There are plenty of senior construction roles where the next move means a bigger project - this one means a bigger remit and progression to board level! Mandala Group has been exclusively retained by a fast-growing UK main contractor to appoint the senior operational lead for its Education delivery portfolio. The business already has a significant track record with the Department for Education, has delivered through CF21 and has secured its position for the next generation of DfE work through CF25. They are looking for somebody capable of sitting above the individual Project Leads and taking an overarching view of the Education portfolio: multiple projects, multiple teams and overall responsibility for how those projects perform. Programme. Commercial. Design. Construction. Client. People. The Project Leads own their projects. You lead the portfolio. Why this is different This is an opportunity to join a contractor at a particularly exciting point in its growth. The business is challenging the traditional construction model by bringing design, off-site manufacturing and on-site delivery much closer together. Rather than treating manufacturing as an add-on to conventional construction, it forms part of how projects are designed, planned and delivered. For an experienced main contractor leader, that creates an interesting challenge: taking everything you know about delivering complex projects and applying it within a business continually looking for a better, faster and more integrated way of doing it. And this is not a newly created Education proposition looking for somebody to find it some work. There is an established DfE track record, live delivery, experienced teams beneath the role and a future pipeline. The appointment is about making sure that as the portfolio grows, the quality of operational leadership grows with it. The longer-term opportunity matters too The intention is for the person joining at this level to grow with the business, with a potential route towards Regional Director and ultimately Board-level responsibility as the organisation continues to expand. This is a business that wants to develop future leaders rather than simply recruit against today's vacancy. That philosophy is reflected in its wider approach to leadership development, succession and internal progression. Pasted markdown Who should be reading this? Someone who has spent their career actually delivering construction projects for a main contractor. You may be a Senior Contracts Manager, Operations Manager, Project Director, Construction Director or already operating at sector leadership level. What matters is that you can walk into a room with several Project Leads and quickly understand where every project really is. What's slipping? Where is the commercial exposure? What's holding design up? Which programme needs challenging? Where does the client need senior engagement? Which team needs support and which simply needs holding to account? And importantly, you know when to intervene without becoming the Project Manager yourself. Our search of the DfE contractor market has shown that this combination is relatively unusual. There are plenty of excellent individual Project Managers and plenty of people operating around frameworks, bids, pre-construction and design. We are looking specifically for the operational leader who can sit above several live construction projects and lead through the people delivering them. DfE experience matters This isn't a generic construction leadership appointment where Education happens to be one of the sectors. We want somebody who understands schools. Ideally, you will have significant experience delivering projects through the Department for Education and exposure to CF21, CF25 or previous DfE/ESFA frameworks. You should understand the particular demands of DfE delivery: the client environment, specifications, programme pressures, design requirements, handover expectations and the commercial and operational challenges that come with delivering multiple Education schemes. What you'll actually be responsible for The role leads and coordinates the project management and delivery teams across the sector, bringing together Project Management, Commercial, Design, off-site Production and on-site Operations. Your remit will include: overall delivery performance across multiple Education projects leadership, challenge and development of Project Leads and their teams programme, commercial, design and operational performance project, technical and commercial risk and opportunity senior client relationships project performance reviews and accountability resource planning across the portfolio collaboration between project teams and off-site manufacturing continuous improvement and lessons learned health, safety, quality and client satisfaction developing the people and leadership capability needed for future growth Ultimately, you will carry overall responsibility for delivery across the portfolio while the Project Leads beneath you remain accountable for their individual projects. The formal remit includes programme, gross margin, quality, safety, client satisfaction and the performance of the sector project management team. Package £105,000 £130,000 depending on experience. The wider package includes a car allowance, discretionary annual bonus with potential profit share upside, pension, 25 days' annual leave, private medical insurance, healthcare cash plan and 4x basic salary life assurance. For somebody who knows the DfE market, has proven they can deliver major Education projects and now wants responsibility beyond the boundary of a single site, this is an opportunity to take genuine ownership of a national portfolio and grow with a contractor whose ambitions extend considerably beyond where it is today. All conversations will be treated in complete confidence.
09/10/2026
Full time
There are plenty of senior construction roles where the next move means a bigger project - this one means a bigger remit and progression to board level! Mandala Group has been exclusively retained by a fast-growing UK main contractor to appoint the senior operational lead for its Education delivery portfolio. The business already has a significant track record with the Department for Education, has delivered through CF21 and has secured its position for the next generation of DfE work through CF25. They are looking for somebody capable of sitting above the individual Project Leads and taking an overarching view of the Education portfolio: multiple projects, multiple teams and overall responsibility for how those projects perform. Programme. Commercial. Design. Construction. Client. People. The Project Leads own their projects. You lead the portfolio. Why this is different This is an opportunity to join a contractor at a particularly exciting point in its growth. The business is challenging the traditional construction model by bringing design, off-site manufacturing and on-site delivery much closer together. Rather than treating manufacturing as an add-on to conventional construction, it forms part of how projects are designed, planned and delivered. For an experienced main contractor leader, that creates an interesting challenge: taking everything you know about delivering complex projects and applying it within a business continually looking for a better, faster and more integrated way of doing it. And this is not a newly created Education proposition looking for somebody to find it some work. There is an established DfE track record, live delivery, experienced teams beneath the role and a future pipeline. The appointment is about making sure that as the portfolio grows, the quality of operational leadership grows with it. The longer-term opportunity matters too The intention is for the person joining at this level to grow with the business, with a potential route towards Regional Director and ultimately Board-level responsibility as the organisation continues to expand. This is a business that wants to develop future leaders rather than simply recruit against today's vacancy. That philosophy is reflected in its wider approach to leadership development, succession and internal progression. Pasted markdown Who should be reading this? Someone who has spent their career actually delivering construction projects for a main contractor. You may be a Senior Contracts Manager, Operations Manager, Project Director, Construction Director or already operating at sector leadership level. What matters is that you can walk into a room with several Project Leads and quickly understand where every project really is. What's slipping? Where is the commercial exposure? What's holding design up? Which programme needs challenging? Where does the client need senior engagement? Which team needs support and which simply needs holding to account? And importantly, you know when to intervene without becoming the Project Manager yourself. Our search of the DfE contractor market has shown that this combination is relatively unusual. There are plenty of excellent individual Project Managers and plenty of people operating around frameworks, bids, pre-construction and design. We are looking specifically for the operational leader who can sit above several live construction projects and lead through the people delivering them. DfE experience matters This isn't a generic construction leadership appointment where Education happens to be one of the sectors. We want somebody who understands schools. Ideally, you will have significant experience delivering projects through the Department for Education and exposure to CF21, CF25 or previous DfE/ESFA frameworks. You should understand the particular demands of DfE delivery: the client environment, specifications, programme pressures, design requirements, handover expectations and the commercial and operational challenges that come with delivering multiple Education schemes. What you'll actually be responsible for The role leads and coordinates the project management and delivery teams across the sector, bringing together Project Management, Commercial, Design, off-site Production and on-site Operations. Your remit will include: overall delivery performance across multiple Education projects leadership, challenge and development of Project Leads and their teams programme, commercial, design and operational performance project, technical and commercial risk and opportunity senior client relationships project performance reviews and accountability resource planning across the portfolio collaboration between project teams and off-site manufacturing continuous improvement and lessons learned health, safety, quality and client satisfaction developing the people and leadership capability needed for future growth Ultimately, you will carry overall responsibility for delivery across the portfolio while the Project Leads beneath you remain accountable for their individual projects. The formal remit includes programme, gross margin, quality, safety, client satisfaction and the performance of the sector project management team. Package £105,000 £130,000 depending on experience. The wider package includes a car allowance, discretionary annual bonus with potential profit share upside, pension, 25 days' annual leave, private medical insurance, healthcare cash plan and 4x basic salary life assurance. For somebody who knows the DfE market, has proven they can deliver major Education projects and now wants responsibility beyond the boundary of a single site, this is an opportunity to take genuine ownership of a national portfolio and grow with a contractor whose ambitions extend considerably beyond where it is today. All conversations will be treated in complete confidence.
Design Manager Location: Borehamwood Spearheading the JRL Group from the outset J Reddington Ltd have been an industry leading groundwork and concrete (RC) frame specialist for over two decades. Building on a proven track record to date, the company is now increasingly being called upon to deliver solutions on larger projects in London and the South East providing the core to the business. J Reddington is the Civil and Structural direct delivery construction arm of the JRL group. We have an in house team, capable of the design and build of: piling, deep basements, drainage, civils and structural RC frames. We work both in the external market for key clients and for Midgard on internal self-delivered projects. Due to continued growth, we are recruiting a Design Manager. Role & Responsibilities: • Manage and coordinate the Design Team (both internal and external), the design development and design review process to enable the delivery of the civils and structural works, in accordance with the agreed DRM and IRS. • Work closely with the site delivery team to ensure the information provided is fit for purpose and suits our proposed construction methods. • Review the design information as it is developed, highlighting design issues and rectifying these with the design team, ahead of construction. This will require a good base knowledge of: Reinforced concrete design, steel to concrete connections, reinforcement detailing, façade interfaces, temporary works, piling and civils works and drainage. PT and Slipform knowledge preferable. • Manage and monitor design delivery against agreed deliverable dates, and report to SDM on performance issues • Be responsible for developing the design programme with consultants and planner for bids or projects. • Produce agree and manage, with all relevant parties, a realistic design programme and information required schedule to satisfy design, procurement and construction requirements. • Manage the design on site with where appropriate the assistance of other site based resource implementing the design management procedures to ensure the timely production of information. • Ensure that all design deliverables are reviewed to establish they are within budget, are fully coordinated and are buildable • Where nominated control design change process management. • Provide guidance to the project team on design related issues. • Identify design requirements for the bid from the clients brief • Develop and compile the design proposals for inclusion within the contractors documentation • Appoint the design team, agree schedules of responsibilities and fee agreements for services/design deliverables and resourcing requirements • Be based in Borehamwood, but able to visit projects on an ad hoc basis. Requirements: • Must have RC Framework & Groundworks experience within the residential & commercial sectors. • Construction Degree Qualified. • UK Experience. • SMSTS, 1st Aid & valid CSCS card. Benefits: • Competitive salary, with confidence of working for an established and growing company. • Company Pension Scheme. • Private Healthcare. • Opportunity for progression within the business. • An opportunity to work on some of the nation s most exciting Construction projects. • Dedicated Training & Development Department. • A stimulating & dynamic environment. • Newly refurbished Gym & Multi-purpose Studios in Head Office. • In-house barista. • Subsidised Cafeteria. • Team bonding events. • Sporting Events perfect for the keen cyclist/runner. With an ambitious strategy, we re poised for further growth and success, so if you re committed, talented and enthusiastic, the JRL Group is the right place for you.
08/10/2026
Full time
Design Manager Location: Borehamwood Spearheading the JRL Group from the outset J Reddington Ltd have been an industry leading groundwork and concrete (RC) frame specialist for over two decades. Building on a proven track record to date, the company is now increasingly being called upon to deliver solutions on larger projects in London and the South East providing the core to the business. J Reddington is the Civil and Structural direct delivery construction arm of the JRL group. We have an in house team, capable of the design and build of: piling, deep basements, drainage, civils and structural RC frames. We work both in the external market for key clients and for Midgard on internal self-delivered projects. Due to continued growth, we are recruiting a Design Manager. Role & Responsibilities: • Manage and coordinate the Design Team (both internal and external), the design development and design review process to enable the delivery of the civils and structural works, in accordance with the agreed DRM and IRS. • Work closely with the site delivery team to ensure the information provided is fit for purpose and suits our proposed construction methods. • Review the design information as it is developed, highlighting design issues and rectifying these with the design team, ahead of construction. This will require a good base knowledge of: Reinforced concrete design, steel to concrete connections, reinforcement detailing, façade interfaces, temporary works, piling and civils works and drainage. PT and Slipform knowledge preferable. • Manage and monitor design delivery against agreed deliverable dates, and report to SDM on performance issues • Be responsible for developing the design programme with consultants and planner for bids or projects. • Produce agree and manage, with all relevant parties, a realistic design programme and information required schedule to satisfy design, procurement and construction requirements. • Manage the design on site with where appropriate the assistance of other site based resource implementing the design management procedures to ensure the timely production of information. • Ensure that all design deliverables are reviewed to establish they are within budget, are fully coordinated and are buildable • Where nominated control design change process management. • Provide guidance to the project team on design related issues. • Identify design requirements for the bid from the clients brief • Develop and compile the design proposals for inclusion within the contractors documentation • Appoint the design team, agree schedules of responsibilities and fee agreements for services/design deliverables and resourcing requirements • Be based in Borehamwood, but able to visit projects on an ad hoc basis. Requirements: • Must have RC Framework & Groundworks experience within the residential & commercial sectors. • Construction Degree Qualified. • UK Experience. • SMSTS, 1st Aid & valid CSCS card. Benefits: • Competitive salary, with confidence of working for an established and growing company. • Company Pension Scheme. • Private Healthcare. • Opportunity for progression within the business. • An opportunity to work on some of the nation s most exciting Construction projects. • Dedicated Training & Development Department. • A stimulating & dynamic environment. • Newly refurbished Gym & Multi-purpose Studios in Head Office. • In-house barista. • Subsidised Cafeteria. • Team bonding events. • Sporting Events perfect for the keen cyclist/runner. With an ambitious strategy, we re poised for further growth and success, so if you re committed, talented and enthusiastic, the JRL Group is the right place for you.
Senior Bid Manager - Tier 1 Contractor - Civil Engineering - Remote Reporting to: Head of Bid Management As Senior Bid Manager, you will own a portfolio of opportunities from qualification through submission, clarification and post-tender review. You will establish the plan, define responsibilities, manage dependencies and keep operational, technical, commercial and senior stakeholders aligned to clear deadlines. The portfolio is deliberately varied, combining major framework procurements with a high volume of smaller in-framework opportunities. Success will depend on your ability to apply proportionate governance, maintain momentum across concurrent bids and ensure every input, review and final output is complete, coherent and submission-ready. We're a leading, Tier 1 UK contractor working in the water and civil engineering sectors, delivering projects that help improve everyday life. From building pipelines and upgrading pumping stations to maintaining reservoirs and drainage systems, we support cleaner water, stronger infrastructure and more reliable services for communities. Requirements The company are looking for an experienced, hands-on bid professional with the judgement and resilience to manage several opportunities at different stages. You will be accountable for the overall bid process and submission outcome, coordinating diverse contributors, setting expectations and following through on actions. Strong writing and editing skills remain important, but this is first and foremost an ownership role for someone who can create order from complex inputs, keep senior stakeholders engaged and deliver consistently against immovable deadlines. Proven experience managing and delivering bids for a main contractor. Direct UK water-sector bidding experience would be a significant advantage. Candidates without water-sector experience should bring relevant bidding experience from civil engineering, infrastructure or electrical and MEICA contracting. Strong experience controlling concurrent bids through clear programmes, deliverables matrices, action tracking, review schedules and disciplined progress reporting. Experience working as part of a pre-construction team and using informed questions to help operational, technical and commercial specialists develop credible methodologies covering sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the confidence to secure timely inputs, challenge missed commitments, resolve dependencies and escalate risks early. Commercial awareness and the ability to understand how pricing strategy, programme, contractual obligations, assumptions, exclusions, risk and opportunity influence both the proposed solution and the written submission. Strong Microsoft 365 skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint. APMP accreditation or a relevant bid/project management qualification would be advantageous. Direct UK water-sector bidding experience would be a major advantage. We will also consider strong candidates from civil engineering, infrastructure or electrical and MEICA contracting who can demonstrate relevant pre-construction experience and the ability to transfer their knowledge into water-sector solutions. You do not need to be a Quantity Surveyor, engineer or technical designer, but you do need enough commercial awareness and technical curiosity to test assumptions, understand how the proposed solution will be delivered and recognise where programme, cost, risk and contractual considerations affect the bid. You must also know when specialist judgement is required and bring the right people together to resolve an issue.
08/10/2026
Contract
Senior Bid Manager - Tier 1 Contractor - Civil Engineering - Remote Reporting to: Head of Bid Management As Senior Bid Manager, you will own a portfolio of opportunities from qualification through submission, clarification and post-tender review. You will establish the plan, define responsibilities, manage dependencies and keep operational, technical, commercial and senior stakeholders aligned to clear deadlines. The portfolio is deliberately varied, combining major framework procurements with a high volume of smaller in-framework opportunities. Success will depend on your ability to apply proportionate governance, maintain momentum across concurrent bids and ensure every input, review and final output is complete, coherent and submission-ready. We're a leading, Tier 1 UK contractor working in the water and civil engineering sectors, delivering projects that help improve everyday life. From building pipelines and upgrading pumping stations to maintaining reservoirs and drainage systems, we support cleaner water, stronger infrastructure and more reliable services for communities. Requirements The company are looking for an experienced, hands-on bid professional with the judgement and resilience to manage several opportunities at different stages. You will be accountable for the overall bid process and submission outcome, coordinating diverse contributors, setting expectations and following through on actions. Strong writing and editing skills remain important, but this is first and foremost an ownership role for someone who can create order from complex inputs, keep senior stakeholders engaged and deliver consistently against immovable deadlines. Proven experience managing and delivering bids for a main contractor. Direct UK water-sector bidding experience would be a significant advantage. Candidates without water-sector experience should bring relevant bidding experience from civil engineering, infrastructure or electrical and MEICA contracting. Strong experience controlling concurrent bids through clear programmes, deliverables matrices, action tracking, review schedules and disciplined progress reporting. Experience working as part of a pre-construction team and using informed questions to help operational, technical and commercial specialists develop credible methodologies covering sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the confidence to secure timely inputs, challenge missed commitments, resolve dependencies and escalate risks early. Commercial awareness and the ability to understand how pricing strategy, programme, contractual obligations, assumptions, exclusions, risk and opportunity influence both the proposed solution and the written submission. Strong Microsoft 365 skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint. APMP accreditation or a relevant bid/project management qualification would be advantageous. Direct UK water-sector bidding experience would be a major advantage. We will also consider strong candidates from civil engineering, infrastructure or electrical and MEICA contracting who can demonstrate relevant pre-construction experience and the ability to transfer their knowledge into water-sector solutions. You do not need to be a Quantity Surveyor, engineer or technical designer, but you do need enough commercial awareness and technical curiosity to test assumptions, understand how the proposed solution will be delivered and recognise where programme, cost, risk and contractual considerations affect the bid. You must also know when specialist judgement is required and bring the right people together to resolve an issue.
Job Title: Bid Writer - Public Sector & Social Housing Location: Peterborough Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About Us: Westone Housing Ltd is a leading property refurbishment, maintenance and adaptation contractor based in Peterborough. Working across the Insurance, Commercial and Public Sector markets, we deliver high-quality repair, refurbishment and maintenance services through our directly employed workforce and approved contractor network. Our Public Sector Department partners with Local Authorities, Housing Associations and Registered Providers to improve homes and communities through the delivery of property adaptations, planned maintenance, repairs, refurbishment and compliance programmes. Due to continued growth and an increasing volume of tender opportunities, we are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Bid Writer to join our expanding team. About the Role: As a Bid Writer, you will play a key role in supporting the continued growth of Westone Housing Ltd by producing high-quality, compelling and compliant tender submissions across our Public Sector, Housing, Commercial and Insurance sectors. Working closely with operational managers, commercial teams, HR, finance and senior leadership, you will coordinate, write and manage bid submissions that demonstrate our technical expertise, social value commitments, customer-focused approach and proven delivery capability. Typical opportunities include: Responsive repairs and maintenance contracts Property adaptation programmes Planned maintenance frameworks Void property refurbishment contracts Damp, mould and disrepair programmes Decarbonisation and retrofit projects Compliance and building safety contracts Housing Association and Local Authority frameworks Commercial refurbishment and maintenance contracts Key Responsibilities and Duties: Lead the preparation and submission of SQs, PQQs, ITTs and framework applications. Write high-quality, persuasive and tailored tender responses. Manage multiple bid opportunities and submission deadlines simultaneously. Coordinate contributions from operational, commercial and support teams. Maintain and improve the company bid library and case studies. Support framework registrations and procurement portal management. Research clients, competitors and market opportunities. About you: Qualifications and Experience: Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer or Bid Coordinator. Experience producing successful tenders within construction, property services, social housing, facilities management or a related sector. Strong understanding of public sector procurement processes. Excellent written communication and proofreading skills. Benefits: Competitive salary. Performance-related bonus scheme. Hybrid working opportunities following probation. Pension scheme. 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays. Career progression opportunities within a growing business. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Bid Writer; Proposal Writer; Tender Specialist; Construction Bid Manager; Grants Writer; Business Development Writer; Contract Specialist; Bidding Coordinator; Construction Proposal Coordinator; Social Housing Bid Writer may all be considered.
08/10/2026
Full time
Job Title: Bid Writer - Public Sector & Social Housing Location: Peterborough Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About Us: Westone Housing Ltd is a leading property refurbishment, maintenance and adaptation contractor based in Peterborough. Working across the Insurance, Commercial and Public Sector markets, we deliver high-quality repair, refurbishment and maintenance services through our directly employed workforce and approved contractor network. Our Public Sector Department partners with Local Authorities, Housing Associations and Registered Providers to improve homes and communities through the delivery of property adaptations, planned maintenance, repairs, refurbishment and compliance programmes. Due to continued growth and an increasing volume of tender opportunities, we are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Bid Writer to join our expanding team. About the Role: As a Bid Writer, you will play a key role in supporting the continued growth of Westone Housing Ltd by producing high-quality, compelling and compliant tender submissions across our Public Sector, Housing, Commercial and Insurance sectors. Working closely with operational managers, commercial teams, HR, finance and senior leadership, you will coordinate, write and manage bid submissions that demonstrate our technical expertise, social value commitments, customer-focused approach and proven delivery capability. Typical opportunities include: Responsive repairs and maintenance contracts Property adaptation programmes Planned maintenance frameworks Void property refurbishment contracts Damp, mould and disrepair programmes Decarbonisation and retrofit projects Compliance and building safety contracts Housing Association and Local Authority frameworks Commercial refurbishment and maintenance contracts Key Responsibilities and Duties: Lead the preparation and submission of SQs, PQQs, ITTs and framework applications. Write high-quality, persuasive and tailored tender responses. Manage multiple bid opportunities and submission deadlines simultaneously. Coordinate contributions from operational, commercial and support teams. Maintain and improve the company bid library and case studies. Support framework registrations and procurement portal management. Research clients, competitors and market opportunities. About you: Qualifications and Experience: Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer or Bid Coordinator. Experience producing successful tenders within construction, property services, social housing, facilities management or a related sector. Strong understanding of public sector procurement processes. Excellent written communication and proofreading skills. Benefits: Competitive salary. Performance-related bonus scheme. Hybrid working opportunities following probation. Pension scheme. 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays. Career progression opportunities within a growing business. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Bid Writer; Proposal Writer; Tender Specialist; Construction Bid Manager; Grants Writer; Business Development Writer; Contract Specialist; Bidding Coordinator; Construction Proposal Coordinator; Social Housing Bid Writer may all be considered.
Senior Bid Manager The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Bid Manager to join a leading engineering and infrastructure contractor operating within the utilities, civil engineering and infrastructure sectors. This is a pivotal role within a lean and collaborative pre-construction team, taking ownership of a diverse portfolio of opportunities ranging from major strategic framework procurements to smaller, fast-paced project tenders. The successful candidate will lead bids from qualification through to submission, clarification and post-tender review, ensuring every proposal is compelling, compliant and delivered to the highest standard. The role offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to influence work-winning strategy across a growing and ambitious organisation. Key Responsibilities Bid Leadership & Strategy Take ownership of opportunities from qualification through to submission and post-tender review. Develop bid strategies, governance plans and submission programmes appropriate to each opportunity. Produce deliverables schedules, responsibility matrices and bid plans. Facilitate kick-off, solution development and answer-planning workshops. Bid Management & Writing Manage multiple concurrent bids while maintaining quality and adherence to deadlines. Write, develop and edit high-quality submissions from first principles. Create persuasive, client-focused responses that clearly demonstrate value and differentiation. Stakeholder Management Build strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams and senior leadership groups. Lead workshops and interviews to extract key evidence, differentiators and project knowledge. Secure timely inputs and maintain accountability across contributors. Resolve dependencies and proactively manage risks to programme delivery. Coordinate external partners, supply-chain organisations and specialist contributors as required About You You will be an experienced bid professional with a proven track record of successfully managing complex opportunities within construction, infrastructure, utilities or engineering environments. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience managing bids for a main contractor. Strong bid-writing, editing and proofreading capability. Experience managing multiple live opportunities simultaneously. Excellent organisational and project management skills. Ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders positively and effectively. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of how risk, programme and pricing shape winning solutions. Desirable APMP accreditation or equivalent bid management qualification. Previous experience within the UK water sector. Experience delivering bids across utilities, civil engineering, infrastructure or MEICA environments. Knowledge of major framework procurement processes. What's on Offer Opportunity to play a key role in the growth and success of a leading infrastructure business. Exposure to major framework and strategic opportunities. Collaborative and supportive working environment. Career development opportunities within a growing work-winning function. Competitive salary and benefits package. This role would suit an experienced Senior Bid Manager, Bid Manager, Proposal Manager or Work Winning Manager looking to take ownership of high-profile infrastructure and utilities opportunities within a fast-paced pre-construction environment.
08/10/2026
Full time
Senior Bid Manager The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Bid Manager to join a leading engineering and infrastructure contractor operating within the utilities, civil engineering and infrastructure sectors. This is a pivotal role within a lean and collaborative pre-construction team, taking ownership of a diverse portfolio of opportunities ranging from major strategic framework procurements to smaller, fast-paced project tenders. The successful candidate will lead bids from qualification through to submission, clarification and post-tender review, ensuring every proposal is compelling, compliant and delivered to the highest standard. The role offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to influence work-winning strategy across a growing and ambitious organisation. Key Responsibilities Bid Leadership & Strategy Take ownership of opportunities from qualification through to submission and post-tender review. Develop bid strategies, governance plans and submission programmes appropriate to each opportunity. Produce deliverables schedules, responsibility matrices and bid plans. Facilitate kick-off, solution development and answer-planning workshops. Bid Management & Writing Manage multiple concurrent bids while maintaining quality and adherence to deadlines. Write, develop and edit high-quality submissions from first principles. Create persuasive, client-focused responses that clearly demonstrate value and differentiation. Stakeholder Management Build strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams and senior leadership groups. Lead workshops and interviews to extract key evidence, differentiators and project knowledge. Secure timely inputs and maintain accountability across contributors. Resolve dependencies and proactively manage risks to programme delivery. Coordinate external partners, supply-chain organisations and specialist contributors as required About You You will be an experienced bid professional with a proven track record of successfully managing complex opportunities within construction, infrastructure, utilities or engineering environments. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience managing bids for a main contractor. Strong bid-writing, editing and proofreading capability. Experience managing multiple live opportunities simultaneously. Excellent organisational and project management skills. Ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders positively and effectively. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of how risk, programme and pricing shape winning solutions. Desirable APMP accreditation or equivalent bid management qualification. Previous experience within the UK water sector. Experience delivering bids across utilities, civil engineering, infrastructure or MEICA environments. Knowledge of major framework procurement processes. What's on Offer Opportunity to play a key role in the growth and success of a leading infrastructure business. Exposure to major framework and strategic opportunities. Collaborative and supportive working environment. Career development opportunities within a growing work-winning function. Competitive salary and benefits package. This role would suit an experienced Senior Bid Manager, Bid Manager, Proposal Manager or Work Winning Manager looking to take ownership of high-profile infrastructure and utilities opportunities within a fast-paced pre-construction environment.
Senior Bid Manager Location : Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Mon-Fri, Hybrid (3 onsite, 2 WFH) Hours: 8am 5pm, 40hrs, 1hr lunch break Salary: £70k - £90k depending on candidate experience (+ car allowance) Role Purpose: The Senior Bid Manager will take full ownership of a varied portfolio of opportunities from qualification through submission, clarification and post tender review. The role will establish the bid plan, define responsibilities, manage dependencies and coordinate operational, technical, commercial and senior stakeholders against clear deadlines. Working within the companies lean pre-construction structure, the post holder will apply proportionate governance across major framework procurements and a high volume of smaller in-framework opportunities, maintain momentum across concurrent bids, resolve gaps and ensure every input, review and final output is complete, coherent, compliant and submission-ready. Role Responsibilities: Strategy/Planning: Take ownership from qualification onwards, agreeing the proportionate bid strategy, governance route and submission plan with the Head of Bid Management and opportunity leaders. Establish clear programmes, deliverables matrices, responsibilities, dependencies, review stages and decision points for each opportunity. Facilitate mobilisation, win-strategy and answer-planning workshops where appropriate, converting evaluation criteria and client requirements into practical response plans, evidence needs and stakeholder actions. Maintain senior oversight through disciplined progress reporting, early escalation of risks and clear recording of actions and decisions. Bid Management Writing: Lead and manage concurrent bids from qualification through submission, clarification and post tender review, remaining accountable for quality and timely delivery. Apply proportionate governance to a mixed portfolio, from major strategic framework procurements to fast-moving small and medium-sized in-framework opportunities. Set expectations, assign responsibilities, follow through on actions and challenge missed commitments so that inputs and decisions are secured to programme. Write, shape and edit high-quality responses from first principles, turning complex technical and commercial input into clear, persuasive, evaluator-focused narrative. For major frameworks, develop strategic, benefit-led qualitative responses that articulate the companies positioning, capability, governance and long-term value. For smaller in-framework opportunities, work at pace with operational and commercial teams to shape the proposed methodology, programme, resources, risk position and commercial strategy. Coordinate appropriate review stages and ensure all comments, gaps, contradictions and unsubstantiated commitments are resolved before submission. Edit contributions from bid writers and subject matter experts for consistency, accuracy, evidence, compliance and a single voice. Ensure every final submission is complete, coherent, compelling, professionally presented and delivered on time. Commercial and Technical Pre-Construction: Work as an integrated member of the pre-construction team, bridging bid, operational, technical and commercial inputs rather than acting only as a submission coordinator. Support operational teams to develop clear, credible and deliverable methodologies, using informed questioning to test sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. Work with commercial colleagues to understand the pricing strategy, contractual requirements, assumptions, exclusions, risk allowances and value opportunities that shape the offer. Ensure the technical narrative, programme, resourcing, commercial position and client commitments remain consistent throughout the submission. Identify gaps, contradictions or unsubstantiated commitments and bring the right operational, technical or commercial specialists together to resolve them. Contribute to solution-development discussions and challenge proposals constructively, while recognising when specialist commercial or technical judgement is required from the subject matter experts (SMEs) Stakeholder Engagement: - Build productive relationships across operational, technical, commercial, engineering, planning, design, SHEQ, ESG, finance and support functions, including direct engagement with Directors and senior decisionmakers. - Use focused interviews and workshops to draw out credible methodologies, evidence and differentiators from subject matter experts. - Secure timely inputs, challenge missed commitments, resolve dependencies and escalate risks early while keeping stakeholders aligned to immovable deadlines. - Coordinate partners, suppliers and external specialists where required and coach contributors to improve the quality and timeliness of their input. Systems, content and continuous improvement - Support the development and upkeep of the company s bid library and knowledge hub. - Capture reusable content, case studies, CVs, project evidence and lessons learned following each submission. - Improve templates, controls and reporting tools and support appropriate digital and AI-enabled working practices. - Contribute to performance reviews, lessons learned and initiatives that improve bid efficiency and win rates. Candidate Knowledge & Skills required: - Experienced, hands-on bid professional with the judgement and resilience to manage several opportunities at different stages. - Excellent written and verbal communicator with strong bid-writing, editing and proofreading judgement. - Highly organised and comfortable taking personal ownership of submission quality, actions and deadlines. - Confident influencing senior and multidisciplinary stakeholders, challenging missed commitments and escalating risks early. - Commercially aware and technically curious, able to test assumptions and understand how programme, pricing, contractual obligations, risk and delivery methodology influence the bid. - Comfortable creating order from complex inputs and operating across functional boundaries in a lean pre-construction environment. - Able to recognise when specialist judgement is required and bring the right people together to resolve an issue. - Collaborative, persuasive and willing to coach writers and contributors to improve their output. - Calm under pressure and flexible around working hours during critical submission periods when necessary. Candidate Experience Required: - Proven experience managing and delivering bids for a main contractor. Direct UK water-sector bidding experience is a significant advantage; otherwise, relevant experience should come from civil engineering, infrastructure or electrical/MEICA contracting. - Strong experience controlling concurrent bids through clear programmes, deliverables matrices, action tracking, review schedules and disciplined progress reporting. - Experience working as part of a pre-construction team and helping operational, technical and commercial specialists develop credible methodologies covering sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. - Demonstrable stakeholder-management and influencing experience, including securing inputs, challenging commitments, resolving dependencies and escalating risks under tight deadlines. Commercial awareness and a working understanding of how pricing strategy, programme, contractual obligations, assumptions, exclusions, risk and opportunity influence the proposed solution and written submission. - Strong experience writing responses from scratch, editing contributions and translating evaluation criteria and client requirements into compliant response strategies. - Experience leading both complex strategic or framework procurements and smaller, faster-paced project or in-framework opportunities. Candidate Qualifications: - High standard of written English, including persuasive writing, editing and proofreading. - Strong planning, organisation, stakeholder management and influencing skills. - Ability to interpret and connect commercial, technical and operational information without needing to be a qualified Quantity Surveyor or engineer. - Competence across Microsoft 365, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet immovable tender deadlines. - APMP accreditation or another relevant bid or project management qualification (desirable)
08/10/2026
Full time
Senior Bid Manager Location : Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Mon-Fri, Hybrid (3 onsite, 2 WFH) Hours: 8am 5pm, 40hrs, 1hr lunch break Salary: £70k - £90k depending on candidate experience (+ car allowance) Role Purpose: The Senior Bid Manager will take full ownership of a varied portfolio of opportunities from qualification through submission, clarification and post tender review. The role will establish the bid plan, define responsibilities, manage dependencies and coordinate operational, technical, commercial and senior stakeholders against clear deadlines. Working within the companies lean pre-construction structure, the post holder will apply proportionate governance across major framework procurements and a high volume of smaller in-framework opportunities, maintain momentum across concurrent bids, resolve gaps and ensure every input, review and final output is complete, coherent, compliant and submission-ready. Role Responsibilities: Strategy/Planning: Take ownership from qualification onwards, agreeing the proportionate bid strategy, governance route and submission plan with the Head of Bid Management and opportunity leaders. Establish clear programmes, deliverables matrices, responsibilities, dependencies, review stages and decision points for each opportunity. Facilitate mobilisation, win-strategy and answer-planning workshops where appropriate, converting evaluation criteria and client requirements into practical response plans, evidence needs and stakeholder actions. Maintain senior oversight through disciplined progress reporting, early escalation of risks and clear recording of actions and decisions. Bid Management Writing: Lead and manage concurrent bids from qualification through submission, clarification and post tender review, remaining accountable for quality and timely delivery. Apply proportionate governance to a mixed portfolio, from major strategic framework procurements to fast-moving small and medium-sized in-framework opportunities. Set expectations, assign responsibilities, follow through on actions and challenge missed commitments so that inputs and decisions are secured to programme. Write, shape and edit high-quality responses from first principles, turning complex technical and commercial input into clear, persuasive, evaluator-focused narrative. For major frameworks, develop strategic, benefit-led qualitative responses that articulate the companies positioning, capability, governance and long-term value. For smaller in-framework opportunities, work at pace with operational and commercial teams to shape the proposed methodology, programme, resources, risk position and commercial strategy. Coordinate appropriate review stages and ensure all comments, gaps, contradictions and unsubstantiated commitments are resolved before submission. Edit contributions from bid writers and subject matter experts for consistency, accuracy, evidence, compliance and a single voice. Ensure every final submission is complete, coherent, compelling, professionally presented and delivered on time. Commercial and Technical Pre-Construction: Work as an integrated member of the pre-construction team, bridging bid, operational, technical and commercial inputs rather than acting only as a submission coordinator. Support operational teams to develop clear, credible and deliverable methodologies, using informed questioning to test sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. Work with commercial colleagues to understand the pricing strategy, contractual requirements, assumptions, exclusions, risk allowances and value opportunities that shape the offer. Ensure the technical narrative, programme, resourcing, commercial position and client commitments remain consistent throughout the submission. Identify gaps, contradictions or unsubstantiated commitments and bring the right operational, technical or commercial specialists together to resolve them. Contribute to solution-development discussions and challenge proposals constructively, while recognising when specialist commercial or technical judgement is required from the subject matter experts (SMEs) Stakeholder Engagement: - Build productive relationships across operational, technical, commercial, engineering, planning, design, SHEQ, ESG, finance and support functions, including direct engagement with Directors and senior decisionmakers. - Use focused interviews and workshops to draw out credible methodologies, evidence and differentiators from subject matter experts. - Secure timely inputs, challenge missed commitments, resolve dependencies and escalate risks early while keeping stakeholders aligned to immovable deadlines. - Coordinate partners, suppliers and external specialists where required and coach contributors to improve the quality and timeliness of their input. Systems, content and continuous improvement - Support the development and upkeep of the company s bid library and knowledge hub. - Capture reusable content, case studies, CVs, project evidence and lessons learned following each submission. - Improve templates, controls and reporting tools and support appropriate digital and AI-enabled working practices. - Contribute to performance reviews, lessons learned and initiatives that improve bid efficiency and win rates. Candidate Knowledge & Skills required: - Experienced, hands-on bid professional with the judgement and resilience to manage several opportunities at different stages. - Excellent written and verbal communicator with strong bid-writing, editing and proofreading judgement. - Highly organised and comfortable taking personal ownership of submission quality, actions and deadlines. - Confident influencing senior and multidisciplinary stakeholders, challenging missed commitments and escalating risks early. - Commercially aware and technically curious, able to test assumptions and understand how programme, pricing, contractual obligations, risk and delivery methodology influence the bid. - Comfortable creating order from complex inputs and operating across functional boundaries in a lean pre-construction environment. - Able to recognise when specialist judgement is required and bring the right people together to resolve an issue. - Collaborative, persuasive and willing to coach writers and contributors to improve their output. - Calm under pressure and flexible around working hours during critical submission periods when necessary. Candidate Experience Required: - Proven experience managing and delivering bids for a main contractor. Direct UK water-sector bidding experience is a significant advantage; otherwise, relevant experience should come from civil engineering, infrastructure or electrical/MEICA contracting. - Strong experience controlling concurrent bids through clear programmes, deliverables matrices, action tracking, review schedules and disciplined progress reporting. - Experience working as part of a pre-construction team and helping operational, technical and commercial specialists develop credible methodologies covering sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. - Demonstrable stakeholder-management and influencing experience, including securing inputs, challenging commitments, resolving dependencies and escalating risks under tight deadlines. Commercial awareness and a working understanding of how pricing strategy, programme, contractual obligations, assumptions, exclusions, risk and opportunity influence the proposed solution and written submission. - Strong experience writing responses from scratch, editing contributions and translating evaluation criteria and client requirements into compliant response strategies. - Experience leading both complex strategic or framework procurements and smaller, faster-paced project or in-framework opportunities. Candidate Qualifications: - High standard of written English, including persuasive writing, editing and proofreading. - Strong planning, organisation, stakeholder management and influencing skills. - Ability to interpret and connect commercial, technical and operational information without needing to be a qualified Quantity Surveyor or engineer. - Competence across Microsoft 365, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet immovable tender deadlines. - APMP accreditation or another relevant bid or project management qualification (desirable)
Head of Bids - Property Services & Decarb / Retrofit North West Up to 90K + Bonus + Benefits We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit a Head of Bids to join their highly successful work winning team. This role will require an experienced bid leader who is comfortable with taking responsibility for large and strategically important bids, whilst also being able to line manage a team of Bid Managers and support staff. Leadership qualities are therefore a must as you will be responsible for shaping strategy to delivery of exceptional PQQ and ITT quality submissions. As the Head of Bids, you will be a talented individual capable of leading change and building a centre of excellence for bidding. You will be an influencer and will play a critical role in their future growth. Working in tandem with senior leadership you will provide strategic direction for business development, advising and influencing the targeting projects within a variety of sectors including: Construction / Framework Projects: Education, Public sector and Blue Light projects Social Housing Projects: Planned & Responsive Maintenance, Gas Breakdown, Servicing and Installation, Redecoration and Refurbishment Schemes. Energy Services Projects The main purpose of this role is to create compelling and tailored bid propositions and operational plans to position my client ahead of their competitors and exceed client expectations. Head of Bids Essential Experience Proven bid writing and tender management experience. Excellent writing skills with an eye for detail, creativity and quality. Leadership and project management experience. IT proficient in Word and Excel. Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal) with excellent interpersonal skills to lead a united team and fully engage with all employees. Professionally qualified, and/or a graduate Understanding of the social housing sector including responsive repairs, voids, planned and energy services. Ability and confidence to a make high-quality presentations to customers. Highly numerative with the ability to analyse data and translate it into bid strategy and operational meaning. Head of Bids Salary & Benefits: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believe the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the group's success. This is a key permanent role within the region and offers long term career progression along with an excellent basic salary and benefits package. Apply today or contact Dave on (phone number removed) for more info.
07/10/2026
Full time
Head of Bids - Property Services & Decarb / Retrofit North West Up to 90K + Bonus + Benefits We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit a Head of Bids to join their highly successful work winning team. This role will require an experienced bid leader who is comfortable with taking responsibility for large and strategically important bids, whilst also being able to line manage a team of Bid Managers and support staff. Leadership qualities are therefore a must as you will be responsible for shaping strategy to delivery of exceptional PQQ and ITT quality submissions. As the Head of Bids, you will be a talented individual capable of leading change and building a centre of excellence for bidding. You will be an influencer and will play a critical role in their future growth. Working in tandem with senior leadership you will provide strategic direction for business development, advising and influencing the targeting projects within a variety of sectors including: Construction / Framework Projects: Education, Public sector and Blue Light projects Social Housing Projects: Planned & Responsive Maintenance, Gas Breakdown, Servicing and Installation, Redecoration and Refurbishment Schemes. Energy Services Projects The main purpose of this role is to create compelling and tailored bid propositions and operational plans to position my client ahead of their competitors and exceed client expectations. Head of Bids Essential Experience Proven bid writing and tender management experience. Excellent writing skills with an eye for detail, creativity and quality. Leadership and project management experience. IT proficient in Word and Excel. Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal) with excellent interpersonal skills to lead a united team and fully engage with all employees. Professionally qualified, and/or a graduate Understanding of the social housing sector including responsive repairs, voids, planned and energy services. Ability and confidence to a make high-quality presentations to customers. Highly numerative with the ability to analyse data and translate it into bid strategy and operational meaning. Head of Bids Salary & Benefits: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believe the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the group's success. This is a key permanent role within the region and offers long term career progression along with an excellent basic salary and benefits package. Apply today or contact Dave on (phone number removed) for more info.
Position: Senior Contracts Manager (Operations) Location: Hertfordshire, UK (Hybrid Working) Benefits: Competitive Salary + Standard UK Benefits Profile: We're looking for an experienced and inspiring Senior Contracts Manager to lead the safe and successful delivery of major projects across our portfolio of power projects. This is an opportunity to influence projects that matter, lead high-performing teams and shape how we deliver essential infrastructure. As Senior Contracts Manager, you'll provide strategic leadership across a portfolio of major construction projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You'll play a key role in connecting with colleagues, supply partners and clients, providing assurance, insight and leadership throughout project delivery from a construction and buildability perspective. Reporting to the Construction Director, you'll lead teams of construction professionals and work closely with our supply chain partners to create a collaborative, high-performing delivery environment. This is a highly visible leadership role where you'll have the opportunity to influence decisions, drive continuous improvement and make a lasting impact on the success within the business. Roles & Responsibilities: Take ownership of construction activities across multiple new connections or infrastructure projects, from design development through to construction and final handover. Lead, manage, and mentor a team of Project Managers, including setting objectives, managing performance, and the creation of structured development pathways. Champion a culture of safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement. Build strong, collaborative relationships with supply chain partners and internal stakeholders. Build trusted relationships with our clients, resolve escalations and drive positive customer satisfaction Oversee subcontractor and supply chain performance, ensuring delivery quality, adherence to programme, commercial compliance and safety-first approach. Review of subcontract packages, supply chain appointments and consultant agreements. Maintain commercial governance, reporting and contract controls across a portfolio of projects. Protect gross margin, cash flow and entitlement through effective management of contract terms, change control and payment mechanisms. Lead the administration of construction contracts (NEC, JCT, FIDIC) across a portfolio of multi-million-pound projects, ensuring all contractual notices, early warning, compensation events, and change control processes are handled in accordance with contract timelines. Manage claims, extensions of time, and final account negotiations with clients and subcontractors. Ensure in-house engineering teams and supply partners adhere to JSM SHEQ procedures, the Distribution Safety Rules and CDM regulations. Define construction strategy for 11kV to 400kV projects, from design through to final commissioning, ensuring alignment with engineering policies & procedures. Interface with pre-construction, design, and commercial teams to ensure integrated delivery. Promote the sharing of knowledge, lessons learned and best practice across the Operations team. Carry out thorough pre-contract review and risk analysis on new tenders and framework appointments, flagging key commercial, programme and legal risks to legal team. Provide input into bids and tenders, ensuring construction methodologies and programmes support a competitive and commercially sound tender submission Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Ensure appropriate resource planning, structure, and capability are in place to meet business needs. Represent the business at client meetings, industry working groups and support trade exhibition events. Ideal Background: A degree level qualification in Engineering, Construction, Project Management or related discipline. Significant experience in senior contracts or commercial management role within utilities infrastructure, or regulated network operator environments. Strong commercial acumen with proven experience protecting margin and managing contractual risk across framework and project delivery models. In-depth understanding, and demonstrable practicable experience of managing construction contracts (NEC, JCT, FIDIC). Proven ability to lead negotiations and influence senior internal and external stakeholders. Experience in supporting tendering and work-winning activities. A strong commitment to health, safety and wellbeing. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and identify root causes. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and present confidently. Demonstrable track record of self-motivation and inspiring change in an evolving industry with increased utilization of technology. Flexible and pragmatic approach, able to work independently while also being a team player. A recognized professional project management qualification (APM, Prince2) IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS or similar qualifications Full UK driving License, and willingness to travel to site in the UK, as required. The Company: NES Fircroft are currently working on behalf of a global power technology business which have a presence in almost 100 countries. Leading innovation for over a century, they partake in offering products, solutions and services within the energy industry. Helping their customers, improve efficiency, optimize resources, and reduce emissions. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
07/10/2026
Full time
Position: Senior Contracts Manager (Operations) Location: Hertfordshire, UK (Hybrid Working) Benefits: Competitive Salary + Standard UK Benefits Profile: We're looking for an experienced and inspiring Senior Contracts Manager to lead the safe and successful delivery of major projects across our portfolio of power projects. This is an opportunity to influence projects that matter, lead high-performing teams and shape how we deliver essential infrastructure. As Senior Contracts Manager, you'll provide strategic leadership across a portfolio of major construction projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You'll play a key role in connecting with colleagues, supply partners and clients, providing assurance, insight and leadership throughout project delivery from a construction and buildability perspective. Reporting to the Construction Director, you'll lead teams of construction professionals and work closely with our supply chain partners to create a collaborative, high-performing delivery environment. This is a highly visible leadership role where you'll have the opportunity to influence decisions, drive continuous improvement and make a lasting impact on the success within the business. Roles & Responsibilities: Take ownership of construction activities across multiple new connections or infrastructure projects, from design development through to construction and final handover. Lead, manage, and mentor a team of Project Managers, including setting objectives, managing performance, and the creation of structured development pathways. Champion a culture of safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement. Build strong, collaborative relationships with supply chain partners and internal stakeholders. Build trusted relationships with our clients, resolve escalations and drive positive customer satisfaction Oversee subcontractor and supply chain performance, ensuring delivery quality, adherence to programme, commercial compliance and safety-first approach. Review of subcontract packages, supply chain appointments and consultant agreements. Maintain commercial governance, reporting and contract controls across a portfolio of projects. Protect gross margin, cash flow and entitlement through effective management of contract terms, change control and payment mechanisms. Lead the administration of construction contracts (NEC, JCT, FIDIC) across a portfolio of multi-million-pound projects, ensuring all contractual notices, early warning, compensation events, and change control processes are handled in accordance with contract timelines. Manage claims, extensions of time, and final account negotiations with clients and subcontractors. Ensure in-house engineering teams and supply partners adhere to JSM SHEQ procedures, the Distribution Safety Rules and CDM regulations. Define construction strategy for 11kV to 400kV projects, from design through to final commissioning, ensuring alignment with engineering policies & procedures. Interface with pre-construction, design, and commercial teams to ensure integrated delivery. Promote the sharing of knowledge, lessons learned and best practice across the Operations team. Carry out thorough pre-contract review and risk analysis on new tenders and framework appointments, flagging key commercial, programme and legal risks to legal team. Provide input into bids and tenders, ensuring construction methodologies and programmes support a competitive and commercially sound tender submission Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Ensure appropriate resource planning, structure, and capability are in place to meet business needs. Represent the business at client meetings, industry working groups and support trade exhibition events. Ideal Background: A degree level qualification in Engineering, Construction, Project Management or related discipline. Significant experience in senior contracts or commercial management role within utilities infrastructure, or regulated network operator environments. Strong commercial acumen with proven experience protecting margin and managing contractual risk across framework and project delivery models. In-depth understanding, and demonstrable practicable experience of managing construction contracts (NEC, JCT, FIDIC). Proven ability to lead negotiations and influence senior internal and external stakeholders. Experience in supporting tendering and work-winning activities. A strong commitment to health, safety and wellbeing. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and identify root causes. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and present confidently. Demonstrable track record of self-motivation and inspiring change in an evolving industry with increased utilization of technology. Flexible and pragmatic approach, able to work independently while also being a team player. A recognized professional project management qualification (APM, Prince2) IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS or similar qualifications Full UK driving License, and willingness to travel to site in the UK, as required. The Company: NES Fircroft are currently working on behalf of a global power technology business which have a presence in almost 100 countries. Leading innovation for over a century, they partake in offering products, solutions and services within the energy industry. Helping their customers, improve efficiency, optimize resources, and reduce emissions. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Mechanical Estimator Role Overview As the Mechanical Estimator you are responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and commercially robust mechanical tender packages for building services, design-and-build, and installation projects across the South West The company A successful and respectable MEP contractor operating across the South West. Huge pipeline of secured work whilst sitting on a number of framework contracts, giving longevity of work for the foreseeable. A large privately owned firm who support staff to success with training and progression opportunities! Key Responsibilities Tender Preparation & Pricing: Review client enquiries, architectural/MEP drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to formulate prime cost estimates. Take-offs & Build-ups: Complete detailed material and labour take-offs for mechanical services (including HVAC, low-temperature hot water heating, chilled water, domestic water, and public health systems). Supply Chain Engagement: Issue enquiries to equipment suppliers and mechanical subcontractors, analysing quotations for technical compliance and commercial value. Value Engineering: Identify alternative design proposals, material savings, and efficiency options to improve competitiveness while protecting project margins. Risk & Contract Review: Assess project risks, review commercial terms (such as NEC or JCT contract forms), and contribute to tender risk registers. Stakeholder Collaboration: Liaise internally with design managers, project engineers, and operations teams, and attend client or tender settlement meetings. Handover Support: Manage the smooth commercial and technical handover of successful bids to the operational and delivery teams. Requirements & Qualifications Experience: Proven track record working as a Mechanical Estimator or in a similar mechanical pre-construction role within the M&E building services sector. Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, ductwork, pipework, plant installations, and relevant building regulations. Software Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and dedicated M&E estimating or digital take-off software. Commercial Awareness: Strong numerical, analytical, and negotiation skills with great attention to detail. I am also eager to hear from assistant estimators, or candidates with transferable commercial skills. The client is able to provide, training and support to such individuals. What's on offer A competitive salary, car allowance, pension, holiday plus more. Training, support, and progression!
07/10/2026
Full time
Mechanical Estimator Role Overview As the Mechanical Estimator you are responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and commercially robust mechanical tender packages for building services, design-and-build, and installation projects across the South West The company A successful and respectable MEP contractor operating across the South West. Huge pipeline of secured work whilst sitting on a number of framework contracts, giving longevity of work for the foreseeable. A large privately owned firm who support staff to success with training and progression opportunities! Key Responsibilities Tender Preparation & Pricing: Review client enquiries, architectural/MEP drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to formulate prime cost estimates. Take-offs & Build-ups: Complete detailed material and labour take-offs for mechanical services (including HVAC, low-temperature hot water heating, chilled water, domestic water, and public health systems). Supply Chain Engagement: Issue enquiries to equipment suppliers and mechanical subcontractors, analysing quotations for technical compliance and commercial value. Value Engineering: Identify alternative design proposals, material savings, and efficiency options to improve competitiveness while protecting project margins. Risk & Contract Review: Assess project risks, review commercial terms (such as NEC or JCT contract forms), and contribute to tender risk registers. Stakeholder Collaboration: Liaise internally with design managers, project engineers, and operations teams, and attend client or tender settlement meetings. Handover Support: Manage the smooth commercial and technical handover of successful bids to the operational and delivery teams. Requirements & Qualifications Experience: Proven track record working as a Mechanical Estimator or in a similar mechanical pre-construction role within the M&E building services sector. Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, ductwork, pipework, plant installations, and relevant building regulations. Software Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and dedicated M&E estimating or digital take-off software. Commercial Awareness: Strong numerical, analytical, and negotiation skills with great attention to detail. I am also eager to hear from assistant estimators, or candidates with transferable commercial skills. The client is able to provide, training and support to such individuals. What's on offer A competitive salary, car allowance, pension, holiday plus more. Training, support, and progression!
A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in London is looking for an experienced Associate Project Manager to join their growing infrastructure team. The Associate Project Manager will play a key role in the delivery of major and complex infrastructure programmes, with a particular focus on Water and Environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an Associate Project Manager who wants to combine project leadership, client development and team management within a well-established consultancy. The successful Associate Project Manager will work across major programmes and frameworks, leading multidisciplinary teams while developing strategic client relationships. The Associate Project Manager will also support business growth, major bids and account development, making this a strong opportunity for an Associate Project Manager looking to take on broader leadership responsibility and contribute to the continued growth of the infrastructure offering. The Associate Project Manager's role The Associate Project Manager will lead the successful delivery of complex infrastructure commissions and frameworks, ensuring projects meet client, commercial and programme objectives. Responsibilities will include managing senior client relationships, overseeing project governance, risk and controls, leading multidisciplinary teams, monitoring commercial performance, supporting major bids and tenders, and identifying opportunities to grow key client accounts. The role will also involve mentoring and developing Project Management staff, contributing to recruitment and helping shape the wider infrastructure strategy. You must have prior construction consultancy experience to be considered for this role. The Associate Project Manager The successful candidate will have: 10+ years' experience delivering complex infrastructure projects and programmes Strong experience within the Water and Environment sector A degree in Engineering, Project Management, Environmental Management or a related discipline Experience leading major programmes, frameworks and multidisciplinary teams Strong commercial awareness, including fee management and forecasting Experience with NEC3 and NEC4 contracts APM PMQ, PRINCE2 or an equivalent Project Management qualification Chartered status such as ChPP, MRICS, MICE, CEng or equivalent Strong client relationship, leadership and line management experience Experience supporting business development and account growth In Return? £80,000 - £90,000 Senior leadership responsibility across major infrastructure programmes Exposure to high-profile Water and Environment projects Opportunity to grow strategic client accounts Involvement in bids, recruitment and business strategy Clear route for continued progression London-based position within a major multidisciplinary consultancy Associate Project Manager Infrastructure Project Manager Water Environment NEC4 London
07/10/2026
Full time
A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in London is looking for an experienced Associate Project Manager to join their growing infrastructure team. The Associate Project Manager will play a key role in the delivery of major and complex infrastructure programmes, with a particular focus on Water and Environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an Associate Project Manager who wants to combine project leadership, client development and team management within a well-established consultancy. The successful Associate Project Manager will work across major programmes and frameworks, leading multidisciplinary teams while developing strategic client relationships. The Associate Project Manager will also support business growth, major bids and account development, making this a strong opportunity for an Associate Project Manager looking to take on broader leadership responsibility and contribute to the continued growth of the infrastructure offering. The Associate Project Manager's role The Associate Project Manager will lead the successful delivery of complex infrastructure commissions and frameworks, ensuring projects meet client, commercial and programme objectives. Responsibilities will include managing senior client relationships, overseeing project governance, risk and controls, leading multidisciplinary teams, monitoring commercial performance, supporting major bids and tenders, and identifying opportunities to grow key client accounts. The role will also involve mentoring and developing Project Management staff, contributing to recruitment and helping shape the wider infrastructure strategy. You must have prior construction consultancy experience to be considered for this role. The Associate Project Manager The successful candidate will have: 10+ years' experience delivering complex infrastructure projects and programmes Strong experience within the Water and Environment sector A degree in Engineering, Project Management, Environmental Management or a related discipline Experience leading major programmes, frameworks and multidisciplinary teams Strong commercial awareness, including fee management and forecasting Experience with NEC3 and NEC4 contracts APM PMQ, PRINCE2 or an equivalent Project Management qualification Chartered status such as ChPP, MRICS, MICE, CEng or equivalent Strong client relationship, leadership and line management experience Experience supporting business development and account growth In Return? £80,000 - £90,000 Senior leadership responsibility across major infrastructure programmes Exposure to high-profile Water and Environment projects Opportunity to grow strategic client accounts Involvement in bids, recruitment and business strategy Clear route for continued progression London-based position within a major multidisciplinary consultancy Associate Project Manager Infrastructure Project Manager Water Environment NEC4 London
Mechanical Estimator Role Overview As the Mechanical Estimator you are responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and commercially robust mechanical tender packages for building services, design-and-build, and installation projects across the South West The company A successful and respectable MEP contractor operating across the South West. Huge pipeline of secured work whilst sitting on a number of framework contracts, giving longevity of work for the foreseeable. A large privately owned firm who support staff to success with training and progression opportunities! Key Responsibilities Tender Preparation & Pricing: Review client enquiries, architectural/MEP drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to formulate prime cost estimates. Take-offs & Build-ups: Complete detailed material and labour take-offs for mechanical services (including HVAC, low-temperature hot water heating, chilled water, domestic water, and public health systems). Supply Chain Engagement: Issue enquiries to equipment suppliers and mechanical subcontractors, analysing quotations for technical compliance and commercial value. Value Engineering: Identify alternative design proposals, material savings, and efficiency options to improve competitiveness while protecting project margins. Risk & Contract Review: Assess project risks, review commercial terms (such as NEC or JCT contract forms), and contribute to tender risk registers. Stakeholder Collaboration: Liaise internally with design managers, project engineers, and operations teams, and attend client or tender settlement meetings. Handover Support: Manage the smooth commercial and technical handover of successful bids to the operational and delivery teams. Requirements & Qualifications Experience: Proven track record working as a Mechanical Estimator or in a similar mechanical pre-construction role within the M&E building services sector. Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, ductwork, pipework, plant installations, and relevant building regulations. Software Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and dedicated M&E estimating or digital take-off software. Commercial Awareness: Strong numerical, analytical, and negotiation skills with great attention to detail. I am also eager to hear from assistant estimators, or candidates with transferable commercial skills. The client is able to provide, training and support to such individuals. What's on offer A competitive salary, car allowance, pension, holiday plus more. Training, support, and progression!
07/10/2026
Full time
Mechanical Estimator Role Overview As the Mechanical Estimator you are responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and commercially robust mechanical tender packages for building services, design-and-build, and installation projects across the South West The company A successful and respectable MEP contractor operating across the South West. Huge pipeline of secured work whilst sitting on a number of framework contracts, giving longevity of work for the foreseeable. A large privately owned firm who support staff to success with training and progression opportunities! Key Responsibilities Tender Preparation & Pricing: Review client enquiries, architectural/MEP drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to formulate prime cost estimates. Take-offs & Build-ups: Complete detailed material and labour take-offs for mechanical services (including HVAC, low-temperature hot water heating, chilled water, domestic water, and public health systems). Supply Chain Engagement: Issue enquiries to equipment suppliers and mechanical subcontractors, analysing quotations for technical compliance and commercial value. Value Engineering: Identify alternative design proposals, material savings, and efficiency options to improve competitiveness while protecting project margins. Risk & Contract Review: Assess project risks, review commercial terms (such as NEC or JCT contract forms), and contribute to tender risk registers. Stakeholder Collaboration: Liaise internally with design managers, project engineers, and operations teams, and attend client or tender settlement meetings. Handover Support: Manage the smooth commercial and technical handover of successful bids to the operational and delivery teams. Requirements & Qualifications Experience: Proven track record working as a Mechanical Estimator or in a similar mechanical pre-construction role within the M&E building services sector. Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, ductwork, pipework, plant installations, and relevant building regulations. Software Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and dedicated M&E estimating or digital take-off software. Commercial Awareness: Strong numerical, analytical, and negotiation skills with great attention to detail. I am also eager to hear from assistant estimators, or candidates with transferable commercial skills. The client is able to provide, training and support to such individuals. What's on offer A competitive salary, car allowance, pension, holiday plus more. Training, support, and progression!
Head of Bids - Property Services & Decarb / Retrofit North West Up to £90K + Bonus + Benefits We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit a Head of Bids to join their highly successful work winning team. This role will require an experienced bid leader who is comfortable with taking responsibility for large and strategically important bids, whilst also being able to line manage a team of Bid Managers and support staff. Leadership qualities are therefore a must as you will be responsible for shaping strategy to delivery of exceptional PQQ and ITT quality submissions. As the Head of Bids, you will be a talented individual capable of leading change and building a centre of excellence for bidding. You will be an influencer and will play a critical role in their future growth. Working in tandem with senior leadership you will provide strategic direction for business development, advising and influencing the targeting projects within a variety of sectors including: Construction / Framework Projects: Education, Public sector and Blue Light projects Social Housing Projects: Planned & Responsive Maintenance, Gas Breakdown, Servicing and Installation, Redecoration and Refurbishment Schemes. Energy Services Projects The main purpose of this role is to create compelling and tailored bid propositions and operational plans to position my client ahead of their competitors and exceed client expectations. Head of Bids Essential Experience Proven bid writing and tender management experience. Excellent writing skills with an eye for detail, creativity and quality. Leadership and project management experience. IT proficient in Word and Excel. Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal) with excellent interpersonal skills to lead a united team and fully engage with all employees. Professionally qualified, and/or a graduate Understanding of the social housing sector including responsive repairs, voids, planned and energy services. Ability and confidence to a make high-quality presentations to customers. Highly numerative with the ability to analyse data and translate it into bid strategy and operational meaning. Head of Bids Salary & Benefits: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believe the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the group's success. This is a key permanent role within the region and offers long term career progression along with an excellent basic salary and benefits package. Apply today or contact Dave on for more info.
07/10/2026
Full time
Head of Bids - Property Services & Decarb / Retrofit North West Up to £90K + Bonus + Benefits We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit a Head of Bids to join their highly successful work winning team. This role will require an experienced bid leader who is comfortable with taking responsibility for large and strategically important bids, whilst also being able to line manage a team of Bid Managers and support staff. Leadership qualities are therefore a must as you will be responsible for shaping strategy to delivery of exceptional PQQ and ITT quality submissions. As the Head of Bids, you will be a talented individual capable of leading change and building a centre of excellence for bidding. You will be an influencer and will play a critical role in their future growth. Working in tandem with senior leadership you will provide strategic direction for business development, advising and influencing the targeting projects within a variety of sectors including: Construction / Framework Projects: Education, Public sector and Blue Light projects Social Housing Projects: Planned & Responsive Maintenance, Gas Breakdown, Servicing and Installation, Redecoration and Refurbishment Schemes. Energy Services Projects The main purpose of this role is to create compelling and tailored bid propositions and operational plans to position my client ahead of their competitors and exceed client expectations. Head of Bids Essential Experience Proven bid writing and tender management experience. Excellent writing skills with an eye for detail, creativity and quality. Leadership and project management experience. IT proficient in Word and Excel. Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal) with excellent interpersonal skills to lead a united team and fully engage with all employees. Professionally qualified, and/or a graduate Understanding of the social housing sector including responsive repairs, voids, planned and energy services. Ability and confidence to a make high-quality presentations to customers. Highly numerative with the ability to analyse data and translate it into bid strategy and operational meaning. Head of Bids Salary & Benefits: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believe the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the group's success. This is a key permanent role within the region and offers long term career progression along with an excellent basic salary and benefits package. Apply today or contact Dave on for more info.
An opportunity to make your mark in a growing business Are you a Quantity Surveyor with estimating experience, or an Estimator with strong commercial/QS experience, looking for a role with more variety, responsibility and progression? This is an opportunity to join an established, family-run building contractor with many years trading history, an excellent reputation across the East Midlands and an exciting pipeline of new work. The business is growing, winning more contracts and expanding into larger premises. As a result, they are looking for an experienced commercial professional who wants to get stuck in, take ownership and grow with the business. The Role This is a genuine 50/50 QS and Estimating role, although the balance will flex with workload. You'll be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from tendering and estimating through to procurement, commercial management and final accounts, working on projects typically ranging from 25k to 4m. Experience will extend to CVRs, project forecasting and cash flow projections. Projects include refurbishment, fit-out, alteration, maintenance and new build, across public and private-sector clients. Key responsibilities Prepare detailed estimates, tender build-ups and pricing submissions. Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Obtain, analyse and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations. Ability to identify and manage contractual, financial and project risks, scope gaps, exclusions and commercial opportunities. Support tender negotiations, value engineering and public-sector bids. Manage project costs, valuations, variations, forecasting and final accounts. Manage subcontractor packages and commercial negotiations. Procurement of subcontractor and supplier packages. Produce cost-value reconciliations and commercial reports. Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers. Work closely with Contracts Managers and senior management to manage commercial risks and maximise opportunities. About you We're looking for an experienced, commercially minded and hands-on construction professional who can operate with a high degree of autonomy and take ownership of both estimating and commercial management, someone who is comfortable working in an SME environment where everyone gets involved. You'll ideally have: Experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Estimator or QS/Estimator within a main contractor. Strong estimating/tendering and commercial management experience including post-tender clarifications and negotiations Experience across refurbishment, fit-out, maintenance, alteration and/or new build. Experience with projects broadly within the 25k- 4m range. Strong knowledge of procurement, valuations, variations, cost control, forecasting and final accounts. Experience managing subcontractor packages and supply-chain relationships. Confidence using commercial, estimating and project management systems. Excellent communication and organisational skills. A full UK driving licence. Public-sector experience is important Experience working with NHS, healthcare, local authority, education, police, fire or other blue-light/public-sector clients would be highly advantageous. An understanding of public-sector procurement, frameworks, tenders and SQ/PQQ processes would be particularly useful. This role is unlikely to suit someone whose experience is purely residential. Why join? This is a business where your contribution will be visible. You'll join a committed, long-standing team within an established company, while also having the opportunity to play a key role in its next stage of growth. You'll have: Genuine responsibility and autonomy. Exposure to both estimating and commercial management. Direct involvement with senior management. The opportunity to influence project profitability and new contract wins. A supportive, non-corporate working environment. Genuine progression opportunities, including the potential to develop into senior commercial management roles. The opportunity to grow alongside a business that is actively expanding. The person We're looking for someone who is ambitious, resilient, results-oriented and commercially sharp, but equally a team player who isn't afraid to roll their sleeves up. If you're looking for more responsibility, more variety and a genuine opportunity to progress, we'd like to hear from you. The company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably skilled and qualified candidates. Barker Ross Group 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. 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.
06/10/2026
Full time
An opportunity to make your mark in a growing business Are you a Quantity Surveyor with estimating experience, or an Estimator with strong commercial/QS experience, looking for a role with more variety, responsibility and progression? This is an opportunity to join an established, family-run building contractor with many years trading history, an excellent reputation across the East Midlands and an exciting pipeline of new work. The business is growing, winning more contracts and expanding into larger premises. As a result, they are looking for an experienced commercial professional who wants to get stuck in, take ownership and grow with the business. The Role This is a genuine 50/50 QS and Estimating role, although the balance will flex with workload. You'll be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from tendering and estimating through to procurement, commercial management and final accounts, working on projects typically ranging from 25k to 4m. Experience will extend to CVRs, project forecasting and cash flow projections. Projects include refurbishment, fit-out, alteration, maintenance and new build, across public and private-sector clients. Key responsibilities Prepare detailed estimates, tender build-ups and pricing submissions. Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Obtain, analyse and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations. Ability to identify and manage contractual, financial and project risks, scope gaps, exclusions and commercial opportunities. Support tender negotiations, value engineering and public-sector bids. Manage project costs, valuations, variations, forecasting and final accounts. Manage subcontractor packages and commercial negotiations. Procurement of subcontractor and supplier packages. Produce cost-value reconciliations and commercial reports. Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers. Work closely with Contracts Managers and senior management to manage commercial risks and maximise opportunities. About you We're looking for an experienced, commercially minded and hands-on construction professional who can operate with a high degree of autonomy and take ownership of both estimating and commercial management, someone who is comfortable working in an SME environment where everyone gets involved. You'll ideally have: Experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Estimator or QS/Estimator within a main contractor. Strong estimating/tendering and commercial management experience including post-tender clarifications and negotiations Experience across refurbishment, fit-out, maintenance, alteration and/or new build. Experience with projects broadly within the 25k- 4m range. Strong knowledge of procurement, valuations, variations, cost control, forecasting and final accounts. Experience managing subcontractor packages and supply-chain relationships. Confidence using commercial, estimating and project management systems. Excellent communication and organisational skills. A full UK driving licence. Public-sector experience is important Experience working with NHS, healthcare, local authority, education, police, fire or other blue-light/public-sector clients would be highly advantageous. An understanding of public-sector procurement, frameworks, tenders and SQ/PQQ processes would be particularly useful. This role is unlikely to suit someone whose experience is purely residential. Why join? This is a business where your contribution will be visible. You'll join a committed, long-standing team within an established company, while also having the opportunity to play a key role in its next stage of growth. You'll have: Genuine responsibility and autonomy. Exposure to both estimating and commercial management. Direct involvement with senior management. The opportunity to influence project profitability and new contract wins. A supportive, non-corporate working environment. Genuine progression opportunities, including the potential to develop into senior commercial management roles. The opportunity to grow alongside a business that is actively expanding. The person We're looking for someone who is ambitious, resilient, results-oriented and commercially sharp, but equally a team player who isn't afraid to roll their sleeves up. If you're looking for more responsibility, more variety and a genuine opportunity to progress, we'd like to hear from you. The company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably skilled and qualified candidates. Barker Ross Group 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. 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.
An opportunity to make your mark in a growing business Are you a Quantity Surveyor with estimating experience , or an Estimator with strong commercial/QS experience , looking for a role with more variety, responsibility and progression? This is an opportunity to join an established, family-run building contractor with many years trading history, an excellent reputation across the East Midlands and an exciting pipeline of new work. The business is growing, winning more contracts and expanding into larger premises. As a result, they are looking for an experienced commercial professional who wants to get stuck in, take ownership and grow with the business . The Role This is a genuine 50/50 QS and Estimating role , although the balance will flex with workload. You'll be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from tendering and estimating through to procurement, commercial management and final accounts , working on projects typically ranging from 25k to 4m . Experience will extend to CVRs, project forecasting and cash flow projections. Projects include refurbishment, fit-out, alteration, maintenance and new build , across public and private-sector clients. Key responsibilities Prepare detailed estimates, tender build-ups and pricing submissions. Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Obtain, analyse and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations. Ability to identify and manage contractual, financial and project risks, scope gaps, exclusions and commercial opportunities. Support tender negotiations, value engineering and public-sector bids. Manage project costs, valuations, variations, forecasting and final accounts. Manage subcontractor packages and commercial negotiations. Procurement of subcontractor and supplier packages. Produce cost-value reconciliations and commercial reports. Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers. Work closely with Contracts Managers and senior management to manage commercial risks and maximise opportunities. About you We're looking for an experienced, commercially minded and hands-on construction professional who can operate with a high degree of autonomy and take ownership of both estimating and commercial management, someone who is comfortable working in an SME environment where everyone gets involved. You'll ideally have: Experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Estimator or QS/Estimator within a main contractor. Strong estimating/tendering and commercial management experience including post-tender clarifications and negotiations Experience across refurbishment, fit-out, maintenance, alteration and/or new build . Experience with projects broadly within the 25k- 4m range. Strong knowledge of procurement, valuations, variations, cost control, forecasting and final accounts. Experience managing subcontractor packages and supply-chain relationships. Confidence using commercial, estimating and project management systems . Excellent communication and organisational skills. A full UK driving licence. Public-sector experience is important Experience working with NHS, healthcare, local authority, education, police, fire or other blue-light/public-sector clients would be highly advantageous. An understanding of public-sector procurement, frameworks, tenders and SQ/PQQ processes would be particularly useful. This role is unlikely to suit someone whose experience is purely residential. Why join? This is a business where your contribution will be visible . You'll join a committed, long-standing team within an established company, while also having the opportunity to play a key role in its next stage of growth. You'll have: Genuine responsibility and autonomy. Exposure to both estimating and commercial management . Direct involvement with senior management. The opportunity to influence project profitability and new contract wins. A supportive, non-corporate working environment. Genuine progression opportunities , including the potential to develop into senior commercial management roles. The opportunity to grow alongside a business that is actively expanding. The person We're looking for someone who is ambitious, resilient, results-oriented and commercially sharp , but equally a team player who isn't afraid to roll their sleeves up. If you're looking for more responsibility, more variety and a genuine opportunity to progress , we'd like to hear from you. The company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably skilled and qualified candidates. Barker Ross Group 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. 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.
06/10/2026
Full time
An opportunity to make your mark in a growing business Are you a Quantity Surveyor with estimating experience , or an Estimator with strong commercial/QS experience , looking for a role with more variety, responsibility and progression? This is an opportunity to join an established, family-run building contractor with many years trading history, an excellent reputation across the East Midlands and an exciting pipeline of new work. The business is growing, winning more contracts and expanding into larger premises. As a result, they are looking for an experienced commercial professional who wants to get stuck in, take ownership and grow with the business . The Role This is a genuine 50/50 QS and Estimating role , although the balance will flex with workload. You'll be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from tendering and estimating through to procurement, commercial management and final accounts , working on projects typically ranging from 25k to 4m . Experience will extend to CVRs, project forecasting and cash flow projections. Projects include refurbishment, fit-out, alteration, maintenance and new build , across public and private-sector clients. Key responsibilities Prepare detailed estimates, tender build-ups and pricing submissions. Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Obtain, analyse and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations. Ability to identify and manage contractual, financial and project risks, scope gaps, exclusions and commercial opportunities. Support tender negotiations, value engineering and public-sector bids. Manage project costs, valuations, variations, forecasting and final accounts. Manage subcontractor packages and commercial negotiations. Procurement of subcontractor and supplier packages. Produce cost-value reconciliations and commercial reports. Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers. Work closely with Contracts Managers and senior management to manage commercial risks and maximise opportunities. About you We're looking for an experienced, commercially minded and hands-on construction professional who can operate with a high degree of autonomy and take ownership of both estimating and commercial management, someone who is comfortable working in an SME environment where everyone gets involved. You'll ideally have: Experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Estimator or QS/Estimator within a main contractor. Strong estimating/tendering and commercial management experience including post-tender clarifications and negotiations Experience across refurbishment, fit-out, maintenance, alteration and/or new build . Experience with projects broadly within the 25k- 4m range. Strong knowledge of procurement, valuations, variations, cost control, forecasting and final accounts. Experience managing subcontractor packages and supply-chain relationships. Confidence using commercial, estimating and project management systems . Excellent communication and organisational skills. A full UK driving licence. Public-sector experience is important Experience working with NHS, healthcare, local authority, education, police, fire or other blue-light/public-sector clients would be highly advantageous. An understanding of public-sector procurement, frameworks, tenders and SQ/PQQ processes would be particularly useful. This role is unlikely to suit someone whose experience is purely residential. Why join? This is a business where your contribution will be visible . You'll join a committed, long-standing team within an established company, while also having the opportunity to play a key role in its next stage of growth. You'll have: Genuine responsibility and autonomy. Exposure to both estimating and commercial management . Direct involvement with senior management. The opportunity to influence project profitability and new contract wins. A supportive, non-corporate working environment. Genuine progression opportunities , including the potential to develop into senior commercial management roles. The opportunity to grow alongside a business that is actively expanding. The person We're looking for someone who is ambitious, resilient, results-oriented and commercially sharp , but equally a team player who isn't afraid to roll their sleeves up. If you're looking for more responsibility, more variety and a genuine opportunity to progress , we'd like to hear from you. The company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably skilled and qualified candidates. Barker Ross Group 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. 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.
Senior Bid Manager - Birmingham Senior Bid Manager - a Top 10 building contractor is searching for a Senior Bid Manager to join the growing pre-construction team delivering D&B projects across the West Midlands ranging from 10m - 100m. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Bid Manager to work with a leading contractor operating across education, healthcare, blue-light, leisure, MoJ and MoD frameworks alongside delivering negotiated and competitively tendered developments with the commercial and mixed-use sectors. Why Apply: Are you a Bid Management professional with a passion for managing projects which make a REAL difference to the communities we live and work in? Do you love taking hold of a project and managing from pre-construction phase to ensure the delivery of successful bids, on time, within budget and to the highest quality. You will be responsible for motivating and leading a bid team delivering both single and two stage tenders ensuring customer expectations are met and, wherever possible, exceeded. Our client is one of the UK's leading construction groups, they have developed an excellent reputation for delivering quality buildings to programme, to budget and to the satisfaction of their clients which secures them a high level of repeat business. They are a 'people first' business which is focussed on investment into the team's continued professional development, training. They champion progression, offer great packages - and flexible working too! Salary & Package: - Great basic salary of 75,000 - 95,000 - Company car or allowance ( 5,000) - Performance related bonus - Pension & Healthcare Key Benefits: - Top 10 Building Contractor with excellent reputation - Genuine progression and career opportunities - Great training and development programme - Flexible working policy (inc WFH) Requirements: - Experience working on one and two stage tenders - Experience work with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Contractor - Great communication and organisation skills - Experience leading and managing bids To qualify for the higher rate of pay you must be able to demonstrate experience successfully managing and leading bids with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 building contractor. For any further information on this Senior Bid Manager vacancy please apply with your CV attached or contact Mark Dalgleish at Saxton Recruitment on (phone number removed). Key Roles - Senior Bid Manager / Bid Manager / Pre-Construction Manager Building Partnerships
05/10/2026
Full time
Senior Bid Manager - Birmingham Senior Bid Manager - a Top 10 building contractor is searching for a Senior Bid Manager to join the growing pre-construction team delivering D&B projects across the West Midlands ranging from 10m - 100m. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Bid Manager to work with a leading contractor operating across education, healthcare, blue-light, leisure, MoJ and MoD frameworks alongside delivering negotiated and competitively tendered developments with the commercial and mixed-use sectors. Why Apply: Are you a Bid Management professional with a passion for managing projects which make a REAL difference to the communities we live and work in? Do you love taking hold of a project and managing from pre-construction phase to ensure the delivery of successful bids, on time, within budget and to the highest quality. You will be responsible for motivating and leading a bid team delivering both single and two stage tenders ensuring customer expectations are met and, wherever possible, exceeded. Our client is one of the UK's leading construction groups, they have developed an excellent reputation for delivering quality buildings to programme, to budget and to the satisfaction of their clients which secures them a high level of repeat business. They are a 'people first' business which is focussed on investment into the team's continued professional development, training. They champion progression, offer great packages - and flexible working too! Salary & Package: - Great basic salary of 75,000 - 95,000 - Company car or allowance ( 5,000) - Performance related bonus - Pension & Healthcare Key Benefits: - Top 10 Building Contractor with excellent reputation - Genuine progression and career opportunities - Great training and development programme - Flexible working policy (inc WFH) Requirements: - Experience working on one and two stage tenders - Experience work with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Contractor - Great communication and organisation skills - Experience leading and managing bids To qualify for the higher rate of pay you must be able to demonstrate experience successfully managing and leading bids with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 building contractor. For any further information on this Senior Bid Manager vacancy please apply with your CV attached or contact Mark Dalgleish at Saxton Recruitment on (phone number removed). Key Roles - Senior Bid Manager / Bid Manager / Pre-Construction Manager Building Partnerships
Role Purpose The Head of HSQE will set the strategic direction for, and take overall responsibility for, health, safety, quality and environmental performance across the business. You will lead the HSQE function, embed a strong safety culture from board level to the workface, and ensure we meet the demanding standards of TfL, London Underground, Network Rail and our wider client base. You will be a visible, credible leader on site and a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team. Key Responsibilities Strategy and Leadership You will develop and deliver the HSQE strategy, aligned to business objectives and client requirements, and act as the company's senior HSQE representative, advising the board and attending leadership meetings. You will lead, mentor and develop a team of HSQE managers, advisors and inspectors, and promote a positive, proactive safety culture, including leadership engagement, behavioural safety and a just culture approach to reporting. Health and Safety You will ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, CDM 2015 and all relevant regulations, and oversee safety management for high-risk activities such as working on or near the railway, confined spaces, working at height, electrical safety, lifting operations and night and possession working. You will ensure compliance with Network Rail and TfL/LU standards, rules and safety management requirements, and review RAMS, safe systems of work and permit-to-work arrangements for quality and suitability. You will lead incident and accident investigations, ensure RIDDOR reporting, and drive effective root cause analysis and corrective actions. You will also manage occupational health, wellbeing and fatigue management arrangements. Quality You will own the quality management system, ensuring consistent delivery to client specifications and industry standards. This includes oversight of inspection and test plans, non-conformance management, audits, and handover and commissioning documentation, as well as driving continuous improvement and lessons learned across projects. Environment and Sustainability You will ensure compliance with environmental legislation and client environmental requirements, and oversee waste, noise, vibration, dust, pollution prevention and ecology controls on site. You will also support the company's carbon reduction and sustainability commitments. Governance, Assurance and Accreditation You will maintain and develop the integrated management system, with certification to ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001, and maintain supplier prequalification and accreditations such as RISQS, Achilles and CHAS/SafeContractor as applicable. You will plan and deliver a programme of internal audits, site inspections and assurance reviews, and monitor closure of actions. You will lead on tender HSQE submissions, client audits and interface with regulators (HSE, ORR) where required, and produce HSQE performance reports and KPIs for the board and clients, using data to drive improvement. Supply Chain and Training You will assess and monitor the HSQE competence and performance of subcontractors and suppliers, and oversee competence management, training matrices and inductions, including railway sentinel and track safety requirements. Essential Experience and Qualifications We are looking for someone with significant senior-level HSQE experience in rail, underground, tunnelling or similar safety-critical infrastructure environments, including proven experience working with Network Rail and/or TfL/London Underground standards and assurance processes. You will have a background in M&E, building services or engineering contracting. You will hold a NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) in occupational health and safety, and Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH) or be working towards it. You will have strong working knowledge of CDM 2015, RIDDOR and UK health and safety legislation, and experience managing integrated management systems and ISO 45001/14001/9001 certification. You will be able to demonstrate experience leading and developing HSQE teams, and have excellent communication and influencing skills, with the credibility to challenge constructively at all levels. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across London and the wider network are also required. Desirable It would be an advantage to have a degree or equivalent in engineering, construction, safety or a related discipline, along with additional environmental or quality qualifications such as IEMA membership or Lead Auditor certification. Valid track safety certification (for example PTS or equivalent) is desirable, as is experience in tender and bid support for rail and infrastructure frameworks, and experience in tunnels and shafts, depots, signalling or traction power environments. Key Competencies You will be a strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach, resilient and calm under pressure, including in incident response. You will be collaborative and approachable, with strong stakeholder management skills, a data-driven mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement. Strong integrity and ethical leadership are essential. Working Arrangements This is a hybrid role based in London, with a mix of home working, office days and regular site visits. Out-of-hours attendance may occasionally be required for incidents, night works or possessions.
05/10/2026
Full time
Role Purpose The Head of HSQE will set the strategic direction for, and take overall responsibility for, health, safety, quality and environmental performance across the business. You will lead the HSQE function, embed a strong safety culture from board level to the workface, and ensure we meet the demanding standards of TfL, London Underground, Network Rail and our wider client base. You will be a visible, credible leader on site and a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team. Key Responsibilities Strategy and Leadership You will develop and deliver the HSQE strategy, aligned to business objectives and client requirements, and act as the company's senior HSQE representative, advising the board and attending leadership meetings. You will lead, mentor and develop a team of HSQE managers, advisors and inspectors, and promote a positive, proactive safety culture, including leadership engagement, behavioural safety and a just culture approach to reporting. Health and Safety You will ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, CDM 2015 and all relevant regulations, and oversee safety management for high-risk activities such as working on or near the railway, confined spaces, working at height, electrical safety, lifting operations and night and possession working. You will ensure compliance with Network Rail and TfL/LU standards, rules and safety management requirements, and review RAMS, safe systems of work and permit-to-work arrangements for quality and suitability. You will lead incident and accident investigations, ensure RIDDOR reporting, and drive effective root cause analysis and corrective actions. You will also manage occupational health, wellbeing and fatigue management arrangements. Quality You will own the quality management system, ensuring consistent delivery to client specifications and industry standards. This includes oversight of inspection and test plans, non-conformance management, audits, and handover and commissioning documentation, as well as driving continuous improvement and lessons learned across projects. Environment and Sustainability You will ensure compliance with environmental legislation and client environmental requirements, and oversee waste, noise, vibration, dust, pollution prevention and ecology controls on site. You will also support the company's carbon reduction and sustainability commitments. Governance, Assurance and Accreditation You will maintain and develop the integrated management system, with certification to ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001, and maintain supplier prequalification and accreditations such as RISQS, Achilles and CHAS/SafeContractor as applicable. You will plan and deliver a programme of internal audits, site inspections and assurance reviews, and monitor closure of actions. You will lead on tender HSQE submissions, client audits and interface with regulators (HSE, ORR) where required, and produce HSQE performance reports and KPIs for the board and clients, using data to drive improvement. Supply Chain and Training You will assess and monitor the HSQE competence and performance of subcontractors and suppliers, and oversee competence management, training matrices and inductions, including railway sentinel and track safety requirements. Essential Experience and Qualifications We are looking for someone with significant senior-level HSQE experience in rail, underground, tunnelling or similar safety-critical infrastructure environments, including proven experience working with Network Rail and/or TfL/London Underground standards and assurance processes. You will have a background in M&E, building services or engineering contracting. You will hold a NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) in occupational health and safety, and Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH) or be working towards it. You will have strong working knowledge of CDM 2015, RIDDOR and UK health and safety legislation, and experience managing integrated management systems and ISO 45001/14001/9001 certification. You will be able to demonstrate experience leading and developing HSQE teams, and have excellent communication and influencing skills, with the credibility to challenge constructively at all levels. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across London and the wider network are also required. Desirable It would be an advantage to have a degree or equivalent in engineering, construction, safety or a related discipline, along with additional environmental or quality qualifications such as IEMA membership or Lead Auditor certification. Valid track safety certification (for example PTS or equivalent) is desirable, as is experience in tender and bid support for rail and infrastructure frameworks, and experience in tunnels and shafts, depots, signalling or traction power environments. Key Competencies You will be a strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach, resilient and calm under pressure, including in incident response. You will be collaborative and approachable, with strong stakeholder management skills, a data-driven mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement. Strong integrity and ethical leadership are essential. Working Arrangements This is a hybrid role based in London, with a mix of home working, office days and regular site visits. Out-of-hours attendance may occasionally be required for incidents, night works or possessions.
A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in London is looking for an experienced Associate Project Manager to join their growing infrastructure team. The Associate Project Manager will play a key role in the delivery of major and complex infrastructure programmes, with a particular focus on Water and Environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an Associate Project Manager who wants to combine project leadership, client development and team management within a well-established consultancy. The successful Associate Project Manager will work across major programmes and frameworks, leading multidisciplinary teams while developing strategic client relationships. The Associate Project Manager will also support business growth, major bids and account development, making this a strong opportunity for an Associate Project Manager looking to take on broader leadership responsibility and contribute to the continued growth of the infrastructure offering. The Associate Project Manager's role The Associate Project Manager will lead the successful delivery of complex infrastructure commissions and frameworks, ensuring projects meet client, commercial and programme objectives. Responsibilities will include managing senior client relationships, overseeing project governance, risk and controls, leading multidisciplinary teams, monitoring commercial performance, supporting major bids and tenders, and identifying opportunities to grow key client accounts. The role will also involve mentoring and developing Project Management staff, contributing to recruitment and helping shape the wider infrastructure strategy. You must have prior construction consultancy experience to be considered for this role. The Associate Project Manager The successful candidate will have: 10+ years' experience delivering complex infrastructure projects and programmes Strong experience within the Water and Environment sector A degree in Engineering, Project Management, Environmental Management or a related discipline Experience leading major programmes, frameworks and multidisciplinary teams Strong commercial awareness, including fee management and forecasting Experience with NEC3 and NEC4 contracts APM PMQ, PRINCE2 or an equivalent Project Management qualification Chartered status such as ChPP, MRICS, MICE, CEng or equivalent Strong client relationship, leadership and line management experience Experience supporting business development and account growth In Return? 80,000 - 90,000 Senior leadership responsibility across major infrastructure programmes Exposure to high-profile Water and Environment projects Opportunity to grow strategic client accounts Involvement in bids, recruitment and business strategy Clear route for continued progression London-based position within a major multidisciplinary consultancy Associate Project Manager Infrastructure Project Manager Water Environment NEC4 London
05/10/2026
Full time
A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in London is looking for an experienced Associate Project Manager to join their growing infrastructure team. The Associate Project Manager will play a key role in the delivery of major and complex infrastructure programmes, with a particular focus on Water and Environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an Associate Project Manager who wants to combine project leadership, client development and team management within a well-established consultancy. The successful Associate Project Manager will work across major programmes and frameworks, leading multidisciplinary teams while developing strategic client relationships. The Associate Project Manager will also support business growth, major bids and account development, making this a strong opportunity for an Associate Project Manager looking to take on broader leadership responsibility and contribute to the continued growth of the infrastructure offering. The Associate Project Manager's role The Associate Project Manager will lead the successful delivery of complex infrastructure commissions and frameworks, ensuring projects meet client, commercial and programme objectives. Responsibilities will include managing senior client relationships, overseeing project governance, risk and controls, leading multidisciplinary teams, monitoring commercial performance, supporting major bids and tenders, and identifying opportunities to grow key client accounts. The role will also involve mentoring and developing Project Management staff, contributing to recruitment and helping shape the wider infrastructure strategy. You must have prior construction consultancy experience to be considered for this role. The Associate Project Manager The successful candidate will have: 10+ years' experience delivering complex infrastructure projects and programmes Strong experience within the Water and Environment sector A degree in Engineering, Project Management, Environmental Management or a related discipline Experience leading major programmes, frameworks and multidisciplinary teams Strong commercial awareness, including fee management and forecasting Experience with NEC3 and NEC4 contracts APM PMQ, PRINCE2 or an equivalent Project Management qualification Chartered status such as ChPP, MRICS, MICE, CEng or equivalent Strong client relationship, leadership and line management experience Experience supporting business development and account growth In Return? 80,000 - 90,000 Senior leadership responsibility across major infrastructure programmes Exposure to high-profile Water and Environment projects Opportunity to grow strategic client accounts Involvement in bids, recruitment and business strategy Clear route for continued progression London-based position within a major multidisciplinary consultancy Associate Project Manager Infrastructure Project Manager Water Environment NEC4 London
Passive Fire Estimator (Fire Doors / Fire Stopping) Gillingham, Kent / Hybrid £60,000 £70,000 basic Full time, permanent Hybrid: 2 days a week in our Gillingham office, the rest from home, with site visits as required About us London Fire Solutions has been delivering passive fire protection since 2011. We install, survey and maintain fire doors and fire stopping systems across London, the South Coast and the Midlands, and we manufacture our own fire doors at our 30,000 sq ft facility in Gillingham, Kent. We have ambitious expansion plans through to 2030, and this role sits right at the heart of them. Why estimate for us Because we make our own doors, you're not just pricing someone else's product. You'll work directly with our factory on doorset costs and lead times, which means more control over your price and a better chance of winning. You'll also be pricing for a steady pipeline of planned, repairs and framework work with major housing providers, not chasing one-off jobs. The role We're looking for an experienced estimator from the passive fire industry to price and win work across our fire door, fire stopping and maintenance workstreams. You'll work closely with our Commercial Manager, operations and bid teams, and visit site where a job needs eyes on it. Day to day you will: Price fire door installation, replacement and remedial works, fire stopping and compartmentation packages, and planned/reactive maintenance contracts Take off from drawings, surveys and specifications, and query anything that doesn't stack up Build up rates covering labour, materials, plant, access and preliminaries Work with our factory on doorset pricing, and with suppliers and subcontractors for competitive quotations Attend site visits, pre-tender meetings and client meetings as needed Work with the bid team on tender submissions and framework opportunities Hand won work over cleanly to operations with a clear, well-documented pricing basis Review completed jobs against estimate and feed the lessons back into future pricing What we're looking for Proven estimating experience within the passive fire protection industry Strong in fire doors or fire stopping. Experience in both is a real advantage, but not essential Strong understanding of third-party accreditation, fire door standards and current fire safety legislation Confident reading drawings and specifications, and producing accurate take-offs Good commercial judgement. You know where the risk sits in a price Organised, methodical, and able to juggle several enquiries against deadlines Strong Excel skills and clear written communication Full UK driving licence Desirable Experience of maintenance and planned works programmes, particularly in social housing Experience with Calwin or HubSpot What we offer £60,000 £70,000 basic depending on experience, Company pension scheme Life insurance Health and wellbeing programme Cycle to work scheme Employee discount scheme A growing, well-established business with a clear plan and genuine progression Apply If you're an estimator who knows passive fire and wants to price work for a business that's investing in its future, we'd like to hear from you. Apply with your CV, or message Jim Hannon directly on LinkedIn for a confidential chat.
04/10/2026
Full time
Passive Fire Estimator (Fire Doors / Fire Stopping) Gillingham, Kent / Hybrid £60,000 £70,000 basic Full time, permanent Hybrid: 2 days a week in our Gillingham office, the rest from home, with site visits as required About us London Fire Solutions has been delivering passive fire protection since 2011. We install, survey and maintain fire doors and fire stopping systems across London, the South Coast and the Midlands, and we manufacture our own fire doors at our 30,000 sq ft facility in Gillingham, Kent. We have ambitious expansion plans through to 2030, and this role sits right at the heart of them. Why estimate for us Because we make our own doors, you're not just pricing someone else's product. You'll work directly with our factory on doorset costs and lead times, which means more control over your price and a better chance of winning. You'll also be pricing for a steady pipeline of planned, repairs and framework work with major housing providers, not chasing one-off jobs. The role We're looking for an experienced estimator from the passive fire industry to price and win work across our fire door, fire stopping and maintenance workstreams. You'll work closely with our Commercial Manager, operations and bid teams, and visit site where a job needs eyes on it. Day to day you will: Price fire door installation, replacement and remedial works, fire stopping and compartmentation packages, and planned/reactive maintenance contracts Take off from drawings, surveys and specifications, and query anything that doesn't stack up Build up rates covering labour, materials, plant, access and preliminaries Work with our factory on doorset pricing, and with suppliers and subcontractors for competitive quotations Attend site visits, pre-tender meetings and client meetings as needed Work with the bid team on tender submissions and framework opportunities Hand won work over cleanly to operations with a clear, well-documented pricing basis Review completed jobs against estimate and feed the lessons back into future pricing What we're looking for Proven estimating experience within the passive fire protection industry Strong in fire doors or fire stopping. Experience in both is a real advantage, but not essential Strong understanding of third-party accreditation, fire door standards and current fire safety legislation Confident reading drawings and specifications, and producing accurate take-offs Good commercial judgement. You know where the risk sits in a price Organised, methodical, and able to juggle several enquiries against deadlines Strong Excel skills and clear written communication Full UK driving licence Desirable Experience of maintenance and planned works programmes, particularly in social housing Experience with Calwin or HubSpot What we offer £60,000 £70,000 basic depending on experience, Company pension scheme Life insurance Health and wellbeing programme Cycle to work scheme Employee discount scheme A growing, well-established business with a clear plan and genuine progression Apply If you're an estimator who knows passive fire and wants to price work for a business that's investing in its future, we'd like to hear from you. Apply with your CV, or message Jim Hannon directly on LinkedIn for a confidential chat.
Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Etruria, Staffordshire
Senior Estimator £70,000 + Package Hybrid / Remote Working Available Permanent Construction & Social Housing Senior Estimator Opportunity - Flexible Working Available Due to continued growth, our client is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join their established pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected contractor working across social housing, reactive maintenance, refurbishment, planned works, extensions and general construction projects , with project values ranging from £200,000 to £10 million . The business is flexible on location and is open to considering candidates on a hybrid or remote working basis , providing the successful applicant can build strong relationships with key internal stakeholders and support the wider pre-construction function. The Role You will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates across a variety of construction and maintenance projects, ensuring bids are commercially viable and aligned with client requirements. Working closely with Business Development Managers, Operations Teams, Directors, Supply Chain Partners and Accounts, you will play a key role in securing new work and supporting the continued growth of the business. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for construction, refurbishment and maintenance projects. Evaluate tender documentation, specifications, drawings and contract requirements. Obtain and assess quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Liaise with clients, architects, engineers and consultants throughout the tender process. Review project risks, opportunities and value engineering options. Produce competitive and commercially sound tender submissions. Ensure estimates align with programme requirements and project objectives. Build and maintain strong relationships with supply chain partners. Support Business Development and Operational teams in securing new opportunities. Work closely with senior stakeholders to develop winning bid strategies. Ensure all estimates are completed accurately and submitted within deadlines. Maintain robust cost databases and historical pricing information. Assist with tender handovers to delivery teams following project award. What We're Looking For We are keen to speak with both experienced Senior Estimators and ambitious Estimators ready to take the next step in their career . Candidates should have experience in one or more of the following areas: Social Housing Reactive Maintenance Planned Maintenance Refurbishment Projects General Building Construction New Build Projects Commercial Construction Domestic Construction Extensions and Improvement Works Ideal Experience Proven estimating experience within construction, maintenance or social housing sectors. Strong understanding of labour, materials, subcontractor and plant costing. Experience pricing projects from £200k to £10m. Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Commercially aware with strong attention to detail. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Comfortable working with multiple internal departments and external partners. Strong negotiation and supply chain management experience. Why Apply? £70,000 salary Hybrid and remote working options available Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects Long-term career progression Key position within a growing pre-construction team Exposure to major social housing and construction frameworks Supportive and collaborative working environment Apply Now If you're an Estimator or Senior Estimator with experience in social housing, maintenance, refurbishment or general construction projects and are looking for a role offering genuine flexibility and career progression, we'd love to hear from you. Senior Estimator Estimator Social Housing Reactive Maintenance Refurbishment Planned Works Construction Remote Working Hybrid Working
02/10/2026
Full time
Senior Estimator £70,000 + Package Hybrid / Remote Working Available Permanent Construction & Social Housing Senior Estimator Opportunity - Flexible Working Available Due to continued growth, our client is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join their established pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected contractor working across social housing, reactive maintenance, refurbishment, planned works, extensions and general construction projects , with project values ranging from £200,000 to £10 million . The business is flexible on location and is open to considering candidates on a hybrid or remote working basis , providing the successful applicant can build strong relationships with key internal stakeholders and support the wider pre-construction function. The Role You will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates across a variety of construction and maintenance projects, ensuring bids are commercially viable and aligned with client requirements. Working closely with Business Development Managers, Operations Teams, Directors, Supply Chain Partners and Accounts, you will play a key role in securing new work and supporting the continued growth of the business. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for construction, refurbishment and maintenance projects. Evaluate tender documentation, specifications, drawings and contract requirements. Obtain and assess quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Liaise with clients, architects, engineers and consultants throughout the tender process. Review project risks, opportunities and value engineering options. Produce competitive and commercially sound tender submissions. Ensure estimates align with programme requirements and project objectives. Build and maintain strong relationships with supply chain partners. Support Business Development and Operational teams in securing new opportunities. Work closely with senior stakeholders to develop winning bid strategies. Ensure all estimates are completed accurately and submitted within deadlines. Maintain robust cost databases and historical pricing information. Assist with tender handovers to delivery teams following project award. What We're Looking For We are keen to speak with both experienced Senior Estimators and ambitious Estimators ready to take the next step in their career . Candidates should have experience in one or more of the following areas: Social Housing Reactive Maintenance Planned Maintenance Refurbishment Projects General Building Construction New Build Projects Commercial Construction Domestic Construction Extensions and Improvement Works Ideal Experience Proven estimating experience within construction, maintenance or social housing sectors. Strong understanding of labour, materials, subcontractor and plant costing. Experience pricing projects from £200k to £10m. Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Commercially aware with strong attention to detail. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Comfortable working with multiple internal departments and external partners. Strong negotiation and supply chain management experience. Why Apply? £70,000 salary Hybrid and remote working options available Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects Long-term career progression Key position within a growing pre-construction team Exposure to major social housing and construction frameworks Supportive and collaborative working environment Apply Now If you're an Estimator or Senior Estimator with experience in social housing, maintenance, refurbishment or general construction projects and are looking for a role offering genuine flexibility and career progression, we'd love to hear from you. Senior Estimator Estimator Social Housing Reactive Maintenance Refurbishment Planned Works Construction Remote Working Hybrid Working
Estimator Civil Engineering/Highways Bolton Permanent Up to £70,000 salary Summary: We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our commercial team based at the Bolton office, with the flexibility of one day per week hybrid working from home if required. The role involves travelling to and working on sites throughout the North West. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and submitting accurate estimates for highways schemes, utilising both existing schedules of rates and first principles estimating methods using software such as Candy. You will negotiate directly with clients on existing Direct Award Frameworks. Duties: • Conduct site meetings, • Take measurements, and agree on methods of working. • Engagement with clients during Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) phases for future schemes is also a key part of the role. • Working closely with the Procurement Manager to develop key supply chain partnerships. • Leading the company s bids on PQQ and framework submissions, • Preparing Social Value Matrices for all commercial bids, and assisting the commercial team with compensation events and marketing strategy. The package includes a competitive salary of £65,000 to £70,000, a car allowance, profit-related bonus, and 35 days annual leave including bank holidays. Skills: • Minimum 6 years experience in Highways Estimating or Senior Quantity Surveyor role • Proficient in Causeway, Candy, or similar estimating software • Strong negotiation and communication skills • Experience in commercial/engineering roles within the highways industry • Working knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts
01/10/2026
Full time
Estimator Civil Engineering/Highways Bolton Permanent Up to £70,000 salary Summary: We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our commercial team based at the Bolton office, with the flexibility of one day per week hybrid working from home if required. The role involves travelling to and working on sites throughout the North West. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and submitting accurate estimates for highways schemes, utilising both existing schedules of rates and first principles estimating methods using software such as Candy. You will negotiate directly with clients on existing Direct Award Frameworks. Duties: • Conduct site meetings, • Take measurements, and agree on methods of working. • Engagement with clients during Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) phases for future schemes is also a key part of the role. • Working closely with the Procurement Manager to develop key supply chain partnerships. • Leading the company s bids on PQQ and framework submissions, • Preparing Social Value Matrices for all commercial bids, and assisting the commercial team with compensation events and marketing strategy. The package includes a competitive salary of £65,000 to £70,000, a car allowance, profit-related bonus, and 35 days annual leave including bank holidays. Skills: • Minimum 6 years experience in Highways Estimating or Senior Quantity Surveyor role • Proficient in Causeway, Candy, or similar estimating software • Strong negotiation and communication skills • Experience in commercial/engineering roles within the highways industry • Working knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts
