53 management jobs found in Manchester

Interim Corporate Lead - Highway Management Location: West Yorkshire (Hybrid) Contract: 6 months Rate: £(Apply online only) per day On-site requirement: As needed for site visits and meetings Spencer Clarke Group are supporting a Local Authority in the West Yorkshire region in their search for an Interim Corporate Lead for Highway Management. This is a senior leadership role overseeing the strategic, operational, and financial performance of the Authority's Highways function, ensuring best practice, innovation, and value for money across the network. You will provide visible leadership to a large multi-disciplinary service and act as the strategic advisor to senior officers and elected members on all highways policy, legislation, and statutory requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead the strategic direction, performance and continuous improvement of Highway Management services, overseeing c.44 professional staff Manage highway revenue budgets (c. £5m) and capital programmes...

Field Technician Manchester / North Region £21.00 per hour (Paid via Umbrella PAYE - £591+ take home per week) Vehicle, phone & fuel card provided plus food allowance, accommodation (when required) Do you have a background in installing/replacing equipment within retail stores? Are you looking for your next contract role where a vehicle and fuel card is provided and all expenses covered? My client are a leading services provider to a range of supermarket stores nationwide. Due to ongoing projects they require an individual to join the field team covering the North region to install and/or replace phones in store. This role may mean working across other sites in the UK. The ideal candidate would have worked within the retail environment previously such as on Point of Sale/EPOS however anyone that has worked in a hands on install role whether that's telecommunications or desktop will be considered. The installation itself requires basic skills however the reporting and...

Cable Engineer - UK Wide | Contract. Inside IR35 A leading energy consultancy is seeking an experienced Cable Engineer for high-profile HVAC and HVDC transmission projects across the UK. Responsibilities: Design and develop HV cable systems, including selection, installation methods, and technical calculations. Produce engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation. Conduct site surveys, support installation, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with project teams and provide expert technical guidance.Requirements: Degree in Electrical or Power Engineering (or equivalent). Extensive HV cable design and testing experience; HVDC desirable. Knowledge of IEC cable standards, CIGRE/IEEE policies, and 3rd-party cable activities. Chartered Engineer or working towards status. Willingness to travel across UK projects. A great opportunity to work on cutting-edge transmission projects with a leading consultancy. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being...

Project Manager - HV & EHV Electrical Projects (Contract) Location: Manchester / Liverpool / Leeds / Hull / Newcastle Contract Duration: 12 months IR35: Inside We are currently supporting a leading engineering consultancy on a 12-month contract for a Project Manager specialising in High Voltage (HV) and Extra High Voltage (EHV) projects. This role is ideal for someone with proven experience managing complex substation projects and a strong understanding of electrical transmission and distribution systems. Role Overview: As Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering HV and EHV projects across cable, overhead, plant, and civil scopes. You will take the initial functional requirements and translate them into compliant, cost-effective engineering solutions while managing projects to time, cost, safety, and quality targets. Key responsibilities include: Developing and delivering HV & EHV projects from feasibility through energisation. Acting as CDM Designer...

Track Handback Engineer North-West, England Contract roles – £400 + per shift (rate dependent on duties and experience) Are you an experienced Track Handback Engineer looking for long term opportunities and greater support to develop your career? If so, your next move is with Ganymede THE ROLE Ganymede has excellent opportunities for Track Handback Engineers whether fully passed out or requiring mentorship. We partner with a multitude of 1st tier and 2nd tier contractors in the rail construction and civils field to offer fantastic opportunities to secure both regular and supplementary ad hoc work, subject to your requirements. This can be across maintenance or multidisciplinary rail construction projects across the UK. This is a chance to leverage and develop your specialist skills with one of the UK’s leading providers of permanent way technical expertise, amongst likeminded professionals who are committed to delivering excellence.  ABOUT YOU If you are looking to elevate...

Design Manager Our client is currently looking for a Design Manager for there client offices in Warrington, the role will be Outside of IR35 and offering a negotiable rate, the position will also offer a hybrid pattern of working with occasion site visitations but working from home when required. The client is looking for candidates that have experience working within the Water sector in either a Mechanical, Electrical ICA or Civils disciplines in maintenance, design or capital delivery roles. Candidates should also be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of design delivery, design procurement, design management, design control, quality assurance, BIM to ISO 19650 and have a working knowledge of the NEC4 suite of contracts. You will be responsible for controlling the flow of information between parties to ensure relevant information is available to the relevant teams at the right time, including the supply chain partners, you will also be preparing design scopes and...

Our client, an esteemed organisation in the water sector, is currently seeking a highly skilled Design Manager to join their team on a contract basis in Manchester and Warrington, North West. This role involves managing both non-infrastructure and some infrastructure projects, with a hybrid work model available. Key Responsibilities: Overseeing the design processes for water sector projects Managing design teams and ensuring deliverables meet quality standards Coordinating with project managers and stakeholders to align design objectives Reviewing and approving design documentation and specifications Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards Managing design changes and updates throughout the project lifecycle Providing technical guidance and expertise to design teams Ensuring project timelines are adhered to and budget constraints are maintained Job Requirements: Significant experience in civil design management within the water sector Proven track...

Senior Civil Engineer - Water Infrastructure Location: Manchester or Leeds, UK (Hybrid Working) 12 months contract minimum, 5 days weekly, Hybrid Are you an experienced civil engineer looking to make a real impact in the water sector? Join a leading engineering consultancy and help deliver innovative, sustainable solutions for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. About the Role As a Senior Civil Engineer, you'll play a key part in the planning, design, and delivery of complex water sector projects. You'll work alongside multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and help create resilient water systems that benefit communities and the environment. Key Responsibilities - Lead and contribute to the design and implementation of water and wastewater treatment projects - Conduct feasibility studies, technical assessments, and data analysis - Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members - Collaborate with clients, contractors, and...

P Way Engineers Greater Manchester /North-West, England Contract roles (Apply online only) per shift (shift rates dependant on duties and experience) Are you an experienced P Way Engineer looking for long term opportunities and greater support to develop your career? If so, your next move is with Ganymede THE ROLE Ganymede have excellent opportunities for P Way Engineers who hold competencies such as Handback, Stressing or Track Geometry Supervisor (TGS), whether fully passed out or requiring mentorship. We partner with a multitude of 1st tier and 2nd tier contractors in the rail construction and civils field to offer fantastic opportunities to secure both regular and supplementary ad hoc work, subject to your requirements. This can be across maintenance or multidisciplinary rail construction projects across the UK. This is a chance to leverage and develop your specialist skills with one of the UK’s leading providers of permanent way technical expertise, amongst likeminded...

Can you provide examples of projects where you have acted as a Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE), and explain how you ensured compliance with technical assurance requirements? How have you applied your knowledge of UK legislation and standards to manage risk and ensure safe delivery in complex engineering projects? The Opportunity The Chief Electrical Engineer will play a pivotal role in supporting major gas transmission projects within the energy sector. Operating primarily on a remote basis, with occasional ad-hoc visits to the Manchester office. You will ensure that all design packs meet rigorous technical and legislative standards. Your duties and responsibilities will be * Provide bid support across project risk, programme, and enquiry/bid evaluations. * Deliver technical support and assurance for design packs (DCAAR). * Ensure compliance with UK legislation, standards, and sector-specific requirements. * Contribute to technical assurance and risk management...

Lead Electrical Engineer Location: Manchester (Hybrid – typically 2–3 days in the office) Hours: 40 hours per week Sector: Water Projects: Multiple Water Frameworks Rate: £55–£65 Ltd per hour (Subject to an IR35 assessment confirming Outside IR35 status) Role Summary The Lead Electrical Engineer will be responsible for delivering the electrical engineering scope across multiple water framework projects. The role involves technical leadership, team oversight, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring all work is delivered safely, compliantly, and to high-quality standards. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Project Delivery * Lead the delivery of electrical engineering scope including schedule and MDR creation, change control, project reporting, and leading meetings. * Delegate work packages and provide technical guidance to the electrical engineering team. * Support project estimates, CTR development, and planning activities. * Ensure compliance with UK legislation, industry...

Contract Opportunity - Senior Electronics Engineer Rochdale (hybrid working) Rate negotiable (Umbrella, inside IR35) Must be eligible for SC security clearance, can start on BPSS We are supporting a leading global engineering and manufacturing organisation based in Rochdale as they seek to bring in Principal Electronics Engineer on a contract basis. The company specialises in advanced electronics and power solutions for the aerospace, defence, land and maritime sectors, delivering high-reliability systems for some of the world's most demanding environments. The Role As a Senior/Principal Electronics Engineer, you will take technical ownership of complex power conversion and power management product development. You'll lead design activities, create high-quality documentation, develop simulations, and support qualification testing - ensuring that products meet strict aerospace and defence standards. You'll also mentor junior engineers and contribute to growing new business...

World Class Defence Organisation based in is currently looking to recruit a UK Environmental Sustainability Lead.   Rate: £70.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bolton – depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be a mix of onsite (likely 3 days per week) and remote working Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   UK Environmental Sustainability Lead Job Description:   Defence is necessary for peaceful prosperity. By doing business responsibly, the company supports their people, local communities and our planet. The company has a Strategy for ESG, Sustainability and Social Value, and is seeking an experienced and practical environmental professional, to lead delivery and reporting of environmental improvements...

MERITUS are recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer to support in assembly and integration for major defence programmes from our client's Bolton HQ. *MUST HAVE DEMONSTRABLE SAP EXPERIENCE IN YOUR CV, YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT IT* MANUFACTURING ENGINEER - MUST HAVE SAP EXPERIENCE - INSIDE IR35 - £35 PER HOUR - 12 MONTHS (HIGHLY LIKELY EXTENSION) - BOLTON - MUST UNDERGO SC CLEARANCE - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA's, FAI's etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing...

Manufacturing Engineer (Assembly and Integration) Bolton £35 per hour initially 12 months 1-stage interview Mon-Fri Certain Advantage is working in partnership with a large engineering company that operates within the aerospace industry and is currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer. As a key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing.   What will you be doing? Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEAs, FAIs etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process. Route card changes as a result or rework activities. Management of Configuration Control by the embodiment of Design Modifications into the Manufacturing Instructions. Support the Non-Conformance Process using SAP.  A couple of things you should know: Formal...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 2x Industrial Manufacturing Auditor subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract.  The role can be based from either the companies Stevenage or Bolton site, depending on your preference.  The role will be predominantly working from home with just two day’s onsite. Trained auditor to AS9100 is essential.   Job Title: Industrial Manufacturing Auditor Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bolton site, depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: 2 day per week onsite 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) Industrial Manufacturing Auditor Job Description: An opportunity has arisen for an Industrial Engineering Auditor professional to join the ISP Procurement team supporting a variety of Mechanical &...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Project Manager on an initial 12 month contract.   The department are looking for a candidate with a good level of experience of working as a Project Manager, Project Engineer or Project Coordinator. A Defence or Aerospace background would be a nice to have.   Job Title: Manufacturing Project Manager  Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton   Hybrid / Remote working: due to security restrictions, this role will be based onsite Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Manufacturing Project Manager Job Description: Provide support to the Programme Managers and Manufacturing Management Team to define, plan, direct and deliver the manufacturing projects/contracts against business plan targets through...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Electronics Data Analyst This is an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension.  The role will be onsite 4 days per week.  A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday). The role may be able to be worked from home 1 day per week.   The department are looking for a Data Analyst with a background in Electronics Engineering, someone to read analyse and report the data.  A background in Automotive, medical devices, aerospace industry would be great.   Rate: £65.00 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: The role will likely be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).  The role may be able to be worked from home 1 day per week. Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status:...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Data Analyst subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension.  The role will be onsite 4 days per week.  A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday). The role may be able to be worked from home 1 day per week.   The department are looking for a Data Analyst with a background in Electronics Engineering.  A background in the Defence, Aerospace or Manufacturing industry would be great.   Rate: £65.00 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: The role will likely be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).  The role may be able to be worked from home 1 day per week. Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Project Manager on an initial 12 month contract. The department are looking for a candidate with a good level of experience of working as a Project Manager, Project Engineer or Project Coordinator.  Job Title: Manufacturing Project Manager Location: Bolton   Hybrid / Remote working: due to security restrictions, this role will be based onsite Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Manufacturing Project Manager Job Description: Provide support to the Programme Managers and Manufacturing Management Team to define, plan, direct and deliver the manufacturing projects/contracts against business plan targets through rigorous cost control and schedule adherence. Manage stakeholder interfaces...