Freelance Senior / Principal Mechanical Building Services Engineer Stockport Hybrid / Flexible Working We are currently looking for an experienced Senior or Principal Mechanical Building Services Engineer on a freelance basis to join a well-established, award-winning building services consultancy in Stockport. This consultancy is recognised for delivering innovative, sustainable MEP design across healthcare, commercial, and public sector projects , and is at the forefront of net zero and low-carbon building design . They are seeking a highly skilled freelance engineer to support high-profile projects , lead design teams, and provide expert guidance across multiple complex projects . The Role As a freelance Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer , you will take responsibility for delivering mechanical building services projects of varying scale, from specialist schemes to major developments over 100m . Key responsibilities include: Leading the mechanical...

Astute's Power Team are partnering with a Leading EPCM Contractor within the Energy Sector. We are currently recruiting for a Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer to join their Waste to Energy project based near Glasgow. The Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer position comes with a day rate from 550.00 to 650.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Lead and coordinate all electrical commissioning activities across the project, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution. Develop and implement commissioning plans, procedures, and schedules in alignment with the overall project commissioning strategy. Supervise and oversee electrical pre-commissioning and commissioning works, including LV/MV/HV systems, MCCs, switchgear, transformers, UPS, and control systems. Manage and coordinate interfaces between electrical systems and other process areas, including boiler, steam turbine, flue gas treatment (FGT), crane systems, and...

Job Title: Civil Engineer Salary: 50-55 per day (dependent on experience) Outside IR35 Location: Snodland, Kent Type: Contract Hybrid About the Role: Our client is looking for an experienced Civil Engineer to join their Civils team on essential water infrastructure projects. You will play a key role in delivering safe, clean drinking water from project inception through to completion. Working within a supportive team, you'll have the opportunity to shape your own technical deliverables and make a tangible impact on communities in the South East. About the Client: Our client is a respected consultancy delivering vital water infrastructure projects across the UK. They provide a collaborative and professional environment where engineers are empowered to lead technical work, develop their skills, and contribute to projects that improve everyday life for local communities. Key Responsibilities: Review and check project scopes to ensure outcomes are achieved Provide...

We are partnering with a leading consultancy and professional services firm specialising in delivering innovative, modern data centre solutions. They are expanding their engineering team and seeking Intermediate and Senior Electrical Design Engineers to help deliver a wide range of technically challenging and high-value projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that champions innovation, collaboration, and long-term professional development. You'll take responsibility for the design and delivery of electrical systems, from concept through to commissioning, ensuring robust and high-quality solutions for mission-critical environments. You'll be involved in a variety of consultancy packages including: Strategic consultancy, feasibility studies, and master planning Detailed electrical design and specification Engineering, commissioning, and IST management Certifications, compliance, and performance validation Key Responsibilities Design and...

Package Manager (Agent) 2 Site Agent / Package Managers required for delivery of major civils engineering and engineering surveys. Consisting of the following: Topographical surveys Ground Investigation Enabling works Archaeology Ecology Weathering Steel Site Clearance Initial responsibilities will be to support the Project Manager and Engineering Director to finalise the scope, procurement, and programme for all scopes of work. The successful candidate will: Programme: Plan all self-delivered major civil engineering works and coordinate/monitor the programme for subcontract/3rd party works. Drive progress to ensure the project programme dates are met or surpassed. Manage short interval control planning and support the Planner and Project Manager with NEC4 CL32 updates. Project Management: Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth workflow and timely project delivery. Address any issues or challenges that...

Integrator 6 Month Contract Leeds/Halifax (2 days) Join Our Dynamic Team as a Change Integrator! Are you ready to be at the forefront of transformation? Our client is seeking a talented Change Integrator to drive seamless change across teams! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love collaborating with diverse stakeholders, we want to hear from you! Purpose of the Role : As a Change Integrator, you will play a critical role in coordinating delivery and managing dependencies between teams. You will oversee complex and high-risk implementations while supporting both business and technology change initiatives. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring that our projects are delivered safely and successfully. Key Responsibilities : Collaborate with the Product Owner or Change Lead to develop a well-structured sequence for integration-related tasks, aligning with desired change outcomes. Catalogue and manage dependencies between our lab and other...

- Design Manager will provide delivery of our client's projects within the power transmission & distribution sector. - Develop engineering design work . - Provide overall project management of design projects from concept to completion in accordance with recognized best practices (APM/PMP/PRINCE2 or similar), including FEED, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, constructability reviews, construction stage design support, and closeout. - Support Fulfil the project role of Project Manager on assigned design-only projects or fulfilling the role of Design Manager on assigned Design & Build/Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects. - Program and completion of projects within specified dates - Support professional and satisfactory relationships with the client, subcontractors, regulatory bodies, and all other project stakeholders - Fulfilling all associated statutory and contractual requirements - Maintain project compliance to applicable Our...

We are working in partnership with a global leader in energy and environmental technologies. We are currently recruiting for 2x Mechanical Commissioning Engineers to work at an Energy from Waste plant in Northwest England. The 2x Mechanical Commissioning Engineers role comes with a rate of 550- 600 per day. Key skills Lead mechanical pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for key plant systems including boiler island, steam systems, air-cooled condensers, flue gas treatment, pumps and rotating equipment. Execute and supervise system checks, flushing, pressure testing, mechanical run-ins, and functional testing, ensuring installations meet design drawings, P&IDs and OEM specifications. Coordinate system handover from construction to commissioning, working closely with the client. Support cold and hot commissioning phases, troubleshooting mechanical issues and assisting with performance testing and plant start-up activities. Prepare and maintain commissioning...

Senior Planner Power Transmission Cambridge (Hybrid Working) We re looking for an experienced Senior Planner and a Lead Planner to support the delivery of major high-voltage transmission and grid infrastructure projects across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and controlling integrated project schedules across substations, overhead lines (OHL), underground cables, and grid connection programmes (132kV 400kV+). If you thrive in complex, regulated environments and enjoy combining technical expertise with strategic planning leadership this role is for you. What You ll Be Responsible For: Schedule Development & Integration Develop and maintain Level 3 5 integrated schedules Build logic-linked, resource-loaded programmes using Primavera P6 Integrate engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning & outage plans Align programmes with regulatory milestones and client requirements Planning Governance &...

Principal Electrical Building Services Engineer Stockport Hybrid Working An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Electrical Building Services Engineer to join a well-established, award-winning building services consultancy based in Stockport . This respected consultancy has built a strong reputation for delivering innovative, sustainable MEP design and works with high-profile clients across sectors including healthcare, education, commercial and public sector developments . The business is particularly recognised for its expertise in net zero and low-carbon building design , supported by advanced modelling and engineering software. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, they are now looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer to join their senior team and play a key role in delivering technically complex and meaningful projects. The Role As a Principal Electrical Engineer , you will lead the electrical design and delivery of...

Systems Engineer Location: Edinburgh (2 days onsite pw is required) Contract Contract Length: 6 Months Daily Rate: Up to 600 (inside IR35 via umbrella) Are you a talented Systems Engineer looking for your next challenge? Our client is seeking a skilled professional to join their dynamic team on a contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a range of exciting projects while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working. Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain network systems, ensuring efficient routing, DHCP, and DNS functionality. Set up and administer Active Directory, including site design, Group Policy, security protocols, and certificate services. Oversee Windows Server (2022) administration, ensuring optimal performance and security. Develop and execute PowerShell scripts to automate tasks and improve system efficiency. Work within the Amazon AWS Cloud environment, utilising EC2, security groups, EFS, SBS, S3, and load balancers to...

Integrator 6 Month Contract Leeds/Halifax (2 days) Join Our Dynamic Team as a Change Integrator! Are you ready to be at the forefront of transformation? Our client is seeking a talented Change Integrator to drive seamless change across teams! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love collaborating with diverse stakeholders, we want to hear from you! Purpose of the Role : As a Change Integrator, you will play a critical role in coordinating delivery and managing dependencies between teams. You will oversee complex and high-risk implementations while supporting both business and technology change initiatives. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring that our projects are delivered safely and successfully. Key Responsibilities : Collaborate with the Product Owner or Change Lead to develop a well-structured sequence for integration-related tasks, aligning with desired change outcomes. Catalogue and manage dependencies between our lab and other...

We are excited to be working with a modern, innovative Building Services Consultancy, 25 strong, who are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their close-knit team. Having met and engaged with them, I can personally vouch for their amazing culture - everyone is genuinely supportive, and mentorship is deeply ingrained in how they help their team grow. It's the kind of place where your career can soar - with endless opportunities for growth, the sky's truly the limit here! Role Overview: As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll take the lead on a range of exciting projects, bringing your technical know-how and design flair to the forefront. You'll ensure that every project - be it a cutting-edge commercial build or a prison refurbishment is delivered to the highest standards, meeting, and exceeding client expectations. You'll need a degree in Electrical Building Services Engineering (or something similar) along with 5+ years of experience in an Engineering...

We are working with this leading multi national data centre and mission critical specialist who are working on schemes across UK and europe. With data centres being crucial components of today's infrastructure, supporting everything from business to public services. Operators must ensure the longevity, efficiency, and sustainability of their sites while optimizing them for mission-critical tasks. The teams are at the forefront of designing innovative and energy-efficient data centres, ensuring that our clients meet their goals of performance, cost-efficiency, and sustainability. The Opportunity Join our international and multidisciplinary team of passionate design engineers and help us create high-quality, sustainable, and innovative data centre structures. You will work on medium to large-scale mission-critical projects, covering all stages of design - from concept to construction supervision and handover. As part of an interdisciplinary team of architects, advisors &...

Job Title: VMWare Engineering Lead Location: Sheffield OR Birmingham (3 days per week on-site) Salary/Rate: Up to 485 per day Start Date: March 2026 Job Type: 10-month contract (Inside IR35) Company Introduction: We are currently recruiting for an Engineering Lead with experience in large-scale IT infrastructure & distributed systems to join our tier-1 banking client on an exciting long-term contract. Role overview The role is part of the Virtualisation Engineering Team within Distributed Compute in CTO Enterprise Services. A VMware Engineering POD Lead is responsible for guiding the development and delivery of VMware products, ensuring they meet business needs and customer expectations. Responsible for VMware Products Vision and Strategy with a focus on automation, availability, reliability, performance, and scale. Managing complex environmental issues, collaborating with wider teams, such as Operations, Applications, Engineering, Connectivity, and...

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Commercial Lead) Surrey / Sussex 12-Month+ Contract Immediate Start Are you a Senior QS who doesn't mind getting their hands dirty in the data? We are representing a highly respected, traditional housebuilder seeking a Commercial Lead who is as comfortable in the mud as they are in the ledger. This isn't a "high-level oversight" role; we need a COINS power-user who can handle heavy procurement and lead from the front. If you have a Tier 1 or Tier 2 background and a reputation for "getting stuck in," this is your next long-term contract. The Role Based at the Surrey Head Office (5 days a week) with site presence across Surrey and Sussex , you will be the commercial engine for a suite of traditional build projects. Heavy Procurement via COINS: You won't just be checking boxes; you'll be driving the procurement process. Advanced COINS proficiency is mandatory -you need to know the system inside out to manage sub-contractor packages,...

Job Title: Product Owner Location: Sheffield OR Birmingham (3 days per week) Salary/Rate: Up to 485 per day Start Date: March 2026 Job Type: 10-month contract (inside IR35) Company Introduction: We are currently recruiting for a Product Owner to join our client in the financial services sector. Job Responsibilities/Objectives: Lead and mentor a team of VMware engineers within the POD structure Responsible for people and performance management of the team Design, deploy, and manage VMware vSphere, VRO, vRLI, and related technologies Oversee day-to-day operations, troubleshooting, and performance tuning of the virtual environment Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver infrastructure solutions for business needs Drive automation initiatives using tools such as PowerCLI, Ansible, or vRealize Suite Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and best practices Participate in capacity planning, disaster recovery, and business...

Astute's Power Team is partnering with a leading organisation within the Nuclear sector , to recruit a Mechanical Engineer for its Berkshire site. The Mechanical Engineer role comes with a 12-month minimum contract (Outside IR35) and the opportunity to work on a busy and strategically important site. If you're a Mechanical Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Mechanical Engineer role Reporting to the Site Manager you will: Oversee and support the manufacture and fitting of mechanical components Work from and interpret mechanical engineering drawings Provide hands-on engineering support within both site and factory environments Ensure assembly activities are carried out safely using appropriate hand tools Support and oversee lifting & slinging activities in line with site procedures Ensure...

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. Join Our Team as a Senior Data Engineer! Are you a passionate Data Engineer with a flair for innovation? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your skills can shape the future of data architecture? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Our client, a leader in the Utilities sector, is seeking a Senior Data Engineer for a temporary role of 3 months. Role: Senior Data Engineer Duration: 3 Months (extension options) Location: Warwick (Hybrid - 1 day on site) Rate: 500- 550 per day (umbrella) Role Overview: As a Senior Data Engineer, you will...

Site-Based Geotechnical Engineer (Earthworks Focus) Outside IR35 Role Overview The Site-Based Geotechnical Engineer will provide on-site technical oversight and support for earthworks operations, ensuring that construction activities comply with design specifications, geotechnical recommendations, and relevant standards. The role requires close coordination with construction teams, subcontractors, and designers to manage ground-related risks and ensure quality, safety, and programme delivery. Key Responsibilities Technical & Site Oversight Provide geotechnical supervision of earthworks activities including excavation, fill placement, compaction, and ground improvement. Interpret geotechnical reports, drawings, and specifications for site implementation. Monitor ground conditions and identify deviations from expected conditions. Advise site teams on excavation stability, slope design, temporary works, and dewatering requirements. Review and verify...