90 management jobs found in Reading

Job Specification - Track Maintenance Team Leader with COSS Location: Reading and surrounding routes Reporting to: Project Manager Role Purpose The successful candidate will have a strong practical background in railway track maintenance and a detailed understanding of working safely on or near the operational railway. They will be responsible for leading teams, coordinating work activities and ensuring that all maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required Network Rail standards. The role requires a hands-on leader who can make sound decisions under pressure, communicate effectively with the workforce and management, and maintain a consistently high standard of safety. Key Responsibilities Lead and supervise track maintenance teams during planned and reactive maintenance activities. Act as an experienced Controller of Site Safety (COSS) where required. Take responsibility for establishing and maintaining safe systems of work within the limits of the...

Product Delivery Manager - Structural Systems Digital Engineering Contract: Initial 6 Months Day Rate: Circa £600 Inside IR35 Location: Hybrid (Reading as required) Start Date: ASAP Security Clearance: Active SC clearance We are looking for an experienced Product Delivery Manager - Structural Systems Digital Engineering to lead the development and delivery of digital engineering capabilities supporting advanced aircraft structural design and analysis. You will shape the digital toolchains, architectures, and lifecycle environments that underpin 3D CAD, Model-Based Definition (MBD), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), composite and metallic structures, joints and fasteners, structural testing, and certification. Key Responsibilities Own the delivery and continuous improvement of Structural Systems digital engineering capabilities. Develop product roadmaps, delivery plans, and prioritised backlogs aligned with engineering and programme requirements. Support and optimise digital...

Product Delivery Manager - Material & Environmental Engineering Contract: Initial 6 Months Day Rate: Circa £600 Inside IR35 Location: Hybrid (Reading as required) Start Date: ASAP Security Clearance: Active SC clearance We are looking for an experienced Product Delivery Manager - Material & Environmental Engineering to lead the delivery and continuous improvement of digital capabilities supporting materials management, product compliance, and environmental sustainability within a complex aerospace and defence environment. This is a strategic role combining materials engineering, environmental compliance, digital engineering, and product delivery. You will shape the digital toolchains, data environments, and processes that support materials selection and allowables, material and process specifications, batch pedigree and traceability, obsolescence, restricted substances, corrosion and compatibility, coatings and finishes, and environmental compliance. Key...

Electronics Engineer (Contract) Electronic Design Engineer / Hardware Engineer 6-12 months  Immediate start available We're looking for an experienced Electronics Engineer to join a specialist engineering team on a contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the design, development, testing and support of innovative electronic products, working from initial concept through to production. As Electronics Engineer, you will lead electronic design activities, supporting new product development and existing product ranges, and collaborate with manufacturing partners and external design consultants to deliver high-quality solutions. Key accountabilities for Electronic Design Engineer: Leading the design and verification of new electronic products Supporting and enhancing existing designs and products Developing schematics, system architectures and PCB designs Carrying out prototype testing, validation and calibration activities Working closely with...

Static Equipment Discipline Lead Location: Reading, UK Salary Range: £84,200 - £114,000 If you're a static equipment specialist who thrives in early-stage problem-solving and sets technical direction that others can confidently build on, this is a fantastic opportunity with a hiring client in Reading. You'll help shape standards, guide design and analysis, and ensure critical mechanical assets are optimised for safety, compliance and cost effectiveness. What you'll be doing: * Demonstrating breadth across the mechanical (static equipment) discipline, from pressure vessels and towers/reactors to heat exchangers and cryogenic cold boxes * Providing technical oversight and guidance to contractor-led design, analysis, and maintenance of static equipment * Owning and developing static equipment standards for the project, optimising design concepts and equipment selection during pre-FEED and FEED * Identifying critical deliverables and calculations, prioritising reviews to...

Piping & Pipelines Discipline Lead Location: Reading Salary: £84,200 - £114,000 If you enjoy setting the standard, guiding design teams, and ensuring piping systems are safe, cost-effective and buildable, this is a fantastic leadership opportunity with our client in Reading. You'll bring depth in piping and pipelines-plus the credibility to influence decisions early and keep quality front and centre. What you'll be doing: * Lead piping and pipeline design oversight across engineering, quality and fabrication-covering large-bore and high-alloy process and utility piping, pipelines, storage vessels and tanks * Own and develop project piping and pipeline standards, optimising design concepts and driving practical specifications (pipe classes and piping specifications) * Identify critical deliverables and calculations, prioritising reviews to confirm compliance with regulatory, industry and project standards-while protecting cost effectiveness * Provide technical guidance...

Power Systems | EMS | Transmission | SCADA The Role We are recruiting a Power System Network Model Engineer to develop, maintain and validate Transmission Energy Management System (EMS) network models supporting real-time power system operations. You will model electrical network assets, connectivity, topology and telemetry while supporting critical EMS applications including State Estimation, Load Flow and Contingency Analysis. Key Responsibilities * Develop, maintain and enhance Transmission EMS network models. * Create device relationships for substations, busbars, circuit breakers, isolators, transformers, transmission lines, generators, reactive compensation and HVDC assets. * Build and validate network connectivity, topology and SCADA telemetry models. * Support commissioning, network changes, asset updates, model migrations and EMS upgrades. * Resolve model discrepancies across EMS, SCADA, GIS, asset management and planning systems. * Support State...

We are looking to recruit a Project Engineer to support a major capital project involving the introduction of a new production line within a regulated medical manufacturing environment. This position will be joining our thriving UK medical device manufacturing company to work within our Site Services Department.  The successful candidate will play a key role in the technical delivery of the new production line, ensuring equipment and systems are specified, installed, commissioned, and validated in accordance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and project timelines. The role provides exposure to suppliers, manufacturing equipment, and cross-functional collaboration across engineering, quality, and operations teams. Essential Experience/Qualifications  Experience in engineering roles supporting capital equipment or production line projects Experience with equipment specification, installation, and commissioning Experience working in a regulated manufacturing...

Senior Authorised Person (Electrical) Location: Remote, with regular travel to client sites across the UK and Ireland Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday The Role ETA Projects Ltd, part of the BRUSH Group, is looking for an experienced Senior Authorised Person to support healthcare and critical infrastructure clients across the UK and Ireland. Working within our Training & Authorising Engineering Services team, you'll play a key role in ensuring compliance with electrical Safe Systems of Work (SSoW), carrying out technical compliance audits, assessing the competence of Authorised Persons, and providing expert guidance on electrical safety and operational risk management. This is a predominantly remote role, combining home-based working with regular visits to client sites. Occasional travel to our London office may also be required. Key Responsibilities * Conduct technical compliance audits and report on areas of non-compliance. * Assess, recommend and...

Quality Engineer Location:Oxfordshire Rate: £450-£490 per day (umbrella) Contract: 6 months+ (major 2-3 year highways programme, strong extension likelihood) Interview / Start: ASAP Client: Tier 1 Highways Contractor Role Overview Our client is seeking multiple Quality Engineers to support a major highways and civils project in Oxfordshire. This is a long‑term infrastructure programme with significant structures, drainage, earthworks, utilities and roadworks, requiring strong QA/QC oversight throughout construction. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with industry standards, client specifications, inspection and test plans, quality procedures and audit requirements. The role suits detail‑driven engineers with strong civil engineering knowledge and confidence managing quality processes on large‑scale projects. Key Responsibilities Quality Assurance & Compliance Implement the project QA/QC management system on site Verify site activities comply with...

Contract Mechanical Design Engineer - Solid Edge Contract | Mechanical Design | Advanced Engineering | Solid Edge We are currently seeking an experienced Contract Mechanical Design Engineer to join a specialist engineering team working on complex, high-performance systems within the advanced energy and technology sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on mechanical designer with strong Solid Edge experience to contribute to technically challenging projects involving complex mechanical assemblies, cryogenic systems, superconducting technologies, test equipment and associated engineering infrastructure. The Role As a Contract Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for developing mechanical components and assemblies from concept through to manufacture, working closely with engineers, technical specialists, manufacturing teams and suppliers. You will use Solid Edge as a key design tool, producing accurate 3D models and detailed engineering drawings that...

Highways Supervisor Location: Slough Rate: Up to £350pd (Inside IR35) Duration: Long-Term Contract Carmichael UK are seeking an experienced Highways Supervisor to join a major highways and infrastructure project based in Slough. This is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term work on a high-profile scheme, working with a leading contractor delivering critical highway improvements. Responsibilities Supervise day-to-day highways construction activities on site. Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme requirements. Coordinate subcontractors, direct labour, plant, and materials. Carry out site inspections and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. Monitor quality and ensure works are completed to specification. Maintain site records including diaries, permits, inspections, and progress reports. Liaise with Site Managers, Engineers, and client representatives. Support the delivery of traffic management and...

Are you an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer looking for a new and exciting opportunity to join an established engineering business on a 6-month temporary contract? We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded quality professional to become part of a highly experienced team based in Alton. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supplier quality management, continuous improvement initiatives, and supplier development projects, ensuring products consistently meet the highest quality standards and customer expectations. Offering hybrid working, a competitive salary of up to £65,000, and the opportunity to work closely with suppliers and stakeholders across the business, this role would suit someone with a strong background in regulated environments. What’s on Offer Salary up to £65,000 6-month temporary contract, with potential to extend Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the Alton office Opportunity to work within a highly technical...

Job Title: CNC Turner Programmer Job Type: Days based, Perm Location: Hayes Pay: £15 - £19ph DOE Hours: Mon-Thurs 07:30-16:00 / Fri 07:30-15:00 Our client is a customer focused, quality led Sub-Contract Engineering company specialising in Multi–Axis and CNC machining serving a variety of Industries from Aerospace, Oil and gas, Medical & Research. Thriving since the 1980’s our client at present has a workforce of 40 competently skilled engineers. Due to constant expansion they are looking for a CNC Turner Programmer. The role: ⦁ Program, set and operate 2 axis Mori Seiki machines with Fanuc controls ⦁ Demonstrate confidence in machining within ISO9001 standards ⦁ Ability to write new CNC programs long hand at the machine. ⦁ Also, editing pre written programs, the full machine setup including material, tooling, speeds, feeds. ⦁ Carry out in-process inspection using measuring equipment. ⦁ Producing one off, as well as low to medium volume precision parts in a range of hard and...

I'm working with a leading specialist civil engineering who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a major data centre development. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key commercial role on a significant enabling works package, joining a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of complex infrastructure and construction projects across the UK. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll take commercial responsibility for a substantial package of works, working closely with the project team to ensure commercial success from procurement through to final account. Key responsibilities include: Managing the commercial aspects of a major enabling works package Administering NEC contracts and managing contractual obligations Procurement and management of subcontractors Preparing and agreeing valuations, variations and final accounts Cost reporting, forecasting and CVRs Managing change control and...

Are you a Project Manager with experience delivering civils works on Network Rail projects?   Do you have experience tendering and delivering works?   This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager to join a rail contractor to support with tendering and delivery across projects for Network Rail.     Rate: up to £450/day DOE - Umbrella, Inside IR35 Location: Oxfordshire Duration: 6 months, potential for extension   The successful candidate will have a strong rail civils background, with experience managing projects from tender stage through to delivery. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who is comfortable managing site delivery, coordinating subcontractors and stakeholders, and supporting the commercial and technical aspects of tenders.   Requirements: ·Previous experience working as a Project Manager delivering works on Network Rail projects. ·Previous experience working for rail contractors ·Proven experience managing projects through delivery,...

General Foreman Location:Oxfordshire Rate: £380-£400 per day (umbrella) Contract: 6 months+ (major 2-3 year highways programme, strong extension likelihood) Interview / Start: ASAP Client: Tier 1 Highways Contractor Role Overview Our client is seeking an experienced General Foreman to support a major highways and civils development in Oxfordshire. This long‑term programme includes substantial roadworks, structures, drainage, utilities interfaces and general civils delivery, offering stability and strong extension potential. You will lead site teams, manage subcontractors, ensure safe and compliant delivery, maintain progress against programme, and uphold quality and environmental standards across the project. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Oversight Manage Site Engineers, Section Engineers and Foremen Drive a strong safety culture across the entire site team Provide clear daily briefings and maintain accurate site records Construction Delivery Ensure...

Section Engineer Location: Oxfordshire Rate: £450-£480 per day (umbrella) Duration: 6 months+ (major 2-3 year project, strong extension potential) Start: ASAP Interview: ASAP Client: Tier 1 Highways Contractor Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Section Engineer to support a major highways and civils project in Oxfordshire. This is a long‑term programme with substantial roadworks, structures and civils activity, offering stable contract work and strong extension prospects. You will take ownership of site engineering, subcontractor supervision, quality assurance, testing, HSE compliance and technical coordination across key work packages. The role suits a hands‑on engineer with strong civils experience and confidence managing subcontractors and site operations. Key Responsibilities Site & Subcontractor Management Supervise subcontractors and direct labour to ensure safe, efficient delivery Coordinate daily site operations and maintain progress against...

Site Agent Location:Oxfordshire Rate: £500-£550 per day (umbrella) Contract: 6 months+ (major 2-3 year highways programme, strong extension likelihood) Start: ASAP Interview: ASAP Client: Tier 1 Highways Contractor Role Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Site Agent to support a major highways development in Oxfordshire. This is a long‑term programme with substantial civils, roadworks, structures, drainage and utilities interfaces, offering stability and strong extension potential. You will lead Site Engineers and Section Engineers, drive construction delivery, manage subcontractors, oversee planning and programme data, and ensure compliance with HSE, quality and specification requirements. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Manage and mentor Site Engineers and Section Engineers Support the Project Manager in driving construction delivery Allocate and control project resources across work packages Construction Delivery Assist with...

Technical Project Manager Location: Pitstone, England Contract: 6 months Working Pattern: Full-time, on-site We are currently recruiting for a Technical Project Manager to join an engineering team supporting major development programmes. The role will involve taking ownership of defined work packages and coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered against Quality, Cost and Schedule (QCD) objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager with an engineering background to work across a varied portfolio, supporting development programmes, legacy projects and continuous improvement initiatives. The role also offers a structured development pathway towards Senior Project Manager level. Key Responsibilities Own and deliver defined Work Packages against agreed QCD objectives. Coordinate cross-functional engineering and project teams within a matrix environment. Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones and work...