7 jobs found in East Hendred

MEICA Commissioning Engineer | Clean Water Projects | Affinity Water Region Tired of the same old AMP talk? This is one of those rare commissioning roles where you’re trusted to deliver, not micromanaged. You’ll be working on clean water treatment and network upgrade projects within the Affinity Water region, helping to bring essential infrastructure to life across the region. If you like getting hands-on with complex systems, solving problems under pressure, and seeing results that make a real impact on communities, this one’s worth reading. 💡 The Role You’ll take ownership of the full commissioning process — from off-site testing to integration into live water assets. Reporting to a Commissioning Manager who understands the challenges first-hand, you’ll coordinate on-site activities, ensure safety, and make sure every system is delivered to spec and on time. Key responsibilities: • Lead day-to-day commissioning activities and support delivery teams on site • Produce accurate...

️ MEICA Lead x 2 – Major AMP8 Scheme | Oxfordshire | Winsor Corridor Outside IR35 | £475–£550 per day | Long-Term Project Tier 1 Contractor | Major Water Infrastructure Scheme Some freelance roles are there to fill a gap. This one is there because the project genuinely needs someone strong enough to lead it. A leading Tier 1 contractor has secured a major AMP8 water scheme in the Oxfordshire region and is looking for a MEICA Lead to take ownership of delivery across a complex live project environment. They’re looking for someone who can do more than sit in progress meetings and update spreadsheets. They need somebody who understands how MEICA packages actually come together on site and someone comfortable managing technical issues, driving subcontractors, coordinating commissioning activities, and keeping momentum when programmes tighten up. You’ll be heavily involved from delivery through to completion, working alongside senior operational teams on one of the region’s key AMP8...

Authorised Person (Electrical) - Nuclear Project AWE (Site-Based) | SC Clearance Required (DV desirable) Competitive Rate/Outside IR35 + Expenses The Opportunity We're supporting a major nuclear programme and are looking for an experienced Authorised Person (Electrical) to take ownership of electrical safety across a complex, large-scale project. This is a critical role at the heart of project delivery - ensuring safe systems of work, managing energisations and isolations, and driving compliance with nuclear licence conditions and project procedures. If you're an established AP(E) who thrives in high-integrity environments and enjoys influencing teams across construction and commissioning, this is a standout opportunity. What You'll Be Doing As the Electrical AP, you'll be the focal point for electrical safety governance across the project. Key responsibilities include: Managing and coordinating electrical safety in line with approved procedures Overseeing isolations &...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civils 📍 Reading, UK 💰 £500-£550 per day (Outside IR35 - depending on experience) 📅 Start Date: ASAP 📆 Contract Length: 4 Months We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading civil engineering project based in Reading. This is a high-impact role on a major infrastructure scheme, offering a competitive day rate and the opportunity to work with an established and forward-thinking contractor. The Role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for key elements of a large-scale civils project. You will play a crucial role in ensuring financial control, maximising value, and supporting delivery teams to achieve project objectives. Key Responsibilities Manage all commercial aspects of the project lifecycle Prepare, review, and negotiate contracts and subcontracts Monitor project costs, forecasts, and budgets Identify and manage risks, opportunities, and variations Lead on valuations,...

Job Title: Civil Engineer - Water Rate: £35 to £45 per hour (Outside IR35) Location: Thames Valley Type: Contract | Outside IR35 | Hybrid working About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with strong UK water sector experience to support the delivery of complex infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. This is a contract opportunity operating outside IR35, offering long-term project stability and hybrid working. You will provide hands-on technical expertise across the full project lifecycle, supporting design, coordination, and delivery on critical water industry schemes. About Our Client: Our client is a well-established UK engineering consultancy with a strong presence in the water sector. They are recognised for delivering technically robust, sustainable solutions and for working collaboratively with contractors, clients, and stakeholders across major programmes. Key Responsibilities: Project Delivery Support and deliver water sector...

Senior Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineer Leading Engineering Solutions Provider | Hybrid | Long-term Contract | Outside IR35 | Competitive Rate | Current SC Clearance Required | Electrical Infrastructure Experience Essential The Opportunity We're recruiting a Senior Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer to join a leading defence engineering solutions provider. You'll deliver EC&I design across complex defence infrastructure projects, bringing substantial experience in electrical systems design from either critical infrastructure environments (datacentres, utilities, healthcare facilities) or defence and nuclear backgrounds. Contract Details: Outside IR35 | Competitive rate | Hybrid working (2 days on-site every fortnight) | 9-day working fortnight | Current SC clearance essential This role suits experienced EC&I professionals who understand how to design robust electrical systems in demanding, highly-regulated environments....

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...