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Technical Manager / IT Manager Location: Commutable to Basingstoke (regular client site visits) Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + company car Type: Permanent, full-time We're working on behalf of a small, privately owned IT Managed Service Provider that is entering an exciting phase of growth and is now looking to appoint a Technical Engineering Manager . This role is ideal for a senior MSP engineer who enjoys being close to customers and wants to step into a leadership position while remaining technically hands-on. The Role Approximately 60% of this role will be spent on client sites , providing senior-level engineering support, technical oversight, and acting as a trusted escalation point. The remainder of the role will focus on leadership, service improvement, and building out the engineering function. Key responsibilities include: Spending around 60% of your time on client sites , delivering hands-on engineering and technical leadership Acting as the senior escalation point across multiple customer environments Providing hands-on support across Microsoft technologies and core infrastructure Conducting client visits, technical reviews, and solution discussions Defining technical standards and improving service delivery Hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and managing support engineers as the team grows Working closely with the owners to shape the technical roadmap of the business Technical Background The business is largely vendor-agnostic , so strong core experience is more important than specific certifications. You should have experience across: Managed Service Provider environments (essential) Microsoft stack : Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Server, Active Directory Networking fundamentals (routing, switching, VLANs, Wi-Fi) Next-generation firewalls (e.g. Fortinet, Sophos, WatchGuard, Palo Alto, etc.) Supporting multiple client environments with varying requirements About You Strong technical background within an MSP or multi-client environment Comfortable spending a significant portion of time on client sites Either already managing engineers or ready to step into your first formal management role Confident, credible, and professional when dealing with customers Why Apply? A genuine opportunity to build and lead an engineering team High level of autonomy and influence Varied, hands-on role with significant customer interaction Supportive, owner-managed MSP with short decision-making lines Clear progression as the business continues to grow This role requires someone commutable to the Basingstoke area , with flexibility for regular client site visits. A company car is provided .

Infrastructure Engineer - Farnborough - 60k - 80k - Highest Security Clearance Required Working Pattern: Mid-Level Infrastructure Engineer - 2 days onsite per week Senior Infrastructure Engineer - 3 days onsite per week A growing technology organisation operating within highly secure environments is looking to hire both Mid-Level and Senior Infrastructure Engineers to support and evolve critical infrastructure platforms across complex programmes. These opportunities suit engineers who enjoy working in security-conscious environments where resilience, availability and compliance are central to day-to-day operations. Infrastructure Engineer The mid-level role is suited to engineers looking to deepen their experience within complex, high-security environments while working alongside senior technical teams. You'll ideally have: Experience supporting enterprise infrastructure environments Strong troubleshooting and operational support capability Exposure to virtualisation, networking and secure systems administration Experience working within structured or regulated environments Senior Infrastructure Engineer The senior role is suited to experienced infrastructure engineers capable of leading technical delivery, mentoring others and owning critical infrastructure services. You'll ideally have: Experience designing and delivering secure infrastructure solutions Strong ownership across infrastructure lifecycle management Ability to lead technical problem solving and platform improvement initiatives Experience working within highly secure or mission-critical environments Capability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical direction Candidates must demonstrate experience across the following technologies: Windows Server / Domain Services - strong understanding of AD, GPOs, domain architecture VMware - hands-on experience with VCF, NSX, vCenter, SAN integration, and ESXi Hyper-V - practical exposure to virtualisation management and configuration PKI / Encryption - understanding of certificate services, key management, and secure communication Networking - switch configuration, VLANs (including SAN-related VLANs), routing fundamentals Linux - operational capability across common distributions Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation - experience with tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar Clearance Due to the sensitive nature of the work, candidates must hold Highest Security Clearance Required to be considered.

Our client is a major Building and Civil Engineering Contractor operating throughout the UK They now have a requirement for an experienced Quality Advisor to join their team in Sheffield. The Role The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out audits on site to ensure that the works being constructed comply with the Contract drawings, Specifications, Technical manuals, Manufacturers recommendations and appropriate UK or EU codes. Motivate and engage with site personnel on construction issues. Decision making related to Compliance, intervening in conjunction with senior site leaders should work need intervention. Be required to oversee direct involvement with Stakeholders and Subcontractors in developing and producing Project Specific Inspection Test Plans. Manage and identify shortfalls in Resource levels and engage in the recruitment of new staff when required. Develop and nurture relationships with Site Teams and other Departments, Subcontractors and Clients where required. Create audit reports highlighting both positive and negative findings and ensure that matters raised are concluded to the satisfaction of the Project requirements and Senior management. Provide advice and support to the site teams on specific elements of work and provide updates on Trends/Non-compliances periodically. Engage with third party experts should specialist advice be required. Be flexible and prepared to travel to all parts of the UK and Ireland to support business requirements. Provide support at tender presentations if required to do so. The Individual Essential: Ability to communicate effectively with key internal and external stakeholders Be a good communicator and possess the ability to deal with complex situations competently and respectfully. Passion to drive continuous improvement Excellent written and communication skills Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks Ability to adapt to new process positively and quickly Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office Desirable: HNC/HND or degree in a relevant field Construction experience within commercial or infrastructure projects Will approach the role with a positive attitude, motivation, thus adding value to the department, sites and the Company as a whole.

Project Manager - Water Infrastructure Location: Yorkshire (Yorkshire Water Region) Duration: Long-term Contract Rate: Dependent on experience Are you an experienced Project Manager looking for your next challenge within the water sector? Our client, a leading contractor delivering major water infrastructure projects across the Yorkshire Water framework, is seeking a skilled Project Manager to support the delivery of a range of clean water and wastewater schemes throughout the region. This opportunity is offered on an initial contract basis, with the potential to become a long-term engagement for the right candidate. This role forms part of Yorkshire Water's AMP8 investment programme, focused on improving network resilience, environmental performance, asset reliability, and customer outcomes across the region. About the Role As Project Manager, you will take ownership of the safe and successful delivery of water infrastructure projects from inception through to completion. Schemes may include clean water, wastewater, pumping stations, pipelines, treatment works upgrades, and associated civil engineering works within live operational environments. You will be responsible for managing programme, cost, quality, health and safety, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and in line with client expectations. Key Responsibilities Develop and manage detailed project plans covering scope, programme, resources, and budget Oversee day-to-day delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects Ensure compliance with Yorkshire Water standards, regulatory requirements, and permit conditions Manage subcontractors and supply chain partners to drive performance and productivity Monitor project progress and maintain accurate programme reporting Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring proactive issue resolution Manage commercial performance alongside project delivery teams Provide clear communication and reporting to senior stakeholders and client representatives Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards Skills, Experience and Knowledge Proven experience as a Project Manager within the Water or Utilities sector Experience delivering clean water, wastewater, treatment works, pipeline, or network infrastructure projects Strong understanding of civil engineering and MEICA project delivery Experience working within live operational environments Solid understanding of project controls, cost management, and programme management Knowledge and experience of NEC contracts Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to manage multiple workstreams within a fast-paced infrastructure environment Qualifications Relevant engineering, construction, or project management qualification SMSTS or equivalent Full UK Driving Licence What's on Offer Opportunity to work on Yorkshire Water AMP8 projects Long-term contract opportunity within a secured framework Competitive contract rates Involvement in major water infrastructure investment programmes across the Yorkshire region If you are interested, please apply with your updated CV and we will be in touch with suitable candidates. Mario Fourie Carrington West By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data may be shared with third-party clients relevant to roles you apply for. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.

Senior Systems Engineer (Network Technologies Specialist) Location: Ringwood, Hampshire Salary: £45,000 £55,000 Hours: 37.5 hours per week The Role We are looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer (Network Technologies Specialist) with a keen interest in designing and delivering high-quality network solutions. You will support in the technical delivery of complex projects, working closely with stakeholders across the business, while also supporting operational excellence through incident resolution, preventative maintenance, and continuous service improvement. Skills and Experience Essential: Proven expertise in scoping, designing, implementing, and maintaining LAN / WAN architectures, VPNs, firewalls, and routing solutions. Strong knowledge of enterprise networking technologies, including switching, routing, firewalling, and wireless infrastructure. In-depth experience working with enterprise-grade network hardware. Solid understanding of network protocols and services, including TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and MPLS. Experience with cloud networking concepts and integrations (e.g. Azure Virtual Networks, VPN gateways, load balancers). Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills across complex and diverse network environments. Demonstrable experience producing both high-level and low-level design documentation. Good working knowledge of network security principles and technologies, including IDS / IPS, NAC, SSL / TLS, and Zero Trust models. At least five years experience in similar role, working in large and diverse enterprise environments with Microsoft server and Microsoft cloud technologies. Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, high-quality documentation such as processes, procedures, and technical designs. Positive, proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership. Desirable: Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server technologies, particularly DNS, RADIUS, and PKI. Experience with networking solutions from vendors such as Fortinet, SonicWall, and Meraki. This role is subject to a clear standard DBS check being received. The Package Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free). 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with your length of service. Birthday as additional paid leave. Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance). Private Medical Insurance, including dental. Ongoing training and support. Company sick pay policy. Pension Scheme. Hybrid Working. Progression opportunities. Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine! Trusted Technology Partnership Trusted Technology Partnership has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years. We are an Employee Ownership Trust a growing company. We are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024. Our core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, and technical consultancy. We encourage progression within Trusted Technology Partnership for our colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments. Join our friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you. Please note that due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted for interview. If we receive a high number of applications, the vacancy may close sooner than advertised. We may also invite candidates to interview before the advertised closing date.

I am recruiting for a Lead Cloud Engineer to work on a hybrid basis - 2 days in London, 3 days remote. The role falls inside IR35 so you will need to work through an umbrella company for the duration of the contract. You must have strong expertise of AWS. You will have AWS Solutions Architect certification, or be able to demonstrate experience at a similar level. You will also have Google Professional Cloud Architect certification, or be able to demonstrate experience at a similar level. You will have overall responsibility for the design, delivery and optimisation of self-service cloud infrastructure and tooling to ensure that our cloud applications and services are secure, high performing and sustainable, and the delivery of a high quality user experience for software engineers, suppliers and other users needing access to cloud infrastructure. You will also be responsible for continued development and maintenance of the multi-cloud platform (AWS and Google), recognised as a robust and mature cloud platform within the public sector, as well as automating processes to improve efficiency. You will work with other senior members of the team responsible for enterprise architecture to set and evolve cloud engineering target architecture and provide oversight and assurance that the current architecture is implemented as per the clients development, security and cloud standard. Please apply ASAP if your experience matches the above requirements.

This role provides interim leadership of network, cyber, and infrastructure services within a public sector organisation. You will manage a team of engineers while ensuring secure, resilient, and high-performing IT operations. Client Details Our client is a well-established organisation within the public sector, delivering critical services across a diverse and dynamic environment. They are seeking an experienced Interim IT Network Manager to provide interim leadership across their network and cyber functions, ensuring the continued stability, security, and performance of their IT services. Description Lead and manage a team of approximately 10 Network and Cyber Analysts and Engineers, providing direction, mentoring, and performance management. Oversee the organisation's network infrastructure, cyber security posture, and core IT services. Ensure high levels of system resilience, availability, and security across all infrastructure. Drive best practice across network operations, cyber governance, and infrastructure management. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align IT services with organisational priorities. Manage incident response, risk mitigation, and continuous service improvement initiatives. Contribute to IT strategy, roadmap planning, and transformation programmes. This is a fractional role, working 4 days per week, with 50% of that time at the head office in Gloucestershire. Profile As the successful Interim IT Network Manager you should have strong technical knowledge in: Enterprise networking (LAN/WAN, firewalls, routing & switching). Cyber security principles, standards, and best practice. Broad IT infrastructure (servers, cloud platforms, end-user environments). In addition, you will have Proven experience managing technical IT teams, particularly within networking or infrastructure environments. Ability to lead in a people-focused, hands-off but technically credible role. Experience within public sector or regulated environments is desirable. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Delivery-focused and pragmatic with strong problem-solving ability. Job Offer Day rate: 500 - 600 (Inside IR35) Contract: 4 days per week (fractional role) Duration: 12 Months Location: 50% onsite in Gloucestershire, remainder remote Opportunity to lead an established, high-performing team Blend of strategic leadership and technical oversight Immediate impact in a service-driven organisation This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Interim IT Network Manager to make a meaningful impact within the public sector. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today.

LEAD CLOUD ENGINEER Role Overview Hackney Council is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Cloud Engineer to take overall responsibility for the design, delivery and optimisation of self-service cloud infrastructure and tooling. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring cloud applications and services remain secure, high performing, sustainable, and deliver an excellent user experience for engineers, suppliers and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, delivery and optimisation of cloud infrastructure and tooling. Develop and maintain Hackney s multi-cloud platform across AWS and Google Cloud. Drive automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency. Work alongside senior enterprise architecture teams to evolve cloud engineering target architecture. Ensure all cloud services align with Hackney s development, security and cloud standards. Support delivery teams with strategic technical guidance and cloud engineering expertise. Participate in governance groups including Technical Design Authority and Cyber Security forums. Contribute to policy and procedure development to support a robust cloud platform. Mentor junior team members and support the growth and development of the Cloud Engineering team. Ensure cloud solutions meet objectives around security, financial prudence, inclusion, sustainability and transparency. Essential Experience & Qualifications Ideally educated to Bachelor s degree level. AWS Solutions Architect certification, or equivalent demonstrable experience. Google Professional Cloud Architect certification, or equivalent demonstrable experience. Strong experience across AWS and Google Cloud environments. Proven experience leading cloud engineering teams and enterprise-scale cloud platforms. Excellent understanding of cloud security, governance and automation best practices. Application Process If you are interested in applying, please respond with: An up-to-date CV Your availability / notice period The role you are applying for Your required hourly or daily rate (Inside IR35)

Your new role Responsible for the adoption and use of information and digital technology, you will be part of a team that is responsible for the effective operation, support, and maintenance of existing operational technology systems, including technology infrastructure (e.g. servers, databases, networks) and end-user devices (e.g. desktop PC's, smartphones, tablets). You will also be responsible for the network infrastructure, including the provision of telephony, local and national network access: all of which are required to deliver and support properly engineered IT services and products essential to meeting the needs of the company. What you'll need to succeed Essential Skills and knowledge: Cloud Networking Skills (AWS or Azure) HP / Aruba switches knowledge essential Fortinet / Firewalls / migration experience essential Routing/Switching and Firewall Expertise ITIL understanding Network technology and telephony expertise Must have proven experience and ability to: Manage and support a variety of network services technology Maintain standards for security of information Dealing and responding to complaints Must be able to be SC cleared What you'll get in return Lucrative Pension Package Generous Holiday Package Extensive Benefits Package What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGN Location: Leeds / Tamworth Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With strong transport links, this role is well suited to candidates based in Leeds who are open to travelling for a senior leadership position. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of 70,000 - 85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.

Project Test Manager Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: D V Clearance required (Active) Rate: 650 to 750 per day - Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking a Project Test Managerto provide specialist oversight and assurance across a highly secure government IT infrastructure programme. This role will focus on managing and governing the test and trial activity, ensuring that infrastructure capabilities are validated, risks are identified early, and delivery remains aligned to operational requirements. The successful candidate will act as a trusted adviser to programme leadership, providing independent challenge, structured guidance, and leadership across complex test environments. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic oversight and assurance of Test & Trials activity across the programme Review and shape Test & Trials Strategies, Plans, and governance frameworks Advise programme leadership on test readiness, risks, and delivery confidence Provide independent challenge to ensure robust validation and assurance practices Support planning and execution of system integration, acceptance, and operational trials Engage with engineering, cyber, and operational stakeholders to ensure coordinated test delivery Produce high-level assurance reporting and readiness assessments Identify delivery risks and recommend mitigation strategies Support transition into service and operational acceptance activities Essential Skills & Experience Active DV Clearance (mandatory) Strong experience delivering Test & Trials consultancy or leadership within secure government or defence environments Demonstrable experience shaping test governance, strategy, and assurance frameworks Background working on secure IT infrastructure or complex systems programmes Experience advising senior stakeholders on test readiness and delivery risk Strong understanding of integration, system, and operational testing principles Ability to operate effectively within highly controlled, security-sensitive environments Desirable Experience Experience supporting MOD, Defence, or National Security programmes Familiarity with secure networks or infrastructure-based delivery environments Experience providing independent assurance or programme-level consultancy Knowledge of structured delivery methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, ITIL, Agile)

Senior Systems Engineer (Server and Cloud Technologies Specialist) Location: Ringwood, Hampshire Salary: £45,000 £55,000 Hours: 37.5 hours per week The Role We are looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer (Server and Cloud Technologies Specialist) with a keen interest in modern infrastructure and cloud technologies. You will support in the technical delivery of complex projects and collaborate with stakeholders across the business, while also ensuring operational excellence through incident management, preventative maintenance, and ongoing service improvement. Skills and Experience Essential: Extensive experience in the design, deployment, and ongoing support of Microsoft server and cloud technologies, including Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) / Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) / Microsoft System Centre Suite, including MECM, DPM, and SCOM / Microsoft Azure (including Azure Files, IaaS Virtual Machines, and Backup and Recovery solutions) / Microsoft 365 / Office 365 and Microsoft Intune. Strong experience in managing Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, 2022, 2025). Proficiency in automation and scripting using PowerShell. Experience with virtualisation and high availability solutions, including Hyper-V (clustered and standalone), Windows Admin Centre, and Failover Clustering. Working knowledge of SQL Server in both clustered and standalone deployments. At least five years experience in similar role, working in large and diverse enterprise environments with Microsoft server and Microsoft cloud technologies. Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, high-quality documentation such as processes, procedures, and technical designs. Positive, proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership. Desirable: Experience designing and deploying highly available infrastructure within Microsoft Azure, including the use of Network Virtual Appliances and load balancers. Linux server administration experience. This role is subject to a clear standard DBS check being received. The Package: Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free). 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with your length of service. Birthday as additional paid leave. Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance). Private Medical Insurance, including dental. Ongoing training and support. Company sick pay policy. Pension Scheme. Hybrid Working Progression opportunities. Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine! Trusted Technology Partnership Trusted Technology Partnership has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years. We are an Employee Ownership Trust a growing company. We are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024. Our core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, and technical consultancy. We encourage progression within Trusted Technology Partnership for our colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments. Join our friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you. Please note that due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted for interview. If we receive a high number of applications, the vacancy may close sooner than advertised. We may also invite candidates to interview before the advertised closing date.

Senior Civil Engineer / Birmingham / Hybrid We are looking for a talented and ambitious Civil Engineer, with extensive highways and residential experience, to join a growing consultancy delivering high-profile infrastructure and development projects across the UK. You'll play a key role in the design and delivery of projects across the industrial, commercial, healthcare, and education sectors, working closely with clients and project teams while helping to mentor junior engineers. What We're Looking For Degree-qualified Civil Engineer Highways and residential experience essential Minimum 5 years' post-graduate experience Strong infrastructure design and project delivery experience Proficient in AutoCAD, PDS, Flow, and related software Excellent communication and client-facing skills Working towards Chartered Engineer status (ICE, CIWEM, or equivalent) Highway infrastructure and residential development experience beneficial What's on Offer Exciting and technically challenging projects Clear career progression and Chartership support Ongoing training and professional development Collaborative and supportive team environment If you're a proactive engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Bid Manager (Co.Derry) Your new company You will be joining a well-established Co.Derry based civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland. The organisation is experiencing sustained growth and is now seeking an experienced Bid Manager to strengthen its pre-construction function and support continued expansion. Your new role As Bid Manager, you will lead the full bid lifecycle from initial opportunity assessment through to final submission. You will coordinate internal technical teams, develop compelling bid strategies, and ensure all submissions are compliant, commercially robust, and aligned with client requirements. You will take ownership of tender programmes, manage clarifications, and drive the production of high-quality written content that clearly communicates value, innovation, and capability. This role will see you working closely with senior leadership, contributing to pipeline development and helping shape the organisation's competitive position in the market. What you'll need to succeed You will bring proven experience managing bids within the civil engineering or wider construction sector, with a strong understanding of public and private procurement processes. You will be confident leading multidisciplinary teams, able to manage multiple deadlines, and skilled at transforming technical information into clear, persuasive narrative. Strong commercial awareness, excellent communication skills, and a proactive, organised approach will be essential. What you'll get in return You will join a forward-thinking contractor offering long-term career progression, exposure to major infrastructure opportunities, and the chance to influence strategic growth. A competitive salary and benefits package is available, along with a supportive environment that values collaboration and high performance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Group HR Director - Global Manufacturing Salary: £135 153k + 25% Bonus + Executive Benefits Location: Hybrid / South London with International Travel We are recruiting a Group HR Director on behalf of a highly successful international manufacturing and industrial business operating across the UK, Europe, USA and Asia. This is a senior, hands-on Group HR leadership role with responsibility for developing and embedding the people infrastructure required to support continued international growth, organisational development and operational transformation across a complex global organisation. Reporting directly to the Group CEO, the role will play a key part in strengthening organisational capability, improving consistency and execution across international operations, and supporting the business through a significant period of growth and change. This role will particularly suit commercially grounded HR leaders with experience operating within international manufacturing, engineering, industrial, chemicals, process manufacturing or similarly complex operational environments. The role: • Lead the development and implementation of scalable HR frameworks across international operations • Build and standardise global HR policies, processes and organisational structures • Design and implement job architecture, grading and reward frameworks • Lead organisation design and workforce planning activity across multiple regions • Develop scalable recruitment, talent and succession frameworks • Embed performance management processes that drive accountability and organisational effectiveness • Support senior stakeholders through organisational change, restructuring and transformation activity • Strengthen HR systems, people data capability and reporting infrastructure • Support and influence senior leadership teams across the UK, Europe, USA and Asia • Help build a high-performance culture aligned to business growth objectives Candidate requirements: • Proven experience operating in a senior HR leadership role within an international manufacturing, industrial or engineering environment • Strong experience supporting complex, multi-site and international operations • Demonstrated experience building scalable HR infrastructure and organisational frameworks • Strong organisational design, workforce planning, reward and performance management experience • Experience leading organisational change, restructuring and transformation programmes • Commercially minded with the ability to align people strategy to operational and business performance • Comfortable operating within matrix and internationally distributed organisations • Strong stakeholder management and executive-level influencing capability • Pragmatic, resilient and hands-on leadership style with the ability to operate at pace • Experience supporting operations across Asia would be highly advantageous If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for then please apply by attaching your CV. Smartsearch takes your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application. To effectively process your application, we may share your details with the hiring company and Smartsearch or the company may contact you by email, telephone or SMS. A copy of our privacy policy will be emailed to you upon receipt of your application.

Senior / Principal Mechanical Design Engineer City of London Hybrid Working Up to 70k A growing engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join its Building Services team. The business delivers engineering expertise across a diverse portfolio of projects throughout the UK, supporting clients across sectors including commercial, defence, public sector, transportation, utilities and infrastructure. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and collaborative working, they provide engineers with the opportunity to work on challenging and high-profile projects while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a well-established team delivering innovative and sustainable building services solutions. You'll be involved in projects from concept through to completion, working closely with clients, architects, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams to deliver high-quality, low-carbon engineering solutions. For those operating at Principal level, the role offers additional responsibility around project leadership, client management and mentoring junior engineers. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services systems across a range of projects Develop innovative and energy-efficient HVAC, heating, cooling and public health solutions Produce and review design calculations, specifications and technical reports Coordinate with electrical, sustainability and structural teams to deliver integrated design solutions Attend client, contractor and design team meetings Undertake site visits and provide technical support during construction Manage project programmes, resources and deliverables Mentor and support junior engineers About You Degree qualified in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent) Experience working within a building services consultancy environment Strong knowledge of HVAC, heating, cooling and building services design Proficiency with industry-standard design software Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and CIBSE guidance Strong communication and client-facing skills Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders Desirable Chartered Engineer status or working towards Chartership Experience leading multidisciplinary projects Knowledge of sustainable and low-carbon building design principles Why Apply? Work on a broad range of technically challenging projects across multiple sectors Join a business with a strong reputation for engineering excellence Flexible working arrangements and a supportive culture Clear opportunities for progression and increased responsibility Exposure to high-profile developments and long-term client relationships Ongoing professional development and support towards Chartership This role would suit a Senior Engineer looking to take on greater ownership of projects, or a Principal Engineer seeking a position that combines technical delivery, client engagement and leadership within a growing and highly respected consultancy. Whether you're working in the larger corporate companies or a small SME this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info on the email below, we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you. Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, reachable via (url removed). Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job title: Business Analyst - Strategic Remote Access Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) Location: London (hybrid) Job description We are seeking a highly capable and detail driven Business Analyst to support a major remote access transformation programme spanning corporate, retail, and operational technology environments. The successful candidate will lead the requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation of all currently undocumented business requirements relating to Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Zscaler, Operational Technology (OT), IoT, and remote access capabilities across a large scale FMCG / supermarket organisation. This role will work closely with the Remote Access Project Manager, engineering teams, security, operations, and business stakeholders to ensure that all functional and non functional requirements are captured, validated, prioritised, and translated into actionable deliverables. The Business Analyst will play a critical role in shaping solution design, ensuring alignment with business needs, and supporting the delivery of secure, scalable, and user centric remote access services. Key Responsibilities Lead structured requirements gathering activities, including workshops, interviews, process reviews, and analysis of existing documentation across corporate, retail, and OT environments. Identify, document, and validate all business requirements related to remote access, including AVD usage patterns, Zscaler access flows, IoT/OT connectivity needs, and store based operational requirements. Map current state processes and user journeys, identifying gaps, pain points, and undocumented dependencies across remote access workflows. Define future state processes aligned to programme objectives, security standards, and operational constraints. Translate business needs into clear functional and non functional requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, and process artefacts. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure requirements are feasible, aligned with architectural principles, and fully understood prior to design and build. Support the creation of solution options, ensuring business impacts, risks, and trade offs are clearly articulated. Work closely with retail and FMCG stakeholders, capturing store specific requirements such as device access, POS systems, handheld devices, IoT sensors, and operational workflows. Document remote access requirements for OT environments, including secure connectivity, segmentation, and device level constraints. Ensure requirements traceability from discovery through to delivery, testing, and operational handover. Support test planning and UAT, ensuring test cases align to documented requirements and business expectations. Maintain high quality documentation, including BRDs, process maps, user stories, data flows, and decision logs. Act as a bridge between business and technical teams, ensuring clarity, alignment, and timely decision making. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Business Analyst within infrastructure, security, remote access, or cloud transformation programmes. Strong understanding of Azure Virtual Desktop, user personas, application delivery, and remote access workflows. Experience working with Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) or similar secure remote access technologies. Exposure to Operational Technology (OT) and IoT environments, including device connectivity and security considerations. Experience working in FMCG or retail environments, ideally with store based technology and operational processes. Strong capability in requirements elicitation, process mapping, and documentation using industry standard techniques. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior leaders, technical SMEs, and operational teams. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify gaps, dependencies, and risks. Experience producing user stories, acceptance criteria, and process flows for engineering and delivery teams. Familiarity with identity, access, and security concepts relevant to remote access and cloud based solutions. Desirable Skills Experience working with multi domain Active Directory, Entra ID, or hybrid identity environments. Understanding of zero trust principles, network segmentation, and secure access architecture. Knowledge of store technology platforms, POS systems, handheld devices, or IoT sensors. Experience supporting UAT, test case development, and validation activities. Exposure to data governance, compliance, and audit requirements in regulated or retail environments. Experience working with third party vendors or managed service providers. Familiarity with Agile delivery, including backlog refinement and sprint planning. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Vacancy job title: Project Manager - Strategic Remote Access Start Date: ASAP Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) Location: London (Hybrid) Job description: We are seeking a highly skilled and delivery focused Remote Access Project Manager to lead end to end implementation and optimisation of remote access technologies across a complex, multi domain enterprise environment. This role will oversee projects involving Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Zscaler, Operational Technology (OT), IoT ecosystems, and remote access enablement within FMCG / retail environments, including large scale supermarket operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the delivery of secure, scalable, and high performing remote access solutions, ensuring alignment with business needs, technology standards, and operational requirements. This role requires exceptional stakeholder management, strong governance discipline, and the ability to coordinate cross functional engineering, security, and operational teams. Key Responsibilities Lead the end to end delivery of remote access programmes, including Azure Virtual Desktop deployments, Zscaler integrations, and secure connectivity solutions across corporate and store environments. Define project scope, milestones, and delivery plans, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, security policies, and operational constraints. Coordinate with engineering, security, OT, and network teams to ensure seamless integration of AVD, Zscaler, and IoT/OT connectivity requirements. Oversee readiness assessments for remote access across retail and FMCG environments, including store networks, distribution centres, and operational technology platforms. Manage stakeholder expectations across technology, operations, retail leadership, and third party vendors, ensuring clear communication and timely decision making. Ensure remote access solutions meet performance, security, and compliance requirements, including identity, device posture, and network segmentation. Develop and maintain project documentation, including RAID logs, delivery plans, architecture alignment packs, and governance artefacts. Monitor project risks and dependencies, proactively identifying mitigation strategies and ensuring escalation paths are followed. Support change management and adoption activities, ensuring store colleagues, corporate users, and operational teams are prepared for new remote access capabilities. Collaborate with service management teams to ensure operational readiness, handover documentation, and support models are fully defined. Drive continuous improvement across remote access processes, tooling, and user experience. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering complex infrastructure or remote access programmes in large enterprises. Deep expertise in Azure Virtual Desktop, including architecture, deployment, scaling, and operational considerations. Strong knowledge of Zscaler technologies, including ZIA, ZPA, and secure remote access patterns. Experience working with Operational Technology (OT) environments and understanding of the unique security and connectivity challenges they present. Understanding of IoT ecosystems, device onboarding, and secure connectivity patterns. FMCG or retail experience, ideally within supermarket or high volume store environments. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, technical teams, and operational stakeholders. Prince2, PMP, or equivalent project management accreditation. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non technical audiences. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams, dependencies, and cross functional delivery teams. Strong understanding of identity, access, and security principles relevant to remote access and cloud based environments. Desirable Skills Experience delivering remote access solutions across multi domain Active Directory or hybrid identity environments. Familiarity with Entra ID, conditional access, and device compliance frameworks. Knowledge of network segmentation, zero trust principles, and secure access architecture. Experience working with store technology platforms, POS systems, handheld devices, or IoT sensors. Understanding of data governance, compliance, and audit requirements in regulated or retail environments. Exposure to automation, scripting, or API driven configuration for remote access platforms. Experience working with third party managed service providers in large scale technology programmes. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Principal Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant Location: Cambridge Salary: 60,000 - 68,000 Ready to lead complex modelling projects while shaping the growth of a regional water team? This Principal Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant opportunity in Cambridge offers technical authority, client influence and clear long-term progression. A growing environmental consultancy is strengthening its senior capability in Cambridge. As a Principal Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant, you will take ownership of flood risk assessments, hydraulic modelling studies and water environment reporting across residential, commercial and infrastructure schemes. The Principal Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant will oversee hydrological analysis using FEH, ReFH2 and WINFAP, and manage hydraulic modelling using HEC RAS, TUFLOW, ESTRY or Flood Modeller. This Principal Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant role combines hands-on technical delivery with mentoring, stakeholder engagement and commercial awareness. Flexible working is available with a balanced office and home approach. Key responsibilities Lead hydrological and hydraulic modelling studies Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and ES chapters Liaise with regulators, clients and multidisciplinary teams Mentor junior consultants and review technical outputs Support fee proposals, budgeting and project planning Candidate requirements Minimum seven years' flood risk and modelling experience Strong technical capability across modelling platforms Confident report writer and client communicator Chartered or working towards CIWEM or similar Why apply This Principal Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant position offers a salary of 60,000 - 75,000 alongside structured CPD, professional fee support and genuine progression. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.