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: Transformation Delivery Lead - Major Infrastructure Programme Location: Sheffield (2 days per week onsite) / Hybrid Contract: 6 months initial (strong likelihood of extension) Sector: Energy / Utilities / Infrastructure Overview We are supporting a major UK infrastructure organisation delivering a large-scale capital upgrade programme aligned to national net-zero objectives. The programme focuses on ground-based infrastructure and site equipment (e.g. transformers, shunters, and associated assets) delivered across multiple locations at pace....

The Opportunity - Ford & Stanley are supporting a rail client with the recruitment of a Project Engineer to support the delivery of heavy maintenance and overhaul programmes across rolling stock fleets. You will play a key role in coordinating engineering activities, ensuring production plans, technical documentation, and project deliverables are in place to enable safe, efficient, and high-quality execution. This position has arisen due to increased project workload and requires an engineer who can confidently bridge the gap between engineering, production, and project delivery teams. The role would suit someone with a strong technical background who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment and engaging with both internal stakeholders and customers. Responsibilities - Coordinate engineering aspects of heavy maintenance projects and work packages Develop and maintain project plans, WBS structures, and production schedules Create and manage...

Interim Financial Controller PE-Backed Creative Agency 6 Month Contract The Client Harmonic are delighted to be partnering with a fast-growth, PE-backed creative agency group in their search for an Interim Financial Controller to support the finance function during a key period of growth and transformation. This role will report directly to the CFO and play a critical role in ensuring the smooth running of the finance function, delivering high-quality financial reporting, completing the annual audit process, and maintaining strong financial controls across the group. Our client is an international creative services group with operations across Europe, North America and the Middle East. The business comprises several specialist brands delivering high-end creative, visual and experiential services to a global client base. The Role Reporting directly to the CFO, the Interim Financial Controller will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, ensuring...

Automation Engineer High Speed Manufacturing Process Coleshill £400 - £450 per day Ltd Company / Outside IR35 6-Month Contract (Minimum) Following significant growth and a major programme award, this company is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to support the development, optimisation and commissioning of a highly automated production line. This is a rare opportunity to join a critical project where your expertise will directly influence manufacturing performance, process stability and production output on a flagship automotive programme. The Role As an Automation Engineer, you will become the hands-on technical expert for a complex automated manufacturing process. Working closely with production teams, suppliers, customers and engineering stakeholders, you will identify process issues, drive improvements and ensure the successful delivery of production targets. The role requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent fault-finding capability and the...

Location: Reading (Hybrid - 1 day a week on-site) Duration: Long-Term Freelance Rate: Competitive Daily Rate (Strictly Inside IR35) We are currently recruiting for a Project Planner with specialist water industry experience to join a tier-one engineering leader. In this role, you will oversee and drive the planning functions across a diverse portfolio of major water infrastructure and environmental schemes throughout the Thames Water region. This position offers excellent hybrid flexibility, requiring you to be based out of the Reading office just one day per week. The Role Working within a fast-paced and collaborative environment, you will be responsible for creating, maintaining, and managing robust project schedules from pre-construction through to delivery. Your day-to-day will involve: Baseline Scheduling: Developing and updating fully resourced, logically linked project programmes (using Primavera P6) in line with project specifications and milestones....

FP&A Manager Global MusicTechnology Business 6-Month Contract Harmonic are delighted to be partnering with a globally recognised music technology business in their search for an FP&A Manager to join the team on an initial 6-month contract. This role will support the finance leadership team across forecasting, business partnering, cash management and strategic planning, helping to drive financial performance across a fast-paced, international organisation. The position will sit Inside IR35 and offer a day rate of up to £500 per day . The Client: Our client is a market-leading music and technology business operating at the forefront of the global electronic music industry. Through its innovative platform and extensive international reach, the business connects artists, labels and fans across the world, providing critical infrastructure to one of the most dynamic sectors within digital entertainment. Having established itself as a category leader, the business...

Event Manager Contract Daily Rate: 400 - 450 (inside IR35 via umbrella) Contract Length: 6 Months Hybrid working - 2 - 3 days in London per week Are you an experienced Event Manager looking for a thrilling opportunity to showcase your skills in a dynamic and international environment? Our client is on the hunt for a talented individual to join their Marketing Services & Operations team, delivering exceptional client-facing events across the UK, France, and wider EMEA. Why This Role? As the demand for events surges, our client needs additional support to manage their impressive portfolio of events. This role will help alleviate current capacity constraints and ensure seamless execution across multiple markets. This is your chance to make a significant impact while enhancing team resilience and operational efficiency! What You'll Be Doing: End-to-End Event Management: Oversee the entire planning lifecycle from concept to delivery. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate...

Interim Category Manager Location: Derby (Hybrid, flexible) Rate: c.£400 per day (Outside IR35) Contract: 6 months The role We're delighted to be working with an organisation in the early stages of building out a group-wide procurement function, and they're looking for an experienced contractor to come in and help shape it. This isn't just a BAU role, it's a real opportunity to get stuck into a transformation programme, helping to roll out a new procurement system, embed consistent ways of working, and bring structure across supplier spend. There's a lot to do, so they need someone who's comfortable being hands-on and proactive, a procurement professional who can balance the bigger picture with delivery on the ground. What you'll be doing Supporting the implementation of a new procurement system across the group Leading on data migration and getting supplier/spend data into good shape Managing the onboarding of both new and existing suppliers into the...

Technical Designer (Freelance) Rate (Apply online only) per day (DOE) Hours 9.00am - 6.00pm, Monday - Friday Location London EC1 Reporting to Head of Technical Design We are the UK's leading workplace design and build company , boasting over 30 years of experience and B Corp certification. Operating on an in-house model to maximize speed and simplicity , we create future-focused, inspiring workplaces on a global scale. Role Overview The freelance Technical Designer translates design concepts into coordinated, buildable, and compliant solutions. You will develop detailed technical drawings and documentation within our design & build framework, working independently or under senior leadership to deliver projects on time and within budget. Key Responsibilities Technical Packages : Create all technical drawing packages from schematics and design development through to construction documentation and practical completion. Design Coordination :...

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex IT and cyber security projects within a regulated utilities environment. This role will be responsible for managing multiple workstreams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with governance and compliance requirements. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery partners to drive successful outcomes across a portfolio of cyber enhancement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex projects from initiation through to completion. Develop and maintain detailed project plans, ensuring progress is monitored and reported effectively. Manage project governance, including RAID logs, financial reporting, highlight reports, and stakeholder updates. Build and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders, technical teams, suppliers, and third-party partners. Identify, manage, and mitigate project...

Business Analyst 6 Months - Contract Wokingham (2 days a week on site) Are you a high-caliber Business Analyst ready to take the reins on complex change initiatives? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and have a knack for transforming ambiguity into structured solutions? If so, we want to hear from you! Our client is seeking an experienced and driven Business Analyst who is passionate about uncovering user needs and delivering measurable outcomes. Role Purpose: As a Business Analyst, you'll lead the way in discovery, challenge assumptions, and dive deep into the details of business problems. Your ability to work independently and drive clarity will be key to translating complex challenges into actionable requirements. Core Focus Areas: Proactive Discovery & Problem Framing - Lead structured discovery to understand problems before proposing solutions. - Utilize Design Thinking and Jobs To Be Done (JTBD) frameworks to uncover true user...

Role Title: Contract Project Manager (Business Change, Agile Delivery) Full Time Hybrid Working - In Office 2 Days Per Week Pay: 550 - 650 (Umbrella - Inside IR35) Duration: 3 Month Rolling Contract Location: Nottingham Start Date: ASAP Role Summary: This contract role requires an independent, high-impact professional capable of bridging the gap between business change and technology. Operating as an objective and trusted advisor, the successful contract project manager will rapidly assess business needs and working with tech through agile methodologies implement a solution that fits to the target operating model of the business and realises the agreed business benefit. You will be expected to translate complex technical solutions for non-technical stakeholders while actively managing the human and behavioural elements of the project delivery. Key Responsibilities: Agile Delivery Iterative Project Management: Manage the project lifecycle using agile...

Are you a proven Sub Agent with a strong track record in major civils? A Tier 1 Main Contractor is seeking an experienced, heavy-highway Sub Agent to hit the ground running for a 4-month cover role on a major highways scheme in Hampshire. This is a fast-paced environment where you will immediately take the reins of an active delivery team, ensuring momentum is maintained safely, on time, and to quality standards. Key Responsibilities As the Sub Agent, you will oversee a dedicated delivery team and manage several critical, concurrent packages of work: Package Management: Drive the delivery of Earthworks, Road Construction, Utilities (diversions and installations), and sensitive Ecology mitigation works. Team Leadership: Manage and mentor Section Engineers, Site Engineers, and subcontractors, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. RAMS & Quality: Review and approve Method Statements and Risk Assessments. Ensure ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans) are...