MOLA is an experienced and innovative archaeology practice. We have been providing independent, professional heritage advice and services for over 40 years across the UK and internationally on schemes both large and small. Our commercial services are designed to help our development, infrastructure and construction sector clients to meet their planning process requirements swiftly and expertly, with the certainty and value they need.
We are seeking to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join our busy Projects Team, to work on a wide range of exciting major excavation projects and contribute towards business development within MOLA.
You will be part of a dedicated, highly motivated, and collaborative field team that together deliver quality, client-focussed and project-led work. The team are responsible for managing archaeological projects throughout their lifecycle, leading on the successful tendering, planning, operation, delivery and completion of fieldwork. The MOLA ‘Projects’ division, in which this role plays a pivotal part, has a core commercial function and one of our key objectives is to assist our valued clients in meeting their planning requirements, embed our work within their projects and to promote social and public benefit.
The Project Manager role has a business development element, and therefore, a commercially focussed outlook, confident and proactive team leadership skill, problem solving and adaptability in approach are essential to your success. A driving licence is also highly desirable as regular travel is expected as part of the role, both within and outside of London.
We are looking for project managers who are highly experienced in the delivery of archaeological projects at a management and consultancy level with experience in London or urban archaeology. Successful candidates will be expected to organise, manage and deliver tender bids, to procure new work and operate independently to deliver MOLAs strategic business, research and public benefit goals. In your role you will place Health and Safety at the fore and seek to contribute to continued improvement and best safe-working practices. You will manage a range of archaeological fieldwork and post-excavation projects simultaneously, whilst ensuring delivery within set timescales and budgets which you and the team have costed and commercially manage. MOLA would welcome applications from candidates who have experience of large/complex schemes and infrastructure projects.
You will be a strong and innovative multi-tasker, able to integrate with other team specialisms such as Consultancy, Community Engagement and Built Heritage into project design and delivery models. You will be a confident negotiator, able to communicate across a wide range of stakeholder interests, with a sound working knowledge of National Planning Policy Frameworks and the planning process. Maintaining quality and high standards are essential and will be delivered through your skill with review, editing and production of technical and commercial reports. Your role will also require skill with managing people and as a Line Manager, you will seek to promote the wellbeing and professional development of your Line Management team.
For details on how to apply and further information please go to https://mola.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3933357?cid=2033
The closing date is Sunday 7th September 2025 at 23:59.
Please note all applicants must have the right to work in the UK without restrictions. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to commencement.
MOLA is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Aug 21, 2025
Full time
MOLA is an experienced and innovative archaeology practice. We have been providing independent, professional heritage advice and services for over 40 years across the UK and internationally on schemes both large and small. Our commercial services are designed to help our development, infrastructure and construction sector clients to meet their planning process requirements swiftly and expertly, with the certainty and value they need.
We are seeking to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join our busy Projects Team, to work on a wide range of exciting major excavation projects and contribute towards business development within MOLA.
You will be part of a dedicated, highly motivated, and collaborative field team that together deliver quality, client-focussed and project-led work. The team are responsible for managing archaeological projects throughout their lifecycle, leading on the successful tendering, planning, operation, delivery and completion of fieldwork. The MOLA ‘Projects’ division, in which this role plays a pivotal part, has a core commercial function and one of our key objectives is to assist our valued clients in meeting their planning requirements, embed our work within their projects and to promote social and public benefit.
The Project Manager role has a business development element, and therefore, a commercially focussed outlook, confident and proactive team leadership skill, problem solving and adaptability in approach are essential to your success. A driving licence is also highly desirable as regular travel is expected as part of the role, both within and outside of London.
We are looking for project managers who are highly experienced in the delivery of archaeological projects at a management and consultancy level with experience in London or urban archaeology. Successful candidates will be expected to organise, manage and deliver tender bids, to procure new work and operate independently to deliver MOLAs strategic business, research and public benefit goals. In your role you will place Health and Safety at the fore and seek to contribute to continued improvement and best safe-working practices. You will manage a range of archaeological fieldwork and post-excavation projects simultaneously, whilst ensuring delivery within set timescales and budgets which you and the team have costed and commercially manage. MOLA would welcome applications from candidates who have experience of large/complex schemes and infrastructure projects.
You will be a strong and innovative multi-tasker, able to integrate with other team specialisms such as Consultancy, Community Engagement and Built Heritage into project design and delivery models. You will be a confident negotiator, able to communicate across a wide range of stakeholder interests, with a sound working knowledge of National Planning Policy Frameworks and the planning process. Maintaining quality and high standards are essential and will be delivered through your skill with review, editing and production of technical and commercial reports. Your role will also require skill with managing people and as a Line Manager, you will seek to promote the wellbeing and professional development of your Line Management team.
For details on how to apply and further information please go to https://mola.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3933357?cid=2033
The closing date is Sunday 7th September 2025 at 23:59.
Please note all applicants must have the right to work in the UK without restrictions. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to commencement.
MOLA is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering Salary: 60-70,000 + pkg Location: Kent Regions: Kent, Middlesex, South East A regional Civil Engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to work on a portfolio of civil engineering projects from £10-£50m each. These can include highways, rail, water, power and infrastructure. The successful person will: Be degree qualified and preferably chartered Have a track record of leading the pre-construction team for a civil engineering main contractor Have a track record in successfully estimating, bidding and winning design and build contracts Responsibilities Coordinate and work with the national work winning resource in liaison with the Business Unit Manager and General Manager Maintain contemporary expert knowledge and understanding of the construction market and provide advice and information to the work winning business unit Lead and manage the development of winning proposals in response to bid documents issued by clients Take ownership of the tender process, from bid through to award, including the integration of commercial and quality proposals and ensure the defined company process and procedures are adhered to Agree bid strategy at start up meeting with Senior Management. This may involve working in a Joint Venture or Alliance Partnership Identify internal and external resource requirements, agree availability with Senior Management Maintain effective client (and JV / Partner) liaison including dialogue, clarifications and tender presentations Manage a realistic and up to date bid programme and deliverables register and ensure targets are met by the bid team through discussion and review meetings Undertake technical review of estimating, planning and supply chain proposals, supported by Estimator(s) Lead and manage the development of high quality written and costed bid material with specialist support from the Proposals Manager and Bid Writer Coordinate information for tender settlement in line with requirements of the T66 agenda. Deliver tender settlement presentations to Senior Management. Disseminate actions to the bid team Gather post-submission client feedback and attend meetings. Identify and disseminate learning / best practice to the bid team and Proposals Manager Ensure full and smooth handover of bid stage information to the Operations Team and provide further input and advice as appropriate Develop, manage and maintain a supply chain database to provide full regional capability Contribute to the business market share through developing contacts and effective marketing and assist in PQQ submissions Assist in seeking out work streams which increase profitability and enhance market value Ensure compliance with Company systems and procedures Assist in the recruitment and development of work winning staff Knowledge, skills & experience Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Ability to articulate clearly tender schemes internally with senior management and a range of contributing and support staff making up the bid team Ability to take the lead role in tender communication (queries, responses etc) with the client Confident in making persuasive presentations to clients Strong estimating and bid management skills Excellent resource management skills to ensure all bid deliverables are completed on time for both financial and quality submissions Ability to manage the requirements of several concurrent tenders and potentially work with and manage design teams and Joint Venture / Alliance partners Able to remain calm and work under tight timescales whilst maintaining the required high quality standard of work and good management practices Innovative and forward thinking Well-developed commercial acumen and proven ability to develop and maintain supply chain relationships Ability to find a commercial advantage that provides a competitive tender and increases our margin Ability to link what we can deliver to client centred benefits Good knowledge and understanding of cost planning and estimating requirements In depth understanding of construction forms of contract Understanding of the impact of value engineering, risk and programme on the final tendered price Experience in managing and delivering high quality submission deliverables To be able to understand the tender assessment and marking regime and be able to shape the written response to maximise the quality mark Have a methodical and thorough approach that ensures tenders are compliant, consistent and complete To identify the deliverables early in the tender and ensure contributing bid team fully understands the requirements, standards and timeline of their part Have a collaborative working style Operate at the centre of a tender and be able to manage the best out of people and take a hands-on role as appropriate and when required Person Previous experience should ideally be in civil engineering infrastructure projects ranging in value between £5m and £50m Management of a work winning business unit or bid team(s) Bid management responsibility Tendering through estimating / project management role Construction background, familiar with a range of clients operating in the region and sector Construction related degree Membership of professional body with Chartered status (MICE or equivalent) (Desirable) Experience/training in estimating of civil engineering infrastructure projects IT literate in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project planning and estimating software Evidence of bid management skills and experience Evidence of estimating skills and experience Construction planning Design co-ordination Bid writing Detailed knowledge of the regional construction market Comprehensive understanding of the principals of construction law Commercially astute and able to gain competitive advantage Team player with collaborative behaviours Ability to manage and develop teams Client facing experience including the delivery of presentations Apply For This Job Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV 3 Park Court, Pyrford Road West Byfleet, Surrey KT14 6SD
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering Salary: 60-70,000 + pkg Location: Kent Regions: Kent, Middlesex, South East A regional Civil Engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to work on a portfolio of civil engineering projects from £10-£50m each. These can include highways, rail, water, power and infrastructure. The successful person will: Be degree qualified and preferably chartered Have a track record of leading the pre-construction team for a civil engineering main contractor Have a track record in successfully estimating, bidding and winning design and build contracts Responsibilities Coordinate and work with the national work winning resource in liaison with the Business Unit Manager and General Manager Maintain contemporary expert knowledge and understanding of the construction market and provide advice and information to the work winning business unit Lead and manage the development of winning proposals in response to bid documents issued by clients Take ownership of the tender process, from bid through to award, including the integration of commercial and quality proposals and ensure the defined company process and procedures are adhered to Agree bid strategy at start up meeting with Senior Management. This may involve working in a Joint Venture or Alliance Partnership Identify internal and external resource requirements, agree availability with Senior Management Maintain effective client (and JV / Partner) liaison including dialogue, clarifications and tender presentations Manage a realistic and up to date bid programme and deliverables register and ensure targets are met by the bid team through discussion and review meetings Undertake technical review of estimating, planning and supply chain proposals, supported by Estimator(s) Lead and manage the development of high quality written and costed bid material with specialist support from the Proposals Manager and Bid Writer Coordinate information for tender settlement in line with requirements of the T66 agenda. Deliver tender settlement presentations to Senior Management. Disseminate actions to the bid team Gather post-submission client feedback and attend meetings. Identify and disseminate learning / best practice to the bid team and Proposals Manager Ensure full and smooth handover of bid stage information to the Operations Team and provide further input and advice as appropriate Develop, manage and maintain a supply chain database to provide full regional capability Contribute to the business market share through developing contacts and effective marketing and assist in PQQ submissions Assist in seeking out work streams which increase profitability and enhance market value Ensure compliance with Company systems and procedures Assist in the recruitment and development of work winning staff Knowledge, skills & experience Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Ability to articulate clearly tender schemes internally with senior management and a range of contributing and support staff making up the bid team Ability to take the lead role in tender communication (queries, responses etc) with the client Confident in making persuasive presentations to clients Strong estimating and bid management skills Excellent resource management skills to ensure all bid deliverables are completed on time for both financial and quality submissions Ability to manage the requirements of several concurrent tenders and potentially work with and manage design teams and Joint Venture / Alliance partners Able to remain calm and work under tight timescales whilst maintaining the required high quality standard of work and good management practices Innovative and forward thinking Well-developed commercial acumen and proven ability to develop and maintain supply chain relationships Ability to find a commercial advantage that provides a competitive tender and increases our margin Ability to link what we can deliver to client centred benefits Good knowledge and understanding of cost planning and estimating requirements In depth understanding of construction forms of contract Understanding of the impact of value engineering, risk and programme on the final tendered price Experience in managing and delivering high quality submission deliverables To be able to understand the tender assessment and marking regime and be able to shape the written response to maximise the quality mark Have a methodical and thorough approach that ensures tenders are compliant, consistent and complete To identify the deliverables early in the tender and ensure contributing bid team fully understands the requirements, standards and timeline of their part Have a collaborative working style Operate at the centre of a tender and be able to manage the best out of people and take a hands-on role as appropriate and when required Person Previous experience should ideally be in civil engineering infrastructure projects ranging in value between £5m and £50m Management of a work winning business unit or bid team(s) Bid management responsibility Tendering through estimating / project management role Construction background, familiar with a range of clients operating in the region and sector Construction related degree Membership of professional body with Chartered status (MICE or equivalent) (Desirable) Experience/training in estimating of civil engineering infrastructure projects IT literate in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project planning and estimating software Evidence of bid management skills and experience Evidence of estimating skills and experience Construction planning Design co-ordination Bid writing Detailed knowledge of the regional construction market Comprehensive understanding of the principals of construction law Commercially astute and able to gain competitive advantage Team player with collaborative behaviours Ability to manage and develop teams Client facing experience including the delivery of presentations Apply For This Job Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV 3 Park Court, Pyrford Road West Byfleet, Surrey KT14 6SD
Lead Director, Building Services South, Cities Ramboll has recently undertaken a global restructure which shifted the commercial emphasis into the market sectors. As such, the Ramboll Buildings business is now organised into a sector-focused, multi-disciplinary organisational structure. The commercial and residential ("Cities") service line encompasses these multidisciplinary teams (Building Services, Structures, Project/Design Managers, Vertical Transportation) working across the UK private development project pipeline; specifically in the commercial office/workplace, residential, higher education, retail, hotel, culture and sport and leisure sectors. Ramboll is seeking to hire a Lead Director, reporting to the Head of Department for Cities, South, to lead and manage the building services engineering aspects of the team for the South of the UK. Our Building Services team within the Cities South totals 60+ engineers focusing on the 'private sector' market, helping to grow and shape the team and ensuring the highest quality of design, delivery and commercial performance of all our building services projects across the region. Based in London, the role will be multi-facetted including, with main responsibilities including: Line managing, coaching and mentoring our building services biased Directors in the region, providing leadership and governance to the Building Services team in the South. Providing governance across our building services project portfolio, ensuring Project Managers and Project Directors plan, programme and deliver projects inline with cost forecasts while maintaining the highest standards of quality. You will help direct effective and efficient project delivery. In addition, you will personally lead and deliver a portfolio of single and multi-disciplinary projects. Influencing the continued evolvement and enrichment of Ramboll's technical delivery teams Financial reporting of the project portfolio. Managing building services resources across the South including, recruitment and talent management Further raising the profile and reputation of Ramboll's building services offering in the South, the UK and internationally. Candidates will be expected to market our offering extensively via networking, business to business meetings, seminars, thought leadership and general business development. You will also have the strategic responsibility for helping to develop and grow our multidisciplinary services within the South region and also nationally. You will support the department and UK service line together with other Buildings Directors. This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader in Building Services who has a passion for design excellence and an ambition to shape the future of the built environment in alignment with Ramboll's growth objectives. Your new team You will be part of our multi-disciplinary Commercial & Residential Service Line and oversee our MEP teams based in London, Cambridge, Southampton and Bristol. Our portfolio includes clients across Commercial Offices, Residential, Mixed use, Hotels and Sports and Leisure sectors. Our projects range from the refurbishment of listed buildings including the recently completed redevelopment of 214 Oxford Street, to iconic new commercial offices development such as 2 Finsbury Avenue and 99 Bishopsgate; and from industry leading residential schemes including St Edward's Trillion development in Paddington and St William's gasholder site schemes at Bromley by Bow and Kings Road Park in London; to our work with key University partners across the region including Cambridge, Oxford, Southampton and the University of London. Our multi-disciplinary teams assist our clients and external collaborators in all phases of a project - from developing business plans and strategic planning to selecting the right solution and all way through the execution of the project. You will be a significant contributor to the leadership/management group in our UK Service Line where you, together with the other Directors, will contribute to setting the strategic priorities that will ensure our continuous growth. About you From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success. These include: Academic degree or equivalent experience Professional membership of relevant institution In-depth understanding of the market, including associated challenges and opportunities An innovative mindset and urge to challenge yourself, clients and collaborators. A passion for sustainability and a strong interest in driving change that underpin a sustainable transformation of society Business acumen and ability to build strong relations with internal and external stakeholders An ability to collaborate across technical and geographical borders Effective communication skills in English Ability to win work and grow Ramboll's profile and reputation Understanding investment strategies and the key clients, stakeholders, and related activities within our market Understanding and having an overview of Ramboll's regional and national portfolio of activity with a general understanding of key clients, projects, and opportunities Lead and participate in tenders/proposals Contributing with industry best practice and/or client insights in the bidding, winning and execution of projects Identifying competencies within Ramboll and deploying these to projects, to ensure that we meet, and exceed, our client's expectations Leading and delivering projects to an agreed revenue target and profitability Effectively build, develop and maintain relationships with key clients and prospective clients. What we can offer you: Investment in your development Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles Be valued for the unique person you are Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company Flexible work environment Matched pension contributions (up to 7% contribution) Private medical cover and life assurance 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays Work at the heart of sustainable change Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that's where we start - and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Lead Director, Building Services South, Cities Ramboll has recently undertaken a global restructure which shifted the commercial emphasis into the market sectors. As such, the Ramboll Buildings business is now organised into a sector-focused, multi-disciplinary organisational structure. The commercial and residential ("Cities") service line encompasses these multidisciplinary teams (Building Services, Structures, Project/Design Managers, Vertical Transportation) working across the UK private development project pipeline; specifically in the commercial office/workplace, residential, higher education, retail, hotel, culture and sport and leisure sectors. Ramboll is seeking to hire a Lead Director, reporting to the Head of Department for Cities, South, to lead and manage the building services engineering aspects of the team for the South of the UK. Our Building Services team within the Cities South totals 60+ engineers focusing on the 'private sector' market, helping to grow and shape the team and ensuring the highest quality of design, delivery and commercial performance of all our building services projects across the region. Based in London, the role will be multi-facetted including, with main responsibilities including: Line managing, coaching and mentoring our building services biased Directors in the region, providing leadership and governance to the Building Services team in the South. Providing governance across our building services project portfolio, ensuring Project Managers and Project Directors plan, programme and deliver projects inline with cost forecasts while maintaining the highest standards of quality. You will help direct effective and efficient project delivery. In addition, you will personally lead and deliver a portfolio of single and multi-disciplinary projects. Influencing the continued evolvement and enrichment of Ramboll's technical delivery teams Financial reporting of the project portfolio. Managing building services resources across the South including, recruitment and talent management Further raising the profile and reputation of Ramboll's building services offering in the South, the UK and internationally. Candidates will be expected to market our offering extensively via networking, business to business meetings, seminars, thought leadership and general business development. You will also have the strategic responsibility for helping to develop and grow our multidisciplinary services within the South region and also nationally. You will support the department and UK service line together with other Buildings Directors. This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader in Building Services who has a passion for design excellence and an ambition to shape the future of the built environment in alignment with Ramboll's growth objectives. Your new team You will be part of our multi-disciplinary Commercial & Residential Service Line and oversee our MEP teams based in London, Cambridge, Southampton and Bristol. Our portfolio includes clients across Commercial Offices, Residential, Mixed use, Hotels and Sports and Leisure sectors. Our projects range from the refurbishment of listed buildings including the recently completed redevelopment of 214 Oxford Street, to iconic new commercial offices development such as 2 Finsbury Avenue and 99 Bishopsgate; and from industry leading residential schemes including St Edward's Trillion development in Paddington and St William's gasholder site schemes at Bromley by Bow and Kings Road Park in London; to our work with key University partners across the region including Cambridge, Oxford, Southampton and the University of London. Our multi-disciplinary teams assist our clients and external collaborators in all phases of a project - from developing business plans and strategic planning to selecting the right solution and all way through the execution of the project. You will be a significant contributor to the leadership/management group in our UK Service Line where you, together with the other Directors, will contribute to setting the strategic priorities that will ensure our continuous growth. About you From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success. These include: Academic degree or equivalent experience Professional membership of relevant institution In-depth understanding of the market, including associated challenges and opportunities An innovative mindset and urge to challenge yourself, clients and collaborators. A passion for sustainability and a strong interest in driving change that underpin a sustainable transformation of society Business acumen and ability to build strong relations with internal and external stakeholders An ability to collaborate across technical and geographical borders Effective communication skills in English Ability to win work and grow Ramboll's profile and reputation Understanding investment strategies and the key clients, stakeholders, and related activities within our market Understanding and having an overview of Ramboll's regional and national portfolio of activity with a general understanding of key clients, projects, and opportunities Lead and participate in tenders/proposals Contributing with industry best practice and/or client insights in the bidding, winning and execution of projects Identifying competencies within Ramboll and deploying these to projects, to ensure that we meet, and exceed, our client's expectations Leading and delivering projects to an agreed revenue target and profitability Effectively build, develop and maintain relationships with key clients and prospective clients. What we can offer you: Investment in your development Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles Be valued for the unique person you are Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company Flexible work environment Matched pension contributions (up to 7% contribution) Private medical cover and life assurance 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays Work at the heart of sustainable change Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that's where we start - and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Principal Consultant - Asset Management, Property Services & Compliance Location: Essex Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead and oversee operational delivery across multiple work streams. The role involves managing teams and contractors, ensuring high quality service delivery, maintaining strong financial control, and meeting all contractual and performance requirements. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence, improve service outcomes, and ensure all works are completed safely, on time, and to the required standard. Key Responsibilities Provide full managerial leadership across allocated work areas, including supervision of contractors and operational teams. Plan, schedule, and resource all works to ensure delivery within contractual timeframes. Ensure materials, information, and equipment are available to teams ahead of delivery deadlines. Conduct site inspections, investigations, and prepare reports with recommendations for improvement. Maintain high standards of work quality, safety, and customer service at all times. Take overall responsibility for financial performance, ensuring profitability targets are achieved annually. Monitor operational and financial metrics, identifying issues and taking corrective action where necessary. Ensure timely invoicing of completed works and maximise income opportunities. Support continuous improvement and income generation initiatives within designated service areas. Develop and implement Quality Management Procedures to achieve consistent service standards. Ensure all work is undertaken safely and in accordance with legislative requirements and best practice. Maintain strong industrial relations and promote a positive, safe, and compliant working environment. Manage out of hours works when required, including emergency service responses. Lead, mentor, and support staff to ensure performance, behaviour, and conduct meet organisational expectations. Carry out performance appraisals, return to work interviews, attendance monitoring, and formal disciplinary processes where necessary. Provide flexible cover across the contract as needed, including deputising up or down the line. Support staff development and encourage best practice across the team. Build strong working relationships with clients and client representatives to ensure high levels of service delivery. Attend meetings with internal teams, external partners, and resident groups, including occasional out of hours attendance. Ensure the service consistently meets contractual commitments and client expectations. About You Proven experience in managing contracts within construction, maintenance, or related sectors. Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage teams and contractors effectively. Excellent organisational, planning, and problem solving abilities. Financially astute with strong commercial awareness. Committed to high quality service delivery and continuous improvement. Senior Surveyor (Temporary) Location: Essex (just off the M11) Salary: £450 per day (umbrella) Contract: 6 12 months We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Surveyor to lead and manage surveying projects from conception to completion. The successful candidate will ensure accurate, timely, and budget conscious delivery while maintaining compliance with industry and legal standards. Key Responsibilities Manage and execute a variety of surveying projects, overseeing all stages from planning to delivery. Conduct detailed land, boundary, topographical, and construction surveys using advanced equipment and software. Prepare accurate survey reports, drawings, and maps that meet client and regulatory requirements. Liaise with clients to understand project needs, provide expert advice, and deliver high quality outcomes. Supervise, mentor, and train junior surveyors, promoting best practices and professional development. Ensure all surveying activities comply with legal, safety, and quality standards. Property Surveyor (Fixed hour) Location: Essex Salary: £36.00 per hour Carry out pre inspections, building and stock condition surveys to identify defects and future investment requirements, preparing detailed reports, specifications and cost estimates. Ensure all planned, cyclical and responsive repair works are valid, provide value for money, and complete within budget, maintaining contract administration best practice. Conduct post inspections of completed works to ensure quality, compliance with the Schedule of Rates, and statutory compliance, driving performance to achieve KPI targets. Assist delivery of internal policies, procedures and agreements, continuously improving service to achieve value for money and resident satisfaction. Follow client Health and Safety policies and procedures, undertaking specific roles such as Fire Warden or First Aider as required. Major Works Project Manager - Building Safety (Consultancy) Location: South London Salary: £500 per day (Inside IR35) Manage the implementation and delivery of FRA actions from Type 4 risk assessments. Oversee contractor management for Building safety remedial projects on Major Works programmes. Manage a budget of £34 million and cover high rise, high risk buildings. Hold MCIOB or MRICS qualification and understand Building Safety Act, Golden Thread and Gateway Process. Development Manager (Estates) Location: Essex Salary: £500 £600 per day (umbrella) Contract: 3 6 months Manage design and development stages for major refurbishment and new build schemes to improve affordable housing supply. Collaborate with the Development Commissioning Officer on bidding opportunities for regeneration and housing investment schemes. Provide technical interpretation relative to building fabric, infrastructure, defects, significant repairs, replacements and upgrades to inform strategic investment decisions. Lead project delivery, ensuring quality, budget and timeline expectations are met. Act as estates lead officer, collaborating with internal teams and providing progress reports to the Asset Review Board. Key Responsibilities (Development Manager) Work collaboratively with Development and Regeneration teams, Housing Services and Corporate Estates to deliver priority housing projects. Oversee planning, execution and completion of building and development projects, acting as an informed client to manage external consultants from RIBA Stages 1 6, with Housing team input at Stage 7. Assist with defining project scope and objectives alongside key partners and stakeholders, supporting feasibility and briefing stages. Build and maintain strong professional relationships with stakeholders, consultants, contractors and development partners. Ensure all projects comply with relevant legislation, health and safety requirements and best practice standards. Manage key housing investment schemes, maintaining day to day relationships with regeneration and affordable housing providers. Support the Assistant Director of Estates in service delivery, governance and achieving key objectives. Lead engagement with developers from project initiation through to project closure, ensuring successful outcomes. Key Skills & Experience Required (Development Manager) Experience delivering large scale property, reinvestment and building compliance programmes. Strong understanding of planning and building control processes. Knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations and construction related issues including contract forms. Skilled negotiator with understanding of construction and contract law. Proven experience delivering construction, housing and regeneration projects. Strong financial awareness and ability to manage and report on budgets.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Principal Consultant - Asset Management, Property Services & Compliance Location: Essex Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead and oversee operational delivery across multiple work streams. The role involves managing teams and contractors, ensuring high quality service delivery, maintaining strong financial control, and meeting all contractual and performance requirements. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence, improve service outcomes, and ensure all works are completed safely, on time, and to the required standard. Key Responsibilities Provide full managerial leadership across allocated work areas, including supervision of contractors and operational teams. Plan, schedule, and resource all works to ensure delivery within contractual timeframes. Ensure materials, information, and equipment are available to teams ahead of delivery deadlines. Conduct site inspections, investigations, and prepare reports with recommendations for improvement. Maintain high standards of work quality, safety, and customer service at all times. Take overall responsibility for financial performance, ensuring profitability targets are achieved annually. Monitor operational and financial metrics, identifying issues and taking corrective action where necessary. Ensure timely invoicing of completed works and maximise income opportunities. Support continuous improvement and income generation initiatives within designated service areas. Develop and implement Quality Management Procedures to achieve consistent service standards. Ensure all work is undertaken safely and in accordance with legislative requirements and best practice. Maintain strong industrial relations and promote a positive, safe, and compliant working environment. Manage out of hours works when required, including emergency service responses. Lead, mentor, and support staff to ensure performance, behaviour, and conduct meet organisational expectations. Carry out performance appraisals, return to work interviews, attendance monitoring, and formal disciplinary processes where necessary. Provide flexible cover across the contract as needed, including deputising up or down the line. Support staff development and encourage best practice across the team. Build strong working relationships with clients and client representatives to ensure high levels of service delivery. Attend meetings with internal teams, external partners, and resident groups, including occasional out of hours attendance. Ensure the service consistently meets contractual commitments and client expectations. About You Proven experience in managing contracts within construction, maintenance, or related sectors. Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage teams and contractors effectively. Excellent organisational, planning, and problem solving abilities. Financially astute with strong commercial awareness. Committed to high quality service delivery and continuous improvement. Senior Surveyor (Temporary) Location: Essex (just off the M11) Salary: £450 per day (umbrella) Contract: 6 12 months We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Surveyor to lead and manage surveying projects from conception to completion. The successful candidate will ensure accurate, timely, and budget conscious delivery while maintaining compliance with industry and legal standards. Key Responsibilities Manage and execute a variety of surveying projects, overseeing all stages from planning to delivery. Conduct detailed land, boundary, topographical, and construction surveys using advanced equipment and software. Prepare accurate survey reports, drawings, and maps that meet client and regulatory requirements. Liaise with clients to understand project needs, provide expert advice, and deliver high quality outcomes. Supervise, mentor, and train junior surveyors, promoting best practices and professional development. Ensure all surveying activities comply with legal, safety, and quality standards. Property Surveyor (Fixed hour) Location: Essex Salary: £36.00 per hour Carry out pre inspections, building and stock condition surveys to identify defects and future investment requirements, preparing detailed reports, specifications and cost estimates. Ensure all planned, cyclical and responsive repair works are valid, provide value for money, and complete within budget, maintaining contract administration best practice. Conduct post inspections of completed works to ensure quality, compliance with the Schedule of Rates, and statutory compliance, driving performance to achieve KPI targets. Assist delivery of internal policies, procedures and agreements, continuously improving service to achieve value for money and resident satisfaction. Follow client Health and Safety policies and procedures, undertaking specific roles such as Fire Warden or First Aider as required. Major Works Project Manager - Building Safety (Consultancy) Location: South London Salary: £500 per day (Inside IR35) Manage the implementation and delivery of FRA actions from Type 4 risk assessments. Oversee contractor management for Building safety remedial projects on Major Works programmes. Manage a budget of £34 million and cover high rise, high risk buildings. Hold MCIOB or MRICS qualification and understand Building Safety Act, Golden Thread and Gateway Process. Development Manager (Estates) Location: Essex Salary: £500 £600 per day (umbrella) Contract: 3 6 months Manage design and development stages for major refurbishment and new build schemes to improve affordable housing supply. Collaborate with the Development Commissioning Officer on bidding opportunities for regeneration and housing investment schemes. Provide technical interpretation relative to building fabric, infrastructure, defects, significant repairs, replacements and upgrades to inform strategic investment decisions. Lead project delivery, ensuring quality, budget and timeline expectations are met. Act as estates lead officer, collaborating with internal teams and providing progress reports to the Asset Review Board. Key Responsibilities (Development Manager) Work collaboratively with Development and Regeneration teams, Housing Services and Corporate Estates to deliver priority housing projects. Oversee planning, execution and completion of building and development projects, acting as an informed client to manage external consultants from RIBA Stages 1 6, with Housing team input at Stage 7. Assist with defining project scope and objectives alongside key partners and stakeholders, supporting feasibility and briefing stages. Build and maintain strong professional relationships with stakeholders, consultants, contractors and development partners. Ensure all projects comply with relevant legislation, health and safety requirements and best practice standards. Manage key housing investment schemes, maintaining day to day relationships with regeneration and affordable housing providers. Support the Assistant Director of Estates in service delivery, governance and achieving key objectives. Lead engagement with developers from project initiation through to project closure, ensuring successful outcomes. Key Skills & Experience Required (Development Manager) Experience delivering large scale property, reinvestment and building compliance programmes. Strong understanding of planning and building control processes. Knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations and construction related issues including contract forms. Skilled negotiator with understanding of construction and contract law. Proven experience delivering construction, housing and regeneration projects. Strong financial awareness and ability to manage and report on budgets.
We are recruiting a Quantity Surveyor for a national developer based in Bristol who have a number of new live sites secured through to 2028. They work on major residential developments in the Bristol and Gloucestershire area and have secured several major new schemes of 200 plus units, a mix of 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses. The role will be office based 3 days a week, 1 day on site and 1 day available to work from home if required but they are alos flexible to your needs and working patterns so if you want to be on site 3 days a week thats fine. You will work closely with the Bid and Estimating teams alongside the PM on preconstruction and bid work before taking schemes onto site. Once on site you will be responsible for procuring packages, overseeing the management of subcontractors, and set up the procedures for payments, valuations, remeasures, subcontractor engagement and pre-start meetings, chair client meetings, manage the various accounts and other internal reporting metrics all the way through to completion. You will have full commercial reporting authority for the scheme and we will be responsible for forecasting and the financial health of the scheme and you will report into a visiting commercial manager and have the full support and backing of a national contractor. Previous experience with a residential developer would be an advantage as well experience using COINS. They offer attractive basic salary packages, car allowances and generous employee benefits programmes so if you want to be in charge of your own destiny, make your own decisons without miles of red tape and endless meetings and just get on site - build something interesting and make money then this could be the company for you. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
We are recruiting a Quantity Surveyor for a national developer based in Bristol who have a number of new live sites secured through to 2028. They work on major residential developments in the Bristol and Gloucestershire area and have secured several major new schemes of 200 plus units, a mix of 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses. The role will be office based 3 days a week, 1 day on site and 1 day available to work from home if required but they are alos flexible to your needs and working patterns so if you want to be on site 3 days a week thats fine. You will work closely with the Bid and Estimating teams alongside the PM on preconstruction and bid work before taking schemes onto site. Once on site you will be responsible for procuring packages, overseeing the management of subcontractors, and set up the procedures for payments, valuations, remeasures, subcontractor engagement and pre-start meetings, chair client meetings, manage the various accounts and other internal reporting metrics all the way through to completion. You will have full commercial reporting authority for the scheme and we will be responsible for forecasting and the financial health of the scheme and you will report into a visiting commercial manager and have the full support and backing of a national contractor. Previous experience with a residential developer would be an advantage as well experience using COINS. They offer attractive basic salary packages, car allowances and generous employee benefits programmes so if you want to be in charge of your own destiny, make your own decisons without miles of red tape and endless meetings and just get on site - build something interesting and make money then this could be the company for you. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Atlas Recruitment Group Limited
Ingatestone, Essex
Job Title: Bid Specialist - Construction (Social Housing Focus) About Us: Join a fast-growing, successful construction company where your expertise drives winning bids and shapes impactful projects. The Role: We're looking for a detail-oriented Bid Specialist with a strong construction background to manage the end-to-end bid process. You'll ensure accuracy, competitiveness, and compliance while collaborating with clients, vendors, and project teams. Social housing experience is essential. What You'll Do: Prepare and coordinate bids, proposals, and tender documents. Accurately estimate costs, materials, and labour. Develop bid strategies aligned with project goals and budgets. Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors for competitive pricing. Review bids for compliance, profitability, and risk mitigation. Engage with clients, architects, engineers, and project managers to meet expectations. Maintain thorough documentation and report on bid outcomes. You Bring: Proven experience in construction bidding or project management. Solid knowledge of construction processes. Social housing project experience. Strong attention to detail, collaboration, and analytical skills. Why Join Us: Be part of a dynamic team shaping impactful construction projects while advancing your career in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Bid Specialist - Construction (Social Housing Focus) About Us: Join a fast-growing, successful construction company where your expertise drives winning bids and shapes impactful projects. The Role: We're looking for a detail-oriented Bid Specialist with a strong construction background to manage the end-to-end bid process. You'll ensure accuracy, competitiveness, and compliance while collaborating with clients, vendors, and project teams. Social housing experience is essential. What You'll Do: Prepare and coordinate bids, proposals, and tender documents. Accurately estimate costs, materials, and labour. Develop bid strategies aligned with project goals and budgets. Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors for competitive pricing. Review bids for compliance, profitability, and risk mitigation. Engage with clients, architects, engineers, and project managers to meet expectations. Maintain thorough documentation and report on bid outcomes. You Bring: Proven experience in construction bidding or project management. Solid knowledge of construction processes. Social housing project experience. Strong attention to detail, collaboration, and analytical skills. Why Join Us: Be part of a dynamic team shaping impactful construction projects while advancing your career in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
If you are an ambitious Bid Coordinator looking for a new challenge in civil construction and would like to help shape future of STRABAG, then please read the below job description. Excellentorganisational and coordination skills - at least 1-2 years' experiencefrom a similar role. HND/Degree-leveleducation in a relevant discipline, such as marketing, business, graphicdesign, engineering, etc. Goodknowledge of the construction industry (planning, design, contracts,commercial, site operations, etc.) is advantageous. STRABAG - Work On Progress: Becoming Climate Neutral by 2040. You will be an integral part of the Business Developmentand bid team(s) to enable the submission of UK-wide pre-qualifications,tenders, and presentation material to pre-determined deadlines and to aconsistently high standard. You will maintain and develop the standardinformation used for quality bids and company accreditations in the centralknowledge library. You will monitor portals for updates on opportunities andmaintain and update key client/pipeline data via the central company systems. Businessdevelopment coordination - liaise with BD representatives in businessunits to ensure external portals and platforms are regularly monitored andthat any suitable opportunities are recorded on the internal pipelinedatabases (STRAthek, CRM etc), and run regular reports to ensure theinternal data is kept up to date. Liaisewith relevant stakeholders and maintain the standard body of informationto keep company-wide UK accreditations (Constructionline, Achilles andAcclaim) up to date and verified. Contribute to Pre-Qualifications withstandard responses. Workwith bid managers to coordinate the tender process within the biddeliverables plan and ensure compliance. Track activities, with clearmilestones and deadlines. Maintain all submission-related documentation.Carry out document management and file setup duties including managingSharePoint access/permissions. Organise progress meetings for the bidteam, and manage client information and feedback via allocatedportals/inbox, etc. Maintainboth internal and external documentation throughout the bid period,uploading bid queries and distributing bid amendments and query responsesas required. Monitor opportunities portal, make enquiries and circulatedetails as required. Undertakeformatting, proofing, collating and upload of final submission responses. Manageand collate standard submissions information, such as case studies, CVs,and project information, and conduct research from a wide range ofsources. Contribute to updates and continual improvement of the referencelibrary. We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset - the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward - with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040. At STRABAG around 86,000 people working on progress at more than 2,400 locations worldwide. Uniqueness and individual strengths characterise both our projects and each of us as individuals. Whether its building construction, civil engineering, road construction, underground engineering, bridge building, tunnelling, construction material production, project development or building management - we are always one step ahead so that we can become the most innovative and sustainable construction technology company in Europe. Diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities are integral to this, who we are as a company and how we work. Together we work as partners to complete projects successfully and grow with new challenges. Together we achieve great things. Let's progress!
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
If you are an ambitious Bid Coordinator looking for a new challenge in civil construction and would like to help shape future of STRABAG, then please read the below job description. Excellentorganisational and coordination skills - at least 1-2 years' experiencefrom a similar role. HND/Degree-leveleducation in a relevant discipline, such as marketing, business, graphicdesign, engineering, etc. Goodknowledge of the construction industry (planning, design, contracts,commercial, site operations, etc.) is advantageous. STRABAG - Work On Progress: Becoming Climate Neutral by 2040. You will be an integral part of the Business Developmentand bid team(s) to enable the submission of UK-wide pre-qualifications,tenders, and presentation material to pre-determined deadlines and to aconsistently high standard. You will maintain and develop the standardinformation used for quality bids and company accreditations in the centralknowledge library. You will monitor portals for updates on opportunities andmaintain and update key client/pipeline data via the central company systems. Businessdevelopment coordination - liaise with BD representatives in businessunits to ensure external portals and platforms are regularly monitored andthat any suitable opportunities are recorded on the internal pipelinedatabases (STRAthek, CRM etc), and run regular reports to ensure theinternal data is kept up to date. Liaisewith relevant stakeholders and maintain the standard body of informationto keep company-wide UK accreditations (Constructionline, Achilles andAcclaim) up to date and verified. Contribute to Pre-Qualifications withstandard responses. Workwith bid managers to coordinate the tender process within the biddeliverables plan and ensure compliance. Track activities, with clearmilestones and deadlines. Maintain all submission-related documentation.Carry out document management and file setup duties including managingSharePoint access/permissions. Organise progress meetings for the bidteam, and manage client information and feedback via allocatedportals/inbox, etc. Maintainboth internal and external documentation throughout the bid period,uploading bid queries and distributing bid amendments and query responsesas required. Monitor opportunities portal, make enquiries and circulatedetails as required. Undertakeformatting, proofing, collating and upload of final submission responses. Manageand collate standard submissions information, such as case studies, CVs,and project information, and conduct research from a wide range ofsources. Contribute to updates and continual improvement of the referencelibrary. We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset - the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward - with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040. At STRABAG around 86,000 people working on progress at more than 2,400 locations worldwide. Uniqueness and individual strengths characterise both our projects and each of us as individuals. Whether its building construction, civil engineering, road construction, underground engineering, bridge building, tunnelling, construction material production, project development or building management - we are always one step ahead so that we can become the most innovative and sustainable construction technology company in Europe. Diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities are integral to this, who we are as a company and how we work. Together we work as partners to complete projects successfully and grow with new challenges. Together we achieve great things. Let's progress!
The Project As an experienced Contracts Manager, you will ensure that the contracts are carried out on time and to the company quality standards. This role will be managing various contracts on various surfacing schemes around the UK. Requirements For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum; SMSTS First Aid CSCS Card Driving License For this role it is essential that you hold the skills & experience below; Experience managing multiple surfacing / reinstatement / Composite Pavement schemes at once Previous experience as a Contracts Manager on surfacing schemes / highways surfacing Some experience working on CBGM / Composite Pavements The Role Job Title: Contracts Manager Projects: Surfacing - CBGM & Composite Pavement Schemes Location: Based out of Midlands / North of England but happy to travel and work away from home Duration: Permanent Duties Managing multiple surfacing contracts to achieve financial, safety, quality, and environmental targets Pre-contract planning and liaison with estimators Leading and delegating duties to engineering and contract staff Maintaining a working knowledge of current contract forms, acts, and legislation Accepting, approving, and issuing contracts and subcontracts Ensuring company's Health and Safety and other IMS procedures are complied with planning, programming, and resourcing contracts Liaising, negotiating, and meeting with clients, consulting engineers, surveyors, and sub-contractors and others Assisting with the preparation of quality bids, PQQs, and other presentations as required Providing technical, contractual, and legal advice Providing accurate information for regional monthly contract appraisals and other reports as required Budgeting, monitoring, and control of contract finances Identifying, evaluating, and managing claims and variations Compiling applications for payment and agreeing final accounts Motivating, coaching, and providing guidance to staff and operatives Interviewing, selection, recruitment, discipline, and dismissal of staff Maintaining photographic library, publicity material, contract press releases, etc Improving and promoting company profile and activities This is a Permanent position with a competitive Salary on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Alex (phone number removed) or the Civils Team on (phone number removed)
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
The Project As an experienced Contracts Manager, you will ensure that the contracts are carried out on time and to the company quality standards. This role will be managing various contracts on various surfacing schemes around the UK. Requirements For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum; SMSTS First Aid CSCS Card Driving License For this role it is essential that you hold the skills & experience below; Experience managing multiple surfacing / reinstatement / Composite Pavement schemes at once Previous experience as a Contracts Manager on surfacing schemes / highways surfacing Some experience working on CBGM / Composite Pavements The Role Job Title: Contracts Manager Projects: Surfacing - CBGM & Composite Pavement Schemes Location: Based out of Midlands / North of England but happy to travel and work away from home Duration: Permanent Duties Managing multiple surfacing contracts to achieve financial, safety, quality, and environmental targets Pre-contract planning and liaison with estimators Leading and delegating duties to engineering and contract staff Maintaining a working knowledge of current contract forms, acts, and legislation Accepting, approving, and issuing contracts and subcontracts Ensuring company's Health and Safety and other IMS procedures are complied with planning, programming, and resourcing contracts Liaising, negotiating, and meeting with clients, consulting engineers, surveyors, and sub-contractors and others Assisting with the preparation of quality bids, PQQs, and other presentations as required Providing technical, contractual, and legal advice Providing accurate information for regional monthly contract appraisals and other reports as required Budgeting, monitoring, and control of contract finances Identifying, evaluating, and managing claims and variations Compiling applications for payment and agreeing final accounts Motivating, coaching, and providing guidance to staff and operatives Interviewing, selection, recruitment, discipline, and dismissal of staff Maintaining photographic library, publicity material, contract press releases, etc Improving and promoting company profile and activities This is a Permanent position with a competitive Salary on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Alex (phone number removed) or the Civils Team on (phone number removed)
MB870: Health and Safety Advisor Location: Swindon Salary: £52,000 + £5k Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Health and Safety Advisor on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: To assist in the development, management, implementation and monitoring of the Safety, Health and Environmental Management system by updating systems in line with changes in legislation or best practice Assist with development of content for HSE Training and awareness programmes. Assist with the implementation of the Construction behavioural based safety programme. Carry out inspections and audits in conjunction with appropriate management to ensure Company, Client and legislative requirements are being met and make recommendations for improvement. Assist and / or manage with investigating and recording of close call, near miss and other incidents reported within the business. Be honest in discharging your duties as a health and safety professional. Assist with the management of key HSE data to enable accurate trend analysis and develop systems to ensure where trends are identified they are met with a suitable response. Assist with development of Occupational Health and Wellbeing campaigns increasing awareness within the business. Assist the HSE Manager in providing the Work Winning department with health and safety input into Tenders and Pre-qualifications. Assist the HSE Manager with the implementation of the Business Strategy relating to Health and Safety. Cooperate fully with IOSH and abide by its Charter, Byelaws and Regulations. Skills and Qualifications: A motivated and proactive individual with a genuine interest in health, safety and wellbeing. Someone with experience in construction & Civil engineering background with a Tier 1 contractor Knowledge of UK health and safety legislation. Good communication and organisational skills. Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Ideally, you will be working towards or already hold a NEBOSH qualification and be a member of IOSH. MB870: Health and Safety Advisor Location: Swindon Salary: £52,000 + £5k Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
MB870: Health and Safety Advisor Location: Swindon Salary: £52,000 + £5k Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Health and Safety Advisor on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: To assist in the development, management, implementation and monitoring of the Safety, Health and Environmental Management system by updating systems in line with changes in legislation or best practice Assist with development of content for HSE Training and awareness programmes. Assist with the implementation of the Construction behavioural based safety programme. Carry out inspections and audits in conjunction with appropriate management to ensure Company, Client and legislative requirements are being met and make recommendations for improvement. Assist and / or manage with investigating and recording of close call, near miss and other incidents reported within the business. Be honest in discharging your duties as a health and safety professional. Assist with the management of key HSE data to enable accurate trend analysis and develop systems to ensure where trends are identified they are met with a suitable response. Assist with development of Occupational Health and Wellbeing campaigns increasing awareness within the business. Assist the HSE Manager in providing the Work Winning department with health and safety input into Tenders and Pre-qualifications. Assist the HSE Manager with the implementation of the Business Strategy relating to Health and Safety. Cooperate fully with IOSH and abide by its Charter, Byelaws and Regulations. Skills and Qualifications: A motivated and proactive individual with a genuine interest in health, safety and wellbeing. Someone with experience in construction & Civil engineering background with a Tier 1 contractor Knowledge of UK health and safety legislation. Good communication and organisational skills. Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Ideally, you will be working towards or already hold a NEBOSH qualification and be a member of IOSH. MB870: Health and Safety Advisor Location: Swindon Salary: £52,000 + £5k Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
Senior Estimator Kent Construction / FF&E Salary: £38- 50k Great Employer with Flexible/Hybrid Working Options Our client is a manufacturer of bespoke furniture for commercial settings with projects of up £2m. As part of their growth, and success, they are working with us here at Better People to source a talented and dynamic client focussed Senior Estimator. This is a pivotal role within the business and will directly influence success on major projects. We are looking for an individual who brings both technical competence and strategic commercial thinking, someone who wants to be part of the securing of new business for the organisation. The Opportunity As Senior Estimator, you will take full ownership of tendering activities across multiple high-value FF&E and specialist joinery packages. You will be instrumental in shaping competitive bids, managing commercial risk, and strengthening our reputation within the construction supply chain. You will work closely with the Managing Director, Commercial Director, Contracts Manager, and key supply partners to produce market-leading tenders that are commercially competitive, technically robust, and aligned with programme demands. You will be speaking to clients, suppliers and contractors building relationships, negotiating rates, understanding and refining requirements and creating collaboration opportunities Key Responsibilities Lead their full tender process for projects between £100k and £2m, ensuring timely, accurate, and commercially viable submissions. Interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and ITTs, delivering clear and comprehensive cost plans. Manage client expectations with professionalism, seeking clarifications, coordinating queries, and ensuring alignment between design intent and scope. Source, negotiate, and secure improved pricing from suppliers and subcontractors to produce the most competitive offer. Develop value-engineering options without compromising compliance or performance. Prepare detailed breakdowns, tender summaries, exclusions, and qualifications. Work collaboratively with internal departments Support, mentor, and guide junior estimators as needed. About You We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, and experienced individual who thrives in a fast-paced estimating environment. Ideal Candidates will have/be: A minimum of 3 years estimating experience within the construction, joinery, FF&E, or fit-out sectors. A technical understanding of construction processes, joinery, materials, labour, and procurement. Demonstrable experience delivering tenders in the range of £100k £2m. Proven ability to analyse risk, challenge assumptions, and make commercially confident decisions. Advanced competency in Excel and estimating software. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with ability to build strong internal, client supplier and contractor relationships Desirable: Experience in healthcare, education, mental health, or specialist furniture environments. Experience negotiating supplier terms and building strong commercial partnerships. What We Offer A senior role with influence and visibility across the business. The opportunity to help shape our estimating strategy during a significant growth period. A supportive team environment and strong leadership backing. Competitive salary with some benefits. Opportunities for career development within the wider group. If you think this sounds like you, please apply today and we will call you to discuss it and hear all about you! Better People Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. If you do not hear from one of our consultants within 7 days of applying for this role, please assume you have been unsuccessful in this instance. Your CV will be kept on file and you will be considered for future vacancies that match your skills. By applying you will register as a candidate with Better People Ltd. Our Privacy Policy on our website explains how we will use your information. Our clients are only able to offer employment to candidates who are fully eligible to work in the UK and cannot offer work visas/sponsorship etc.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Senior Estimator Kent Construction / FF&E Salary: £38- 50k Great Employer with Flexible/Hybrid Working Options Our client is a manufacturer of bespoke furniture for commercial settings with projects of up £2m. As part of their growth, and success, they are working with us here at Better People to source a talented and dynamic client focussed Senior Estimator. This is a pivotal role within the business and will directly influence success on major projects. We are looking for an individual who brings both technical competence and strategic commercial thinking, someone who wants to be part of the securing of new business for the organisation. The Opportunity As Senior Estimator, you will take full ownership of tendering activities across multiple high-value FF&E and specialist joinery packages. You will be instrumental in shaping competitive bids, managing commercial risk, and strengthening our reputation within the construction supply chain. You will work closely with the Managing Director, Commercial Director, Contracts Manager, and key supply partners to produce market-leading tenders that are commercially competitive, technically robust, and aligned with programme demands. You will be speaking to clients, suppliers and contractors building relationships, negotiating rates, understanding and refining requirements and creating collaboration opportunities Key Responsibilities Lead their full tender process for projects between £100k and £2m, ensuring timely, accurate, and commercially viable submissions. Interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and ITTs, delivering clear and comprehensive cost plans. Manage client expectations with professionalism, seeking clarifications, coordinating queries, and ensuring alignment between design intent and scope. Source, negotiate, and secure improved pricing from suppliers and subcontractors to produce the most competitive offer. Develop value-engineering options without compromising compliance or performance. Prepare detailed breakdowns, tender summaries, exclusions, and qualifications. Work collaboratively with internal departments Support, mentor, and guide junior estimators as needed. About You We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, and experienced individual who thrives in a fast-paced estimating environment. Ideal Candidates will have/be: A minimum of 3 years estimating experience within the construction, joinery, FF&E, or fit-out sectors. A technical understanding of construction processes, joinery, materials, labour, and procurement. Demonstrable experience delivering tenders in the range of £100k £2m. Proven ability to analyse risk, challenge assumptions, and make commercially confident decisions. Advanced competency in Excel and estimating software. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with ability to build strong internal, client supplier and contractor relationships Desirable: Experience in healthcare, education, mental health, or specialist furniture environments. Experience negotiating supplier terms and building strong commercial partnerships. What We Offer A senior role with influence and visibility across the business. The opportunity to help shape our estimating strategy during a significant growth period. A supportive team environment and strong leadership backing. Competitive salary with some benefits. Opportunities for career development within the wider group. If you think this sounds like you, please apply today and we will call you to discuss it and hear all about you! Better People Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. If you do not hear from one of our consultants within 7 days of applying for this role, please assume you have been unsuccessful in this instance. Your CV will be kept on file and you will be considered for future vacancies that match your skills. By applying you will register as a candidate with Better People Ltd. Our Privacy Policy on our website explains how we will use your information. Our clients are only able to offer employment to candidates who are fully eligible to work in the UK and cannot offer work visas/sponsorship etc.
Overview The Project Director will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects within the UK Oil & Gas, Civil Engineering, and Construction sectors, typically valued between £5 million and £30 million. These site-based positions require commercially astute and delivery-focused professionals with extensive experience managing multi-disciplinary teams, driving productivity, and ensuring that projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. Location Various Job title Project Directors Sector Oil & Gas Infrastructure / Civil Engineering / Construction / Energy Remuneration package Competitive salary and performance-related bonus Company car or car allowance Pension, healthcare, and other benefits Travel and accommodation support (as required for site-based work) Job specification Lead and direct the full lifecycle of major UK infrastructure and industrial projects - from design through to commissioning and handover. Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to required quality and performance standards. Oversee planning, engineering design coordination, procurement, construction management, and project closeout activities. Commercial & Contract Management Take ownership of project budgets, cost forecasting, and financial performance. Negotiate and manage contracts with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers (NEC / FIDIC or similar). Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and delivery risks while maximising opportunities and value creation. Maintain compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, and UK regulations. Team & Stakeholder Management Lead multidisciplinary project teams across engineering, construction, commercial, and HSE functions. Foster a collaborative, performance-driven site culture focused on results, accountability, and safety. Engage effectively with clients, partners, regulatory authorities, and local stakeholders to ensure alignment and satisfaction. Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development to project managers and site leaders. Quality, Safety & Productivity Champion a robust safety culture, ensuring compliance with UK HSE legislation and best practice. Drive project performance and productivity through effective resource management and innovation. Ensure delivery excellence in construction quality, environmental standards, and sustainability practices. Strategic & Operational Input Contribute to business development and bid management activities for future projects. Provide insight and reporting on project performance to senior management, highlighting lessons learned and continuous improvement opportunities. Support the company's strategic growth objectives within the UK infrastructure and energy sectors. Qualifications Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience). Proven experience delivering large-scale infrastructure or industrial projects within the UK Oil & Gas, Civil Engineering, or Construction sectors. Demonstrated success managing projects in the £5m - £30m range. Strong commercial and contractual knowledge (particularly NAECI and ESCA). Effective leadership of large, site-based, multidisciplinary teams. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Strong understanding of UK construction standards, safety legislation, and regulatory frameworks. Results-driven, pragmatic, and capable of balancing technical, commercial, and operational priorities
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Overview The Project Director will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects within the UK Oil & Gas, Civil Engineering, and Construction sectors, typically valued between £5 million and £30 million. These site-based positions require commercially astute and delivery-focused professionals with extensive experience managing multi-disciplinary teams, driving productivity, and ensuring that projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. Location Various Job title Project Directors Sector Oil & Gas Infrastructure / Civil Engineering / Construction / Energy Remuneration package Competitive salary and performance-related bonus Company car or car allowance Pension, healthcare, and other benefits Travel and accommodation support (as required for site-based work) Job specification Lead and direct the full lifecycle of major UK infrastructure and industrial projects - from design through to commissioning and handover. Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to required quality and performance standards. Oversee planning, engineering design coordination, procurement, construction management, and project closeout activities. Commercial & Contract Management Take ownership of project budgets, cost forecasting, and financial performance. Negotiate and manage contracts with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers (NEC / FIDIC or similar). Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and delivery risks while maximising opportunities and value creation. Maintain compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, and UK regulations. Team & Stakeholder Management Lead multidisciplinary project teams across engineering, construction, commercial, and HSE functions. Foster a collaborative, performance-driven site culture focused on results, accountability, and safety. Engage effectively with clients, partners, regulatory authorities, and local stakeholders to ensure alignment and satisfaction. Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development to project managers and site leaders. Quality, Safety & Productivity Champion a robust safety culture, ensuring compliance with UK HSE legislation and best practice. Drive project performance and productivity through effective resource management and innovation. Ensure delivery excellence in construction quality, environmental standards, and sustainability practices. Strategic & Operational Input Contribute to business development and bid management activities for future projects. Provide insight and reporting on project performance to senior management, highlighting lessons learned and continuous improvement opportunities. Support the company's strategic growth objectives within the UK infrastructure and energy sectors. Qualifications Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience). Proven experience delivering large-scale infrastructure or industrial projects within the UK Oil & Gas, Civil Engineering, or Construction sectors. Demonstrated success managing projects in the £5m - £30m range. Strong commercial and contractual knowledge (particularly NAECI and ESCA). Effective leadership of large, site-based, multidisciplinary teams. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Strong understanding of UK construction standards, safety legislation, and regulatory frameworks. Results-driven, pragmatic, and capable of balancing technical, commercial, and operational priorities
Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering Salary: 60-70,000 + pkg Location: Kent Regions: Kent, Middlesex, South East A regional Civil Engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to work on a portfolio of civil engineering projects from £10-£50m each. These can include highways, rail, water, power and infrastructure. The successful person will: Be degree qualified and preferably chartered Have a track record of leading the pre-construction team for a civil engineering main contractor Have a track record in successfully estimating, bidding and winning design and build contracts Responsibilities Coordinate and work with the national work winning resource in liaison with the Business Unit Manager and General Manager Maintain contemporary expert knowledge and understanding of the construction market and provide advice and information to the work winning business unit Lead and manage the development of winning proposals in response to bid documents issued by clients Take ownership of the tender process, from bid through to award, including the integration of commercial and quality proposals and ensure the defined company process and procedures are adhered to Agree bid strategy at start up meeting with Senior Management. This may involve working in a Joint Venture or Alliance Partnership Identify internal and external resource requirements, agree availability with Senior Management Maintain effective client (and JV / Partner) liaison including dialogue, clarifications and tender presentations Manage a realistic and up to date bid programme and deliverables register and ensure targets are met by the bid team through discussion and review meetings Undertake technical review of estimating, planning and supply chain proposals, supported by Estimator(s) Lead and manage the development of high quality written and costed bid material with specialist support from the Proposals Manager and Bid Writer Coordinate information for tender settlement in line with requirements of the T66 agenda. Deliver tender settlement presentations to Senior Management. Disseminate actions to the bid team Gather post-submission client feedback and attend meetings. Identify and disseminate learning / best practice to the bid team and Proposals Manager Ensure full and smooth handover of bid stage information to the Operations Team and provide further input and advice as appropriate Develop, manage and maintain a supply chain database to provide full regional capability Contribute to the business market share through developing contacts and effective marketing and assist in PQQ submissions Assist in seeking out work streams which increase profitability and enhance market value Ensure compliance with Company systems and procedures Assist in the recruitment and development of work winning staff Knowledge, skills & experience Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Ability to articulate clearly tender schemes internally with senior management and a range of contributing and support staff making up the bid team Ability to take the lead role in tender communication (queries, responses etc) with the client Confident in making persuasive presentations to clients Strong estimating and bid management skills Excellent resource management skills to ensure all bid deliverables are completed on time for both financial and quality submissions Ability to manage the requirements of several concurrent tenders and potentially work with and manage design teams and Joint Venture / Alliance partners Able to remain calm and work under tight timescales whilst maintaining the required high quality standard of work and good management practices Innovative and forward thinking Well-developed commercial acumen and proven ability to develop and maintain supply chain relationships Ability to find a commercial advantage that provides a competitive tender and increases our margin Ability to link what we can deliver to client centred benefits Good knowledge and understanding of cost planning and estimating requirements In depth understanding of construction forms of contract Understanding of the impact of value engineering, risk and programme on the final tendered price Experience in managing and delivering high quality submission deliverables To be able to understand the tender assessment and marking regime and be able to shape the written response to maximise the quality mark Have a methodical and thorough approach that ensures tenders are compliant, consistent and complete To identify the deliverables early in the tender and ensure contributing bid team fully understands the requirements, standards and timeline of their part Have a collaborative working style Operate at the centre of a tender and be able to manage the best out of people and take a hands-on role as appropriate and when required Person Previous experience should ideally be in civil engineering infrastructure projects ranging in value between £5m and £50m Management of a work winning business unit or bid team(s) Bid management responsibility Tendering through estimating / project management role Construction background, familiar with a range of clients operating in the region and sector Construction related degree Membership of professional body with Chartered status (MICE or equivalent) (Desirable) Experience/training in estimating of civil engineering infrastructure projects IT literate in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project planning and estimating software Evidence of bid management skills and experience Evidence of estimating skills and experience Construction planning Design co-ordination Bid writing Detailed knowledge of the regional construction market Comprehensive understanding of the principals of construction law Commercially astute and able to gain competitive advantage Team player with collaborative behaviours Ability to manage and develop teams Client facing experience including the delivery of presentations Apply For This Job Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV 3 Park Court, Pyrford Road West Byfleet, Surrey KT14 6SD
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering Salary: 60-70,000 + pkg Location: Kent Regions: Kent, Middlesex, South East A regional Civil Engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to work on a portfolio of civil engineering projects from £10-£50m each. These can include highways, rail, water, power and infrastructure. The successful person will: Be degree qualified and preferably chartered Have a track record of leading the pre-construction team for a civil engineering main contractor Have a track record in successfully estimating, bidding and winning design and build contracts Responsibilities Coordinate and work with the national work winning resource in liaison with the Business Unit Manager and General Manager Maintain contemporary expert knowledge and understanding of the construction market and provide advice and information to the work winning business unit Lead and manage the development of winning proposals in response to bid documents issued by clients Take ownership of the tender process, from bid through to award, including the integration of commercial and quality proposals and ensure the defined company process and procedures are adhered to Agree bid strategy at start up meeting with Senior Management. This may involve working in a Joint Venture or Alliance Partnership Identify internal and external resource requirements, agree availability with Senior Management Maintain effective client (and JV / Partner) liaison including dialogue, clarifications and tender presentations Manage a realistic and up to date bid programme and deliverables register and ensure targets are met by the bid team through discussion and review meetings Undertake technical review of estimating, planning and supply chain proposals, supported by Estimator(s) Lead and manage the development of high quality written and costed bid material with specialist support from the Proposals Manager and Bid Writer Coordinate information for tender settlement in line with requirements of the T66 agenda. Deliver tender settlement presentations to Senior Management. Disseminate actions to the bid team Gather post-submission client feedback and attend meetings. Identify and disseminate learning / best practice to the bid team and Proposals Manager Ensure full and smooth handover of bid stage information to the Operations Team and provide further input and advice as appropriate Develop, manage and maintain a supply chain database to provide full regional capability Contribute to the business market share through developing contacts and effective marketing and assist in PQQ submissions Assist in seeking out work streams which increase profitability and enhance market value Ensure compliance with Company systems and procedures Assist in the recruitment and development of work winning staff Knowledge, skills & experience Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Ability to articulate clearly tender schemes internally with senior management and a range of contributing and support staff making up the bid team Ability to take the lead role in tender communication (queries, responses etc) with the client Confident in making persuasive presentations to clients Strong estimating and bid management skills Excellent resource management skills to ensure all bid deliverables are completed on time for both financial and quality submissions Ability to manage the requirements of several concurrent tenders and potentially work with and manage design teams and Joint Venture / Alliance partners Able to remain calm and work under tight timescales whilst maintaining the required high quality standard of work and good management practices Innovative and forward thinking Well-developed commercial acumen and proven ability to develop and maintain supply chain relationships Ability to find a commercial advantage that provides a competitive tender and increases our margin Ability to link what we can deliver to client centred benefits Good knowledge and understanding of cost planning and estimating requirements In depth understanding of construction forms of contract Understanding of the impact of value engineering, risk and programme on the final tendered price Experience in managing and delivering high quality submission deliverables To be able to understand the tender assessment and marking regime and be able to shape the written response to maximise the quality mark Have a methodical and thorough approach that ensures tenders are compliant, consistent and complete To identify the deliverables early in the tender and ensure contributing bid team fully understands the requirements, standards and timeline of their part Have a collaborative working style Operate at the centre of a tender and be able to manage the best out of people and take a hands-on role as appropriate and when required Person Previous experience should ideally be in civil engineering infrastructure projects ranging in value between £5m and £50m Management of a work winning business unit or bid team(s) Bid management responsibility Tendering through estimating / project management role Construction background, familiar with a range of clients operating in the region and sector Construction related degree Membership of professional body with Chartered status (MICE or equivalent) (Desirable) Experience/training in estimating of civil engineering infrastructure projects IT literate in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project planning and estimating software Evidence of bid management skills and experience Evidence of estimating skills and experience Construction planning Design co-ordination Bid writing Detailed knowledge of the regional construction market Comprehensive understanding of the principals of construction law Commercially astute and able to gain competitive advantage Team player with collaborative behaviours Ability to manage and develop teams Client facing experience including the delivery of presentations Apply For This Job Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV 3 Park Court, Pyrford Road West Byfleet, Surrey KT14 6SD
Overview John Sisk & Son have been building excellence as a family-owned international construction company by offering trust, certainty and value to our clients whilst being at the heart of change. We are Seeking a Contracts Manger to join our Life Science Team Manchester. The Contracts manager is the senior site leader and has overall responsibility for the delivery of the project(s) and financial performance of the contract (with support from the QS). The key elements of this role are to co-ordinate all aspects of the contract, to ensure that the project meets the client expectations. The Contracts manager carries out their work in accordance with all the relevant standard operating procedures also in line with the SISK HSEQS policies. The Contracts Manager prepares and maintains the PEP and also looks for opportunities for the company to add additional value or enhance the profit achieved through the delivery of the project. Responsibilities Preconstruction Prepare the programme, method statements and submission Produce the contract programme (having typically worked with the Estimating Department during the bid stage) Instruct the QS to agree all major preliminary items expenditure, including plant, accommodation Chair start-up & production meetings (including working with the Regional Director to allocate suitably skilled team members) Manage the sub-contracts buying schedule with the QS Construction & Design Lead all aspects of Project Team functions (PEP, Risk & Commercial Success, Financials, Processes, HSEQS, Stakeholder Management, Project Administration, Design Management & Project Close Out) Ensure that the project team and supply chain have the required H&S skills and competencies in their org to meet HSEQS expectations document Manages, through others, consultant and subcontract design as required by the contract including delivery of the BIM strategy Compile and implement the Project Execution Plan, with specific reference to the HSE & Quality plan. Post Construction Obtain the defects list, remedy any items and obtain the Certificate of Making Good Defects Instruct QS in the preparation of Loss and Expense Applications and in the provision of information for Final Account Manage and control operating budgets Has authority to approve expenditure, appoint sub-contractors, change sub-contractors and signoff on monthly commercial reports Experience Articulate and numerate Good working Knowledge ofDesign and Build JCT &, NEC3 contracts, as well as with BREEAM/LEED Experience working in the live pharma campuses. Demonstrable holistic 'end to end' Programme Management experience Analytical and Methodical Commercial Awareness People & Performance Management skills Team Building and Leadership Qualifications Professional qualification in construction related subject. Ideally chartered Planning IOSH or equivalent H&S management training Temporary Works & Excavation Safety Permitting requirements for live energy works Working at Heights & Scaffolding Lifting & Cranage operations Other HSEQS training as per site HSE plan Contracts Management Additional Information Competitive salary 26 days annual leave plus additional company days Pension and benefits Unlimited learning and development opportunities Much more Our People and Recruitment Commitment At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team. All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion - your skills and potential matter. Don't hold back we want to hear from you All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Overview John Sisk & Son have been building excellence as a family-owned international construction company by offering trust, certainty and value to our clients whilst being at the heart of change. We are Seeking a Contracts Manger to join our Life Science Team Manchester. The Contracts manager is the senior site leader and has overall responsibility for the delivery of the project(s) and financial performance of the contract (with support from the QS). The key elements of this role are to co-ordinate all aspects of the contract, to ensure that the project meets the client expectations. The Contracts manager carries out their work in accordance with all the relevant standard operating procedures also in line with the SISK HSEQS policies. The Contracts Manager prepares and maintains the PEP and also looks for opportunities for the company to add additional value or enhance the profit achieved through the delivery of the project. Responsibilities Preconstruction Prepare the programme, method statements and submission Produce the contract programme (having typically worked with the Estimating Department during the bid stage) Instruct the QS to agree all major preliminary items expenditure, including plant, accommodation Chair start-up & production meetings (including working with the Regional Director to allocate suitably skilled team members) Manage the sub-contracts buying schedule with the QS Construction & Design Lead all aspects of Project Team functions (PEP, Risk & Commercial Success, Financials, Processes, HSEQS, Stakeholder Management, Project Administration, Design Management & Project Close Out) Ensure that the project team and supply chain have the required H&S skills and competencies in their org to meet HSEQS expectations document Manages, through others, consultant and subcontract design as required by the contract including delivery of the BIM strategy Compile and implement the Project Execution Plan, with specific reference to the HSE & Quality plan. Post Construction Obtain the defects list, remedy any items and obtain the Certificate of Making Good Defects Instruct QS in the preparation of Loss and Expense Applications and in the provision of information for Final Account Manage and control operating budgets Has authority to approve expenditure, appoint sub-contractors, change sub-contractors and signoff on monthly commercial reports Experience Articulate and numerate Good working Knowledge ofDesign and Build JCT &, NEC3 contracts, as well as with BREEAM/LEED Experience working in the live pharma campuses. Demonstrable holistic 'end to end' Programme Management experience Analytical and Methodical Commercial Awareness People & Performance Management skills Team Building and Leadership Qualifications Professional qualification in construction related subject. Ideally chartered Planning IOSH or equivalent H&S management training Temporary Works & Excavation Safety Permitting requirements for live energy works Working at Heights & Scaffolding Lifting & Cranage operations Other HSEQS training as per site HSE plan Contracts Management Additional Information Competitive salary 26 days annual leave plus additional company days Pension and benefits Unlimited learning and development opportunities Much more Our People and Recruitment Commitment At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team. All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion - your skills and potential matter. Don't hold back we want to hear from you All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland
We are looking for an experienced Engineer with design or construction experience to join our Principal Designer team based Nationwide to support a broad range of highway projects (including major projects and targeted improvement projects) and water framework contracts . Within this role, you can enjoy competitive annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy leave, a fantastic, matched pension scheme, a share in the success you help to create by investing in Kier through our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans and even more Location : Nationwide, travel to various offices & sites across the UK Hours : 37.5 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. What will you be responsible for? As Lead Principal Designer you'll be working within our Principal Design team, supporting in providing CDM and Building Safety Act leadership on various Highway design contracts within Kier Design. It will also involve you assisting on National Highways major projects and Southern water framework contracts, there will be a need in providing guidance to scheme delivery teams on framework contracts and to work on local highways projects. Your day to day will include: Maintain good relations with the client and other duty holders, attending meetings as necessary, identifying and applying appropriate methodologies and standards producing effective and innovative solutions for the schemes and studies to current standards, providing support to the Lead Principal Designer and design team(s) on implementation of CDM / BSA regulations, preparing and implementing project level CDM compliance strategies Point of contact for Principal Designer function, assisting in carrying out project safety reviews, ensuring the application of the principles of prevention, preparing project documentation supporting management of CDM and health and safety in design development, on National Highways major projects this will include appropriate PCF documentation Assisting the client in identifying and obtaining existing pre-construction information and managing its collation, reviewing information and identifying additional information required, preparing fee estimates and programmes for the activities within your responsibility. Making a positive contribution towards bids and project proposals making suggestions for new areas of work Maintaining close links with designers and assisting them in identifying, eliminating and reducing foreseeable risks to the health and safety of others, working closely with design teams, guiding them in safely building and maintaining designs, preparing fee estimates and programmes for the activities within your responsibility, making a positive contribution towards bids and project proposals making suggestions for new areas of work Accountable for own quality, safety and time frame targets for projects whilst identifying and agreeing any additional work with the Project Manager or client, as appropriate, establishing own milestones, deadlines and team objectives, delegating responsibility aiding in completing projects in a timely and cost-effective way, reviewing and improving company CDM procedures, requirements and guidance What are we looking for? This role of Lead Principal Designer is great for you if: You have a Degree level qualification in Civil Engineering, membership to relevant professional body, i.e. ICE, CIHT, with a recognised professional qualification in Health and Safety (e.g. NEBOSH National Construction Certificate) Chartered or as a minimum working towards chartership It is imperative you can drive as you will be visiting various offices and sites Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. We look forward to seeing your application to
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
We are looking for an experienced Engineer with design or construction experience to join our Principal Designer team based Nationwide to support a broad range of highway projects (including major projects and targeted improvement projects) and water framework contracts . Within this role, you can enjoy competitive annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy leave, a fantastic, matched pension scheme, a share in the success you help to create by investing in Kier through our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans and even more Location : Nationwide, travel to various offices & sites across the UK Hours : 37.5 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. What will you be responsible for? As Lead Principal Designer you'll be working within our Principal Design team, supporting in providing CDM and Building Safety Act leadership on various Highway design contracts within Kier Design. It will also involve you assisting on National Highways major projects and Southern water framework contracts, there will be a need in providing guidance to scheme delivery teams on framework contracts and to work on local highways projects. Your day to day will include: Maintain good relations with the client and other duty holders, attending meetings as necessary, identifying and applying appropriate methodologies and standards producing effective and innovative solutions for the schemes and studies to current standards, providing support to the Lead Principal Designer and design team(s) on implementation of CDM / BSA regulations, preparing and implementing project level CDM compliance strategies Point of contact for Principal Designer function, assisting in carrying out project safety reviews, ensuring the application of the principles of prevention, preparing project documentation supporting management of CDM and health and safety in design development, on National Highways major projects this will include appropriate PCF documentation Assisting the client in identifying and obtaining existing pre-construction information and managing its collation, reviewing information and identifying additional information required, preparing fee estimates and programmes for the activities within your responsibility. Making a positive contribution towards bids and project proposals making suggestions for new areas of work Maintaining close links with designers and assisting them in identifying, eliminating and reducing foreseeable risks to the health and safety of others, working closely with design teams, guiding them in safely building and maintaining designs, preparing fee estimates and programmes for the activities within your responsibility, making a positive contribution towards bids and project proposals making suggestions for new areas of work Accountable for own quality, safety and time frame targets for projects whilst identifying and agreeing any additional work with the Project Manager or client, as appropriate, establishing own milestones, deadlines and team objectives, delegating responsibility aiding in completing projects in a timely and cost-effective way, reviewing and improving company CDM procedures, requirements and guidance What are we looking for? This role of Lead Principal Designer is great for you if: You have a Degree level qualification in Civil Engineering, membership to relevant professional body, i.e. ICE, CIHT, with a recognised professional qualification in Health and Safety (e.g. NEBOSH National Construction Certificate) Chartered or as a minimum working towards chartership It is imperative you can drive as you will be visiting various offices and sites Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. We look forward to seeing your application to
Are you a client facing Project Manager who has experience within building improvements? Role Purpose: The Building Improvements Projects Lead will be responsible for driving and delivering complex refurbishment and improvement projects within accommodation and hospitality sectors, typically ranging from £1m to £20m. This role combines strategic client engagement, project leadership, and contract management to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Acting as the key liaison for clients, the role will integrate legacy planning issues with Fresh initiatives to present a unified offering, nurture opportunities, and create a strong USP for the business. Due to the nature of this role, there will be the requirement of travel accross the UK during the week. Key Responsibilities: Client Engagement & Business Development Build and maintain strong client relationships to identify and secure new opportunities. Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring a seamless and professional experience. Drive integration of legacy planning with Fresh solutions to deliver a joined-up approach. Project Leadership Lead multiple refurbishment and improvement projects from inception to completion. Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and timelines aligned with client requirements. Monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure compliance with technical and regulatory standards. Contract & Commercial Management Negotiate, draft, and manage contracts to ensure favourable terms and compliance. Oversee bid management and tender submissions to attract new business. Maintain accurate contractual records and ensure adherence to obligations throughout the project lifecycle. Team & Stakeholder Coordination Collaborate with internal teams (design, commercial, legal) and external partners to ensure successful delivery. Supervise site teams and third-party contractors, ensuring high performance and accountability. Strategic Contribution Identify and nurture Refresh opportunities to strengthen the company s market position. Provide vision and leadership to enhance client confidence and secure repeat business. Skills and Qualifications: Proven experience in contract management and project management, specifically in the construction industry, with a focus on refurbishment projects ranging from £1m to £20m (preferably accommodation projects such as hotels). Strong client-facing skills, with a proven ability to drive business opportunities and manage client relationships. Extensive experience in bid management, including programme and resource planning. Strong knowledge of contract administration, including the drafting, negotiation, and management of contracts. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines effectively. In-depth knowledge of construction industry standards, budgeting, and contract law. Leadership capabilities, with experience managing and developing a contract management team. At Watkin Jones, we believe in investing in our people. Here s what we can offer you: Professional Growth: Individual support for your career advancement. Rewards: Discretionary annual bonus, health cash plan, life insurance, and more. Work-Life Balance: 25 days of annual leave (increasing with tenure), agile working arrangements, and discounted gym memberships. Benefits: Exclusive shopping discounts, and a contributory pension scheme. Why Choose Watkin Jones Group? Watkin Jones Group is the UK s leading developer, builder, and manager of residential-for-rent homes, with a rich history dating back to 1791. With 54,000+ homes developed and in-build across over 254 schemes, we have a proven track record of success. Our operating arm, Fresh, manages over 18,500 units across 58 schemes, representing approximately £1.7bn of assets under management. Joining us means becoming part of a company that s not only deeply rooted in history but also firmly focused on the future. We re committed to creating high-quality rental homes, fostering vibrant communities, and driving sustainable development. This is more than just a job it s a chance to grow your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment. If you re ready to make a significant impact and advance your career with a market leader, we d love to hear from you!
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Are you a client facing Project Manager who has experience within building improvements? Role Purpose: The Building Improvements Projects Lead will be responsible for driving and delivering complex refurbishment and improvement projects within accommodation and hospitality sectors, typically ranging from £1m to £20m. This role combines strategic client engagement, project leadership, and contract management to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Acting as the key liaison for clients, the role will integrate legacy planning issues with Fresh initiatives to present a unified offering, nurture opportunities, and create a strong USP for the business. Due to the nature of this role, there will be the requirement of travel accross the UK during the week. Key Responsibilities: Client Engagement & Business Development Build and maintain strong client relationships to identify and secure new opportunities. Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring a seamless and professional experience. Drive integration of legacy planning with Fresh solutions to deliver a joined-up approach. Project Leadership Lead multiple refurbishment and improvement projects from inception to completion. Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and timelines aligned with client requirements. Monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure compliance with technical and regulatory standards. Contract & Commercial Management Negotiate, draft, and manage contracts to ensure favourable terms and compliance. Oversee bid management and tender submissions to attract new business. Maintain accurate contractual records and ensure adherence to obligations throughout the project lifecycle. Team & Stakeholder Coordination Collaborate with internal teams (design, commercial, legal) and external partners to ensure successful delivery. Supervise site teams and third-party contractors, ensuring high performance and accountability. Strategic Contribution Identify and nurture Refresh opportunities to strengthen the company s market position. Provide vision and leadership to enhance client confidence and secure repeat business. Skills and Qualifications: Proven experience in contract management and project management, specifically in the construction industry, with a focus on refurbishment projects ranging from £1m to £20m (preferably accommodation projects such as hotels). Strong client-facing skills, with a proven ability to drive business opportunities and manage client relationships. Extensive experience in bid management, including programme and resource planning. Strong knowledge of contract administration, including the drafting, negotiation, and management of contracts. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines effectively. In-depth knowledge of construction industry standards, budgeting, and contract law. Leadership capabilities, with experience managing and developing a contract management team. At Watkin Jones, we believe in investing in our people. Here s what we can offer you: Professional Growth: Individual support for your career advancement. Rewards: Discretionary annual bonus, health cash plan, life insurance, and more. Work-Life Balance: 25 days of annual leave (increasing with tenure), agile working arrangements, and discounted gym memberships. Benefits: Exclusive shopping discounts, and a contributory pension scheme. Why Choose Watkin Jones Group? Watkin Jones Group is the UK s leading developer, builder, and manager of residential-for-rent homes, with a rich history dating back to 1791. With 54,000+ homes developed and in-build across over 254 schemes, we have a proven track record of success. Our operating arm, Fresh, manages over 18,500 units across 58 schemes, representing approximately £1.7bn of assets under management. Joining us means becoming part of a company that s not only deeply rooted in history but also firmly focused on the future. We re committed to creating high-quality rental homes, fostering vibrant communities, and driving sustainable development. This is more than just a job it s a chance to grow your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment. If you re ready to make a significant impact and advance your career with a market leader, we d love to hear from you!
Are you a recent graduate, unsure on what your career holds? Would you like to join a growing industry, full of individual growth? Approach Personnel are proud to be partnered with a leading maintenance/social housing contractor, who are currently on the look out for a Graduate Bid Writer to join them on a permanent business, out of their South Yorkshire office. As a Graduate Bid Writer, you will be trained by our in-house Bid Manager, to successfully learn the art of Bid Writing that includes: Analysing tender documents, plan and structure bids & Review outcomes and improve. What's in it for you? Basic salary of upto 30,000 Generous car allowance total Personal progression plan Yearly bonus What are we looking for? A degree or relevant qualification in English Literature. A hungry and driven individual who is looking to secure their long-term career. Strong communication skills Full UK's driving license Key Responsibilities: Managing the bid lifecycles of agreed-upon opportunities, from bid review to writing quality submissions, and managing and coordinating the bid lifecycle, including post-bid activities. Producing the initial Bid/No Bid for relevant opportunities to inform the decision making process to pursue the opportunity, or not. Capturing commercial and quality feedback to drive improvement. Carry out and document a lessons-learnt exercise following feedback from each bid, driving an environment of continual improvement within our bid responses. Attending a range of networking, procurement, and bidding events, as and when required. Working collaboratively with the team to ensure bids/submissions are uploaded within the required deadlines. Complete Tender Reviews for approved bids and issue to the relevant team members. IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE YOU, WHY NOT APPLY NOW!
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Are you a recent graduate, unsure on what your career holds? Would you like to join a growing industry, full of individual growth? Approach Personnel are proud to be partnered with a leading maintenance/social housing contractor, who are currently on the look out for a Graduate Bid Writer to join them on a permanent business, out of their South Yorkshire office. As a Graduate Bid Writer, you will be trained by our in-house Bid Manager, to successfully learn the art of Bid Writing that includes: Analysing tender documents, plan and structure bids & Review outcomes and improve. What's in it for you? Basic salary of upto 30,000 Generous car allowance total Personal progression plan Yearly bonus What are we looking for? A degree or relevant qualification in English Literature. A hungry and driven individual who is looking to secure their long-term career. Strong communication skills Full UK's driving license Key Responsibilities: Managing the bid lifecycles of agreed-upon opportunities, from bid review to writing quality submissions, and managing and coordinating the bid lifecycle, including post-bid activities. Producing the initial Bid/No Bid for relevant opportunities to inform the decision making process to pursue the opportunity, or not. Capturing commercial and quality feedback to drive improvement. Carry out and document a lessons-learnt exercise following feedback from each bid, driving an environment of continual improvement within our bid responses. Attending a range of networking, procurement, and bidding events, as and when required. Working collaboratively with the team to ensure bids/submissions are uploaded within the required deadlines. Complete Tender Reviews for approved bids and issue to the relevant team members. IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE YOU, WHY NOT APPLY NOW!
Role Overview The Sustainability Manager plays a key role in delivering sustainability ambitions across the projects and business operations. This role focusses on driving high technical standards, embedding sustainability into project delivery, and supporting the internal teams and supply chain to meet both company expectations and client requirements. You will be working within the Sustainability Department and reporting to the Principal Sustainability Manager. The ideal candidate provides leadership, technical expertise, and strategic insight across priority areas, including BREEAM, embodied carbon, circular economy, social value, and net zero alignment. The role also welcomes candidates from a document controller background but must have experience in Breeam and Carbon Assessments. Key Responsibilities Lead sustainability requirements across assigned projects, ensuring compliance with client expectations and planning conditions. Oversee BREEAM strategies, assessments, and delivery, ensuring robust evidence collection and early integration into design. Guide project teams on embodied carbon reduction, including LCA processes, materials selection, and A1 A5 reporting. Support delivery of circular economy principles, waste minimisation strategies, and materials resource efficiency. Lead social value delivery and reporting across projects, working closely with project teams and community partners. Contribute to pre-construction activities, including developing sustainability strategies for bids and tenders. Key Focus Areas The ideal candidate will have experience in most of the following areas: BREEAM (Essential) Embodied Carbon & Whole Life Carbon Assessments (Essential) Circular Economy principles & materials strategy (Essential) Social Value delivery & reporting (Desirable) Net Zero strategy alignment (Desirable) Knowledge of ISO 14001 (Desirable) Skills, Experience & Qualifications Essential Experience working in a sustainability role within the construction industry. Strong technical knowledge of BREEAM and embodied carbon. Experience engaging with project teams, design teams, and subcontractors. Strong analytical and reporting skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. BA in Geography / Environmental disciplines Desirable Experience with LCA software BREEAM AP or BREEAM Assessor qualification. Experience with GLA requirements, including Circular Economy Statements, WLC Assessments, and Section 106 obligations. Knowledge of RICS Whole Life Carbon, UKGBC frameworks, PAS 2080, and UK Net Zero Carbon Standard. Experience contributing to tender submissions or client proposals. MSc in an environmental field is a bonus. Key Opportunities This role provides a unique opportunity to: Be part of a fast-growing organisation with strong sustainability ambitions. Play a central role in implementing Red s sustainability strategy across multiple projects. Influence project outcomes through embodied carbon reduction, BREEAM leadership, and sustainable design solutions. Develop internal capability across the business and supply chain. Support the advancement of carbon accounting practices within the organisation. Grow professionally within a department that is expanding and gaining strategic prominence.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Role Overview The Sustainability Manager plays a key role in delivering sustainability ambitions across the projects and business operations. This role focusses on driving high technical standards, embedding sustainability into project delivery, and supporting the internal teams and supply chain to meet both company expectations and client requirements. You will be working within the Sustainability Department and reporting to the Principal Sustainability Manager. The ideal candidate provides leadership, technical expertise, and strategic insight across priority areas, including BREEAM, embodied carbon, circular economy, social value, and net zero alignment. The role also welcomes candidates from a document controller background but must have experience in Breeam and Carbon Assessments. Key Responsibilities Lead sustainability requirements across assigned projects, ensuring compliance with client expectations and planning conditions. Oversee BREEAM strategies, assessments, and delivery, ensuring robust evidence collection and early integration into design. Guide project teams on embodied carbon reduction, including LCA processes, materials selection, and A1 A5 reporting. Support delivery of circular economy principles, waste minimisation strategies, and materials resource efficiency. Lead social value delivery and reporting across projects, working closely with project teams and community partners. Contribute to pre-construction activities, including developing sustainability strategies for bids and tenders. Key Focus Areas The ideal candidate will have experience in most of the following areas: BREEAM (Essential) Embodied Carbon & Whole Life Carbon Assessments (Essential) Circular Economy principles & materials strategy (Essential) Social Value delivery & reporting (Desirable) Net Zero strategy alignment (Desirable) Knowledge of ISO 14001 (Desirable) Skills, Experience & Qualifications Essential Experience working in a sustainability role within the construction industry. Strong technical knowledge of BREEAM and embodied carbon. Experience engaging with project teams, design teams, and subcontractors. Strong analytical and reporting skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. BA in Geography / Environmental disciplines Desirable Experience with LCA software BREEAM AP or BREEAM Assessor qualification. Experience with GLA requirements, including Circular Economy Statements, WLC Assessments, and Section 106 obligations. Knowledge of RICS Whole Life Carbon, UKGBC frameworks, PAS 2080, and UK Net Zero Carbon Standard. Experience contributing to tender submissions or client proposals. MSc in an environmental field is a bonus. Key Opportunities This role provides a unique opportunity to: Be part of a fast-growing organisation with strong sustainability ambitions. Play a central role in implementing Red s sustainability strategy across multiple projects. Influence project outcomes through embodied carbon reduction, BREEAM leadership, and sustainable design solutions. Develop internal capability across the business and supply chain. Support the advancement of carbon accounting practices within the organisation. Grow professionally within a department that is expanding and gaining strategic prominence.
TSG Building Services plc
Potters Bar, Hertfordshire
About TSG TSG is a growing, forward-thinking business delivering mechanical, electrical, building and renewable solutions to a broad and diverse client base. As part of our ongoing expansion, we are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Bid Director to lead our bidding function and drive sustainable growth. This is a senior leadership role with strategic influence and the autonomy to shape our bid operations, elevate performance, and embed innovative practices including AI-enabled solutions across the bid lifecycle. The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will take full ownership of TSG s bidding function from opportunity identification through to contract award. You will lead, mentor and develop the bid team while ensuring a robust, compliant and high-performing bid process. This role is both strategic and hands-on: you will define bid strategy, strengthen governance, drive pipeline development, and contribute directly to written submissions where required. Key Responsibilities Lead and project-manage bids from early qualification through to submission and award Provide leadership, coaching and direction to the Bid Managers and Bid Coordinator Develop compelling bid strategies, win themes and value propositions Oversee the Bid/No Bid process to ensure quality, compliance and commercial viability Introduce and champion innovation, including AI and digital solutions to enhance bid performance Maintain and proactively grow a high-quality opportunity pipeline Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and key clients across all divisions Produce clear reporting to the Board on pipeline activity, opportunity status and strategic risks Write, edit and review key bid content to ensure accuracy, impact and competitive positioning Drive best practice, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the bid function About You You are an influential, credible and results-driven bid leader with a proven track record in winning work in the M&E, construction or renewables sectors. You balance strategic oversight with a hands-on approach and are confident engaging at senior and Board level. You will bring: Significant experience leading successful bid functions in a senior capacity Strong understanding of M&E, construction or related technical sectors Expertise in producing high-quality written content and managing the full bid lifecycle Excellent leadership, mentoring and communication skills Strong commercial awareness and the ability to drive competitive, compliant bids Confidence operating at Board level and influencing senior stakeholders A proactive mindset, with the ability to manage multiple priorities Experience with AI tools in bidding (desirable, not essential) Why Join TSG? This is a high-impact senior role where you will shape the future of TSG s bidding function. You will join a dynamic leadership team in a business that values innovation, ownership and continuous improvement. As we grow, you will play a pivotal role in securing new work, strengthening our market presence and driving long-term success. How to Apply Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
About TSG TSG is a growing, forward-thinking business delivering mechanical, electrical, building and renewable solutions to a broad and diverse client base. As part of our ongoing expansion, we are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Bid Director to lead our bidding function and drive sustainable growth. This is a senior leadership role with strategic influence and the autonomy to shape our bid operations, elevate performance, and embed innovative practices including AI-enabled solutions across the bid lifecycle. The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will take full ownership of TSG s bidding function from opportunity identification through to contract award. You will lead, mentor and develop the bid team while ensuring a robust, compliant and high-performing bid process. This role is both strategic and hands-on: you will define bid strategy, strengthen governance, drive pipeline development, and contribute directly to written submissions where required. Key Responsibilities Lead and project-manage bids from early qualification through to submission and award Provide leadership, coaching and direction to the Bid Managers and Bid Coordinator Develop compelling bid strategies, win themes and value propositions Oversee the Bid/No Bid process to ensure quality, compliance and commercial viability Introduce and champion innovation, including AI and digital solutions to enhance bid performance Maintain and proactively grow a high-quality opportunity pipeline Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and key clients across all divisions Produce clear reporting to the Board on pipeline activity, opportunity status and strategic risks Write, edit and review key bid content to ensure accuracy, impact and competitive positioning Drive best practice, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the bid function About You You are an influential, credible and results-driven bid leader with a proven track record in winning work in the M&E, construction or renewables sectors. You balance strategic oversight with a hands-on approach and are confident engaging at senior and Board level. You will bring: Significant experience leading successful bid functions in a senior capacity Strong understanding of M&E, construction or related technical sectors Expertise in producing high-quality written content and managing the full bid lifecycle Excellent leadership, mentoring and communication skills Strong commercial awareness and the ability to drive competitive, compliant bids Confidence operating at Board level and influencing senior stakeholders A proactive mindset, with the ability to manage multiple priorities Experience with AI tools in bidding (desirable, not essential) Why Join TSG? This is a high-impact senior role where you will shape the future of TSG s bidding function. You will join a dynamic leadership team in a business that values innovation, ownership and continuous improvement. As we grow, you will play a pivotal role in securing new work, strengthening our market presence and driving long-term success. How to Apply Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. What you will be doing: An opportunity has arisen for an Experienced Scheduler / Planner to join the team at Galliford Try within our Digital Infrastructure Business, focussing on the following strategic market sectors: Wireless & Fixed Line Telecoms Network Infrastructure Defence Telecoms Renewable Solutions/EV charging stations Reporting to the Strategic Development Manager, the successful candidate will work as part of the wider pre-construction and operational teams developing detailed tender, pre-construction and construction phase programmes for design and build projects and programmes. The role requires the applicant to be experienced in the planning, development and implementation of integrated design and build contracts and involves liaising with cross-functional teams with diverse technical backgrounds. There will be a pre-construction emphasis; the role will support tender submissions with programmes tailored to strengthen bid credibility. The candidate will need to accept and seek responsibility for all planning tasks and outcomes associated with delivering the various phases of the projects. An ability to plan effectively in combination with a collaborative approach to working with others will be paramount to deliver the requirements of the projects. Experience in Microsoft Project and Primavera planning software. Liaison and interface with team members to produce initial and updated contract programmes for acceptance/approval. Production of resource loaded programmes to identify sequencing, critical paths, float and combined financial data for Earned Value Management (if required). Weekly input into the management activity to ensure outcomes are planned for and achieved Monthly reporting for internal and external reviews and discussion via meetings Previous experience on the NEC suite of contracts. Previous experience on Defence, Telecoms and EV charging/renewable energy infrastructure projects preferred (but not essential). Security clearance to SC level preferred (but not essential). About You: Ability to demonstrate a confidence to communicate ideas. Excellent use of the English language and writing skills. A drive for continuous improvement. Driven to achieve customer satisfaction. A strategic thinker. An ability to identify and solve problems in a timely manner. A construction background and be able to understand technical / commercial information. Commercial awareness - i.e. understanding programme impacts on cost, risk, and overall project strategy. An ability to communicate effectively with technically oriented people, including the ability to present programme options professionally to clients and internal leadership A willingness to support the team and others - a Team Player with a strong work ethic. The flexibility to meet the challenges of fluctuating workloads and multiple assignments with tight deadlines that may require non-standard work hours from time to time. IT Literacy including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and InDesign. You will also be able to demonstrate the following key attributes. Desire to understand and promote the Company purpose, vision, values and culture Organised, structured and professional, with a passion for excellence, striving to delivering the best. Flexibility, resilience and the ability to influence and build relationships with key stakeholders. Demonstrating strong ethical standards with openness and honest. Commitment to the provision of excellent customer service, passionate, committed and enthusiastic in all that you do. A self-starter with a can-do attitude and a desire to pick up new challenges. Dedicated to working together to achieve results. What We Can Offer in Return: With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you. We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team. Our benefits: We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary. Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays A wide range of corporate discounts Cycle to Work schemes Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role About us: Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in. Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work. We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value. For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Specialist Services business please contact Chloe Phillips on . Additional Information: Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you. Don't meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview. A full job description for this role is available upon request. Job Info Job Identification 2342 Job Category Business Development Posting Date 09/26/2025, 12:15 PM Job Schedule Full time Job Shift Day Locations 4 Penman Way, Leicester, LE19 1SY, GB GALLIFORD TRY CONSTRUCTION, BIRCHWOOD, WA3 6GA, GB
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. What you will be doing: An opportunity has arisen for an Experienced Scheduler / Planner to join the team at Galliford Try within our Digital Infrastructure Business, focussing on the following strategic market sectors: Wireless & Fixed Line Telecoms Network Infrastructure Defence Telecoms Renewable Solutions/EV charging stations Reporting to the Strategic Development Manager, the successful candidate will work as part of the wider pre-construction and operational teams developing detailed tender, pre-construction and construction phase programmes for design and build projects and programmes. The role requires the applicant to be experienced in the planning, development and implementation of integrated design and build contracts and involves liaising with cross-functional teams with diverse technical backgrounds. There will be a pre-construction emphasis; the role will support tender submissions with programmes tailored to strengthen bid credibility. The candidate will need to accept and seek responsibility for all planning tasks and outcomes associated with delivering the various phases of the projects. An ability to plan effectively in combination with a collaborative approach to working with others will be paramount to deliver the requirements of the projects. Experience in Microsoft Project and Primavera planning software. Liaison and interface with team members to produce initial and updated contract programmes for acceptance/approval. Production of resource loaded programmes to identify sequencing, critical paths, float and combined financial data for Earned Value Management (if required). Weekly input into the management activity to ensure outcomes are planned for and achieved Monthly reporting for internal and external reviews and discussion via meetings Previous experience on the NEC suite of contracts. Previous experience on Defence, Telecoms and EV charging/renewable energy infrastructure projects preferred (but not essential). Security clearance to SC level preferred (but not essential). About You: Ability to demonstrate a confidence to communicate ideas. Excellent use of the English language and writing skills. A drive for continuous improvement. Driven to achieve customer satisfaction. A strategic thinker. An ability to identify and solve problems in a timely manner. A construction background and be able to understand technical / commercial information. Commercial awareness - i.e. understanding programme impacts on cost, risk, and overall project strategy. An ability to communicate effectively with technically oriented people, including the ability to present programme options professionally to clients and internal leadership A willingness to support the team and others - a Team Player with a strong work ethic. The flexibility to meet the challenges of fluctuating workloads and multiple assignments with tight deadlines that may require non-standard work hours from time to time. IT Literacy including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and InDesign. You will also be able to demonstrate the following key attributes. Desire to understand and promote the Company purpose, vision, values and culture Organised, structured and professional, with a passion for excellence, striving to delivering the best. Flexibility, resilience and the ability to influence and build relationships with key stakeholders. Demonstrating strong ethical standards with openness and honest. Commitment to the provision of excellent customer service, passionate, committed and enthusiastic in all that you do. A self-starter with a can-do attitude and a desire to pick up new challenges. Dedicated to working together to achieve results. What We Can Offer in Return: With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you. We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team. Our benefits: We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary. Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays A wide range of corporate discounts Cycle to Work schemes Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role About us: Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in. Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work. We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value. For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Specialist Services business please contact Chloe Phillips on . Additional Information: Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you. Don't meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview. A full job description for this role is available upon request. Job Info Job Identification 2342 Job Category Business Development Posting Date 09/26/2025, 12:15 PM Job Schedule Full time Job Shift Day Locations 4 Penman Way, Leicester, LE19 1SY, GB GALLIFORD TRY CONSTRUCTION, BIRCHWOOD, WA3 6GA, GB
Job Advert: Estimator - Highways, Earthworks & Civil Engineering Location: Wiltshire (Hybrid - 4 Days Working from Home) Contract Type: Permanent Company Overview Join a leading civil engineering & earthworks contractor renowned for delivering exceptional projects across the UK. Specialising in highways, earthworks, and a range of civil engineering projects, we are dedicated to innovation, quality, and sustainable construction practices. We undertake projects ranging from £100,000 to £60,000,000 in value for both public and private sector clients across a wide range of sectors, as well as boasting a thriving waste management business expanding across the southwest and Wales. With some exciting highways projects, we are looking for someone who is a good all rounder and especially has highways experience. About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced estimator to become a key part of our dynamic team. This role offers the flexibility of hybrid working, allowing you to work from home four days a week, with one day based at our Wiltshire office. As an estimator, you will be instrumental in preparing detailed cost estimates for a variety of projects. Leveraging your in depth knowledge of highways, earthworks, and civil engineering, you will collaborate with internal teams to deliver competitive and accurate bids. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for highways, earthworks, and civil engineering projects. Perform takeoffs using Bluebeam software to calculate quantities. Liaise with project managers, engineers, and suppliers to gather required data. Identify project risks and opportunities and contribute to value engineering proposals. Maintain and update a database of rates and costs to ensure consistent and competitive pricing. Participate in bid reviews and support tender submissions. Requirements Proven experience as an estimator within the highways, earthworks, or civil engineering sectors. Proficiency with Causeway estimating software and Bluebeam for takeoffs. Strong understanding of construction methodologies, materials, and industry standards. Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently when working remotely. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with stakeholders. Experience Minimum 5-10 years of experience in construction estimating, with at least 2-3 years in a senior or supervisory role. Experience in handling large scale or complex projects is a plus. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working arrangement - 4 days working from home, 1 day in the office. Opportunity to work with a leading civil engineering contractor on prestigious projects. Ongoing professional development and career progression. How to Apply If you are a skilled estimator with a passion for highways, earthworks, and civil engineering, we would love to hear from you! Apply now with your CV. Take the next step in your career and join a company where your expertise will make a difference!
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Job Advert: Estimator - Highways, Earthworks & Civil Engineering Location: Wiltshire (Hybrid - 4 Days Working from Home) Contract Type: Permanent Company Overview Join a leading civil engineering & earthworks contractor renowned for delivering exceptional projects across the UK. Specialising in highways, earthworks, and a range of civil engineering projects, we are dedicated to innovation, quality, and sustainable construction practices. We undertake projects ranging from £100,000 to £60,000,000 in value for both public and private sector clients across a wide range of sectors, as well as boasting a thriving waste management business expanding across the southwest and Wales. With some exciting highways projects, we are looking for someone who is a good all rounder and especially has highways experience. About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced estimator to become a key part of our dynamic team. This role offers the flexibility of hybrid working, allowing you to work from home four days a week, with one day based at our Wiltshire office. As an estimator, you will be instrumental in preparing detailed cost estimates for a variety of projects. Leveraging your in depth knowledge of highways, earthworks, and civil engineering, you will collaborate with internal teams to deliver competitive and accurate bids. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for highways, earthworks, and civil engineering projects. Perform takeoffs using Bluebeam software to calculate quantities. Liaise with project managers, engineers, and suppliers to gather required data. Identify project risks and opportunities and contribute to value engineering proposals. Maintain and update a database of rates and costs to ensure consistent and competitive pricing. Participate in bid reviews and support tender submissions. Requirements Proven experience as an estimator within the highways, earthworks, or civil engineering sectors. Proficiency with Causeway estimating software and Bluebeam for takeoffs. Strong understanding of construction methodologies, materials, and industry standards. Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently when working remotely. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with stakeholders. Experience Minimum 5-10 years of experience in construction estimating, with at least 2-3 years in a senior or supervisory role. Experience in handling large scale or complex projects is a plus. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working arrangement - 4 days working from home, 1 day in the office. Opportunity to work with a leading civil engineering contractor on prestigious projects. Ongoing professional development and career progression. How to Apply If you are a skilled estimator with a passion for highways, earthworks, and civil engineering, we would love to hear from you! Apply now with your CV. Take the next step in your career and join a company where your expertise will make a difference!
