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Project Site Agent Major Earthworks Project (Hampshire) Permanent | Civil Engineering | Competitive Package + Vehicle James Lambeth Recruitment is working with a leading civil engineering contractor to appoint a Project Site Agent for a major earthworks and infrastructure scheme in Hampshire. This is a site-based role supporting the Project Manager and Contract Manager across delivery, engineering,... ZIPC1_UKTJ

We're looking for a proactive and collaborative Project Manager to join a multidisciplinary engineering team delivering innovative technology solutions. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced technical environment and enjoys working closely with engineers to bring complex products from concept through to production. You'll play a central role in driving projects forwa... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our Saab Seaeye business unit. This Project Manager role has the responsibility for delivering assigned new product projects to the requirements of cost, time and quality and for ensuring that Saab Seaeye is recognised as a Project and Program Management Centre of Excellence within Saab UK and the wider Saab business. Key Responsibilities: * Responsible for the delivery of assigned Saab Seaeye New Product Projects meeting cost, schedule and quality requirements * Deliver to customer contractual requirements * Deliver benefits in line with business case * Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders * Report project status to internal and external stakeholders including customers and project boards * Ensure adherence to the applicable Saab Project delivery processes * Ensure adherence to appropriate risk management and financial control tools during execution * Lead, manage and guide a cross functional project teams * Take a leading role in the Saab UK and Saab Group Project Management community * Support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of best practice program and project management methodologies * Be a recognised leader by being accountable, holding others accountable and driving delivery * Enable a collaborative culture by encouraging communication and team work. * Support the Saab Seaeye organisation generally in developing new business opportunities * Proactively ensure alignment with other Project Managers across the Saab organisation as appropriate. Skills and Experience: * A bachelor's degree in business, project management, or a relevant industry field. * A recognised certification such as PMP or PRINCE 2. * Proven accountability for large-scale budgets and financial control. * Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Jira, or similar PPM tools. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Our clientOur client is a high profile global engineering business looking to recruit an experienced Interim Senior Project Manager for a 6 month contract.The opportunityAs Interim Senior Project Manager you will project manage the deliver of critical components for a large scale complex capital equipment project. Working closely with the supplier, you will look to effective manage risk, challenge expectations and proactively anticipate and solve problems to ensure effective deliver on time.About youAs an Interim Senior Project Manager, you will have considerable experience in the expediting supplier performance to ensure effectively delivery of engineering projects. You will be able to manage on site challenges, mitigate risk of project slippage whilst mitigating risk and solving problems. Previous experience in fabrication, machining, assembly components for large scale capital equipment would be distinctly advantageous. This is a 6 month contract outside of IR35.

Senior Project Manager Portsmouth 12-month contract, Inside IR35 (likely extension)Up to £38/hr PAYE or £50.84/hr Umbrella37 hours | 4.5-day working week An opportunity to join a major engineering organisation delivering complex, high-value programmes where quality, safety and customer outcomes are critical. We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to take ownership of end-to-end delivery across technically challenging projects. You'll lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage schedules and budgets, and act as a key interface between internal teams and customers to ensure delivery on quality, on time and on cost. What you'll be doing • Owning project delivery from scope definition through to execution and reporting, • Leading cross-functional teams and managing stakeholders at all levels, • Controlling schedules, resources, budgets and risk, • Driving quality, resolving issues and embedding lessons learned, • Providing clear, regular project status updatesWhat we're looking for, • Proven project management experience in engineering, manufacturing or regulated environments, • Strong planning, financial and stakeholder management skills, • A pragmatic, delivery-focused approach, • Aerospace or defence experience is advantageous, but not essential Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

Your new company Our client is undertaking a major, multi-year transformation programme focused on modernising systems, strengthening operational performance, and improving how work is delivered across the organisation. The change is organisation-wide and includes live operations, engineering, infrastructure, retail, and safety-critical environments. The programme is actively sponsored by senior leadership and backed by sustained investment. To support this work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager who can take ownership of delivery and drive initiatives through to completion. Your new roleAs Project Manager, you will play a key role in delivering a varied portfolio of technology and operational change initiatives. Reporting into a Senior Project Manager, you will take day-to-day ownership of delivery, working with limited oversight and clear accountability for outcomes.You will lead projects from initiation through delivery and handover, particularly where scope, ownership, or approach is initially unclear. This will involve working closely with senior leaders, operational managers, engineering teams, IT, and external suppliers to agree objectives, shape a pragmatic delivery approach, and move work into controlled execution. The role requires confident ownership of core project activity, including planning, risk and issue management, dependency management, and delivery tracking. You will be expected to make sound delivery decisions, resolve issues early, and keep work moving rather than relying on escalation.You will deliver across a broad mix of initiatives, which may include enterprise systems, infrastructure and cybersecurity, data and reporting, automation, engineering-adjacent technology, and business-wide operational change. Much of this work will be delivered into live environments, requiring careful coordination with operational teams. Throughout delivery, you will provide clear, concise reporting to senior stakeholders, translating technical and operational detail into risks, impacts, and decisions. You will also support operational readiness and adoption, ensuring solutions are embedded and usable once delivered.In addition to delivering individual projects, you will contribute to improving how projects are delivered across the business, using agreed tools, templates, and emerging AI-enabled capabilities pragmatically to improve consistency and visibility. What you'll need to succeed • Proven experience delivering complex projects in technology, operational, engineering, or infrastructure-adjacent environments, • Demonstrable end-to-end project ownership, including planning, RAID management, delivery, and handover, • Confidence operating in situations where scope or direction is not fully defined at the outset, • Experience working across multiple business functions, not solely within IT, • Experience managing third-party suppliers and holding them accountable for delivery, • Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment, • Experience communicating with senior stakeholders and supporting decision-making, • Competitive pension contributions, • Bonus schemes and employee recognition programmes, • Life assurance and insurance cover, • Generous annual leave allowance (up to 33 days), • Christmas bonus, • Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, car schemes, pension), • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering 24/7 confidential support, • Virtual GP service, • Annual flu vaccinations Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Role Overview Are you interested in contributing to the UK's defence and security, with a company developing and delivering advanced communications solutions? Do you have experience in contract management and contract negotiation? Do you want to help close business contracts in a company which offers you excellent personal growth opportunities? As a leader in the defence and space industry, a Commercial Manager is sought by Airbus to play a central role in the preparation, negotiation and management of all commercial commitments across all stages from acquisition of project to contract closure relating to UK Space Digital (SD) projects. Our customer's need "Information Superiority" - and SD has been delivering mission critical services for decades and is investing to keep our customers ahead of the game. Our Commercial and Contracts team is empowered to bring the customer expectations and the internal company requirements into a commercial strategy. We identify and manage the commercial risks from the pre-bid phase up to project closure; as well as acting as focal point for offers and contracts and lead the commercial contract negotiation make informed decisions, building resilience into our network and setting best in class standards. To be successful in this role you will have a passion for developing close working relationships with customers whilst understanding and managing large contracts, in addition to taking satisfaction of employing and sharing best practice whilst improving processes within an organisation and team. These are exciting times at Airbus as the scope of work in Secure Communications continues to develop. We are looking for people to join us who share our values which are: • Team work - We feel, act and behave as one large family - We are One - and create an engaging and inclusive workplace that favours wellbeing, fun and trust to drive team work, • Customer - We partner with our customers to deliver valuable and sustainable solutions together, • Reliability - Our reliability drives our competences and mind-set to deliver on time, on cost and on quality, • Respect - We treat each other and all stakeholders as we wish to be treated, with respect, embracing diversity, • Creativity - We are curious, courageous, passionate, open-minded and recognise creativity at all levels Responsibilities Reporting directly to the UK Head of Department within the Commercial and Contracts function, you will be responsible for managing a range of Contractual and Commercial topics including: • Providing Commercial support to complex bids which require innovation and creativity, • Ongoing management of contracts ranging in values and up to hundreds of millions, • Providing Commercial support to manage change on existing contracts, • Reviewing and Leading the negotiation of a variety of contractual agreements, • Working closely with and managing key stakeholders to deliver profitable solutions ensuring that Commercial risks are highlighted, mitigated and governance is followed, • Working with the procurement organisation to advise on key contractual obligations and risks, ensuring flow down of key terms, • Managing in accordance with company procedures and contractual requirements, to ensure efficient and accurate performance, • Developing relationship with customers to ensure smooth running of existing contracts, • Working flexibly to provide support to the wider business in order to provide commercial guidance and management, • Employing commercial best practice, efficiency and responsiveness within an ethical environment Skill Set Essential skills & experience: • Demonstrated experience within the commercial field, • Experience in a customer facing role, • Experience in a competitive bid situation, • Proven negotiation and contract management skills, • Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to interact and influence across a range of stakeholders, • Knowledge of the defence industry, • Attention to detail, • Problem solving ability, • Understands the principles of project management, risk management and finance, • Security cleared or ability to pass clearance at SC level Desirable skills & experience • Cross-functional interaction with projects, finance, engineering and sales, • Experience working with the UK MOD on a range of proposals and contracts, • Knowledge of Single Source Regulations and contracting in accordance with the Defence Reform Act, • Experience in preparing and executing winning proposals, • A self-starter, capable of delivering a high quality complex workload with minimum supervision, • Experience in the subject of continuous improvement Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Commercial Manager – Future Products (Autonomy) Location: Portsmouth Broad Oak – Hybrid, 3 days per week We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a member of the Future Products team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Senior Commercial Manager in the shaping and securing of the next generation of autonomous and future defence capabilities. This is not a traditional contracts or post-award commercial role. Instead, this position sits at the front end of innovation, supporting business winning, fast-paced bidding, and early customer engagement across emerging technologies where pace, agility and creativity are critical to success. You will be managing a portfolio of bids and opportunities to a range of domestic and international customers, operating in environments where precedent may not exist, typical processes may not apply, and where confidence, judgement and influence are essential, particularly when engaging with senior leadership and external stakeholders. If you are a commercial professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, future-focused work and who is comfortable forging new paths rather than following old ones, we’d like to hear from you. Core duties: • You will support the shaping of the commercial strategy for Future Products, from concept through to contract award, • You will lead business winning activities, including competitive and rapid-turn bids, demonstrations, prototypes, and early customer engagement, • You will develop innovative commercial approaches, including alternative contracting models, partnerships, and frameworks tailored to agile development and rapid delivery, • You will challenge traditional thinking to enable speed, flexibility and risk-managed innovation in line with customer demand, • You will work closely with project, engineering, strategy, finance and business development teams to align commercial solutions with technical and operational realities, • You will have a proven commercial background, with a clear focus on pre-contract activity, bidding and deal shaping, whilst demonstrating ability to subsequently manage contracts that are won, • You will bring experience within complex environments to the role, ideally alongside a business degree, • You will be experienced in non-standard or innovative contracting approaches, which will be showcased in your ability to influence stakeholders to drive desired outcomes You will be playing a key role in shaping future defence capabilities, rather than maintaining legacy contracts, within the wider products team. This is an opportunity for you to influence how the business wins, structures and delivers cutting-edge programmes. In a high visibility role, you will make an impact through exposure to senior decision makers. This will be achieved through your leadership skills, which will showcase your creativity, curiosity and commercial courage. Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-AG1 #LI-Hybrid

🚨 Key Account Manager 📍 Portsmouth | 💰 £70,000 – £80,000 + Package | 🏡 Hybrid Working | Permanent We’re working with a growing multi-disciplinary design & build consultancy looking to appoint an experienced Key Account Manager to take ownership of several strategically important client relationships across complex and high-profile projects. This isn’t a traditional sales role and wouldn’t suit someone from a purely target-driven or transactional account management background. They’re looking for someone who can operate comfortably within a technical consultancy environment and genuinely understands how multi-disciplinary design and project delivery works. The business operates across areas including Mechanical & Electrical Design, Civil & Structural Engineering, Architecture, Building Surveying and BIM, so candidates will ideally come from one of these sectors or have previous experience working closely within a similar design, construction or consultancy-led environment. You’ll be focused on developing and strengthening long-term client relationships, coordinating with internal technical teams and ensuring projects and programmes continue to run smoothly and professionally. The salary range is intentionally broad and will depend on factors such as your sector background, technical understanding, level of account responsibility and experience operating within complex project environments. The Role 🔹 Manage and develop a portfolio of key client accounts 🔹 Act as the main relationship lead for strategic customers 🔹 Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and decision makers 🔹 Work closely with internal multi-disciplinary teams across design and delivery 🔹 Support long-term account growth and identify further service opportunities 🔹 Maintain oversight of project delivery, performance and client expectations 🔹 Manage account risks, issues and escalation points where required 🔹 Ensure projects are delivered in line with contractual and operational requirements 🔹 Support wider business development activity within existing accounts What They’re Looking For ✅ Proven experience in a Key Account Manager, Client Manager or similar role ✅ Background within consultancy, design, engineering, construction or programme-led environments ✅ Understanding of the design & build process and multi-disciplinary project delivery ✅ Ideally exposure to disciplines such as M&E Design, Civil / Structural Engineering, Architecture, Building Surveying or BIM ✅ Strong stakeholder management and communication skills ✅ Commercial awareness with a relationship-led approach ✅ Able to operate professionally within regulated and security-conscious environments What’s On Offer 💰 £70,000 – £80,000 depending on experience, technical understanding and sector background 🏡 Hybrid working with flexibility around client commitments 📈 Clear long-term progression opportunities 🤝 Exposure to complex, high-profile programmes and projects 🎯 Supportive environment with genuine autonomy and trust Due to the nature of the work and potential security clearance requirements attached to some projects, applicants will need to be eligible to obtain UK security clearance. 📩 For further information or to apply, please submit your CV and we’ll be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

Job Title: Senior Structural Design Manager (Buildings) Location: HM Naval Base, Portsmouth Service Area: Asset Management Hours of Work: 37 hours per week Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 What You’ll be doing: • Reporting to the Principal Structural Design Manager, you'll have vital responsibility for developing the client’s outline strategic project requirement into a detailed Project Brief Requirements, developing the project delivery strategy and layering additional requirements and documentation to address project performance, constraints, risks, applicable standards/regulations, and acceptance criteria., • Working closely with the Project Manager, you’ll also be responsible for building, developing, and managing multi-discipline internal and external design teams. By extension, you’ll manage the design process through the development of the RIBA Plan of Work, considering the feasibility and appropriateness of designs in practice and ensuring the design process meets the relevant legislation and regulations., • Operationally, you’ll also ensure designs align to client’s strategic and environmental objectives, being familiar and versed in environmentally considerate design, energy and carbon saving design approaches and awareness of technology., • Lastly to note, you’ll confidently support and advise the client regarding the technical requirements. You’ll Have: • A degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering and significant experience in relation to the seniority of the post., • Hold or be working towards chartership in their relevant area of expertise., • Your background should include exposure to a wide range of project typologies, which may include new structures, repairs, refurbishments, work on heritage and listed structures., • You should be familiar with the entire project lifecycle (RIBA Stage 1-7) and possess in-depth knowledge of engineering, procurement, and construction aspects related to project delivery., • Knowledge of the RIBA Plan of Work, Building Regulations, British standards and Eurocodes is equally essential. About you: In this role, you will need: • Strong communication and negotiation skills to effectively monitor and influence various aspects of the project., • Key attributes such as listening and being concise will be essential., • Ability to build relationships and collaborate with others will contribute to the overall quality and success of the project., • You will ensure successful outcomes at every stage of the project, by being persuasive and clear in your interactions., • To be adept at conveying complex concepts and work streams in a clear manner with consideration to the target audience., • To be able to confidently deliver mentorship and support other engineers, particularly those less experienced. You’ll get: • A competitive salary, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Holiday purchase scheme, following successful completion of probation period, • Early finish on a Friday, • Discretionary company bonus scheme, • Enhanced pension scheme – employee contribution 4% and company contribution 6%, or the employee can increase their contribution to 6% and company contribution 8%, • Life assurance x 4 (subject to scheme T&C’s), • Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues, • Cycle to work scheme, • Group income protection, • Flexible parental benefits (if applicable), • Free parking onsite, • Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position., • Continued professional career development, • Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme), • Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services, • 50% off entry into the Historic Dockyard Application process: Applications are urged to apply prior to the advertising closing date of 2nd April 2026. Background checks & security Please note that due to the nature of the site we are based on and the work carried out, once offered we carry out a number of pre-employment checks which include UKSV clearance applications – you will need to be eligible for this and willing to go through the process. For more information, please speak with the Talent & Recruitment team. About us: At KBS Maritime, we're not just another company – we're an exciting and dynamic joint venture between industry leaders BAE Systems and KBR. Our team is dedicated to providing Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty's Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP), the beating heart of the Royal Navy. With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy's surface ships stationed at HMNBP, working with KBS Maritime means being at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique and fascinating environment, with a mix of historic dockyards and cutting-edge infrastructure that's unlike any other. By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK's National Defence and Security. But it's not just about the work – at KBS Maritime, we believe in the value of our people. We have the ethos of a small business, which means we value and empower our team members to succeed. KBS Maritime is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of every social or cultural background, age, gender, ability, sexual orientation, and belief. We will make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to accommodate any disability. 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Are you an experienced Group HSE Manager ready to take ownership of health, safety and environmental strategy across multiple manufacturing sites? Do you combine strong technical knowledge with pragmatic leadership and the ability to influence at Board level? If so, this could be an outstanding opportunity. We’re supporting a well-established international manufacturing group seeking a senior HSE leader to shape and drive corporate strategy across all sites. This is a highly visible, Group-level role reporting directly to the Managing Director. What’s the role all about? As Group Health, Safety & Environment Manager, you will be responsible for formulating, coordinating and monitoring all corporate HSE programmes, ensuring consistent implementation across multiple locations. You’ll act as the strategic lead for Health, Safety and Environmental performance — embedding standards, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across the division. Your responsibilities will include: • Developing and maintaining Group HSE policies and procedures, • Leading and monitoring HSE performance against Board-level KPIs, • Implementing and driving ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards, • Establishing new environmental programmes across all sites, • Conducting corporate HSE audits across multiple locations, • Advising Executive Management on serious incidents and regulatory matters, • Ensuring statutory compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, • Leading investigations into accidents, environmental incidents and near misses, • Analysing HSE data and presenting trends to senior leadership, • Advising on safe systems of work, risk assessments and operational procedures, • Supporting safe design and commissioning of new plant, equipment and facilities, • Building and maintaining relationships with regulatory authorities, • Driving HSE training, awareness and behavioural safety initiatives This is a strategic yet hands-on leadership role where visibility, credibility and influence are essential. What you’ll need To succeed as a Group HSE Manager, you’ll bring: • NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, • Environmental qualification (IEMA or NEBOSH Environmental Certificate), • Strong working knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, • Extensive experience in a manufacturing HSE leadership role, • Experience managing HSE performance across multiple sites, • Excellent understanding of UK statutory HSE legislation, • Proven ability to engage at Board and senior leadership level, • Strong analytical and reporting capability, • Engineering background or qualification (HNC or apprenticeship) You’re a self-driven, pragmatic and highly credible leader. You can operate strategically while remaining grounded in operational reality. You’re confident influencing senior stakeholders but equally comfortable engaging with teams on the shop floor. You’ll be: • Professional and approachable, • Forward-thinking and solutions-focused, • Commercially aware, • Organised and deadline-driven, • A strong communicator and motivator, • Senior, Group-level leadership position, • Opportunity to shape corporate HSE strategy, • Influence at Board level, • Multi-site exposure within an established manufacturing group This is a multi-site Group role requiring regular travel across UK manufacturing sites and occasional out-of-hours support when required. Ready to lead at Group level? If you’re an experienced Group HSE Manager looking for a strategic leadership role where you can genuinely shape policy, culture and performance, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion. Kingdom People are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Site Agent Havant / Portsmouth £400 per day self-employed or £60,000 to £75,000 per annum The Opportunity We are working in partnership with a leading UK civil engineering contractor delivering a flagship infrastructure scheme in the South. This is an opportunity to join a large-scale, technically complex project and play a key role in one of the most significant infrastructure schemes currently underway in the UK. Due to continued growth and increasing workload on site, we are looking to appoint an experienced Site Agent to take ownership of key work packages across the project. The Role As Site Agent, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and successful delivery of a defined section of works, ensuring programme, quality, safety, and commercial objectives are achieved. This is a site-based role on a major long-term infrastructure project. Key Responsibilities • Manage day-to-day site operations, including labour, plant, and subcontractors, • Take ownership of key work packages such as earthworks, drainage, and structures, • Ensure works are delivered in line with programme, drawings, and specifications, • Drive and maintain high standards of health and safety across all site activities, • Develop and manage short-term programmes and lookaheads, • Monitor progress and implement corrective actions to maintain programme, • Work closely with commercial teams on cost control, change, and variations under NEC contracts, • Lead and coordinate site teams, including Sub Agents, Engineers, and Foremen, • Act as a key link between site delivery teams and senior project leadership About You • Proven experience as a Site Agent on civil engineering or infrastructure projects, • Strong background in earthworks, highways, or water-related schemes, • Experience working under NEC contracts, • Ability to manage programmes, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary site teams effectively, • SMSTS and CSCS as a minimum, • HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering preferred Why Apply • Opportunity to work on a landmark UK infrastructure project, • Long-term programme offering continuity and stability, • Join a contractor with a strong reputation and healthy pipeline of work, • Clear progression routes into Project Manager positions, • Competitive package, whether on a self-employed day rate or permanent salary basis Apply If you are an experienced Site Agent looking for your next challenge on a major civils scheme, apply today or contact Luke Thompson for more information.

Job Title: Design Manager (Civil & Maritime) Location: HM Naval Base, Portsmouth (HMNBP) Service Area: Asset Management Hours of Work: 37 Per week Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 As part of the waterfront engineering team that reports to the Principal Maritime Civil Design Manager, you will be working collaboratively with multi-discipline engineering teams. You will be responsible for effectively delivering and managing design solutions for medium to large sized complex projects, from inception to in-service. Other duties will include: • Ensuring designs align to client’s strategic and environmental objectives, including Net Zero Carbon etc, and actively offer innovations to support these objectives., • Responsibility for checking that designs delivered by sub-contractors conform with the Statement of Requirement, standards/legislation, and the client’s strategic requirements., • Responsible for preparing Safe to Operate statements for endorsement by the Chief Engineer, the client and the Principal Engineer. You’ll Have: • Degree / HND or equivalent of BEng/BSc in Civil Engineering or sub-disciplines, • Familiarity with infrastructures such as Waterfronts, foundations and/or peripheral engineering systems, • Professional experience of the full engineering life-cycle, including procurement and construction, • Knowledge of building regulations and British standards for civil works, and relevant regulations including PUWER, LOLER, CDM Regulations, Temporary Works etc., • Ability to work directly with the client without direct management supervision and instruction. About you: You’ll be reliable in consistently delivering work, with ability to solve project or design issues. You will also work confidently with other departments and be able to articulate technical simplification. As well as working with the broader business, you will also act as a mentor to support fellow engineers within your team. You’ll get: • A competitive salary, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Enhanced pension scheme, • Life assurance, • Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues, • Cycle to work scheme, • Group income protection, • Flexible parental benefits (if applicable), • Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position., • Continued professional career development, • Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme), • Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services, • 50% off entry into the Historic Dockyard About Us: At KBS Maritime, we're not just another company – we're an exciting and dynamic joint venture between industry leaders BAE Systems and KBR. Our team is dedicated to providing Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty's Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP), the beating heart of the Royal Navy. With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy's surface ships stationed at HMNBP, working with KBS Maritime means being at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique and fascinating environment, with a mix of historic dockyards and cutting-edge infrastructure that's unlike any other. By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK's National Defence and Security. But it's not just about the work – at KBS Maritime, we believe in the value of our people. We have the ethos of a small business, which means we value and empower our team members to succeed.

Position: Assistant Contracts Manager Location: Havant, Hampshire Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 DOE + £525/month Car Allowance + Healthcare + Bonus We are proud to be working with a well-established and highly respected Civil Engineering Contractor, delivering major infrastructure, water, coastal defence and environmental projects across the South of England. With a strong pipeline of secured work and a reputation for delivering technically challenging schemes, this contractor continues to grow while maintaining a people-first culture focused on long-term development and progression. Due to continued expansion, they are now seeking a Graduate Contracts Manager to join their team based on a flagship infrastructure project in Havant. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate looking to build a long-term career within civil engineering and project delivery, gaining exposure to commercial management, programme coordination, subcontractor management and operational delivery on complex projects. The company are looking for someone with strong attention to detail, commercial awareness, and the ability to work independently and proactively rather than in a purely task-orientated role. This position would suit an ambitious graduate looking to develop into a future Contracts Manager within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Assistant Contracts Manager Salary & Benefits • £28,000 - £30,000 starting salary DOE, • £525 per month car allowance, • Discretionary bonus scheme, • Pension scheme with employer contributions, • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, • Private Healthcare, • Long-term career progression and mentoring, • Exposure to large-scale infrastructure projects, • Supportive and collaborative working environment, • Training and development opportunities Assistant Contracts Manager Job Overview • Supporting the Contracts and Project Management teams across major civil engineering projects, • Assisting with programme monitoring, project coordination and reporting, • Liaising with site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and stakeholders, • Supporting commercial and contractual processes across live projects, • Monitoring project documentation, progress and compliance requirements, • Assisting with procurement activities and subcontractor coordination, • Supporting project reviews and operational meetings, • Developing an understanding of NEC contracts and project delivery processes, • Helping ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and within programme constraints, • Working closely with senior leadership to gain broad operational exposure Assistant Contracts Manager Job Requirements • Degree qualified within Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, • Commercial awareness and business-minded approach, • Ability to work independently and use initiative, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Ambitious and eager to develop a long-term career within Contracts Management, • Full UK Driving Licence preferred, • Previous placement, internship or construction industry exposure advantageous, • Good IT skills including Microsoft Office applications This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to join a highly regarded contractor offering genuine long-term progression, exposure to landmark infrastructure projects, and the chance to develop into a senior operational role within the business.

An FM provider are hiring a Project Manager to deliver billable work programmes to commercial sites. Your new company Our client are a specialist facilities service provider who deliver services to a commercial portfolio spanning the UK. They are hiring a Project Manager to join their team to drive the delivery of billable work project programmes across a number of sites in Hampshire, based from Fareham. Your new role As Project Manager, you will be responsible for driving projects to completion, assessing and mitigating risks, and ensuring successful execution. You will oversee the delivery of Billable Works in compliance with government regulations, statutory requirements, and health and safety policies. You will manage and monitor Supply Chain teams, ensuring qualified professionals are assigned to tasks that meet safety, quality, and performance standards. Reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements will be a key responsibility to maintain high safety and compliance levels. Collaboration will be central to your role. You will work closely with client representatives, local customer service teams, and site managers to agree on project scope, priorities, and timelines. Progressing tasks end-to-end through the Maximo system and ensuring timely completion of project documentation, including SharePoint uploads, will be part of your day-to-day responsibilities. Your role will also involve supporting end users and management in providing effective solutions to customer requirements, with a particular focus on supporting the client’s carbon reduction targets. You will play a key role in resolving customer issues and ensuring complaints are addressed in a timely and satisfactory manner. You will be responsible for managing project costs, ensuring stakeholder expectations are met through sound commercial decisions, and maintaining value for money. Collaborating with all stakeholders, you will help mitigate contract risks and ensure work plans and budgets align with operational needs. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role, you will require demonstrable experience in project management delivering construction, refurbishment and engineering works. You will also require: • HND or equivalent in building/civil engineering, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or similar, • APM, RICS, MCIOB or similar, • Asbestos RP, Legionella RP, or AP training desirable, however not essential, • Experience in project management, including leading teams, stakeholder management, cost control, and operational planning., • Experience in supervising site operations, managing work priorities, and driving performance improvements., • Up to £50,000 starting salary, • Company car / car allowance, • 25 days leave + bank holidays, • Private medical cover, • 6% matched pension contributions If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4779270

Freelance Site Manager / Senior Site Manager Freelance Site Manager / Senior Site ManagerLocation: Portsmouth Contract Length: 2-3 months Start Date: ASAP Pay: £350 per day (PAYE / Umbrella only - No CIS) We are recruiting for an experienced Site Manager / Senior Site Manager to support a leading South Coast contractor on a major educational development in Portsmouth. This role focuses on early-phase delivery, including full site set-up, civils coordination, and utilities installation during a key stage of the project. Role Responsibilities • Overseeing full site establishment and logistics planning, • Managing groundworks and civils interfaces, • Coordinating temporary works with the project engineering team, • Planning and sequencing utilities and service installation, • Leading daily coordination with subcontractors, • Ensuring all works meet safety standards, specifications and programme targets, • Proven experience as a Site Manager on large construction schemes, • Strong background in groundworks, civils and early-stage project delivery, • Ability to manage multiple trades and maintain site standards, • Black CSCS Card, • SMSTS, • 2-3 month contract, • Immediate start available, • £350 per day (PAYE / Umbrella)

Project Manager Location: Portsmouth Rate: Up to £38 per hour PAYE / £50.84 per hour Umbrella Contract Duration: 12 months (possible extension) Hours: 37 hours per week (overtime paid at standard rate) IR35: Inside IR35 An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join a major engineering and defence programme based in Portsmouth. Working within a complex, regulated environment, you will be responsible for leading multifunctional teams to deliver projects on quality, on time and on cost. Key Responsibilities • Lead and coordinate multifunctional project teams to deliver agreed project objectives, • Develop and maintain robust project plans, schedules, budgets and resource forecasts, • Manage customer and stakeholder relationships, ensuring clear and timely communication, • Own project reporting, highlighting risks, issues and mitigation actions, • Control project finances, cost performance and schedule adherence, • Maintain and update risk registers and ensure effective risk mitigation, • Ensure full compliance with health, safety, ethics and quality standards, • Manage change, non‑quality issues and lessons learned throughout the project lifecycle Skills & Experience • Proven experience delivering projects within engineering, defence or aerospace environments, • Strong background in project planning, scheduling, budgeting and risk management, • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and interfacing with internal and external stakeholders, • Confident producing clear project status reports and managing customer expectations, • Familiarity with structured project management frameworks, • Aerospace or defence sector experience is advantageous Additional Information • Security Clearance: SC clearance required, • Nationality Requirement: British National This role is well suited to a Project Manager looking for a long-term contract within a high-profile, technically complex environment, offering competitive rates and the opportunity to contribute to critical programmes.

Due to significant new business opportunities and continued growth, CMS2 is expanding its Project Management team. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a proven background in R&D-led, defence or safety-critical engineering environments to deliver complex, technology-driven equipment programmes within a highly regulated industry. This role is best suited to candidates with experience delivering projects where technical complexity, regulatory compliance, and mission-critical performance are fundamental to success. This is a highly visible role operating at the forefront of advanced maritime defence systems, leading multi-disciplined teams across the full project lifecycle — from early concept and development, through qualification and production, to life-in-service support and, where required, product retirement. You will operate with genuine accountability, influence, and autonomy within a business built on engineering excellence, safety-critical delivery, and customer trust. The Role You will be accountable for the end-to-end delivery of complex technical projects, ensuring time, cost, and quality objectives are achieved while complying with strict regulatory, contractual, and governance requirements. You will lead matrix and integrated project teams, manage senior internal and external stakeholders, and provide clear, data-driven reporting to customers and senior leadership. Key Responsibilities • Deliver complex technical projects using business-standard PM tools (e.g. Gantt charts, ROI trackers), • Lead and coordinate multi-disciplined matrix project teams, • Own project financial planning, forecasting, and cost control, • Produce and present robust project reporting for customers and senior stakeholders, • Maintain strong commercial control of the contracts, effectively managing scope and change both internally and with customers., • Maintain strong project and contractual baseline control, managing change effectively, • Deliver projects in line with the CMS2 project lifecycle, • Promote best practice and actively develop project team capability, • Track and support the business through project KPIs, • Manage customer relationships and reporting for assigned projects, • Drive stakeholder alignment and proactively manage risk, issues, and opportunities, • Support new business bids within the scope of the Project Management role General Activities • Support the Project Management Director with process and tool improvements, • Provide cover and support for colleagues during peak periods or absence, • Maintain continuous professional development, • Act as a professional ambassador for CMS2 at all times What We’re Looking For Essential • Proven experience in Project / Programme Management, ideally within a regulated engineering, defence, or manufacturing environment, • Background in engineering, manufacturing, defence, or similar technical industries, • Demonstrable track record of delivering projects to time, cost, and quality, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and negotiate at all levels, • Effective and credible presenter; professional and credible with customers and senior stakeholders, • Strong planning capability with high attention to detail and financial management acumen, • Solid understanding of full project lifecycle / stage-gate delivery, • Experience managing risk, opportunity, and lessons-learned processes, • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project and MS Office, • Commercial awareness and business management mindset, • Clear commitment to continuous improvement, • Experience with recognised PM methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, APM PMQ, PMP) Desirable • Formal Project Management qualification (APM or similar), • Degree qualified or equivalent relevant experience, • Experience of matrix management, • ERP / MRP system exposure, • Lean manufacturing or business transformation experience, • Understanding of governance, planning, and organisational strategy Travel • UK-based role with occasional UK and overseas travel (Overseas travel not expected to exceed one month) Security • Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK., • Candidates will need to undergo an internal BPSS check prior to gaining site access., • Candidates will also need to either hold a current SC clearance or be willing and eligible to undergo a Security Clearance check (SC level) upon starting their employment with the company., • To gain SC clearance you will normally need at least 5 years’ UK residency.

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager (Base) Location: HM Naval Base, Portsmouth (HMNBP) Service Area: Infrastructure Programme Hours of Work: 37 Per week Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £30,000 – 45,000 What you will be doing: As the Assistant Project Manager for the Base team, you will be responsible for delivering the Project programme by taking responsibility for all day-to-day issues within the defined section of work, as part of the Project execution delivery at Portsmouth Naval Base, PNB. This role will be based in the Base Programme area and may support one of a Senior Project Manager’s for one of the major projects being undertaken by the KBS Project Execution team. • You will ensure the safe, to programme and to budget delivery of a Minor or low value Major project from scope to completion and handover, under supervision of the Programme Manager, delegated Project Manager or Senior Project Manager., • The projects will be either trade packages or main contractor delivered works as required by the Project Execution team at PNB, and of varying complexity and value., • Act as POC for the relevant project and interacts with the client, users and the KBS team., • Coordinate and agree workplans with other PNB stakeholders impacted by the projects., • Oversight of the design deliverable programme with the Design Manager to produce required design information to enable the procurement of packages of work., • Monitor subcontract operations to ensure that work carried out is delivered to the design, Quality and Environmental standards., • Ensure that progress against programme is regularly planned and reviewed, and all potential and/or actual risks are quickly identified and resolved or bought to the Prog Managers attention., • Monitor and report progress to the Programme, Project Manager or Senior Project Manager at regular intervals., • Report on milestones on a weekly and monthly basis to meet the contract PIs and KPIs. What you will bring: • You will have proven experience within a project management environment, with the ability to work directly with the customer with Project Management supervision, instruction and mentoring., • Experience in multi disciple projects is an advantage, • Knowledge of Building Regulations and British standards an advantage., • Knowledge of engineering construction aspects of delivering projects an advantage. About you: • You will be a logical thinker and enjoy working in an ordered fashion., • Excellent communication and influencing skills - actively listens, clarifies, gives/seeks feedback, clear and concise, able to negotiate., • Good organisational skills – you plan well in advance, sets clear objectives, reviews progress against plan, and encourage improvements., • If you are working towards a Professional Qualification in Construction or Project Management, or likewise a ONC/OND or degree in Project Management, Building or Architecture, this would be advantageous but not essential. You’ll get: • A competitive salary, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Holiday purchase scheme, following successful completion of probation period, • Early finish on a Friday, • Discretionary company bonus scheme, • Enhanced pension scheme – employee contribution 4% and company contribution 6%, or you can increase your contribution to 6% and company contribution will increase to 10%, • Life assurance x 4 (subject to scheme T&C’s), • Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues, • Cycle to work scheme, • Group income protection, • Flexible parental benefits (if applicable), • Free parking onsite, • Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position., • Continued professional career development, • Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme), • Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services, • 50% off entry into the Historic Dockyard Application process: Applications are urged to apply prior to the advertising closing date of Friday 15th May 2026. Interviews are due to take place week commencing 1st June. Background checks & security Please note that due to the nature of the site we are based on and the work carried out, once offered we carry out a number of pre-employment checks which include UKSV clearance applications – you will need to be eligible for this and willing to go through the process. For more information, please speak with the Talent & Recruitment team. About us: At KBS Maritime, we're not just another company – we're an exciting and dynamic joint venture between industry leaders BAE Systems and KBR. Our team is dedicated to providing Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty's Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP), the beating heart of the Royal Navy. With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy's surface ships stationed at HMNBP, working with KBS Maritime means being at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique and fascinating environment, with a mix of historic dockyards and cutting-edge infrastructure that's unlike any other. By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK's National Defence and Security. But it's not just about the work – at KBS Maritime, we believe in the value of our people. We have the ethos of a small business, which means we value and empower our team members to succeed. KBS Maritime is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of every social or cultural background, age, gender, ability, sexual orientation, and belief. We will make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to accommodate any disability. 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Delivery Manager 📍 Location: Portsmouth 🕒 Full-time We are seeking an experienced and driven Delivery Manager to join our growing team, overseeing the successful delivery of shiprepair, fabrication, mechanical fitting, and pipe fitting projects. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with a strong marine or engineering background who thrives in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment. The Role As Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for supervising teams, managing projects from quotation through to completion, and ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency are maintained. Key Responsibilities • Lead, supervise, and monitor workforce activities across shiprepair, fabrication, mechanical fitting, and pipefitting operations, • Plan, cost, and deliver projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are achieved, • Maintain compliance with health & safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards, • Manage workforce allocation, performance, and development, supporting training and onboarding, • Ensure high standards of housekeeping across workshops, vessels, and operational sites, • Oversee maintenance and servicing of machinery, equipment, and pipework systems, • Monitor and control tools, equipment, and materials to prevent loss and ensure availability, • Support procurement processes to maintain efficient operations, • Produce reports on project progress, quality, and completion, • Act as a key point of contact for operational issues, including emergency or on-call shiprepair work What We’re Looking For • Minimum 5 years’ experience in shiprepair, marine, mechanical, or civil engineering environments, • Strong knowledge of mechanical fitting and/or pipefitting, • Proven experience supervising teams and delivering engineering projects, • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications, • Excellent organisational, planning, and problem-solving skills, • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels, • A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently, • Willingness to travel to other sites when required, • Full UK driving licence

Copello are supporting in the recruitment of a Project Manager to join a growing engineering organisation, to support the delivery of complex technical projects from concept through to production. This role suits someone who enjoys working closely with multidisciplinary teams (electronics, software, mechanical), helping remove blockers, maintain momentum, and ensure projects are delivered on time and to quality standards. Key Responsibilities • Collaborate with engineers to define goals, constraints, and dependencies, • Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, • Coordinate across internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders, • Facilitate project meetings and sprint planning, • Track progress and report to senior stakeholders, • Support transition from development into production, • Degree (or equivalent) in engineering or related field, • Experience managing technical or product development projects, • Understanding of engineering lifecycles and structured delivery processes, • Familiarity with Agile and/or stage-gate methodologies, • Electronics, embedded systems, or software project environments, • Exposure to technologies such as RF systems, networking, Linux, or real-time systems Please note that candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC) For more information, please get in touch with Ella

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Our client one of the regions leading Groundworks subcontractors, due to continued growth & development they are now actively looking to bolster there team with the addition of a new Contracts Manager. About the Role Experienced and driven Groundworks Contracts Manager to oversee multiple projects from pre-construction through to completion. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities * Manage and oversee multiple groundworks and civil engineering projects simultaneously * Lead project teams, including site managers, engineers, and subcontractors * Ensure all works are carried out in compliance with health & safety regulations * Monitor project progress, budgets, and timelines, implementing corrective actions where necessary * Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and senior management to provide regular updates * Review and negotiate contracts, variations, and procurement schedules * Drive quality assurance and ensure all works meet required specifications * Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies Requirements * Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within groundworks or civil engineering * Strong technical knowledge of groundworks, drainage, foundations, and infrastructure works * Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills ...

Project Manager – Engineering / New Product Development 📍 Fareham 💼 Full-time | Permanent We’re working with a growing, specialist engineering company delivering advanced technology solutions to customers across government, defence and law enforcement sectors globally. As part of continued growth, they are looking to appoint a hands-on Project Manager to join a multidisciplinary team working across electronics, software and mechanical development. The Role This is not a typical “reporting-focused” project management role. You’ll work closely with engineers on a day-to-day basis, helping to drive projects forward from early concept through to production. The focus is on delivery, coordination and problem-solving, ensuring projects stay on track and technical challenges are managed effectively. You’ll act as the central point of coordination across engineering, suppliers and stakeholders—removing blockers, maintaining momentum, and ensuring successful outcomes. Key Responsibilities * Manage full lifecycle engineering projects (concept through to production) * Work closely with electronics and software teams to understand technical requirements and dependencies * Coordinate project timelines, budgets and deliverables * Facilitate project meetings and sprint planning with a focus on outcomes * Track progress and ensure alignment across internal team...

Our client, an established leader in the aerospace sector, is seeking a dedicated Program Manager I to join their team in Titchfield, Hampshire, transitioning to Daedalus. This permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of customer programs within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Act as a day-to-day program interface with customers under guidance from senior team members Support the management of program scope, schedule, cost, and quality commitments across assigned projects Coordinate and contribute to Integrated Product Team (IPT) activities including Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance Assist in tracking program performance metrics (schedule, cost, quality, delivery) through all phases of the program lifecycle Support program risk and issue management, escalating when required Help prepare and maintain program reviews, reports, and dashboards Participate in change management activities related to scope, cost, and schedule adjustments Support contract execution activities, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and internal processes Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on manufacturing efficiency, delivery performance, and customer satisfaction Support proposal and new business activities as required Job Requirements: Experience in project management methodologies and project management Experience working in a regulated...

A civil engineering Utilities / Power contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to work on multi discipline schemes across Hampshire The QS will be responsible for assisting the Commercial Manager with the commercial and contract management of various designated packages. You will join a hard-working ambitious team and you will benefit from a supportive culture, where your ideas and contributions will be recognized. The successful candidate will build an excellent relationship with both the commercial and operations teams within the business through regular communication and a proactive and collaborative working style. The role will be office based with regular visits to the project sites. Under close guidance of the Commercial Manager, we expect the QS to learn quickly and to thrive into a position to take onboard independent commercial responsibility. This role is ideally suited to candidates with an eye for detail, possess strong financial/numerical acumen, are hardworking and have a willingness to learn and develop. Responsibilities Include: * Assisting the commercial team with the management/contract administration of allocated project(s); * Regular updates with project teams; * Assist with the preparation of payment applications and internal cash flow reporting; * Assist with the preparation and operation of sub-contracts and supplier agreements; * Assist with cost reporting for allocated project(s); *...

Systems Engineering Packaging Lead Broadoak - 2-3 days onsite Up to £65,000+Benefit You will actively task and monitor a Systems Engineering team in line with the clients processes, ensuring delivery of contracted outputs to the agreed schedule under the direction of the Project Engineering Manager. You will also support the delivery of budgeted tasks, bids, and installations, enabling first-line teams through effective coordination of systems, hardware, and product resources. You will prepare and review engineering estimates and schedules, ensuring they are accurate and aligned with project goals for review by the Project Engineering Manager and other stakeholders. Core duties: Provide support to proposal writing, costing and bidding Forecast the required resource for each task and update the resource management toolset as directed by the Project Engineering Manager. Provide support to the Project Engineering Manager for the appropriate identification of engineering risks and subsequent analysis. Assist in the preparation of engineering reports for Governance Meetings. Deputies for the Project Engineering Manager as required.Essential Skills: You will bring a good understanding and practical experience of systems engineering principles. You will demonstrate solid knowledge of systems engineering governance and lifecycle guidance processes. You will have some familiarity with hardware and software engineering values, whi...

The Principal Mechanical Engineer is a key role that leads the mechanical engineering aspects of the development of new radar technologies. Reporting to the Project Engineering Manager, this role must have an expert general mechanical knowledge with experience in the design, build, integration and test of complex mechanical xrnqpay systems. Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap. The holder will themselves be a subject matter expert in at least ...

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Join Actemium Automation (part of VINCI Energies) as a Graduate Project Manager and begin your career delivering engineering projects across manufacturing, utilities and industrial sectors. As a Graduate Project Manager you will support the planning, coordination and delivery of projects from tender

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Health and Safety Advisor | Portsmouth | £40,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where continuous improvement and compliance are at the forefront? We are seeking a dedicated Health and Safety Advisor to join a leading maritime and construction organisation committed to delivering complex marine engineering projects. In this role, you will act as a key ambassador for safety and quality, ensuring standards are embedded throughout every phase of the project lifecycle. National travel will be required. The successful candidate will: Manage incident investigations, analysing trends, and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Facilitate internal, client, and sub-contractor audits, maintaining rigorous process control. Support continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, reporting, and staff training. Maintain SHEQ documentation, including legal registers, reports, and management reviews.The ideal candidate will have: Relevant experience within the construction, maritime, or heavy industry environment. Knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 standards, with experience in SHEQ management systems. Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage colleagues at all levels. Willingness to travel to project sites across the UK and work as part of a collaborative team.This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to flagship infrastructure projects while developing your career in a supportive and innovative environment. For further information and to apply, please contact or call (phone number removed). Job Ref: 4599. Irwin and Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company based in the Southeast of England, recruiting across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions. Irwin and Colton Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website, (url removed)

Senior Project Manager Portsmouth 12‑month contract, Inside IR35 (likely extension) Up to £38/hr PAYE or £50.84/hr Umbrella 37 hours | 4.5‑day working week An opportunity to join a major engineering organisation delivering complex, high‑value programmes where quality, safety and customer outcomes are critical. We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to take ownership of end‑to‑end delivery across technically challenging projects. You'll lead multi‑disciplinary teams, manage schedules and budgets, and act as a key interface between internal teams and customers to ensure delivery on quality, on time and on cost. What you'll be doing Owning project delivery from scope definition through to execution and reporting Leading cross‑functional teams and managing stakeholders at all levels Controlling schedules, resources, budgets and risk Driving quality, resolving issues and embedding lessons learned Providing clear, regular project status updates What we're looking for Proven project management experience in engineering, manufacturing or regulated environments Strong planning, financial and stakeholder management skills A pragmatic, delivery‑focused approach Aerospace or defence experience is advantageous, but not essential Due to the nature of this project, all candidates must be eligable to obtain security clearance. If you're a hands‑on Project Manager looking for a long‑term contract in a technically advanced environment, this role offers stability, competitive rates and meaningful work. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

Our client, a leading player in the aerospace industry, is seeking a Senior Test Design Engineer to join their transformative team in Titchfield. The aerospace sector is entering a fascinating phase of innovation, and this role sits at the heart of it, particularly within aircraft fuel systems. Key Responsibilities: Leading the requirements capture, design development, and implementation of test rigs, stands, and fixtures Managing test equipment requests, scoping necessary work, and resource requirements Defining test equipment design requirements from functional needs Designing test rigs and fixtures (Knowledge of Creo preferred, with training available) Supporting the Engineering Services Manager in maintaining regulatory compliance of test facilities Coordinating and leading subcontracted test rig and fixture designs, including factory and site acceptance testing Preparing and reviewing technical documentation complying with company procedures Project managing design tasks, defining timelines and implementation plans Fostering strong communication across multi-disciplinary teams to meet customer needs and expectations Working individually or as part of a team while demonstrating core values and vision Job Requirements: Experience in testing, verification validation and testing Significant experience in test rig and fixture design Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles including design of structural components, hydraulic and pneumatic systems Proficiency in writing technical reports and requirement specifications Understanding of test rig controls and instrumentation (desirable) Knowledge of ATEX regulations and associated equipment (training available) Experience with risk assessment and risk register documentation (desirable) Problem-solving, creativity, and innovation skills Relevant apprenticeship or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering Benefits: Competitive compensation and benefits package, including 25 days holiday+ bank holidays Challenging projects within a dynamic collaborative team Excellent company benefits Opportunities for internal promotion and career growth Investment in long-term employee development through ongoing learning opportunities A dedication to improving lives through power management technologies A supportive environment prioritising health, safety, and well-being If you are an experienced Test Design Engineer looking to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace projects, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's growing team in Titchfield

We're looking for a proactive and collaborative Project Manager to join a multidisciplinary engineering team delivering innovative technology solutions. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced technical environment and enjoys working closely with engineers to bring complex products from concept through to production. You'll play a central role in driving projects forward, removing blockers, coordinating teams, and ensuring clear communication across stakeholders. This is not just a reporting role; it's about enabling delivery and making things happen. Key Responsibilities Work closely with engineering teams to understand project goals, technical challenges, and dependencies Manage end-to-end project delivery across software, electronics, and mechanical development Coordinate projects against budgets, timelines, and quality expectations Facilitate sprint planning and project meetings with a strong focus on outcomes Ensure effective communication between internal teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders Track progress and provide clear reporting to senior management Support the successful transition of products into production Produce and maintain project documentation Help define and document product requirements through stakeholder engagement Provide occasional support at external events when required Participate in ongoing training and developmentExperience & Skills: Experience managing projects within engineering or product development environments Strong understanding of engineering workflows and best practices Experience across full product development lifecycles within a structured quality system Familiarity with stage-gate processes and exposure to Agile methodologies Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and prioritiesQualifications: Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or a related disciplineHighly Desirable: Experience managing technical projects in electronics, embedded systems, or software Exposure to technologies such as embedded systems, RF, DSP, networking, Linux, or similar Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Your new company Our client is undertaking a major, multi-year transformation programme focused on modernising systems, strengthening operational performance, and improving how work is delivered across the organisation. The change is organisation-wide and includes live operations, engineering, infrastructure, retail, and safety-critical environments. The programme is actively sponsored by senior leadership and backed by sustained investment. To support this work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager who can take ownership of delivery and drive initiatives through to completion. Your new role As Project Manager, you will play a key role in delivering a varied portfolio of technology and operational change initiatives. Reporting into a Senior Project Manager, you will take day-to-day ownership of delivery, working with limited oversight and clear accountability for outcomes.You will lead projects from initiation through delivery and handover, particularly where scope, ownership, or approach is initially unclear. This will involve working closely with senior leaders, operational managers, engineering teams, IT, and external suppliers to agree objectives, shape a pragmatic delivery approach, and move work into controlled execution. The role requires confident ownership of core project activity, including planning, risk and issue management, dependency management, and delivery tracking. You will be expected to make sound delivery decisions, resolve issues early, and keep work moving rather than relying on escalation.You will deliver across a broad mix of initiatives, which may include enterprise systems, infrastructure and cybersecurity, data and reporting, automation, engineering-adjacent technology, and business-wide operational change. Much of this work will be delivered into live environments, requiring careful coordination with operational teams. Throughout delivery, you will provide clear, concise reporting to senior stakeholders, translating technical and operational detail into risks, impacts, and decisions. You will also support operational readiness and adoption, ensuring solutions are embedded and usable once delivered.In addition to delivering individual projects, you will contribute to improving how projects are delivered across the business, using agreed tools, templates, and emerging AI-enabled capabilities pragmatically to improve consistency and visibility. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience delivering complex projects in technology, operational, engineering, or infrastructure-adjacent environments Demonstrable end-to-end project ownership, including planning, RAID management, delivery, and handover Confidence operating in situations where scope or direction is not fully defined at the outset Experience working across multiple business functions, not solely within IT Experience managing third-party suppliers and holding them accountable for delivery Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment Experience communicating with senior stakeholders and supporting decision-making Willingness to be on-site to build relationships and understand operational context What you'll get in return Competitive pension contributions Bonus schemes and employee recognition programmes Life assurance and insurance cover Generous annual leave allowance (up to 33 days) Christmas bonus Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, car schemes, pension) Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering 24/7 confidential support Virtual GP service Annual flu vaccinations A range of staff discounts What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk TPBN1_UKTJ

Project Engineer – Water / Industrial Projects We are currently recruiting for a Project Engineer to join a growing engineering contractor delivering works across the water, utilities and industrial sectors. This role will support the Project Manager in the delivery of multiple site-based projects from initial survey and technical scoping stages through to installation, commissioning and handover. The position would suit someone with an engineering background who is looking to further develop their project delivery experience within a fast-paced operational environment. Responsibilities • Attending client sites to carry out surveys for new and existing project requirements, • Assisting with technical scoping and compiling detailed site survey information including photographs and site records, • Supporting preparation of quotations, project scopes and costings alongside the Project Manager, • Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain pricing and technical information, • Assisting with procurement of materials and coordination of subcontractor activities, • Supporting preparation of RAMS and project-specific health & safety documentation, • Attending client and site meetings where required, • Assisting with coordination and supervision of site activities to ensure works are delivered safely and efficiently, • Ensuring subcontractors comply with approved RAMS and site procedures, • Supporting commissioning activities and QA documentation, • Liaising with operational and workshop teams during project delivery Requirements • Previous experience within a Project Engineer, Site Engineer or similar role, • Engineering background within water, utilities, industrial or process sectors, • Good understanding of health & safety procedures and safe systems of work, • Strong organisational and communication skills, • Ability to manage multiple tasks and support project delivery activities, • Full UK driving licence Desirable • Water industry experience, • Confined Space training, • Water Hygiene / EUSR, • Experience within utilities, industrial or process environments Package • Competitive salary, • Company vehicle, • Pension scheme, • Annual leave plus bank holidays, • Laptop and mobile phone provided, • Long-term development and progression opportunities within a growing business If interested to hear further, please apply online and a member of the team will be in touch. GRS (Gearing Recruitment Solutions) operates across sectors including water treatment, wastewater, AMP projects, and energy distribution. Relevant industries include clean water, sludge treatment, pumping stations, chemical dosing, sewage, food processing, breweries, pharmaceutical, process engineering, power networks, HV/LV installations, renewables, solar, wind farms, energy storage systems, oil and gas, and petrochemicals