Stuart Smith

Associate Director of Sales

With 20 years of experience in the recruitment industry, I bring a proven track record in staffing, recruiting, and compliance across multiple sectors, including highly regulated environments. My expertise spans multi-site, high-volume recruitment and compliance operations throughout the UK, Ireland, and Europe, alongside managing both onsite and virtual teams.

Since joining QCS Staffing, my focus has been on expanding our reputation and service offering within the Life Sciences sector. As an Associate Director of Sales, I lead and develop high-performing teams across the UK, Ireland, and Europe, driving strategic growth and delivering exceptional client service. My teams are dedicated to building and nurturing global client relationships, positioning QCS Staffing as a trusted partner in the Life Sciences industry

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Contracts Administrator

ContractOhio, United States

Contracts Administrator, Site/General Conditions - US, Ohio - 12 Month ContractBe part of a next-generation pharmaceutical project that’s transforming how medicines are made. We’re supporting a major new-build facility in Ohio, a multi-billion-dollar investment designed to push the boundaries of science and engineering. We’re looking for a Contracts Administrator to join the team and help deliver this world-class program. What you’ll do: Own the contract administration and commercial execution of assigned mechanical construction packages (e.g., HVAC, process piping, utilities/mechanical systems, mechanical install scopes).Lead/support RFP development and issuance (often in coordination with Fluor), including bidder communications, clarifications, and commercial bid evaluation.Support contract drafting/review, ensuring scope, deliverables, milestones, and commercial terms are clear and executable in the field.Manage contract award package: pricing basis, assumptions, inclusions/exclusions, schedule milestones, reporting requirements, payment terms. What you’ll need: Extensive experience in construction contracts administration / commercial management for mechanical scopes.Strong experience managing mechanical construction packages (not just processing contracts).Experience working owner-side or seconded to owner on large capital projects; EPCM interface experience strongly preferred (Fluor/Jacobs/Bechtel etc.).Comfortable operating in active construction: understands work packaging, sequencing, and mechanical interface risk. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary, apply now and let’s talk!#LI-AN1

Owners Equipment Manager

ContractOhio, United States

Owners Equipment Manager - US, Ohio - 12 Month ContractBe part of a next-generation pharmaceutical project that’s transforming how medicines are made. We’re supporting a major new-build facility in Ohio, a multi-billion-dollar investment designed to push the boundaries of science and engineering. We’re looking for an Owners Equipment Manager to join the team and help deliver this world-class program. What you’ll do: Define and manage the owner equipment execution strategy aligned to project schedule, system boundaries, and CQV turnover needs.Identify critical and long-lead equipment impacting engineering development, piping release, utilities, controls, and qualification.Establish and track equipment readiness milestones aligned to P&ID development, IFC releases, mechanical completion, and system turnover.Ensure timely issuance, completeness, and stability of equipment data (datasheets, nozzles, loads, utilities, control inputs).Act as the primary owner technical interface with equipment vendors. What you’ll need: Extensive experience supporting pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing CAPEX projects.Demonstrated owner-side or owner’s engineer experience managing equipment lifecycle risk.Strong understanding of process and utility equipment, and their interfaces with piping, utilities, controls, and CQV.Experience managing equipment data maturity, vendor technical alignment, and FATs. Familiarity with EPC delivery models and system-based delivery concepts. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary, apply now and let’s talk!#LI-AN1

Contracts Administrator

ContractOhio, United States

Contracts Administrator, Mechanical Packages - US, Ohio - 12 Month ContractBe part of a next-generation pharmaceutical project that’s transforming how medicines are made. We’re supporting a major new-build facility in Ohio, a multi-billion-dollar investment designed to push the boundaries of science and engineering. We’re looking for a Contracts Administrator to join the team and help deliver this world-class program. What you’ll do: Own the contract administration and commercial execution of assigned mechanical construction packages (e.g., HVAC, process piping, utilities/mechanical systems, mechanical install scopes).Lead/support RFP development and issuance (often in coordination with Fluor), including bidder communications, clarifications, and commercial bid evaluation.Support contract drafting/review, ensuring scope, deliverables, milestones, and commercial terms are clear and executable in the field.Manage contract award package: pricing basis, assumptions, inclusions/exclusions, schedule milestones, reporting requirements, payment terms. What you’ll need: Extensive experience  in construction contracts administration / commercial management for mechanical scopes.Strong experience managing mechanical construction packages.Experience working owner-side or seconded to owner on large capital projects; EPCM interface experience strongly preferred (Fluor/Jacobs/Bechtel etc.).Comfortable operating in active construction: understands work packaging, sequencing, and mechanical interface risk. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary, apply now and let’s talk!#LI-AN1

Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer

ContractGroningen, Provincie Groningen, Netherlands

Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Netherlands - 4-5 Month Contract Are you looking for your next Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer position? We have the role for you! Our client, a global specialist in commissioning mission critical projects across all stages of a Data Centre build, are currently working on an exciting project based in Groningen. With over 800 global resources across the globe, and engagement with some of the most impressive, billion-dollar facility construction projects, this is a fantastic career progression opportunity with an extraordinary company. The project at hand is a hyperscale data centre for a huge, recognisable client in Groningen, and we are looking for a Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer with Data Centre experience. What you'll do: Lead and witness pre-functional, functional, and integrated system testingExecute energization plans and switching procedures safelyCoordinate live testing, load bank testing, black-building and failover scenariosTroubleshoot electrical issues during testing and provide root cause analysis What you'll need: L2-L5 commissioning, some L6 (Documentation heavy, checking all documents from vendors, walk downs)Extensive Data centre experience is a must.Candidates from a GC, commissioning agency or client side are considered.Previous experience of working in a CxA role is highly beneficial. If this role is of interest to you, please apply now to show your interest and we will be in touch. #LI-CC1

MS&T Scientist

ContractDublin, County Dublin, Ireland

MS&T Scientist (Upstream or Downstream) - Ireland, Dublin - 12 Month ContractOne of the top 10 best companies to work in Ireland is looking for an MS&T Scientist for their large-scale new facility in Dublin. Is this you? An exciting project there is lots of opportunity to learn new technology and develop current skills within a fast paced €1 billion project. This fantastic client offers the opportunity to work within a large-scale environment with cutting edge technology.What you’ll do: Have a thorough knowledge of the science behind each molecule and associated drug substance manufacturing processes with fundamental knowledge of one or more of the following relevant principles.To identify and implement process improvements, e.g. yield, cycle time reduction through evaluation of process performance using data analytics tools.Provides process subject matter expertise for regulatory inspections and other interactions with regulatory agencies (e.g. health authority query support - timely responses / data gathering etc.), representing the Cruiserath site.To provide on the floor support for troubleshooting processing issues and to lead manufacturing investigations into process deviations and resolution. What you’ll need: Minimum BSc or equivalent with extensive experience in drug substance manufacturing technical support in the biopharmaceutical industry.You have demonstrated awareness of cGMP compliance and regulatory agency requirements as well as strong oral communication and technical writing skills.Good interpersonal skills coupled with demonstrated ability to effectively work in a cross-functional global environment matrix organisation, and in local group settings.Ability to develop, build, present and defend technical and scientific approaches in both written and verbal form. If this role is of interest, please apply now!#LI-JS4

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