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Job Summary Electric Network Design Engineer required to work within the design team working directly under the guidance of and reporting to the Design Manager. The ideal candidate will have strong electrical design awareness and be able to demonstrate previous experience within the utility industry. Main Activities & Duties 1. Undertaking outline designs for tendering purposes 2. Detailed designs for LV and HV distribution networks for domestic, commercial and industrial developments 3. Provide technical support for business departments 4. Review external design elements 5. Offer full design support to tendering and construction teams and clients 6. Mentor, coach and guide trainee engineers Qualifications & Skills Essential * Suitable engineering qualification (Degree/HND or equivalent) * Experience in designing/planning LV and HV electrical utility infrastructure and substation design * Knowledge of technical specifications of equipment, substations, cables and plant * Knowledge of DNO/IDNO network construction including a knowledge of G81 documents * Understanding of the current NERS requirements * Understanding of CDM Regulations and N.R.S.W.A * Understanding of ISO09001, ISO14001 & ISO(phone number removed) * IT Literate * A team player with the ability to work independently * Excellent communication skills * Client focused bringing new ideas, commitment and enthusiasm Desirable * Experience of multi utilities * Good knowledge of Microsoft Office

Planner Client My Client is a principle contracting company who undertake Civil Engineering projects across the UK. This outstanding organisation is currently engaged in multiple defence projects based in Glasgow and are looking for and Planner to join the project team. Job requirements As a Planner you will be responsible for: * Confirm Tender programme viability with key subcontractors * Produce design, work package, procurement and statutory approvals programmes. * Develop previous Tender Programme to Contract Status, incl. Full Critical Path Analysis in conjunction with Construction Team. * Monthly progress monitoring through utilising company progress tracker spreadsheet and providing dropline programmes for Project Progress Meetings, including ad hoc site visits to ensure accuracy of progress recorded. * Produce labour histograms based on Tender/Contract programme on trade by trade basis, leading to full project labour histogram. * Create extract programmes for site/subcontractor use on a trade by trade basis. * Attend site as required to produce short term look ahead and target programmes * Monthly update of ‘Live Projects Contract Durations’ programme to coincide with Board Reports. * Interrogate monthly progress records and compile As Built programmes enabling ‘lessons learnt analysis’. * Where necessary, produce extension of time programmes based on delay event(s), using site records and progress reports, which will include rescheduling the programme to show the impact of each event culminating in an overall delay event * In the event of a dispute, you will be required to produce programmes for use in the adjudication process. This will include, but not be limited to, analysing individual delay events which will encompass rescheduling the programme to show the impact of each event culminating in an overall delay event. Candidate requirements The ideal candidate will be: * Background in Construction planning * SC Cleared for MOD * Ideally educated to degree level * Good interpersonal and communication skills * Competent in the use of Microsoft applications and proficient in the P6 software

Job Title: Project Quantity Surveyor Type: Permanent Location: Glasgow Salary: £Negotiable dependant on experience level + Standard Company Benefits + Company Car/Allowance Healthcare & Pension Scheme The Company My client is a successful, dynamic and growing contracting business who works within the Civil Engineering sector. They are currently growing year on year in the UK and have recently experienced a significant upturn in project work. As a result of increased workload and significant project wins, they are looking to hire an experienced Quantity Surveyor to assist with the delivery of a major defense project. The Role There will be multiple projects running simultaneously each with a value between £5m and £50m with multiple phases. The role will report directly to the MQS and Commercial Manager and will support the business on all Commercial activities across the projects in the South. Responsibilities are: Ensure that all contractual obligations are met, and commercial performance is maximised. Have input into estimates for materials, time and labour costs. Prepare, negotiate and analyse costs. Preparing cost budgets and prices for contract variations; Preparing order documentation; Evaluating/selecting subcontract tenders; Setting up and maintaining contract files Manage commercial risks across multiple departments. Monitor subcontractor’s performance and spend. Although this role is primarily office based, this position is covering a vast range of projects throughout the North of England and potentially some of Scotland, so visits to site frequently will be required. The successful candidate can expect to be traveling two or three days per week. The Candidate Will have previous experience in similar role. They will have strong experience in large Civils or Marine projects and be comfortable working on multiple projects typically ranging in value of £5m to £50m. SC Clearance for MOD The Quantity Surveyor will also have knowledge of a variety of contract suites, ICE, JCT, ECC and NEC3 and potentially NEC4. The candidate will able to work independently and be able to understand and influence the commercial performance of the projects. They will fully understand contractual obligations across multiple projects, in particular NEC3 Option. Will be comfortable working independently and with multiple senior managers across departments and locations. Will be comfortable with signification interaction with the client

The Company My client is a specialist contracting business that install multi utilities networks across the commercial, residential and industrial sectors. Due to continued growth my client is now looking to appoint a Project Manager to cover projects across the Midlands * Overseeing activities and staff to ensure that design, procurement, financial control and site activities are managed to the highest standards in all areas of delivery * Align the client’s direction and needs * Interpret contract commitments * Manage client/contractor expectations within the context of the client and their commitment to continuing their longstanding relationship with this client * Ensuring that the key deliverables within each stage of the projects are being administered to the highest quality * Ensuring proper interpretation of the drawings and plans are established and the delivered solutions meet and exceed the expectations of the client * Working with the client to enable the most efficient and cost effective approach in delivering outstanding programs of work, while maintaining the highest standards of health, safety & quality * Assisting the Head of Operations by demonstrating and developing financial controls that detail with profit and loss and detailed cost to complete reports for each project within the programme * Development of strong team working relationships * Manage office and site staff requirements and resourcing against multiple live projects * Cost risk management * Produce safe and efficient RAMS * Ownership of the entire project, design, costs, programme, documentation, site activities, procurement etc * Bring innovative ideas

Telecoms Quantity Surveyor The Company: My client is a specialist contracting business that installs Telecoms networks across the UK. Due to continued growth my client is now looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to cover projects across the West Midlands The Role: Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Quantity Surveyor will take responsibility for project around the West Midlands * Ensuring there is effective cost management of the project through regular and accurate forecasting and cost/value reporting. * Lead and manage the procurement process to maximise profit and ensure subcontract orders are placed on time and in accordance with the company policy (including references taken, suitable levels of HSEQ etc) * Monitor and maximise cash flow. * Support, advise, develop and train all members of the site team on commercial matters. * Be aware of the contractual requirements of the project, advise the site team on key requirements and ensure that all notices and other matters are actioned accordingly to protect contractual position (main, sub-contracts and consultancy agreements) * Act and ensure others are acting in the clients best commercial interests at all times. * To act professionally at all times and promote the company's best standards and practices * Monitor and chase main contract payments The Candidate: * Self-starter able to work autonomously * Team Leader * Business Awareness * Knowledge and understanding of construction management, construction and sustainable construction techniques * Full UK/EU Driving Licence * Experience with NEC framework contract To Apply, please click on the apply button or contact Chris Botham at Rain Consultancy Group directly. Please note that we anticipate to receive a high level of applicants so we are not always able to communicate the outcome to every candidate. If you do not receive a call from us within 48 hours then you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. All applications are treated confidentially we will not pass your CV on to a third party without your prior consent

HSE Advisor The Company: My client is a Civil Engineering contracting company that are undertaking major Highways projects across the Liverpool area. They are looking to appoint an HSE Advisor to join and established framework and HSE function. The Role: Reporting to the HSE Manager, the HSE Advisor will take responsibility for multiple sites managing highways projects overseeing the following duties * To advise and coordinate on H&S and Environmental issues * To ensure the HSE Management Systems are understood and used effectively at project level * To ensure that the requirements of the management system are being applied on site and administrative offices, by means of periodic inspection, audits and meetings * To provide HSE training/awareness to the project teams as necessary and within the scope of own expertise * To proactively provide instruction and task specific advice to operational and managerial personnel * To investigate accidents/incidents and ensure lessons learnt are applied * To perform audits on safety and environmental risk areas * To ensure timely close out of actions from audits, inspections, accidents and incidents * To ensure compliance with methods and procedures at project level * To be champion for improving HSE performance via initiatives and rigorous application of HSE management systems * To provide assistance to Business Development for HSEQ aspects of pre-qualification and tenders * To contribute to the review and revision of HSEQ policies, plans, documented procedures and forms. * To ensure Inspection and Testing requirements are maintained throughout our activities. The Candidate: * Self-starter able to work autonomously * HSE site experience in a Civil * NEBOSH Qualified * UK/EU Driving Licence To Apply, please click on the apply button or contact Chris Botham at Rain Consultancy Group directly. Please note that we anticipate to receive a high level of applicants so we are not always able to communicate the outcome to every candidate. If you do not receive a call from us within 48 hours then you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. All applications are treated confidentially we will not pass your CV on to a third party without your prior consent

Section Engineer The Company: My client is a Primary contracting business who work within Civil Engineering sectors. They are currently growing year on year in the UK As a result, they are looking to hire a Section Engineer to oversee highways projects in Liverpool. The Role: Reporting to the Senior Projects Manager, the Section Engineer will take responsibility delivery * act as the main technical adviser on a construction site for subcontractors, craftspeople and operatives within your area of responsibility. * develop safe systems of work, method statements and quality documentation; ITPs, QRPs and the like. * produce, monitor and control budgets for sections of work scope. * ensure that all materials used and work performed are in accordance with the specifications * oversee the selection and requisition of materials * manage, monitor and interpret the contract design documents * liaise with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project * attending regular progress meetings to inform the wider team * carry out day-to-day management of the site, including supervising and monitoring the site labour force, junior site engineers and the work of any subcontractors in area of responsibility * plan the work and efficiently organise the plant and site facilities in order to meet agreed deadlines * oversee quality control and health and safety matters on site * prepare reports as required * resolve any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise. Experience: * previous involvement with construction of reinforced concrete structures is required, involvement within the water sector, tunnelling or shafting sinking preferred. 3 years’ experience expected * communication skills, written and oral, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of other professionals, e.g. construction managers, quantity surveyors, subcontractors, architects, designers, other engineers * organisation skills and a methodical approach to work * strong analytical and problem-solving skills * accuracy and attention to detail * strong teamworking skills * excellent IT skills * knowledge of relevant building and health and safety legislation To Apply, please click on the apply button or contact Chris Botham at Rain Consultancy Group directly. Please note that we anticipate to receive a high level of applicants so we are not always able to communicate the outcome to every candidate. If you do not receive a call from us within 48 hours, then you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. All applications are treated confidentially we will not pass your CV on to a third party without your prior consent

Job Title: Planner The Company My Client is a principal contracting company who undertake Construction Design & Build projects with the housing sector They are seeking an experienced Planner with a background construction D&B projects to work as part of the delivery team out of the Liverpool office. The Planner will be confident in independently writing programs for housing projects in the Construction Sector from blank page. Programs will predominantly will be involved through to delivery however there may be some pre-tender work for smaller additional projects on the framework. The Role As Planner you will work as part of the Pre-Construction and delivery teams. You will be responsible for. * Independently producing plans and schedules to assist with delivery processes, proposals and tenders. * Providing planning support on Primavera P6 to project managers. * Challenge the delivery teams on timescales, theories & methods. * Monitor and adhere to contractual agreements. * Work closely with the Project Management and Site Teams. * Visit sites where appropriate. * Monitor and manage factors such as risk, progress, timescales and cost. * Liaise with clients, project management teams, suppliers and stakeholders. The Candidate The ideal Senior Planner will: * Be competent and work independently on P6 or Asta * Understand project and contractual constraints within the construction industry. * Understand limitation of large construction sites. * Strong management and verbal communication skills. * Ideally having worked through the Construction industry To Apply, please click on the apply button or contact Chris Botham at Rain Consultancy Group directly. Please note that we anticipate to receive a high level of applicants so we are not always able to communicate the outcome to every candidate. If you do not receive a call from us within 48 hours then you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. All applications are treated confidentially we will not pass your CV on to a third party without your prior consent

Project Coordinator - Telecoms The Company My client is a specialist contracting business that install telecoms networks across the commercial, residential and industrial sectors. Due to continued growth my client is now looking to appoint a Project Coordinator to cover projects across the Midlands * End to end responsibility for coordination of customer delivery * Jeopardy management of job queues and queries * Daily Interface with customer, regular conference calls * Complete daily / weekly/ monthly reports * Receive and review daily work stack over Internal System. Management of planned start dates and completion dates on the internal system. * Input and manage streetworks * Act as an interface with the customer to provide timely and accurate updates * Monitor and update Internal customer systems * Raise and action from start to finish Streetworks Notices * Daily/Weekly reports * Attend Conference Calls/ Meetings * Manage all Noticing queues * Liaise with the field and management daily * Experience of proactive coordination & developing relationships with key stakeholders * Knowledge of telecommunication or civil engineering desirable * Able to communicate clearly and consistently * Customer service training desirable * Computer literate, MS Office as well as experience managing databases * Flexibility to undertake works outside core working hours * Able to work under pressure