Ardour Associates Ltd

Construction Manager Location: Bristol Job Type: Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week The Opportunity Our client is looking for an experienced Construction Manager to join its Specialist Bridges Inspection & Maintenance (SBIM) team, supporting the safe delivery of maintenance, renewals and improvement works across three of the UK's most iconic bridge structures: M48 Severn Bridge M4 Prince of Wales Bridge M5 Avonmouth Bridge Working on behalf of National Highways, the SBIM contract is responsible for maintaining these strategically important structures, ensuring they remain safe, resilient and operational for the millions of road users who rely on them every year. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role in delivering complex civil engineering and structural maintenance projects within a challenging live highway environment. You'll lead site operations, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and contractors, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to work at height and must be comfortable operating in safety-critical environments. The Role As Construction Manager, you will take responsibility for the planning, coordination and successful delivery of bridge maintenance and renewal works across the SBIM portfolio. Leading teams of Supervisors, Engineers, Operatives and Specialist Contractors, you'll ensure works are completed safely, on programme and within budget while maintaining the highest standards of quality and operational performance. Working closely with Project Managers, Designers, Commercial teams and National Highways, you will coordinate resources, manage site activities and proactively resolve engineering and operational challenges to minimise disruption to the strategic road network. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring excellent organisational skills, strong technical knowledge and the ability to make confident decisions within live operational environments. Key Responsibilities Lead the safe delivery of bridge maintenance, inspection support, renewal and improvement projects across the SBIM contract. Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations, company procedures and National Highways requirements. Develop, promote and maintain a positive safety culture across all site activities. Plan, programme and supervise construction activities to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget. Coordinate labour, plant, materials, specialist contractors and temporary works to maximise operational efficiency. Manage day-to-day site operations, resolving technical, operational and safety issues as they arise. Review construction methodologies, contractor RAMS and temporary works proposals to ensure safe implementation. Oversee lifting operations, working at height activities and specialist access arrangements. Ensure quality standards are maintained through inspections, site audits and compliance checks. Measure, value and record completed works, supporting commercial reporting and project cost control. Capture resource utilisation using digital management systems and provide accurate site reporting. Support estimating, planning and commercial teams with project forecasting and resource planning. Mentor Supervisors, Engineers, Apprentices and Trainees, supporting their professional development. Build strong relationships with National Highways, subcontractors and internal stakeholders. About You You'll be an experienced Construction Manager, Site Manager or Senior Supervisor with a strong background delivering highways, bridge or heavy civil engineering projects. You'll be confident managing multiple workstreams within live operational environments and leading teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to the highest professional standards. Essential Skills & Experience HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline. SMSTS (5 Day) or SSSTS (2 Day) qualification. Temporary Works Supervisor or Temporary Works Coordinator qualification. Experience managing construction projects within highways, bridges or heavy civil engineering. Strong understanding of CDM Regulations and Principal Contractor responsibilities. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary site teams, subcontractors and specialist contractors. Knowledge of lifting operations, working at height and complex construction activities. Ability to manage programmes, resources, quality, cost and site safety simultaneously. Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills. Competent in project planning, delivery and reporting. Personal Highway Safety (PHS) qualification. Full UK Driving Licence. Ardour Associates values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Bridge Manager Location: Bristol Job Type: Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week The Opportunity Our client is seeking an experienced and technically accomplished Bridge Manager to lead the management, maintenance, and long-term performance of one of the UK's most significant highway structures. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of the Avonmouth Bridge, a critical section of the M5 motorway network. Spanning approximately 1,388 metres across the River Avon, this major steel box-girder bridge carries in excess of 100,000 vehicles every day, making it one of the South West's most strategically important transport assets. As Bridge Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the technical, engineering and operational management of the structure, ensuring the bridge remains safe, compliant and available for the travelling public. You will lead multidisciplinary teams responsible for inspections, maintenance, renewals and improvement schemes, whilst acting as the primary interface with our client's stakeholders and delivery partners. This is a highly influential leadership role requiring strong engineering expertise, commercial awareness and the ability to coordinate complex operational activities within a live highway environment. The Role Reporting into the senior management team, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of all bridge inspection, maintenance and renewal activities, ensuring works are completed in accordance with contractual requirements, engineering standards and industry best practice. Working closely with project teams, designers, specialist contractors and the client, you will develop and deliver long-term asset management strategies that maximise the lifespan, resilience and performance of the bridge while delivering exceptional value for money. You will also provide visible leadership across operational teams, ensuring the highest standards of health, safety, quality and environmental performance are consistently achieved. Key Responsibilities Lead the overall engineering, operational and asset management of the Avonmouth Bridge. Manage specialist inspections, structural assessments, cyclic maintenance, reactive repairs and major renewal schemes. Provide technical leadership throughout the planning, design, construction and delivery of bridge maintenance and improvement projects. Act as the principal point of contact for the client, developing strong relationships and providing technical advice on asset performance and future investment. Coordinate bridge access, traffic management, specialist contractors and supply chain partners to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and with minimal disruption to road users. Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams including Engineers, Project Managers, Bridge Inspectors and operational delivery teams. Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, contractual obligations and all relevant statutory requirements. Oversee emergency response and incident management, ensuring rapid mobilisation and effective restoration of the network. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, productivity and value for money. Manage bridge-related assets, facilities, equipment and operational stock. Implement and maintain management systems in accordance with the Purple Book, bridge operational manuals and relevant maintenance standards. Ensure full compliance with ISO Management Systems. Monitor programme delivery, budgets, commercial performance, risk and resource utilisation across all workstreams. Promote a positive safety culture and ensure all activities are delivered in line with industry best practice. About You We're looking for a confident engineering leader with extensive experience managing complex bridge or major infrastructure assets within a highways or civil engineering environment. You'll be equally comfortable leading people, engaging with senior stakeholders and making critical engineering decisions within operational environments. Essential Skills & Experience Significant experience managing the maintenance, inspection and operational performance of large bridge or highway structures. Strong technical knowledge of structural engineering, bridge inspection and asset management principles. Demonstrable experience leading multidisciplinary engineering and operational teams. Proven experience delivering complex maintenance, renewal or infrastructure projects from inception through to completion. Strong understanding of NEC contracts and contract administration. Experience managing programmes, budgets, commercial performance, risk and operational delivery. Ability to coordinate multiple workstreams, specialist contractors and supply chain partners within live operational environments. Excellent stakeholder management skills with experience working alongside senior clients and delivery partners. Strong understanding of CDM Regulations and Principal Contractor responsibilities. Experience working in high-risk, safety-critical environments where operational resilience is essential. Commercial awareness with the ability to drive efficiencies and deliver value for money. Excellent communication, leadership and decision-making skills. Desirable Chartered Civil Engineer (MICE), Chartered Structural Engineer (MIStructE), or working towards Chartership. NEC4 Accredited Project Manager. Chartered Project Professional (APM), PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent. Ardour Associates values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Domestic Maintenance Plumber No Call-Out required About the role; One of our most esteemed clients are looking for a motivated domestic plumber to join a new program based in the Thames Valley area. With this being a new project, the right engineer will have an accelerated opportunity to move into the managerial position and build a team. This opportunity will not require any call out. You will be required to carry out general maintenance fixes in domestic properties across the Thames Valley area on the Thames Water contract. About our client; Our client is a well established organisation within the utilities and infrastructure division with a passion for working with local communities and aiding the challenges we face of a globalised economy and a changing climate - With this, making them an excellent employer to work with. What you will get with this opportunity; Full time Permanent role 37.5 Hour working week Van Fuel Card Tools Very competitive rates of pay Bonus Excellent progression opportunity Ideally we are looking for a plumber with; A level 2 plumbing qualification or above A full UK Driving License Domestic plumbing experience Good customer service skills Good communication skills If this sounds like something of interest then please apply within for some more information and to start your journey today. We look forward to hearing from you. Ardour Associates values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Assistant Quality Manager About the Role We have an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Quality Manager to join our team, supporting the delivery of high-quality works across a major highways maintenance contract. Working closely with the Quality Manager, you will play a key role in monitoring workmanship, carrying out site inspections, maintaining accurate quality records, and helping to drive continuous improvement across the contract. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with experience in highways, construction, or infrastructure who has a keen eye for detail and is passionate about delivering quality. The role will involve regular travel to site locations, working collaboratively with operational teams to ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with contractual and industry standards. What You'll Be Doing Carry out quality inspections on both completed and live works across the contract. Visit operational sites to ensure works are delivered in accordance with company, client, and contractual quality standards. Record inspection findings accurately using company systems and documentation. Capture photographic evidence and supporting information where required. Maintain and update quality records, inspection logs, and tracking spreadsheets. Produce clear inspection reports highlighting findings, observations, and recommended actions. Identify quality issues and escalate them to the Quality Manager where necessary. Monitor corrective actions and follow up to ensure issues are resolved effectively. Work closely with operational teams to promote best practice and drive continuous quality improvement. Attend quality meetings, site briefings, and project reviews as required. Ensure compliance with all company Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) procedures and policies. What We're Looking For Essential Previous experience working within highways, civil engineering, construction, or a similar infrastructure environment. Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify quality issues and ensure high standards are maintained. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently while building effective relationships with site teams. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable Previous experience carrying out site quality inspections or quality assurance activities. Knowledge of highway maintenance specifications and industry standards. Experience within a quality assurance, quality control, or auditing role. Understanding of continuous improvement processes and quality management systems. Relevant HSEQ or quality-related qualifications. Reporting To Quality Manager Ardour Associates values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.