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Piping Site Engineer Location: Bridgwater, Somerset Job Type Full-time / Contract Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Piping Site Engineer to support piping construction and installation activities on site. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising installation works, resolving technical and construction-related issues, and ensuring all activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards and project specifications. This role requires strong site coordination skills, the ability to interpret engineering designs and drawings, and experience managing quality documentation and compliance requirements. Skills & Experience Essential • Previous experience as a Piping Site Engineer within construction or industrial installation environments, • Strong understanding of piping construction and installation activities, • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and design models, • Experience managing technical queries and site-based engineering issues, • Knowledge of quality documentation processes including LTQRs, • Strong awareness of site safety and quality standards Desirable • Experience working within regulated or heavy industrial sectors such as nuclear, oil & gas, energy, or utilities, • Familiarity with mechanical completion and commissioning processes, • Experience supervising subcontractors and installation teams Qualifications • HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Piping Engineering, or related discipline, • CSCS / CCNSG / Safety Passport desirable, • SMSTS or SSSTS advantageous

Building Logistics Lead Major Infrastructure Project | Site-Based (HPC)Senior Management Opportunity Plus, a guaranteed project bonus of 8.65%, - which is paid monthly and a car allowance, etc, lodge allowance if required. We are currently working in partnership with a major engineering and construction client delivering a nationally significant infrastructure programme. Due to continued project progression, they are now seeking an experienced Building Logistics Lead to take ownership of construction logistics across a complex, fast-paced site environment. This is a senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to play a key part in the successful delivery of a large, multi-disciplinary construction programme. The Role Reporting into the Building Logistics Area Lead, the Building Logistics Lead will provide strategic and operational leadership for all building logistics activities within their allocated area. You will lead multiple management teams, ensuring the safe, efficient and timely movement of materials, equipment and resources to support construction delivery against critical milestones. This role requires a confident, visible leader who can coordinate geographically dispersed teams, manage senior stakeholders, and drive consistent standards across a demanding site operation. Key Responsibilities • Lead, develop and manage a team of Building Logistics Managers and Supervisors., • Plan, resource, recruit and deploy logistics teams in line with programme demands., • Interface closely with Construction Area and Building Leads to ensure aligned delivery., • Ensure a seamless building logistics service, including the movement of permanent and consumable materials and equipment., • Own and maintain key documentation including SOPs, RAMS and operational plans., • Oversee procurement planning and requisitions for logistics activities., • Act as the principal escalation point for HR, IR, performance and attendance matters., • Ensure full compliance with HSE standards and site safety requirements., • Lead incident investigations, reporting and safety stand-downs where required., • Drive continuous improvement and identify best-practice operational innovations. Our client is looking for a proven logistics or operational leader with experience of managing complex, fast-moving construction environments. Essential Experience & Skills • Strong background in construction or project logistics at a senior or management level., • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate large, multi-layered teams., • Excellent stakeholder management skills, operating effectively across multiple priorities., • Strong planning, reporting and documentation skills., • Confident communicator with solid IT and written capability., • SMSTS or equivalent construction qualification., • CITB HSE Test (Manager & Professional level)., • Experience within nuclear, power, or major M&E-led projects., • NEBOSH or equivalent H&S qualification., • Degree or Higher Education qualification., • Driving licence.

Site Manager – Fit-Out (Confidential Client) Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Job Type: Permanent The Opportunity We are working with a well-established, award-winning construction and interiors contractor delivering high-quality projects across highly regulated environments in the UK. Operating as a collaborative partner, the business specialises in commercial construction, specialist fit-out, refurbishment, and workplace solutions, with a strong reputation for safety, quality, and sustainability. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are seeking an experienced Site Manager with fit-out expertise to join their team on a flagship project at Hinkley Point C. The Role As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards within a highly regulated environment. Key responsibilities will include: • Managing all on-site activities, subcontractors, and logistics, • Ensuring strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards, • Driving programme delivery and coordinating with project stakeholders, • Maintaining quality control across fit-out and interior works, • Supporting project reporting, progress tracking, and issue resolution, • Ensuring compliance within a regulated, safety-critical environment About You • Proven experience as a Site Manager within fit-out / interiors projects, • Experience working in highly regulated sectors (e.g. nuclear, pharma, cleanroom, or similar) is highly desirable, • Strong understanding of health & safety and site compliance, • Excellent leadership, communication, and coordination skills, • Ability to manage fast-paced programmes and multiple stakeholders, • Relevant qualifications (e.g. SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid) What’s on Offer • Permanent opportunity with a growing, forward-thinking contractor, • Involvement in a major UK infrastructure project, • Strong focus on employee development, training, and progression, • Supportive, collaborative working culture, • Competitive salary and benefits package

Project Manager – Fit-Out (Confidential Client) Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Job Type: Permanent The Opportunity We are partnering with a leading UK construction and interiors specialist, recognised for delivering high-quality projects within complex, highly regulated environments. With expertise spanning commercial construction, specialist fit-out, and refurbishment, the business has built a strong reputation for safety, collaboration, and delivering exceptional client outcomes. As part of their continued growth and secured pipeline, they are now seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong fit-out background to lead delivery on a major project at Hinkley Point C. The Role As Project Manager, you will take full ownership of project delivery from inception through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Key responsibilities will include: • Leading end-to-end project delivery within a live, highly regulated environment, • Managing programme, cost control, and risk mitigation, • Coordinating internal teams, subcontractors, and key stakeholders, • Ensuring full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, • Driving quality assurance across all fit-out and interior works, • Providing regular reporting and maintaining strong client relationships, • Identifying and resolving project challenges proactively About You • Proven experience as a Project Manager within fit-out / interiors, • Experience delivering projects in regulated sectors (e.g. nuclear, pharmaceutical, cleanroom, or similar) is highly advantageous, • Strong commercial awareness and programme management capability, • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, • Ability to operate effectively in complex, safety-critical environments, • Relevant qualifications (e.g. SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid; PRINCE2 or equivalent desirable) What’s on Offer • Permanent role with a respected and growing contractor, • Opportunity to work on one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects, • Long-term career progression and professional development, • Collaborative and values-driven culture, • Competitive salary and benefits package Apply in Confidence This is a confidential appointment. For further information or a discreet conversation, please apply directly

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Setting Out Engineer to join our team on a major industrial construction project in Bridgwater, Somerset. The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of the groundworks package, ensuring accurate and efficient setting out of works to support the construction schedule. You will be working with a reputable civil engineering contractor on a large-scale, high-profile industrial development with long-term opportunities and excellent working conditions. Key Responsibilities: Carry out precise setting out for all aspects of groundworks including foundations, drainage, utilities, roadworks, and reinforced concrete structures. Interpret and work from construction drawings, site plans, and topographical surveys. Use GPS, robotic total stations, and other modern survey equipment to ensure accuracy. Coordinate with site managers, foremen, subcontractors, and design teams to ensure works are completed in line with the program and specifications. Maintain accurate records of setting out, as-builts, and quality assurance checks. Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards on site. Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting as required during construction activities. Requirements: Proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer on groundworks or heavy civil engineering projects. Proficient with Leica or Trimble surveying equipment and AutoCAD. Degree or HND in Civil Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience). CSCS card (Engineering or Professional level). SSSTS or SMSTS (desirable). Strong understanding of site health and safety protocols. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Good communication and problem-solving skills. Benefits: Long-term opportunity on a major infrastructure project. Competitive salary and package. Supportive and safety-focused working environment. Potential for career progression within a leading civil engineering contractor

Building Logistics Lead (Construction) – Major Infrastructure Project We’re supporting a major UK infrastructure project with the recruitment of an experienced Building Logistics Lead to take ownership of logistics delivery across assigned buildings on a large, complex construction site. This is a senior, site-based leadership role suited to individuals who can manage multiple teams, interfaces and priorities while maintaining the highest standards of safety, planning and stakeholder engagement. Package * Starting salary from £83,660.50 per annum * £77,000 core salary * Guaranteed project bonus of 8.65% (paid monthly) * Car allowance * Travel & lodge allowance available * Long-term, secure opportunity on a flagship infrastructure programme The Role As Building Logistics Lead, you will be responsible for leading and delivering all aspects of construction logistics within a defined building or area of responsibility. This includes operational planning, team leadership, coordination with construction teams, and ensuring safe and efficient movement of materials and equipment within complex building environments. You’ll operate as a senior escalation point, line manage Building Logistics Managers, and play a key role in driving consistency, performance and best practice across the logistics function. Key Responsibilities * Lead, manage and motivate Building Logistics Managers and their teams * Deliver a safe, efficient and high‑quality building logistics service * Plan and coordinate logistics activities with Building and Area Construction Leads * Resource, recruit, train and deploy logistics teams to meet programme demands * Maintain daily engagement with construction building managers and stakeholders * Develop and maintain SOPs, RAMS and supporting logistics documentation * Coordinate procurement planning and requisitions for logistics activities * Ensure full compliance with HSE standards and site rules * Lead incident investigations, reporting and safety stand-downs where required * Act as the primary escalation point for people, performance, HR and IR matters * Drive continuous improvement and operational innovation across logistics delivery * Provide structured reporting to senior project stakeholders Required Experience & Skills * Proven experience leading logistics or operations teams on large construction projects * Strong operational planning and stakeholder management capability * Experience working in fast‑moving, complex, site‑based environments * Confident managing multiple teams across geographically separated work fronts * Clear and effective communication skills (verbal, written and IT) * Hands-on leadership style with the ability to deal with changing priorities Essential Requirements -SMSTS (or equivalent construction management qualification) -CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test – Manager/Professional level -Valid passport -Ability to work site-based on a major construction project Desirable -Experience within nuclear, power, M&E or highly regulated environments -NEBOSH or equivalent HSE qualification -Degree or higher education qualification -Full UK driving licence Interested? If you’re an experienced logistics leader looking for a high-profile role on a major infrastructure project, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion

Company Description ⚡️ About Assystem Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements. Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions. Please note – we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role, so applicants must have full right to work in the UK Job Description This is a site-based role supporting construction delivery within the Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC (MEH) scope of works. You’ll work alongside Construction Delivery Managers, ensuring safe, high-quality installation and progress within your assigned area. Relocation support may be available for those moving closer to Bridgwater. Key Responsibilities: ️Monitor construction activities ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards Maintain detailed site logs and escalate issues through structured reporting processes Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless project communication flow ️Support planning, sequencing, and delivery of construction programme milestones Conduct site inspections and assurance activities aligned with project performance indicators Lead and participate in site briefings, ensuring key messages are effectively delivered Organise contractor meetings, capturing outputs and tracking agreed actions ⚠️Identify risks and implement temporary measures to maintain safe progress Assist in logistics coordination and collaboration with site-wide logistics teams Qualifications Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience SMSTS or IOSH qualification essential for site-based responsibilities ️Experience delivering construction projects within complex infrastructure environments Strong understanding of construction sequencing and recovery planning Ability to produce clear, concise, and informative technical reports Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills ⏱️Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines Experience in high-security or regulated environments is advantageous ⚡Nuclear experience beneficial or large-scale civil project background ⚠️ Please note: Due to project security requirements, unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Additional Information Ready to shape the future? Work with your future team on pioneering missions across next‑generation nuclear and drive excellence in delivery. At Assystem, you’ll elevate your career, work alongside world‑leading experts, and help power the low‑carbon future. Benefits include: Flexible working hours ️ Pension scheme (8% company / 4% personal) ️ 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days Professional fees reimbursed Employee referral scheme Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it Income Protection & 3× Salary Death‑in‑Service Cover Free Digital Gym Access – Expert‑led fitness classes 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help NOTICE TO CANDIDATES ON RECRUITMENT FRAUD - We are committed to safeguarding candidates from fraudulent activity associated with our recruitment process. Please note that we will never offer specialist CV writing services, request payment or ask for sensitive personal information during the recruitment process. We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future

A great opportunity for an experienced Sub Agent to work on a major, high-profile project in Somerset. With over 12 months of work, this role is a good opportunity for a long-term freelance position. The successful candidate will have several years of experience in the civil engineering industry, capable of self-delivery, and substantial experience in earthworks, culverts and piling. As Sub Agent you will: • Be responsible for delivering schemes inception to handover., • Contribute to the day to day operations on site, including labour/plant/materials allocation, temporary works, health and safety., • Ensure that projects are completed within budget, within programme deadlines and to our clients technical specifications., • Liaise regularly with Site Agents, providing programme and progress reports. Our client requires a Sub Agent with: • ONC/HNC/Degree or in Civil Engineering or equivalent., • A good understanding of construction health and safety protocols., • SMSTS, First Aid at Work and CSCS. Salary/Benefits: • £475 - £525 per day PAYE Umbrella If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Matt Hughes on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed). We are always looking for candidates for similar positions, so please register your details with us to hear about similar opportunities that you may be interested in. Abatec Ltd. is working as an employment business on behalf of a client

Abatec is recruiting for a freelance Site Manager to join a recognised regional contractor on a civil engineering project in Bridgwater The successful candidate will have a previous background in civil engineering, groundworks and earthworks. As a Site Manager you will: • Oversee the day-to-day site activities, ensuring safe and efficient project execution., • Support and drive continuous improvement within the project delivery team., • Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations., • Work closely with the client, subcontractors, and suppliers to maintain strong relationships., • Monitor project progress, managing budgets and schedules effectively., • Identify and mitigate risks to avoid project delays and cost overruns., • Lead site teams and foster a positive, safety-focused working environment. Our client requires a Site Manager with: • Valid CSCS, • SMSTS, • A good understating of health & safety protocols, • Excellent communication skills, • A background in civil engineering and earthworks Salary and benefits include: • £325 - £375 per day CIS Umbrella If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Matt Hughes on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed). We are always looking for candidates for similar positions, so please register your details with us to hear about similar opportunities that you may be interested in. Abatec Ltd. is working as an employment business on behalf of a client