Astute's Power team are looking to recruit a Site Quality Manager on a long-term contract for a project based in the Southeast of England from an April 2026 start. Key skills Oversee all Site Quality Control (QC) activities and the on-site Quality team Act as QC Lead reporting to the Project Site Manager, with functional reporting to the Project Quality Manager Ensure compliance with HSE, quality standards and contractual requirements Approve and control inspection and test plans, procedures, certifications and documentation Conduct and manage intermediate and final inspections (IIS, FIS, MEC/TOP). Record and manage deviations, non-conformances and progress in QC systems (e.g. PIRS, LMS, ALP) Must have boiler experience within Energy from Waste (EFW) or Power plant environments. Must have EPC (Teir 1 Contractor) experience Must hold a Welding qualification and/or CSWIP Welding Inspector certification Location, remuneration and timeframe of Site Quality Manager role...

Job Title: Commercial Manager Location: Caldicot (Main Base) + South Wales Sites Office Base: Beacon Business Park, Caldicot Start Date: 05/05/2026 End Date: 04/10/2026 (Temp to Perm potential) Duration: Up to 5 months initially Working Pattern: Monday - Friday Hours: 08:00 - 17:00 (40 hours per week) Rate: 700 per day (negotiable) Payment Options: Umbrella (PAYE/CIS) IR35 Status: TBC - Potentially Outside IR35 (QDOS assessment required) Working Style: Hybrid (mix of site, office, and WFH depending on project needs) About the Role: Across the UK's infrastructure sector, there is a growing need not just to maintain existing assets, but to upgrade and future-proof them. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to critical energy projects while continuing to develop your own career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You'll be joining a team that prioritises safety, collaboration, and high-quality delivery, with a strong focus on creating a positive and...

We are seeking experienced HSE Advisors and HSE Managers to support the delivery of multiple onshore wind installation projects across Scotland and one site in Ireland. These contract roles operate on an 18/7 rotation and are suited to professionals with strong site-based experience in wind, construction, or large-scale infrastructure projects. Successful candidates will play a key role in ensuring all works are carried out safely, in compliance with regulations, and aligned with best practice across multiple project sites. Key Responsibilities HSE Advisor Monitor day-to-day site activities to ensure compliance with HSE policies and procedures. Conduct site inspections, audits, and toolbox talks. Support incident investigations and reporting. Promote a strong safety culture across all project teams. Ensure adherence to UK and Irish health, safety, and environmental regulations. HSE Manager Lead and implement HSE strategy across multiple project sites. Oversee...

Job Title : Commercial Manager Location: London (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 6 months with a view to extending Daily Rate: £600/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Commercial Manager We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to play a pivotal strategic role within a regulated environment. As the key commercial link, you will bridge tactical supplier management with the strategic partnerships of the supply chain. You will confidently articulate the critical importance of effective stakeholder management in a regulated setting and clearly explain the fundamental differences between standard post-contract procurement activities and externally funded delivery programmes for third parties. Key requirements: Strong understanding of funding arrangements and their commercial implications Proven ability in supporting and evaluating procurements in a commercial environment Expertise in cost management, financial profiling and...

This is a Client side opportunity for an M&E Project Manger working within a Client Side Construction Projects team for a significant Data Centre owner / operator. This is a live data centre and a busy role whereby you will be Project Managing various building services upgrades and retrofits on site KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Can hold others accountable. Stake holder management. Drive efficiencies in the program. Able to deliver under pressure and look for opportunities. MEP background comfortable managing contractors, consultants. Good communication skills able to work with client side internal operations teams and get the best from them. Strong experience in data centres, live DC environments and maintaining SLA availability tier 3 requirements. Strong Admin skills understanding of audit trails and developing/working to process. Methodical and effective in decisions. Able to report up blockers issues next steps and recommendations and track weekly progress. Solution...

Job Title: Senior Construction Project Manager Location: London (2 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 31/12/26 Daily Rate: £700/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC The Role: This person would be the senior project manager for a high profile project in the built environment sector taking place in London and would have the technical and scheduling knowledge to manage the contractors delivery teams and designer. Job Responsibilities: Lead construction delivery. Hold the contractor to account on scheduling and cost. Risk Management & Mitigation. Identify potential project roadblocks such as permit delays or budget overruns and implement strategies to keep the project on track. Primary Liaison. Act as the main point of contact between the owner/developer and the design team (Architects/Engineers). Coordination between professional services, contractor, key stakeholders & internal stakeholders. Regular reporting...

Role: Procurement Manager Salary/Rate: £70-77 per hr inside IR35 Location: Hybrid, Reading Contract Duration: 18-months We are currently looking for a Procurement Manager for our government client. This Procurement Manager role is hybrid, based between working 2 days per week on site in Reading and the remainder of the week working remotely. There is no further flexibility with the on-site requirement. The contract for the Procurement Manager position is for 18-months, with potential to extend, operating inside IR35. Security Clearance: Security Check ("SC Clearance") This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role, it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Essential skills/experience required: Proven procurement and strategic sourcing experience within the public sector, including use of Government frameworks Strong working knowledge of PA23 and PCR, with demonstrable compliance in complex procurement environments Experience managing NEC...

Mobile Engineer (Contract) Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Bromley/Hybrid (3 day per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile The Corporate Mobile organization forms part of Employee Experience Technology (EET) and is responsible for the Bank's Mobile strategy, managing a portfolio of mobile products and services including mobile applications for over 80,000 employees and devices globally. The role requires a collegial yet assertive approach when working among, coordinating with but ultimately ensuring compliance of all Architecture, Engineering and Operational standards. The person will be part of an amazing engineering team who have responsibility for engineering activities on our current global mobile platform as well as future state deliverables working with multiple technologies, reporting to a Senior Mobile Engineer within the team. Key...

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for a Technical Asset/Product Manager to join a leading Operator within the UK's Renewable Industry on a 6 months contract basis. The role is a hybrid position, with the site office being based in Edinburgh. The Technical Asset/Product Manager position comes with a day rate from 600.00 to 700.00 Outside IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Lead the definition and delivery of an off-the-shelf asset management platform for renewable energy assets (BESS, solar, wind) Conduct a full review of existing systems, data flows, and asset-level digital capabilities to identify gaps and opportunities Gather and translate business and technical requirements from internal stakeholders into a clear, structured specification Produce a detailed technical specification (RFP/tender pack) to support vendor selection Evaluate and compare platform providers, supporting technical due diligence and solution design discussions Act...

Job Title: Senior Finance Transformation Manager - SC Location: Green Park, Reading (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 24 Months Daily Rate: £77.20/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC (Must be eligible) Qualified accountant recognised qualification or equivalent experience PMO skills/Experience Proactive, a self-starter who can use initiative to get assigned tasks completed. Essential: Active SC Clearance or eligible/willing to be put through SC. SC would need to be in place prior to starting. Co-ordinating across finance function and working with cross functions to deliver change, I.E. IT Experience of driving system enabled business improvement related to finance 5 10 years experience (Proven individual) Qualified accountant recognised qualification or equivalent experience PMO skills/Experience Proactive, a self-starter who can use initiative to get assigned tasks completed. Has worked on a...

Role: Digital Project Manager Position: Contract Location: Leiston, Suffolk (hybrid) Days on Site: 1-3 TBC Duration: Approx until 31st Dec 2026 Pay: 450 PAYE - 669 Umbrella Job Purpose / Overview The Project Manager is responsible for delivering new business capabilities through the successful planning, execution, and oversight of Digital & IT projects within project. Reporting to the Digital Construction Programme ManagerDigital Construction Programme Mnaager in the SZC Digital & IT Delivery function, this role will oversee multiple IT and business change projects-ensuring delivery to agreed time, cost, and quality baselines. The post holder will work closely with stakeholders across project, Tier 1 suppliers, and delivery partners to deliver critical infrastructure, applications, and change initiatives that enable strategic objectives. Principal Accountabilities Lead the definition, planning, execution, and closure of SZC Digital & IT...

Role: Fire Safety Engineer Position: Contract Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Duration: 12 months plus Pay: 555 (paye), 750 umbrella The Role The Fire Safety Specialist is part of a team of dedicated fire safety and compliance professionals reporting to the Head of Site Environment, Fire Safety, Radiation Protection & Harbours. The main purpose of the job is to determine and document the fire safety strategy, develop supporting project standards and guidance, drive improvements in safety culture, management systems, performance and to coordinate and cooperate with the NNB Fire Safety Team to assist them in delivering their aims effectively. This will include, but is not limited to, problem solving and establishing innovative solutions to fire safety challenges faced during construction and commissioning, recommending temporary fire safety solutions to include temporary compartmentation, smoke control, fire barriers, fire water supply, fire alarm and...

Role: CDM Advisor Position: Contract Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, Somerset Days on Site: 3- 5 Duration: Approx until 31st Dec 2026 Pay: 450 PAYE - 600 Umbrella Job Purpose / Overview Join us as a Construction Design and Management (CDM) Advisor, contributing to complex construction topics at HPC and you'll be helping us to make sure we continue to deliver technical excellence for the project.Being part of Technical Directorate and working on a day-to-day basis on site with NNB's Construction Team, the JDO is responsible for site-based queries during construction, installation, and commissioning and facilitate closure of post-handover open points PHOP arising from site. Principal Accountabilities As a CDM-Advisor you will: Regularly monitor, measure, analyse and review performance in implementing the requirements of the Standard. Ensure information from all relevant Design Risk Registers, including Package DRRs and Integrated DRRs is...

Planner P6 - Civil Engineering Employment type - Freelance Salary/Rate - Competitive Dependant on Experience Location - Luton This is a great opportunity to join a highly reputable Contractor as a planner in the Luton area working on a large civil engineering and utility project. You will be focusing on planning during the construction phase of the project. Due to the nature of the project it would be a great advantage to have some experience in heavy civils, groundworks and utilities. Typical responsibilities of the role are as follows: Assist the construction team by re-aligning work load and programmes Preparing target programmes to issue to sub-contractors Monitoring and preparing progress report with the Project Manager Providing information to the main contractor to assist in obtaining extension of time approval for a number of sectional completion dates. Providing information to Senior Managers on work force requirements. Coordinating void closure for rooms,...

Job Title : Senior Category Manager - SC Location: Reading (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 12 Months Daily Rate: £81.74/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk National Essential: SC (Security Clearance) 5+ years Public Procurement experience Negotiating Stripping costs from contracts Supplier Relationship Management Ability to influence and deliver Stakeholder Management at various levels, internal and external Ability to work autonomously Has worked similar size of contract Knowledge of MOD or working with MOD, 3+ years (worst case would accept public sector experience) Has experience doing competitive flexible procurement on PA23. Open framework experience Desirable: ERP experience An IT Background Background in integrating systems, eg SAP or similar Key Accountabilities: Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-group of categories, balancing short and...

Sourcing Manager (Category Management - Funds & Investments) 9 Month Contract with potential for extensions Circa 640 per day via Umbrella Location: Edinburgh, Halifax or Bristol - Hybrid 2 days on site per week About: We're supporting a leading UK financial services organisation in the search for an experienced Sourcing Manager to join their procurement function on a 9-month contract. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role within the Funds & Investments category, where you'll lead sourcing activity, drive commercial value, manage supplier relationships, and ensure robust governance in a regulated environment. The Role: You'll be responsible for supporting the development and delivery of category strategies and sourcing events in the Funds & Investments space, while managing supplier relationships to maximise value and minimise risk. Key responsibilities include: Leading end-to-end sourcing activity in Funds & Investments,...

Senior Project Manager 6 Months - Contract London (2 days a week on site) Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for driving transformational change? Do you thrive in an environment where your project management skills can shine? If so, our client is looking for you! We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and motivate a talented team in delivering impactful projects that align with our mission and goals. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior Project Manager, you will: Lead and Inspire: Motivate a diverse team to achieve project goals, ensuring everyone is aligned and engaged. Deliver Excellence: Oversee programs and activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while managing resources effectively. Strategize and Budget: Schedule resource assignments and determine budgets, forecasts, and operating plans to guarantee seamless service delivery. Communicate Transparently: Provide timely and accurate reporting on program status, analyze...

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...

Rullion are looking to recruit for the following role : PLM Consultant X 2 Location : Remote working with occasional trip to Lincoln Teal Park April 2026 Start Date 12 Months initially Outside IR35 (Apply online only) Per day 7.4 hours per day , 37 hours per week Monday to Friday We are seeking experienced PLM Consultants to act as Use Case Leads within the PLM360 programme. These roles will coordinate business requirements, manage use case backlogs, and ensure successful end to end delivery across key PLM capability areas (e.g. Documents, Requirements, PDP, Classification, MBSE). You will represent the business where internal resource availability is limited - serve as the business proxy, ensuring each capability area is fully understood, documented, prioritised, and integrated successfully into the PLM ecosystem. Key Responsibilities Lead business requirement gathering and maintain User Stories & Functional Requirements in Jira. Own the use case/component...

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: Market Risk QA Lead - Tester Location: London - hybrid - 2/3 days in office Contract: 6-month contract Rate: 600 - 650 Inside IR35 Purpose of Job We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced AVP-level Market Risk QA to carry out functional testing, regression testing, and other related testing, governance, and quality assurance across Market Risk technology platforms and regulatory change initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in banking or financial services testing, with a solid understanding of market risk systems,...