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Holly Conroy

Recruitment Partner at Astute People Ltd
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Civil Engineer
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 2/9/26
  • END DATE: 8/11/25
  • PAY RATE: $400.0 /DAY
Astute’s Power team is looking to recruit a Civil Engineer for a leading Civil Engineering company on their flagship project.   The Civil Engineer role comes with a daily rate of £320-£400, depending on experience. Key skills required for the Site Agent role  
  • HNC or equivalent in a Civil Engineering – essential.
  • Experience in a Civil Engineer position.
  • Experience with Heavy Earthworks.
  • CSCS – Essential.
  • Capable using Auto CAD and LSS software.
Location, day rate and timeframe of the Commercial Manager role  
  • Initial contract 6-Month rolling.
  • Inside IR35.
  • Start date flexible – latest start by March 2026.
  • Full time, Monday-Friday.
  • Location: Havant.
  • On site.
  • Accommodation expenses not included but caravan lodging available on site or accommodation options are available in local area.

Project Manager
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 4/6/26
  • END DATE: 4/5/27
  • PAY RATE: $550.0 /DAY
Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a Tier 1 contractor specialising in the delivery of utility scale solar and BESS projects to recruit a Project Manager for its Cambridgeshire site.   The Project Manager role is open to contract and permanent candidates. Key skills required for the Project Manager role  
  • Evident experience in a Project Management position.
  • Project Management experience within Solar and BESS.
  • Experience working in Renewables and/or Power.
  • Experience managing civils packages of work.
  • Ability to understand technical designs.
  • Degree or NVQ in Site/Project/Construction Management is desirable.
Location, day rate and timeframe of the Project Manager role  
  • Cambridgeshire.
  • Site Based position.
  • Monday-Friday, full time.
  • Very occasional Saturday may be required.
  • Contract or Permanent options available.

Site Manager - Sizewell C
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 10/1/25
  • END DATE: 3/2/26
  • PAY RATE: $365.0 /DAY
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a reputable construction company to recruit Site Manager for their Sizewell C site.   The Site Manager role comes with an hourly rate of £335-£365. Key skills required for the Site Manager role  
  • SMSTS.
  • Proven experience in a Site Manager or Site Supervisor.
  • Strong awareness of Health & Safety, legislation and Environmental compliance.
  • Knowledge of relevant building methods and construction techniques.
  • First aid at work.
  • Ability to pass drug and alcohol.
  • Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
  Location, day rate and timeframe of the Site Manager role  
  • Initially 5 months, with strong possibility of extension.
  • Starting in October.
  • Outside IR35.
  • Sizewell C site.

Electrical Technician
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 3/16/26
  • END DATE: 8/17/26
  • PAY RATE: $35.0 /HR

Mechanical Technician
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 3/16/26
  • END DATE: 8/17/26
  • PAY RATE: $35.0 /DAY
Astute’s Power team is working with a leading engineering services provider to recruit a Mechanical Technician on a 6 month contract for its Essex site.   The Mechanical Technician role comes with an hourly rate of £30-£35 per hour. Key skills required for the Mechanical Technician role  
  • Must be apprenticeship trained.
  • Must have experience working in a large-scale industrial environment.
Location, day rate and timeframe of the Electrical Technician role  
  • Sites around the London and Essex areas.
  • Inside IR35
  • Initial 6 Month Contract, with possibility to extend.
  • Company Van and Fuel Card provided.
  • Tablet and Tools provided.

Site Agent
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 2/9/26
  • END DATE: 8/10/26
  • PAY RATE: $400.0 /DAY
Astute’s Power team is looking to recruit a Site Agent for a leading Civil Engineering company for their flagship project.   The Site Agent role comes with a daily rate of £320-£400, depending on experience. Key skills required for the Site Agent role  
  • Experience in a Site Agent/ Site Leadership role.
  • Experience with Heavy Earthworks.
  • HNC or equivalent in a Civil Engineering or Construction related qualification.
  • CSCS – Essential.
  • SMSTS or SSSTS – Desirable.
  • Experience with Programming/ Microsoft or P6 experience – Desirable.
  • Ability to read technical drawings.
Location, day rate and timeframe of the Commercial Manager role  
  • Initial contract 6-Month rolling.
  • Inside IR35.
  • Start date flexible – latest start by March 2026.
  • Full time, Monday-Friday.
  • Location: Havant.
  • On site.
  • Accommodation expenses not included but caravan lodging available on site or accommodation options are available in local area.

Site Manager - Ipswich
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 10/1/25
  • PAY RATE: $365.0 /DAY
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a reputable construction company to recruit Site Manager for their Ipswich sites.   The Site Manager role comes with an hourly rate of £335-£365. Key skills required for the Site Manager role  
  • SMSTS.
  • Proven experience in a Site Manager or Site Supervisor.
  • Strong awareness of Health & Safety, legislation and Environmental compliance.
  • Knowledge of relevant building methods and construction techniques.
  • First aid at work.
  • Ability to pass drug and alcohol.
  • Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
Location, day rate and timeframe of the Site Manager role  
  • Initially 5 months, with strong possibility of extension.
  • Starting in October.
  • Outside IR35.
  • Ipswich locations.

Site Manager
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 4/6/26
  • END DATE: 4/5/27
  • PAY RATE: $350.0 /DAY
Astute’s Power team is working with a successful, and still growing Construction company to recruit a Site Manager on a 12 month contract for its Portsmouth site.   The Site Manager role comes with a day rate of £280 - £350 per day, dependant on experience. Key skills required for the Site Manager role  
  • SMSTS
  • CSCS Gold Card
  • IOSH Managing Safely
  • 3+ years experience in a Site Manager position.
  • Experience in industrial, defence and/or large scale construction projects.
Location, day rate and timeframe of the Site Manager role  
  • Portsmouth
  • Inside IR35
  • 12 Month Contract

Quantity Surveyor
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 3/9/26
  • PAY RATE: $550.0 /DAY
  • Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
  • Experience: In solar projects
  • Interviews: 1st Interview Awge and Farag and 2nd Interview Jason
  • Place of work: 1 position at Eaton Socon
  • Place of work: 1 position at Wymondley
  • Rate: 450 - 550 
  • Proposed Start Date: ASAP
  • Full time on site - no hybrid available. 
  • May be required to go to london office occassionally. 
  • Can be moved onto another project once one has finished. 

Senior Systems Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s  Team is partnering with a top class consultancy to recruit a Senior Systems Engineer.   The Senior Systems Engineer role comes with a competitive salary, great pension contribution and flexible working.   If you’re a Senior Systems Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that values work life balance and development of their employees, then submit your CV to apply today.     Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Systems Engineer role   Reporting to the Manager you will:    
  • Research and concept development of systems solutions.
  • Work with clients to analyse problems and provide the best solutions.
  • Develop and manage system requirements.
  • Design process engineering.
  • Carry out system performance evaluations.
  • Analyse systems safety requirements.
  • Analyse system integrity.
    Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:    
  • 10-15 years of experience in systems engineering within the Nuclear or Defence sectors.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
  • To have or be willing to work toward Chartership.
  • Need to be eligible for, or already hold, SC Clearance.
  • Experience in consultancy work (desirable).
    Personal skills     The Senior Systems Engineer role would suit someone who is:    
  • Passionate about systems engineering.
  • Enjoys a challenge.
  • Confident in working independently or as part of a team.
  • A good communicator.
  • A great problem solver and strong ability for critical thinking.
    Salary and benefits of the Senior Systems Engineer role    
  • A competitive salary + annual bonus.
  • Pension contribution.
  • Flexible working hours and remote working.
  • Life Insurance.
  • A company that values personal development and encourages technical progression.