239 jobs found in Bracknell

Commissioning Engineer – Water & Wastewater Location: Southern Water Region, UK Contract Type: Contract About CMDP+ CMDP+ has secured the AMP8 Capital Programme Strategic Delivery Partner Framework with Southern Water, continuing the successful joint venture between Costain and MWH Treatment. Between 2025–2030, CMDP+ will deliver critical investment in Water and Wastewater infrastructure, including upgrades to Treatment Works, Pumping Stations, and Reservoirs. The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Commissioning Engineer to lead and deliver commissioning activities across Water and Wastewater projects. You will manage the installation, testing, and handover of process plant and equipment, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. You will liaise with design teams, contractors, and suppliers, and will be responsible for FAT/SAT testing, defect close-out, and the preparation of commissioning documentation and client training....

Mechanical Site Manager Location: Windsor Rate: £400 - £450 per day Start: ASAP Duration: Long-term project Project Overview We are looking for a Mechanical Site Manager to lead an upgrade project on a water treatment plant in Windsor. This is a long-term contract focusing on the installation and delivery of mechanical pumping stations. We need an established manager from a strong mechanical engineering background who can take full ownership of the mechanical packages, manage the site safely, and drive subcontractor performance from day one. Key Responsibilities Site Leadership: Take full operational responsibility for the mechanical delivery, managing the day-to-day program on the water treatment plant. Subcontractor Management: Lead, coordinate, and hold accountable the mechanical subcontractors on site to ensure milestones are met. Installation Oversight: Manage the delivery and installation of mechanical pumping stations, heavy pipework, and associated plant....

Mechanical Supervisor Location: Windsor Rate: £350 - £400 per day (LTD or PAYE) Start: ASAP Duration: Long-term project Project Overview We are looking for a Mechanical Supervisor to join an upgrade project on a water treatment plant in Windsor. There is already a Site Manager established on the scheme; your role will be the dedicated technical lead for the mechanical delivery. This is a long-term contract focusing on the installation of mechanical pumping stations. We need someone from a strong mechanical engineering background who can hit the ground running, take ownership of the mechanical packages, and drive subcontractor performance. Key Responsibilities Subcontractor Management: Supervise, coordinate, and manage the day-to-day activities of mechanical subcontractors on site. Installation Oversight: Ensure the installation of pumping stations, pipework, and associated mechanical plant is completed safely and to specification. Quality & Engineering: Review...

Position: IMS Core Engineer Location: Reading and customer offices as required Salary: On Application Duration: Ongoing Hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–5:30pm Overview of an IMS Core Engineer As an IMS Core Engineer, you’ll be part of a specialist technical team responsible for testing, validating, and supporting mission critical communication solutions. This role is key to ensuring the performance, availability, and reliability of IMS Core services across Core, RAN, and Application layers. You’ll work closely with test, support, and delivery teams to ensure systems meet customer expectations, contractual milestones, and service level agreements. Responsibilities of an IMS Core Engineer • Provide technical expertise in IMS Core and MCX, supporting the definition and execution of test strategies for all network elements and software releases. • Define and execute Functional, Performance, Accessibility, and Compatibility testing to agreed project timelines. • Perform end-to-end testing,...

Project Details: 6 month contract Data Centre Fit out hall Starting Middle JunePackage: Circa £450 per day all-in rate, Outside IR35 Monday to Friday working pattern 10-hour working daysKey Responsibilities: Carry out mechanical QA/QC inspections across the project Ensure all installations are completed in line with project specifications, industry standards, and quality requirements Review and complete inspection test plans (ITPs), check sheets, and quality documentation Conduct inspections on mechanical systems including HVAC, pipework, ductwork, and associated services Identify non-conformances and support resolution processes Liaise closely with site teams, subcontractors, and client representatives Support commissioning and handover activities where required Maintain accurate QA/QC records and reporting throughout the project lifecycle Other Details Outside IR35 Need to have exp managing subcontractors / technical documentation etc Predominantly plant and equipment install

We are working in partnership with a global pharmaceutical organisation to recruit a Bioinformatics Scientist to join our clients In Vitro Pharmacology (IVP) team supporting drug discovery programmes through the analysis and interpretation of complex biological and screening data. This hybrid role combines computational data analysis with hands-on laboratory collaboration to support the identification and optimisation of novel therapeutic molecules. Working closely with scientists across the department, you will develop and apply analytical workflows and automated data analysis tools to support high-throughput screening activities and large-scale assay datasets. The role will also contribute to the implementation and optimisation of new analytical capabilities and workflows within the IVP function. Alongside the computational work, the position includes partial lab-based responsibilities supporting routine screening assays and translational research activities. Key...

Mechanical Fitter Heathrow Airport £25.00 per hour Ongoing Days, Nights, Weekends Uplifts in place for nights and weekends. The Company MJM is currently recruiting experienced Mechanical Fitters to work at Heathrow Airport on a long-term basis. You'll be part of a skilled team responsible for maintaining the mechanical integrity of Heathrow's critical infrastructure-keeping systems running efficiently in one of the world's busiest airports. The Role As a Mechanical / Maintenance Fitter based at Heathrow, you will be responsible for maintaining automated systems to ensure maximum productivity, efficiency, and equipment availability. Your duties will include: Maintaining automated systems to a high operational standard Carrying out fault-finding, reactive repairs, and planned preventative maintenance Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth system performance About You Proven experience installing and maintaining...

General Manager - Utilities / Construction 📍 Reading (100% Office-Based) 💼 Permanent or Contract Opportunity 💰 Highly Competitive Salary / Day Rate (DOE, Outside IR35 for contract) The Opportunity We're working with a growing utilities contractor delivering projects under SSEN Lot 1, covering electricity connections up to 11kV underground and 33kV overhead line (OHL). They are seeking a General Manager to take full ownership of their office-based operations in Reading. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for driving performance across multiple teams and ensuring efficient project delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the planning, RFQ (pricing), and streetworks departments Act as the Office Lead, overseeing administration, training, and operational processes Provide strong leadership to department heads (direct reports) Drive performance, accountability, and continuous improvement across teams Ensure effective coordination across all business...

General Manager - Utilities / Construction 📍 Reading (100% Office-Based) 💼 Permanent or Contract Opportunity 💰 Highly Competitive Salary / Day Rate (DOE, Outside IR35 for contract) The Opportunity We're working with a growing utilities contractor delivering projects under SSEN Lot 1, covering electricity connections up to 11kV underground and 33kV overhead line (OHL). They are seeking a General Manager to take full ownership of their office-based operations in Reading. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for driving performance across multiple teams and ensuring efficient project delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the planning, RFQ (pricing), and streetworks departments Act as the Office Lead, overseeing administration, training, and operational processes Provide strong leadership to department heads (direct reports) Drive performance, accountability, and continuous improvement across teams Ensure effective coordination across all business...

Operations Delivery Manager - Utilities (Electricity Connections) 📍 Reading / West London 💼 Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35 options available) The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for an Operations Delivery Manager to support delivery across key electricity connection projects within a DNO, covering up to 11kV underground and 33kV overhead line (OHL) works. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for operational performance across civils, reinstatement, and OHL functions. Key Responsibilities Act as the operational lead across multi-disciplinary delivery teams Oversee civils, reinstatement, and OHL departments, with direct line management of relevant managers Ensure efficient, safe, and commercially viable project delivery Drive performance, decision-making, and continuous improvement across operations Maintain strong stakeholder relationships across projects and business functions About You Proven experience in a senior operational role within utilities,...

Electrical Supervisor / Electrical Site Manager – HV Cable Installation Reading, Berkshire £350 Per Day | Long-Term Contract | Work Until 2028 An excellent long-term opportunity has become available for an experienced Electrical Supervisor / Electrical Site Manager to join a major infrastructure project near Reading involving HV cable laying works for a new Substation development. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile project with secured work running through to 2028, offering long-term stability and the chance to work on critical infrastructure within highly regulated environments. The successful candidate will have a strong electrical background and previous experience supervising electrical installation works, managing subcontractors, coordinating site activities, and maintaining high safety and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: • Supervise HV cable laying and electrical installation works on site • Manage...

Our client is currently seeking a Nuclear Cost Engineer to join their Business Management sub-function on a contract basis. Based in Reading, this role entails providing and delivering cost engineering capability in support of nuclear projects. Key Responsibilities: Conduct full and detailed SPI, CPI variance analysis and subsequent root cause analysis, followed by provision of narrative, recommendations and recovery planning in accordance with monthly reporting timescales Establish the Project Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) and lead on the preparation of cost studies utilising historical data and developing benchmarking information to meet specific needs Provide trended data to the Project Manager based on performance to date and emerging trends including making recommendations Prepare, monitor and control forecasts and budgets for specified projects, including change control Interrogate systems and performance to ascertain actual expenditure and project accruals as needed...

MK Search have partnered with a leading M&E contractor with a strong presence delivering notable projects across sectors in partnership with leading main contractors who are looking for a mechanical project engineer to join their team on a notable commercial scheme they are delivering in Reading. Reporting to a mechanical lead, you will join the project with 6 months left to run to take ownership of the technical elements of the mechanical package across the scheme through to PC. They have another very sizeable project in the Berkshire region you will move onto a take control of from pre-construction phase once the intial scheme is complete. Duties * Managing mechanical packages from pre-con through to commissioning and handover. * Technical submittal reviews and managing RFI processes. * Overseeing sub-contractors and ensuring high standards of health, safety, and quality. * Procurement of plant and specialist mechanical equipment. * Working closely with the...

Job Title: Contract Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Location: Reading area, Berkshire Rate: £36–38 per hour, Limited Company outside IR35scope Job Type: Contract,  2 months ongoing initially, potential to extend Rotating Shifts: Primarily Monday to Friday – 9-hour  shifts rotating Client: Manufacturing, Immediate hire for ongoing maintenance support The Opportunity: Contract Mechanical Maintenance Engineer We’re recruiting for an experienced Contract Mechanical Bias Maintenance Engineer to provide hands-on mechanical maintenance support within a busy, automated production and packaging environment. This is a great opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability. This client needs… ✔ Strong multi-skilled mechanical fault diagnosis ✔ Experience with conveyors, motors, pneumatics, drives, sensors, presses, hoppers, silos  & basic  Electrical PLCs ✔ Preventive maintenance ✔ Quick turnaround...

Lead Electrical Design Engineer 12 month contract £65-£75 per hour Outside IR35 Reading - Hybrid This role sits within a specialist engineering team responsible for developing electrical designs from early feasibility through to construction and handover support. It's a key technical position with ownership of design delivery and coordination across multiple stakeholders. Essential requirements: Experience in electrical engineering design within power, utilities or infrastructure environments Ability to produce and review electrical design documentation and calculations Good understanding of UK electrical standards and utility interface requirements Experience working with project teams, contractors and engineers Comfortable supporting projects through design, construction and delivery stages Desirable: Experience within substations, power distribution or HV environments Background in energy, utilities or large-scale industrial projects Exposure to site support and...

Ready to take the lead on a high-profile mechanical engineering project within the UK’s nuclear sector? Do you have a strong background delivering engineering solutions in regulated environments? Are you confident leading design activities while collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams on complex programmes? The Opportunity An exciting contract opportunity has arisen with a leading engineering consultancy supporting a nationally significant nuclear programme. This role offers the chance to work on complex mechanical systems in a highly regulated, safety-critical environment. We would also welcome applications from these industries Defence, oil and gas, power generation, petrochemical, and aerospace sectors. This role would suit candidates working in these roles Senior Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Lead Mechanical Engineer, Project Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Systems Engineer, Principal Mechanical Engineer, Design Engineer, Mechanical...

Job Title: Electrical Supervisor Location: Reading Employment Type: Contract - until December 2026 About the company: Our client is a thriving contractor in the building services industry, specializing in electrical & mechanical solutions & working with many key, blue-chip clients. Position Overview: They are currently seeking an Electrical Supervisor with experience on the Quality assessment side of supervision; filling out the QA documentation and ensuring the correct implementation of works on site. You will be working on a new-build office block project at an MOD base near Reading - Electrical Value of £8 million. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in 'cradle to grave' electrical installations on commercial or public buildings, up-to-date qualifications, and the ability to coordinate electrical projects effectively. Responsibilities: Supervision and Coordination: * Oversee electrical installation project from 'cradle to grave', ensuring compliance with...

Project Manager x2 Reading (hybrid - 4 days from home) Outside IR35   Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our established Engineering client for a Project Manager on a contract basis to support important defence projects in the UK.   They require two Project Managers to support the initiation of projects and programmes using Portfolio Entry controls and structured business case development methods.   Some of your responsibilities: Analyse and break down complex problems to develop strategic proposals for Investment Approval Coordinate pre-Concept studies to explore business problems and opportunities Develop early understanding of solution options to inform decision-making Produce initial estimates for scope, schedule, and cost ranges Recommend appropriate delivery methodologies for proposed initiatives Secure approvals to proceed, including Standing Approval and initial resource allocation Ensure alignment of proposed projects and programmes with overall portfolio...

Contract Production Manager Job Title: Contract Production Manager 6 month, rolling contract. Immediate start available Days – Monday – Thursday, Early finish Friday Market-leading development and manufacturing organisation producing complex products are looking for a Production Manager to take ownership of one of their key manufacturing areas.   As a Production Manager you will manage the operations team and implement continuous improvement.        With overall responsibility for your own area, as Production Manager you will coordinate and facilitate the daily operations to provide adequate resources and on-going work direction and problem solving to ensure business goals are met.  You will also act as a change agent and drive out waste throughout the manufacturing operations in the cell through the deployment of lean principles and identification of continuous improvement opportunities. Key accountabilities as Production Manager will include: - Taking full operational...

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to join the team of an established FM company in the Colnbrook area. This role is offering a temporary position and the opportunity to gain experience in a reputable, recognised company. Electrical Engineer Monday to Friday/ 40 hours Temporary Colbrook - static £24-25ph paid weekly via umbrella As an Electrical Engineer, you will be: * Carrying out ppm works and maintenance testing on the electrical systems * Trouble shooting and fault finding * Responsible for reactive and breakdown repairs of electrical systems To be successful as an Electrical Engineer, you will need: * NVQ level 2 or 3 * 18th edition * Experience in electrician, electrical bias, M&E engineer, Electrical Engineer, M&E engineer, commercial electrician, Multiskilled engineer role If this role is of interest, please apply directly to this advert