55 contracts manager jobs found

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Subject Matter Expert/Design Manager (Airfield Systems) to join a major UK airport, supporting the delivery of a multi-billion-pound capital investment programme focused on enhancing critical airport infrastructure and operational efficiency. This role sits within a dynamic construction and project delivery environment and will play a pivotal role in leading the design of large-scale, strategically important airfield systems projects (typically £100m-£150m+). The Role As the Subject Matter Expert/Design Manager, you will lead design management activities from project inception through to construction, commissioning and handover, ensuring solutions are safe, compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with operational requirements. You'll manage a small team of Design Management professionals and act as a key interface between internal stakeholders, engineering teams, and external design consultants and contractors. Key...

Freelance Design Manager (Enabling Works & Surveys) Rate: Competitive Day Rate - Inside of IR35 Duration: Long-term Location: Hybrid (3 days WFH / 2 days Liverpool office & site) Looking for a solid, long-term freelance contract on a massive civils scheme where you actually have a say in how things are run? This is it. My client is gearing up for the critical Enabling Works phase of a landmark infrastructure project in the North. We need a heavy-hitting freelance Design Manager to grab the reins and get the site ready for the main construction phase. You'll be working directly as the right-hand to the project's Technical Lead, meaning you're right in the thick of the decision-making, not just pushing paper in a corner. Roles & Responsibilities: This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where you'll own the foundational stage of the project. Your main focus areas will be: Enabling Works Design: Managing the design for all the critical prep work-think utility...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Test Equipment Obsolescence Manager subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.  The role will be a hybrid position of 2 days in office, rest of the week remote.   Rate: £60 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Bolton Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid, 2 days per week onsite and the rest remote from home. Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Test Equipment Obsolescence Manager Job Description:   We have a phenomenal opportunity for experienced Engineers to play a leading role in the support of production activities at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. Working within Production Design Support (PDS) is a highly rewarding role working close to the manufacturing environment helping to shape the design of...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Head of FCAS Systems Design Co-Ordination ( Systems Engineer Manager ) subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.    This position would suit a candite from the Defence / Aerospace industries and from a Systems Engineering Management background.   Rate: £80.00 per hour Location: Bristol, Stevenage or Bolton, depending on your preference.  Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite (the department can offer a compressed 4 day week of Monday to Thursday) Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: 1 stage video interview Head of FCAS Systems Design Co-Ordination Job Description:   FCAS is one of the largest, most exciting and challenging programmes within Defence – to design and deliver a Future...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Head of FCAS Systems Design Co-Ordination ( Systems Engineer Manager ) subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.    This position would suit a candite from the Defence / Aerospace industries and from a Systems Engineering Management background.   Rate: £80.00 per hour Location: Bristol, Stevenage or Bolton, depending on your preference.  Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite (the department can offer a compressed 4 day week of Monday to Thursday) Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: 1 stage video interview Head of FCAS Systems Design Co-Ordination Job Description:   FCAS is one of the largest, most exciting and challenging programmes within Defence – to design and deliver a Future...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage (the role can be a split of working Onsite and Working From Home) is currently looking to recruit a Bid Coordinator on an initial 6 month contract, with very high prospect of extension.    This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background of working as a Bid Coordinator, Bid Manager, Bid Specialist or Bid Writer.  An Engineering background would be great.  A background of working in the Defence or Aerospace industry would be great.    Rate: £50 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: This role will be 2 or 3 days per week onsite. Duration: 6 Months with very likely prospect of extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Bid Coordinator Job Description: The Test Equipment New Business Support (TE NBS) role...

Job Title: Lead Civil Engineer Rate: £50 - £60 per hour (dependent on experience) Location: Birmingham / Glasgow / Chester / Leeds (Flexible UK base / hybrid) Type: Contract - Inside IR35, Hybrid About the Role: Our client is seeking Lead Civil Engineers to join their Delivery group, working on non-infrastructure UK water engineering projects. You will act as a technical specialist and/or in a lead role, developing and applying advanced engineering techniques, while guiding project teams to deliver high-quality outputs. About the Client: Our client is part of a global engineering and environmental group, delivering projects in over 100 countries. They combine innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence, offering employees opportunities to work on exciting projects worldwide while supporting flexible and hybrid working patterns in the UK. Key Responsibilities: Provide guidance on design guides, standards, systems, and engineering codes. Prepare calculations and...

Cost Engineer - HYBRID Location: Construction Site based and/or Somerset Energy & Innovation Centre, Bridgwater, Somerset x3 days per week AND 2x days per week remote working Status: Contract (renewable) - Inside IR35 All-inclusive rates Reports to: Cost Manager Morson Edge are delighted to offer an opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced Cost Engineer to join our client's established Team for work on a major infrastructure Project in Somerset. Contract role (renewable) - inside IR 35. All-inclusive rates. Principal Accountabilities Produce and maintain accurate cost and forecast data in alignment with the Cost Breakdown Structure or Work Breakdown Structure (CBS/WBS) Accurately maintain all Cost and Forecast data for their area of responsibility within the Cost and Forecast software system e.g. EcoSys, SAP Co-ordinate and produce Cost and Forecasting reports to a defined reporting cycle, including commentary on key time- related drivers and performance...

Role: Senior Civil/Structural Engineer Location: Devonport(once in a month) Duration: 12 months Inside IR35: Umbrella The primary purpose of the role is to ultimately assist and support the Design Manager in the delivery of project scope. This will include the likes of the following; To undertake the delivery of civil / structural engineering work packages to the required scope, quality, schedule and cost. Responsible for managing the technical aspects of the engineering packages from identification of the need, through to handover. Support the Engineering Lead with one or more technical design packages agreeing project related objectives, working alongside design Support Teams and providing appropriate technical responses. Provide advice as per discipline. Ensure that the design documentation covers the scope of operations required by the Project Manager and is produced to agreed standards, schedule, and budget. Ensuring effective Quality Management Arrangements, operate and...

Join a world-renowned aerospace organisation as a Senior Project Professional in Barrow 1-2 days per week onsite Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for Senior Project Professional to add to their talented, hardworking team in Barrow. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. The rate per hour: £31.36 per hour inside IR35 / umbrella As the Project Professional you'll: * The individual in this role will manage a small project, or a part of a larger, more complex project, (such as a particular work package), or will support a Project Manager with aspects of managing a larger project. * At this level the incumbent may supervise or guide one or two professional staff, and be involved in managing their delivery and performance and providing appraisal and support to their development. * They will have a level of experience in one or more areas of PM practice and be expected to be...

Job Title: Naval Architect Rate: Negotiable via Umbrella (Inside IR35) Location: Bristol Contract Length: 6 Months Role purpose We are looking for people with a good background understanding of Naval Architecture to join our technical team. The focus of the role is to provide Naval Architecture related advice and guidance to customers within the defence industry. The specific areas of interest include assessing surface ships and submarines to assess their performance in manoeuvring and control, dynamic stability, quasi-static stability, seakeeping, resistance and propulsion. The work will include use of industry standard and bespoke numerical simulation tools. The role requires presenting work in internal and external forums, including conferences and in customer meetings. Participation in business support activities will also be required including bidding and planning activities through the provision of task estimates and breakdowns of task descriptions. The key...

Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Manchester Rate: £500 p/d - Inside IR35 Duration: 12 Months+/ongoing Sector: Water/Wastewater Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a knack for capital delivery frameworks within a Tier 1 Contractor environment? Do you possess a background in claim management, both upstream and downstream? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client, a design & build contractor in the water/wastewater sector, and is seeking a Senior QS to join their dynamic team. You'll be responsible for principal contractor duties on a major AMP8 framework. With a framework stretching until 2030this is your chance to be at the forefront of ground breaking projects in the water industry. What We Offer: ·Opportunity to manage multiple schemes and projects with a combined value of circa £100m, heavily subcontractor-delivered. ·Flexibility to work remotely for 2/3 days a week, with2/3 days in the office. ·Chance to contribute to planned...

Construction Manager - HighwaysBarnsley Area 6‑Month Contract £420-£480 per day (Inside IR35) Your New CompanyA leading organisation delivering a range of highways and civil engineering schemes across South Yorkshire is looking to appoint an experienced Construction Manager. You will join a well‑established team managing multiple small‑scale highways projects and ensuring safe, efficient delivery. Your New RoleYou will oversee 5-6 concurrent highways projects, ensuring all works are delivered to programme, budget, and quality standards. Typical schemes may include: Bridge joint replacements Drainage installations Surfacing works Landscaping Signage installation General civils activitiesThis role is predominantly office‑based, with occasional site visits as required. Key Responsibilities Labour planning and resource coordination Liaising with supply chain partners and main clients Full project management from planning through to completion Booking and coordinating Traffic...

Order Ref: (phone number removed) Position Title: Suspension Engineer Duration: Contract - 10 months Location: Gaydon Rate: £28.43 per hour (Inside IR35) Duties: Reporting to the Axle Function & Integration Chapter Leader, this role requires an individual to support the delivery of the design of the suspension/axle concept and associated CAD geometry to meet the agreed timing for multiple nameplates off a platform. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Support the development of the Axle CAD concept and integration of corner modules and axle links into subframes and rest of vehicle for all vehicles across a platform Respond to work requests and follow technical direction, methods and processes provided by the Solution Architect, in order to complete programme deliverables Create suspension layout studies and check packaging including consideration of kinematics, dynamic envelopes (e.g. wheel envelope), compliances, tuning and component variability Generate...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Based at Bryn Station £(Apply online only) per day working inside of IR35 Immediate start, 4 month contract - potential for contract extension and future works We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a high-profile rail infrastructure programme. You will play a key role in the commercial management of a portfolio of station improvement projects focused on enhancing accessibility across four stations. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative project team and contribute to meaningful transport infrastructure improvements. Responsibilities: - Deliver accurate commercial reporting, cost forecasting and profitability management. - Ensure contractual obligations relating to cost, quality, time and value are achieved. - Manage subcontractor accounts from procurement through to final account settlement. - Prepare and assess subcontractor valuations, variations, payments and final...

HSE Manager 12-Month Contract | Site Based | Mold, North Wales | 40 Hours per Week | PAYE (Inside IR35).  £60.00 per hour (PAYE gross per hour only inside ir35)  Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Site HSE Manager to provide visible leadership on a major industrial construction project in Mold, North Wales. Major Carbon Capture Construction Project.  This role is accountable for ensuring health, safety and environmental risks are effectively managed throughout project delivery. You will act as the senior HSE authority on site, driving compliance, strengthening safety culture, and ensuring robust implementation of the Project HSE Management System in line with UK legislation, international standards, and project requirements. Key Responsibilities HSE Leadership Provide visible, site-based HSE leadership and act as principal advisor to the Project Director and Site Leadership Team Champion a proactive safety culture aligned with project expectations and...

Role: Electrical Project Engineer Location: Bedfordshire IR35: Inside Hybrid: 3 days on site Project details WwTW project Putting in new ASP, Tertiary treatment, MCCs The engineer will initially be reviewing design drawings from Pell Frischmann - SLDs, P&IDs, MCCs etc. Later site work will be liaising with subcontractors, working with supervisors to manage the packages, and determining control philosophies. Team consists of MEICA

Mechanical Design Engineer 12 month contract Based in Stevenage Offering £50ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience using CREO? Do you have experience carrying out mechanical design and proving activities? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Carry out Mechanical Design and proving activities as part of a wider team for prime and variant products, of both piece parts and assemblies Support/liaise with manufacturing, resolving manufacturing problems & defects Support the functional & environmental testing and trials Liaise with suppliers/purchasing to...

Technician - Rolling Stock (Contract Role) Location: Nottingham Tram Depot, Wilkinson Street, Nottingham Duration: Ongoing Contract Start Date: ASAP Shift Pattern: Days only - Monday to Friday About the Opportunity: Rullion is working with a prestigious Rolling Stock and Light Rail client to recruit a technician on a contract position at their Nottingham Tram Depot. This is a fantastic opportunity for skilled professionals with an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering to contribute to the reliability and maintenance of a modern light rail fleet. Pay Rates (Inside IR35): PAYE: £23.57/hour + accrued holiday Umbrella: £30.11/hour (first 12 weeks) £31.59/hour (after 12 weeks)Approved overtime is paid at 1.25x Role Overview: As a member of the depot's autonomous maintenance team, you will provide electrical expertise to support our client's maintenance and service commitments for their tram fleet. Key Responsibilities: Carry out servicing, maintenance,...

Job Description: Nuclear Project Engineer Location: Malton, North Yorkshire Contract: 12 months, Inside IR35 Overview: To provide fit for purpose engineering solutions for complex projects. To ensure that design authority standards and configuration control are applied appropriately. A Project Engineer (Senior) will provide more complex engineering solutions to higher profile projects, underpinned by a high level of technical knowledge and experience. * Identify project functional requirements and stakeholder needs for assigned project. * Manage engineering support to the project. Contribute to production of Project Execution Plans including design, safety case and commissioning strategies. * Support project optioneering process. * Develop concept design and fit for purpose engineering solution for projects. * Produce and/or approve project technical specifications. * Manage detailed design activities in accordance with design authority standards. *...