Search jobs now Upload your CV Create a job alert Explore how we help job seekers Contract talent Permanent talent Interim management Learn how we work with you Executive search Finance and accounting Technology and IT Risk and compliance Digital, marketing and creative Administrative and office support Legal Human resources Technology Risk, audit and compliance Finance Digital, marketing and customer experience Legal Operations Human resources 2026 Salary Guide Towards the C-Suite 2035 Scaling Britain Shaping the future of tech Press room AI in recruiting Salary and hiring trends Future of work Flexible working Work-life balance Diversity, equity and inclusion Browse jobs Find your next hire Our locations

6 results for Lead Engineer in Manchester, Manchester

Design Manager- Civil Engineering
  • Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Join One of the UK's Most Significant Infrastructure Programmes.</p><p>An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Design Manager to join a high-profile, multi-billion-pound infrastructure programme that will play a critical role in supporting millions of people across the UK for decades to come.</p><p>This is a rare chance to become part of a specialist project delivery organisation responsible for financing, designing, constructing and maintaining a nationally significant asset. Working alongside industry-leading partners, you will contribute to a complex engineering programme that combines innovation, sustainability and long-term value creation.</p><p>The Opportunity</p><p>As Design Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating design activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring design information is managed effectively and delivered in line with programme requirements. Working closely with senior project leadership, contractors and technical specialists, you will support design assurance, BIM coordination, programme management and stakeholder engagement across a major infrastructure scheme.</p><p>This position offers excellent exposure to large-scale engineering delivery and would suit someone looking to take the next step in their career within a technically challenging and highly visible project environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul class="_63beb531 _896cff54 efc4bb19"><li>Support the management and coordination of design activities across a major infrastructure programme.</li><li>Monitor progress against design milestones and ensure alignment with project delivery schedules.</li><li>Maintain and manage design information registers and tracking systems.</li><li>Coordinate Building Information Modelling (BIM) activities and ensure compliance with project information management requirements.</li><li>Assist with design reviews, technical submissions, requests for information and approval processes.</li><li>Attend design workshops, project meetings and site visits.</li><li>Support reporting activities for project leadership and governance boards.</li><li>Identify and manage design risks, opportunities and value engineering initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate with contractors, consultants and project stakeholders to ensure effective communication and delivery.</li></ul><p>About You</p><ul class="_63beb531 _896cff54 efc4bb19"><li>Experience in design coordination, design management &amp; BIM coordination</li><li>A degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline.</li><li>Exposure to major infrastructure, engineering or construction projects.</li><li>Working knowledge of BIM processes and digital engineering environments.</li><li>Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Experience managing technical documentation and information workflows.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common project management platforms.</li></ul><p>Why Apply?</p><ul class="_63beb531 _896cff54 efc4bb19"><li>Opportunity to work on a nationally significant, multi-billion-pound infrastructure programme.</li><li>Long-term project pipeline offering stability and career progression.</li><li>Exposure to industry-leading delivery partners and technical experts.</li><li>Collaborative and supportive culture focused on professional development.</li><li>Chance to make a tangible impact on critical infrastructure that will benefit communities for generations.</li></ul><p>If you're looking to be part of a once-in-a-career infrastructure programme and want to develop your expertise within a high-performing project team, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>No sponsorship available</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5Ljg0NjA5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-06-24T09:53:07Z
Finance Director
  • Trafford, Greater Manchester
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 115000 - 120000 GBP / Yearly
  • <h1> </h1><p class="isSelectedEnd">Finance Director | Onsite (5 days a week) | Trafford Park | Paying upto £120,000</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and highly respected construction business to appoint a Finance Director.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a key board-level appointment within a growing, privately owned organisation that has built an outstanding reputation across the UK through its commitment to operational excellence, long-term client relationships and successful project delivery.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The successful candidate will be a commercially minded Finance Director who enjoys being close to the operation, influencing strategic decisions and helping drive business performance. This role offers a genuine opportunity to shape the future direction of the business while leading a capable finance team and partnering closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team.</p><h3>The Opportunity</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">As Finance Director, you will take ownership of the finance function whilst acting as a trusted adviser to the Board. You will provide robust financial leadership, commercial insight and strategic support to ensure the business continues to achieve its growth ambitions.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a hands-on leadership role requiring someone who is equally comfortable in the boardroom, reviewing financial performance, as they are supporting operational teams, improving processes and driving change across the organisation.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring high standards of financial control, governance and reporting.</li><li>Provide strategic financial leadership to the Board and senior management team.</li><li>Deliver accurate monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets and board reporting.</li><li>Drive commercial decision-making through insightful financial analysis and business partnering.</li><li>Manage cash flow, working capital and banking relationships.</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning processes.</li><li>Support business growth initiatives, investment decisions and strategic projects.</li><li>Enhance financial systems, reporting capabilities and internal controls.</li><li>Oversee statutory accounts, audit processes, tax compliance and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Develop strong relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, banks, insurers and advisers.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve profitability, operational efficiency and business performance.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We're interested in speaking with commercially focused finance leaders who combine strong technical expertise with a pragmatic, solutions-driven approach.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.</li><li>Previous experience operating at Finance Director, Head of Finance or senior financial leadership level.</li><li>Experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure, manufacturing, logistics, contracting or project-based environments.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.</li><li>Proven experience leading finance teams and driving business improvement initiatives.</li><li>Strong forecasting, cash flow management and financial planning capabilities.</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.</li><li>A hands-on approach and the ability to thrive within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.</li></ul><h3>Why Apply?</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an opportunity to join a successful business with a strong market reputation, ambitious growth plans and a leadership team that values finance as a key driver of performance. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, supporting operational excellence and helping deliver the next phase of the company's growth journey.</p><p>For a confidential discussion, please apply or contact us directly.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi42MzQyOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-06-22T19:57:57Z
Design Manager- Major Infrastructure Project
  • Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Our client has been appointed as the Competitively Appointed Provider (CAP) under the Direct Procurement for Customers (DPC) model to deliver a major water infrastructure resilience programme in the Northwest of England. This multi-billion-pound infrastructure project will upgrade a critical water supply system serving Greater Manchester and surrounding regions.</p><p>Our client is a dynamic, collaborative and purpose-driven organisation focused on delivering a once-in-a-generation infrastructure project. The business promotes a positive, proactive and supportive culture and is seeking individuals who can demonstrate adaptability, professionalism and a desire to contribute within a high-performing team environment.</p><p>Role Overview</p><ul><li>Support the Design Management function across the full project lifecycle, with a focus on design programme control and Building Information Modelling (BIM) coordination.</li><li>Work closely with the Design Lead to ensure alignment with design milestones and compliance with contractual review procedures.</li><li>Maintain a lookahead planner for the release and approval of Reviewable Design Data (RDD).</li><li>Attend design meetings and site visits as required.</li><li>Support the preparation of project reporting, including monthly and quarterly progress updates and board reports.</li><li>Ensure BIM models remain current and compliant with project information management requirements, including management of data drop interfaces.</li><li>Support compliance of the RDD process with information management standards.</li><li>Assist in coordinating design submission reviews, Requests for Information (RFIs), checking and approvals.</li><li>Assist in managing design risks, value engineering and optioneering activities to optimise cost, programme and performance.</li><li>Support the commercial management of design scope, changes and contractual obligations.</li><li>Coordinate communication between design stakeholders, including meeting schedules, attendance tracking and production of meeting minutes.</li></ul><p>Minimum Qualifications</p><ul><li>Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.</li><li>Familiarity with BIM and ProjectWise systems (formal BIM training desirable)</li></ul><p>Minimum Experience</p><ul><li>3+ years' experience in design coordination, design management support, BIM coordination or similar roles within construction or infrastructure environments.</li><li>Practical experience working with BIM models and design documentation on live projects.</li><li>Experience coordinating data management processes and ensuring compliance with design management procedures.</li><li>Experience managing relationships with contractors and key stakeholders</li></ul><p>Please note: Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5Ljc2Nzc1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-05-28T13:21:06Z
Finance Business Partner
  • Derbyshire, Derbyshire
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 300 - 400 GBP / Daily
  • <p></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>We're supporting a Nottingham‑based organisation with the appointment of an <strong>Interim Finance Business Partner</strong> to provide <strong>hands‑on, operational finance support</strong>. This is a highly visible, on‑site role working closely with operational leaders to drive performance, challenge cost, and improve day‑to‑day financial control.</p><p>This is not a strategic or remote role - it requires someone comfortable <strong>being in the business</strong>, building relationships quickly, and getting into the detail.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li>Act as the <strong>finance lead</strong> to operational and commercial teams, providing day‑to‑day business partnering</li><li>Deliver <strong>weekly and monthly management reporting</strong>, variance analysis and commentary</li><li>Support <strong>cost control, margin analysis and performance tracking</strong> across operational units</li><li>Build and maintain <strong>robust forecasts and budgets</strong>, translating operational activity into financial outcomes</li><li>Challenge assumptions, identify risks/opportunities and support decision‑making at site level</li><li>Improve financial disciplines, KPIs and reporting processes where required</li><li>Work closely with the wider finance team to ensure <strong>accurate month‑end close</strong> and data integrity</li></ul><h3><strong>Required Experience</strong></h3><ul><li>Proven experience as an <strong>Interim Finance Business Partner</strong> or Senior Management Accountant</li><li>Strong <strong>operational business partnering</strong> background (manufacturing, logistics, FMCG, engineering, distribution, or similar environments)</li><li>Comfortable working <strong>5 days per week on site</strong> and operating at pace</li><li>Highly hands‑on - able to own reporting, analysis and stakeholder conversations end‑to‑end</li><li>Strong communication skills with the confidence to <strong>challenge operational stakeholders</strong></li></ul><h3><strong>The Candidate</strong></h3><p>You'll be pragmatic, commercial and delivery‑focused, able to hit the ground running and add immediate value. This role suits someone who enjoys being embedded in the business rather than operating from a distance.</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuMjE2MzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-04-27T14:53:31Z
Junior Estimator
  • Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 35000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p class="isSelectedEnd">We are working exclusively with a growing and well-regarded construction business to appoint a Junior Estimator as part of their expanding commercial function.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This role is ideally suited to someone with 2-3 years' industry experience who is looking to build a long-term career in estimating, with clear progression into a more senior position over time.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The Opportunity<br />You will join an experienced pre-construction team and gain hands-on exposure to the full tendering process, supporting the delivery of accurate and commercially competitive bids across a diverse project portfolio.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a genuine development role, offering structured support and mentorship for someone looking to take the next step in their career.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Assisting in the preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions</li><li>Producing quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications</li><li>Engaging with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain and analyse quotations</li><li>Supporting bid strategy and value engineering exercises</li><li>Maintaining cost data and assisting with pricing benchmarks</li><li>Working closely with senior estimators on live tenders</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>About You</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>2-3 years' experience in construction (estimating, commercial, or quantity surveying background)</li><li>Strong interest in developing a career in <strong>pre-construction / estimating</strong></li><li>Good numerical and analytical ability with strong attention to detail</li><li>Comfortable working with Excel; exposure to estimating software is advantageous</li><li>Proactive, motivated, and keen to learn within a fast-paced environment</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>£35,000 - £40,000 salary (depending on experience)</li><li>Clear progression into Estimator and Senior Estimator roles</li><li>Ongoing mentorship and development within an experienced team</li><li>Exposure to a variety of projects and sectors</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4wMTk3Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-04-27T13:39:24Z
Information Security Programme Lead
  • Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 600 - 625 GBP / Daily
  • <h2 data-section-id="xbq4cp" data-end="330" data-start="260"><strong data-end="328" data-start="263">Information Security Programme Lead (Security Transformation)</strong></h2><p data-start="332" data-end="539">Robert Half are supporting a global consulting firm to source an experienced Information Security Programme Lead to join a critical Security Transformation programme within a complex, evolving environment.This is a senior, CISO-facing role focused on driving delivery, bringing structure, and realising value from existing security capabilities across people, process, and technology - not just deploying new tools.</p><h3 data-start="758" data-end="784" data-section-id="14fn9z"><strong data-start="762" data-end="784">Assignment Details</strong></h3><ul><li>Initial contract length: 6 months (likely extension)</li><li>Location: Leeds (2-3 days onsite per week)</li><li>Start date: ASAP (2-3 week onboarding)</li><li>Engagement: c. £600-£650 p/day via FCSA accredited umbrella company</li></ul><h3 data-end="1024" data-section-id="1cg918x" data-start="1003"><strong data-start="1007" data-end="1024">Role Overview</strong></h3><p data-start="1026" data-end="1200">You will take ownership of a broad, multi-stream Security Transformation programme, working directly with the CISO to drive delivery across a fragmented set of initiatives. The environment requires someone who can bring clarity, prioritisation, and momentum enabling security SMEs to focus on delivery rather than programme overhead. The focus is on maturing existing capabilities, improving adoption, and embedding sustainable operating models aligned to frameworks such as NIST.</p><h3 data-start="1521" data-end="1549" data-section-id="165gfiz"><strong data-start="1525" data-end="1549">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li>Lead delivery of a multi-stream Information Security Transformation programme across multiple workstreams</li><li>Own and drive the Security Transformation Roadmap, ensuring clear prioritisation and delivery outcomes</li><li>Bring structure and pace to a complex environment, removing blockers and driving accountability across teams</li><li>Establish and run programme governance, reporting, and RAID management at senior stakeholder level</li><li>Coordinate delivery across key domains including IAM (SailPoint), PAM, DLP, and technology risk/control functions</li><li>Ensure security tools and controls are effectively implemented, optimised, and delivering measurable value</li><li>Embed NIST-aligned practices across Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover domains</li><li>Drive process and governance maturity, ensuring security services are operationalised and sustainable</li><li>Develop and track KPIs to measure security maturity, adoption, and risk reduction</li><li>Collaborate across Security Operations, GRC, Architecture, and IT to ensure alignment and integration</li><li>Manage dependencies, risks, and resource constraints across multiple delivery streams</li><li>Support and lead delivery teams, enabling effective execution across squads and stakeholders</li></ul><h3 data-start="2772" data-end="2799" data-section-id="1olrjqp"><strong data-end="2799" data-start="2776">Experience Required</strong></h3><ul><li>Proven experience leading Information Security or Security Transformation programmes in complex environments</li><li>Strong exposure across IAM (SailPoint), PAM, and broader security control domains</li><li>Experience working within or delivering against NIST or similar frameworks</li><li>Track record of driving delivery in less structured or evolving environments</li><li>Strong understanding of how to operationalise security capabilities across people, process, and technology</li><li>Experience managing multiple workstreams or delivery squads</li><li>Ability to operate confidently at CISO and senior stakeholder level</li><li>Strong stakeholder management with the ability to challenge, influence, and drive outcomes</li></ul><h3 data-section-id="xl9znq" data-end="3526" data-start="3492"><strong data-end="3526" data-start="3496">Qualifications (Desirable)</strong></h3><ul><li>CISSP, CISM, CRISC or similar</li><li>Agile / Delivery certifications (SAFe, Scrum, Prince2, PMP)</li><li>Cloud or security certifications (Azure, AWS, Microsoft Security, Identity platforms)</li></ul><h3 data-end="3746" data-section-id="o20c5v" data-start="3716"><strong data-start="3720" data-end="3746">Additional Information </strong>If successful, you will be required to complete standard financial and criminal background checks, along with references.</h3><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS4zMjk4NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-04-28T08:38:19Z