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Wright Engineering are recruiting for a Contruction & Installation Estimator to join their team in Worksop. They will bring practical construction knowledge, buildability and lifting expertise into the bid process. About Wright Engineering Wright Engineering designs, manufactures and installs complex bulk materials handling and industrial engineering systems. Our projects increasingly bring together mechanical handling, structural steelwork, civils, electrical and control systems, specialist subcontractors and demanding live-site installation requirements. As the scale and complexity of our opportunities grows, the quality of our bid development, engineering solution, construction planning and commercial risk control becomes ever more important. We are strengthening the team so that our major opportunities receive the focus they require while maintaining a responsive service on smaller installation enquiries. Location: Woksop, with regular travel to client sites. Salary: Up to 52.5k DOE plus EV or allowance at 495 per month. Role purpose To strengthen the construction and installation content of Wright Engineering's proposals. The role will support major bids by developing practical methodologies, labour and plant allowances, programmes, logistics and lifting strategies, while also taking ownership of smaller installation-led enquiries. The successful candidate will combine hands-on site understanding with the discipline needed to turn an incomplete enquiry into a clearly defined, costed and deliverable scope. Key responsibilities - Site investigation: Attend client sites, surveys and tender meetings to understand access, interfaces, existing plant, operational restrictions, welfare, lifting constraints, shutdown windows and other conditions affecting delivery. - Construction methodology: Develop clear installation, removal and replacement methodologies covering sequence, temporary conditions, access, isolation assumptions, cranage, scaffolding, MEWPs, temporary works and reinstatement. - Estimating: Build labour, supervision, plant, access, consumables, travel, accommodation, preliminaries, testing and contingency allowances using practical productivity assumptions and a clear estimate basis. - Smaller tenders : Take ownership of lower-value and less complex installation enquiries from scope review and site survey through costing, proposal, clarification and handover. - Major-bid support: Work alongside the lead Bid Manager and preconstruction resource on larger opportunities, owning the construction workstream and providing evidence-based challenge to programme, resourcing and site cost assumptions. - Lifting strategy: Develop outline lifting studies and obtain appropriate crane and specialist input during tendering. Where suitably qualified, competent and formally appointed, prepare or approve lift plans in line with company procedures. - Subcontract packages: Prepare and issue clear enquiries for craneage, scaffolding, insulation, civils, temporary works, specialist installation and other construction packages; compare returns on a like-for-like basis. - Programme development: Prepare installation programmes and resource histograms that reflect sequencing, access, shift patterns, shutdowns, interfaces, productivity, testing and commissioning requirements. - Buildability review: Review drawings, layouts and proposed equipment with design and project teams to identify access, maintenance, assembly, transport, erection and future replacement issues before the design is fixed. - Risk and scope: Identify construction risks, missing information, client dependencies and scope boundaries, ensuring that assumptions, exclusions, qualifications and risk allowances are clearly captured. - Tender documentation: Produce concise construction narratives, preliminaries, delivery plans, programme notes and supporting information suitable for inclusion in client-facing proposals. - Handover and feedback: Provide a clear handover to delivery teams and gather feedback on actual labour, plant, methods and constraints so that future estimates become more accurate. Experience and capability Essential: - Strong practical experience of industrial construction, mechanical installation, heavy engineering, plant replacement, shutdown work or a comparable site environment. - The ability to read engineering drawings, understand installation interfaces and develop a safe, logical construction sequence. - Experience estimating site labour, supervision, plant, craneage, access, temporary works, travel and construction preliminaries. - A sound understanding of site productivity, industrial access constraints and the difference between an achievable method and a desktop assumption. - Confidence attending site surveys, challenging incomplete scopes and communicating with clients, designers, suppliers, subcontractors and site teams. - Strong written, numerical and organisational skills, including competent use of Excel, Word and planning software. - A proactive approach to risk, with the discipline to record assumptions and obtain missing information before commitments are made. Strongly desirable: - Current Appointed Person qualification for lifting operations, such as CPCS A61 or an equivalent recognised qualification, supported by relevant lift-planning experience. - Experience preparing crane studies, lift plans and lifting accessories or rigging schedules for industrial equipment and structural steelwork. - Relevant site-management or safety qualifications, such as SMSTS, IOSH, CSCS or recognised equivalents. - Temporary Works Coordinator or Supervisor knowledge or qualification. - Background in conveyors, crushers, screens, process equipment, structural steelwork, pipework or industrial mechanical handling systems. - Previous experience as a construction manager, site manager, installation manager, mechanical supervisor, planner or estimator in a project-led business. Personal qualities - Practical, methodical and comfortable working from incomplete early-stage information. - Credible with site teams while able to present information clearly in a commercial bid environment. - Prepared to question optimistic durations, labour allowances and unsafe or impractical installation concepts. - Collaborative and willing to support larger bids while taking full ownership of smaller opportunities. - Detail-focused, responsive and committed to leaving a clear record of how the estimate was developed. Measures of success - Installation estimates include complete, transparent and realistic labour, plant, access and preliminaries allowances. - Major bids contain credible construction methodologies, programmes, lifting strategies and buildability input. - Smaller installation tenders are progressed promptly without diverting disproportionate resource from strategic major bids. - Construction risks, interfaces, assumptions and client dependencies are identified before submission rather than during delivery. - Delivery teams receive a clear construction handover and actual site performance is fed back into future estimating. - The role improves bid quality and delivery confidence, not simply the number of quotations issued. Our approach Wright Engineering values practical experience, sound judgement and the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines. We welcome applications from people with different career routes where they can demonstrate the capability required for the role.

Project Manager - Cladding Remediation Bristol £60-65k plus package We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to deliver a façade replacement and refurbishment programme across occupied high-rise residential buildings in Bristol. You'll provide end-to-end project leadership, ensuring exceptional standards of safety, quality and customer satisfaction while managing programme, commercial performance and project teams. Key responsibilities include: Leading multiple high-rise refurbishment projects from pre-construction through completion Managing subcontractors and supply chain partners Maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and compliance Building strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders Managing programme, quality, budgets and project risks Driving a zero-defects approach at handover Supporting sustainability and environmental objectives Leading and developing site teams to deliver outstanding results What we're looking for: Proven experience managing large construction or refurbishment projects within occupied / live environments High-rise/high-risk building experience Façade, fire remediation, roofing and structural works knowledge SMSTS, CSCS, Temporary Works Coordinator, Scaffold Inspection & First Aid Full UK driving licence Experience managing projects through subcontractor and supply chain delivery from preconstruction through to construction phase and handover Social housing refurbishment experience, and PAS2035 retrofit knowledge would be beneficial If you've delivered complex high-rise refurbishment projects, and are ready for your next challenge please apply today or call Bianca on .

Project Manager - Cladding Remediation Bristol 60-65k plus package We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to deliver a fa ade replacement and refurbishment programme across occupied high-rise residential buildings in Bristol. You'll provide end-to-end project leadership, ensuring exceptional standards of safety, quality and customer satisfaction while managing programme, commercial performance and project teams. Key responsibilities include: Leading multiple high-rise refurbishment projects from pre-construction through completion Managing subcontractors and supply chain partners Maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and compliance Building strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders Managing programme, quality, budgets and project risks Driving a zero-defects approach at handover Supporting sustainability and environmental objectives Leading and developing site teams to deliver outstanding results What we're looking for: Proven experience managing large construction or refurbishment projects within occupied / live environments High-rise/high-risk building experience Fa ade, fire remediation, roofing and structural works knowledge SMSTS, CSCS, Temporary Works Coordinator, Scaffold Inspection & First Aid Full UK driving licence Experience managing projects through subcontractor and supply chain delivery from preconstruction through to construction phase and handover Social housing refurbishment experience, and PAS2035 retrofit knowledge would be beneficial If you've delivered complex high-rise refurbishment projects, and are ready for your next challenge please apply today or call Bianca on (phone number removed).

Our client is a leading design & build infrastructure and engineering contractor, working on multiple standalone multidisciplinary projects and Framework contracts across London and the Southeast. As the Bid Manager, you will be responsible for managing and compiling bid & tender requests, ensuring a well authored, clear and concise response, that is in a logical and professional format, that captures and answers all client tenders questions. As the successful candidate, you will work with the Bid Coordinator and Technical Author, and liaise directly with the client, the estimating, design and health & safety teams, to produce best in class tender responses. Bid Manager roles and responsibilities: Managing, coordinating and recording the receipt of leads, PQQs, ITTs, TQ's from portals, emails, and document sharing platforms etc. Undertaking review of PQQs and ITTs to understand next actions to be taken and ensure correct distribution to the relevant teams, including Pre-Construction, Planning, Commercial & Estimating, Health & Safety, Business Development & Marketing departments to ensure deadlines are met. Management of the tender process, coordinating the completion of PQQs and tender submissions including all supporting evidence, preparing internal meetings and assigning actions, and the collation of tender submissions and client feedback. Writing and proof reading of documents for readability, grammar and spelling errors, and suitability of answered tender questions, liaising with projects and Engineering team to gain feedback and information that could improve the bid. Assist the Preconstruction Director in developing and maintaining work winning procedures and maintaining PQQ and tender 'library' for the Company. Bid Manager requirements: Degree or HNC/HND a construction, media design, English Language or journalistic qualification would be advantageous. Experience working within the construction industry, within either a preconstruction or bid role. Excellent writing and document presentation skills. Must have an exceptional eye for detail, able to work to tight deadlines, on multiple bids and maintain accuracy under pressure. Strong IT Literate in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook. Bid Manager Benefits: Working for an established infrastructure and engineering contractor. Opportunity to work as part of an established team, with freedom to work on your own initiative. Competitive salary and package. Immediate role.

Job Title: Design Manager Location: Bristol Salary: Competitive Job Type: This is a full time, permanent role 40 hours over 5 days per week. This is a hybrid role, where you will be based out of our Bristol office and work from sites in Somerset and Dorset. About Bowmer + Kirkland: Since being established in 1923 Bowmer + Kirkland has grown to become one of the most successful privately-owned, and family run construction groups in the UK. Our Investors in People accreditation demonstrates our commitment to our staff and we are Scheme Partners of the Considerate Constructors Scheme - something which only a select number of high performing contractors achieve. We are now looking to strengthen our team with the appointment of Design Managers to lead the coordination and delivery of design in preconstruction and on live sites for Education projects ranging between 15m and 50m. We welcome applicants with a range of experience levels, from Assistant Design Managers through to Senior Design Managers. The Role: As Design Manager, you will be responsible for managing the design intent through detailed interrogation, coordination, and leadership of the design process across the full project lifecycle. This includes ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act, CDM Regulations, statutory approvals, and B+K's internal governance. You will work collaboratively with clients, consultants, specialist subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure design excellence, programme certainty, and buildability-while embedding health and safety and digital innovation throughout. You will play a key part in ensuring information flows smoothly between the B+K, subcontractors, consultants, and the client - contributing to the delivery of high-quality, well-coordinated projects. Duties of the Role: The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, a robust understanding of delivering in a main contracting environment, and the ability to work collaboratively with key project stakeholders. A relentless focus on safe delivery, programme certainty, stakeholder engagement, and quality assurance are essential. Key Responsibilities: Lead the management of the design process across one or more projects. Coordinate the full design team including consultants and design-and-build subcontractors. Manage the design programme, RFIs, change control and document control processes. Ensure designs are compliant with Building Regulations, planning conditions, CDM, and other statutory requirements. Drive Safety in Design (SiD) and embed buildability and health & safety risk mitigation. Oversee BIM coordination, clash detection reviews, and digital model audits. Support tendering, value engineering and pre-construction activities. Maintain a high level of technical and commercial awareness in all design decision-making. Engage in client meetings and lead proactive design-based communication. Participate in lessons learned and best practice forums to enhance our delivery model. Mentor junior design team members and actively support CPD development. Key Skills & Experience required: Proven experience in a design management role within a main contracting environment. Strong technical design background with a degree (or equivalent) in a construction-related discipline. Solid understanding of current regulations (Building Safety Act, CDM, Building Regs, etc.). Experience in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing specialist subcontractors. Skilled in BIM processes and using platforms such as Viewpoint 4P. Proactive, organised, and a confident communicator. Capable of managing a range of project types, tight deadlines, and complex design scopes. Department for Education framework experience essential. In return we offer: 25 days holiday per year, plus 8 bank holidays and Christmas Eve Entry into the Group Personal Pension Scheme Private Health Insurance (subject to a qualifying period) Eye care voucher scheme Training & Development Opportunities Bowmer + Kirkland are an equal opportunities employer. We are a disability confident employer and actively encourage applicants who are covered under the equality act to apply. Please contact HR at in advance of an interview to discuss any adjustments that are required in order to support you in the process. NO AGENCIES PLEASE . If you're interested in the role and would like to put yourself forward, please hit APPLY and attach your CV and Cover Letter. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Design Manager, Senior Design Manager, Assistant Design Manager, Construction Design Manager, Pre-Construction Design Manager, Design Coordinator, Senior Design Coordinator, Technical Manager, Technical Design Manager, Construction Project Manager, Pre-Construction Manager, Project Design Manager, Design and Build Manager, Design Lead, Technical Coordinator, Senior Technical Coordinator, BIM Manager, may also be considered for this role.

Design Coordinator - Oxford Salary: 40,000 - 55,000 DOE + package Location: Oxford / Oxfordshire Role: Design Coordinator / Assistant Design Manager Progression: Opportunity to develop into Design Managament Hays are working with a respected Oxford-based main contractor who are looking to appoint a Design Coordinator into a newly created role within their technical and design team. This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants to move their career forward and gain exposure to a broad range of construction projects, from early-stage design coordination and preconstruction through to live project delivery. The business delivers a varied mix of design and build, refurbishment, restoration and new build schemes, working across sectors such as education, commercial, healthcare, heritage, arts and culture, sport and leisure, residential and public sector projects. Their work is often centred around technically challenging schemes, live environments and prestigious regional clients, including universities, colleges, schools, local authorities, healthcare providers, private clients and public sector organisations. This role would suit someone who is already working as a Design Coordinator, Assistant Design Manager, Technical Coordinator, Architectural Technician, Design Technician or Assistant Project Manager, and is looking to progress within a main contractor environment. The opportunity This is a newly created role, offering the chance to join a growing design function within a contractor that can provide genuine progression. You will be working closely with Project Managers, Design Managers, Quantity Surveyors, site teams, architects, engineers and specialist subcontractors to ensure design information is properly coordinated and issued in line with programme requirements. The role will give you exposure across design reviews, technical queries, buildability, drawing management, consultant coordination, subcontractor design information and live project support. For someone who enjoys technical detail, problem-solving and working as part of a wider project team, this is a strong opportunity to develop towards a more senior design management role. What the role will involve Supporting the design management process across new build, refurbishment and technically challenging projects Coordinating drawings, design information, technical submissions and project documentation Working with architects, engineers, consultants and specialist subcontractors Helping manage design queries, RFIs and information flow between design and site teams Reviewing design information for buildability, coordination issues and programme impact Supporting preconstruction teams with design input, technical information and consultant coordination Attending design meetings and ensuring actions are followed through Working closely with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors and site teams throughout the project lifecycle Helping ensure design information is accurate, coordinated and issued on time Supporting the delivery of projects across education, commercial, heritage, healthcare and refurbishment sectors What they are looking for The client is open to speaking with candidates from a range of technical and design backgrounds, providing you have a strong understanding of construction information and a genuine interest in progressing within design management. You will need to be organised, technically aware and confident communicating with different people across the project team. The role will suit someone who can work well with drawings, design information and technical detail, while also understanding how design decisions impact programme, cost, quality and delivery on site. You do not need to be the finished article, but you should be ambitious, proactive and keen to develop within a contractor that can give you exposure, support and long-term progression. Candidate background The client is open to speaking with candidates from a variety of technical and design-led backgrounds. This could include someone already working in design coordination, assistant design management, technical coordination, architecture, BIM, site management or specialist subcontractor coordination. You may currently be working for a main contractor, developer, consultancy, architectural practice or specialist trade contractor. The key requirement is a strong understanding of construction information, good communication skills and the ability to work closely with design, commercial and site teams. This is a good opportunity for someone who wants to move into a more rounded design management position, gain exposure to technically challenging projects and progress within a respected regional contractor. Why this role should appeal 45,000 - 55,000 DOE Newly created role within the design team Clear opportunity to progress into a senior design role Exposure to varied projects across Oxfordshire and the wider region Opportunity to work on education, commercial, heritage, healthcare and refurbishment schemes Work with prestigious regional clients and technically interesting projects Support from experienced operational, commercial and design teams Chance to join a contractor known for quality, repeat business and long-term client relationships How to Apply If you would like to discuss this opportunity in more detail, please apply below or contact James Mitchell at Hays Southampton for a confidential conversation. Hays Specialist 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 (url removed)