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SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR

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Attention all Senior Quantity Surveyors! We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a specialist engineering company on a 6-month initial contract basis. Our client offers the flexibility to work in a hybrid arrangement; this will consist of 2-3 days a week in their office in Bewl. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a water treatment project, with a highly experienced and motivating team. Key Responsibilities: -Oversee quantity surveying duties throughout all project phases. -Prepare and manage cost plans, tender documents, and contracts. -Control project risk, value, and cost from inception to completion. -Provide procurement and contract advice to clients. -Coordinate with clients, contractors, and consultants for seamless delivery. -Deliver financial reports and strategic commercial insights to Directors. What we are looking for: -Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field. -MRICS status or working towards it (preferred). -Strong understanding of cost control, risk management, and contract administration. -Extensive experience in quantity surveying, preferably within the construction or water industry. -NEC 3 & 4 Options A, C & E.For further information on this opportunity, please contact Mac Howieson on 02392 603030 or email mac.howieson@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

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DESIGN MANAGER

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Here at Blueprint Recruitment, we are looking for an experienced Design Manager to join a global consultancy, in a permanent position. You will be required to work on a hybrid basis (2 days a week) from either our client’s Liverpool, Manchester or Leeds office. You will be working on a range of clean water and wastewater engineering projects. -Competitive salary ranging from £65,000-£75,000 (depending on experience). -Hybrid working arrangement, company pension scheme, and generous annual leave. Key Responsibilities: -Lead technical direction and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams. -Collaborate with clients and D&B contractors to develop and deliver integrated design strategies. -Manage design progression across all phases, from feasibility to construction and commissioning. -Ensure quality, compliance, and risk management across all design outputs. What we are looking for: -Chartered engineer with post-chartership qualification (or equivalent) in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Process/Water Engineering. -Proven experience in clean water, wastewater, sludge treatment, CSOs, stormwater management, and water networks. -Strong leadership in coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and managing client relationships. -Skilled in guiding design development, identifying preferred solutions, and managing stakeholders effectively. -Confident delivering projects from outline to detailed design, supporting construction and commissioning phases.For further information on this opportunity, please contact Oliver Catalano on 02392 603030 or email oliver.catalano@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

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PROJECT MANAGER

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Attention all Project Managers! We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our client on a long-term contract basis, looking to deliver on new Projects, including non-infrastructure upgrade work. Covering projects across the central belt, working on a hybrid basis, with a hybrid office / site / home hybrid split. Offices in both Glasgow & Edinburgh. This is a great opportunity to be a part of an experienced team and oversee and manage a variety of projects within the water sector. -Competitive day rate ranging from £400-£500 (depending on experience). -Hybrid working arrangement. Key Responsibilities: -Oversee and manage the Design, Commercial & Delivery aspects of Design & Build Projects -Manage Subcontractors in meeting established quality standards & deadlines -Facilitate cross-functional coordination of tasks & resources to ensure alignment. -Continuously monitor project milestones and adapt plans to stay on course. -Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders, clients, and team members. -Keep comprehensive project documentation and deliver timely status reports. What we are looking for: -Demonstrated expertise in Project Management, ideally within the UK or European Water Utilities sector, however other Industrial, Construction or Engineering Design & Build sectors would be very transferable. -Self-motivated and adept at managing multiple projects & Subcontractors simultaneously. -Strong organizational and time management capabilities. -Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively. -Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.For further information on this opportunity, please contact Rob Taylor on 02392 603030 or email rob.taylor@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

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DESIGN MANAGER

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Blueprint Recruitment have a new and exciting opportunity on offer for a seasoned Regional Design Manager to join a leading engineering firm, in a permanent position. Within this role, you will be expected to work on a hybrid basis from our client’s office in Derby, but our client will consider candidates located in Kent and East Sussex. You will be responsible for managing all design processes within a variety of Water Treatment projects. -Competitive salary of £70,000-£85,000 (depending on experience). -Company pension scheme, generous annual leave, and ongoing career development opportunities. Responsibilities: -Manage and oversee the internal design teams to ensure high-quality performance, development, and resource allocation. -Establish rapport with internal and external stakeholders to allow for the project to follow the requirements fully. -Support project planning processes, tendering, and forecasting through sharing design expertise and identifying risks and challenges. -Promote team development and progression through ongoing innovation, sustainable practices, and digital tools. -Ensure all designs comply with client standards and align with regulations through observation and quality assurances. -Nurture health and safety within designs, allowing for full alignment with CDM regulations and best practices. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and/or Design Management, or an equivalent discipline, with, or working towards, a chartered status. -5+ years of experience as a Regional Design Manager, or a similar role, ideally within the water and/or wastewater management sector. -Proven ability to manage and oversee design teams, whilst working with external stakeholders. -Strong understanding of programme planning systems, pipeline forecasting, and tendering and estimation processes. -Solid understanding of CDM regulations and health and safety protocols.For further information on this opportunity, please contact Oliver Catalano on 02392 603030 or email oliver.catalano@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

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SENIOR ESTIMATOR

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Here at Blueprint Recruitment, we are looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a leading engineering firm, on a 6-month contract basis, outside IR35. Within this role, you will be required to work on-site from our client’s office, located near London. As the successful applicant, you will have the opportunity to play a crucial role in the development of large-scale Water Infrastructure projects. -Competitive day rate of £600-£620 (depending on experience). -On-site working arrangements. Responsibilities: -Lead the development of accurate cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender submissions for high-profile Water Infrastructure projects. -Assess design documentation to define project scope, identify risks, and establish key assumptions -Work closely with engineering, procurement, and operations teams to validate estimates and align costs with project objectives -Create and maintain standardised estimating tools, templates, and benchmarks to ensure accuracy and consistency -Evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals, negotiate terms, and support procurement planning -Track estimate performance, conduct post-contract reviews, and drive continuous improvement in estimating processes Requirements: -Extensive experience as a Senior Estimator, or a similar role, with a proficiency within MEICA estimation within high-profile Water Infrastructure projects. -Strong understanding of CDM regulations and policies, health and safety legislations, and industry best practices. -Solid analytical abilities, with strong commercial awareness and understanding. -Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build and maintain rapport with clients and stakeholders. -Strong ability within the use of estimation digital and software tools. -Must be able to manage concurrent projects, managing ongoing priorities, whilst meeting limited deadlines. -Willing to travel to project sites when needed. For further information on this opportunity, please contact Max Williams on 02392 603030 or email max.williams@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

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PROJECT DIRECTOR

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Here at Blueprint Recruitment, we are looking for a seasoned Project Director, to join a leading construction and engineering firm, on a contract basis, outside IR35. The successful candidate will be required to work on a hybrid basis, 3-4 days a week, from our client’s office and/or site, across the south of the UK. Within this role, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing a variety of large-scale, complex Water and Water Treatment projects. £100M + values. -Competitive day rate of £600-£850 (depending on experience). -Hybrid working arrangements (3-4 days per week on-site or in the office). Responsibilities: -Manage and oversee the development and implementation of large-scale Water and Water Treatment projects, from concept to completion. -Coordinate and process project timelines, budgets, and risks, whilst ensuring that all works align with high quality and environmental principles. -Build and maintain rapport with clients and other specialist professionals, allowing for seamless project integration. -Monitor and oversee the design, construction, commissioning, and handover stages, ensuring that health and safety and technical standards and procedures are followed. -Direct and mentor project teams, promoting clear and effective communication, performance, and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle. -Nurture innovation, sustainability, and ongoing improvement across the project’s development. Requirements: -Extensive experience as a Project Director managing complex, large-scale & High Value Water and Water Treatment projects. -Strong understanding of construction management, CDM regulations, and commercial procedures, and contract frameworks and collaborative delivery models. -Effective leadership and management skills, with an impressive portfolio of developing teams to ensure high quality performance. -Bachelor’s degree, HNC, or HND in Engineering or Construction, or a relevant discipline, whilst NEC PM accreditation and a APM qualification is ideal. -Solid stakeholder management skills, with an understanding of handling clients, regulatory bodies, and partners, with a problem-solving mindset.For further information on this opportunity, please contact Max Williams on 02392 603030 or email max.williams@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

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HYDRAULIC MODELLER

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Do you possess the skill and expertise to be the driving force within the development of the Water sector? Our client is actively seeking several experienced Hydraulic Modellers to join their multidisciplinary consultancy, on a permanent basis. The successful candidates will be working on-site, with all works taking place at our client’s main office in Leicester. Expand your ever-growing portfolio of works with this opportunity to support and develop the first initial stages of a variety of Water and Water Treatment projects. -Competitive salary of £50,000-£70,000 (subject to experience). -Company pension scheme, generous annual leave, and ongoing career development opportunities. Responsibilities: -Produce and maintain hydraulic model designs, using tools such as InfoWorks ICM, HEC-RAS, and/or TUFLOW, for wastewater, flood risk, and drainage systems. -Examine survey, rainfall, flow, and spatial datasets, and integrate GIS tools (e.g. ArcGIS/QGIS) to support modelling work. -Interpret model results and create concise technical reports, visualisations, and documentation. -Ensure that all works comply with current UK industry standards, practices, and guidance. -Work alongside other multidisciplinary teams, supporting quality assurance, project planning, and peer reviews. Requirements: -Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and pursuing professional accreditation. -Extensive experience in hydraulic modelling, with a focus on water and environmental projects, and producing technical modelling reports. -Proficient in the use of modelling software such as TUFLOW, FloodModeller, and ESTRY, and the use of GIS software (e.g. ArcGIS or QGIS). -Understanding of UK water industry regulations and policies surrounding flood risk is desirable. -Strong communication and analytical skills, with a problem-solving mindset and a desire to learn, collaborate, and create high-quality work.For further information on this opportunity, please contact Max Williams on 02392 603030 or email max.williams@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

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RISK MANAGER

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Bring your skills and expertise to a forward-thinking organisation, continuing their mission towards operational excellence. Our client is looking to bring on a seasoned Risk Manager, on a permanent basis, to operate within their engineering organisation. This role will consist of an on-site working arrangement, where in which the chosen professional will work from one of our client’s offices in Derby or Enfield. This opportunity holds the ability to work on developing and delivering a range of non-infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and sustainability. -Competitive salary (subject to experience). -Company pension scheme, on-site working arrangement, generous annual leave, and ongoing career development opportunities. Responsibilities: -Oversee coordinated risk assessment, identification, and prioritisation, within a variety of non-infrastructure projects, ensuring requirements and objectives are met. -Observe risk exposure, early warning signs, and trigger points to allow for effective and proactive resolution and escalation, concise cost profiling, and budget reductions. -Liaise with project teams to develop effective and functional mitigation plans, allowing for risks to remain within a manageable threshold. -Establish accurate risk reports, enabling transparency within internal exchanges, timely senior leadership resolutions, and the ability to make informed decisions. -Carry out quantitative risk assessments across cost, schedule, and integrated project elements, with the use of resources such as Safran, @Risk, PRA, and other platforms. -Offer technical insights, backed up by data, support ongoing risk process improvements, and ensure traceability, with the use of risk and reporting tools. Requirements: -Profound experience as a Risk Manager, or a relevant position, delivering efficient risk management solutions for a range of complex projects and systems. -Strong leadership skills, with the ability to host productive risk analysis workshops, allowing for informed decisions to be established by stakeholders. -Significant abilities within mitigation strategy production and a great understanding of risk assessment practices, both quantitative and qualitative. -Profound proficiency within relevant software tools, centred around risk management and data visualisation. -Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement and management skills, with a drive for ongoing development and business progression. For further information on this opportunity, please contact Mac Howieson on 02392 603030 or email mac.howieson@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

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MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

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Locations: Birmingham, Bristol or Cardiff (Hybrid Working) Salary: £50,000 – £65,000 + Annual Bonus The Opportunity We are seeking Senior Mechanical Engineers to join our Energy, Water and Resources portfolio, supporting the delivery of high-impact projects that benefit society, industry and the environment. You’ll work as part of multidisciplinary teams on a diverse range of schemes, including: · Water and wastewater treatment and supply · Dams, reservoirs and flood risk infrastructure · Renewable energy and low-carbon systems · Hydrogen production and energy storage · Industrial process and complex pipework systems You’ll be encouraged to develop specialist skills in the areas that genuinely interest you, shaping a career path aligned with your passions and strengths. Is this role right for you? We’re looking for experienced Mechanical Engineers with a strong background in the water sector, operating at a senior level with 5+ years’ industry experience. Key skills and experience include: · Proven experience delivering mechanical design within water, energy or industrial environments · Strong understanding of mechanical equipment selection and application · Experience across feasibility and detailed design, particularly in water and energy systems · Solid knowledge of piping design standards, safety systems and industrial pipework · Competence in relevant design tools and software (e.g. BIM, Plant 3D, AutoPIPE or similar) · Experience in utility infrastructure (e.g. gas networks) is beneficial · Chartered status (or working towards) through IMechE or a relevant professional body What we offer you We care deeply about our people and their success — because when our members thrive, we all grow together. You’ll benefit from: · Competitive, fair and equitable salary with an annual bonus scheme · Profit Share, enabling you to share in our collective success · Hybrid and flexible working arrangements · Private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance and income protection · Flexible benefits to support your health, wellbeing and lifestyle · Extensive learning, development and career progression opportunities As a trust-owned organisation, we have the freedom to choose work that aligns with our values, our purpose and the legacy we want to create — for our people, our clients and our communities.For further information on this opportunity, please contact Oliver Catalano on 02392 603030 or email oliver.catalano@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

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SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR
BEWL £400

Attention all Senior Quantity Surveyors!

We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a specialist engineering company on a 6-month initial contract basis. Our client offers the flexibility to work in a hybrid arrangement; this will consist of 2-3 days a week in their office in Bewl.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a water treatment project, with a highly experienced and motivating team.

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DESIGN MANAGER
LIVERPOOL, MANCHESTER OR LEEDS £65,000

Here at Blueprint Recruitment, we are looking for an experienced Design Manager to join a global consultancy, in a permanent position. You will be required to work on a hybrid basis (2 days a week) from either our client’s Liverpool, Manchester or Leeds office. You will be working on a range of clean water and wastewater engineering projects.

-Competitive salary ranging from £65,000-£75,000 (depending on experience).

-Hybrid working arrangement, company pension scheme, and generous annual leave.

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PROJECT MANAGER
GLASGOW £400

Attention all Project Managers!

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our client on a long-term contract basis, looking to deliver on new Projects, including non-infrastructure upgrade work. Covering projects across the central belt, working on a hybrid basis, with a hybrid office / site / home hybrid split. Offices in both Glasgow & Edinburgh.

This is a great opportunity to be a part of an experienced team and oversee and manage a variety of projects within the water sector.

-Competitive day rate ranging from £400-£500 (depending on experience).

-Hybrid working arrangement.

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SENIOR ESTIMATOR
LONDON £400

Here at Blueprint Recruitment, we are looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a leading engineering firm, on a 6-month contract basis, outside IR35. Within this role, you will be required to work on-site from our client’s office, located near London. As the successful applicant, you will have the opportunity to play a crucial role in the development of large-scale Water Infrastructure projects.

-Competitive day rate of £600-£620 (depending on experience).

-On-site working arrangements.

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PROJECT DIRECTOR
SOUTHAMPTON £600

Here at Blueprint Recruitment, we are looking for a seasoned Project Director, to join a leading construction and engineering firm, on a contract basis, outside IR35. The successful candidate will be required to work on a hybrid basis, 3-4 days a week, from our client’s office and/or site, across the south of the UK. Within this role, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing a variety of large-scale, complex Water and Water Treatment projects. £100M + values.

-Competitive day rate of £600-£850 (depending on experience).

-Hybrid working arrangements (3-4 days per week on-site or in the office).

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HYDRAULIC MODELLER
LEICESTER £50,000

Do you possess the skill and expertise to be the driving force within the development of the Water sector?

Our client is actively seeking several experienced Hydraulic Modellers to join their multidisciplinary consultancy, on a permanent basis. The successful candidates will be working on-site, with all works taking place at our client’s main office in Leicester. Expand your ever-growing portfolio of works with this opportunity to support and develop the first initial stages of a variety of Water and Water Treatment projects.

-Competitive salary of £50,000-£70,000 (subject to experience).

-Company pension scheme, generous annual leave, and ongoing career development opportunities.

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RISK MANAGER
ENFIELD OR DERBY Negotiable

Bring your skills and expertise to a forward-thinking organisation, continuing their mission towards operational excellence.

Our client is looking to bring on a seasoned Risk Manager, on a permanent basis, to operate within their engineering organisation. This role will consist of an on-site working arrangement, where in which the chosen professional will work from one of our client’s offices in Derby or Enfield. This opportunity holds the ability to work on developing and delivering a range of non-infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and sustainability.

-Competitive salary (subject to experience).

-Company pension scheme, on-site working arrangement, generous annual leave, and ongoing career development opportunities.

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MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER
BIRMINGHAM, BRISTOL OR CARDIFF £50,000

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Energy, Water & Resources
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Join a purpose-driven consultancy delivering complex, high-impact projects across water, energy and low-carbon infrastructure. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you’ll work in multidisciplinary teams on everything from water and wastewater treatment to renewable energy, hydrogen production and industrial pipework systems.

This is a role for an experienced engineer who wants technical challenge and the freedom to shape their career around their interests — whether that’s water, energy, or emerging technologies.