Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Head of Procurement - FM & Real Estate Services Global FTSE100 Blue Chip London (Hybrid) £95k + Bonus & Benefits To apply & learn more please contact I'm working with a FTSE100 market leader that's reshaping how procurement delivers value across facilities management and corporate real estate. This is a prestigious business where procurement acts as a strategic engine driving growth, innovation, and client success across Western Europe. A career-defining opportunity has emerged for a Head of Procurement to lead transformation at the heart of a high-growth business line across FM and Real Estate Services. You'll partner directly with senior level stakeholders to set strategy, unlock commercial advantage, and build a regional team from the ground up. This is a front-line leadership role with real influence where procurement is positioned as a catalyst for supplier innovation, operational excellence, and project delivery across multiple markets. What You'll Be Doing: Develop and execute sourcing strategies across Facilities (FM) and Real Estate Services. Influence senior stakeholders (MDs, PMs, C-suite) to embed procurement as a strategic partner. Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, and performance management across multiple geographies. Represent procurement in client meetings and contribute to ESG and compliance initiatives. Define and build a regional procurement team to support future growth. What You'll Bring: 8+ years' experience in project procurement across FM, Real Estate, Property or Construction. Proven success in matrix environments driving change through influence, not hierarchy. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the gravitas to engage at board level. Deep commercial acumen and market knowledge across FM and Real Estate. What Success Looks Like: Procurement embedded as a strategic lever across projects. Supplier frameworks and governance delivering measurable value. Stakeholder buy-in and adoption across key markets. Clear roadmap for team growth and procurement maturity This is a rare opportunity to lead procurement transformation for a major global entity who are shaping strategy, influencing outcomes, and building something lasting. If you're ready to step into a high-impact role with real senior level exposure and regional scope, I'd love to hear from you. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Oskar at Key words: Procurement, Sourcing, FM, Facilities Management, Soft Services, Hard Servies, Hard FM, Soft FM, IFM, Real Estate Services, Real Estate, Fit Out, Construction, Fit-Out, FF&E, Fortune 500, Senior Facilities, Associate Director, Client Sourcing, Sourcing Director, Head of Procurement, Head of FM, Head of Category, Head of Sourcing, Head of Procurement, Vice President Procurement, Director, Procurement Director, Director of Procurement, EMEA Procurement Director, Procurement Business Partner, Category Director, Procurement Transformation Director, Global Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Senior Sourcing Manager, Senior Procurement Manager, Senior Procurement Lead, Category Lead, Sourcing Lead, Senior FM Procurement, MCIPS, Indirect Procurement, Global, EMEA, London, Central London, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Surrey, Hampshire, Reading, Berkshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, Greater London
Oct 23, 2025
Full time
Head of Procurement - FM & Real Estate Services Global FTSE100 Blue Chip London (Hybrid) £95k + Bonus & Benefits To apply & learn more please contact I'm working with a FTSE100 market leader that's reshaping how procurement delivers value across facilities management and corporate real estate. This is a prestigious business where procurement acts as a strategic engine driving growth, innovation, and client success across Western Europe. A career-defining opportunity has emerged for a Head of Procurement to lead transformation at the heart of a high-growth business line across FM and Real Estate Services. You'll partner directly with senior level stakeholders to set strategy, unlock commercial advantage, and build a regional team from the ground up. This is a front-line leadership role with real influence where procurement is positioned as a catalyst for supplier innovation, operational excellence, and project delivery across multiple markets. What You'll Be Doing: Develop and execute sourcing strategies across Facilities (FM) and Real Estate Services. Influence senior stakeholders (MDs, PMs, C-suite) to embed procurement as a strategic partner. Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, and performance management across multiple geographies. Represent procurement in client meetings and contribute to ESG and compliance initiatives. Define and build a regional procurement team to support future growth. What You'll Bring: 8+ years' experience in project procurement across FM, Real Estate, Property or Construction. Proven success in matrix environments driving change through influence, not hierarchy. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the gravitas to engage at board level. Deep commercial acumen and market knowledge across FM and Real Estate. What Success Looks Like: Procurement embedded as a strategic lever across projects. Supplier frameworks and governance delivering measurable value. Stakeholder buy-in and adoption across key markets. Clear roadmap for team growth and procurement maturity This is a rare opportunity to lead procurement transformation for a major global entity who are shaping strategy, influencing outcomes, and building something lasting. If you're ready to step into a high-impact role with real senior level exposure and regional scope, I'd love to hear from you. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Oskar at Key words: Procurement, Sourcing, FM, Facilities Management, Soft Services, Hard Servies, Hard FM, Soft FM, IFM, Real Estate Services, Real Estate, Fit Out, Construction, Fit-Out, FF&E, Fortune 500, Senior Facilities, Associate Director, Client Sourcing, Sourcing Director, Head of Procurement, Head of FM, Head of Category, Head of Sourcing, Head of Procurement, Vice President Procurement, Director, Procurement Director, Director of Procurement, EMEA Procurement Director, Procurement Business Partner, Category Director, Procurement Transformation Director, Global Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Senior Sourcing Manager, Senior Procurement Manager, Senior Procurement Lead, Category Lead, Sourcing Lead, Senior FM Procurement, MCIPS, Indirect Procurement, Global, EMEA, London, Central London, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Surrey, Hampshire, Reading, Berkshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, Greater London
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Planner to join VolkerStevin. The Senior Planner will be the Senior Planner for a number of VolkerStevin projects in the South East region. Under the supervision of the Planning Manager and Project lead to be responsible for implementing the requirements of the project planning/programme requirements in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards, ensuring compliance with the business management systems. The role may also have aspects of team management as and when required. A key part of the role is to establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with the project team, customer, supply chain and the wider planning community, becoming an integrated member of the project team. Key Accountabilities Responsible at TENDER STAG to the Planning Manager and Bid Manager for the range of activities involved in the project planning life cycle, which includes: Ensuring that the programme content is functionally compliant with the planning procedures and guidance Identifying planning scope, programme constraints and contract requirements Identifying major quantities and factors that may affect the programme Establishing and agreeing construction outputs, project calendars and working hours with operational support and Estimator Develop key methods of construction, sequencing, installation and commissioning works and agree with operational support and the Bid Team Producing and documenting the planning deliverables including tender planning worksheet, presentations, reports and drive the planning philosophy/strategy Produce the Tender Programme and supporting information in accordance with the tender requirements Actively value engineering alternatives and identify risks/opportunities Generation of time risk quantum and strategy for delivery stage for approval by the Planning Manager/Bid Manager Reconciling VolkerStevin and sub-contract plant/labour and major material elements with the Estimator Apply resource levelling techniques during programme production for labour, plant and materials Interfacing with third parties to identify and resolve issues Meets deadlines through effective time management Effectively communicates the planning and programme elements at the tender handover meeting. In addition to the above, at CONTRACT STAGE the Planner is accountable to the Planning Manager and Project Lead for: Ensuring that the Contract Programme is produced, managed and maintained in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards The overall planning strategy and the timing/sequence of the contract programme activities Maintaining the planning deliverables in the timeframe agreed with the Project Team. These include monthly contract programme updates, monthly programme reporting and submission documentation The issue and communication of the Contract Programme to the Project Lead for onward issue to Client and Project Team In general, the Planner will: Be a proficient user of the VolkerStevin suite of planning software and provide guidance to others Actively develop their knowledge and experience of planning techniques, tools and competencies Continually develop construction techniques knowledge and experience Working knowledge of various forms of contract, specifications, methods of measurements, ECI experience, procedures and have the ability to direct focus of teams to required output Manage file and data storage within workspace/Asite Be an active member of the VolkerStevin and VolkerWessels Planning Community About you Construction Knowledge - Have a broad knowledge of various construction methods and techniques Risk & Opportunity - Be able to develop the project time risk strategy and seek opportunity Digital Planning - Proficient user of planning software and reports Commercial Knowledge - Have practical experience of various contract and programme/planning requirements within contract Communication - Active part of the project team with effective communication skills both written and oral. Teamwork & Collaboration - Puts aside personal agenda to work for the benefit of all stakeholders. Actively builds knowledge through sharing experience, ideas and expertise with others A Degree or HND in a relevant subject is desirable, as is Professional membership of one or more of the following: RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed to VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Oct 19, 2025
Full time
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Planner to join VolkerStevin. The Senior Planner will be the Senior Planner for a number of VolkerStevin projects in the South East region. Under the supervision of the Planning Manager and Project lead to be responsible for implementing the requirements of the project planning/programme requirements in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards, ensuring compliance with the business management systems. The role may also have aspects of team management as and when required. A key part of the role is to establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with the project team, customer, supply chain and the wider planning community, becoming an integrated member of the project team. Key Accountabilities Responsible at TENDER STAG to the Planning Manager and Bid Manager for the range of activities involved in the project planning life cycle, which includes: Ensuring that the programme content is functionally compliant with the planning procedures and guidance Identifying planning scope, programme constraints and contract requirements Identifying major quantities and factors that may affect the programme Establishing and agreeing construction outputs, project calendars and working hours with operational support and Estimator Develop key methods of construction, sequencing, installation and commissioning works and agree with operational support and the Bid Team Producing and documenting the planning deliverables including tender planning worksheet, presentations, reports and drive the planning philosophy/strategy Produce the Tender Programme and supporting information in accordance with the tender requirements Actively value engineering alternatives and identify risks/opportunities Generation of time risk quantum and strategy for delivery stage for approval by the Planning Manager/Bid Manager Reconciling VolkerStevin and sub-contract plant/labour and major material elements with the Estimator Apply resource levelling techniques during programme production for labour, plant and materials Interfacing with third parties to identify and resolve issues Meets deadlines through effective time management Effectively communicates the planning and programme elements at the tender handover meeting. In addition to the above, at CONTRACT STAGE the Planner is accountable to the Planning Manager and Project Lead for: Ensuring that the Contract Programme is produced, managed and maintained in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards The overall planning strategy and the timing/sequence of the contract programme activities Maintaining the planning deliverables in the timeframe agreed with the Project Team. These include monthly contract programme updates, monthly programme reporting and submission documentation The issue and communication of the Contract Programme to the Project Lead for onward issue to Client and Project Team In general, the Planner will: Be a proficient user of the VolkerStevin suite of planning software and provide guidance to others Actively develop their knowledge and experience of planning techniques, tools and competencies Continually develop construction techniques knowledge and experience Working knowledge of various forms of contract, specifications, methods of measurements, ECI experience, procedures and have the ability to direct focus of teams to required output Manage file and data storage within workspace/Asite Be an active member of the VolkerStevin and VolkerWessels Planning Community About you Construction Knowledge - Have a broad knowledge of various construction methods and techniques Risk & Opportunity - Be able to develop the project time risk strategy and seek opportunity Digital Planning - Proficient user of planning software and reports Commercial Knowledge - Have practical experience of various contract and programme/planning requirements within contract Communication - Active part of the project team with effective communication skills both written and oral. Teamwork & Collaboration - Puts aside personal agenda to work for the benefit of all stakeholders. Actively builds knowledge through sharing experience, ideas and expertise with others A Degree or HND in a relevant subject is desirable, as is Professional membership of one or more of the following: RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed to VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
A multi-disciplinary construction consultancy with a diverse and supportive team is seeking a Building Surveyor to join their Kent office. This role is ideal for a Building Surveyor who values autonomy and collaboration, offering a varied workload and the chance for continuous progression under the leadership of an open-minded MD focused on exploring innovative approaches. The Building Surveyor Role The successful Building Surveyor will manage a portfolio of mixed clients, including freeholders, developers, building managers, and public sector entities, across a range of building and property types. This role includes delivering contract administration services, conducting building safety assessments, and applying building pathology to diagnose issues and manage project delivery effectively. Key Responsibilities Provide contract administration services and lead on various project stages Assist with building safety initiatives and implement building pathology skills for diagnostics Develop and maintain strong client relationships, while identifying opportunities for new business Work across a broad portfolio of clients and property types to deliver successful project outcomes The Ideal Building Surveyor MRICS qualification (preferred but not essential) RICS-accredited degree Experience in a construction-focused practice, ideally with public sector project exposure Ability to maintain existing client relationships while seeking out new opportunities In Return? Salary: 45,000 - 65,000 Holiday: 28 days plus additional days over Christmas and your birthday off Pension contributions and private medical insurance Additional benefits supporting a balanced and fulfilling work experience If you'd like to know more about this role or any other Building Surveying position, then get in touch below. Chris van Aurich - (phone number removed) Building Surveyor Qualified Building Surveyor Surveyor Chartered Building Surveyor Senior Building Surveyor
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
A multi-disciplinary construction consultancy with a diverse and supportive team is seeking a Building Surveyor to join their Kent office. This role is ideal for a Building Surveyor who values autonomy and collaboration, offering a varied workload and the chance for continuous progression under the leadership of an open-minded MD focused on exploring innovative approaches. The Building Surveyor Role The successful Building Surveyor will manage a portfolio of mixed clients, including freeholders, developers, building managers, and public sector entities, across a range of building and property types. This role includes delivering contract administration services, conducting building safety assessments, and applying building pathology to diagnose issues and manage project delivery effectively. Key Responsibilities Provide contract administration services and lead on various project stages Assist with building safety initiatives and implement building pathology skills for diagnostics Develop and maintain strong client relationships, while identifying opportunities for new business Work across a broad portfolio of clients and property types to deliver successful project outcomes The Ideal Building Surveyor MRICS qualification (preferred but not essential) RICS-accredited degree Experience in a construction-focused practice, ideally with public sector project exposure Ability to maintain existing client relationships while seeking out new opportunities In Return? Salary: 45,000 - 65,000 Holiday: 28 days plus additional days over Christmas and your birthday off Pension contributions and private medical insurance Additional benefits supporting a balanced and fulfilling work experience If you'd like to know more about this role or any other Building Surveying position, then get in touch below. Chris van Aurich - (phone number removed) Building Surveyor Qualified Building Surveyor Surveyor Chartered Building Surveyor Senior Building Surveyor
Cost Manager job vacancy for Cost Managers with infrastructure / civil engineering consultancy experience. Based in London and South East England. Fantastic new opportunities to work for a premium international cost and contracts consultancy on major civil engineering and infrastructure projects in London and around the UK. Current live projects include aviation and airports, new railway construction projects, water and water frameworks, major road projects, ongoing highway frameworks and significant bridge and tunnel construction projects. This Cost Manager job offers the opportunity to work across a variety of standalone projects and long-term ongoing frameworks, encompassing nearly all aspects of UK infrastructure construction and renewal work. A brief example of recent, current and future projects include: High Speed 2 / HS2 and other rail upgrade projects Major aviation expansion and renewal projects Ongoing water framework projects and AMP 8 water framework partner work New infrastructure crossing the Thames in London A variety of one-off major road and highway projects as well as confirmed highway frameworks Responsibilities and Duties In this Cost Manager role you will develop your client facing and leadership skills to build and maintain strong professional relationships and ensure effective communication with clients, colleagues and other parties involved in projects and programmes being supported. Assist with the administration of the NEC contract and other contract types in line with project objectives and policies. Assist with providing accurate project cost monitoring, forecasting and reporting throughout the project lifecycle to completion in line with budget. Assist with managing cost variance and contract cash flow, ensuring that the applications made are both correct and timely. Collaborate with client and contractor teams to manage the delivery of project deliverables, KPIs, and objectives, including programme performance, cost control, and value engineering. Assist with contract changes effectively, ensuring that projects remain within governance and adopt best practice Assist with providing sound commercial knowledge and support to all stakeholders Assist with the progress of final accounts during negotiation and ensure final agreement and settlement Assist with management of commissions as required Assist with preparing tender enquiry packages and review tenders. Assist with conducting feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis. Assist with assessing claims submitted Help with approving monthly valuations submitted Assist with assessing and approving variations submitted Desired Skills and Experience It is understood that applicants may not have all the required experience in all the areas listed below, and training can be provided in some areas. Assistance with APC is offered and there is an established internal training scheme that offers structured assistance and a very high pass rate. It is essential to be able to demonstrate excellent communication and client facing skills. It is desirable for suitable Cost Managers to have had some experience of some of the duties listed below. Change control experience Pricing experience Cost reporting experience Some experience of undertaking collaborative working Some experience of undertaking Contract Management duties, ideally under NEC3 form of contract Candidates with high quality and high value contracting experience with a leading UK or international civil engineering contractor are also invited to apply Qualifications/Educational Requirements A degree in Quantity Surveying, cost management or commercial management or equivalent is desired Assistance with achieving MRICS through the APC route can be provided to candidate able to show their commitment to work towards this status Employing Company Overview and Profile This Cost Management and Contracts Management employer is a premium name in UK construction consultancy. This employer's broader business capability encompasses a variety of UK and international business units including project management, programme management, cost management and quantity surveying, commercial management, project controls, procurement and supply chain management. This Senior Cost Manager job role is to work within the civil engineering and infrastructure division of their cost and contracts consultancy part of the company, that employs hundreds of Quantity Surveyors, Cost Managers and Contracts professionals dedicated to working on rail, airport, road, bridge, water and related civil engineering infrastructure projects. Cost Manager jobs and project locations include being office based in Central London, and visiting selected sites and clients across the Southeast of England including locations in Essex, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire. Additional Benefits Package and Incentives Generous basic salary Private medical insurance Health & life insurances Contact Steve Thomas for more information.
Oct 05, 2025
Full time
Cost Manager job vacancy for Cost Managers with infrastructure / civil engineering consultancy experience. Based in London and South East England. Fantastic new opportunities to work for a premium international cost and contracts consultancy on major civil engineering and infrastructure projects in London and around the UK. Current live projects include aviation and airports, new railway construction projects, water and water frameworks, major road projects, ongoing highway frameworks and significant bridge and tunnel construction projects. This Cost Manager job offers the opportunity to work across a variety of standalone projects and long-term ongoing frameworks, encompassing nearly all aspects of UK infrastructure construction and renewal work. A brief example of recent, current and future projects include: High Speed 2 / HS2 and other rail upgrade projects Major aviation expansion and renewal projects Ongoing water framework projects and AMP 8 water framework partner work New infrastructure crossing the Thames in London A variety of one-off major road and highway projects as well as confirmed highway frameworks Responsibilities and Duties In this Cost Manager role you will develop your client facing and leadership skills to build and maintain strong professional relationships and ensure effective communication with clients, colleagues and other parties involved in projects and programmes being supported. Assist with the administration of the NEC contract and other contract types in line with project objectives and policies. Assist with providing accurate project cost monitoring, forecasting and reporting throughout the project lifecycle to completion in line with budget. Assist with managing cost variance and contract cash flow, ensuring that the applications made are both correct and timely. Collaborate with client and contractor teams to manage the delivery of project deliverables, KPIs, and objectives, including programme performance, cost control, and value engineering. Assist with contract changes effectively, ensuring that projects remain within governance and adopt best practice Assist with providing sound commercial knowledge and support to all stakeholders Assist with the progress of final accounts during negotiation and ensure final agreement and settlement Assist with management of commissions as required Assist with preparing tender enquiry packages and review tenders. Assist with conducting feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis. Assist with assessing claims submitted Help with approving monthly valuations submitted Assist with assessing and approving variations submitted Desired Skills and Experience It is understood that applicants may not have all the required experience in all the areas listed below, and training can be provided in some areas. Assistance with APC is offered and there is an established internal training scheme that offers structured assistance and a very high pass rate. It is essential to be able to demonstrate excellent communication and client facing skills. It is desirable for suitable Cost Managers to have had some experience of some of the duties listed below. Change control experience Pricing experience Cost reporting experience Some experience of undertaking collaborative working Some experience of undertaking Contract Management duties, ideally under NEC3 form of contract Candidates with high quality and high value contracting experience with a leading UK or international civil engineering contractor are also invited to apply Qualifications/Educational Requirements A degree in Quantity Surveying, cost management or commercial management or equivalent is desired Assistance with achieving MRICS through the APC route can be provided to candidate able to show their commitment to work towards this status Employing Company Overview and Profile This Cost Management and Contracts Management employer is a premium name in UK construction consultancy. This employer's broader business capability encompasses a variety of UK and international business units including project management, programme management, cost management and quantity surveying, commercial management, project controls, procurement and supply chain management. This Senior Cost Manager job role is to work within the civil engineering and infrastructure division of their cost and contracts consultancy part of the company, that employs hundreds of Quantity Surveyors, Cost Managers and Contracts professionals dedicated to working on rail, airport, road, bridge, water and related civil engineering infrastructure projects. Cost Manager jobs and project locations include being office based in Central London, and visiting selected sites and clients across the Southeast of England including locations in Essex, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire. Additional Benefits Package and Incentives Generous basic salary Private medical insurance Health & life insurances Contact Steve Thomas for more information.
Job Title: Health, Safety and Environmental Manager Location: South-East Salary: Up to 74,000 per annum plus additional benefits Organisation Type: House Builder/Developer Contract Type: Permanent About the Role: We are seeking a proactive and experienced Health, Safety and Environmental Manager to join our team at a well-established housing association based in the South-East. The business is a land-led housebuilder and developer with a vertically integrated model, with approximately 47% of operations are in-house, covering everything from land acquisition, planning, civil engineering, and timber frame manufacturing to drylining, joinery, and customer care. This integrated approach allows there to be an overall better control over quality, efficiency, and safety, which is different from other housebuilders. We are looking someone ideally based somewhere in the South-East, as this is where projects are as it stands. It will be a visible leadership role with regular site presence, but you also offer hybrid working. This is a critical second-in-command position, supporting the Group HSEQ Director. The right candidate will be someone with broad construction safety experience who can operate independently and have oversight over multiple branches of the business. Key Responsibilities: Oversight of H&S across multiple business units, including manufacturing sites Supporting live construction projects from pre-construction through handover- working closely with contract managers and key stakeholders Investigating incidents, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions. Assisting with SSIP, ISO, and client compliance requirements. Managing advisors and ensuring consistent site safety practices (RAMS, daily activity briefings, toolbox talks, etc.). Person Specification: Seasoned HSE Manager with demonstrable experience in housebuilding or construction environments. NEBOSH Construction preferred (General considered with relevant experience). Strong understanding of CDM, principal contractor duties, and HSE regulations. Comfortable leading investigations and guiding site teams on best practice. Based in Kent or surrounding areas, ideally North/Central Kent (due to site locations and travel demands). Previous exposure to modular/timber frame environments would be beneficial. If you are interested in finding out more, please apply or reach out to (url removed) (phone number removed).
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Health, Safety and Environmental Manager Location: South-East Salary: Up to 74,000 per annum plus additional benefits Organisation Type: House Builder/Developer Contract Type: Permanent About the Role: We are seeking a proactive and experienced Health, Safety and Environmental Manager to join our team at a well-established housing association based in the South-East. The business is a land-led housebuilder and developer with a vertically integrated model, with approximately 47% of operations are in-house, covering everything from land acquisition, planning, civil engineering, and timber frame manufacturing to drylining, joinery, and customer care. This integrated approach allows there to be an overall better control over quality, efficiency, and safety, which is different from other housebuilders. We are looking someone ideally based somewhere in the South-East, as this is where projects are as it stands. It will be a visible leadership role with regular site presence, but you also offer hybrid working. This is a critical second-in-command position, supporting the Group HSEQ Director. The right candidate will be someone with broad construction safety experience who can operate independently and have oversight over multiple branches of the business. Key Responsibilities: Oversight of H&S across multiple business units, including manufacturing sites Supporting live construction projects from pre-construction through handover- working closely with contract managers and key stakeholders Investigating incidents, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions. Assisting with SSIP, ISO, and client compliance requirements. Managing advisors and ensuring consistent site safety practices (RAMS, daily activity briefings, toolbox talks, etc.). Person Specification: Seasoned HSE Manager with demonstrable experience in housebuilding or construction environments. NEBOSH Construction preferred (General considered with relevant experience). Strong understanding of CDM, principal contractor duties, and HSE regulations. Comfortable leading investigations and guiding site teams on best practice. Based in Kent or surrounding areas, ideally North/Central Kent (due to site locations and travel demands). Previous exposure to modular/timber frame environments would be beneficial. If you are interested in finding out more, please apply or reach out to (url removed) (phone number removed).
Construction Project Manager (Commercial / Residential) 45,000- 55,000 + Hybrid + Flexible Hours + Progression + Training + Company Benefits Bromley- with local travel Are you a Construction Project Manager or similar from a Commercial / Residential background looking for a dynamic role within a well-established Contractor working with a broad client base across the South East, offering full autonomy to oversee project delivery and to continually progress your career? This well-established Contractor work in numerous sectors across the UK and Ireland, primarily Commercial and Residential. They have continually grown in recent years whilst maintaining a loyal client base, and due to an ever increasing workload they are looking to grow their Project Management team. In this varied role you will be responsible for leading Construction projects from inception through to completion, ranging in scope and scale (anywhere from 2m- 10m). You will oversee multiple sites simultaneously as you liaise with site teams, clients and key stakeholders to ensure on time and within budget delivery. You will work at sites across the South East (London, Kent, Surrey etc.) in addition to spending some time in the office. This varied role would suit a Construction Project Manager looking for an autonomous role working on a range of projects within a well-established company who offer flexible working and a bonus to increase your earnings. The Role: Head up a range of Commercial and Residential projects - ranging from 2m- 10m Responsible for delivery on time and within budget- multiple sites simultaneously Oversee site supervisors, liaise with key stakeholders and other departments Flexible and Hybrid working available Travel to sites around London, Surrey and Kent The Person: Construction Project Manager Commercial / Residential background Commutable to Bromley, happy to undertake local travel Reference number: BBBH20938 Project, Manager, Construction, PM, Contracts, Electrical, Industrial, Commercial, Residential, Hybrid, Leadership, Consultancy, GOs, NGOs, Site, Budget, Tenders, South East, London, Kent, Surrey, Essex If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Aug 26, 2025
Full time
Construction Project Manager (Commercial / Residential) 45,000- 55,000 + Hybrid + Flexible Hours + Progression + Training + Company Benefits Bromley- with local travel Are you a Construction Project Manager or similar from a Commercial / Residential background looking for a dynamic role within a well-established Contractor working with a broad client base across the South East, offering full autonomy to oversee project delivery and to continually progress your career? This well-established Contractor work in numerous sectors across the UK and Ireland, primarily Commercial and Residential. They have continually grown in recent years whilst maintaining a loyal client base, and due to an ever increasing workload they are looking to grow their Project Management team. In this varied role you will be responsible for leading Construction projects from inception through to completion, ranging in scope and scale (anywhere from 2m- 10m). You will oversee multiple sites simultaneously as you liaise with site teams, clients and key stakeholders to ensure on time and within budget delivery. You will work at sites across the South East (London, Kent, Surrey etc.) in addition to spending some time in the office. This varied role would suit a Construction Project Manager looking for an autonomous role working on a range of projects within a well-established company who offer flexible working and a bonus to increase your earnings. The Role: Head up a range of Commercial and Residential projects - ranging from 2m- 10m Responsible for delivery on time and within budget- multiple sites simultaneously Oversee site supervisors, liaise with key stakeholders and other departments Flexible and Hybrid working available Travel to sites around London, Surrey and Kent The Person: Construction Project Manager Commercial / Residential background Commutable to Bromley, happy to undertake local travel Reference number: BBBH20938 Project, Manager, Construction, PM, Contracts, Electrical, Industrial, Commercial, Residential, Hybrid, Leadership, Consultancy, GOs, NGOs, Site, Budget, Tenders, South East, London, Kent, Surrey, Essex If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team that manages and improves one of the busiest motorways in Europe - the M25.
We are looking for a TUNNEL MAINTENANCE CIVIL OPERATIVE to join us to work in Hatfield.
Role Purpose:
* To assist in the efficient operation of the M25 Tunnels and the M25 Pump Stations by undertaking maintenance and other tasks as required by the Maintenance Supervisor.
What you'll be doing
As a TUNNEL MAINTENANCE CIVIL OPERATIVE, you will have the following accountabilities:
* Reporting to the Tunnel Maintenance (Senior) Supervisor
* To oversee the correct operation of the tunnel vehicles by appointed agency drivers ensuring pre-requisite checks are carried out before and after vehicle use.
* To drive the tunnel vehicles when required, either on planned maintenance closures or on reactive works.
* To assist Tunnel Maintenance Technicians with completion, carry of maintenance tasks
* To complete daily worksheets, and maintenance report sheets where applicable to your works e.g. drive through sheets. vehicle checks etc
* To observe all safety procedures and instructions
* To provide escort to appointed sub contractors ensuring that they are compliant with site rules.
* Carry out any work of a manual, semi-skilled or skilled nature of any type of trade description (including out of trade work) under the instructions of the Tunnel Maintenance Supervisor
* Any other duties within your capacity as when required by the Line Managers
* Live Connect Plus Services Values and Behaviours
* Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm
* Support the delivery of the business Sustainability activities
Who we're looking for
Personal attributes:
* HGV Class 2 professional driving license
* Valid CPC Drivers Card
* Good customer service skills
* Ability to work under pressure
* A confident and professional manner
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
* Ability to work collaboratively in a complex matrix structure
* Team player
* A clear and thorough communication style
* Clean UK Drivers License
Skills and Qualifications
IPAF Trained for MEWPS & Booms
Confined space trained
CSCS Safety Card or equivalent
All round experience of tunnels maintenance regimes.
Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation
Ability to work without direct supervision when requested.
Operate Connect Plus Services vehicles as required and adhere to the company policies
Ability to comply with additional training requirements for sector scheme (sector 22).
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Balfour Beatty is part of a consortium that comprises Connect Plus Services (CPS), together with Atkins and Egis Road Operations UK.
CPS has a 30-year contract with Connect Plus on behalf of Highways England. The contract, which started in September 2009, is to maintain and operate the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, a network of 440km across six counties. CPS also has responsibility for the Dartford River Crossing in Kent, comprising both Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge.
With a staff of around 600 people, based at seven locations across the network, CPS carries out routine maintenance and whole-life management of the thousands of M25 assets. CPS manages the operation of the network 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a severe weather season maintenance programme. CPS is identifying ways of reducing delays and improving journey time reliability across its road network.
Balfour Beatty is a corporate signatory to WISE (Women in Science & Engineering). Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture. We are a member of the workingmums Top Employers' Charter through which we demonstrate our commitment to enabling parents to progress and enhance their careers whilst managing the challenges of family life.
Balfour Beatty is also Gold Award holders in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists
Nov 09, 2020
Permanent
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team that manages and improves one of the busiest motorways in Europe - the M25.
We are looking for a TUNNEL MAINTENANCE CIVIL OPERATIVE to join us to work in Hatfield.
Role Purpose:
* To assist in the efficient operation of the M25 Tunnels and the M25 Pump Stations by undertaking maintenance and other tasks as required by the Maintenance Supervisor.
What you'll be doing
As a TUNNEL MAINTENANCE CIVIL OPERATIVE, you will have the following accountabilities:
* Reporting to the Tunnel Maintenance (Senior) Supervisor
* To oversee the correct operation of the tunnel vehicles by appointed agency drivers ensuring pre-requisite checks are carried out before and after vehicle use.
* To drive the tunnel vehicles when required, either on planned maintenance closures or on reactive works.
* To assist Tunnel Maintenance Technicians with completion, carry of maintenance tasks
* To complete daily worksheets, and maintenance report sheets where applicable to your works e.g. drive through sheets. vehicle checks etc
* To observe all safety procedures and instructions
* To provide escort to appointed sub contractors ensuring that they are compliant with site rules.
* Carry out any work of a manual, semi-skilled or skilled nature of any type of trade description (including out of trade work) under the instructions of the Tunnel Maintenance Supervisor
* Any other duties within your capacity as when required by the Line Managers
* Live Connect Plus Services Values and Behaviours
* Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm
* Support the delivery of the business Sustainability activities
Who we're looking for
Personal attributes:
* HGV Class 2 professional driving license
* Valid CPC Drivers Card
* Good customer service skills
* Ability to work under pressure
* A confident and professional manner
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
* Ability to work collaboratively in a complex matrix structure
* Team player
* A clear and thorough communication style
* Clean UK Drivers License
Skills and Qualifications
IPAF Trained for MEWPS & Booms
Confined space trained
CSCS Safety Card or equivalent
All round experience of tunnels maintenance regimes.
Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation
Ability to work without direct supervision when requested.
Operate Connect Plus Services vehicles as required and adhere to the company policies
Ability to comply with additional training requirements for sector scheme (sector 22).
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Balfour Beatty is part of a consortium that comprises Connect Plus Services (CPS), together with Atkins and Egis Road Operations UK.
CPS has a 30-year contract with Connect Plus on behalf of Highways England. The contract, which started in September 2009, is to maintain and operate the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, a network of 440km across six counties. CPS also has responsibility for the Dartford River Crossing in Kent, comprising both Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge.
With a staff of around 600 people, based at seven locations across the network, CPS carries out routine maintenance and whole-life management of the thousands of M25 assets. CPS manages the operation of the network 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a severe weather season maintenance programme. CPS is identifying ways of reducing delays and improving journey time reliability across its road network.
Balfour Beatty is a corporate signatory to WISE (Women in Science & Engineering). Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture. We are a member of the workingmums Top Employers' Charter through which we demonstrate our commitment to enabling parents to progress and enhance their careers whilst managing the challenges of family life.
Balfour Beatty is also Gold Award holders in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team that manages and improves one of the busiest motorways in Europe - the M25.
Connect Plus has a 30-year contract with Highways England to manage and improve the M25 network, one of the busiest motorways in Europe, on behalf of Highways England.
Connect Plus Services is responsible for operating and maintaining the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads on behalf of Connect Plus and Highways England.
We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Dartford office. You will be working with the commercial team who is responsible for reactive duties on the M25 including incidents and minor works so the commercial team is working on high-volume, low-value packages.
Role Purpose:
To provide assistance to the Commercial/quantity surveying team in relation to commercial & contractual control and support the co-ordination of the efforts of all parties involved in the execution of a specific project or range of projects.
What you'll be doing
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will have the following accountabilities:
* Carry out tasks as instructed by various members of the Commercial/quantity surveying team, such as measurement for valuations
* Ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with standard company QHSE procedures and work instructions
* Assist in the management and maintenance of the contract cost reporting system as directed by the line manager
* Prepare cash flows for payments in and out
* Prepare accurate forecasts of project cost to completion and final value
* Assist with sub-contract tender process and support the preparation of sub-contract documentation
* Prepare payment certificates for sub-contract work
* Prepare interim applications for payment
* Valuations of variations
* Assist with the preparation of valuations and claims, ensuring that they are supported by relevant records
Who we're looking for
You will have the following qualities and experience:
* Relevant experience in quantity surveying is required. Membership of a relevant professional body and/or working towards a relevant professional qualification is desirable, such as RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/InstCES
* A valid CSCS card is required
* Knowledge of the tendering process
* Knowledge of the various forms of contract used across the industry
* Knowledge and understanding of commercial management of Construction projects and the construction process in general
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Balfour Beatty is part of a consortium that comprises Connect Plus Services (CPS), together with Atkins and Egis Road Operations UK.
CPS has a 30-year contract with Connect Plus on behalf of Highways England. The contract, which started in September 2009, is to maintain and operate the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, a network of 440km across six counties. CPS also has responsibility for the Dartford River Crossing in Kent, comprising both Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge.
With a staff of around 600 people, based at seven locations across the network, CPS carries out routine maintenance and whole-life management of the thousands of M25 assets. CPS manages the operation of the network 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a severe weather season maintenance programme. CPS is identifying ways of reducing delays and improving journey time reliability across its road network.
Balfour Beatty is a corporate signatory to WISE (Women in Science & Engineering). Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture. We are a member of the workingmums Top Employers' Charter through which we demonstrate our commitment to enabling parents to progress and enhance their careers whilst managing the challenges of family life.
Balfour Beatty is also Gold Award holders in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists
Oct 27, 2020
Permanent
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team that manages and improves one of the busiest motorways in Europe - the M25.
Connect Plus has a 30-year contract with Highways England to manage and improve the M25 network, one of the busiest motorways in Europe, on behalf of Highways England.
Connect Plus Services is responsible for operating and maintaining the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads on behalf of Connect Plus and Highways England.
We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Dartford office. You will be working with the commercial team who is responsible for reactive duties on the M25 including incidents and minor works so the commercial team is working on high-volume, low-value packages.
Role Purpose:
To provide assistance to the Commercial/quantity surveying team in relation to commercial & contractual control and support the co-ordination of the efforts of all parties involved in the execution of a specific project or range of projects.
What you'll be doing
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will have the following accountabilities:
* Carry out tasks as instructed by various members of the Commercial/quantity surveying team, such as measurement for valuations
* Ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with standard company QHSE procedures and work instructions
* Assist in the management and maintenance of the contract cost reporting system as directed by the line manager
* Prepare cash flows for payments in and out
* Prepare accurate forecasts of project cost to completion and final value
* Assist with sub-contract tender process and support the preparation of sub-contract documentation
* Prepare payment certificates for sub-contract work
* Prepare interim applications for payment
* Valuations of variations
* Assist with the preparation of valuations and claims, ensuring that they are supported by relevant records
Who we're looking for
You will have the following qualities and experience:
* Relevant experience in quantity surveying is required. Membership of a relevant professional body and/or working towards a relevant professional qualification is desirable, such as RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/InstCES
* A valid CSCS card is required
* Knowledge of the tendering process
* Knowledge of the various forms of contract used across the industry
* Knowledge and understanding of commercial management of Construction projects and the construction process in general
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Balfour Beatty is part of a consortium that comprises Connect Plus Services (CPS), together with Atkins and Egis Road Operations UK.
CPS has a 30-year contract with Connect Plus on behalf of Highways England. The contract, which started in September 2009, is to maintain and operate the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, a network of 440km across six counties. CPS also has responsibility for the Dartford River Crossing in Kent, comprising both Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge.
With a staff of around 600 people, based at seven locations across the network, CPS carries out routine maintenance and whole-life management of the thousands of M25 assets. CPS manages the operation of the network 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a severe weather season maintenance programme. CPS is identifying ways of reducing delays and improving journey time reliability across its road network.
Balfour Beatty is a corporate signatory to WISE (Women in Science & Engineering). Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture. We are a member of the workingmums Top Employers' Charter through which we demonstrate our commitment to enabling parents to progress and enhance their careers whilst managing the challenges of family life.
Balfour Beatty is also Gold Award holders in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists
About the role
Are you a Highways Maintenance Operative looking for a new and exciting opportunity? If so read on.....
Balfour Beatty currently have an opportunity for a Highways Maintenance Operative to join our Highways Emergency Response Team (ERT) to work in Swanley, Kent.
As part of the Connect Plus Services business based in Swanley, working on the M25, one of the busiest sections of road in the UK and one of the most important, you will be responsible for maintaining all aspects of the M25 network, such as; fixing potholes, repairing barriers, assisting the emergency services, litter picking, winter maintenance and much more.
The successful candidate will be required to work on a 4 on 4 off 12 hour shift rota (5am-5pm/5pm-5am).
To be considered for this opportunity, you MUST have Traffic Management (TMF/LTMO) and a Level 2 NVQ - Safety Fence Barrier qualifications.
What you'll be doing
As a Highways Maintenance Operative you will:
Undertake activities, as instructed, with capabilities to ensure that your area of responsibility is maintained. This will include but not exclusive to:
* cyclical maintenance graffiti removal
* carriageway repairs,
* soft estate maintenance (eg grassland maintenance)
* litter picking,
* sign maintenance
* cleansing
* safety fence repairs
* boundary fence repairs
* civil engineering or building tasks of minor remedial nature (eg headwall repair)
* any other duties allocated by Line Managers.
Who we're looking for
To be successful in this role you will have the following qualifications:
* UK Driving Licence, minimum category C (LGV Class 2)
* Driver Qualification Card
* CSCS Operative Card
* FISS card
* Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Highways Maintenance
* Traffic Management Foreman (TMF) qualification/Lead Traffic Management Operative (LTMO)
* NHSS Sector 2 A/B Fencing qualification Lead Installer Status (to be appointed by the CPS)
* ROLO Sector Scheme 18
* NHSS12A/B 1 Day qualification
* 12AB For Static Temporary Traffic Management on High Speed Roads and All Purose Trunk Road (APTR) network
* NHSS Sector 2 A/B Fencing qualification
* Unit 518 (formerly unit 13) Winter Service Operations and unit 580 (formerly unit 80) Snowplough/ V blade
* Appropriate lifting qualification
* Vehicle Marshall
* 12AB Impact Protection Vehicle Courses (IPV)
* Strimmer
* Disc cutter/abrasive wheel
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Our Highways Business Unit maintain, manage and operate major highway networks across the UK and support local authorities creating communities where people want to live, work and play.
We provide high quality asset strategy, management and planning consultancy services to a wide range of public and private sector customers. We also provide specialist, reliable, sustainable and creative advice for asset management planning and implementation in the UK.
We create safe, flexible and dynamic public spaces. We are right at the heart of a vital place-shaping agenda that brings together local authorities, local communities, central government and the private sector.
The essential work is to keep daily life moving!
We value diversity and celebrate individual differences, believing that our inclusive culture helps the business continue to grow as a strong, dynamic and innovative organisation.
Balfour Beatty is a corporate signatory to WISE (Women in Science & Engineering) and a member of Stonewall's Diversity Champions programme. Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture. We are a member of the workingmums Top Employers' Charter through which we demonstrate our commitment to enabling parents to progress and enhance their careers whilst managing the challenges of family life.
Balfour Beatty is also Gold Award holders in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists
Sep 09, 2020
Permanent
About the role
Are you a Highways Maintenance Operative looking for a new and exciting opportunity? If so read on.....
Balfour Beatty currently have an opportunity for a Highways Maintenance Operative to join our Highways Emergency Response Team (ERT) to work in Swanley, Kent.
As part of the Connect Plus Services business based in Swanley, working on the M25, one of the busiest sections of road in the UK and one of the most important, you will be responsible for maintaining all aspects of the M25 network, such as; fixing potholes, repairing barriers, assisting the emergency services, litter picking, winter maintenance and much more.
The successful candidate will be required to work on a 4 on 4 off 12 hour shift rota (5am-5pm/5pm-5am).
To be considered for this opportunity, you MUST have Traffic Management (TMF/LTMO) and a Level 2 NVQ - Safety Fence Barrier qualifications.
What you'll be doing
As a Highways Maintenance Operative you will:
Undertake activities, as instructed, with capabilities to ensure that your area of responsibility is maintained. This will include but not exclusive to:
* cyclical maintenance graffiti removal
* carriageway repairs,
* soft estate maintenance (eg grassland maintenance)
* litter picking,
* sign maintenance
* cleansing
* safety fence repairs
* boundary fence repairs
* civil engineering or building tasks of minor remedial nature (eg headwall repair)
* any other duties allocated by Line Managers.
Who we're looking for
To be successful in this role you will have the following qualifications:
* UK Driving Licence, minimum category C (LGV Class 2)
* Driver Qualification Card
* CSCS Operative Card
* FISS card
* Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Highways Maintenance
* Traffic Management Foreman (TMF) qualification/Lead Traffic Management Operative (LTMO)
* NHSS Sector 2 A/B Fencing qualification Lead Installer Status (to be appointed by the CPS)
* ROLO Sector Scheme 18
* NHSS12A/B 1 Day qualification
* 12AB For Static Temporary Traffic Management on High Speed Roads and All Purose Trunk Road (APTR) network
* NHSS Sector 2 A/B Fencing qualification
* Unit 518 (formerly unit 13) Winter Service Operations and unit 580 (formerly unit 80) Snowplough/ V blade
* Appropriate lifting qualification
* Vehicle Marshall
* 12AB Impact Protection Vehicle Courses (IPV)
* Strimmer
* Disc cutter/abrasive wheel
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Our Highways Business Unit maintain, manage and operate major highway networks across the UK and support local authorities creating communities where people want to live, work and play.
We provide high quality asset strategy, management and planning consultancy services to a wide range of public and private sector customers. We also provide specialist, reliable, sustainable and creative advice for asset management planning and implementation in the UK.
We create safe, flexible and dynamic public spaces. We are right at the heart of a vital place-shaping agenda that brings together local authorities, local communities, central government and the private sector.
The essential work is to keep daily life moving!
We value diversity and celebrate individual differences, believing that our inclusive culture helps the business continue to grow as a strong, dynamic and innovative organisation.
Balfour Beatty is a corporate signatory to WISE (Women in Science & Engineering) and a member of Stonewall's Diversity Champions programme. Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture. We are a member of the workingmums Top Employers' Charter through which we demonstrate our commitment to enabling parents to progress and enhance their careers whilst managing the challenges of family life.
Balfour Beatty is also Gold Award holders in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team that manages and improves one of the busiest motorways in Europe - the M25.
We are looking for a LEVEL 3 HIGHWAYS MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE to join us to work in Leatherhead.
What you'll be doing
You will have the following accountabilties:
* Undertake activities, as instructed, with capabilities to ensure that your area of responsibility is maintained;
* cyclical maintenance graffiti removal
* carriageway repairs, soft estate maintenance (eg grassland maintenance), litter picking, sign maintenance, cleansing, safety fence repairs, boundary fence repairs, civil engineering or building tasks of minor remedial nature (eg headwall repair),
* Any other duties allocated by Line Managers
* Implement Chapter 8 compliant Traffic Management in line with CPS policies, method statements, risk assessments and industry standards
* Provide accurate and legible written and verbal communication in the form of reports and records as required
* Use mobile communication/data devices to accurately input data for record purposes to form reports and business records as required
Who we're looking for
You will have the following experience:
* UK Driving Licence, minimum category C (LGV Class 2)
* Driver Qualification Card
* CSCS Operative Card
* FISS card
* Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Highways Maintenance
* Traffic Management Foreman (TMF) qualification/Lead Traffic Management Operative (LTMO)
* NHSS Sector 2 A/B Fencing qualification Lead Installer Status (to be appointed by the CPS)
* ROLO Sector Scheme 1
* NHSS12A/B 1 Day qualification
* 12AB For Static Temporary Traffic Management on High Speed Roads and All Purose Trunk Road (APTR) network
* NHSS Sector 2 A/B Fencing qualification
* Unit 518 (formerly unit 13) Winter Service Operations and unit 580 (formerly unit 80) Snowplough/ V blade
* Appropriate lifting qualification
* Vehicle Marshall
* 12AB Impact Protection Vehicle Courses (IPV)
* Strimmer
* Disc cutter/abrasive wheel
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Balfour Beatty is part of a consortium that comprises Connect Plus Services (CPS), together with Atkins and Egis Road Operations UK.
CPS has a 30-year contract with Connect Plus on behalf of Highways England. The contract, which started in September 2009, is to maintain and operate the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, a network of 440km across six counties. CPS also has responsibility for the Dartford River Crossing in Kent, comprising both Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge.
With a staff of around 600 people, based at seven locations across the network, CPS carries out routine maintenance and whole-life management of the thousands of M25 assets. CPS manages the operation of the network 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a severe weather season maintenance programme. CPS is identifying ways of reducing delays and improving journey time reliability across its road network.
Balfour Beatty is a corporate signatory to WISE (Women in Science & Engineering). Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture. We are a member of the workingmums Top Employers' Charter through which we demonstrate our commitment to enabling parents to progress and enhance their careers whilst managing the challenges of family life.
Balfour Beatty is also Gold Award holders in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists
Sep 09, 2020
Permanent
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team that manages and improves one of the busiest motorways in Europe - the M25.
We are looking for a LEVEL 3 HIGHWAYS MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE to join us to work in Leatherhead.
What you'll be doing
You will have the following accountabilties:
* Undertake activities, as instructed, with capabilities to ensure that your area of responsibility is maintained;
* cyclical maintenance graffiti removal
* carriageway repairs, soft estate maintenance (eg grassland maintenance), litter picking, sign maintenance, cleansing, safety fence repairs, boundary fence repairs, civil engineering or building tasks of minor remedial nature (eg headwall repair),
* Any other duties allocated by Line Managers
* Implement Chapter 8 compliant Traffic Management in line with CPS policies, method statements, risk assessments and industry standards
* Provide accurate and legible written and verbal communication in the form of reports and records as required
* Use mobile communication/data devices to accurately input data for record purposes to form reports and business records as required
Who we're looking for
You will have the following experience:
* UK Driving Licence, minimum category C (LGV Class 2)
* Driver Qualification Card
* CSCS Operative Card
* FISS card
* Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Highways Maintenance
* Traffic Management Foreman (TMF) qualification/Lead Traffic Management Operative (LTMO)
* NHSS Sector 2 A/B Fencing qualification Lead Installer Status (to be appointed by the CPS)
* ROLO Sector Scheme 1
* NHSS12A/B 1 Day qualification
* 12AB For Static Temporary Traffic Management on High Speed Roads and All Purose Trunk Road (APTR) network
* NHSS Sector 2 A/B Fencing qualification
* Unit 518 (formerly unit 13) Winter Service Operations and unit 580 (formerly unit 80) Snowplough/ V blade
* Appropriate lifting qualification
* Vehicle Marshall
* 12AB Impact Protection Vehicle Courses (IPV)
* Strimmer
* Disc cutter/abrasive wheel
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Balfour Beatty is part of a consortium that comprises Connect Plus Services (CPS), together with Atkins and Egis Road Operations UK.
CPS has a 30-year contract with Connect Plus on behalf of Highways England. The contract, which started in September 2009, is to maintain and operate the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, a network of 440km across six counties. CPS also has responsibility for the Dartford River Crossing in Kent, comprising both Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge.
With a staff of around 600 people, based at seven locations across the network, CPS carries out routine maintenance and whole-life management of the thousands of M25 assets. CPS manages the operation of the network 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a severe weather season maintenance programme. CPS is identifying ways of reducing delays and improving journey time reliability across its road network.
Balfour Beatty is a corporate signatory to WISE (Women in Science & Engineering). Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture. We are a member of the workingmums Top Employers' Charter through which we demonstrate our commitment to enabling parents to progress and enhance their careers whilst managing the challenges of family life.
Balfour Beatty is also Gold Award holders in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team that manages and improves one of the busiest motorways in Europe - the M25.
We are looking for a LEVEL 2 MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE to join us to work in Leatherhead.
What you'll be doing
You will have the following accountabilities:
* Undertake activities, as instructed, with capabilities to ensure that your area of responsibility is maintained;
* Cyclical maintenance graffiti removal;
* Carriageway repairs, soft estate maintenance (e.g. grassland maintenance), litter picking, sign maintenance, cleansing, safety fence repairs, boundary fence repairs, civil engineering or building tasks of minor remedial nature (eg headwall repair);
* Any other duties allocated by Line Managers;
* Implement Chapter 8 compliant Traffic Management in line with CPS policies, method statements, risk assessments and industry standards;
* Provide accurate and legible written and verbal communication in the form of reports and records;
* Use mobile communication/data devices to accurately input data for record purposes to form reports and business records;
* Undertake routine vehicle checks and maintain accurate and up to date driving records in line with legislation in accordance with CPS procedures and legislation;
* Taking due care of any CPS property including but not limited to tablets, vehicles and radios;
* Raise awareness of issues which may affect the safe operation of the network and report these as observed;
* Check that Traffic Management signs, equipment and materials are carried on vehicles in line with current Maintenance checklist and are in working order, restock and record and report defects as appropriate.
Who we're looking for
You will have the following experience:
* UK Driving Licence, minimum category C (LGV Class 2)
* Driver Qualification Card
* CSCS Operative Card
* FISS cardAcc Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Highways Maintenance
* Traffic Management Foreman (TMF) qualification/Lead Traffic
* Management Operative (LTMO) OR hold a 360 excavator competence AND 2B VRS Basic & ABC/CCB
* ROLO Sector Scheme 18
* NHSS12A/B 1 Day qualification
* 12AB For Static Temporary Traffic Management on High Speed Roads and All Purose Trunk Road (APTR) network
* NHSS Sector 2 A/B Fencing qualification
* Unit 518 (formerly unit 13) Winter Service Operations and unit 580 (formerly unit 80) Snowplough/ V blade
* Appropriate lifting qualification
* Vehicle Marshall
* 12AB Impact Protection Vehicle Courses (IPV)
* Strimmer
* Disc cutter/abrasive wheel
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Balfour Beatty is part of a consortium that comprises Connect Plus Services (CPS), together with Atkins and Egis Road Operations UK.
CPS has a 30-year contract with Connect Plus on behalf of Highways England. The contract, which started in September 2009, is to maintain and operate the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, a network of 440km across six counties. CPS also has responsibility for the Dartford River Crossing in Kent, comprising both Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge.
With a staff of around 600 people, based at seven locations across the network, CPS carries out routine maintenance and whole-life management of the thousands of M25 assets. CPS manages the operation of the network 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a severe weather season maintenance programme. CPS is identifying ways of reducing delays and improving journey time reliability across its road network.
Balfour Beatty is a corporate signatory to WISE (Women in Science & Engineering). Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture. We are a member of the workingmums Top Employers' Charter through which we demonstrate our commitment to enabling parents to progress and enhance their careers whilst managing the challenges of family life.
Balfour Beatty is also Gold Award holders in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists
Sep 09, 2020
Permanent
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team that manages and improves one of the busiest motorways in Europe - the M25.
We are looking for a LEVEL 2 MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE to join us to work in Leatherhead.
What you'll be doing
You will have the following accountabilities:
* Undertake activities, as instructed, with capabilities to ensure that your area of responsibility is maintained;
* Cyclical maintenance graffiti removal;
* Carriageway repairs, soft estate maintenance (e.g. grassland maintenance), litter picking, sign maintenance, cleansing, safety fence repairs, boundary fence repairs, civil engineering or building tasks of minor remedial nature (eg headwall repair);
* Any other duties allocated by Line Managers;
* Implement Chapter 8 compliant Traffic Management in line with CPS policies, method statements, risk assessments and industry standards;
* Provide accurate and legible written and verbal communication in the form of reports and records;
* Use mobile communication/data devices to accurately input data for record purposes to form reports and business records;
* Undertake routine vehicle checks and maintain accurate and up to date driving records in line with legislation in accordance with CPS procedures and legislation;
* Taking due care of any CPS property including but not limited to tablets, vehicles and radios;
* Raise awareness of issues which may affect the safe operation of the network and report these as observed;
* Check that Traffic Management signs, equipment and materials are carried on vehicles in line with current Maintenance checklist and are in working order, restock and record and report defects as appropriate.
Who we're looking for
You will have the following experience:
* UK Driving Licence, minimum category C (LGV Class 2)
* Driver Qualification Card
* CSCS Operative Card
* FISS cardAcc Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Highways Maintenance
* Traffic Management Foreman (TMF) qualification/Lead Traffic
* Management Operative (LTMO) OR hold a 360 excavator competence AND 2B VRS Basic & ABC/CCB
* ROLO Sector Scheme 18
* NHSS12A/B 1 Day qualification
* 12AB For Static Temporary Traffic Management on High Speed Roads and All Purose Trunk Road (APTR) network
* NHSS Sector 2 A/B Fencing qualification
* Unit 518 (formerly unit 13) Winter Service Operations and unit 580 (formerly unit 80) Snowplough/ V blade
* Appropriate lifting qualification
* Vehicle Marshall
* 12AB Impact Protection Vehicle Courses (IPV)
* Strimmer
* Disc cutter/abrasive wheel
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Balfour Beatty is part of a consortium that comprises Connect Plus Services (CPS), together with Atkins and Egis Road Operations UK.
CPS has a 30-year contract with Connect Plus on behalf of Highways England. The contract, which started in September 2009, is to maintain and operate the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, a network of 440km across six counties. CPS also has responsibility for the Dartford River Crossing in Kent, comprising both Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge.
With a staff of around 600 people, based at seven locations across the network, CPS carries out routine maintenance and whole-life management of the thousands of M25 assets. CPS manages the operation of the network 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a severe weather season maintenance programme. CPS is identifying ways of reducing delays and improving journey time reliability across its road network.
Balfour Beatty is a corporate signatory to WISE (Women in Science & Engineering). Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture. We are a member of the workingmums Top Employers' Charter through which we demonstrate our commitment to enabling parents to progress and enhance their careers whilst managing the challenges of family life.
Balfour Beatty is also Gold Award holders in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists
Project Manager - Construction / Site Management
Location: Kent and Sussex Region
Salary: £42,000 per annum
Contract: Full time, Permanent
We are Gov Facility Service Ltd, a non-profit company owned entirely by the Ministry of Justice, supplying facilities management services to 50 prisons over the South and East of the UK with an employee count of 1400.
We are seeking a Project Manager to act as the operational lead and focal point for the Kent and Sussex Region. You will work with the Senior Project Manager, to manage the successful delivery of individual or programmes of projects within the region and cluster of sites.
You will be an exceptional Project Manager at the top of your game, with at least 2 years previous experience in a similar role. Strong stakeholder management and understanding the customers' needs is crucial for the success of this role.
Why join us?
* In addition to the below we have been identified as key workers during the Covid-19 pandemic, due to the critical work that we undertake to maintain the prison estate, and so the stability and security that we offer to employees is even more relevant than ever *
You will be joining a core part of the public sector, and as a government employee can be assured of the job security and stability that the volatile private sector simply can't provide. You will have a consistent place of work, a supportive team around you, and be valued for your skill and experience, rather than forced to focus on profit margins for shareholders.
If you are successful, you will be offered a competitive salary along with 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and entry into our pension scheme from day one.
You must be able to demonstrate the following Qualifications and Experience:
* Experienced in managing low value, high volume minor work projects (Essential)
* Experiencing in communicating with and managing remote workers (Essential)
* Manage projects from concept stage through to completion and handover
* The ability to discuss with contractors on tender the full requirements and understand and deal with their comments (Essential)
* Hands on knowledge of small building sites and regulations (Desirable)
* Solid construction background With good understanding of all trades And methods (Desirable)
* Working in complex and/or high security environments (Desirable)
If this sounds like the perfect role for you and you'd like to find out more then please apply today and we'll be in touch.
National Security vetting requirements, for working within the Prison Estate - Successful applicants will need to confirm their employment history for at least 5 years prior to the date of application so that pre-employment checks can be undertaken. If you have spent significant time abroad (a total of 6 months in the past 5 years) you would be required to give a reasonable account.
No agencies please
Jul 23, 2020
Permanent
Project Manager - Construction / Site Management
Location: Kent and Sussex Region
Salary: £42,000 per annum
Contract: Full time, Permanent
We are Gov Facility Service Ltd, a non-profit company owned entirely by the Ministry of Justice, supplying facilities management services to 50 prisons over the South and East of the UK with an employee count of 1400.
We are seeking a Project Manager to act as the operational lead and focal point for the Kent and Sussex Region. You will work with the Senior Project Manager, to manage the successful delivery of individual or programmes of projects within the region and cluster of sites.
You will be an exceptional Project Manager at the top of your game, with at least 2 years previous experience in a similar role. Strong stakeholder management and understanding the customers' needs is crucial for the success of this role.
Why join us?
* In addition to the below we have been identified as key workers during the Covid-19 pandemic, due to the critical work that we undertake to maintain the prison estate, and so the stability and security that we offer to employees is even more relevant than ever *
You will be joining a core part of the public sector, and as a government employee can be assured of the job security and stability that the volatile private sector simply can't provide. You will have a consistent place of work, a supportive team around you, and be valued for your skill and experience, rather than forced to focus on profit margins for shareholders.
If you are successful, you will be offered a competitive salary along with 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and entry into our pension scheme from day one.
You must be able to demonstrate the following Qualifications and Experience:
* Experienced in managing low value, high volume minor work projects (Essential)
* Experiencing in communicating with and managing remote workers (Essential)
* Manage projects from concept stage through to completion and handover
* The ability to discuss with contractors on tender the full requirements and understand and deal with their comments (Essential)
* Hands on knowledge of small building sites and regulations (Desirable)
* Solid construction background With good understanding of all trades And methods (Desirable)
* Working in complex and/or high security environments (Desirable)
If this sounds like the perfect role for you and you'd like to find out more then please apply today and we'll be in touch.
National Security vetting requirements, for working within the Prison Estate - Successful applicants will need to confirm their employment history for at least 5 years prior to the date of application so that pre-employment checks can be undertaken. If you have spent significant time abroad (a total of 6 months in the past 5 years) you would be required to give a reasonable account.
No agencies please
Regional Support Manager
Location: Kent and Sussex
Salary: £55,000 per annum
Contract: Full time, Permanent
We are Gov Facility Service Ltd, a non-profit company owned entirely by the Ministry of Justice, supplying facilities management services to 50 prisons over the South and East of the UK with an employee count of 1400.
We are seeking a Regional Support Manager to take ownership of the operational management and delivery of all facilities management services delivered in parts of the Kent and Sussex region. This is an active, visible and flexible site role requiring excellent client relationship, team leadership and supplier management skills. Reporting to the Regional Accounts Director (RAD) they will implement delivery of Estates and Facilities services across a number of establishments. This will mean taking ownership of specific projects and performance improvement/initiatives.
You will be an exceptional Facilities Manager at the top of your game, with at least two years' experience in facilities management.
Why join us?
* In addition to the below we have been identified as key workers during the Covid-19 pandemic, due to the critical work that we undertake to maintain the prison estate, and so the stability and security that we offer to employees is even more relevant than ever *
You will be joining a core part of the public sector, and as a government employee can be assured of the job security and stability that the volatile private sector simply can't provide. You will have a consistent place of work, a supportive team around you, and be valued for your skill and experience, rather than forced to focus on profit margins for shareholders.
If you are successful, you will be offered a competitive salary along with 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and entry into our pension scheme from day one.
You must be able to demonstrate the following Qualifications and Experience:
* Minimum of 2+ years management experience, including the management of first line managers
* Proven analytical and financial management acumen with demonstrable commercial experience
* Able to manage excellent relationships with our site managers, clients, suppliers and other partners within a region.
* Demonstrate performance management across teams and service lines, reporting on and monitoring performance.
* Planning and Project Management Skills
* Essential Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
If this sounds like the perfect role for you and you'd like to find out more then please apply today and we'll be in touch.
National Security vetting requirements, for working within the Prison Estate - Successful applicants will need to confirm their employment history for at least 5 years prior to the date of application so that pre-employment checks can be undertaken. If you have spent significant time abroad (a total of 6 months in the past 5 years) you would be required to give a reasonable account.
No agencies please
Jun 08, 2020
Permanent
Regional Support Manager
Location: Kent and Sussex
Salary: £55,000 per annum
Contract: Full time, Permanent
We are Gov Facility Service Ltd, a non-profit company owned entirely by the Ministry of Justice, supplying facilities management services to 50 prisons over the South and East of the UK with an employee count of 1400.
We are seeking a Regional Support Manager to take ownership of the operational management and delivery of all facilities management services delivered in parts of the Kent and Sussex region. This is an active, visible and flexible site role requiring excellent client relationship, team leadership and supplier management skills. Reporting to the Regional Accounts Director (RAD) they will implement delivery of Estates and Facilities services across a number of establishments. This will mean taking ownership of specific projects and performance improvement/initiatives.
You will be an exceptional Facilities Manager at the top of your game, with at least two years' experience in facilities management.
Why join us?
* In addition to the below we have been identified as key workers during the Covid-19 pandemic, due to the critical work that we undertake to maintain the prison estate, and so the stability and security that we offer to employees is even more relevant than ever *
You will be joining a core part of the public sector, and as a government employee can be assured of the job security and stability that the volatile private sector simply can't provide. You will have a consistent place of work, a supportive team around you, and be valued for your skill and experience, rather than forced to focus on profit margins for shareholders.
If you are successful, you will be offered a competitive salary along with 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and entry into our pension scheme from day one.
You must be able to demonstrate the following Qualifications and Experience:
* Minimum of 2+ years management experience, including the management of first line managers
* Proven analytical and financial management acumen with demonstrable commercial experience
* Able to manage excellent relationships with our site managers, clients, suppliers and other partners within a region.
* Demonstrate performance management across teams and service lines, reporting on and monitoring performance.
* Planning and Project Management Skills
* Essential Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
If this sounds like the perfect role for you and you'd like to find out more then please apply today and we'll be in touch.
National Security vetting requirements, for working within the Prison Estate - Successful applicants will need to confirm their employment history for at least 5 years prior to the date of application so that pre-employment checks can be undertaken. If you have spent significant time abroad (a total of 6 months in the past 5 years) you would be required to give a reasonable account.
No agencies please
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team that manages and improves one of the busiest motorways in Europe - the M25.
We are looking for a Shift Manager to join us to work in Leatherhead (M25 DBFO Project).
Role Purpose:
* Management of a large team of Maintenance, Incident Support and Emergency Response Operatives on the M25 DBFO Network;
* Ensuring that all Operatives are thoroughly briefed on the works they are to undertake, conduct site visits to ensure staff are working safely, efficiently and effectively;
* Responsible for all aspects of people management of the directly employed workforce.
As a Shift Manager you will:
* Be responsible for the delivery of Zero Harm objectives by increasing our awareness of risks, driving risk mitigation, and leading by example to embed a proactive safety culture across Service Delivery and our supply chain;
* Support delivery of ‘Our Road to 2020’ Business Plan Objectives in Service Delivery by striving to meet their PDR objectives, and setting aligned and ‘SMART’ objectives for direct reports;
* Prepare and deliver suitable works briefings, which adequately identify the work methodology, highlight the onsite hazards & risks along with control measures to be implemented;
* Ensure that all work activities (both highways & structures) are adequately managed ensuring that the identified works methodology is adhered to and control measures are implemented in accordance with the briefing;
* Positively engage with directly employed and subcontract workforce to highlight issues with the methodology and / or identified control measures and together develop a solution which enables works to be completed in a safe and efficient manner;
* Ensure that a detailed debrief is completed for all works activities (both highways & structures) at the end of each shift so that any identified issues can be resolved and lessons learnt are fed into the delivery of future work activities;
* Take an active role in the compliance of Contractual requirements including Primary Response, Secondary Response, reactive & planned preventative maintenance, Environmental Protection Act 1990 and Severe Weather.
Personal Qualities and Experience:
* CSCS card holder - Supervisor;
* NVQ Level 3 in Highways Maintenance;
* SSSTS;
* Previous experience in highway maintenance on a live motorway or All Purpose Trunk Road (APTR) network;
* Knowledge and experience of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality standards within a highways context;
* Knowledge and experience of traffic management on high speed roads;
* Competent user of MS Word, Excel and Outlook (or equivalent);
* Current UK driving license;
* Knowledge and experience of Severe Weather and Incident Management;
* Proven experience of managing & leading multidisciplinary teams;
* The ability to communicate verbally with clarity and authority to engage operatives, colleagues and management;
* The ability to write clear and understandable briefings and handover notes, and keep full and accurate records.
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
Balfour Beatty is part of a consortium that comprises Connect Plus Services (CPS), together with Atkins and Egis Road Operations UK.
CPS has a 30-year contract with Connect Plus on behalf of Highways England. The contract, which started in September 2009, is to maintain and operate the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, a network of 440km across six counties. CPS also has responsibility for the Dartford River Crossing in Kent, comprising both Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge.
With a staff of around 600 people, based at seven locations across the network, CPS carries out routine maintenance and whole-life management of the thousands of M25 assets. CPS manages the operation of the network 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a severe weather season maintenance programme. CPS is identifying ways of reducing delays and improving journey time reliability across its road network
Apr 26, 2020
Permanent
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team that manages and improves one of the busiest motorways in Europe - the M25.
We are looking for a Shift Manager to join us to work in Leatherhead (M25 DBFO Project).
Role Purpose:
* Management of a large team of Maintenance, Incident Support and Emergency Response Operatives on the M25 DBFO Network;
* Ensuring that all Operatives are thoroughly briefed on the works they are to undertake, conduct site visits to ensure staff are working safely, efficiently and effectively;
* Responsible for all aspects of people management of the directly employed workforce.
As a Shift Manager you will:
* Be responsible for the delivery of Zero Harm objectives by increasing our awareness of risks, driving risk mitigation, and leading by example to embed a proactive safety culture across Service Delivery and our supply chain;
* Support delivery of ‘Our Road to 2020’ Business Plan Objectives in Service Delivery by striving to meet their PDR objectives, and setting aligned and ‘SMART’ objectives for direct reports;
* Prepare and deliver suitable works briefings, which adequately identify the work methodology, highlight the onsite hazards & risks along with control measures to be implemented;
* Ensure that all work activities (both highways & structures) are adequately managed ensuring that the identified works methodology is adhered to and control measures are implemented in accordance with the briefing;
* Positively engage with directly employed and subcontract workforce to highlight issues with the methodology and / or identified control measures and together develop a solution which enables works to be completed in a safe and efficient manner;
* Ensure that a detailed debrief is completed for all works activities (both highways & structures) at the end of each shift so that any identified issues can be resolved and lessons learnt are fed into the delivery of future work activities;
* Take an active role in the compliance of Contractual requirements including Primary Response, Secondary Response, reactive & planned preventative maintenance, Environmental Protection Act 1990 and Severe Weather.
Personal Qualities and Experience:
* CSCS card holder - Supervisor;
* NVQ Level 3 in Highways Maintenance;
* SSSTS;
* Previous experience in highway maintenance on a live motorway or All Purpose Trunk Road (APTR) network;
* Knowledge and experience of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality standards within a highways context;
* Knowledge and experience of traffic management on high speed roads;
* Competent user of MS Word, Excel and Outlook (or equivalent);
* Current UK driving license;
* Knowledge and experience of Severe Weather and Incident Management;
* Proven experience of managing & leading multidisciplinary teams;
* The ability to communicate verbally with clarity and authority to engage operatives, colleagues and management;
* The ability to write clear and understandable briefings and handover notes, and keep full and accurate records.
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
Balfour Beatty is part of a consortium that comprises Connect Plus Services (CPS), together with Atkins and Egis Road Operations UK.
CPS has a 30-year contract with Connect Plus on behalf of Highways England. The contract, which started in September 2009, is to maintain and operate the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, a network of 440km across six counties. CPS also has responsibility for the Dartford River Crossing in Kent, comprising both Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge.
With a staff of around 600 people, based at seven locations across the network, CPS carries out routine maintenance and whole-life management of the thousands of M25 assets. CPS manages the operation of the network 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a severe weather season maintenance programme. CPS is identifying ways of reducing delays and improving journey time reliability across its road network
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team that manages and improves one of the busiest motorways in Europe - the M25.
We are looking for an M&E ASSET Manager to join us to work in Dartford.
Role Purpose:
The role is for an Assistant M&E Asset Manager who will take responsibility of the whole life design and management of the Mechanical & Electrical assets across the M25 DBFO Co. network which includes 5 tunnels (Hatfield, Holmesdale, Bell Common and the East and West tunnels at Dartford) and potential future involvement in Lower Thames Crossing and Heathrow tunnels.
As an M&E ASSET Manager, you will have the following accountabilities:
* Assist in managing resources in the Technology and Tunnels M&E team to deliver the agreed outcomes;
* Oversee and mentor supporting staff or less experienced designers;
* Assist in managing external resources to deliver the agreed outcomes;
* Agree the briefs, programmes and budgets with manager and Project Manager;
* Allocate tasks to other members of the team and monitor progress and costs;
* Prepare briefs, designs, reports, specifications and other deliverables for Technology and Tunnel M&E schemes to budget and programme;
* Monitor and check designs and ensure they meet the brief;
* Ensure designs are appropriate and meet the expected levels of quality;
* Seek innovation in the delivery of schemes and techniques used in design and construction
* Ensure the Integrated Management System is actively applied to all designs;
* Deliver a variety of schemes and provide advice on programme and budget;
* Provide professional and technical competence;
* Identify schemes that need to be included in the Five Year and Whole Life Programmes;
You will have the following qualities and experience:
* Qualified to degree level with substantial experience of working in the field of Highways technology and or Tunnel Management/SCADA systems;
* Ability to manage complexity and change, be creative and innovative in finding solutions;
* Knowledge and experience of asset planning supported by technical analysis and business case;
* Excellent communication skills both written and oral;
* Able to build rapport and relationships quickly;
* Membership of an appropriate professional institution;
* Project management skills;
* Broad skills, knowledge and understanding of M&E related design and maintenance standards and best practices;
* Knowledge of CDM and other H&S legislation;
* Competent in exercising the Principal Designer’s and Contractor’s obligations under CDM and ability to manage health, safety & wellbeing in relation to use, maintenance and renewal of Tunnel M&E facilities;
* Attain/possess appropriate CSCS card registration;
* Knowledge of design standards (DMRB / MCDHW etc.);
* Knowledge, design and drafting capabilities in AutoCAD and BIM;
* Knowledge of HE procedures;
* Must hold a valid UK Driving Licence.
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
Balfour Beatty is part of a consortium that comprises Connect Plus Services (CPS), together with Atkins and Egis Road Operations UK.
CPS has a 30-year contract with Connect Plus on behalf of Highways England. The contract, which started in September 2009, is to maintain and operate the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, a network of 440km across six counties. CPS also has responsibility for the Dartford River Crossing in Kent, comprising both Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge.
With a staff of around 600 people, based at seven locations across the network, CPS carries out routine maintenance and whole-life management of the thousands of M25 assets. CPS manages the operation of the network 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a severe weather season maintenance programme. CPS is identifying ways of reducing delays and improving journey time reliability across its road network
Apr 26, 2020
Permanent
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team that manages and improves one of the busiest motorways in Europe - the M25.
We are looking for an M&E ASSET Manager to join us to work in Dartford.
Role Purpose:
The role is for an Assistant M&E Asset Manager who will take responsibility of the whole life design and management of the Mechanical & Electrical assets across the M25 DBFO Co. network which includes 5 tunnels (Hatfield, Holmesdale, Bell Common and the East and West tunnels at Dartford) and potential future involvement in Lower Thames Crossing and Heathrow tunnels.
As an M&E ASSET Manager, you will have the following accountabilities:
* Assist in managing resources in the Technology and Tunnels M&E team to deliver the agreed outcomes;
* Oversee and mentor supporting staff or less experienced designers;
* Assist in managing external resources to deliver the agreed outcomes;
* Agree the briefs, programmes and budgets with manager and Project Manager;
* Allocate tasks to other members of the team and monitor progress and costs;
* Prepare briefs, designs, reports, specifications and other deliverables for Technology and Tunnel M&E schemes to budget and programme;
* Monitor and check designs and ensure they meet the brief;
* Ensure designs are appropriate and meet the expected levels of quality;
* Seek innovation in the delivery of schemes and techniques used in design and construction
* Ensure the Integrated Management System is actively applied to all designs;
* Deliver a variety of schemes and provide advice on programme and budget;
* Provide professional and technical competence;
* Identify schemes that need to be included in the Five Year and Whole Life Programmes;
You will have the following qualities and experience:
* Qualified to degree level with substantial experience of working in the field of Highways technology and or Tunnel Management/SCADA systems;
* Ability to manage complexity and change, be creative and innovative in finding solutions;
* Knowledge and experience of asset planning supported by technical analysis and business case;
* Excellent communication skills both written and oral;
* Able to build rapport and relationships quickly;
* Membership of an appropriate professional institution;
* Project management skills;
* Broad skills, knowledge and understanding of M&E related design and maintenance standards and best practices;
* Knowledge of CDM and other H&S legislation;
* Competent in exercising the Principal Designer’s and Contractor’s obligations under CDM and ability to manage health, safety & wellbeing in relation to use, maintenance and renewal of Tunnel M&E facilities;
* Attain/possess appropriate CSCS card registration;
* Knowledge of design standards (DMRB / MCDHW etc.);
* Knowledge, design and drafting capabilities in AutoCAD and BIM;
* Knowledge of HE procedures;
* Must hold a valid UK Driving Licence.
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
Balfour Beatty is part of a consortium that comprises Connect Plus Services (CPS), together with Atkins and Egis Road Operations UK.
CPS has a 30-year contract with Connect Plus on behalf of Highways England. The contract, which started in September 2009, is to maintain and operate the M25 motorway network, including all adjoining trunk and slip roads, a network of 440km across six counties. CPS also has responsibility for the Dartford River Crossing in Kent, comprising both Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge.
With a staff of around 600 people, based at seven locations across the network, CPS carries out routine maintenance and whole-life management of the thousands of M25 assets. CPS manages the operation of the network 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a severe weather season maintenance programme. CPS is identifying ways of reducing delays and improving journey time reliability across its road network
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