Astute People Ltd

Job Title: Finance / Accounting Assistant Location: Immingham, UK Contract Type: Contract Start Date: ASAP Duration: 6 Months Rate: £300-350 per day (Inside IR35) About the Role: We are seeking a detail-driven Finance / Accounting Assistant to support the successful delivery of a major CCGT (Combined Cycle Gas Turbine) construction project in Immingham. Working directly with the Principal Contractor, you will play a key role in monitoring project expenditure, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting forecasting and reporting activities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s critical energy infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities:

• Track and record all project expenditures, including validating invoices from suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors
• Assist in maintaining and updating cash flow forecasts and profit & loss statements using internal Excel tools
• Allocate purchase orders correctly to WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) categories and assist in managing the project budget
• Support the preparation of both monthly financial reports and ad-hoc reporting for senior management
• Work closely with site teams to support financial administration and cost control processes

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Understanding of budgeting, cost control, and project finance principles
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced construction site environment
• Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills

Desirable:

• Experience on large-scale construction or energy/infrastructure projects
• Exposure to Power BI or other data visualisation tools
• Familiarity with financial workflows on major EPC or industrial projects
• Previous experience working with Principal Contractors or Tier 1 suppliers

Additional Information:

• This position is site-based in Immingham with flexibility to WFH
• The role falls Inside IR35
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

Astute’s Power team is partnering with an Electrical sub-contractor to recruit a Polish speaking Site Manager to oversee the Electrical works on an initial 8 month contract for its Scotland site. The Site Manager role comes with a rate of £400-£500 per day.                   Key skills:

• Act as the main site contact for all electrical subcontractors and interface with the project management team.
• Ensure electrical works are carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all relevant legislation and standards.
• Manage day-to-day site activities of electrical subcontractors, ensuring adherence to programme and work scopes.
• Monitor progress against the project schedule and resolve issues that could cause delays or rework.
• Ensure quality control through regular inspections, snagging, and liaison with the commissioning team.
• Coordinate electrical interfaces with other disciplines including civil, mechanical, and control systems.
• Maintain detailed site records including daily progress reports, permits to work, toolbox talks, and incident reports.
• Lead and promote a positive health and safety culture on site; conduct site inductions and regular safety audits.
• Liaise with the client, main contractor, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Support commissioning and handover activities, ensuring as-built documentation and test results are correctly compiled and submitted.

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the role:

• Scotland
• Outside IR35
• £400-£500 per day

Person Specification The Commercial / Contract Manager should thrive in a challenging and dynamic environment, possessing not only the technical expertise but also the leadership qualities required to drive success across complex commercial projects. Experience:  - Proven experience in a Junior contract /commercial management role, particularly in handling high value, complex, contracts.  - Good background in corporate finance, with a good understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management.  - Foundational experience in complex negotiations and stakeholder management, demonstrating an ability to handle high-pressure situations with tact and professionalism.  - Strong knowledge of contract terms and construction industry regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply them to projects. Personal Attributes:  - A confident and professional manner, with excellent presentation skills to engage clients and stakeholders effectively.  - Determination and resilience: the ability to stay focused and motivated, even in the face of setbacks or challenges.  - A passionate, enthusiastic, and charismatic approach to leadership, inspiring teams and clients alike.  - Innovative mindset, with a willingness to explore new ways of achieving results, and challenge conventional thinking when necessary.  - A positive outlook, always focused on finding opportunities in adversity, and an ability to maintain motivation in difficult situations.  - Assertiveness in ensuring objectives are met, with a results-driven attitude and the ability to make decisions and take action when required.

Astute People are working with a well-regarded environmental consultancy delivering innovative geo-environmental and geotechnical solutions to recruit a Consultant or Senior Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical, based in Bristol.

This Consultant or Senior Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role offers a salary of £30,000–£45,000, depending on experience, with hybrid working, hands-on site involvement, and exposure to nationally significant development projects across the South West and Midlands.

If you’re a motivated geo-environmental or geotechnical professional ready to lead site investigations and contribute to sustainable land and infrastructure solutions, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role

Reporting to a senior member of the geoscience team, you will:

• Organise and deliver intrusive site investigations, sample collection, and environmental monitoring

• Conduct land contamination assessments, analysing chemical and geotechnical testing results

• Produce high-quality Phase 1 & Phase 2 reports with clear, practical recommendations

• Act as site supervisor during ground investigations and liaise with contractors and suppliers

• Maintain a strong awareness of environmental and geotechnical legislation and standards

• Coordinate multiple small to medium-scale projects, ensuring budgets, deadlines and quality standards are met

• Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and internal technical teams

• Support junior colleagues through mentoring and knowledge-sharing

• Uphold Health & Safety standards in all site and office-based activities

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A degree in a relevant subject: Geo-Environmental, Geology, Earth Science, Civil Engineering, or similar

• Prior experience in a geo-environmental or geotechnical consultancy role

• Strong understanding of ground investigation techniques, contamination assessments, and relevant UK guidance

• Excellent data interpretation and technical report-writing skills

• Experience managing or coordinating fieldwork

• A full UK manual driving licence (essential for local site access)

• Willingness to travel across the South West and Midlands, within ~2 hours of Bristol base

Personal skills

The Consultant / Senior Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role would suit someone who is:

• Practical, proactive, and confident working both in the field and in technical reporting

• Eager to contribute to impactful environmental and infrastructure projects

• A clear communicator with a collaborative mindset

• Ready to support and guide junior colleagues while managing their own workload

• Interested in career progression, chartership, and personal development

Salary and benefits of the Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role

• Consultant: £30,000–£35,000

• Senior Consultant: £40,000–£45,000

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell additional leave)

• Hybrid and flexible working options

• Matched pension scheme

• Career development and chartership support

• Mentorship from experienced consultants

• Involvement in exciting regional infrastructure and renewable energy projects

• Wellbeing support and employee discounts across retail, travel, and fitness

• Volunteering and community action opportunities

Astute’s Environmental team is partnering with a leading environmental consultancy known for delivering sustainable, innovative, and high-impact solutions, to recruit an Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage, based in London, with flexible hybrid working available.

This Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage role offers a competitive salary up to £65,000, along with structured career development, a collaborative culture, and involvement in exciting national projects — including the UK’s largest solar farm.

If you're an experienced flood risk consultant with strong technical, commercial, and leadership skills, and you’re ready to help grow a thriving team while delivering exceptional client work, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage role

Reporting to the Water Services leadership team, you will:

• Manage projects from inception to completion, including fee proposals and tender submissions

• Deliver and review Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Strategies, Scoping Reports, and Flood Risk Appraisals

• Provide bespoke commercial advice to clients across planning, due diligence, and risk management

• Support the development and delivery of SuDS designs and technical drainage drawings

• Contribute to the development of services in nutrient neutrality, ESG, and new markets

• Liaise with clients, statutory consultees, and internal teams across the Group

• Lead, mentor, and line manage junior team members

• Drive innovation in flood and drainage solutions, championing technical quality and client satisfaction

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A degree (BSc/MSc) in Geography, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience

• 7+ years’ experience in flood risk and drainage consultancy

• Strong understanding of design guidance, planning policy, and regulatory processes

• Proven experience in project management, client liaison, and stakeholder engagement

• Experience using MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage, QGIS, and ideally AutoCAD

• Chartered status (or actively working towards it) highly desirable

Personal skills

The Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage role would suit someone who is:

• Commercially aware, proactive, and client-focused

• Passionate about sustainable flood risk solutions and innovation

• Able to manage deadlines, budgets, and technical delivery across multiple projects

• Experienced in mentoring others and supporting professional development

• Confident working in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary consultancy environment

Salary and benefits of the Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage role

• Competitive salary (depending on experience)

• Company-matched pension scheme

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with buy/sell options)

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

• Career progression and support for chartership

• Involvement in major national projects and innovation-focused work

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Cashback and discounts across retail, fitness, hospitality, and more

• Volunteering opportunities and sustainability-focused culture

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a European based Electrical subcontractor to recruit a Mechanical Superintendent for 6 months for its Immingham site. The Mechanical Superintendent comes with a rate between £350-£450 per day.     Key skills 

• Supervise and coordinate mechanical works on-site, including piping, plating, and steel erection.

• Ensure compliance with all project specifications, engineering drawings, and UK regulatory requirements.

• Oversee subcontractors and direct hire labour to ensure quality, safety, and schedule adherence.

• Act as a key figure in implementing CDM duties for contractors, ensuring safe systems of work and proper control of work activities.

• Lead Permit to Work and Putting People to Work processes in line with UK CDM best practices.

• Maintain strong interface with HSE team, project management, and quality control personnel.

• Support planning and sequencing of mechanical activities to minimise delays and conflicts.

• Participate in risk assessments, toolbox talks, and site audits.

• Ensure correct materials and equipment are available and stored/used correctly on site.

• Drive proactive resolution of technical or interface issues during installation phases.

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Mechanical Superintendent role   

• Immingham
• 6 Months

Astute's Renewable Energy Division are proud to be working with our leading O&M client in the renewables industry, who provide services for their customers through operating and maintaining their private High Voltage networks. We're looking for a Control Engineer in Lowestoft to join them on a long-term contract basis. You'll be responsible for overseeing control activities across the site, which is connected to the East Anglia One Offshore Wind Farm. Ideally you'll have exposure to both contractor and consultancies within Offshore wind/HV Power. Industry experience is essential to be considered.

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading energy from waste operator to recruit an Operations Manager for its Gloucester site.

The Operations Manager role comes with a salary of £56,080 to £70,100, a pension, and benefits.

If you’re an Operations Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that focuses on safe and compliant energy recovery, submit your CV to apply today.

 

Responsibilities and duties of the Operations Manager role Reporting to the General Manager you will:

• Lead health, safety, and environmental compliance, including risk assessments and incident reporting

• Manage and maintain the Safe System of Work in line with site rules

• Oversee operational performance, reliability, and plant availability

• Support and develop the Operations Team through supervision and training

• Ensure compliance with site permits and regulatory standards

• Collaborate with other departments to meet plant targets

• Manage operations during outages and unplanned events

• Deliver against departmental budgets and strategic plans

• Act as deputy for the General Manager when required

 

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering degree

• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification

• At least five years’ experience in a supervisory operations or engineering role

• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation

• Experience in steam-powered electricity generation or similar

 

Personal skills The Operations Manager role would suit someone who is:

• Able to lead teams and build strong working relationships

• Experienced in delivering performance improvements

• Comfortable using data to support decisions

• Confident managing contractors and external partners

 

Salary and benefits of the Operations Manager role

• Salary of £56,080 to £70,100

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Pension scheme

• Career development support

• Recognition and referral schemes

• Flexible benefits including retail savings, cycle scheme, and wellbeing services