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Job Title: TRAM Electrical Engineer Manager Location: Portsmouth Broad Oak – We offer a range of flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £70,000 (dependent on skills and experience) What you’ll be doing: • Lead and manage engineering staff or business partnerships/ sub-contracts., • Ensure each team member is assessed, developed, deployed and skilled to maximise their personal contribution and to meet the requirements of contracts, schedules and specifications, • Ensure developed solutions are clearly defined, integrated, configured, controlled and delivered, including resolution of conflicts and integration issues that occur through development and delivery phases, • Identify resource requirements through the lifecycle of the project and manage engineering resource within agreed limits, • Perform appropriate engineering planning, management and review activities to ensure Products are integrated, safe, fully compliant and delivered within agreed requirements for cost, quality, time and schedule., • Ensure capability and skills development, performance optimisation & maximisation and efficient use of engineering and functional resources, • Knowledge of the complete Engineering Lifecycle with some experience of operating in most Lifecycle phases, • Very experienced professional, ensures essential procedures are followed based on knowledge of own discipline, • Subject Matter Expert in an engineering discipline. Requires technical breadth & depth, is an engineering discipline expert on projects, programmes and contracts, • Demonstrable experience of managing teams providing Project Electrical Engineering leadership, managing the core Project Engineering Team of 7 direct reports; plans and negotiates shared resource provision with other Projects; directs and supervises the work of both direct and shared Engineering resource As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. TRAM Electrical Engineering team: This role provides the opportunity to manage a small team of professional engineers responsible for all the electrical safety, performance and reliability aspects of the Spearfish heavyweight torpedo, which is in service with the RN. The primary responsibility of managing the requirements of the current in-service support contract is supplemented with the opportunity to support other Maritime torpedo projects, both in the UK and overseas Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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 20th January 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-TP1 #LI-Hybrid

Systems Engineer Location: Portsmouth, UK Contract: 6-month contract (Inside IR35) with strong likelihood of extension Pay Rate: £55 per hour Umbrella Clearance: SC Clearance - British Eyes Only (No Dual or Foreign Nationals due to project sensitivity) About the Role Our client - an established defence and space organisation - is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support advanced Military ... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Description Project Manager (Data and Deliverables) Location: This is a Hybrid role. Whiteley, Hampshire Clearance Required: This role will require attainment and maintenance of SC clearance Leidos is seeking an experienced Data and Deliverable Manager to take ownership of all programme deliverables within a complex, high-profile programme spanning multiple countries and involving a major customer. This role is critical to ensuring that contractual and non-contractual deliverables are delivered on time, to the required quality standards, and in full compliance with the programme governance and contractual obligations. What will I be doing? • Own and manage the end-to-end deliverable lifecycle for the programme, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance., • Coordinate across workstreams to track progress, resolve issues and maintain alignment with programme timelines., • Ensure all deliverables are reviewed, approved, and signed off in line with contractual requirements., • Manage non-contract deliverables to support programme objectives and stakeholder needs., • Capture and manage feedback and actions related to deliverables, driving continuous improvement., • Develop and maintain accurate reporting and dashboards for deliverable status and risks., • Engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including senior leadership, to ensure accountability and alignment. What does Leidos need from me? • Strong experience managing deliverables within complex programmes or portfolios., • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with a focus on quality and compliance., • Proven ability to work across multiple teams and manage competing priorities., • Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and driving accountability., • Demonstrable experience in programme governance frameworks and contractual obligations., • Proficiency in data management and reporting tools. Who We Are: ___ – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change. Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours. People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future. At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.” If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in. For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. £44,700.00-£57,300.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit ___. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at ___. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at ___. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the ___. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. #Remote

Health & Safety Advisor - Highways Portsmouth Up to £55,000 per annum + Company car/allowance This is an opportunity to work for one of the UK's Leading Contractors on a £280M Highways project. Where you'll be mentored and guided to progress your career within the business. The Role and Responsibilities This role is well positioned to enable you to progress your career with a highly established and leading construction contractor in the UK. The company have won several contracts within the region, firstly you’ll be the HSQE Advisor for their contract win, for a Highways project, but you’ll also help providing advice on various sites across the South within the Civil Engineering sector. The Company This organisation is one of the leading engineering and construction companies in the UK and provide specialist building, highways, civil engineering, and rail expertise to a range of markets to provide a truly integrated service to their clients. They possess proven experience and deliver successful projects in a wide range of industries, including commercial, industrial, education, rail infrastructure and depots, airports, waste, and energy. They will support both financially and through mentorship towards chartership and other relevant qualifications. Key duties will include: • Be responsible for Health and Safety for all on site and promote a "Safety first" culture., • Provide training and guidance on HSQE matters across the site., • To ensure timely close out of actions from audits, inspections, accidents and incidents., • The monitoring and facilitating of compliance to the management system and the requirements of BS EN ISO 9001, BS EN ISO 14001 and BS OHSAS 45001 About You You will be an experienced H&S Advisor reporting to the Head of HSSE. You'll hold your NEBOSH Construction qualification and TECH IOSH coupled with experience in the Highways sector. The organisation will be looking for someone that will also be happy to progress their career in the region. You will start on their £280M project, then working on various projects in the Highways sector, and Network rail projects in the future. Benefits Salary up to £55k + Company Car or allowance, 45 hour working week, 25 days holiday + BH, 5% matched Company pension scheme, Support with further education and membership funding. Next Steps The client is looking to have the successful candidate start ASAP, so interviews are due to take place during October. Once your application is processed, there will then be an initial telephone call to discuss experience and motivation, following the call, interviews will be arranged.

Systems Engineer Location: Portsmouth, UK Contract: 6‑month contract (Inside IR35) with strong likelihood of extension Pay Rate: £55 per hour Umbrella Clearance: SC Clearance – British Eyes Only (No Dual or Foreign Nationals due to project sensitivity) About the Role Our client - an established defence and space organisation - is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support advanced Military Satellite Communications (Milsatcom) programmes. You will contribute to the definition of system architecture across space, control, and ground segments for major UK defence initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to work on next‑generation satcom capabilities alongside engineering leads, architects, and partner organisations. Key Responsibilities • Capture and define system requirements, ensuring complete traceability and verification., • Support Verification, Validation and Test (VV&T) activities., • Develop ground system architectural definitions and conduct technical trade‑offs., • Collaborate with engineering leads and industry partners within integrated working groups., • Provide technical input to proposals and internal or customer reviews., • Offer technical guidance to bidding teams., • Contribute to planning, scheduling, and cost‑estimation activities., • Communicate progress and resolve technical issues with stakeholders. About You • Degree or equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field., • Experience in designing, integrating, and deploying end‑to‑end digital telecommunications systems (Milsatcom experience desirable)., • Knowledge and experience of Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE); Enterprise Architect beneficial., • Understanding of satellite platforms, payloads, mission control, and network control., • Strong presentation and written communication skills., • Confident engaging with customers, partners, and internal engineering teams. Additional Information • Standard working week: 37 hours, Monday to Friday between 7am and 7pm (flexible within business needs)., • Occasional UK travel may be required., • This position supports current and future workload and may transition into a longer‑term assignment. How to Apply If you have experience in Systems Engineering, Milsatcom, or mission‑critical communications and want to contribute to high‑priority national defence programmes, please submit your CV and one of our consultants will be in contact in due course.

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Assistant Commercial Manager - Brilliant development opportunities Hybrid working - Avg 2 days on site £50,000 - £57,500 + Bonus This is a chance to join a leading defence and technology organisation in a growing team. We are seeking a skilled and driven professional to join our client in a pivotal role that offers hybrid working options. Key Responsibilities: • Contract and commercial Management: Lead the day-to-day operations of key business contracts, ensuring smooth delivery and client satisfaction., • Growth: Support and manage both UK-based and international markets, identifying new opportunities for growth and expansion., • Team Leadership: Guide and develop a high-performing team, fostering collaboration and ensuring adherence to project timelines and objectives., • Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to maintain strong relationships and drive business success., • Strategic Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams such as Supply Chain and Operations to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services., • Continuous Improvement: Champion initiatives for continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and best practices throughout the business. What We Are Looking For: • Proven experience in managing contracts or pre-signature negotiation., • Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels., • A strategic thinker who can balance operational management with long-term business growth., • Eligible for security clearance if not already cleared. What We Offer: • Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working arrangement, splitting time between home and our office., • Career Development: Access to opportunities for career growth within a supportive and dynamic environment., • Additional Benefits: Including pension schemes, enhanced annual leave, and various employee discounts and well-being programs.

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 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 the organisation 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 • Integrity - We act with integrity and take appropriate consequences to eradicate un-ethical and non-compliant behaviours The position on offer is for Commercial Manager within the SD Business Unit. You will be joining a Commercial team of approximately 10 people and a wider multi-disciplined Programme Line of 100+. This position can be based at our Defence and Space sites in Stevenage or Portsmouth. 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 • Relevant qualification, ideally to degree level TPBN1_UKTJ

About The Role Join CCS & Help Shape the Future of Renewable Energy! Job Purpose Provides site management, reporting, resident liaison, client reporting and liaison for energy efficiency improvement and retrofit projects across the UK. Managing all operatives on site, CDM and site setup, all sub-contractors and specialist providers in occupied and void properties. Key Duties Managing work programs for retrofit social housing, energy efficiency projects with a whole house improvement approach. Creates and revises systems and procedures by analysing operating practices, implementing changes to workload and equipment delivery schedules to provide cost savings. Reporting progress against the program, problem solving, scheduling and liaising with contracts manager and resident liaison to ensure smooth end to end customer experience. Resolves technical problems by coordinating preparation of reports and communication with staff, analysing data, and identifying solutions, and then costing for variations. Ensure quality of all operational staff by way of auditing regularly on site to prove competence and compliance of onsite engineers with the company procedures. Provides information by answering questions and requests to clients. Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine orders for delivery to site; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies. Manage all site inductions, H&S practices and accommodate and assist with external audits and clients H&S Auditing on site. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Creates and carries out take offs and application/valuations weekly to report to contract manager. Responsible for all staff in the department, disciplinary procedure, toolbox talks and briefings, review of departmental targets. Monitoring and ensuring on authorized changes to design are allowed for on site activities. Captures and manages variation works required and reports into project team on requirements and to seek authorization to proceed. Liaison with scheduling teams (office based) staff with regard to schedules and programming. Complete QC checks and all required sign off documentation, certification for projects. All surveying and post inspection of works. Defect management in line with KPIs and managing both defective installs and defective evidence to ensure compliance with PAS2035:2023. Skills/ Qualifications SMSTS or SSSTS working towards SMSTS Understanding of Electrical, Mechanical or Fabric installations. Experience Required Experience of working within the Social Housing sector on large scale installation and maintenance contracts, customer service, including experience of site CDM and H&S regulations and reporting. Technical Auditing experience. Energy Efficiency & Retrofitting experience preferred. Electrically Qualified with 18th Edition Personal Attributes You value honesty and share knowledge for the greater good. You are committed to continuous improvement and teamwork. You take responsibility for your work and encourage ownership in others. You are goal-oriented, striving for both small and large successes. You are flexible and eager to develop your skills. About The Organisation What We Offer Pension Scheme: Auto-enrolment after probation. Flexible Annual Leave: Option to buy or sell leave after probation. Professional Development: Access to in-house and external training. Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support. Refer a Friend Bonus: Reward scheme for successful referrals. Parking: Available at office locations. Why Choose CCS? Skill Development: Access to training programmes, coaching, and mentoring. Career Growth: Clear pathways for personal and professional advancement. Long-Term Contracts: Enjoy stability and job security. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applicants no matter what their ethnicity, gender, sexuality, beliefs, or nationality. TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you an experinced Quality proffesional that is passionate about driving high standards and making sure projects are delivered right first time? We're looking for an experienced Quality Manager to join a well-established construction project team and take ownership of all quality processes, systems and site support. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys being part of a large complex project and wants a role where their work genuinely shapes delivery, compliance and client satisfaction. What You'll Be Doing As the Quality Manager, you'll be the key point of contact for all quality matters across the project. Your role will include: Developing, implementing and maintaining the project Quality Management System Supporting site teams to meet industry standards, specifications and project requirements Leading internal audits and coordinating external audit activity Reviewing ITPs, method statements and quality documentation Monitoring NCRs, corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives Providing coaching and training to site teams on best practice Managing document trails, evidence records and compliance reports Ensuring processes meet ISO standards and client expectations Working closely with engineering, construction and HSEQ teams to resolve quality issues efficiently What We're Looking For Proven experience in a Quality Manager or Senior Quality role within construction, rail or civil engineering. Strong understanding of quality systems, auditing and compliance Knowledge of ISO 9001 and related standards Good communication skills and confidence building relationships across site teams A proactive mindset with a passion for raising standards and improving processes Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail What's in It for You? Join a friendly, professional team working on interesting and essential schemes. Long-term opportunity with strong career development potential A role with real influence - you'll shape quality culture across the project Support with professional development and training If this sounds like something you'd be interested in then do send your CV ASAP Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business. TPBN1_UKTJ

Position: Design Manager Location: Havant, Hampshire Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 + benefits A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Design Manager to join, a well-established civil engineering contractor with nearly 100 years of history delivering innovative, sustainable projects across the South Coast. The Civils Design Manager will receive a generous salary up to £85,000 + Car allowance, company bonus, Private Healthcare and fantastic career development. We are seeking a design leader who can take ownership of the design management process on a Design & Construct project delivered under NEC4. This role will involve coordinating internal design leads, managing external consultants, and ensuring the seamless integration of multiple design disciplines to deliver safe, buildable, and technically compliant solutions. This is a key appointment, offering the chance to play a pivotal role on high-profile, technically complex projects, including those with flood defence, reservoir safety, structural concrete, and highways elements. Design Manager Salary & Benefits Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 depending on experience. * Pension scheme (up to 10% employer match). 25 days holiday + bank holidays. * Company Car allowance Company phone and discretionary bonus. Additional benefits to be discussed at interview. Design Manager Job Overview Lead and manage the design process from concept through construction, ensuring timely delivery of coordinated solutions. Oversee integration of multi-discipline design inputs, facilitating design reviews, technical assurance, and constructability assessments. Ensure all design activities comply with NEC4 contract requirements, including submissions, TQs, early warnings, compensation events, and change control. Maintain full compliance with CDM 2015 regulations. Drive application of digital engineering, BIM 360, and AutoCAD. Promote value engineering and innovation to enhance project outcomes. Support preparation of Flood Plans, Emergency Drawdown Procedures, Reservoir Safety Reports, and liaise with qualified Panel Engineers under the Reservoirs Act 1975. Act as the primary interface between design, construction, client, and stakeholders. Identify and mitigate design-related risks, maintaining close alignment with the construction programme. Design Manager Job Requirements Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering (or equivalent). Strong track record managing design on large civil engineering projects (experience of structural concrete, road construction, flood defence or reservoirs advantageous). Commercial awareness of NEC3/4 and JCT contracts. Understanding of CDM regulations and technical compliance processes. * Proficiency in AutoCAD, BIM 360, MS Project or Primavera. Experience coordinating external consultants and multi-discipline teams. * CSCS / SMSTS card desirable. Full UK driving licence. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for. TPBN1_UKTJ

Store Design Project Manager - Fixed Term Contract. We are looking to appoint an experienced Store Design & Project Manager - Fixed term contract. Support the Store Design and VM Manager (SD&VM Manager) on all projects as required.

Carpenter - Portsmouth, Hampshire (Long-Term Contract) Rate: £25-28 per hour | Hours: 45 per week | Start: February 2026 Contract: Minimum 3 months (likely extension) We are currently recruiting experienced Carpenters for a major construction project in Portsmouth, Hampshire. This is a long-term opportunity for skilled tradespeople with strong experience in 1st fix, 2nd fix, and general carpentry duties. Ongoing work is available with this carpentry subcontractor on future developments across the region. Key Responsibilities: Complete 1st & 2nd fix carpentry, including framing, studwork, doors, and finishes. Carry out general carpentry and site duties as directed by the site management team. Work safely on a busy construction site, maintaining high standards of quality and productivity. Support additional tasks to ensure smooth project progress. Requirements: Minimum 3 years' experience working as a Carpenter on commercial or residential construction projects. Valid CSCS card ( essential ). Full driving licence and own tools ( essential ). Ability to read drawings and work independently to high standards. What's on Offer: £25-28 per hour, paid weekly. 45 hours per week minimum. Strong potential for ongoing work beyond the initial 3-month contract. Work with a respected carpentry subcontractor across multiple projects. CIS, Umbrella or PAYE payment options available. Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire (PO1-PO6) Ideal for candidates based in: Southampton, Havant, Fareham, Gosport, Waterlooville, Chichester, and wider Hampshire. How to Apply: If you are an experienced Carpenter looking for ongoing work in Surrey, please apply today. Email: Phone: 01273 457636 TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you highly organised, detail-focused and great with digital systems? Do you enjoy keeping projects running smoothly behind the scenes? We're looking for a Document Controller to join a busy construction project team and become the go-to person for managing documentation, information flow and project compliance. What You'll Be Doing In this role, you'll support the project team by ensuring all documentation is accurate, up-to-date and easy to access. Your responsibilities will include: Managing document workflows and ensuring files are stored correctly Uploading, reviewing and updating drawings, reports and project records Distributing documents to internal teams, contractors and stakeholders Tracking document revisions and making sure the latest versions are always available Assisting the project team with audits, quality checks and compliance requirements Maintaining project registers and ensuring all documentation meets standards Helping onboard new users to the document management system Providing general administrative support to keep the project running efficiently What We're Looking For Able to display previous experience in document control , ideally within construction or engineering Good understanding of document management systems (e.g. ACC, Asite, Viewpoint, 4Projects, Aconex or similar) Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills Confident using digital tools, spreadsheets and shared platforms Good communication skills and the ability to work with multiple teams What's in It for You? Join a friendly, supportive project team Work on an exciting construction project with long-term prospects Competitive salary depending on experience If this sounds like something that might be of interest then do send a copy of your CV to the advert ASAP! Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business. TPBN1_UKTJ

12 Month Contract – Inside IR35 £46.90 - £52.54 per hour umbrella Hybrid working – 1 -2 days per week on site Job Role: To provide Mechanical Engineering support to the Power & Propulsion systems team engaged in the functional design of Propulsion Systems on the River Class Destroyer Program for the Royal Canadian Navy. This includes design of mechanical system schematics, engineering change requests and other design definition documents and calculations. Key areas of activity: Contribute to mechanical elements of the design of the River Class Destroyer Power and Propulsion systems. Including: Propulsion Motors Diesel Generators Gas Turbine Propulsion Gearbox Shaftline Steering gear and Stabilisers Provide support to the team in order to assess technical compliance, integration and review of design documentation for the ship's propulsion motors procurement pack. Implement change to P&P systems away from baseline ship design, assessing impacts on equipment, systems and spatial design. Support P&P compartment owners in the Zonal Maturity programme. Author basic technical reports to support design maturity and articulate system design compliance to customer. Delivering solutions that meet system requirements. The role holder will be able to perform analyses of engineering issues and possess the ability to recommend solutions. Carry out technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options, and prepare reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems and the improvement of engineering capability. Contribute to system specifications and vendor requirements documents. Develop designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards. Carry out investigations into operational problems or developments and develop and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a project team. Support the Senior Engineer as the point of contact with customers and/or suppliers in assigned areas on engineering matters Document review for supplier deliverables within P&P domain. Make engineering judgements and propose detailed arguments to support the Senior Engineer in decision making. Maintaining and developing own capability through a structured development plan and suitable training requests. Key Attributes: Batchelor's degree with honours or Master's degree (or other qualification plus appropriate further learning to honours degree level) in engineering, technology or science Early Career Associate / Associate/ Member membership of an appropriate Professional Engineering Institute, ideally IMarEST, IMechE, IET or CIBSE. Professional registration level: Working towards IEng Experience and expertise in Marine Engineering Systems Knowledge of processes and tools used in Marine Engineering Awareness of external market and similar industry advancements and developments Understands how marine engineering integrates into other technologies and products. TPBN1_UKTJ

Head of Software Services Salary: from £90, 000 plus benefits, (pension (7% contribution), 25 days holiday & life insurance)) Location: Hybrid, Portsmouth We are looking for a Head of Software Services to join our Digital business. We provide, through Sirius Digital, bespoke, robust and high-performance software to meet and exceed user requirements. We specialise in Software Engineering, Modelling & Simulation, Robotics & Autonomous Systems, Synthetic Environments, and AI & Machine Learning (ML). Our team provides, adaptable and highly skilled capability, with a range of specialities to ensure that the right techniques are used to solve your problem. The Role: As Head of Software Services you will be accountable for the P&L of all projects delivered through software teams and help inspire teams to achieve customer focussed excellence. Your role will also be to develop the partnering with senior stakeholders within Sirius Digital and Sirius Analysis colleagues, enhancing collaboration, definition and understanding of services across the group. With a commercial mindset, you will be responsible for client relationship management and work externally with our clients to build the pipeline and shape As part of the leadership team of Sirius Digital you will work with the technical director and Head of P3MO to supports Sirius Digitals continued growth and evolving it capability in line with its strategy. Responsibilities will include: In this role, you will have end-to-end accountability for delivering complex service contracts, ensuring our clients achieve the outcomes that matter most. Oversee software engineering programmes and projects, ensuring alignment with client needs and business objectives. Lead and own all aspects of service delivery, including contract performance and reporting. You will lead on shaping strategic client relationships and work within Heads of Capability across the group to manage the pipeline and enhance service offerings to meet market needs Reporting into the board on financial and operational performance and risks, ensuring delivery of business outcomes. Overseeing the end-to-end bid process for Digital, from identifying opportunities to submitting proposals, including bid architecting and submission detailed proposals (bids) As part of the Engineering management function supporting all workforce planning activities. About You: You will bring proven experience of leading major software engineering programmes, ideally within the defence sector. You should demonstrate strong commercial judgement, exceptional relationship-building skills, and the ability to inspire and motivate senior stakeholders and diverse teams alike. You should have: Experience in delivering as part of leadership team within a consultancy environment. Extensive experience in software engineering, with a proven track record of leading complex defence programs and delivering high-impact solutions. A demonstrable track record in delivering large-scale software engineering programmes in areas such as Autonomous Systems or Modelling and Simulation. Strong experience managing complex service contracts and governance. Proven ability to build and sustain trusted senior client relationships. Proven experience in successfully managing complex programmes with multi-disciplinary teams of technical experts. Experience leading successful bid campaigns Commercial acumen with experience driving revenue, growth, and profitability. Leadership skills to develop and inspire teams in dynamic environments. Have practitioner experience in a relevant sector. Have strong communication, presentation and written skills. Be organised and able to work under pressure with minimal supervision. Highly motivated professional who strives to deliver ahead of targets. Be a trusted self-motivated individual who can perform when working as part of a team or when acting independently with support from colleagues. Be able to travel to different sites across the UK. Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (SC level). Qualifications: APM or equivalent project management qualifications with substantial knowledge of agile project management Degree-level qualification in a relevant engineering, science, or technology discipline What we offer We offer a combination of mentoring and internal and external training opportunities, with specialist sector organisations and in-house courses. You will have exposure to subject matter experts and additional online learning packages. The role comes with a competitive benefits package including pension (7% company contribution), additional holiday purchase options, private health care, life assurance and electric vehicle scheme Other Requirements: 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. TPBN1_UKTJ

ICT Senior Analyst Salary: £40,174 – £43,236 per annum Contract: 6 month contract, 37 hours per week Location: Lyndhurst Working pattern: Hybrid (50 percent office, 50 percent home working after training) The ICT and Transformation teams are embarking on an ambitious programme of digital change, and we are now seeking an experienced ICT Senior Analyst to join us. You will play a central role in delivering new digital systems, improving integrations across platforms, and supporting modern, efficient ways of working throughout the organisation. The ICT Senior Analyst will be working closely with our ICT and Transformation teams to deliver this exciting programme of change, including implementing new digital systems and enabling modern ways of working. The role is hybrid-based, with at least two days per week on-site at our head office, or more where project needs require it. Specific experience is advantageous in digital transformation projects, integrations between digital systems, Customer Relationship Management systems, data management, and working with or alongside the public sector. The start date for this role is immediate, if possible. As an ICT Senior Analyst, you will play a key role in delivering smarter, more efficient services by: Leading the support, development, and enhancement of key applications Providing expert technical advice and guidance across the organisation Supporting digital transformation projects that improve customer experience and reduce manual processes Collaborating with ICT teams to proactively improve systems and respond to technical issues Designing and implementing secure, high-performing IT solutions Troubleshooting complex 2nd and 3rd line support issues Working closely with stakeholders to understand and meet their IT needs Keeping documentation up to date and staying ahead of industry trends We're looking for someone with: Strong expertise in Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, Power Platform, productivity tools) Experience supporting both cloud-based and on-premise applications Hands-on experience with Power Platform development (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps) Proficiency in SQL Server and writing SQL queries A solid understanding of data integration and system connectivity Experience leading technical projects Familiarity with ITIL and Agile methodologies To find out more information please contact Lily at Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency. TPBN1_UKTJ

Accounts Administrator Permanent Job Opening Our client is a respected, Portsmouth-based building and maintenance contractor delivering high-quality projects across the commercial, residential, and heritage sectors. Known for their reliability, high standards, and long-term relationships, they manage a diverse range of worksfrom small-scale maintenance to complex multi-million-pound refurbishments. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a proactive and experienced Accounts Administrator to oversee core financial operations and help ensure smooth running of the accounts function. Accounts Administrator Position Description As the Accounts Administrator , youll report directly to the Finance Manager and take ownership of day-to-day financial tasks. Youll also have the support of an Accounts Assistant, allowing you to focus on more senior responsibilities and help streamline financial processes. This is a great opportunity for someone confident in managing ledgers, reconciliations, and reporting, with a solid understanding of the construction industry and experience dealing with funding lines or contract-based finance structures. Key Responsibilities: Manage purchase and sales ledgers, including processing invoices and credit notes Oversee bank and supplier reconciliations Ensure accurate VAT returns and support with payroll processes Monitor and manage funding lines related to ongoing projects Assist with monthly reporting and year-end preparation Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and clients to resolve queries Supervise and support the Accounts Assistant Maintain up-to-date and organised financial records What Youll Bring: Must-have experience with Xero Accounts Software Previous experience in the construction industry or working with contractors Understanding of project-based accounting and working with funding line Strong Excel skills (including reconciliations, pivot tables, and formulas Excellent attention to detail and organisational skill Strong communication and problem-solving ability A hands-on, can-do attitude and ability to work independently Whats On Offer: Salary of £25,000 £32,000 , depending on experience Full-time, permanent role (Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:00pm) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Hybrid working options after probation Free on-site parking and modern office facilities Supportive and collaborative working culture Opportunity to grow with the company and take on more senior finance responsibilities TPBN1_UKTJ