Automatic Gates, Barriers, Doors & Access ControlLocation:Birmingham (Smethwick) Site-based role with regular client and site visits
Salary:Up to £50,000 per annum + Annual Performance Bonus
Employment Type:Permanent, Full-TimeProbation Period: 6 months

We have been entrusted with supporting a long established client that has had a presence in Birmingham for over 25 years. This is an outstanding opportunity to Join a dynamic and ambitious organisation at an exciting inflection point. Our client are entering an aggressive growth phase with a clear vision and strategic and financial plan to: to double both turnover and profitability within the next 3-5 years.

As a specialist in automatic gates, barriers, access control, and perimeter security solutions, they are rapidly expanding their project portfolio and client base. This isn’t just another job it’s an opportunity to be a key player in their transformation, shaping systems and leading delivery as they scale.

Based in Birmingham near Smethwick andserving clients across the Midlands and beyond. With a strong pipeline of projects and ambitious growth targets, they now seek a talented Project Manager who’s ready to grow with us.

THE ROLE

As Project Manager, you will be the cornerstone for the project delivery function, overseeing complex installations from initial enquiry through to successful handover. You’ll work with cutting-edge access control technology automatic gates, barriers, turnstiles, bollards, and integrated security systems delivering solutions for commercial, industrial, and high-security environments.

This is a hands-on, site-based role requiring regular client visits, site surveys, and on-site project oversight. You’ll split your time between strategic planning, client liaison, site visits, and team coordination to ensure every project is delivered on time, within budget, and to exceptional standards.

As the organisation grows, you’ll transition into a broader leadership role, managing the project administrator, project coordinator, and eventually a team of installation and service engineers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIESProject Delivery & Management

• Manage end-to-end delivery of projects involving automatic gates, barriers, turnstiles, bollards, doors, and integrated access control solutions
• Oversee all project phases: initial survey, design coordination, procurement, installation scheduling, commissioning, and handover
• Coordinate site surveys, technical assessments, and risk assessments in line with CDM regulations
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies
• Monitor project budgets, costs, and profitability throughout the lifecycle
• Identify and mitigate project risks proactively
• Drive projects from inception to completion, ensuring smooth delivery and client satisfaction

Stakeholder & Team Coordination

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates and professional communication
• Liaise closely with installation engineers, service engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Coordinate internal resources including the project administrator and project coordinator
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, resolve issues, and maintain quality standards
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors
• Participate in client meetings, progress reviews, and project handover sessions

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure all projects comply with UK safety standards, industry regulations, and company procedures
• Maintain rigorous project documentation including method statements, risk assessments, and O&M manuals
• Oversee health and safety compliance on all sites
• Ensure installations meet BS EN standards for automated gates, barriers, and access control systems
• Implement quality control processes and conduct regular project reviews

People Leadership (Progressive Responsibility)

• Initially manage project administrator and project coordinator
• Transition to managing the engineering team as you establish yourself in the role
• Conduct regular 1-2-1s and performance reviews with direct reports
• Support team development, training, and capability building
• Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTSExperience & Technical Knowledge

• Proven experience working with automatic gates, bollards, barriers, doors, turnstiles, or access control systems (installation, service, project coordination, or technical sales background all relevant)
• Demonstrable project management or project coordination experience in a technical, engineering, construction, or security sector
• Strong understanding of technical installations, engineering principles, and project delivery
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities
• Understanding of UK health and safety requirements and compliance standards

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional organisational skills structured, methodical, detail-oriented
• Strong problem-solving abilities able to think on your feet and resolve issues pragmatically
• Excellent communication skills confident liaising with clients, engineers, and senior stakeholders
• Ambitious and growth-oriented you want to develop your career and grow with the business
• Commercially aware understanding project profitability, cost control, and client value
• Proactive and self-motivated able to work autonomously and take ownership
• Professional demeanor and strong customer service mindset

Practical Requirements

• Full UK driving licence (essential regular site visits required)
• Willingness to travel across the Midlands and occasionally further afield
• Comfortable working on active construction sites and outdoor environments
• Flexible approach to working hours when project deadlines require

Remuneration & Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Annual performance bonus based on individual and company performance
• Company car (suitable for site visits and client meetings)
• Laptop and mobile phone provided
• Company pension scheme
• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• 6-month probation period with full support and regular reviews

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

In your first 6 months, you will:

• Successfully manage multiple projects through to completion
• Build strong relationships with clients, engineers, and suppliers
• Establish yourself as the go-to person for project delivery
• Implement improvements to project processes and documentation

Within 12-18 months, you will:

• Take on leadership of project coordinators and administrators
• Begin managing and developing the engineering team
• Drive increased project profitability and delivery efficiency
• Be a trusted senior member of the management team

Within 3 years, you will:

• Lead the entire project delivery function
• Manage a growing team as the business scales
• Shape company strategy and operational excellence

LOCATION - Manchester / Leeds / Leicester or Edinburgh

We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Senior Mechanical Building Services Engineer to support and develop the project delivery capabilities of our busy and successful building services team in Manchester.

You should be able to demonstrate competence in all core mechanical design and engineering principals. You should be able to successfully lead and deliver multiple low complexity projects without supervision or packages of more complex projects, under the direction of more experienced staff. You will be expected to interface with clients and provide guidance and advice to less experienced staff.

Project work will vary and you will have experience with the delivery and management of projects across a range of sectors including life sciences, defence, education, commercial, residential, renewable energy, industrial, retail, healthcare and leisure within both public and private domains.

In this role you will be responsible for all aspects of design and delivery of mechanical engineering consultancy services for a portfolio of projects. You will be responsible for; undertaking calculations, production of drawings, producing specifications and reports, conducting site surveys, conducting construction stage duties, providing client liaison, consulting with members of design/construction teams and any other relevant duties required to comply with project briefs.

Producing and reviewing mechanical design drawings will be key to your role. Experience of using Autodesk Revit MEP would be beneficial. If required further training in Revit and other systems will be provided.

You will have the passion and drive to deliver and manage projects in accordance with the clients brief and programme, and will help develop good client relationships. You should be capable of managing your own workload, updating forward plans of workload regularly and working to time allocations.

Key responsibilities:

• Production and review of detailed design calculations for all aspects of mechanical design
• Production of specifications and plant schedules
• Production of design notes, basis of design and RIBA stage reports showing compliance with standards and best practice
• Production of design drawings from conception through to detailed design
• Conducting detailed site surveys and inspection of installations
• Mentoring and guidance of junior to intermediate engineers
• Hold (or meet the criteria to hold) security clearance to MOD SC level

About you:

• Ideally you will have an accredited Building Services /Mechanical Engineering degree or higher educational qualification
• Ideally Chartered engineer or working towards membership
• The skill set and passion for engineering with the ability to manage and deliver mechanical building services engineering designs across awide range of sectors
• Experienced in project lead and delivery of mechanical services across multiple projects, as part of a multi discipline design team
• Take design lead on projects promoting design excellence at all times
• Conduct any or all stages of mechanical design from concept to completion as required by the project
• Knowledge and experience in a range of digital tools including AutoCAD, AutoDesk Revit, IES, NBS and Microsoft packages
• Proven ability to develop designs conscious of energy conservation, sustainability and with a knowledge basis of renewable technologies
• Fully conversant with technical and legislation requirements for mechanical and public health services equipment and installation design and management
• Able to take charge of project deliverables, make decisions on developing the discipline design elements, act on own initiative and operate in a pro-active way
• Strong communication and people skills, particularly the ability to influence and negotiate both internally and externally with an open and inclusive style
• Consult closely with other professionals, including structural engineers, architects, surveyors, and contractors of in-house and external project teams
• Strong report writing skills
• Experience of producing and supporting fee estimates, and bids would be beneficial
• Experience managing and mentoring junior to intermediate engineers

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits.

For more information on our company, please visit our website atwww.tetratecheurope.com. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.

We are veryhappy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours.We can offer a range of solutions to help you to get the most out of your work / life balance.

LOCATION - Manchester / Leeds / Leicester or Edinburgh

We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Principal Electrical Building Services Engineer to support and develop the project delivery capabilities of our busy and successful building services team.

Candidates will successfully lead and deliver multiple, medium complexity projects without supervision, or packages of high complexity projects under the direction of more experienced staff.You will provide advice to clients and will take responsibility for managing and cultivating client relationships and securing new work. You should be able to lead, or demonstrate the competency to lead, a team of less experienced staff as you may have line management responsibility.

Project work will vary and you will have experience across a range of sectors including life sciences, defence, education, commercial, residential, renewable energy, industrial, retail, healthcare and leisure within both public and private domains.

In this role you will be responsible for all aspects of design in the delivery of electrical engineering consultancy services for a portfolio of projects. You will be responsible for; undertaking calculations, production of drawings, producing specifications and reports, conducting site surveys, conducting construction stage duties, providing client liaison, consulting with members of design/construction teams and any other relevant duties required to comply with project briefs.

Producing and reviewing electrical design drawings will be key to your role. Experience of using Autodesk Revit MEP would be beneficial.If required further training in Revit and other systems will be provided.

You will have the passion and drive to deliver and manage projects in accordance with the clients brief and programme, and to help develop good client relationships. You should be capable of managing your own workload and the workload of others, updating forward plans of workload regularly & working to time allocations.

Key responsibilities:

Production and review of detailed design calculations for all aspects of electrical design.

Production of specifications and plant schedules.

Production of design notes, basis of design and RIBA stage reports showing compliance with standards and best practice.

Production of design drawings from conception through to detailed design.

Conducting detailed site surveys and inspection of installations.

Mentoring and guidance of junior to intermediate engineers.

Input into fee estimates and bid process.

Support associates and director with resource planning and managing team workload.

Holds (or meet the criteria to hold) security clearance to MOD SC level.

Requirements:

Ideally you will have an accredited Building Services /Electrical Engineering degree or higher educational qualification.

Ideally Chartered engineer or working towards membership.

The skill set and passion for engineering with the ability to manage and deliver electrical building services engineering designs across a range of sectors.

Experienced in project lead and delivery of electrical services across multiple projects, as part of a multi discipline design team.

Conducting any or all stages of electrical design from concept to completion as required by the project.

Take design lead on projects promoting design excellence at all times.

Experience in a range of digital tools including AutoCAD, AutoDesk Revit, Dialux, Relux, Amtech, NBS and Microsoft packages

Proven ability to develop designs conscious of energy conservation, sustainability and with a knowledge basis of renewable technologies.

Fully conversant with technical and legislation requirements for electrical services equipment and installation design and management.

Able to take charge of project deliverables, make decisions on developing the discipline design elements, act on own initiative and operate in a pro-active way.

Strong communication and people skills, particularly the ability to influence and negotiate both internally and externally with an open and inclusive style.

Consulting closely with other professionals, including structural engineers, architects, surveyors, and contractors of in-house and external project teams.

Strong report writing skills.

Experience of producing and supporting fee estimates and bid writing would be beneficial.

Able to generate a programme and produce progress reports against this.

Experience in managing and mentoring junior to intermediate engineers.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits.

For more information on our company, please visit our website atwww.tetratecheurope.com. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.

We are veryhappy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours.We can offer a range of solutions to help you to get the most out of your work / life balance.

Additional Information

• Organization: 784 TCE
• Requisition #78400001575

Principal Structural Engineer (Civils)

Leicester, England

£55,000 - £65,000 + Training + Progression + Pension + Employee Benefits + Chartership Mentoring

Are you a Principal Structural Engineer or similar with a background in the Civil/Structural Engineering industry or a related field, looking to join a well-established, highly respected company, recognised as leaders within the Civil Engineering industry?

Do you want to become a key member in a team of highly skilled sector specialist, looking to join a rapidly growing, widely revered company, known for their premium service and highest level of workmanship in every project they undertake?

On offer for the successful Principal Structural Engineer or similar is the unmissable opportunity to take on a technical leadership role within a well-established, highly impressive business, offering not just scalable pathways for career pathways, with the change to progress professionally, but also best-in-class training and development opportunities both personally and professionally. Presenting itself is the opportunity to join a well-respected company, boasting an impressive reputation, known for their top-of-the-line service and workmanship in every project they undertake.

In this role, the successful Principal Structural Engineer or similar will be responsible for managing the civil and structural engineering design on a variety of projects, boasting technical leadership and team management. In addition, you will also be responsible for both client, consultant, and cross departmental liaison, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and to the highest of standards. On top of this, you will be responsible for preparing detailed designs as well as accurate reports/documentation for any projects worked. Finally, you will be a representative for the company in regard to meetings, external engagements etc

The ideal Principal Structural Engineer or similar will have a background within the Civil/Structural Engineering sector, or a related field. In addition, you will have previous working experience in both technical drawing/designs as well as structural analysis on a wide variety of materials. On top of this, you will ideally be chartered and/or working toward it. Penultimately, you will have had prior experience managing technical projects. Finally, you will have a full, valid UK driver’s license as well as access to your own vehicle.

The Role:

• Managing the civil and structural engineering design on a variety of projects
• Client, consultant, contractor and colleague liaison
• Preparing detailed designs as well as accurate reports/documentation for any projects worked

The Person:

• A background within the Civil/Structural Engineering sector, or a related field
• Previous working experience in both technical drawing/designs as well as structural analysis on a wide variety of materials
• Valid UK driver’s license as well as access to your own vehicle

Reference: BBBH23683

Keywords: Civil, Structural, Engineer, Engineering, Structural Engineering, Associate, Associate Engineer, Associate Structural Engineer, Chartered, Membership, Leicester, England

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Role: Finance Systems Manager
Salary: £46,000 - £56,500
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid 2 Days In-Office Weekly)
Network IT are supporting a large and complex organisation seeking a Finance Systems Manager.
This will be a fantastic opportunity for someone with foundational experience administering Finance systems who are now looking to step up, become the sole owner of the organisations Finance system, and be trained and developed by a talented internal team. The successful candidate will bring curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a desire to grow into a system ownership role with genuine influence across Finance operations.
This position blends hands-on system administration, functional expertise, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership. You will demonstrate excellent communication skills, strong understanding of Finance system capability, and a proactive approach to improving system performance and user experience.
Role Overview
As the Finance Systems Manager, you will take full ownership of the Finance systems landscape, ensuring effective configuration, administration, documentation, and continuous improvement of the organisations Finance ERP environment. You will lead system enhancements, manage system support, and maintain strong governance across the Finance functional area.
You will work closely with Finance stakeholders, subject matter experts, and managed service partners to resolve issues, deliver improvements, and maintain accurate system documentation. You will represent the internal systems team in key forums, manage a small team, and may deputise for the Head of the function.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance systems workstream, ensuring clear direction and continuous improvement.
• Maintain all Finance system documentation, including SLAs, defects, process maps, SOPs, and training guides.
• Resolve system issues, identify root causes, and prevent recurrence.
• Manage functional roadmaps and release cycles, including testing and stakeholder updates.
• Assess vendor updates and releases, advising on impacts and ensuring safe deployment.
• Drive Finance process and system improvements aligned to best practice.
• Oversee user roles, permissions, and Finance system security.
• Safeguard data integrity and escalate issues when necessary.
• Provide Level 2 functional support and build internal knowledge.
• Maintain up-to-date SOPs, known-issue lists, and training materials.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Finance Systems Administration experience.
• Experience leading or managing a team, or readiness to step into a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of Finance processes and Finance ERP functional modules (GL, AP, AR, Expenses, or related).
• Experience working in complex delivery environments with multiple stakeholder groups.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence, coach, and translate complex system capability into clear outcomes.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify trends and propose improvements.
• Effective organisational skills with experience coordinating work across teams.
• Supportive, collaborative leadership style with the ability to manage performance and develop capability in others.

Deputy Engineering Manager
Location: Brackley
Rate: £500 per day

Summary
We are seeking a Deputy Engineering Manager to join the Engineering team on-site in Brackley. This role will provide essential support to the Engineering Manager and work closely with the construction team to manage day-to-day engineering activities. Key responsibilities include identifying and mitigating engineering risks, reviewing and accepting Work Package Plans (WPPs), Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) on behalf of the Engineering Manager. The role involves close collaboration with Quality, Environmental, and Construction Support teams to ensure compliance and technical assurance.

The Deputy Engineering Manager will oversee the management and execution of temporary works, ensuring proper coordination and integration with permanent works designs. They will provide technical guidance to construction delivery teams on matters such as Site Construction Environmental Works (SCEW), Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), short notice design changes (Technical Queries and Field Change Requests), materials approvals, shop drawing and temporary works design reviews, and testing procedures.

Additionally, the role includes responsibility for timely and accurate redlining of approved design changes and supporting technical assurance activities such as audits, surveillance, and HS2 Technical Assurance Reviews. The Deputy Engineering Manager will liaise with the Designers Construction Support team to resolve design queries and changes efficiently.

Skills
Experience in major civil engineering works
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
Previous experience in a similar deputy or engineering management role
Experience working on large infrastructure projects
Ability to coordinate workloads effectively
Strong communication skills
Excellent Microsoft Office proficiency
Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer status
Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle
Valid CSCS card (White, White/Yellow, Black, Gold, or Red)
Software/Tools
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Project management and document control systems (as applicable)
Certifications & Standards
Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer (CEng)
CSCS card (White, White/Yellow, Black, Gold, or Red)
Full UK driving licence
This role offers a competitive daily rate of £500 and the opportunity to contribute to a major infrastructure project within a collaborative and safety-focused environment.

Principal/Senior Transport Engineer (Civils/Highways)

Leicester, England

£55,000 - £65,000 + Training + Progression + Pension + Employee Benefits + Chartership Mentoring

Are you a Principal/Senior Transport Engineer or similar with a background in the Civils/Highways Engineering industry or a related field, looking to join a well-established, highly respected company, recognised as leaders within the Civil Engineering industry?

Do you want to become a key member in a team of highly skilled sector specialist, looking to join a rapidly growing, widely revered company, known for their premium service and highest level of workmanship in every project they undertake?

On offer for the successful Principal/Senior Transport Engineer or similar is the unmissable opportunity to take on a technical leadership role within a well-established, highly impressive business, offering not just scalable pathways for career pathways, with the change to progress professionally, but also best-in-class training and development opportunities both personally and professionally. Presenting itself is the opportunity to join a well-respected company, boasting an impressive reputation, known for their top-of-the-line service and workmanship in every project they undertake.

In this role, the successful Principal/Senior Structural Engineer or similar will be responsible for the management and delivery of all aspects of transport statements and assessments on a wide variety of projects. In addition, you will also be responsible for carrying out complex junction analysis, providing technical advice/engineering recommendations where needed. On top of this, you will be responsible for preparing detailed designs as well as accurate reports/documentation for any projects worked. Finally, you will be a representative for the company in regard to meetings, external engagements etc

The ideal Principal/Senior Transport Engineer or similar will have a background within the Civils/Highways Engineering sector, or a related field. In addition, you will have previous working experience in both technical drawing/designs as well as traffic modelling and transport analysis. On top of this, you will ideally be chartered and/or working toward it. Penultimately, you will have a strong knowledge of national and local transport policy and requirements. Finally, you will have a full, valid UK driver’s license as well as access to your own vehicle.

The Role:

• Managing the Transport Engineering design on a variety of projects
• Carrying out complex junction analysis
• Preparing detailed designs as well as accurate reports/documentation for any projects worked

The Person:

• A background within the Civils/Highways Engineering sector, or a related field
• Previous working experience in both technical drawing/designs as well as traffic modelling and transport analysis
• Valid UK driver’s license as well as access to your own vehicle

Reference: BBBH23688

Keywords: Civil, Highways, Transport, Engineer, Engineering, Transport Engineering, Principal, Principal Engineer, Principal Transport Engineer, Chartered, Membership, Leicester, England

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Associate Structural Engineer (Progression To Directorship)

Leicester, England

£60,000 - £70,000 + Training + Progression + Pension + Employee Benefits + Chartership Mentoring

Are you an Associate Structural Engineer or similar with a background in the Civil/Structural Engineering industry or a related field, looking to join a well-established, highly respected company, recognised as leaders within the Civil Engineering industry?

Do you want to become a key member in a team of highly skilled sector specialist, looking to join a rapidly growing, widely revered company, known for their premium service and highest level of workmanship in every project they undertake?

On offer for the successful Associate Structural Engineer or similar is the unmissable opportunity to join a well-established, highly impressive business, offering not just scalable pathways for career pathways, but also best-in-class training and development opportunities both personally and professionally. Presenting itself is the opportunity to join a well-respected company, boasting an impressive reputation, known for their top-of-the-line service and workmanship in every project they undertake.

In this role, the successful Associate Structural Engineer or similar will be responsible for managing the civil and structural engineering design on a variety of projects, leading a team of both Engineers and Technicians. In addition, you will also be responsible for both client, consultant, contractor and colleague liaison, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and to the highest of standards. On top of this, you will be responsible for preparing detailed designs as well as accurate reports/documentation for any projects worked. Finally, you will be a representative for the company in regard to meetings, external engagements etc

The ideal Associate Structural Engineer or similar will have a background within the Civil/Structural Engineering sector, or a related field. In addition, you will have previous working experience in both technical drawing/designs as well as structural analysis on a wide variety of materials. On top of this, you will ideally be chartered and/or working toward it. Finally, you will have a full, valid UK driver’s license as well as access to your own vehicle.

The Role:

• Managing the civil and structural engineering design on a variety of projects
• Client, consultant, contractor and colleague liaison
• Preparing detailed designs as well as accurate reports/documentation for any projects worked

The Person:

• A background within the Civil/Structural Engineering sector, or a related field
• Previous working experience in both technical drawing/designs as well as structural analysis on a wide variety of materials
• Valid UK driver’s license as well as access to your own vehicle

Reference: BBBH23682

Keywords: Civil, Structural, Engineer, Engineering, Structural Engineering, Associate, Associate Engineer, Associate Structural Engineer, Chartered, Membership, Leicester, England

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£80,000-£100,000 + Progression + Regular International Travel + Bonus + Hybrid Working + Enhanced Pension + Company Car + Company Benefits

Regular travel across the UK and EMEA

Are you a Project Manager from an HVAC / Large Scale Commercial or similar background looking to be the go-to person responsible for heading up cutting edge, far-reaching projects across EMEA within a global manufacturer who offer the chance to make the role your own, travel the world and to directly influence departmental development?

This company are a market leading manufacturer of Piping systems who have been established for over 100 years and have grown to the point that they have several thousand employees across multiple continents. Due to an ever-increasing and adapting project workload, they are looking to grow their projects team.

In this technical role you will be heading up large scale commercial projects, undertaking end-to-end project management from aftersales through to completion stage. You will oversee a varied portfolio including data centres and manufacturing sites across the EMEA region as you liaise with key stakeholders and other departments to ensure multi-level execution. Further to this you will be responsible for upselling to customers and driving the development of the department going forward.

The varied role would suit a Project Manager or similar from an HVAC / Large Commercial background looking for a fully autonomous role working on unique projects within a global engineering company who offer major progression.

The Role:
* End-to-end project management on large scale commercial projects
* Ensure multi-level project delivery on time and within budget
* Grow team around you as role develops
* Liaise with stakeholders, customers and other departments
* Carry out regular international travel / stay aways
* 1x per week on site in Coventry

The Person:
* Project Manager or similar
* HVAC / Data Centres / Large Scale Commercial background
* Looking for a role with regular international travel

Reference number: BBBH23254

Project, Manager, Engineering, Manufacturing, Commercial, Large Scale, Data Centres, Hospitals, PM, Operations, M+E, Technical, Sales, Piping, Construction, Plastic, Progression, Midlands, Birmingham, Coventry, London, Manchester, Sheffield, International Travel, Global

If you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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The Senior People Partner - R&D will be responsible for shaping and driving the people strategy within the Research and Development function, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives in the telecoms industry. This role is based in Birmingham and requires a proactive individual with strong expertise in Human Resources to deliver effective solutions and foster a high-performing culture.

Client Details

Our client is a reputable organisation within the telecoms industry, known for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence. As a large organisation, they are focused on enhancing their workforce by bringing in skilled professionals who contribute to their success.

Description

• Collaborate with R&D leadership to design and implement strategic HR initiatives.
• Provide expert advice on workforce planning and organisational design.
• Lead talent management and succession planning for the R&D department.
• Oversee employee relations and ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures.
• Support performance management processes to drive employee engagement and productivity.
• Analyse HR metrics to inform decision-making and improve processes.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align HR strategies with organisational goals.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the R&D function.

Profile

A successful Senior People Partner - R&D should have:

• Proven experience in a senior HR role partnering the R&D function
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive change within an organisation.
• Experience in leading talent and performance management initiatives.
• Proficiency in analysing HR data to support strategic decisions.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from 88,000 to 92,000 per annum.
• Private Medical Insurance (PMI).
• Opportunity to work in a large organisation within the telecoms industry.
• A permanent position based in Birmingham.
• Collaborative and professional work culture.

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge as a Senior People Partner - R&D in Birmingham, we encourage you to apply and contribute to the success of a leading organisation in the telecoms sector.

Job Title: Contractor - Principal Design Engineer (Vehicle and Suspension Engineering)

Location: Leamington Spa, Warwickshire - Hybrid working available

Contract Type: Contractor (IR35 status determination is uncertain at this time and will be assessed in line with current off-payroll working rules once the engagement progresses. We will provide a Status Determination Statement as required.)

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Principal Design Engineer to join a global mechanical design team on a contract basis. You will lead the design and development of vehicle and suspension systems, from initial concept through to production-ready solutions.

This role involves taking ownership of mechanical systems or complete products, managing a small team of designers, and collaborating closely with other engineering disciplines (e.g., simulation, manufacturing) to deliver solutions that meet component, system, product, and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead concept and detailed 3D mechanical design of systems, assemblies, and complex components (e.g., subframes, suspension knuckles, control arms, tie rods, pitman arms).
• Perform detailed design activities, including basic stress calculations, FMEA, 2D detailing, layouts, and tolerance stack analyses as needed.
• Work closely with FEA and simulation teams to validate designs against requirements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and process engineers to ensure DFMA compliance.
• Manage Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Produce technical reports, documentation, and other project deliverables.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely information flow and resolution of client queries.
• Coach and mentor junior design engineers in best practices.
• Step into lead designer or small-to-medium project team leadership roles as required.
• Stay informed on relevant market trends and sector developments.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Degree (BEng/MEng) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, plus substantial relevant experience (or equivalent technical background).
• Proven track record in mechanical design engineering, with a strong focus on vehicle/chassis systems.
• Specialised knowledge in at least one key area: suspension design, subframe design, or suspension/steering components.
• Strong grasp of core mechanical engineering principles, including the ability to interpret and apply FEA/CFD results.
• Good understanding of suspension/steering fundamentals, vehicle dynamics, NVH, and durability considerations.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and their design implications, with practical DFMA experience.
• High proficiency in producing and checking 2D technical drawings, with advanced GD&T competency.
• Experienced CATIA V5 user (essential).
• Familiarity with PLM systems (Windchill preferred).
• Experience leading small teams.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Personal Attributes

• Confident, proactive, and adaptable - able to lead in challenging situations to deliver results.
• Strong technical communication and report-writing skills in English.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Organised, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
• Willing and able to travel occasionally (UK and overseas) for supplier/customer meetings.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working flexibility (office/home mix, to be discussed).
• Opportunity to work on innovative, sustainable engineering projects in a supportive environment.
• Competitive contractor day rate (negotiable based on experience).

This is a contract position, and applications are welcome from experienced contractors. If shortlisted, we will discuss IR35 considerations further and issue any required status determination.

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover note outlining your relevant vehicle/suspension design experience.

Role: Data Engineer
Salary: 40,000 - 46,000 Plus Hybrid Working, 38 Days Holiday, Generous Pension Scheme, Healthcare
Location: Rugby, Warwickshire

A progressive public sector organisation, is embarking on an exciting digital transformation journey. They’re looking for a Data Engineer ready to join the team and make a real impact moving forward.

About the opportunity
This is a brilliant chance to develop your career while delivering meaningful change. You’ll lead a small technical team, working closely with senior leadership to drive efficiency and innovation.

The role combines hands-on technical work with emerging leadership responsibilities, perfect for someone who’s proven themselves technically and is ready to take the next step into team management and strategic delivery.

You’ll be at the heart of an ambitious programme using AI and automated workflows to transform how services are delivered, generating measurable cost savings and productivity gains.

What you’ll be doing:

• Coordinate a technical team focused on data and automation
• Design and deliver automation and data engineering solutions
• Build data pipelines, ETL processes and develop RPA workflows
• Drive efficiency programmes, tracking and demonstrating impact
• Work with stakeholders to identify opportunities for smarter working
• Translate technical concepts into clear recommendations for decision-makers

Essential Skills:

• Experience in automation tooling (RPA, Power Automate, APIs) and/or data engineering (ETL, SQL, Python, data pipelines)
• Experience with data platforms (Azure, AWS, Power BI, Tableau or similar)
• Ability to deliver technical solutions that generate measurable results
• Strong communication skills with non-technical audiences

Desirable:

• Experience with AI/ML tools or cloud platforms
• Team leadership, coaching or mentoring experience

Why this role?
If you’re looking to move from purely technical work into a role where you can shape strategy, lead a team this could be perfect. You’ll gain leadership experience, work on cutting-edge automation and AI projects, and help drive real change.

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer basedin the Midlands, working on MEICA infrastructure and design projects in the water sector on a permanent basis.

Purpose
To design, specify and requisition in accordance with Industry, Client and Company standards the electrical equipment incorporated in proposals and projects in which the company participates.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• For each project to which the Engineer is assigned, to arrive at a thorough understanding of the following documentation in order to fully define the electrical scope of works:
• Client Particular and General Specifications
• Handover documentation received from the Project Engineering Department
• Company Specifications
• Company Engineering Design Notes
• To design, in accordance with British Standards (or equivalents as necessary), Company Standards, the Specification and, where appropriate, the “handover documentation” the electrical engineering scope of works - always bearing in mind the requirements of, and the effects on other engineering disciplines.
• To identify and properly document all variations to and deviations from the Handover Documentation/Specification.
• To comply with the Company Procedures and Work Instructions which form part of the company’s

Quality Assurance System.

• To prepare, in conjunction with the CAD Operators as necessary, detailed drawings and specifications from the electrical engineering scope of works as defined by the Process and Instrumentation Diagrams and to be responsible for the checking thereof.
• To prepare requisitions for equipment, materials and services for submission to Purchasing, to assess the technical content of returned quotations, to check orders prepared by Purchasing for technical correctness, to respond to technical queries raised by vendors.
• To monitor sub-contractors engaged by the Company to provide control systems and to coordinate and attend acceptance tests at sub-contractors’ premises and at site.
• To carry out inspections and conduct ex-works tests of control panels, generators and other specialist electrical equipment, etc.
• If required, to monitor site electrical works ensuring they are conducted to specification, programme and budget.
• If required, to assist in site testing and site commissioning work.
• To manage agreed own and allocated man-power resources such that effort is efficiently spent in the design and procurement of the electrical engineering scope of works, all within budget and to programme.
• To communicate fully with the Project Manager/Lead Design Co-Ordinator, other members of the team, other departments and section of the company, the Client, vendors and sub-contractors on matters relating to the project.
• To assist in the production, tracking and reporting of the project programme.
• To contribute to the preparation of Operation and Maintenance Manuals.
• To fully participate in the development of procedures and systems for use within the Electrical Engineering Department.
• To comply with all Health and Safety policies, procedures and responsibilities commensurate with the role, as outlined in the Health and Safety policy.
• To undertake an active role in developing the Apprentices/Graduates and Assistant Electrical Engineers that are within the Electrical Engineering Department.
• Any other duties commensurate with the position as may be assigned from time to time.

Performance Measures

• Conformance with the Companies Health & Safety Policy.
• Accuracy and quality of own and sub-ordinates engineering work.
• Ability to meet own and sub-ordinates proposal or project timescales - all within budget.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Contribution made to the development of Electrical Engineering procedures and Systems.
• Conformance with the Company’s Quality Assurance System.

Qualifications & Experience
Criteria Requirement Essential/Desirable
Qualifications/Skills

• HNC/D in electrical engineering or equivalent level qualification
• Degree or equivalent in an electrical biased discipline
• C&G 18th Edition Level 3 Award
• Membership of the IET, IEEE, CIWEM or similar professional institution
• Chartered Engineer, Incorporated Engineer, EurIng or similar status

Knowledge and experience

• Practical demonstrable experience commensurate to the level of the role within the water/wastewater industry or other relevant sector
• IT literate with an ability to use a wide range of IT packages including Microsoft Office

Personal Qualities

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi disciplinary team and integrates well into a team environment
• Good interpersonal skills
• Professional approach with strong attention to detail
• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise to meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral

The Role

As a Project Manager - you will be responsible for overseeing the successful execution of large-scale industrial cooling projects from initiation to completion. Your role will focus on managing major industrial installations that require comprehensive cooling solutions for food manufacturing facilities, data centres, distribution centres, and other industrial environments.

This position demands strong project management skills, deep technical knowledge in industrial cooling technologies, and the ability to effectively coordinate complex, high-value projects while communicating and collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Delivery

• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans aligned with client requirements and industrial best practice.
• Work together with the Service managers to support the delivery of service projects works.
• Define scope, objectives, deliverables, and milestones for large-scale refrigeration projects.
• Coordinate extensive project resources, including specialized personnel, heavy equipment, and significant material volumes required
• Monitor progress on complex, multi-phase projects, track critical milestones, and take necessary actions to mitigate risks and address issues in large-scale environments.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, fostering strong collaboration between engineering, design, installation, and commissioning functions.
• Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure seamless integration with internal teams.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and accountability.
• Conduct regular coordination meetings for multi-disciplinary teams working on major industrial installations

Commercial & Financial Management

• Monitor financial performance throughout the project lifecycle, controlling costs and identifying opportunities for efficiencies.
• Work closely with commercial and finance teams to ensure timely invoicing, reporting, and contractual compliance.
• Manage significant project budgets and collaborate with finance teams on high-value industrial contracts

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Uphold rigorous quality standards and ensure all deliverables meet regulatory and client specifications.
• Drive adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations, particularly around ammonia and CO2 refrigeration systems.

Client Engagement & Relationship Management

• Act as the key point of contact for clients, building trusted relationships and providing regular, transparent updates.
• Manage client expectations effectively, resolving challenges and ensuring satisfaction throughout delivery.
• Support business growth by identifying opportunities for repeat business and future industrial projects.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline (advanced qualification desirable).
• Proven track record managing large-scale industrial refrigeration projects, ideally with exposure to ammonia and/or large scale CO2 systems.
• In-depth knowledge of refrigeration, HVAC, and industrial cooling technologies.
• Strong project management skills, with experience in planning, risk management, resource allocation, and financial control.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and reporting tools.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations applicable to industrial refrigeration.

Contract | Coventry | Leading OEM via Major Consultancy The role You will own the end to end development of cockpit plastic trims from concept through to launch. This is a lead position with real accountability across technical delivery, supplier performance, validation and VAVE. You are the point of truth between design intent and production reality. What you will be doing Leading design and development of cockpit plastic trims from concept to SOP Creating and maintaining CAD models and engineering drawings Applying DFMEA, DFM and DFA to deliver robust, manufacturable designs Translating styling intent into feasible engineering solutions Selecting materials and defining manufacturing processes with suppliers Managing suppliers to deliver cost, weight and quality targets Driving validation for durability, thermal, NVH and regulatory compliance Resolving engineering issues through prototype and production phases Ensuring alignment with global regulations and OEM standards What you need Degree in Mechanical, Automotive or Polymer Engineering 8 to 10 years experience in automotive cockpit or interior plastic trims Strong knowledge of injection moulding, compression moulding and finishing Confident user of CATIA V5, V6 or equivalent CAD tools Solid understanding of NVH, BSR and regulatory requirements Proven supplier management and cost optimisation experience Comfortable owning delivery, decisions and trade offs Success looks like On time delivery of cockpit trims to programme milestones Weight, cost and quality targets met without drama Full regulatory and safety compliance Premium interior execution that customers actually notice

Powertrain Engineer (PTSE) Automotive

Contract Role | Leading Automotive OEM

A leading automotive OEM is seeking an experiencedPTSE Engineerto support the design, development, and release of critical fuel and evaporative systems. This is a hands-on contract role focused on technical delivery, problem resolution, and robust engineering through to launch.

Technical Scope and Experience Required

Demonstrable experience across fuel and evaporative system components, including:

• Fuel Cap
• Filler Pipe and Filler Hose
• Fuel Tank
• Fuel Delivery Module (FDM)
• Charcoal Canister
• Leak Detection Systems
• Fuel Lines
• Vent and Evaporative Emission Lines
• Fuel Filters

You will lead thedesign, development, and releaseof PTSE components, ensuring alignment with performance, safety, cost, quality, and programme targets.

Key Responsibilities and Role Expectations

Failure Mode Avoidance and Problem Solving

• Lead complex engineering investigations using structured 8D methodologies to identify and eliminate root causes.
• Apply Failure Mode Avoidance techniques, including containment, warranty risk mitigation, and recurrence prevention.
• Use data-driven problem-solving tools to validate cause and effect relationships, incorporating measurement system capability and process mapping.
• Define and implement robust, permanent corrective actions with appropriate control strategies.
• Deliver resilient, cost-effective engineering solutions using OEM issue management and robustness frameworks.

Systems Engineering

• Apply systems engineering principles to resolve multi-disciplinary technical challenges.
• Support systems design, integration, verification, and validation activities.
• Manage requirements, systems modelling, test definition, execution, workflow, and configuration control.
• Deliver integrated system solutions that meet functional, regulatory, and stakeholder requirements.
• Define and maintain design rules and engineering standards for PTSE components and systems.

Geometric Dimensional Control and Tolerance Management

• Decompose complex systems into logical assembly sequences, defining key locating and fixing strategies.
• Manage dimensional variation using statistical analysis and six degrees of freedom principles.
• Analyse measurement data using appropriate engineering toolsets to support high-quality component release.
• Apply digital engineering tools to support component maturation through prototype, build, and launch phases.

Commodity Planning and Programme Delivery

• Interpret programme assumptions, reuse strategies, and commodity plans to support feature delivery.
• Manage commodity delivery against programme critical paths using structured OEM delivery frameworks.
• Apply all phases of APQP and support Engineering Build Event Readiness activities.

Cost and Budget Management

• Analyse financial data across engineering and supplier inputs to identify cost risks and optimisation opportunities.
• Track and report engineering KPIs using appropriate financial and programme tools.
• Develop and implement financial risk mitigation strategies using complex datasets and OEM cost processes.

Good-to-Have Experience

• Design and development within automotive systems engineering environments
• Release management and engineering change control
• Programme and delivery governance
• Supplier technical management and issue resolution

Adecco/Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Job Title: Technical Cutover & Hypercare Lead Contract: 12-month Contract to be extended Location: Warwick - Hybrid (Twice a week in office) Rate: £600 inside umbrella Role Overview: As the Technical Cutover & Hypercare Lead, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring a seamless transition from the current system to the new SCADA system. Your expertise will guide the development of a detailed and executable Cutover Runbook that encompasses all technical, infrastructure, application, and operational components necessary for this exciting shift. Key Responsibilities: Design & Develop Runbooks: Create comprehensive Cutover and Dress Rehearsal Runbooks that include rollback scenario planning, task details, dependencies, sequencing, and timing. Collaborate: Work closely with engineering, infrastructure, infosec, and operations teams to validate technical cutover readiness and ensure failback readiness. Document Requirements: Identify and manage technical cutover requirements, including data needs, system configurations, interface activations, and failback procedures. Define Procedures: Establish technical checkpoints, rollback procedures, and contingency plans that align with change management and regulatory standards. Manage Rehearsals: Lead Cutover rehearsals, dry runs, and simulations to validate cutover scenarios and ensure runbook viability. Provide Leadership: Offer technical leadership during the Cutover execution phase, ensuring adherence to the plan and Real Time issue management. Coordinate Hypercare Activities: Manage and coordinate hypercare activities with impacted teams, ensuring effective verification, stabilization, incident resolution, and communication. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a Technical Solution Architect or Implementation Lead in large-scale technology deployments. Expertise in developing and executing detailed cutover runbooks for mission-critical systems. Deep understanding of system integration, infrastructure readiness, and network configuration in Operational Technology (OT) environments. Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements and operational risk management for Critical National Infrastructure (CNI). Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and coordination skills under pressure. Strong communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively. Preferred Qualifications/Experience: Experience with SCADA platforms. Knowledge of CNI cutover and industrial control systems. Strong understanding of industrial automation and CNI architecture. Qualifications: Degree level or equivalent experience as a Technical Solution Architect or Implementation Lead in a large-scale technology deployment or transformation program. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.