Lucy Pook

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading civil Engineering company in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Senior Site Manager on a 6-month minimum contract for its Cheshire site. The Senior Site Manager role comes with a day rate of £400.00.             Key skills  

• Reporting to management with progress updates 
• Attending coordination meetings 
• Coordination with the client’s management team
• Quality Assurance documentation via Fieldview
• Daily briefings via Fieldview
• Health and safety 
• Operational management 
• Must hold Civils / RC background
• Must hold SMSTS
• Must have Fieldview experience
• EfW experience is beneficial

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Senior Site Manager role  

• Cheshire
• £400.00 Per Day
• 6 Months minimum

Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit multiple Insulator Cladders on a 5-month minimum contract with August 2025 starts on an Energy from Waste project in Kent.        Key skills required for the Insulator Cladders  

• Install thermal and acoustic insulation on pipework, ducting, and vessels to specification
• Measure, cut, and apply insulation materials
• Fabricate and fit sheet metal cladding
• Use abrasive wheels and power tools safely to cut and shape cladding materials
• Work at height using appropriate access equipment in accordance with safety standards
•  Adhere strictly to health & safety protocols, including proper use of PPE
• Collaborate with site teams to meet deadlines and maintain project efficiency
• Ensure all work complies with industry standards and site specifications
• Must hold a valid CSCS Card, Abrasive Wheels and Working at Heights certs.

  Location and timeframe of the Insulator Cladders      

• Kent
• 5 months minimum
• August 2025
• Competitive rates

CDM Manager – EFW £550-£600 per day (Outside IR35) 12 Months Astute’s Power team is currently partnering with an EPC Contractor on their new build Energy from Waste facilities to recruit a CDM Manager. This position is available on either a part time or full-time basis across sites in Birmingham and Northeast of London. The CDM Manager role comes with a day rate of £550-600. Key skills:

• Undertake suitable pre-qualification exercise and advise Project Engineering Manager in respect of project competency status.
• Manage CDM compliance throughout the project duration.
• Identify & Manage pre-construction information (PCI): Review PCI available and, where applicable identify gaps in content and formal communication of the same.
• Undertake assessments arising from all design stakeholders and manage/coordinate H&S information as applicable. Designer residual risk will feed into the Project Risk Register.
• Develop and manage the project H&S file strategy.
• Feed PCI into the mobilisation process and collaborate with Contractors (including PC’s) in the development of design risk information and constructability reviews.
• Produce and deliver project specific CDM, or other training where a need is identified, including to offshore (non-UK) design organisations.
• Advise on CDM related issues such as design change, material (COSHH) issues and arising from unforeseeable events.

How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02393 910 473 to speak to Lucy  who can tell you more.  

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Steel Structure Supervisor on a 12 month minimum contract for its London site. The Steel Structure Supervisor role comes with a day rate of £450.             Key skills

• Lead execution of steel structure works, ensuring compliance with project drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Identify and address potential delays, technical challenges, or resource issues to avoid disruptions.
• Supervise and coordinate the assembly, erection, and installation of steel structures in accordance with NAECI regulations and project specifications.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to plan and execute tasks effectively.
• Must have experience supervising steel structure erection in infrastructure projects.
• Must also hold an SSSTS / SMSTS and CSCS card.
• NAECI (National Agreement for the Engineering Construction Industry) training or certification is also highly desirable for this role.  

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Steel Structure Supervisor role  

• London
• £450.00 Per Day
• Outside IR35
• 12 months minimum

Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit a Cladding Manager for an immediate start on a 6-month minimum on an Energy from Waste project in Kent.        Key skills required for the Cladding Manager  

• Attend Coordination meetings.
• Conduct daily site briefing and toolbox talks.
• Laise with PM, black hats, sub-contractors, and H&S advisors with regards to progress, materials, and site activities.
• Implement project plans according to project schedule.
• Serve as the main on-site point of contract for client.
• Oversee daily operations on construction site.
• Monitor work to ensure quality and compliance with safety standards.
• Assign tasks and ensure efficient use of labour.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials, equipment, and labour.
• Maintain daily site diaries and logs.
• Address on-site challenges and delays proactively.
• Manage equipment, tools, and materials on-site.
• Laise with Project Manage to make real-time decisions to keep the project on track.
• Enforce adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Must hold relevant Cladding experience as a Supervisor / Site Manager
• Must hold SMSTS / SSSTS

Location and timeframe of the Cladding Manager       

• Kent
• 6 months minimum
• Immediate Start

 

Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit multiple Sheet Metal Cladders on a short-term contract with an immediate start on an Energy from Waste project in Essex.        Key skills required for the Sheet Metal Cladders / Metal Sheet Cladders  

• Measure, cut, and install sheet metal cladding to specified dimensions and layouts on various boilers and pipes.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, cladding specifications, and site plans
• Operate hand and power tools, including grinders and cutting equipment
• Ensure all work meets safety standards and project requirements
• Work at height using access platforms, scaffolding, or MEWPs
• Collaborate with site supervisors and insulation teams to coordinate tasks
• Maintain clean and safe working areas in compliance with health & safety guidelines

  Location and timeframe of the Sheet Metal Cladders / Metal Sheet Cladders     

• Essex
• 1 month minimum
• Immediate Start
• Competitive rates

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a Subcontractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit an Electrical Project Manager on an 8 month contract for its West Bromwich site.    The Electrical Project Manager role comes with a day rate of £500.      Key skills    

• Installation of HV supply packages
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors.

• Have had experience working with 11kv power supply's
• Document day-to-day activity for the Electrical Install.
• Ideally have project experience such as Energy from Waste is a desirable.
• Ability to organise and manage time effectively.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well with other teams within the company
• Ability to show good leadership
• A good understanding of the hazards which may arise during the work and the precautions which need to be taken

      Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Electrical Project Manager role    

• West Bromwich
• £500.00 Per Day
• 8 Months

 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a Principal Contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Finishing Foreman on a 3-month contract for its Leeds site.    The Finishing Foreman role comes with a day rate of £300.00.      Key skills    

• Co-ordination of internal fit-out for an office fit-out.
• Overseen various packages such as drylining, ceiling, flooring, decoration, joinery and general building works.
• Co-ordination of M&E Contractors alongside other Supervisors
• Hold Site & H&S knowledge and logistics.
• Enforce site standards.
• Must hold a good understanding of quality management system and able to plan, monitor and control all aspects.
• Must have a Shopfitting / Building background
• SSSTS / SMSTS
• First Aid
• CSCS Card

      Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Finishing Foreman role    

• Leeds
• £300.00 Per Day
• 3 Months