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Commercial Manager Location: Northamptonshire (Head Office) with UK-wide project travel as required Salary: £100,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits (DOE) A highly successful and rapidly growing design & build main contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join its senior leadership team. With an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality construction and fit-out projects across the UK, this business operates across multiple sectors including commercial, retail, healthcare, education, leisure and public sector projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional looking to play a key role in the continued growth of an ambitious contractor with an impressive portfolio of repeat clients and nationwide projects. The Role Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for leading the commercial function across a portfolio of projects, ensuring commercial success from pre-construction through to final account. Key responsibilities include: Leading and managing a team of Quantity Surveyors and commercial staff. Overseeing the commercial delivery of multiple construction and fit-out projects. Managing contract negotiations, valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts. Monitoring project profitability and identifying commercial risks and opportunities. Providing accurate forecasting, budgeting and financial reporting. Managing subcontractor procurement and commercial performance. Working closely with Operations, Estimating and Pre-Construction teams to ensure successful project delivery. Supporting business growth through commercial strategy and continuous improvement. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners. About You The successful candidate will have: Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial role within a main contractor. Strong background delivering construction, refurbishment or fit-out projects. Excellent knowledge of JCT contracts and commercial management processes. Experience leading commercial teams and mentoring Quantity Surveyors. Strong financial, contractual and negotiation skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Commercial awareness with a proactive and solutions-focused approach. Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred). Full UK driving licence. What's on Offer Competitive salary with performance-related bonus. Car allowance or company vehicle. Private healthcare. Pension scheme. Excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing business. Supportive and collaborative leadership team. A varied and challenging project portfolio across the UK. About the Company Our client is an established, privately owned design & build contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality projects nationwide. Operating across a diverse range of sectors, the business has built long-term relationships with many blue-chip and public sector clients through its commitment to quality, innovation and exceptional customer service. The company continues to experience sustained growth and is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager who can help drive the next phase of its success. For a confidential discussion and further information, please apply with your CV or contact us directly.

We are working with a well-established and growing construction and engineering group to recruit a Quality Assurance & Skills Manager for a newly created position, based in Hertfordshire. The role does not provide a hybrid/remote option. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality, Assurance, HSEQ or Management Systems professional to take ownership of quality assurance across the business while also playing a key role in skills, training and competency management. Reporting directly to the Group HSEQ Director, you will lead the management and continual improvement of the company's Integrated Quality Management System (IQMS), working closely with senior management, engineering, construction, design, operations, pre-construction, HR and Learning & Development teams. This is a hands-on and influential role for someone who enjoys improving processes, solving problems and making a tangible difference to business performance. Key Responsibilities Quality Assurance & Management Systems Take the lead on the company's Quality Assurance function and Integrated Quality Management System. Manage and continually improve quality processes and procedures in line with business objectives. Support the maintenance of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification. Manage internal audits, external audits, inspections and testing regimes. Support the business withexternalaccreditations and assurance requirements, including: Achilles BuildingConfidence RISQS SSIP PQQ submissions Digital assurance platforms Coordinate management reviews and promote effective, risk-based approaches to assurance. Work with departmental leads to ensure quality and compliance requirements are embedded effectively across the business. Process Improvement & Digitalisation Identify opportunities to improve and streamline business processes. Lead process mapping and process automation initiatives. Support the continued development of digital systems and assurance processes. Facilitate business risk workshops and help develop practical solutions. Work closely with design and construction teams to improve operational processes and performance. Promote a culture of continual improvement and innovation. Engineering & Operational Assurance Work closely with the Engineering Lead and site engineering teams to support operational delivery and compliance. Manage and investigate non-conformances and support effective root cause analysis. Undertake trend analysis and develop improvement strategies. Provide practical quality support to operational teams. Help ensure quality assurance processes add value to projects and support successful delivery. Skills, Training & Competency The role also has responsibility for supporting the company's approach to skills, training and competency management. Working closely with Labour/Resource Management, HR and Learning & Development, you will: Manage the company's approach to skills and qualifications through its training standards. Monitor and report on skills, qualifications, training attainment and competency gaps. Work closely with Pre-construction and Operations teams to identify and address skills requirements. Engage with clients and stakeholders to ensure industry and project-specific requirements are met. Support projects with S106 and community objectives, including skills and training commitments. Help develop a strong culture of competence, learning and professional development. About You We are looking for someone who combines strong technical knowledge with a practical, commercial and collaborative approach. You will ideally have experience in a Quality Assurance, HSEQ, Management Systems or similar role within the construction, engineering, infrastructure or related sectors. You will be: Highly organised and meticulous, with excellent attention to detail. Comfortable working autonomously and managing your own priorities. Digitally confident, with an interest in technology and process improvement. Passionate about continual improvement and finding better ways of working. A strong communicator and relationship builder. A confident problem solver with a practical approach. Comfortable working with senior stakeholders as well as operational and site-based teams. Experienced in auditing, compliance and management systems. Able to analyse data, identify trends and turn findings into meaningful actions. Commercially aware, with a genuine desire to support operational delivery. What's on Offer? This is a newly created role where you will have the opportunity to shape the Quality Assurance and Skills function and make a real impact across a growing organisation. The successful candidate will receive: Competitive salary. Excellent employee benefits. Expenses covered in line with company policy. Strong opportunities for career progression. Professional development and training opportunities. A supportive and collaborative working environment. A varied role with exposure across multiple business functions and projects. The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence business strategy. Apply Now If you're an experienced Quality Assurance, HSEQ or Management Systems professional looking for a role that offers autonomy, variety and the opportunity to drive genuine improvement, we'd be keen to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Commercial Manager Location: Northamptonshire (Head Office) with UK-wide project travel as required Salary: £100,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits (DOE) A highly successful and rapidly growing design & build main contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join its senior leadership team. With an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality construction and fit-out projects across the UK, this business operates across multiple sectors including commercial, retail, healthcare, education, leisure and public sector projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional looking to play a key role in the continued growth of an ambitious contractor with an impressive portfolio of repeat clients and nationwide projects. The Role Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for leading the commercial function across a portfolio of projects, ensuring commercial success from pre-construction through to final account. Key responsibilities include: Leading and managing a team of Quantity Surveyors and commercial staff. Overseeing the commercial delivery of multiple construction and fit-out projects. Managing contract negotiations, valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts. Monitoring project profitability and identifying commercial risks and opportunities. Providing accurate forecasting, budgeting and financial reporting. Managing subcontractor procurement and commercial performance. Working closely with Operations, Estimating and Pre-Construction teams to ensure successful project delivery. Supporting business growth through commercial strategy and continuous improvement. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners. About You The successful candidate will have: Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial role within a main contractor. Strong background delivering construction, refurbishment or fit-out projects. Excellent knowledge of JCT contracts and commercial management processes. Experience leading commercial teams and mentoring Quantity Surveyors. Strong financial, contractual and negotiation skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Commercial awareness with a proactive and solutions-focused approach. Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred). Full UK driving licence. What's on Offer Competitive salary with performance-related bonus. Car allowance or company vehicle. Private healthcare. Pension scheme. Excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing business. Supportive and collaborative leadership team. A varied and challenging project portfolio across the UK. About the Company Our client is an established, privately owned design & build contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality projects nationwide. Operating across a diverse range of sectors, the business has built long-term relationships with many blue-chip and public sector clients through its commitment to quality, innovation and exceptional customer service. The company continues to experience sustained growth and is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager who can help drive the next phase of its success. For a confidential discussion and further information, please apply with your CV or contact us directly.

Property Operations Manager 6-Month Contract Inside IR35 competitive day rate Home based with occasional site meetings across the region- Worcester/Gloucestershire/West midlands Are you an experienced senior property professional with a passion for building strategic partnerships and delivering exceptional housing services? A national housing association are recruiting an experienced Property Operations Manager to join a leading housing provider on an initial 6-month contract . This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the delivery of responsive repairs, planned investment, major works, voids and estate services while developing long-term, high-performing contractor partnerships. The Role Reporting to the Assistant Director of Responsive Repairs & Capital Investment , you will provide operational leadership across a regional portfolio, ensuring high-quality, customer-focused services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with organisational objectives. You will lead a team of Partnering Surveyors while working collaboratively with contractors, residents and senior stakeholders to drive service excellence, value for money and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead the regional delivery of planned investment, major works, responsive repairs, voids and estate services. Build and maintain long-term strategic partnerships with key contractors and supply chain partners. Drive contractor performance through effective contract management, KPI monitoring and continuous improvement. Champion customer-focused service delivery, ensuring residents remain at the heart of decision making. Embed organisational values across all partnership arrangements. Develop innovative ways of working to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximise social value. Support procurement, mobilisation and ongoing performance management of new contractors. Manage regional budgets and ensure services are delivered within agreed financial parameters. Ensure full compliance with statutory, contractual and regulatory requirements. Produce performance reports and strategic insights for senior leadership. About You We're looking for someone who can demonstrate: Extensive experience managing strategic contractor partnerships within social housing. Strong knowledge of responsive repairs, planned maintenance, major works and voids. Experience leading geographically dispersed surveying or operational teams. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience managing large operational budgets and driving value for money. Knowledge of construction contracts, building defects, housing maintenance and compliance. A proven track record of delivering service improvements, innovation and customer satisfaction. HND (or equivalent) in Construction, Building Surveying, Property, Housing or a related discipline. Full UK Driving Licence. To apply for this position please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on

Property Operations Manager 6-Month Contract Inside IR35 competitive day rate Home based with occasional site meetings across the region- Worcester/Gloucestershire/West midlands Are you an experienced senior property professional with a passion for building strategic partnerships and delivering exceptional housing services? A national housing association are recruiting an experienced Property Operations Manager to join a leading housing provider on an initial 6-month contract . This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the delivery of responsive repairs, planned investment, major works, voids and estate services while developing long-term, high-performing contractor partnerships. The Role Reporting to the Assistant Director of Responsive Repairs & Capital Investment , you will provide operational leadership across a regional portfolio, ensuring high-quality, customer-focused services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with organisational objectives. You will lead a team of Partnering Surveyors while working collaboratively with contractors, residents and senior stakeholders to drive service excellence, value for money and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead the regional delivery of planned investment, major works, responsive repairs, voids and estate services. Build and maintain long-term strategic partnerships with key contractors and supply chain partners. Drive contractor performance through effective contract management, KPI monitoring and continuous improvement. Champion customer-focused service delivery, ensuring residents remain at the heart of decision making. Embed organisational values across all partnership arrangements. Develop innovative ways of working to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximise social value. Support procurement, mobilisation and ongoing performance management of new contractors. Manage regional budgets and ensure services are delivered within agreed financial parameters. Ensure full compliance with statutory, contractual and regulatory requirements. Produce performance reports and strategic insights for senior leadership. About You We're looking for someone who can demonstrate: Extensive experience managing strategic contractor partnerships within social housing. Strong knowledge of responsive repairs, planned maintenance, major works and voids. Experience leading geographically dispersed surveying or operational teams. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience managing large operational budgets and driving value for money. Knowledge of construction contracts, building defects, housing maintenance and compliance. A proven track record of delivering service improvements, innovation and customer satisfaction. HND (or equivalent) in Construction, Building Surveying, Property, Housing or a related discipline. Full UK Driving Licence. To apply for this position please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on (phone number removed)

Job Title: CSA Construction Manager We are seeking a CSA Construction Manager to join our London team. Your Role The CSA Construction Manager will lead the delivery of the Civil, Structural and Architectural works on site, ensuring all activities are planned, coordinated and executed safely, efficiently and in line with the project programme. They will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, coordinating subcontractors, liaising with the client, design team and wider project stakeholders, and resolving technical and construction issues as they arise, along with working with MEP managers to ensure we have a fully coordinated approach to our onsite delivery. The CSA manager will have experience in working with and managing our design partners, driving deliverables to serve the site requirements and progress on site. A large part of this role is the ability demonstrate ownership of your packages, ability to plan for the weeks ahead, forward think, with a want to take personal accountability to drive outcomes and positive results for the team to serve our clients The CSA Construction Manager will ensure all Civil, Structural and Architectural works are completed in accordance with Dornan's standards, on budget, on programme, and in compliance with all applicable specifications, drawings, codes and industry standards. As a key member of the team, the CSA Construction Manager will be an exemplary ambassador for the company and its values of integrity, dependability, safety, pride and quality. Your Team In this position you will be working within our CSA team and directly reporting to the Project Director. Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day delivery of the Civil, Structural and Architectural work packages, ensuring coordination with all MEP activities. Coordinate and manage site logistics, liaising with the client team to provide weekly updates on the logistics plan. Manage and supervise CSA subcontractors to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of works. Ensure works are carried out in accordance with approved construction drawings, specifications and programme requirements. Coordinate and resolve technical and construction issues with the design team and project stakeholders. Review construction drawings and ensure site activities comply with design intent. Survey and record as-built information, ensuring accurate records are maintained throughout the project. Assist in preparing method statements and risk assessments (RAMS) with the construction team for all production activities. Monitor the delivery schedule and coordinate material deliveries to support the construction programme. Raise and manage Requests for Information (RFIs) to resolve design queries in a timely manner. Monitor progress against the construction programme and provide regular progress reports. Produce short-term look-ahead programmes to assist site production planning. Carry out regular quality inspections, snagging and ensure timely close-out of all defects. Maintain document control, recording and transmitting project information in accordance with project procedures. Coordinate all information between the Client, Design Team, Project Management Team, subcontractors and suppliers, with particular focus on builder's work requirements. Ensure timely approval of all materials and systems through the technical submission process. Work closely with the Project Quantity Surveyor to manage cost-related issues associated with the CSA packages. Implement structured communication, progress reporting and performance monitoring with each subcontractor, including meetings, minutes, RAMS, technical submittals and snag management. Attend and actively contribute to Site Meetings, Internal Project Reviews, Engineering Reviews, Planning Meetings, Coordination Meetings and Handover Meetings. Support the successful close-out of all CSA project activities, including QA documentation, Safety Files, O&M information and Final Accounts where applicable. Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, health and safety legislation, quality standards and project procedures. Promote a positive safety culture and ensure all works are delivered in accordance with Dornan's Health & Safety policies. Undertake all other reasonable duties as requested by your manager. About You Your Experience Minimum 5 years' experience in a Construction Manager, Senior Site Manager or similar CSA management role with a Tier 1 Main Contractor. Experience delivering large-scale commercial, healthcare, pharmaceutical, industrial or data centre projects. Experience in working in a live environment and managing across multiple facets serving different stakeholders Experience managing multiple CSA subcontract packages simultaneously. Strong understanding of construction sequencing and coordination with MEP trades. Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills. Proficient with project management and information management software. Experience in being client facing Your Qualifications Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline. Chartered status or working towards chartership is desirable. Essential Strong knowledge of civil engineering, structural works, building envelope, architectural finishes and fit-out. Excellent understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing and site logistics. Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Strong understanding of quality assurance, health & safety and Building Regulations. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications. Proven experience delivering projects safely, on programme and within budget. For a confidential discussion or to learn more about the role, please email (url removed) or call me at (phone number removed) : Our Network through mentorship, development, and advocacy empowers women and promotes a more forward thinking construction industry. Dornan Strava Club: employees can take part in fitness challenges, build connections across the business, and contribute to monthly charitable giving initiatives. Be Yourself: We want everyone at Dornan to feel welcome, valued, and supported. By embracing different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, we create an environment where people can be themselves, grow their careers, and thrive.

Commercial Director Central London £110,000 £140,000 + Car Allowance Commercial Director required in Central London to lead the commercial function of a growing Main Contractor, offering a salary of £110,000 £140,000 plus car allowance and the opportunity to shape the business across cladding and new build residential projects. Job Description Leading a team of Quantity Surveyors and commercial professionals as Commercial Director, providing clear direction, development and leadership across the commercial function. Driving the commercial performance of cladding, façade and new build residential projects across Central London as the senior commercial leader. Managing commercial strategy, cost control, forecasting, valuations, variations, procurement, risk and final accounts across the project portfolio. Working closely with the senior leadership, operations, estimating and pre-construction teams to support the successful delivery and profitable growth of the business. Building strong relationships with clients, developers, consultants and supply chain partners while playing a key role as Commercial Director in the continued growth of the Main Contractor. Skills / Qualifications Main Contractor background with significant experience in a senior commercial management role within the construction industry. Proven experience as a Commercial Director, Commercial Manager or senior Quantity Surveyor, with a strong track record of leading and developing a commercial team. Strong experience across new build residential construction, with cladding, façade or external envelope experience highly advantageous for the Commercial Director role. Commercially astute with strong knowledge of construction contracts, risk management, procurement, cost control and project financial performance. Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate strategically as a Commercial Director while maintaining a detailed understanding of project-level commercial delivery in Central London. Closing Statement This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Director or senior commercial leader to join a growing Main Contractor in Central London on a salary of £110,000 £140,000 plus car allowance and play a leading role in shaping the future direction of the business across cladding and new build residential. If you are ready to lead a commercial team, influence business strategy and make a genuine impact as Commercial Director at senior leadership level, please apply now for further information. This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Director to work for a leading Main Contractor