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: Senior Data Engineer Location: Warwick (Hybrid Working) Contract: 6 Months Role Overview Our client is seeking a skilled Senior Data Engineer to lead the design, development, and maintenance of data integration solutions and data warehouse environments. This role will focus on building and optimising ETL/ELT pipelines, supporting data warehousing initiatives, and ensuring the quality, performance, and reliability of large-scale data systems. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data architects, analysts, and developers to drive data...

Job Title : Engineering Manager - DV Location: Reading (2-3 days/week on site/Hybrid) Contract Duration : 12 Months Daily Rate: £63.57/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: DV Essential: Leading within a project delivery environment Knowledge of production systems, process partner equipment, Previous design of integration into a new facility. Electrical understanding Multidisciplinary background Ensure that the Engineering Requirements are suitable and appropriate and advise the Senior Engineering Manage as such. Identify options, select the appropriate solution and provide the right facility design solutions such that, for allocated work packages, they: meet business needs and functional performance, through life performance, are licensable and are deliverable. Ensure the Design Intent and Design Information Configuration are maintained from facility design inception through to project handover. Key Accountabilities:...

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...

Senior Site Engineer Highways Location: Carlisle Direct Reports: Site Engineer Rate - Inside IR35 Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior /Site Engineer to join our highways project team based near Carlisle. ts. I am looking for Engineers with Highways experience. Key Responsibilities Report directly to the Sub Agent and provide technical support to the site management team. Manage and mentor a Site Engineer, reviewing setting out, quality checks, and documentation. Oversee highways works including earthworks, drainage, kerbing, surfacing, S278/S106 works and associated infrastructure. Coordinate and manage utilities works (diversions, installations, protection of services) in liaison with statutory undertakers and utility providers. Ensure all setting out is completed accurately and in accordance with approved drawings and specifications. Review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation, raising RFIs where required....

DO YOU WANT TO TAKE YOUR CONSTRUCTION CAREER TO AUSTRALIA ? - Site Engineer, Project Engineer, Section/Senior Engineer, Sub-Agent, or Site Manager? - Under the age of 35 in Scotland/the UK/Ireland? - Experience in civil engineering projects, or working with a large main building contractor? - Ever considered heading to Australia? Then you need to apply/get in touch - let us walk you through how to make this move. Contract Scotland work in partnership with PD Project Delivery, an Australian construction and project management company providing civil engineering expertise to successful projects throughout Australia. They deliver everything from roads/highways, rail, water, renewables, to bulk earthworks/groundworks, etc! If the above profile sounds like you (either experience in the civil engineering site/project environment, or relevant experience on large building projects - externals, piling, concrete frames/slipform, etc), then you could have your visa for...

Job Title: Section Engineer / Sub Agent Civils (Earthworks, Drainage & Utilities) Location: Orkney Island, Scotland Contract Type: Freelance (6 8 Months, Inside IR35) Company Overview We are recruiting for an experienced Section Engineer / Sub Agent to support the delivery of a major £150m new build substation project based on Orkney Island, Scotland. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven civil engineering professional with strong experience across earthworks, drainage, and utilities packages to join a high-profile infrastructure project, with potential for further work beyond the initial contract duration. The Role As Section Engineer / Sub Agent, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of the earthworks, drainage, and utilities package on site. Reporting directly to the Site Agent, you will manage a team of 3 4 engineers and play a key role in driving programme, quality, and safety across your section of works. This role requires an...

Project Engineer Hydraulics (Aerospace or Petro-Chemical Industries) Based in Exeter 9 Month Contract £400 - £450 per day 3 days a week Ltd Company Outside IR35 This growing engineering organisation delivers complete project solutions across a range of technical disciplines. It offers full lifecycle support, from design and development through to installation and commissioning across multiple industries. With a strong reputation for quality and reliability, the business is seeking a Project Engineer to support a major aerospace project during an exciting period of growth. The project The current project involves the development of a mobile test rig for a leading aerospace client, designed to enable precise and reliable testing. The system features two integrated units, with a hydraulic press handling the controlled transfer of fluid into the product. Engineered for mobility, the rig can be easily moved using wheels or a forklift, providing flexibility on-site. Key...

Sub Agent Civils / Water Infrastructure (Outside IR35) Rate: £(Apply online only)pd (Potentially Outside IR35) Location: Portsmouth Looking to step up and take real ownership on a major water infrastructure programme? This is a fast-moving opportunity for a Sub Agent who wants to run work packages end-to-end and be part of a long-term pipeline of work. You ll be joining a high-performing delivery team working across a major AMP 7 & AMP 8 framework, initially supporting works on a key live site, with further projects lined up across multiple locations. The Role You ll take ownership of key civils packages, supporting delivery across pipelines, shafts and associated infrastructure. This isn t a support role, you ll be expected to drive works from start to finish, feeding into design, managing site activity and ensuring quality delivery throughout. Key Responsibilities Manage pipeline, shaft and heavy civils works on site Oversee trial holes and provide...

Job Title: Data Product Manager Location: Bristol Hybrid - 1-2 days onsite per week Rate: From 500+ per day via Umbrella Duration: 6 months Clearance: UK Security Clearance required About the Role We are seeking an experienced Data Product Manager to provide strategic leadership across enterprise analytics at a major public sector contractor. This role will lead a small team of BI Developers (up to four) and oversee the design and delivery of high-volume, complex datasets, dashboards, and reporting solutions . You will work closely with senior stakeholders and key business units, including supporting a large client mobilisation programme , ensuring analytics solutions deliver real business value. While primarily strategic, a strong understanding of Power BI, SQL, process mapping, and data governance is essential. What You'll Do Provide strategic oversight of BI reporting, dashboards, and analytics delivery. Lead and mentor a small team...

Senior Site Engineer Highways Location: Cheltenham Direct Reports: Site Engineer Rate - Inside IR35 Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior /Site Engineer to join our highways project team based near Cheltenham. The successful candidate will support the Sub Agent in delivering highways and utilities works safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards. This role will involve managing day-to-day site engineering activities and overseeing Junior Site Engineer to ensure works are delivered in accordance with design, specification, and contractual requirements. I am looking for Engineers with Highways experience. Key Responsibilities Report directly to the Sub Agent and provide technical support to the site management team. Manage and mentor a Site Engineer, reviewing setting out, quality checks, and documentation. Oversee highways works including earthworks, drainage, kerbing, surfacing, S278/S106 works and associated...

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...

Role: Mechanical Project Engineer - Water Projects - Waste Water Location: Sussex & Kent Duration: 6 month + extension Rate: £400 a day My client is one of the UK's leading MEICA & Civil Engineering contractors within the Water sector and are looking for a Mechanical Project Engineer to join their team on a contract basis working on various water projects for their AMP8 contracts. Responsibilities include: Outline engineering from inception to completion of schemes utilising in-house resources, site installation and construction personnel The timely completion of multiple concurrent projects, safely and within budget Liaise with client's engineering and operations staff to ensure KPI's are met or exceeded within budget constraints Attend internal and external review and progress meetings Attend site visits/meetings. Ascertain preliminary and detailed design/project requirements and solutions Prepare estimates and quotations Cradle to Grave...

- 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...

Senior Site Engineer Highways Location : Normanton ( WF6) Rate - Inside IR35 Length - 6mths - Potential to be extended Role Overview This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Site Engineer to join a major highways project at ECI stage. The role will initially be office-based, supporting the review of engineering drawings, drainage designs, and overall scheme development while the project progresses through the early planning and enabling stages. Once the site is fully mobilised, you will transition onto the project to support delivery on site. We are looking for a Senior Engineer with a strong highways background, who is confident reviewing technical drawings and design information, and who has experience working through the early phases of infrastructure projects, including enabling works and pre-construction activities. Review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation, raising RFIs where required. Maintain accurate site records including daily...

Job Title: Site Engineer Utilities Location: Aylesbury Contract Type: 6-Month Contract (Inside IR35) Company Overview We are recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer to support the delivery of utility diversion works within a major infrastructure programme. This is a long-term opportunity for a Site Engineer with a proven background in utilities construction and site-based engineering within a Tier 1 contracting environment. The Role As Site Engineer, you will play a critical role in the technical delivery of utility diversion works, supporting safe and accurate construction operations across site. You will be responsible for setting out lines and levels, interpreting construction drawings, reviewing RAMS documentation, and working closely with Section Engineers and the Project Manager to ensure works are delivered to programme, quality, and budget requirements. This is a hybrid site and coordination role requiring presence onsite and in associated project...

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 &...

DO YOU WANT TO TAKE YOUR CONSTRUCTION CAREER TO AUSTRALIA ? - Site Engineer, Project Engineer, Section/Senior Engineer, Sub-Agent, or Site Manager? - Under the age of 35 in Scotland/the UK/Ireland? - Experience in civil engineering projects, or working with a large main building contractor? - Ever considered heading to Australia? Then you need to apply/get in touch - let us walk you through how to make this move. CS Internationa (Part of Contract Scotland) work in partnership with PD Project Delivery, an Australian construction and project management company providing civil engineering expertise to successful projects throughout Australia. They deliver everything from roads/highways, rail, water, renewables, to bulk earthworks/groundworks, etc! If the above profile sounds like you (either experience in the civil engineering site/project environment, or relevant experience on large building projects - externals, piling, concrete frames/slipform, etc), then you could...

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...

Job Title: Civil & Structural Design Engineer Salary: 45-50 per hour (dependent on experience) Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Type: Contract, Hybrid About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced Civil & Structural Design Engineer to support live projects within the Grid Access Substations and HVDC Converter Stations sector. This is a technically demanding role requiring close coordination across civil, structural and M&E disciplines. You will contribute to the development, review and governance of technical solutions, ensuring work packages are delivered on time and to budget. About the Client: Our client is a leading engineering organisation delivering high-profile infrastructure projects across the UK, with a focus on multidisciplinary collaboration and technical excellence. Key Responsibilities: Produce and review civil and structural design solutions for substations and HVDC infrastructure projects Provide technical input and governance across live...

Google Cloud Engineer Contract Daily Rate: Up to 500 (inside IR35 via umbrella) Contract Length: 6 Months initially Location: Canary Wharf - 5 Days a Week onsite About the Role: Our client is seeking a skilled Google Cloud Engineer to join their team on a temporary basis. In this role, you will play a crucial part in designing, building, testing, and deploying cloud application solutions that integrate both cloud and non-cloud infrastructures. If you are passionate about cloud technologies and have a strong proficiency in Google Cloud, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and deploy cloud application solutions that seamlessly integrate various infrastructures. Deploy infrastructure and platform environments while creating proof of architecture to test viability, security, and performance. Act as a subject matter expert, collaborating effectively with team members to drive performance and decision-making. Engage with multiple teams to contribute to...