Astute's Nuclear team is partnering with a growing project management consultancy to recruit a Project Director to support the leadership and delivery of major capital projects. This Project Director role offers a competitive salary, clear leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to play a key role in shaping teams, winning work, and delivering high-profile projects within a business experiencing strong growth. If you're a highly experienced Quantity Surveyor or Cost Management professional ready to step into a strategic leadership role, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Project Director role Within the role you will: Lead the delivery of cost management services across the full project lifecycle Work closely with Regional Directors to manage and grow high-performing teams Oversee feasibility estimates, cost planning, procurement, tendering and post-contract services Take accountability for the successful and profitable...

My client is looking for an experienced Site/Project Manager to oversee day-to-day delivery of a 4.5 Million GSHP project in the Milton Keynes/Bedford area. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in commercial renewable energy projects , particularly heat pumps and solar energy. trong health and safety management , and proven experience coordinating multiple subcontractors in a live, multi-stakeholder environment and experience of working in tier 1 sites would be ideal. What is required for the position? Tickets: CSCS, SMSTS First Aid - (Manual Handling and Asbestos Awareness are preffered) PPE: Hard hat, high vis, steel toe cap boots Experience / Essential Skills: Proven background in M&E or renewable energy projects (heat pumps, plantrooms, boreholes, or similar). Competent with Microsoft 365 tools - Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams (for reporting and coordination). Strong understanding of construction sequencing , temporary works, and...

Our client is seeking a highly capable and experienced Project Manager to support the successful delivery of a major capital infrastructure programme in Barrow-in-Furness This is a key role within a complex and high-value defence environment, offering the opportunity to lead critical project workstreams that contribute to nationally significant programmes. The Role As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of projects or discrete work packages within a wider programme. You will lead project teams, manage stakeholders, and ensure delivery is achieved in line with agreed scope, schedule, cost, and quality parameters. Operating within a highly regulated and structured environment, you will play a pivotal role in driving project performance, ensuring robust governance, and maintaining alignment with client objectives. This position requires strong leadership capability, commercial awareness, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder...

Our client is looking to appoint a driven and highly organised Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of a major, long-term infrastructure programme in Barrow-in-Furness This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a complex and high-value defence project, contributing to nationally significant work within a structured and professional project environment. The Role As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support senior project leadership in the coordination, planning, and execution of multiple project workstreams. You will play a key role in ensuring that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with quality expectations. This position will expose you to all aspects of project delivery, from early-stage planning and procurement through to construction, commissioning, and handover. It's an ideal opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in project management within complex infrastructure, construction, or...

Senior Project Manager Sewage Treatment Works Reports to: Project Director Project: Slough - Extension of an operational sewage treatment plant (STW) Location: First year in Central London, then in Slough. Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong background in water/wastewater infrastructure to lead the extension of a live sewage treatment works that must maintain full operations throughout construction. The candidate will own end-to-end delivery (scope, programme, budget, quality, safety, environmental compliance) while ensuring a seamless coordination with Thames Water s operational team, strict adherence to Thames Water procedures and standards, and effective management of multidisciplinary engineering and delivery teams (civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical/process). Key Responsibilities: Lead the full project lifecycle from project initiation, design coordination, procurement, construction, commissioning,...

Our client is delivering a major net zero infrastructure project in Teesside and requires an experienced Project Quality Manager to take full ownership of quality assurance and control across the entire project lifecycle. You will lead quality across mechanical disciplines, including welding, NDT, pressure testing, and flange joint tightening, as well as civil operations, vendor management, and supply chain oversight. This is a senior, site-based role requiring a hands-on leader who can drive a Right First Time culture from procurement through to client handover. What You Will Need ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification and active membership of the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) Extensive quality management experience in the oil and gas industry, with several years in a management capacity Proven experience producing and managing Quality Management Plans, Inspection & Test Plans, and NCR processes Practical working knowledge of welding, non-destructive testing,...

Estimator Salary: 50k - 60k DOE Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5pm 33 days' holiday inclusive of bank holidays, company pension, Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance Scheme About the Role As an Estimator, you will be responsible for compiling accurate, compliant and competitive tenders for ongoing projects. Working closely with the Senior Estimator, commercial teams, procurement and business development, you will support the full tender lifecycle from PQQ and ITT stage through to project handover. Key Responsibilities Create, manage and monitor budgets for tenders, pitches and proposals Prepare estimates for PQQs, ITTs, pitches and proposals in collaboration with marketing and business development teams Compile competitive and compliant tenders within agreed deadlines Undertake pre-handover budget preparation and guided value engineering exercises Input post-handover budgets and data onto internal systems accurately Track and manage tender...

Our client is a privately owned construction and engineering business delivering complex, high-value projects across the healthcare sector and other specialist environments. With a strong focus on MMC, they are committed to improving efficiency, driving innovation, and delivering lasting social, economic, and environmental value through their work. They are now seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join their growing team and take ownership of procurement strategy across a portfolio of live and upcoming projects. The Role As Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing the full procurement lifecycle across multiple projects, ensuring the effective sourcing and appointment of subcontractors, suppliers, and materials in line with programme, quality, and commercial requirements. Working closely with commercial, design, and operational teams, you will play a key role in securing best value, strengthening supply chain relationships, and...

Job Title : Quantity Surveyor Location : Reading, Berkshire - Hybrid Working. Contract Type : Permanent, Full time. Salary : Competitive salary, open to discussion depending on candidate experience. Company Overview: Join our client, who are a collaborative and forward thinking consultancy, delivering some of the UK's most prestigious and complex infrastructure projects. As a Quantity Surveyor, you will help shape major programmes across utilities, defence, aviation, energy, highways, and rail. You'll work directly with client teams, often through secondments of six months to several years, aligned to your professional ambitions. You'll take on responsibility quickly and receive the support you need to excel. Through a blend of company sponsored and self?led development, you'll continue building the skills, knowledge, and professional accreditation needed to lead positive, inclusive, and high?performing teams. This opportunity is to join the South West East, Complex...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor to recruit a M&E Quantity Surveyor on a 9-month contract for its site in West Midlands. 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. Demonstrate a strong understanding of Building Services systems...

Position: Head Buyer Location: West Yorkshire Salary: 45K- 50K Nicholas Associates have an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to manage the end-to-end procurement of goods and services. This role is critical in ensuring engineering requirements are accurately communicated, purchase orders are effectively managed, and supplier performance supports the delivery demands of a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring all engineering specifications and requirements are clearly defined and fully authorised. Coordinate closely with suppliers to expedite deliveries, track progress, and provide timely updates to internal stakeholders. Resolve non-conformances quickly and effectively to minimise disruption to operations. Review and validate supplier commercial terms, including payment terms, delivery conditions, and contractual obligations, ensuring alignment with company standards. Lead tender...

Aerospace Business Development Manager - Military Electronic Systems UK Remote 80-85,000 + car allowance, bonus Drive strategic growth in cutting-edge systems for the global military aerospace sector. This role is perfect for a proven technical BDM who thrives on long, complex sales cycles and high-value programmes. The role You will have full ownership of sales across the UK, Europe and wider international markets (excluding the US) for their Military Air LED Lighting & Systems business. This is a strategic role focused on winning long-cycle programmes and deepening relationships with tier 1 and sub-tier aerospace customers, notably Boeing, Sikorsky, SAAB, Airbus, General Dynamics and KAI. The business already supplies LED lighting and complex 'black box' systems with advanced telemetry and early warning capabilities onto major OEM platforms, and now wants someone to drive further market penetration in this space. The proposition is moving beyond...

Supply Chain Administrator Walsall (Office-based) £27,000 £30,000 + package Full-time, Permanent The Opportunity Ganymede are working with a leading Tier 1 contractor within the UK water sector , delivering major infrastructure projects across long-term frameworks. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint a Supply Chain Administrator to support their procurement and commercial functions. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a well-established business with a reputation for developing talent internally, offering long-term stability and clear career progression within the infrastructure sector. The Role As Supply Chain Administrator, you ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of supply chain operations through high-quality administration, data management and coordination. You ll be responsible for maintaining supplier records, supporting supplier onboarding and compliance processes, and ensuring all...

Project Engineer Milton Keynes up to £50,000 Permanent The Opportunity A leading rail services provider, focused on rail vehicle refurbishment and modification, is seeking a dynamic and customer-facing Project Engineer. This key role provides technical project leadership, ensuring all designated projects are delivered safely, on budget, and are technically compliant. You will act as the principal technical liaison with the customer and external stakeholders, making this a high-impact, communicative position. Responsibilities: Act as the primary technical point of contact for the customer, professionally representing the company and liaising to resolve all technical and compliance issues. Provide engineering support and expertise to resolve technical problems and fault-find issues within the production environment. Manage and control all Engineering Change for designated projects, coordinating activity between internal teams (Operations, Procurement) and 3rd parties. Lead the...

Astute's Nuclear team is partnering with a growing project management consultancy to recruit Quantity Surveyors at Assistant and Project levels. This Quantity Surveyor role offers a competitive salary, clear progression opportunities, exposure to diverse sectors, and the chance to play a key role in a business with a strong and expanding project pipeline. If you're a Quantity Surveyor with experience across the project lifecycle and are looking to develop your career within a supportive and ambitious consultancy, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Quantity Surveyor role Within the role you will: Support the delivery of cost management services across the full project lifecycle Prepare feasibility estimates, cost plans, and tender documentation Manage procurement processes and contract administration (JCT/NEC) Provide cost reporting, value engineering, and commercial advice to clients and design teams Support post-contract...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Cumbria, Cockermouth (hybrid - 3 days in office) Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time Working Week: Monday - Friday (40 hour week) Salary: Competitive Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial delivery across nuclear contracts. You will support Contract Managers, manage risks, ensure profitability, and provide insight to Nuclear Directors for current and future projects. - Ensure contracts are fully compliant and monitor performance using systems like CEMAR. - Prepare commercial reports and accurate cost estimates, particularly for passive fire protection projects. - Manage budgets, track costs, identify savings, and maintain detailed financial records. - Prepare and review tenders, procurement schedules, valuations, progress reports, and final accounts. - Support resolution of claims, disputes, and contractual issues. - Lead and mentor Quantity Surveyors and Graduates,...

Our client is looking to recruit an experienced and commercially focused Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of high-profile, complex infrastructure and capital projects in Barrow-in-Furness. This role offers the chance to take full ownership of commercial management within a long-term, nationally significant programme and play a pivotal role in ensuring projects are delivered on budget, on time, and to the highest quality standards. The Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial and contractual management of projects, providing expert guidance across cost planning, contract administration, and financial reporting. You will be responsible for driving value for money, managing commercial risks, and ensuring compliance with governance processes and client standards. Working closely with Project Managers, engineers, and the wider project team, you will act as the primary commercial advisor, overseeing budgets, procurement, and contract...

Our client is seeking a skilled and commercially minded Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team, supporting the delivery of substation upgrade. This is a fantastic opportunity to take responsibility for the commercial management of high-profile infrastructure projects while working in a flexible, hybrid environment. The Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial and contractual aspects of substation upgrades, providing expert advice on cost management, procurement, and contract administration. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role offers exposure to complex, nationally significant infrastructure projects, and the chance to make a tangible impact on project outcomes through effective commercial leadership. Key Responsibilities Prepare, review, and maintain project cost plans, forecasts, and budgets Monitor...

Are you looking for a career that is financially rewarding with a clear and achievable progression structure? We are currently looking to recruit an experienced recruitment consultant to work within our business on one of our desks covering the South Yorkshire/North Lincolnshire area. These desks range across the following sectors including Sales & Marketing, HR, Finance, Office Support, Manufacturing, Engineering and Supply Chain. Edwards & Pearce was established in 1998 and is a recognised and long-standing professional recruitment partner, working with clients and candidates across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the rest of the UK. THE ROLE: After initial inductions and training, you will be working autonomously in a full 360 degree recruitment consultant role recruiting in the areas of supply chain and procurement, engineering and production. All our consultants build and develop long standing client and candidate relationships and are the first choice for a wide...

About The Role What we offer: We offer a competitive salary of £43,900 per annum. 35 hour per week 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays a total of 40 days paid holiday per annum which is equivalent to 8 weeks. Salary Finance - access both short and long terms loans, plus provides access to a savings facility. Opportunity to further increase annual leave with service or though the holiday purchase scheme. Immediate entry to our Pension scheme (matched contributions up to 10%) A great flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policies. Health cash plan with financial benefits and the option to extend to your family. Cover includes dental, optical, physiotherapy, 24HR private GP access and much more. Paid leave for absence including sickness, maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. Access of up to £150 annually through the 'Learning for life' scheme. Access to a wide range of discounts and cash back offers, ranging from retail and automotive to...