32 jobs found in Colchester

We are looking for a Freelance Lead P6 Planner to work with one of our clients, one of the UK's largest infrastructure providers. The Planning Lead is responsible for embedding structured planning processes, improving programme quality, and ensuring that planning outputs provide a single version of the truth to support effective delivery and decision-making. Main responsibilities will be portfolio planning and control, programme standardisation, programme quality and assurance, reporting and portfolio insight, planning process ownership, stakeholder engagement, team leadership and coordination and continuous improvement. You'll need experience in baseline programme (P6), monthly updated programmes, programme submission files, lookahead programmes, programme narratives and milestone and progress summaries. This is a minimum of a 3 month contract with a top day rate on offer (Inside IR35)! If yourself or someone you know is looking for work feel free to get in touch

Composite Laminator Location: Witham, Essex Pay Rate: Negotiable (Paid via PAYE Inside IR35) Monday to Friday, 08:00-4:30 (Plus 20% uplift on night shift) Contract: 6 - 12 months, potential for extension/permanent About Us We deliver all aspects of design, engineering, testing and manufacture from a single facility. This vertical integration represents considerable supply chain benefits to our customers and a broad working environment for our teams. We are partners on ultra-premium, low-volume programmes delivering vehicle programmes for the ultra-exclusive, ultra-high-value automotive sector for automotive brands. Role Summary: We have an exciting opportunity for Carbon Laminators to join our team delivering design, engineering, and manufacturing solutions for some of the world's most exclusive and ultra-premium car programmes. If you have a passion and desire for delivering high-end products and components - intricate machining, carbon fibre mould tooling, complex jigs, and...

Product Manager (Contract) - 3 Months East Anglia (Ipswich / Cambridge / Norwich / Chelmsford) Hybrid - 3 days on-site £400-£500 (Umbrella) per day (Inside IR35) We're supporting a well-established organisation to hire a Product Manager on an initial 3-month contract, working on the evolution of a client-facing digital platform. This is a hands-on role combining Product Manager and Product Owner responsibilities, with a focus on shaping and delivering an interactive client portal aligned to a wider digital strategy. You'll operate at the centre of business and technology, helping to translate strategic objectives into clear, actionable product delivery, while improving workflows and user experience across the platform. You'll take ownership of a product area, working across the full lifecycle from discovery and planning through to delivery and iteration. Key responsibilities include: Owning and shaping the product roadmap and backlog aligned to the client digital strategy...

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer looking for a high-value contract on major infrastructure projects? Do you want to play a leading role in delivering complex, multi-disciplinary engineering solutions with a nationally recognised consultancy? We are seeking two Electrical Engineers to join a leading contractor/consultancy on a 6-month contract, with the potential for extension. This role offers a hybrid working model, with offices in Cambridge. The Opportunity ·£75 per hour (Inside IR35) ·6-month contract with strong extension potential ·Hybrid working (3 days office/site-based) ·Opportunity to work on high-profile, critical infrastructure projects ·Exposure to complex, technically challenging work within a leading consultancy environment This is a fantastic opportunity to work on critical UK infrastructure programmes, particularly within the water sector, contributing to innovative and large-scale engineering solutions. You will be part of a highly skilled,...

Are you an SHE advisor with proven experience on infrastructure projects and a strong working knowledge of CDM Regulations?   Do you possess a NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate and CSCS Card?   Location: Cambridgeshire Rate: £350 to £400 umbrella (inside IR35) Contract Length: Until January 2027 Start Date: ASAP   A leading main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced SHE Advisor to support the safe delivery of works on a major water project in Cambridgeshire.   This is a site-based role working closely with operational teams to promote a strong health, safety and environmental culture whilst ensuring works are delivered safely, compliantly and efficiently.   Responsibilities: ·Carry out site inspections, audits and safety tours. ·Support operational teams with risk identification and implementation of control measures. ·Ensure compliance with H&S legislation, CDM regulations and project procedures. ·Provide coaching and practical SHE guidance...

Job Title: Mechanical Supervisor Location: Beckton Rate: £450 per day (Inside IR35 Umbrella PAYE) Duration: 12 months+ Sector: Water / Wastewater The Company We are working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 Water/Wastewater contractor, delivering large capital delivery schemes on behalf of Thames Water. With multiple live projects across clean water sites, they are looking to strengthen their delivery team with the appointment of an experienced Mechanical Supervisor. The Role As a Mechanical Supervisor, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of mechanical packages across major water infrastructure projects. You will oversee site activities, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and programme targets, while supervising both directly employed staff and subcontractors. Key Responsibilities ·Supervise and coordinate mechanical works, including pipework fabrication, welding, and inspection. ·Review and interpret P&IDs and GA drawings to support...

Sapien Engineering are looking for a LabVIEW Engineer to join a defence client on a contract basis. The client is based near Ebbsfleet, Kent. Flexible working options are available once you are fully up to speed with the project. This is an initial 6-month contract, inside IR35 paying circa £70 per hour. Job requirements: * LabVIEW * Software validation and verification * Code module and unit testing * Safety critical standards * Validation strategy Please note all applicants must be eligible for full, un-restricted UK SC clearance. For more information, please apply with an updated copy of your CV ASAP

Quantitative Engineer - Exotic Derivatives (Contract) Location: London, UK (Hybrid/On-site) Engagement: Contract (Inside IR35) Duration: 12 months Rate: £750-£800 per day (via an umbrella company) About the Role We are seeking a Distinguished Quantitative Engineer for a high-impact, senior individual-contributor contract role based in London. This is a position for a seasoned professional with 15+ years of demonstrable experience independently designing, implementing, and delivering production-grade pricing and risk models for complex exotic derivatives across Equity, Rates, FX, and Commodities. We require deep, hands-on ownership. You will be responsible for everything from mathematical formulation and numerical implementation to performance optimisation and direct contribution to live analytics and trading systems. What You Will Do End-to-End Model Ownership: Independently design, implement, and validate pricing and risk models for complex and exotic OTC derivatives...

Our client has an opportunity for a RF Engineer to join them on a contract basis for 6 months with possible extension. You will be designing complex, real-time simulations that surround real hardware. Role: RF Engineer Location: Stevenage, 4 days onsite per week Hours: 37 per week Hourly Rate: £65-£75 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance: BPSS required before starting, full SC to follow What you'll be doing: As a HWIL RF engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing and maintaining new and existing RF equipment and working with multi-disciplinary teams to combine RF, electronics engineering and software development to produce new capabilities that enable the HWIL team to run new simulations. You will be able to adapt to new engineering situations and be comfortable in abstracting detail in order to understand the simulation and missile's behaviour What you'll be doing: Broad engineering experience with deeper experience in some of the following...

Role: Buyer – Projects Location: Greenwich Rate: £40–£45 per hour (Inside IR35) Start Date: ASAP Duration: Initial 6 months (extension subject to project demand) Determination: Inside IR35 Company Overview Our client operates within a large-scale industrial environment, delivering complex infrastructure and capital projects across the UK and internationally. With a strong focus on operational excellence, procurement plays a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The Role We are seeking an experienced Buyer with a strong background in project-based procurement to support ongoing and upcoming projects. This role will involve sourcing and managing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring continuity of supply for key goods and services. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver value-driven procurement solutions across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities *...

Technical Publisher (Entry Level) Type: Temporary Duration: 12 months initially Location: Sandwich, Kent (Hybrid - minimum 2.5 days onsite) Rate: (INSIDE IR35) - up to £21.55 per hour (Umbrella) - up to 19.23 per hour (PAYE) We are partnered with a leading global pharmaceutical company, who are looking for a detail-oriented Technical Publisher to join their global team. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity with full training provided, offering exposure to regulatory submissions that help bring medicines to patients worldwide. Key Responsibilities Support publishing activities to ensure accurate and timely delivery of regulatory submissions Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver publishing portfolios successfully Maintain and update documentation to support system changes, training, and user adoption Assist with testing and validation activities to ensure system functionality and compliance Contribute to implementing digital solutions to improve...

Interim Fire Safety Manager London | 3–6 Month Contract | £400–£600 per day (Inside IR35) The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fire Safety Manager to join a leading property and real estate organisation, managing fire safety across a large, complex and high-profile estate in London. Working as part of the wider Health, Safety, Building Safety and Compliance team, you will play a key role in ensuring fire safety risks are effectively managed, compliance obligations are met, and fire safety standards are maintained across a diverse property portfolio. This position would suit an experienced Fire Safety professional with a strong understanding of fire risk management within commercial property, mixed-use developments, large estates, facilities management or real estate environments. Key Responsibilities * Lead the management and review of fire risk assessments across the estate. * Ensure fire risk assessment actions are appropriately...

Senior Technician - Structures & Geotechnical Engineering  Location: Norfolk (2-3 days per week in office) Contract: 6-month initial contract (with view to extend further) Rate: £300 - £400 per day (Umbrella PAYE, Inside IR35) Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility available Sector: Structures & Geotechnical Engineering The Role An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Technician with strong civil and structural infrastructure design capability to join a busy multidisciplinary engineering environment delivering permanent works across a range of infrastructure schemes. Working within the Structures & Geotechnical team, you will be responsible for producing high-quality BIM models, 3D designs and 2D CAD drawings to support tender, design and delivery stages. You will play a key role in ensuring all outputs are accurate, coordinated and compliant with CDM Regulations and relevant British and European Standards. This role offers the opportunity...

Senior Business Analyst - Broadcast TV Advertising Adtech/Adsales/Airtime Sales Inside IR35 Rate to Umbrella £(Apply online only)pd Hybrid Working - Location - Typically at least 1 dpw West London 6 months initially Looking for a Senior Business Analyst with solid commercial TV Broadcast industry experience, with some experience in Broadcasting TV/Vod Advertising such as Adtech/Adsales/Airtime Sales/Avod etc. Specific experience around Ad inventory planning and forecasting, Ad slotting / optimisation, Ad creative and compliance management would be preferred. Working closely with the business and product team that define outcomes this role will focus on analysis to interpret that and produce the user stories for engineering/development. Looking for a self-starter with 6+ years similar Business Analysis experience gained within the Media/Broadcast Adsales sector and someone available on short notice, ideally within 2 weeks. You will play a key role in delivering...

Planning Officer Hertfordshire £40p/h Inside IR35   Do you want to work for a highly motivated local authority planning team who consistently delivers a high level of service?   You will be mainly working from home, until the authority go back to fully working from the office. The office location can be discussed upon application to the role.   This newly created role is because of an increase in workload and a staff member leaving. You will be required to work both individually and as part of a team to continue the high level of service that the local authority operate to currently.   To be successful in this position you MUST HAVE: 1. A full driving license and access to a car. 2. Recent experience of working in within a local authority development management service. 3 The ability to be in the office once a week (at a minimum) You will also need to have experience working on minor, complex minor applications On offer is an hourly rate of up to £40p/h depending...

Senior Planning Officer Hertfordshire £45p/h to £50 p/h Inside IR35 Do you want to work for a highly motivated local authority planning team who consistently delivers a high level of service?   You will be mainly working from home, with the exception of site visits and key meetings. The office location can be discussed upon application to the role.   This newly created role is because of an increase in workload due to continued development in the local area. The local authority is looking to bring in an experienced planner that can hit the ground running with minimal supervision. You will be required to work both individually and as part of a team to continue the high level of service that the local authority operate to currently. You will be managing a mixed caseload of applications so must be comfortable with this variety.   To be successful in this position you MUST HAVE: ·Valid UK driving license ·Be comfortable working from home and using Microsoft Teams/Zoom...

Workday Test Manager Contract until December 2026 £500–£700 per day DOE (Inside IR35) Location: London or Manchester (Hybrid with remote flexibility) Overview We’re partnering with a fast-growing, technology-led organisation undertaking a significant Workday programme, and are looking to appoint an experienced Workday Test Manager to support delivery through to the end of 2026. This is a key role within the People function, reporting into the Head of Digital People Experience, with responsibility for ensuring high-quality testing across Workday initiatives. The Role As Workday Test Manager, you will take ownership of testing across ongoing Workday activity, ensuring robust quality assurance and successful delivery. You’ll work closely with both technical and functional stakeholders across the business, initially focused on the HCM module, with broader exposure across the Workday ecosystem. What We’re Looking For Proven experience as a Test Manager within Workday...

Client base is St Neots, Cambridgeshire but the role can be REMOTE (client site visits and meetings at St Neots as required).  Summary Acts as a design authority for an engineering discipline with medium complexity. Completes assignments on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects in a cost-effective manner and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies and standards. Core Responsibilities Technical contribution Acts as a technical lead and approves design deliverables. Reviews all project documents for conformity, safety, cybersecurity, and quality assurance requirements. Anticipates and solves unprecedented design problems, crucial issues, and/or unique conditions. Serves as a specialist in the application of advanced concepts and methods. Defines focus areas / priorities for design to ensure technological excellence. Customer and Sales Works with the customer to shape and...

Business Change Consultant - London Market Insurance I am currently working with a London Market Insurance client seeking a Business Change Consultant to support a major transformation programme. This role will provide support to the internal Business Change Lead in shaping and delivering an effective Business Change Strategy, ensuring business stakeholders remain engaged throughout all phases of the programme. Day Rate: £420-£450 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite) Contract: Initial 4 months (strong likelihood of extension) This role requires strong experience within London Market Insurance environments and the ability to operate effectively across business and programme teams. Key Responsibilities: Work closely with the Business Change Lead and Programme Manager to support delivery of change initiatives Identify business change challenges specific to the organisation Recommend and define appropriate change interventions and approaches Support...

Business Architect - Guidewire / London Market Insurance I am currently working on behalf of a London Market Insurance client seeking a Business Architect to support a strategic transformation programme focused on the implementation of Guidewire PolicyCenter and Guidewire ClaimCenter. This role will be responsible for shaping the target operating model and business capability landscape, bridging business strategy, operations, and technology enablement. Day Rate: £420-£450 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite) Contract: Initial 4 months (strong likelihood of extension) This role requires strong experience within London Market Insurance environments and a proven background in business architecture and transformation delivery. Key Responsibilities: Develop business capability maps across underwriting, claims, operations, finance and delegated authority Define target operating model principles and overall transformation objectives Lead future-state...