Gemma Harfield

Job Posting National Major Projects Sales Manager – Land-based Location: National (UK-wide) Effective: ASAP About Us Roxtec, founded in Sweden in 1990, is the world leader in cable and pipe seals. Our pioneering modular-based seals with Multidiameter™ have driven rapid and sustainable growth, built on committed people, strong values, and a clear customer focus. National Major Projects Sales Manager We are seeking a technical sales professional to lead Roxtec’s engagement with major land-based projects across the UK. This national role is responsible for identifying, targeting, and maximising the potential of 5–10 major projects annually, ensuring Roxtec solutions are specified and adopted in high-value, strategic applications. Job Description

• Major Project Focus: Identify, prioritise, and develop relationships with key stakeholders on major UK projects (across rail, advanced facilities, pharma, telecoms, power generation, onshore chemical and oil & gas, and construction).
• Strategic Engagement: Work closely with owners, operators, engineering design firms, and contractors to ensure Roxtec solutions are specified and adopted in major projects.
• Project Pipeline: Build and manage a pipeline of 5–10 high-impact projects per year, from initial engagement through to specification, approval, and delivery.
• Business Development: Develop new business opportunities nationally, leveraging industry news, project databases, and relationships to identify and engage with major projects.
• Client Management: Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients, focusing on long-term partnerships and repeat business on major projects.
• Technical Promotion: Present Roxtec solutions to specifying engineers (electrical, control, instrumentation, mechanical, structural) via technical presentations, site visits, installation training, and other appropriate means.
• Sales Planning: Create and execute targeted sales plans for major projects, aligning resources to maximise project success and sales growth.
• Market Intelligence: Provide routine, accurate, and meaningful market information, forecasting, and product planning to management, with a focus on major project trends.
• Pre-sales Support: Deliver technical advice and solution guidance, including design input for bespoke products as required.
• CRM & Reporting: Plan and manage all customer contacts and meetings within Roxtec CRM system, ensuring accurate reporting and forecasting.
• Core Values: Effectively promote and apply Roxtec Core Values, both internally and within the industry.
• Networking: Attend industry events and forums to network and identify new major project opportunities.

Preferred Job Requirements

• University degree and/or equivalent experience. Consideration given to candidates with significant industry experience in similar roles.
• Proven sales experience, ideally presenting complex technical solutions to decision makers and specifying engineers on major projects.
• Existing relationships within owner/operators, engineering, contracting, and design firms involved in major UK projects.
• Strong understanding of industrial business practices and effective sales techniques, with a consultancy approach.
• Experience in business development, structured planning, and new prospect engagement at a national level.
• Ability to use industry news, project databases, and relationships to develop technical sales opportunities.
• Excellent networking and interpersonal communication skills (written and oral).
• Proven ability to manage long-term, complex sales projects to success.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally as required.

Beneficial Skills / Knowledge

• Experience providing technical support and surveying applications.
• Successful track record of selling premium solutions against low-cost competitors.
• Knowledge and experience within power, process, industry, and infrastructure markets preferred.

Senior Building Services Engineer (HVAC)

3-6 month contract

Description of the assignment

Purpose of the job

The Senior Building Services Engineer defines and distributes the scope of work to ensure that the project is executed safely, on time and at appropriate levels of quality.  The Senior Building Services Engineer is responsible for the delivery of design and engineering to meet the requirements technical specification.  

Key Accountabilities

·            Development of designs and documentation to satisfy the technical specification,

·            Production of design deliverables throughout the design process,

·            Checking/approval of discipline specific design deliverables,

·            Contribution to design reviews and safety reviews,

·            Ensuring quality and timely delivery of design documentation throughout all phases of the design process,

·            Compliance with safety legislation, industry codes and standards and statutory regulations,

·            Develop cost effective technical solutions,

·            Staff development,

·            Managing safety by developing and reinforcing the safety culture,

·            Management of contractors,

·            Provide technical consultancy,

·            Provide support during Site surveys, installation and commissioning.

 

Occupational Skills and Knowledge

·            Degree qualified in a relevant technical / engineering discipline or demonstrable experience,

·            Working towards, or already have, Chartership in a discipline specific engineering institution.

Duties and Requirements

Essential

·           Strong understanding of the fundamentals within your engineering discipline,

·            Previous experience in the design of Building Services (inc: Ventilation & Piped Services),

·            Proven track record of successfully delivering design solutions,

·            Good understanding of safety legislation and statutory regulations,

·            Strong organisational and interpersonal skills,

·            Good level of commercial awareness,

·            Experience of leading design teams,

·            Experience of managing sub-contracts,

·            Experience of bid preparation.

·            Experience working on design substantiation or period reviews of safety

·            Experience writing Design Assessment Reports (DARs)

Desirable

·            Full membership of a discipline specific engineering institution and CEng status,

·            Knowledge of Design software capability and outputs,

·            Experience of Containment and process ventilation systems,

·            Experience of Design and Engineering substantiation,

·            Construction Site experience,

·            Experience of working in the Nuclear industry or other highly regulated industry.

Why us?

Why Nuvia

Nuvia - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.

Nuvia is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.

Entity

NUVIA is a branch of VINCI, the world's largest integrated concessions and construction group. NUVIA is more specifically the nuclear entity of the VINCI Group and is involved in the entire life cycle of nuclear facilities, from new build to decommissioning, maintenance and operation. NUVIA is constantly growing, with more than 2700 employees worldwide. On average, 100 men and women join us every year. Now, more than ever, we are looking for new talent to support the group's growth.

 

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading company working within the Nuclear Engineer sector, currently require a Senior EC&I Engineer to join their design team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working in the EC&I discipline at a senior level and hold active security clearance.    The position sits outside IR35, paying around £50-£60 per hour and will start with a 3-month contract. Suitable candidates are able to work from home with the occasional visit to their Aldermaston site. If you’re a Senior EC&I Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that believes their people are the key to success, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Senior EC&I Engineer you will work in a hands-on design-based position to deliver and design engineering solutions. This will involve:

• Hands-on delivery of design and engineering solutions.
• Lead on design, specification, procurement, installation, acceptance testing, commissioning, and operator training.
• Check and approve engineering documents and drawings.
• Liaise with clients and multi-discipline managers to deliver cost-effective solutions.
• Provide technical consultancy and guidance across the UK EC&I design team.
• Manage project quality, progress, cost control, and supporting documentation.
• Drive and maintain compliance with safety culture and regulations (e.g. CDM, CE marking).
• Actively participate in design and safety reviews (HAZOP, risk assessments).

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: Essential:

• Degree-qualified in a relevant technical/engineering discipline (or demonstrable experience).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within the nuclear industry.
• Proven competence in design/delivery within a project-based environment.
• Full UK driver’s licence.
• Working towards Chartered Engineer status.
• Understanding of design requirements supporting nuclear safety cases.
• Experience leading technical teams and managing sub-contractors.

Significant expertise in at least two of the following:

• Mechanical Handling (including Remote in-cell handling)
• Process Instrumentation
• Functional Safety (BS EN 61508/61511)
• Machinery Safety (BS EN 60204, BS EN 13849
• LV Distribution Systems (Trimble Pro-design)

Desirable:

• Chartered Engineer (or nearing chartership), with membership to a relevant institution (e.g. IET).
• Knowledge of EC&I integration with control systems (PLC/SCADA).
• Experience in Design Substantiation to support safety cases.
• Additional Defence sector experience.
• Involvement in bid preparation.

    Personal skills The Senior EC&I Engineer role would suit someone who has:

• Strong organisational and collaboration skills.
• Quality and service-driven approach with high commercial awareness.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure.
• Active SC clearance.

    Salary and benefits of the Senior EC&I Engineer role

• 3-month contract
• £50 - £60 an hour

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Astute’s Environmental team is working with a purpose-driven consultancy recognised for its collaborative culture and technical excellence, to recruit an Associate / Associate Director – Ecology, based in either London or Redhill (Gatwick), with flexible hybrid working.

This Associate / Associate Director – Ecology role offers a salary of £65,000 to £72,000, alongside flexible working, structured progression, and a collaborative team environment committed to sustainability and innovation.

If you're an experienced ecological consultant looking to take a lead role in shaping the future of ecology consultancy in the South East — while working across varied, high-impact projects submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Associate / Associate Director – Ecology role

Reporting to the Business Unit Director, you will:

• Lead the planning and delivery of a broad portfolio of ecological projects

• Prepare and review PEAs, EcIAs, ES chapters, BNG assessments, and HRA reports

• Provide high-quality technical and commercial advice to clients

• Oversee project delivery, ensuring financial performance and client satisfaction

• Write and contribute to tenders, bids, and proposals

• Mentor junior team members and support professional development

• Act as technical reviewer for reports and deliverables

• Identify opportunities for new services and client growth

• Champion best practice in health, safety, and quality assurance

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A relevant degree (Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline)

• Extensive consultancy experience, ideally at Senior, Principal or Associate level

• Full membership of CIEEM (or working toward it)

• Chartered status (CEcol or CEnv) desirable

• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation, planning policy, and protected species

• Proven track record in project management and client engagement

• Experience in team leadership and technical mentoring

• A full UK manual driving licence

Personal skills

The Associate / Associate Director – Ecology role would suit someone who is:

• Commercially aware, technically excellent, and collaborative in approach

• Passionate about delivering pragmatic, high-quality solutions

• Skilled in both independent and team-based working

• Looking to make a long-term impact within a growing team

• Excited by a leadership role that combines hands-on delivery with strategic growth

Salary and benefits of the Associate / Associate Director – Ecology role

• £65,000 – £72,000 depending on experience

• Car allowance (up to £5,000)

• Flexible hybrid working (1–2 days per week in-office preferred)

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)

• Private medical insurance

• Career development and chartership support

• Annual salary review aligned to market standards

• Collaborative and inclusive team culture

Astute’s Environmental team is working with a well-established and forward-thinking consultancy delivering high-quality environmental services across the UK to recruit a Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant, based in Leeds, London, or Manchester with flexible hybrid working available.

This Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant role offers a salary of £30,000–£35,000, along with flexible working, structured development support, and the opportunity to work on nationally significant planning and infrastructure projects.

If you’re a flood risk or drainage professional looking to grow your technical and commercial experience in a supportive and ambitious team, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant role

Reporting to the Water Services Lead, you will:

• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Strategies, and other planning support documents

• Contribute to SuDS design and prepare technical drawings and drainage plans

• Assist with due diligence reviews for investors and developers, offering practical risk mitigation advice

• Analyse and present spatial data using GIS tools (e.g., QGIS)

• Collaborate with planning and environmental teams across the business

• Contribute to projects in related areas such as nutrient neutrality and climate risk assessments

• Work towards professional accreditation and broaden your technical capabilities

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering or a similar field (or equivalent experience)

• Around 2–4 years of experience in flood risk or drainage consultancy

• Familiarity with UK planning policy, SuDS principles, and relevant environmental legislation

• Experience using QGIS or similar GIS software

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

• Eagerness to develop professionally and contribute to a team environment

Personal skills

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

• Passionate about delivering sustainable water management solutions

• Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable with client interaction

• Interested in a varied role with technical and commercial growth opportunities

• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively

• Keen to work on meaningful projects that support planning and sustainability goals

Salary and benefits of the Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant role

• £30,000–£35,000 depending on experience

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

• Company-matched pension scheme

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

• Chartership and CPD support

• Employee wellbeing programme

• Discounts across fitness, travel, retail and entertainment

• Opportunities to volunteer and engage with community initiatives

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a well-established and leading specialist in design, manufacture, and installation of specialist steel structures. They are looking for a Technical Sales Manager to join their team to win new opportunities, grow key accounts, and build lasting partnerships across core and emerging infrastructure markets.

This integral position comes with a salary of up to £60,000 depending on experience and the chance to work on a hybrid basis.   If you’re an experienced Technical Sales professional and are looking to work for an organisation that invests in their staff, then upload your CV to apply today.

 

               

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Sales Manager you will:

• Identifying and securing new business opportunities across the telecoms, energy, rail, highways, and water sectors.
• Building and managing a robust pipeline through proactive market research and lead generation.
• Delivering compelling client presentations and negotiations, showcasing the company’s technical expertise and value-engineering capabilities.
• Developing trusted, long-term relationships with key stakeholders, including engineers, procurement teams, and framework leads.
• Representing the business at client meetings, industry events, and trade shows to promote services and build networks.
• Working closely with estimating and commercial teams to produce competitive, high-quality proposals.
• Monitoring market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments to inform business strategy.
• Maintaining and growing relationships with existing clients through strategic account management.
• Collaborating cross-functionally to ensure excellent project delivery and customer satisfaction

 

 

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Proven experience in specification sales within the civil construction industry.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with confidence delivering CPD presentations.
• A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to client sites as needed.

 

 

Personal skills

The Technical Sales Manager role would suit someone who has:

• A track record of building relationships with technical and commercial stakeholders.
• A self-driven, technically curious, and commercially astute mindset.
• Proficiency with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and presentation tools.
• A solid understanding of B2B sales cycles and public procurement/tendering processes.

 

 

Salary and benefits of the Technical Sales Manager role

• Salary up to £60,000 (dependent on experience)
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Paid travel expenses
• Opportunities for training and career development within a supportive team

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Astute are partnered with Capula, part of the Dalkia Group, a long-established and highly reputable system integration specialist operating across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, Capula are looking for a Senior Project Manager to join their Nuclear division, based in Stone with flexible working available. This is a senior leadership role, responsible for delivering a portfolio of complex, high-value projects within the Nuclear sector, involving full turnkey solutions across PLC/SCADA and safety-critical systems. As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while leading and developing multi-disciplinary engineering teams. Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Nuclear Project Manager role As the Senior Project Manager, you will be:  

• Managing a portfolio of projects with cumulative values of several million pounds, from inception through to delivery
• Ensuring projects are delivered to agreed timescales, specifications, budgets and customer satisfaction levels
• Leading and managing multi-disciplinary teams including:
  • Project Managers
  • Hardware and Software Engineers
  • Installation Engineers (team sizes up to ~30)
• Taking full financial responsibility for project delivery, including budget control, margin performance and subcontractor management
• Liaising closely with internal production and engineering teams based in Stone
• Managing subcontractors for specialist works and services
• Ensuring all Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety (QEHS) requirements are met across projects
• Holding regular progress and review meetings with clients
• Supporting the development of long-term client relationships and future business opportunities
• Overseeing the full project lifecycle including requirements definition, design and substantiation, implementation and testing, installation and commissioning and ongoing support

  Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• 5–10+ years’ experience in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) project management within the nuclear industry or a similarly regulated environment
• Strong understanding of PLC/SCADA systems and electrical hardware
• Experience working with NEC3 / NEC4 contracts
• Experience managing subcontractors and complex supply chains
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC)
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel, including occasional stays away

Desirable:

• Project management qualification (e.g. APM, PMI or similar)
• Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely)
• Experience using CEMAR
• Degree qualified, ideally in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Personal Skills The Senior Nuclear Project Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• A strong leader with proven team management experience
• Commercially astute with a strategic mindset
• An excellent communicator with strong client-facing skills
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple complex projects
• Able to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines
• Proactive in identifying risks and driving solutions
• Flexible and adaptable in a highly regulated environment

Salary and benefits of the Senior Project Manager role

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private healthcare
• Lifestyle screening
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Mental health assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Support toward professional registration (IEng / CEng) and paid membership fees

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Astute are partnered with Capula, part of the Dalkia Group, a long-established and highly reputable system integration specialist operating across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, Capula are looking for a Commissioning Engineer to join their Energy division, based from Stone with regular travel to UK client sites. This is a hands-on role focused on the testing and commissioning of electrical automation and control systems, ranging from system upgrades to full turnkey installations. As a Commissioning Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring systems are tested, validated, and ready for operation, working closely with engineering and site teams.   Responsibilities and duties of the Commissioning Engineer role As the Commissioning Engineer, you will be:  

• Carrying out site acceptance testing (SAT) and commissioning activities
• Supporting factory acceptance testing (FAT)
• Supervising installation work on client sites
• Ensuring all work meets technical and safety standards
• Producing and managing commissioning documentation and test records
• Marking up drawings and schematics with site changes
• Developing and reviewing test and commissioning procedures
• Deploying and verifying configuration files (PLC, SCADA, RTU, IEDs, networks)
• Supporting site preparation, materials, and equipment setup
• Managing commissioning tools, spares, and test equipment
• Carrying out fault finding and resolving system issues
• Managing LOTO and safe isolation procedures on site

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Background in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
• Experience in test and commissioning of electrical/control systems
• Strong fault-finding skills on electrical and electronic systems
• Understanding of SCADA, PLCs, and substation control systems
• Knowledge of communication networks (Ethernet, fibre, serial systems)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• Understanding of electrical safety and LOTO procedures
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Desirable:

• 18th Edition (BS7671) and C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing
• Experience on National Grid substations
• Knowledge of substation secondary systems
• Experience writing test and commissioning documentation

  Personal Skills The Commissioning Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• Technically strong with a hands-on approach
• Analytical and methodical in problem solving
• A clear communicator with site teams and clients
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working under pressure and to deadlines
• Flexible with travel and site-based work

Salary and benefits of the Commissioning Engineer role

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private healthcare
• Lifestyle screening
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Mental health assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Support toward professional registration (IEng / CEng) and paid membership fees

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Astute’s Nuclear team are exclusively partnering with a world leader in the field of cable and pipe seals and are looking to recruit a Technical Sales Manager to join their growing business in their Power and Process sector. The Technical Sales professional is key to further developing their Process Industry market across the Central Belt of Scotland and the North. The role will be varied in focus, covering both engineering specification with leading industry design companies, but also extending to both owners and contractors involved in operating and constructing projects in their chosen markets and applications. This position comes with a salary of up to £55,000, company vehicle and a bonus scheme of 20%-40% based on personal and company performance. If you’re a successful Salesperson and are looking to work for an organisation that values their staff and provides growth opportunities, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Technical Sales Manager you will:  

• Identify and engage with UK DNO companies and process industry projects, building brand awareness and securing specifications to drive sales.
• Develop new business opportunities from initial contact through to inclusion on client-approved lists and maintain existing relationships.
• Present the company’s’ solutions to key decision-makers through technical presentations, site visits, and training.
• Drive sustainable growth via targeted sales plans and world-class project support.
• Use CRM for customer management, provide market insights, and offer pre-sales technical advice.

    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:  

• University degree or equivalent, or sufficient industry experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience in selling technical solutions to decision-makers, with existing relationships in target sectors.
• Strong understanding of civil construction, electrical, controls, automation, and mechanical systems in relevant markets.
• Ability to develop structured plans, engage new prospects, and manage long-term sales projects.
• Proven experience in providing technical support and application surveying, with a strong understanding of Ex standards, particularly in relation to enclosures and cable glands.
• Successful track record of selling premium solutions in competitive environments, with in-depth knowledge of the UK DNO market.

    Personal skills: The Technical Sales Manager role would suit someone who has:  

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to present solutions, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

    Salary and benefits of the Senior Mechanical Engineer role:  

• Salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience
• 20% – 40% bonus structure based on individual and company performance
• Company car
• Development opportunities
• Double pay on your third year anniversary month!

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