportunity? If you're looking for a fresh challenge, this could be the role for you. Our client is seeking to strengthen their team on a live, large-scale and complex project. In this role, you will be responsible for managing independent site inspections and surveillances, liaising with the client regarding inspection matters, ensuring documentation is produced on schedule, raising non-conformances in a timely manner, reviewing documentation, and supporting the Quality Manager with the production of handover packages. This is a freelance opportunity offering a competitive day rate, dependent on experience. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: Previous experience in a similar role Ideally hold a Civil Engineering degree / HND (or equivalent) CSCS Card Full driver's licence If...

My client is an international engineering and construction (EPC) contractor delivering large-scale renewable energy, grid stability and energy transition projects across Europe and globally, currently recruiting for a Setting Out Engineer for a project in Swaffham, Norfolk. The Setting Out Engineer will be responsible for all surveying and setting out activities associated with the delivery of a renewable energy infrastructure project in Swaffham, Norfolk. The role will support civil and structural installation works ensuring all construction activities are delivered accurately, safely and in accordance with project specifications, drawings and programme requirements. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining quality standards, supporting subcontractors and ensuring the project is delivered efficiently. Duties: Carry out all setting out duties for: RC Frames Super Structure Equipment bases Steelwork and associated civils: Requirements: Previous...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor to recruit a M&E Quantity Surveyor with building service experience on a 12 months contract for its site in Essex for an start in April 2026. Key skills Manage contract administration and procurement processes across Mechanical, Electrical, and wider Building Services (MEP) packages, ensuring effective coordination with general construction works. Undertake cost planning, monitoring, and reporting throughout the full project lifecycle, with an integrated approach that considers both MEP and associated building/structural elements. Negotiate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers across both M&E and general construction disciplines to secure best value and commercially robust outcomes. Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts , including the assessment and settlement of variations, claims, and contractual disputes across multi-disciplinary packages....

Astute's Power team are looking to recruit a Civil Quantity Surveyor on an Energy from Waste Project in Essex on a 12 month minimum contract. Key skills Oversee commercial aspects of remaining project packages including structural steelwork, cladding, and administration building fit-out works Provide commercial support across minor civil works and associated infrastructure elements Administer and manage preliminaries packages , including scaffolding, design services, and other site-wide costs Assist in the close-out of the main civil works account , ensuring all final accounts are accurately prepared, agreed, and settled Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim valuations and final accounts with clients and subcontractors Monitor and control project costs, identifying risks, variations, and opportunities to maintain budget compliance Manage subcontractor procurement , including tendering, analysis, and appointment Review and assess variations, change orders, and...

Astute's Power team are looking to recruit an Electrical Instrumentation and Control Site Supervisor on a 12-month contract for a project in Essex from June 2026. Key skills Take ownership of EIC site activities across electrical, instrumentation, and control systems Act as the key on-site interface between contractors, site management, and engineering teams Support installation, testing, and commissioning to meet programme milestones Drive safe, efficient execution aligned to project timelines and quality standards Provide practical, on-the-ground leadership to ensure work is delivered right first time Lead and enforce HSEQ standards, ensuring all works are carried out in line with approved RAMS Coordinate subcontractors and vendors to maintain progress and resolve issues quickly Manage defects, punch lists, and completion activities through to close-out Support testing, commissioning, and fault-finding across EIC systems Raise and manage site changes, deviations, and...