J. Murphy & Sons Ltd

9 job(s) at J. Murphy & Sons Ltd

J. Murphy & Sons Ltd New Ollerton, Nottinghamshire
16/03/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a SHES Advisor to work with Energy as part of our delivery of the Great Grid partnership (GGP) can be based out of Ollerton or Leeds Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Environmental Advisor: Establish and promote best practice in environmental and sustainability matters in conjunction with the wider function. Carry out regular inspections of sites and workplaces to determine whether work is being carried out in accordance with Company Policy, Procedures, and the relevant Statutory Provisions Carry out incident investigations in accordance with the Company procedure and, analysing all data, making recommendations to avoid any reoccurrences. Collate Business / Contract environmental and sustainability statistics in a timely manner and submit to the Environmental Management & wider function for reporting purposes. Review environmental information to identify trends and areas for improvement. Develop and implement Environmental campaigns and improvement plans in agreement with the environmental Management Advise and support project teams with managing their environmental and sustainability responsibilities. Provide advice, support, and assistance to all project personnel to enable them to manage their environmental responsibilities. Identify significant Environmental issues for contracts / yards and help set-up contracts / yards to include appropriate controls. Identify environmental consents / permits or exemptions that are required and ensure they are obtained. Maintain records as necessary to ensure compliance with Legislation, Company procedures and Contract Requirements. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience in an Environmental Advisory role or similar. Qualified with an Environmental Degree Working knowledge of application of environmental law in the construction industry Experience within Civil Engineering and/or Construction. Working towards IEMA is desirable. Knowledge of the ISO 9001, 14001 and BS OHSAS 18001 standards
J. Murphy & Sons Ltd New Ollerton, Nottinghamshire
10/03/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a Construction Manager to work with the Energy Team on the National Grid, Great Grid Partnership. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Construction Manager: Overall management of project teams during the construction and installation phase of the project. Co-ordination of constructability input during solutions identification and development phase. Allocation of construction staff to projects ensuring that appropriate construction and installation staff are appointed to individual projects: based on experience, skills and knowledge. Liaises with the Project Managers to ensure that the construction resource pool is an appropriate size, with an appropriate blend of skill sets for the projected workload. Overall management of construction resources including Labour, Plant and Materials. Performance management of subcontractors. Ensures that the construction and installation teams are accountable for their performance against agreed schedules and man-hour budgets. Oversee the duties of the Principal Contractor are discharged in accordance with the CDM Regulations. Control all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities are carried out in accordance with agreed quality procedures. Interfaces with all other functional leaders within the organisation to facilitate successful development of the project from solution stage constructability through construction, installation, commissioning, and handover to the client. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience in delivering Major Civils projects. Experience within a Construction Manager role or similar. HNC / HND or NVQ Level 5 (or Degree) Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to develop close working relationships with clients and subcontractors. A true leader with passion for people development, can do attitude and a flare for innovation.
J. Murphy & Sons Ltd
07/03/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a title to work with the Energy team, initially based at Stonecross ( WA3 3JD) Jan- June, then onsite 5 days a week at Glaslyn on the Great Grid Upgrade, to reinforce and refubish parts of the high power network in North Wales. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Managing Quantity Surveyor Efficiently manage all commercial aspects of the Project and maintain regular liaison with all stakeholders. Assist in building a team, manage the development of personal plans, establishment of objectives/targets for all direct reports and monitor on an ongoing basis - maintain performance. Collate, analysis & challenge Cost/Value Reports and forecasts as required, implement required actions. Negotiating terms and conditions with subcontractors and suppliers that apportion risk to those best placed to manage that risk and deliver best value to the project and the Client Design and implement a commercial strategy for their portfolio and tenders with the assistance of their functional manager. Assist with the development and training of Commercial Practitioners including supervisor / mentor / counsellor role for staff undertaking their APC or equivalent. Assist in maximising of cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production & improvement plans for all projects. Identification and advice upon of insurance related issues, including PI. Assist in work winning duties as required, including proactive release of team members and attendance at Client Presentations for Tender Interviews Ensuring optimum performance of commercial team for the portfolio of work, undertaking constant reviewing for margin gains in efficiency and timely resource forecasting. Ensure that the outturn costs on the projects are monitored monthly through a detailed bottom up resourced and costed forecast maintained. Still interested, does this sound like you? Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or equivalent preferred. Registered with RICS / ICES Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract (NEC) and Standard Methods of Measurement Capable of confident, informed, quality decision making Ability to synthesise information quickly and communicate situation reports to senior management
J. Murphy & Sons Ltd
06/03/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a title to work with Energy on the Norwich to Tilbury scheme, as part of our delivery of the Great Grid partnership (GGP) Based at Wigan - WA3 3JD and 3 days at site at Bury St Edmunds. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Quantity Surveyor Ensure the site team adheres to group procedures and governance Management of internal commercial reporting and any other reports which may be required Preparation of Valuations/Applications for Payment with full supporting documentation in accordance with the contract Oversee Cost Reports to the Client with contractually compliant supporting documentation Management of subcontract and material procurement schedules Administration of subcontractor/supplier accounts from the preparation of detailed requisitions, monitoring and authorisation of subcontract payments through to agreement of final accounts Undertake the contract administration, including change management and maintain associated registers Identifying commercial risks, opportunities, value engineering and change Use the cost allocation/coding which satisfies both internal and external requirements Measurement of quantities in accordance with the standard methods of measurement as required Still interested, does this sound like you? HND/Degree qualification Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or a times served Quantity Surveyor looking to step up. Solid knowledge across NEC Contracts. Registered with RICS / ICES and working towards chartership. Experience on Civil Engineering and/or Major Construction Projects.
J. Murphy & Sons Ltd
02/03/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to work with the Energy team, initially based at Stonecross ( WA3 3JD) Jan- June, then onsite 5 days a week at Glaslyn on the Great Grid Upgrade, to reinforce and refurbish parts of the high power network in North Wales. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Quantity Surveyor Aid in the internal commercial reporting and any other reports which may be required. Prepare Valuations/Applications for Payment with full documentation in accordance with the contract Control of Cost Reports to the Client with contractually compliant documentation Preparation and management of subcontract and material procurement schedules Administration of subcontractor/supplier accounts from the preparation of detailed requisitions, monitoring, and authorisation of subcontract payments through to agreement of final accounts Undertake the contract administration, including change management and maintain associated registers. Identifying commercial risks, opportunities, value engineering and change Use the cost allocation/coding which satisfies both internal and external requirements. Measurement of quantities in accordance with the standard methods of measurement as required. Assist in the preparation of project final accounts. Drafting of subcontracts including professional services. Still interested, does this sound like you? HND/Degree qualification Proven experience within a Commercial role i.e., Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, or a similar role. Registered with RICS / ICES and working towards chartership. Knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract, NEC preferable together with Standard Methods of Measurement
J. Murphy & Sons Ltd
23/02/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a Senior Design Manager to work within Energy on HV Linear Cable Scopes within major infrastructure for a number of clients ( can be based out of Kentish Town or Wigan with regular travel to Norfolk) Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Design Manager Lead on review of requirements at tender stage and allocate resources as appropriate during tender and upon successful award Produce design briefs for temporary and permanent works Review submissions as directed for quality and sufficiency Lead design matters on small/medium/large/mega sized project/s as directed, allocating design tasks to individuals/companies as required and maintain associated RACI Manage design managers/design co-ordinators on the projects, carry out staff appraisals when required and identify appropriate development activities. Attend site as required to liaise with Site Managers / Engineers and ensure appropriate consideration of constructability and permanent works Ensure that that Aconex (or client approved alternative CDE system) is kept up to date by the Document Controller and correct drawing revisions are maintained and issued to sites Monitor, track, and report on Design progress, RFIs and Design NCRs Monitor, co-ordinate, and manage the design by consultants, MAE, suppliers, interface contractors, and outsourced designers as appropriate Ensure compliance with Standards and Client requirements, and assist in monitoring to ensure working to agreed design requirements Ensure an understanding of, and an influence on the contracts Design Consultants are working under including their fees, schedule of services, programme, and liabilities and warranties Still interested, does this sound like you? Chartered Engineer with a UK engineering institute (IMechE, ICE, IChemE. IET, IGEM etc) Experience in either HV Cables, HV Plant, National Grid, DNO's ,Pipelines or Substations would be ideal Significant Design Management experience and of hand over of design requirements at completion Digitally competent and familiar with BIM, CDEs and Document management systems and managing teams against requirements. Experience discharging Principal Designer duties Design management training/qualification
J. Murphy & Sons Ltd New Ollerton, Nottinghamshire
23/02/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a title to work with Energy on as part of our delivery of the Great Grid partnership (GGP) The project is currently in the process of mobilising the project teams in order to support the early works, inclusive of DCO support, ahead of site commencement Mid 2027. The works are currently split between our regional office in Stone Cross (Warrington), with GGP support in Birmingham and working with the Client based in Bury St Edmunds. We would also welcome applications from Estimators who are keen to develop and progress into a Senior Estimator role. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. We would also welcome applications from Estimators who are keen to develop and progress into a Senior Estimator role. A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Estimator Attend project start-up meetings and make site visits. Produce enquiry schedules for scope of works & packages required from the tender documentation, drawings and specifications issued. Identify tender deliverables required from the Project Designers. Evaluate returned quotations from suppliers and where necessary enters into correspondence with suppliers to bring quotations in line with the project specification requirements. Prepare BOQ for scopes of projects on estimating programs (such as Excel, Causeway, CCS Candy & Kubus). Input to project risk register and attends a project risk meeting in the presence of Estimators, Planning Engineers, Design Co-ordinators and Clients representatives. Attend tender price settlement meetings in the presence of the tender team with Estimating Manager, Attend Tender Handover meetings in the presence of Estimators and projects team. Assist the Estimating Manager in promoting interaction with the appropriate functional leader to facilitate successful development of solutions to problems and estimates. Make tender amendments where applicable utilising client feedback on submitted tenders. In conjunction with the Contract Manager / Senior Management review contract details relevant to the company's ability to deliver under the contract. Review tender documents assessing scope, risks involved, tender complexity and provide feedback to Estimating Manager Still interested, does this sound like you? Proven estimating experience within Major Projects, Linear Cables, Substations, Civils or Overhead Line. Strong commercial awareness and a strong Negotiator High understanding of construction processes and contractual knowledge (NEC) Experience with CCS Candy Estimating Software Degree educated ideally or with a relevant substantial work history
J. Murphy & Sons Ltd
18/02/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a Design Coordinator to work with the Energy team on GGP . Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Design Coordinator: Review submissions as directed for quality and sufficiency. Lead design engineering matters on small/medium sized project/s as directed. Monitor, co-ordinate, and manage the design by internal designers, consultants, suppliers, and interface contractors as appropriate. Endure that that Aconex (or client approved alternative CDE system) is adequately setup and being utilised correctly by all designers, site operations and external stakeholders. Monitor, track and report on Design progress against the project programme Oversee appropriate consideration of constructability and permanent works in relation to Temporary Works. Review design progress and detail using CAD/BIM tools. Monitoring and reporting on Design NCRs and associated close out. Liaise with the wider team such as Surveyors, Buyers, Contract Managers, Project Managers, Site Managers and Estimators to engender a team approach for each project. Still Interested? Does this sound like you: HNC/HND in civil engineering, construction or similar Professional affiliated membership of applicable Engineering Institution or evidence of ongoing progression towards Engineering Design Experience i.e. production of engineering designs on Power T&D, renewables, or multidisciplinary EPC process projects Exposure to Design management/coordination and construction experience Experience of Autodesk suite including AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks. Digitally familiar with BIM and CDEs and document control systems and processes
J. Murphy & Sons Ltd
31/01/2025
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a Planning Manager to work within Water on our United Utilities Enterprise in Cumbria. We provide end-to-end services for major water and sewage companies such as Thames Water, Severn Trent Water, Northern Ireland Water, Yorkshire Water and United Utilities, and for several water-only companies including SES Water, Bristol Water and South East Water. We also provide a full design, build, operate and maintain service for Uisce Éireann and we currently operate over 25 of their facilities, ensuring they run efficiently and comply fully with EPA regulations. A day in the life of a Murphy Planning Manager Lead the planning team on a day-to-day basis, including line and/or functional management. Inspire and empower individuals within their portfolio to deliver high quality standards and outputs as well as inspire career growth Ensure there is alignment between Operations, Commercial and Planning resources on projects single version of the truth. Undertake audits and reviews to ensure planning requirements are followed, minimise non-compliance, drive high standards and ultimately improve project / business performance. Contribute to the development of business unit and sector plans and strategies. Develop and maintain effective communication and collaborative relationships with the Client and other project stakeholders (internal and external) Support the work winning function on development of tenders from first principles and ensure work willing governance processes are adhered to. Ensure that there is accurate and transparent reporting of progress, challenge management, risk and opportunities in relation to the programme. Ensure that programmes and associated progress reports are regularly updated and submitted to the Client in accordance with the requirements of the contract. Managing Compensation events from Subcontractors and to Client Still interested, does this sound like you? Experienced Planning Manager or Senior Planner Eperience managing a team of planners Contract planning for a Tier 1 contractor Fully conversant and efficient in the use of P6 Stakeholder management & experience of representing the company in front of Clients at planning and business performance meetings Mentoring / coaching and professional development experience What s in it for you? 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review Above market rate contributory pension scheme Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc About Murphy Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Gold Investors In People accredited along with reported operating profit up 57% on prior year. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages. With a forward order book of £3.3b and £39m Invested in environmentally friendly plant there really is If you are unable to apply via the usual process, please call Isobel Town on (phone number removed) to discuss in more detail. Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK