Astute People

06 Nov, 2026
Contract
Astute People County Durham, UK
Astute's Strategic Growth Team is partnering with an established EPC contractor within the Power and Energy Infrastructure sector to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a major new-build Converter Station project in the North East of England. This contract position offers a day rate of 500.00 per day, outside IR35, on an initial 12-month contract, with the opportunity for further extensions as the project progresses. If you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in EPC contracts, major electrical infrastructure, substations, HVDC converter stations or large-scale construction projects, and have a proven track record of managing commercial activities across complex engineering projects, submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor Working closely with the Project Manager, Commercial Manager and wider project delivery team, you will: Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of a major new-build...
04 Nov, 2026
Permanent
Astute People Somerset, UK
Astute's Nuclear Team is partnering with a leading utilities and infrastructure services provider, recognised for its technical excellence and commitment to sustainability, to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor for its Hinkley Point C site. This permanent role is hybrid and offers up to 75,000 plus benefits. If you're a Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience in construction, utilities or nuclear environments and are looking to work for an organisation that takes pride in supporting professional development and enabling career progression, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities of the Senior Quantity Surveyor Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will: Managing NEC contracts from procurement through to final account Leading the commercial administration of allocated projects and work packages Managing commercial risk and opportunity to maximise project performance Producing and reviewing forecasts, cost reports, and Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs)...
04 Nov, 2026
Permanent
Astute People Bristol, UK
Astute's Strategic Growth Team is partnering with an established renewable energy developer specialising in anaerobic digestion and biomethane-to-grid facilities to recruit a Construction Project Manager for its new-build biomethane plant in Avonmouth, Bristol. This permanent, site-based role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, discretionary performance bonus, private medical insurance and a 4% employer pension contribution. Our client may also consider experienced candidates seeking a Ltd company contract arrangement, subject to agreement and compliance requirements. If you're an experienced Construction Project Manager with a background in energy, renewables, anaerobic digestion, waste-to-energy or complex process engineering projects, and want the opportunity to lead the construction and commissioning of a major new-build biomethane facility, submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities of the Construction Project Manager Reporting to the Project Delivery...
01 Nov, 2026
Contract
Astute People Devon, UK
Astute's Contract team is working with a Global Engineering business to recruit for a Civil and Structural Engineer on a 12 month initial contract on Devonport Dockyard. The Civil and Structural Engineer comes with a day rate between 350 - 450 per day, Inside IR35. Key Skills required: Must have a Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction or equivalent Must be eligible for a BPSS check therefore, only British Nationals will be considered for this role Bonus if you have worked in the Nuclear industry however, this is not essential Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer...