MRICS Building Surveyor - Cardiff - Competitive Salary + Benefits Your new company An award-winning, independent property and construction consultancy with a strong UK-wide presence is looking to expand its Cardiff team. The business works across sectors, including commercial, industrial, education, leisure, retail, and residential, offering a high-quality service and a collaborative, supportive working environment. Why join them: Significant Impact: Play a key role with direct influence on major projects and long-term client relationships.Diverse Portfolio: Experience the full spectrum of Building Surveying duties, from intricate minor refurbishments to complex, multi-million-pound new-build developments across various sectors.Career Investment: Receive focused support, dedicated mentoring, and a clear pathway for structured career progression.People-First Culture: Thrive in a truly collaborative and flexible working environment that values work-life balance and puts people first. Your new role You will deliver a full spectrum of professional and project-based building surveying services, including detailed building surveys, defect diagnosis, specification writing, and contract administration from inception to completion. You will lead on technical matters such as dilapidations, PPM schedules, condition surveys, RCAs, and Party Wall instructions, while also providing technical due diligence to clients. You will act as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations 2015 and play a key part in maintaining and growing client relationships. What you'll need to succeed MRICS qualification (essential). Proven experience delivering both professional and project-led building surveying work. Excellent report-writing and communication skills. Ability to manage clients, contractors, and stakeholders confidently. Experience with AutoCAD/NBS is desirable but not essential. What you'll get in return Competitive salary of £50,000-£65,000 DOE Flexible working arrangements supporting work-life balance and Cardiff-based head office. Dedicated professional development budget, structured progression, and mentoring. Exposure to a wide range of projects across multiple sectors. A friendly, inclusive, and supportive team environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
02/03/2026
Full time
MRICS Building Surveyor - Cardiff - Competitive Salary + Benefits Your new company An award-winning, independent property and construction consultancy with a strong UK-wide presence is looking to expand its Cardiff team. The business works across sectors, including commercial, industrial, education, leisure, retail, and residential, offering a high-quality service and a collaborative, supportive working environment. Why join them: Significant Impact: Play a key role with direct influence on major projects and long-term client relationships.Diverse Portfolio: Experience the full spectrum of Building Surveying duties, from intricate minor refurbishments to complex, multi-million-pound new-build developments across various sectors.Career Investment: Receive focused support, dedicated mentoring, and a clear pathway for structured career progression.People-First Culture: Thrive in a truly collaborative and flexible working environment that values work-life balance and puts people first. Your new role You will deliver a full spectrum of professional and project-based building surveying services, including detailed building surveys, defect diagnosis, specification writing, and contract administration from inception to completion. You will lead on technical matters such as dilapidations, PPM schedules, condition surveys, RCAs, and Party Wall instructions, while also providing technical due diligence to clients. You will act as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations 2015 and play a key part in maintaining and growing client relationships. What you'll need to succeed MRICS qualification (essential). Proven experience delivering both professional and project-led building surveying work. Excellent report-writing and communication skills. Ability to manage clients, contractors, and stakeholders confidently. Experience with AutoCAD/NBS is desirable but not essential. What you'll get in return Competitive salary of £50,000-£65,000 DOE Flexible working arrangements supporting work-life balance and Cardiff-based head office. Dedicated professional development budget, structured progression, and mentoring. Exposure to a wide range of projects across multiple sectors. A friendly, inclusive, and supportive team environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Guildmore is seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to lead the design and technical aspects of facades and cladding projects. You will manage internal teams and external consultants, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong technical knowledge, leadership, and the ability to coordinate complex designs while complying with regulations and company standards. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage design teams, subcontractors, and consultants throughout design, procurement, and construction phases. Ensure designs are fully coordinated, compliant with regulations, and meet company standards. Develop, manage, and monitor project-specific design programmes and budgets. Review and approve technical submissions, alternative build methods, and value engineering opportunities. Manage design-related communications with Commercial, Operations, and Client teams. Oversee document control, design approvals, and change management processes. Attend site visits and meetings to monitor construction and ensure design compliance. Ensure timely completion of handover documentation, including O&M manuals, H&S files, and resident packs. Fulfil CDM Principal Designer responsibilities and other regulatory duties as required. Requirements Proven experience managing all aspects of design and technical processes in residential or high-rise projects. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. In-depth knowledge of facades, cladding, construction methods, and legislation, including the Building Safety Act. Competent in CAD software (AutoCAD/Revit) and BIM processes. Professional membership (CIOB, CIAT, RICS) and minimum Level 4 architectural or equivalent construction/design qualification. Valid driving licence and ability to travel to sites as required. Personal Qualities Proactive, solutions-oriented, and able to work under pressure. Confident, resourceful, and a collaborative team player. Passionate about technical excellence, innovation, and sustainability. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. What We Offer Full training and ongoing professional development. Opportunities to progress skills in commercial systems, compliance, and business operations. A supportive, collaborative, and professional working environment. Clear career progression within the company.
02/03/2026
Full time
Guildmore is seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to lead the design and technical aspects of facades and cladding projects. You will manage internal teams and external consultants, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong technical knowledge, leadership, and the ability to coordinate complex designs while complying with regulations and company standards. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage design teams, subcontractors, and consultants throughout design, procurement, and construction phases. Ensure designs are fully coordinated, compliant with regulations, and meet company standards. Develop, manage, and monitor project-specific design programmes and budgets. Review and approve technical submissions, alternative build methods, and value engineering opportunities. Manage design-related communications with Commercial, Operations, and Client teams. Oversee document control, design approvals, and change management processes. Attend site visits and meetings to monitor construction and ensure design compliance. Ensure timely completion of handover documentation, including O&M manuals, H&S files, and resident packs. Fulfil CDM Principal Designer responsibilities and other regulatory duties as required. Requirements Proven experience managing all aspects of design and technical processes in residential or high-rise projects. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. In-depth knowledge of facades, cladding, construction methods, and legislation, including the Building Safety Act. Competent in CAD software (AutoCAD/Revit) and BIM processes. Professional membership (CIOB, CIAT, RICS) and minimum Level 4 architectural or equivalent construction/design qualification. Valid driving licence and ability to travel to sites as required. Personal Qualities Proactive, solutions-oriented, and able to work under pressure. Confident, resourceful, and a collaborative team player. Passionate about technical excellence, innovation, and sustainability. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. What We Offer Full training and ongoing professional development. Opportunities to progress skills in commercial systems, compliance, and business operations. A supportive, collaborative, and professional working environment. Clear career progression within the company.
Senior Architectural Technologist - Company Overview A well-established, multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Senior Architectural Technologist to join its central London team due to continued growth and an increasing project workload. With a strong presence across multiple sectors, this practice delivers technically robust, regulation-led design solutions across complex schemes. The London office works closely with architects, surveyors and interior designers in a collaborative studio environment. Senior Architectural Technologist - Role and Responsibilities As a Senior Architectural Technologist, you will play a key role in delivering multiple projects across varying sectors, taking responsibility for detailed technical design and compliance. You will: Produce and coordinate detailed drawing packages using Revit and AutoCAD Ensure all designs comply with Building Regulations, the Building Safety Act and associated legislation Undertake the Principal Designer role under the Building Safety Act where required Act as Lead Designer, coordinating information across the wider design team Liaise confidently with clients, contractors and external stakeholders Support and mentor colleagues, helping to raise technical capability within the team Drive projects forward, maintaining programme and technical standards Senior Architectural Technologist - Skills and Qualifications The successful Senior Architectural Technologist will demonstrate: A relevant degree or equivalent qualification Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and associated software packages Experience with Building Regulations/ Building Safety Act Practical knowledge of building regulations, planning legislation and associated standards Strong interpersonal and communication skills The confidence to coordinate multidisciplinary teams A proactive mindset with the determination to see projects through Full UK driving licence preferred In Return? 38,000 - 50,000 Annual leave and Christmas shutdown Structured CPD and ongoing training Professional membership subscriptions Healthcare support Employee Assistance Programme If you are an Architectural Technologist, considering your career opportunities please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James. REF: 21434
27/02/2026
Full time
Senior Architectural Technologist - Company Overview A well-established, multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Senior Architectural Technologist to join its central London team due to continued growth and an increasing project workload. With a strong presence across multiple sectors, this practice delivers technically robust, regulation-led design solutions across complex schemes. The London office works closely with architects, surveyors and interior designers in a collaborative studio environment. Senior Architectural Technologist - Role and Responsibilities As a Senior Architectural Technologist, you will play a key role in delivering multiple projects across varying sectors, taking responsibility for detailed technical design and compliance. You will: Produce and coordinate detailed drawing packages using Revit and AutoCAD Ensure all designs comply with Building Regulations, the Building Safety Act and associated legislation Undertake the Principal Designer role under the Building Safety Act where required Act as Lead Designer, coordinating information across the wider design team Liaise confidently with clients, contractors and external stakeholders Support and mentor colleagues, helping to raise technical capability within the team Drive projects forward, maintaining programme and technical standards Senior Architectural Technologist - Skills and Qualifications The successful Senior Architectural Technologist will demonstrate: A relevant degree or equivalent qualification Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and associated software packages Experience with Building Regulations/ Building Safety Act Practical knowledge of building regulations, planning legislation and associated standards Strong interpersonal and communication skills The confidence to coordinate multidisciplinary teams A proactive mindset with the determination to see projects through Full UK driving licence preferred In Return? 38,000 - 50,000 Annual leave and Christmas shutdown Structured CPD and ongoing training Professional membership subscriptions Healthcare support Employee Assistance Programme If you are an Architectural Technologist, considering your career opportunities please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James. REF: 21434
Head of Building Surveying, (Offices located London, Luton, Torquay, Worcester & Hampshire). Competitive Base Salary, Generous Bonus Package, Car Allowance, Pension, & Health Care We are currently working on behalf of Innovus Group, an established, well respected, and growing property company, with offices located across the country. Innovus have 25 years of trading behind them, a highly successful track record, and broad client base covering the UK and currently looking to attract and recruit someone who can take on a senior role within the business as the Head of Building Surveying. This role will provide leadership, coaching and development to direct reports (often conducted remotely) as well as continuously improving service delivery and generating growth for the surveying business. Who we are looking to attract: Someone educated with a degree in Building Surveying. Holds membership to the RICS. Has excellent IT skills (NBS, MS Project Outlook, Word, Excel). Has experience of leading from the front and acting as a mentor to lesser experienced team members. Good technical writing, client-facing and communication skills. Ideally experience in Principal Designer. Experience of ECS (Emergency Call Systems specifically in specifications and tenders in advance of the analogue to digital switchover). Experience of AOVs (Automated Opening Vents). General experience for fee quoting. About the role: Provide leadership and direction to Innovus Surveyors fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment which focusses on service and growth. Mentor and develop staff, encouraging professional growth and skill enhancement. Drive a great people culture in the business that is inclusive, provides opportunity and delivers results. Define, measure and improve key performance indicators with a focus on service and efficiency. Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of surveying projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Collaborate with project managers and teams to deliver successful surveying outcomes. Maintain a high level of technical expertise in surveying methodologies, tools, and technologies. Ensure that the surveying team is equipped with the latest tools and resources. Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to land surveying. Ensure that all surveying projects comply with legal requirements. Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with surveying projects, ensuring the successful completion of deliverables. Engage proactively and positively with clients to provide confidence in services delivered. Agree and embed service level agreements for all business services activities with clients. Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure the accuracy and precision of surveying data and deliverables. Manage the surveying department budgets across Innovus Surveyors. Effectively manage the surveying divisional budgets. Ensure costs are appropriately managed, forecasting is accurate, and risks are appropriately managed. This includes resource allocation, equipment procurement, and cost control measures. Stay abreast of technological advancements in surveying tools and methods. Integrate new technologies to enhance the efficiency and capabilities of the surveying businesses bespoke to their needs. Grow the business services division through organic, acquisitive and new product / market activities. Participate in business development activities to secure new surveying projects. If you are looking to take on a managerial role, located in the South/South East, you are a Chartered Building Surveyor, and would like to learn more, please click on the Apply Button today. Offices located London, Luton, Torquay, Worcester & Hampshire. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
24/02/2026
Full time
Head of Building Surveying, (Offices located London, Luton, Torquay, Worcester & Hampshire). Competitive Base Salary, Generous Bonus Package, Car Allowance, Pension, & Health Care We are currently working on behalf of Innovus Group, an established, well respected, and growing property company, with offices located across the country. Innovus have 25 years of trading behind them, a highly successful track record, and broad client base covering the UK and currently looking to attract and recruit someone who can take on a senior role within the business as the Head of Building Surveying. This role will provide leadership, coaching and development to direct reports (often conducted remotely) as well as continuously improving service delivery and generating growth for the surveying business. Who we are looking to attract: Someone educated with a degree in Building Surveying. Holds membership to the RICS. Has excellent IT skills (NBS, MS Project Outlook, Word, Excel). Has experience of leading from the front and acting as a mentor to lesser experienced team members. Good technical writing, client-facing and communication skills. Ideally experience in Principal Designer. Experience of ECS (Emergency Call Systems specifically in specifications and tenders in advance of the analogue to digital switchover). Experience of AOVs (Automated Opening Vents). General experience for fee quoting. About the role: Provide leadership and direction to Innovus Surveyors fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment which focusses on service and growth. Mentor and develop staff, encouraging professional growth and skill enhancement. Drive a great people culture in the business that is inclusive, provides opportunity and delivers results. Define, measure and improve key performance indicators with a focus on service and efficiency. Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of surveying projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Collaborate with project managers and teams to deliver successful surveying outcomes. Maintain a high level of technical expertise in surveying methodologies, tools, and technologies. Ensure that the surveying team is equipped with the latest tools and resources. Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to land surveying. Ensure that all surveying projects comply with legal requirements. Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with surveying projects, ensuring the successful completion of deliverables. Engage proactively and positively with clients to provide confidence in services delivered. Agree and embed service level agreements for all business services activities with clients. Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure the accuracy and precision of surveying data and deliverables. Manage the surveying department budgets across Innovus Surveyors. Effectively manage the surveying divisional budgets. Ensure costs are appropriately managed, forecasting is accurate, and risks are appropriately managed. This includes resource allocation, equipment procurement, and cost control measures. Stay abreast of technological advancements in surveying tools and methods. Integrate new technologies to enhance the efficiency and capabilities of the surveying businesses bespoke to their needs. Grow the business services division through organic, acquisitive and new product / market activities. Participate in business development activities to secure new surveying projects. If you are looking to take on a managerial role, located in the South/South East, you are a Chartered Building Surveyor, and would like to learn more, please click on the Apply Button today. Offices located London, Luton, Torquay, Worcester & Hampshire. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Design Manager Location: Hackney, London Project Type: High-Rise Residential (HRB) Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the technical and design coordination for a complex High-Risk Building (HRB) residential scheme in Hackney. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience delivering multi-storey residential developments and a strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act (BSA) , particularly its gateway process, duty holder roles, and safety case requirements. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in shaping a major London regeneration project, working closely with internal technical teams, external consultants, and key stakeholders to ensure fully compliant and high-quality design delivery. Key Responsibilities: Design Coordination & Management Lead the coordination, review, and approval of architectural, structural and MEP design packages for an HRB residential project. Manage design delivery across all RIBA stages, ensuring information is fully aligned with programme and sequencing requirements. Chair design team meetings, manage design actions, and maintain clear communication between consultants, subcontractors, and companies project teams. Coordinate design information to support quality benchmarks, buildability, logistics, and sequencing of high-rise construction. Building Safety Act & HRB Compliance Ensure all design information meets the requirements of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways 2 and 3, duty holder obligations, and the Golden Thread of information. Oversee the preparation and coordination of documents needed for the Safety Case, Fire & Emergency File, digital record management, and change control procedures. Liaise with Principal Designer (CDM and BR), Building Control, Fire Engineers, and Safety Consultants to ensure regulatory compliance at every stage. Monitor and manage design risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are documented and implemented as required for HRB standards. Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance Review and sign off all technical drawings, subcontractor designs, specifications, and calculations. Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, Approved Documents, warranty provider requirements, planning conditions, and internal design procedures. Support the development and maintenance of the Design Delivery Programme (DDP) in line with the overall project programme. Manage technical queries and RFIs from site, ensuring timely resolution. Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with internal teams (Construction, Commercial, Planning, and Quality) to ensure seamless project delivery. Liaise with local authorities, planners, utilities providers, and statutory bodies throughout the design process. Maintain strong working relationships with consultants, subcontractors, and client representatives, ensuring transparent and collaborative engagement. Project Delivery Support Provide design leadership during procurement, supporting subcontractor tender reviews, technical assessments, and contract scope preparation. Coordinate the release of construction information, ensuring the site team is working to the most current design packages. Support design responses for client meetings, progress reporting, and technical presentations. Experience & Skills Required Essential Proven experience working as a Design Manager (or Senior Design Coordinator ready to step up) for a main contractor or developer delivering HRB residential projects. Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways and the Golden Thread . Experience of coordinating multidisciplinary design teams on medium to high-rise residential schemes. Ability to interpret complex drawings and technical details across architecture, structures, MEP, and fire engineering. Excellent understanding of construction methodology, façade systems, fire compliance, and building regulations. Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills. Desirable Experience working on London based regeneration or mixed-use developments. Knowledge of digital information management systems (e.g., ACC, Asite, Viewpoint). Relevant professional membership (RIBA, CIAT, CIOB, or Similar).
24/02/2026
Full time
Design Manager Location: Hackney, London Project Type: High-Rise Residential (HRB) Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the technical and design coordination for a complex High-Risk Building (HRB) residential scheme in Hackney. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience delivering multi-storey residential developments and a strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act (BSA) , particularly its gateway process, duty holder roles, and safety case requirements. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in shaping a major London regeneration project, working closely with internal technical teams, external consultants, and key stakeholders to ensure fully compliant and high-quality design delivery. Key Responsibilities: Design Coordination & Management Lead the coordination, review, and approval of architectural, structural and MEP design packages for an HRB residential project. Manage design delivery across all RIBA stages, ensuring information is fully aligned with programme and sequencing requirements. Chair design team meetings, manage design actions, and maintain clear communication between consultants, subcontractors, and companies project teams. Coordinate design information to support quality benchmarks, buildability, logistics, and sequencing of high-rise construction. Building Safety Act & HRB Compliance Ensure all design information meets the requirements of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways 2 and 3, duty holder obligations, and the Golden Thread of information. Oversee the preparation and coordination of documents needed for the Safety Case, Fire & Emergency File, digital record management, and change control procedures. Liaise with Principal Designer (CDM and BR), Building Control, Fire Engineers, and Safety Consultants to ensure regulatory compliance at every stage. Monitor and manage design risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are documented and implemented as required for HRB standards. Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance Review and sign off all technical drawings, subcontractor designs, specifications, and calculations. Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, Approved Documents, warranty provider requirements, planning conditions, and internal design procedures. Support the development and maintenance of the Design Delivery Programme (DDP) in line with the overall project programme. Manage technical queries and RFIs from site, ensuring timely resolution. Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with internal teams (Construction, Commercial, Planning, and Quality) to ensure seamless project delivery. Liaise with local authorities, planners, utilities providers, and statutory bodies throughout the design process. Maintain strong working relationships with consultants, subcontractors, and client representatives, ensuring transparent and collaborative engagement. Project Delivery Support Provide design leadership during procurement, supporting subcontractor tender reviews, technical assessments, and contract scope preparation. Coordinate the release of construction information, ensuring the site team is working to the most current design packages. Support design responses for client meetings, progress reporting, and technical presentations. Experience & Skills Required Essential Proven experience working as a Design Manager (or Senior Design Coordinator ready to step up) for a main contractor or developer delivering HRB residential projects. Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways and the Golden Thread . Experience of coordinating multidisciplinary design teams on medium to high-rise residential schemes. Ability to interpret complex drawings and technical details across architecture, structures, MEP, and fire engineering. Excellent understanding of construction methodology, façade systems, fire compliance, and building regulations. Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills. Desirable Experience working on London based regeneration or mixed-use developments. Knowledge of digital information management systems (e.g., ACC, Asite, Viewpoint). Relevant professional membership (RIBA, CIAT, CIOB, or Similar).
Senior Design Manager Location: Hackney, London Level: Senior Design Manager Sector: Residential / Regeneration / High-Risk Buildings (HRB) £80k - £95k + Package Overview We are working alongside a leading contractor who is seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Design Manager to oversee design delivery across multiple residential High-Risk Building (HRB) schemes in Hackney. This senior role requires strong leadership capability, exceptional technical understanding, and deep knowledge of the Building Safety Act (BSA) , including Gateways and the Golden Thread requirements. The successful candidate will provide strategic design leadership, ensuring fully compliant and expertly coordinated design information throughout all project stages. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Design Team Management Lead and manage multidisciplinary design teams, ensuring collaboration, clear communication, and timely delivery of design information. Chair design meetings, set priorities, delegate tasks, and oversee performance of Design Managers, Coordinators, and project consultants. Mentor and support junior team members, promoting a culture focused on quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. Set design strategy and drive excellence across architectural, structural, MEP, and façade disciplines. HRB & BSA Compliance Ensure all design output meets the full requirements of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways 2 and 3, responsibilities, competence requirements, and accountable person obligations. Maintain, oversee, and quality-check the Golden Thread of information, ensuring accurate record keeping and digital information management. Coordinate closely with Building Control, Fire Engineers, Principal Designers (CDM/BR), and safety specialists to secure approvals. Lead the development and submission of Safety Case Reports, Fire & Emergency Files, and change control documentation. Design Coordination & Technical Oversight Oversee and approve all design packages across disciplines, ensuring compliance with regulations, planning conditions, and project requirements. Lead design risk assessments, ensuring early identification of risks and implementation of mitigation strategies. Manage design programmes, trackers, and release schedules in line with procurement and construction sequencing. Review and sign off technical details, façade designs, fire strategies, MEP coordination, structural solutions, and subcontractor packages. Construction & Delivery Support Work directly with construction teams to ensure buildability, logistics alignment, and efficient sequencing. Resolve complex technical challenges during design and delivery phases. Support tendering and procurement by reviewing technical submissions, clarifying design responsibilities, and challenging non-compliant proposals. Ensure site teams have accurate, coordinated, and up-to-date technical information at all times. Stakeholder Engagement Act as a senior technical representative in client meetings, consultant workshops, authority consultations, and internal leadership sessions. Build strong relationships with project partners and stakeholders, ensuring clarity, transparency, and consistent communication. Present design progress updates, compliance reports, and risk assessments to clients and senior leadership. Experience & Skills Required Essential Proven experience as a Senior Design Manager or an experienced Design Manager ready to step up. In-depth understanding of High-Risk Buildings (HRBs) and the technical, regulatory, and fire safety considerations involved. Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways, Building Safety Case principles, and the Golden Thread. Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary design teams on multi-storey residential projects. Expert understanding of building regulations, construction methodology and fire safety design. Strong leadership, communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Experience on London-based residential or regeneration schemes. Familiarity with digital information management platforms (Asite, ACC, Viewpoint, BIM platforms). Professional membership with RIBA, CIAT, CIOB, ICE, or similar.
24/02/2026
Full time
Senior Design Manager Location: Hackney, London Level: Senior Design Manager Sector: Residential / Regeneration / High-Risk Buildings (HRB) £80k - £95k + Package Overview We are working alongside a leading contractor who is seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Design Manager to oversee design delivery across multiple residential High-Risk Building (HRB) schemes in Hackney. This senior role requires strong leadership capability, exceptional technical understanding, and deep knowledge of the Building Safety Act (BSA) , including Gateways and the Golden Thread requirements. The successful candidate will provide strategic design leadership, ensuring fully compliant and expertly coordinated design information throughout all project stages. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Design Team Management Lead and manage multidisciplinary design teams, ensuring collaboration, clear communication, and timely delivery of design information. Chair design meetings, set priorities, delegate tasks, and oversee performance of Design Managers, Coordinators, and project consultants. Mentor and support junior team members, promoting a culture focused on quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. Set design strategy and drive excellence across architectural, structural, MEP, and façade disciplines. HRB & BSA Compliance Ensure all design output meets the full requirements of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways 2 and 3, responsibilities, competence requirements, and accountable person obligations. Maintain, oversee, and quality-check the Golden Thread of information, ensuring accurate record keeping and digital information management. Coordinate closely with Building Control, Fire Engineers, Principal Designers (CDM/BR), and safety specialists to secure approvals. Lead the development and submission of Safety Case Reports, Fire & Emergency Files, and change control documentation. Design Coordination & Technical Oversight Oversee and approve all design packages across disciplines, ensuring compliance with regulations, planning conditions, and project requirements. Lead design risk assessments, ensuring early identification of risks and implementation of mitigation strategies. Manage design programmes, trackers, and release schedules in line with procurement and construction sequencing. Review and sign off technical details, façade designs, fire strategies, MEP coordination, structural solutions, and subcontractor packages. Construction & Delivery Support Work directly with construction teams to ensure buildability, logistics alignment, and efficient sequencing. Resolve complex technical challenges during design and delivery phases. Support tendering and procurement by reviewing technical submissions, clarifying design responsibilities, and challenging non-compliant proposals. Ensure site teams have accurate, coordinated, and up-to-date technical information at all times. Stakeholder Engagement Act as a senior technical representative in client meetings, consultant workshops, authority consultations, and internal leadership sessions. Build strong relationships with project partners and stakeholders, ensuring clarity, transparency, and consistent communication. Present design progress updates, compliance reports, and risk assessments to clients and senior leadership. Experience & Skills Required Essential Proven experience as a Senior Design Manager or an experienced Design Manager ready to step up. In-depth understanding of High-Risk Buildings (HRBs) and the technical, regulatory, and fire safety considerations involved. Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways, Building Safety Case principles, and the Golden Thread. Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary design teams on multi-storey residential projects. Expert understanding of building regulations, construction methodology and fire safety design. Strong leadership, communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Experience on London-based residential or regeneration schemes. Familiarity with digital information management platforms (Asite, ACC, Viewpoint, BIM platforms). Professional membership with RIBA, CIAT, CIOB, ICE, or similar.
Location: Central Birmingham (office based) Employment Type: Permanent About the Practice This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established AJ100 architectural practice with their studio in Birmingham The practice is recognised nationally for delivering complex, high-quality projects across higher education, research, healthcare, commercial workplace, and large-scale retrofit and regeneration . The studio has a strong reputation for technical excellence, sustainability leadership and design quality , with award-winning projects including landmark higher education campuses, medical and life sciences facilities, specialist teaching buildings and city-centre workplace refurbishments across the UK. The Role The practice is seeking a qualified Architect to provide a strong emphasis on Quality Assurance , Principal Designer duties , and compliance with the Building Safety Act (BSA) , CDM Regulations 2015 and Building Regulations. This is a key role within the QA team, supporting delivery teams to ensure regulatory compliance, robust audit trails and high technical standards across the practice. Key Responsibilities Quality Assurance & Compliance Undertake QA reviews across projects practice-wide , supporting Project Architects and delivery teams Lead and support Building Regulations technical reviews , monitoring and following up compliance Monitor Common Data Environment (CDE) compliance, including naming conventions, workflows and version control Support checking and review of sub-consultant and subcontractor design packages Building Safety Act & Principal Designer Duties Act in support of the Principal Designer role under the Building Safety Act Collate, maintain and quality check Golden Thread information in line with BSA requirements Manage Mandatory Occurrence Reporting (MOR) processes and internal notifications Maintain Change Control Tracking and evidence logs Coordinate and maintain competency records for design team members Prepare and manage Design Risk Management schedules and supporting PD documentation Technical & Design Support Integrate technical, statutory and regulatory requirements into design and production information Provide fire compliance support , reporting and compliance checking Mentor staff on technical detailing, QA and compliance processes Assist with and deliver internal CPD sessions related to QA and BSA Collaboration & Practice Support Contribute to design reviews , QA committees and practice meetings Attend internal and external meetings, preparing agendas, minutes and action tracking Support project bids , including ITT responses and technical input with the Bid Manager Person Specification Essential RIBA Part 1 & Part 2 Architecture Degree & Diploma RIBA Part 3 Examination completed Strong understanding of Building Regulations , technical standards and health & safety frameworks Knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 Excellent organisational skills with outstanding attention to detail Experience using AutoCAD or similar Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project) Experience with SharePoint and file-sharing platforms Why Join Work on nationally recognised higher education, healthcare and research projects Strong QA culture with opportunities to shape best practice Supportive, collaborative studio environment across three UK offices Do not hesitate and apply today
23/02/2026
Full time
Location: Central Birmingham (office based) Employment Type: Permanent About the Practice This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established AJ100 architectural practice with their studio in Birmingham The practice is recognised nationally for delivering complex, high-quality projects across higher education, research, healthcare, commercial workplace, and large-scale retrofit and regeneration . The studio has a strong reputation for technical excellence, sustainability leadership and design quality , with award-winning projects including landmark higher education campuses, medical and life sciences facilities, specialist teaching buildings and city-centre workplace refurbishments across the UK. The Role The practice is seeking a qualified Architect to provide a strong emphasis on Quality Assurance , Principal Designer duties , and compliance with the Building Safety Act (BSA) , CDM Regulations 2015 and Building Regulations. This is a key role within the QA team, supporting delivery teams to ensure regulatory compliance, robust audit trails and high technical standards across the practice. Key Responsibilities Quality Assurance & Compliance Undertake QA reviews across projects practice-wide , supporting Project Architects and delivery teams Lead and support Building Regulations technical reviews , monitoring and following up compliance Monitor Common Data Environment (CDE) compliance, including naming conventions, workflows and version control Support checking and review of sub-consultant and subcontractor design packages Building Safety Act & Principal Designer Duties Act in support of the Principal Designer role under the Building Safety Act Collate, maintain and quality check Golden Thread information in line with BSA requirements Manage Mandatory Occurrence Reporting (MOR) processes and internal notifications Maintain Change Control Tracking and evidence logs Coordinate and maintain competency records for design team members Prepare and manage Design Risk Management schedules and supporting PD documentation Technical & Design Support Integrate technical, statutory and regulatory requirements into design and production information Provide fire compliance support , reporting and compliance checking Mentor staff on technical detailing, QA and compliance processes Assist with and deliver internal CPD sessions related to QA and BSA Collaboration & Practice Support Contribute to design reviews , QA committees and practice meetings Attend internal and external meetings, preparing agendas, minutes and action tracking Support project bids , including ITT responses and technical input with the Bid Manager Person Specification Essential RIBA Part 1 & Part 2 Architecture Degree & Diploma RIBA Part 3 Examination completed Strong understanding of Building Regulations , technical standards and health & safety frameworks Knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 Excellent organisational skills with outstanding attention to detail Experience using AutoCAD or similar Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project) Experience with SharePoint and file-sharing platforms Why Join Work on nationally recognised higher education, healthcare and research projects Strong QA culture with opportunities to shape best practice Supportive, collaborative studio environment across three UK offices Do not hesitate and apply today
Overlay Manager Department: Venue Management Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Location: Glasgow Description The Overlay Manager supports the coordination and management of temporary infrastructure and venue transformation across the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games competition venues. Reporting to the Overlay Project Lead, this role assists in the planning and delivery of overlay works from design development through construction, Games time operations, and post event decommissioning. The Overlay Manager helps manage the activities of the Principal Designer and Principal Contractor to ensure effective integration of overlay elements such as temporary structures, seating, utilities, and venue modifications, while maintaining compliance with CDM 2015 regulations and health & safety standards. Working arrangements The role will commence in the Organising Company's Glasgow city centre office, with visits required to competition venues to fully deliver the responsibilities of the role. The location for the role will transition to be based at a competition venue as we approach the Games. The role will be contracted for 40 hours per week, with requirements to be in the office aligned to the Organising Company's planned working pattern. All travel to your place of work will be at your own cost. During the Games operational period, shift patterns are likely to be required which could include weekends. Key Responsibilities Support the coordination of design development and delivery between the OC Overlay team, EDP designers, and Principal Contractor. Assist in managing the Principal Contractor to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant overlay works in line with CDM 2015 requirements. Coordinate integration of design information, third party infrastructure, and overlay commodities to meet Games time operational needs. Monitor design progress through V3 and V4 stages, ensuring timely resolution of technical issues and design interfaces. Support risk assessment, scheduling, and change management to maintain programme, budget, and safety compliance. Contribute to the preparation and submission of required permits, approvals, and documentation for temporary construction. Assist in ensuring safe installation, operational readiness, and decommissioning of overlay infrastructure. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Experience Minimum 3-5 years' experience supporting delivery within major events or complex venue environments. Experience coordinating design development and stakeholder engagement across multiple internal and external teams. Proven ability to contribute to value engineering, innovation, and continuous improvement throughout project delivery. Competencies Strong coordination, communication, and teamwork skills to support collaboration across multidisciplinary project teams and stakeholders. Sound project and cost management capability to contribute to efficient planning, procurement, and delivery. Practical experience in construction management, with the ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining quality standards. Experience in managing approvals processes and liaising with UK local authorities would be an advantage. Knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations, building regulations, and health & safety requirements would be an advantage. Behaviours Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. A proactive and solution focused attitude, with the ability to anticipate development and health & safety risks while maintaining best practice standards. Strong relationship building skills, contributing effectively to diverse teams and engaging confidently with a wide range of stakeholders.
17/02/2026
Full time
Overlay Manager Department: Venue Management Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Location: Glasgow Description The Overlay Manager supports the coordination and management of temporary infrastructure and venue transformation across the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games competition venues. Reporting to the Overlay Project Lead, this role assists in the planning and delivery of overlay works from design development through construction, Games time operations, and post event decommissioning. The Overlay Manager helps manage the activities of the Principal Designer and Principal Contractor to ensure effective integration of overlay elements such as temporary structures, seating, utilities, and venue modifications, while maintaining compliance with CDM 2015 regulations and health & safety standards. Working arrangements The role will commence in the Organising Company's Glasgow city centre office, with visits required to competition venues to fully deliver the responsibilities of the role. The location for the role will transition to be based at a competition venue as we approach the Games. The role will be contracted for 40 hours per week, with requirements to be in the office aligned to the Organising Company's planned working pattern. All travel to your place of work will be at your own cost. During the Games operational period, shift patterns are likely to be required which could include weekends. Key Responsibilities Support the coordination of design development and delivery between the OC Overlay team, EDP designers, and Principal Contractor. Assist in managing the Principal Contractor to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant overlay works in line with CDM 2015 requirements. Coordinate integration of design information, third party infrastructure, and overlay commodities to meet Games time operational needs. Monitor design progress through V3 and V4 stages, ensuring timely resolution of technical issues and design interfaces. Support risk assessment, scheduling, and change management to maintain programme, budget, and safety compliance. Contribute to the preparation and submission of required permits, approvals, and documentation for temporary construction. Assist in ensuring safe installation, operational readiness, and decommissioning of overlay infrastructure. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Experience Minimum 3-5 years' experience supporting delivery within major events or complex venue environments. Experience coordinating design development and stakeholder engagement across multiple internal and external teams. Proven ability to contribute to value engineering, innovation, and continuous improvement throughout project delivery. Competencies Strong coordination, communication, and teamwork skills to support collaboration across multidisciplinary project teams and stakeholders. Sound project and cost management capability to contribute to efficient planning, procurement, and delivery. Practical experience in construction management, with the ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining quality standards. Experience in managing approvals processes and liaising with UK local authorities would be an advantage. Knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations, building regulations, and health & safety requirements would be an advantage. Behaviours Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. A proactive and solution focused attitude, with the ability to anticipate development and health & safety risks while maintaining best practice standards. Strong relationship building skills, contributing effectively to diverse teams and engaging confidently with a wide range of stakeholders.
Technical Manager Location - Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire About the Role We are looking for an experienced Technical Manager to oversee remediation projects across our residential portfolio. This Technical Manager role is critical in ensuring compliance with building safety regulations and delivering high-quality remedial works that protect residents and maintain our reputation for excellence. Key Responsibilities Technical Management: Lead technical aspects of fire safety and remediation schemes from inception through to completion. Coordinate design, specification, and implementation of remedial works in line with current legislation and best practice. Manage Principal Designer Compliance & Safety: Ensure all works comply with Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, and other relevant regulations. Liaise with building control, warranty providers, and statutory bodies to secure approvals. Design Coordination: Manage consultants and contractors to deliver accurate technical solutions. Review and approve drawings, specifications, and technical reports. Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with internal teams, residents, and external stakeholders. Provide technical advice and support to project managers and site teams. Quality Assurance: Monitor site works to ensure compliance with design and safety standards. Implement robust quality control processes and maintain accurate documentation. Requirements Proven experience as a Technical Manager or similar role within residential construction. Strong knowledge of fire safety regulations, cladding remediation, and building compliance. Excellent understanding of UK building regulations and warranty requirements. Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively. Strong communication and leadership skills. Benefits Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to work on high-profile remediation projects. Career progression within a leading residential developer. 2 Days - working from home
16/02/2026
Full time
Technical Manager Location - Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire About the Role We are looking for an experienced Technical Manager to oversee remediation projects across our residential portfolio. This Technical Manager role is critical in ensuring compliance with building safety regulations and delivering high-quality remedial works that protect residents and maintain our reputation for excellence. Key Responsibilities Technical Management: Lead technical aspects of fire safety and remediation schemes from inception through to completion. Coordinate design, specification, and implementation of remedial works in line with current legislation and best practice. Manage Principal Designer Compliance & Safety: Ensure all works comply with Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, and other relevant regulations. Liaise with building control, warranty providers, and statutory bodies to secure approvals. Design Coordination: Manage consultants and contractors to deliver accurate technical solutions. Review and approve drawings, specifications, and technical reports. Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with internal teams, residents, and external stakeholders. Provide technical advice and support to project managers and site teams. Quality Assurance: Monitor site works to ensure compliance with design and safety standards. Implement robust quality control processes and maintain accurate documentation. Requirements Proven experience as a Technical Manager or similar role within residential construction. Strong knowledge of fire safety regulations, cladding remediation, and building compliance. Excellent understanding of UK building regulations and warranty requirements. Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively. Strong communication and leadership skills. Benefits Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to work on high-profile remediation projects. Career progression within a leading residential developer. 2 Days - working from home
Morson Edge have partnered with a client, a Tier 2 Civils outfit operating within the water sector, to recruit for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in their Leicstershire office. Role Objective Be responsible for the checking and reviewing of mechanical design deliverables to ensure they are fit for purpose, meet the required standards and specifications, and the project outcomes. Provide support and guidance to the mechanical engineers. Role Summary - Work on a diverse programme - Develop junior mechanical engineers. - Develop new ways of working that focus on delivering outcomes, rather than outputs, to reduce carbon, protect and increase natural capital, address climate change, and embrace innovations and new digital technologies. - Grow your professional internal and external networks with a multitude of partners across the sector - Broaden your skills by working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary project teams, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Procurement, Enabling and Construction Managers. Role Accountabilities Project Delivery - Collaborate with other discipline engineers and manage quality through the design workflow review to achieve time, cost and quality standards. - Ensure that the mechanical deliverables are produced to the required standards and specifications. - Check mechanical and hydraulic systems, including pumping systems, plant, building services, and ensure they have been completed to an appropriate level of detail and compliance. - Check integrated supplier packages and 3D models to ensure quality, safety, and technical standards are adhered to, including meeting DSEAR compliance. - Check mechanical documentation such as basis of design, specifications, work scope and schedules. - Review construction site design queries and change requests, to ensure quick but accurate responses and/or the design remains suitable. - Support the Senior Design Manager and Design Managers to forecast and allocate resources on a best for task basis. - Support the Project Design Managers and other engineering disciplines to plan and manage the design delivery, and to manage stakeholders regarding mechanical design acceptance. - Seek support and direction from the Principal Mechanical Engineer. - Provide knowledge for the creation and reviewing of supplier contracts and deliverables. Health & Safety (CDM) - Drive excellence in health, safety and welfare for mechanical engineering. - Ensure designs comply with all relevant mechanical standards and regulations, including hazardous areas DSEAR compliance (if trained and competent). - Input into Construction Design Management (CDM) meetings and support preparing information for inclusion in the design risk assessment and Pre-Construction Information. - Develop designer alerts where lessons are to be learnt. Personal & Team Development - Support the Senior Design Manager to recruit Senior Mechanical Engineers and Mechanical Engineers. - Undertake line management responsibilities for the Senior Mechanical Engineers, including managing performance. - Be a role model for and actively mentor and develop graduates, apprentices and early career members of the mechanical team. - Support the Principal Mechanical Engineer to improve mechanical design, by participating in the mechanical team meetings, sharing lessons learnt and undertaking continuous improvement. - Where appropriate, support the wider Anglian Water business (e.g. HAZOP chair, ROV facilitator, Technical Standards Peer Review, emergency response to incidents). Transformation - Maintain awareness of industry changes, best practice and innovations, and support the Principal Mechanical Engineer to develop improved ways of working. - Embrace new digital technologies to achieve the goal of fully attributed 3D models. - Support your team to reduce carbon and increase natural capital within designs. - Support establishing and embedding Standard Product assets and procedures. Qualifications & Experience - An engineering, or equivalent, degree, or be able to demonstrate a degree level of ability through relevant experience. - Preferably Chartered, or working towards Chartered status. - Experience of water-sector assets and capital projects. - Knowledge of all relevent regulations, standards and codes of practice - Experience of mentoring and coaching of junior engineers. - Ideally, but not essential, experience of a Design & Build environment. Competencies & Skills Leadership - Integrity - Fosters within their team compliance with the organisations business ethics, a respectful attitude to others, positive action to build our reputation, and integrity. - Communication & Collaboration - Challenges and addresses poor collaboration and promotes effective communication to all stakeholders. - Emotional Intelligence - Demonstrates leadership with emotional intelligence by understanding the needs and views of others. Champions diversity and inclusion. - Development & Learning - Comprehensive understanding of the development and learning needs within the team and actively defines training plans to address competency gaps. - Decision Making - Provides support and guidance to others for making complex decisions. Understands the impact of their decisions and takes full responsibility. Management - People Management - Provides line management for a team and is highly regarded by their team. - Engineering Management - Manages engineering activities for a team to achieve efficient engineering outputs. - Quality - Ensures that quality procedures are robustly followed and identifies improvements. - Risk and Opportunities - Develops and implements strategies to mitigate risks and realise opportunities across multiple projects. Delivery - Affordability - Actively contributes to the overall portfolio affordability. - Delivery on Time - Actively drives design activities to achieve delivery on time by collaborating with all relevant stakeholders. - Sustainability - Champions sustainability in all aspects of engineering design. Health & Safety - CDM - Ensures that designers within their teams are aware of their CDM responsibilities. - Health, Safety and Welfare - Provides leadership in health, safety and welfare. Technical - Design Production - Champions good practice in engineering designs including exercising independent judgement. - Desing Output - Ensures that the Engineering documents, drawings and 3D models are produced to the required standard. - Innovation - Champions and delivers innovation concepts to improve efficiency within their teams and portfolio.
16/02/2026
Full time
Morson Edge have partnered with a client, a Tier 2 Civils outfit operating within the water sector, to recruit for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in their Leicstershire office. Role Objective Be responsible for the checking and reviewing of mechanical design deliverables to ensure they are fit for purpose, meet the required standards and specifications, and the project outcomes. Provide support and guidance to the mechanical engineers. Role Summary - Work on a diverse programme - Develop junior mechanical engineers. - Develop new ways of working that focus on delivering outcomes, rather than outputs, to reduce carbon, protect and increase natural capital, address climate change, and embrace innovations and new digital technologies. - Grow your professional internal and external networks with a multitude of partners across the sector - Broaden your skills by working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary project teams, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Procurement, Enabling and Construction Managers. Role Accountabilities Project Delivery - Collaborate with other discipline engineers and manage quality through the design workflow review to achieve time, cost and quality standards. - Ensure that the mechanical deliverables are produced to the required standards and specifications. - Check mechanical and hydraulic systems, including pumping systems, plant, building services, and ensure they have been completed to an appropriate level of detail and compliance. - Check integrated supplier packages and 3D models to ensure quality, safety, and technical standards are adhered to, including meeting DSEAR compliance. - Check mechanical documentation such as basis of design, specifications, work scope and schedules. - Review construction site design queries and change requests, to ensure quick but accurate responses and/or the design remains suitable. - Support the Senior Design Manager and Design Managers to forecast and allocate resources on a best for task basis. - Support the Project Design Managers and other engineering disciplines to plan and manage the design delivery, and to manage stakeholders regarding mechanical design acceptance. - Seek support and direction from the Principal Mechanical Engineer. - Provide knowledge for the creation and reviewing of supplier contracts and deliverables. Health & Safety (CDM) - Drive excellence in health, safety and welfare for mechanical engineering. - Ensure designs comply with all relevant mechanical standards and regulations, including hazardous areas DSEAR compliance (if trained and competent). - Input into Construction Design Management (CDM) meetings and support preparing information for inclusion in the design risk assessment and Pre-Construction Information. - Develop designer alerts where lessons are to be learnt. Personal & Team Development - Support the Senior Design Manager to recruit Senior Mechanical Engineers and Mechanical Engineers. - Undertake line management responsibilities for the Senior Mechanical Engineers, including managing performance. - Be a role model for and actively mentor and develop graduates, apprentices and early career members of the mechanical team. - Support the Principal Mechanical Engineer to improve mechanical design, by participating in the mechanical team meetings, sharing lessons learnt and undertaking continuous improvement. - Where appropriate, support the wider Anglian Water business (e.g. HAZOP chair, ROV facilitator, Technical Standards Peer Review, emergency response to incidents). Transformation - Maintain awareness of industry changes, best practice and innovations, and support the Principal Mechanical Engineer to develop improved ways of working. - Embrace new digital technologies to achieve the goal of fully attributed 3D models. - Support your team to reduce carbon and increase natural capital within designs. - Support establishing and embedding Standard Product assets and procedures. Qualifications & Experience - An engineering, or equivalent, degree, or be able to demonstrate a degree level of ability through relevant experience. - Preferably Chartered, or working towards Chartered status. - Experience of water-sector assets and capital projects. - Knowledge of all relevent regulations, standards and codes of practice - Experience of mentoring and coaching of junior engineers. - Ideally, but not essential, experience of a Design & Build environment. Competencies & Skills Leadership - Integrity - Fosters within their team compliance with the organisations business ethics, a respectful attitude to others, positive action to build our reputation, and integrity. - Communication & Collaboration - Challenges and addresses poor collaboration and promotes effective communication to all stakeholders. - Emotional Intelligence - Demonstrates leadership with emotional intelligence by understanding the needs and views of others. Champions diversity and inclusion. - Development & Learning - Comprehensive understanding of the development and learning needs within the team and actively defines training plans to address competency gaps. - Decision Making - Provides support and guidance to others for making complex decisions. Understands the impact of their decisions and takes full responsibility. Management - People Management - Provides line management for a team and is highly regarded by their team. - Engineering Management - Manages engineering activities for a team to achieve efficient engineering outputs. - Quality - Ensures that quality procedures are robustly followed and identifies improvements. - Risk and Opportunities - Develops and implements strategies to mitigate risks and realise opportunities across multiple projects. Delivery - Affordability - Actively contributes to the overall portfolio affordability. - Delivery on Time - Actively drives design activities to achieve delivery on time by collaborating with all relevant stakeholders. - Sustainability - Champions sustainability in all aspects of engineering design. Health & Safety - CDM - Ensures that designers within their teams are aware of their CDM responsibilities. - Health, Safety and Welfare - Provides leadership in health, safety and welfare. Technical - Design Production - Champions good practice in engineering designs including exercising independent judgement. - Desing Output - Ensures that the Engineering documents, drawings and 3D models are produced to the required standard. - Innovation - Champions and delivers innovation concepts to improve efficiency within their teams and portfolio.
Senior Architect / Senior Architectural Technologist Cladding Remediation & Retrofit Crawley Hybrid working (2 days WFH) Salary negotiable An established architectural practice is seeking a Senior Architect or Senior Architectural Technologist to join its growing technical team, specialising in cladding remediation and retrofit projects across the residential and mixed-use sectors. This is a hands-on technical role , suited to a confident Revit user with strong regulatory knowledge and experience working within the current Building Safety framework. You'll play a key role in delivering technically robust design packages while coordinating consultants and supporting compliance through the Gateway process. The Role Lead and deliver technical design packages for cladding remediation and retrofit schemes Produce and coordinate detailed Revit models, drawings, and specifications Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated legislation Support and, where required, undertake BRPD (Building Regulations Principal Designer) duties Prepare and contribute to Gateway 1, 2 & 3 submissions Coordinate consultant and specialist subcontractor design information Review contractor proposals, technical details, and material selections Identify and manage technical and regulatory risks Provide technical guidance and support to junior team members Liaise with clients, contractors, and statutory authorities Skills & Experience Essential Qualified Architect or Architectural Technologist Strong Revit proficiency 3-5 years' experience in cladding remediation, fa ade replacement, or retrofit projects Strong technical detailing and construction knowledge Good working knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 Familiarity with the Gateway process Understanding of BRPD responsibilities and design risk management Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams Strong communication and coordination skills Desirable Experience working on Higher-Risk Buildings Previous involvement in BRPD roles or support functions Knowledge of fire safety strategies, fa ade systems, and compliance routes Immediate or short-notice availability What's on Offer Work on high-profile, technically challenging remediation and retrofit projects Supportive and collaborative studio environment Competitive salary based on experience Hybrid working arrangement Clear progression opportunities within a growing technical team
12/02/2026
Full time
Senior Architect / Senior Architectural Technologist Cladding Remediation & Retrofit Crawley Hybrid working (2 days WFH) Salary negotiable An established architectural practice is seeking a Senior Architect or Senior Architectural Technologist to join its growing technical team, specialising in cladding remediation and retrofit projects across the residential and mixed-use sectors. This is a hands-on technical role , suited to a confident Revit user with strong regulatory knowledge and experience working within the current Building Safety framework. You'll play a key role in delivering technically robust design packages while coordinating consultants and supporting compliance through the Gateway process. The Role Lead and deliver technical design packages for cladding remediation and retrofit schemes Produce and coordinate detailed Revit models, drawings, and specifications Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated legislation Support and, where required, undertake BRPD (Building Regulations Principal Designer) duties Prepare and contribute to Gateway 1, 2 & 3 submissions Coordinate consultant and specialist subcontractor design information Review contractor proposals, technical details, and material selections Identify and manage technical and regulatory risks Provide technical guidance and support to junior team members Liaise with clients, contractors, and statutory authorities Skills & Experience Essential Qualified Architect or Architectural Technologist Strong Revit proficiency 3-5 years' experience in cladding remediation, fa ade replacement, or retrofit projects Strong technical detailing and construction knowledge Good working knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 Familiarity with the Gateway process Understanding of BRPD responsibilities and design risk management Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams Strong communication and coordination skills Desirable Experience working on Higher-Risk Buildings Previous involvement in BRPD roles or support functions Knowledge of fire safety strategies, fa ade systems, and compliance routes Immediate or short-notice availability What's on Offer Work on high-profile, technically challenging remediation and retrofit projects Supportive and collaborative studio environment Competitive salary based on experience Hybrid working arrangement Clear progression opportunities within a growing technical team
Our client are looking for an experienced Senior Design Manager is sought to lead the design and technical aspects of facades and cladding projects. You will manage internal teams and external consultants, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong technical knowledge, leadership, and the ability to coordinate complex designs while complying with regulations and company standards. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage design teams, subcontractors, and consultants throughout design, procurement, and construction phases. Ensure designs are fully coordinated, compliant with regulations, and meet company standards. Develop, manage, and monitor project-specific design programmes and budgets. Review and approve technical submissions, alternative build methods, and value engineering opportunities. Manage design-related communications with Commercial, Operations, and Client teams. Oversee document control, design approvals, and change management processes. Attend site visits and meetings to monitor construction and ensure design compliance. Ensure timely completion of handover documentation, including O&M manuals, H&S files, and resident packs. Fulfil CDM Principal Designer responsibilities and other regulatory duties as required. Requirements Proven experience managing all aspects of design and technical processes in residential or high-rise projects. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. In-depth knowledge of facades, cladding, construction methods, and legislation, including the Building Safety Act. Competent in CAD software (AutoCAD/Revit) and BIM processes. Professional membership (CIOB, CIAT, RICS) and minimum Level 4 architectural or equivalent construction/design qualification. Valid driving licence and ability to travel to sites as required. Personal Qualities Proactive, solutions-oriented, and able to work under pressure. Confident, resourceful, and a collaborative team player. Passionate about technical excellence, innovation, and sustainability. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. What they Offer Full training and ongoing professional development. Opportunities to progress skills in commercial systems, compliance, and business operations. A supportive, collaborative, and professional working environment. Clear career progression within the company.
12/02/2026
Full time
Our client are looking for an experienced Senior Design Manager is sought to lead the design and technical aspects of facades and cladding projects. You will manage internal teams and external consultants, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong technical knowledge, leadership, and the ability to coordinate complex designs while complying with regulations and company standards. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage design teams, subcontractors, and consultants throughout design, procurement, and construction phases. Ensure designs are fully coordinated, compliant with regulations, and meet company standards. Develop, manage, and monitor project-specific design programmes and budgets. Review and approve technical submissions, alternative build methods, and value engineering opportunities. Manage design-related communications with Commercial, Operations, and Client teams. Oversee document control, design approvals, and change management processes. Attend site visits and meetings to monitor construction and ensure design compliance. Ensure timely completion of handover documentation, including O&M manuals, H&S files, and resident packs. Fulfil CDM Principal Designer responsibilities and other regulatory duties as required. Requirements Proven experience managing all aspects of design and technical processes in residential or high-rise projects. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. In-depth knowledge of facades, cladding, construction methods, and legislation, including the Building Safety Act. Competent in CAD software (AutoCAD/Revit) and BIM processes. Professional membership (CIOB, CIAT, RICS) and minimum Level 4 architectural or equivalent construction/design qualification. Valid driving licence and ability to travel to sites as required. Personal Qualities Proactive, solutions-oriented, and able to work under pressure. Confident, resourceful, and a collaborative team player. Passionate about technical excellence, innovation, and sustainability. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. What they Offer Full training and ongoing professional development. Opportunities to progress skills in commercial systems, compliance, and business operations. A supportive, collaborative, and professional working environment. Clear career progression within the company.
Job Title: Senior Design Manager Location: Hertfordshire Role Overview The Senior Design Manager will lead and manage the design process across a portfolio of Design & Build projects, ensuring delivery of high-quality, fully coordinated design information that aligns with the agreed specification, programme, and cost plan. Reporting directly to the Head of Design, the role will involve strategic oversight of consultants, mentoring of design team members, and close collaboration with clients and internal project teams. The business operates across a broad range of sectors including education (schools), healthcare, commercial and industrial , offering candidates the opportunity to work on a diverse and technically engaging range of schemes. Key Responsibilities Design Leadership & Management Lead the design process on multiple D&B projects from tender through to construction and handover. Act as the senior point of contact for all design-related matters with clients, consultants, and internal production teams. Ensure the effective flow of information, reviews, approvals, and change control via the company s document management systems (Ashe s Workspace). Provide strategic input into design development to ensure alignment with programme, budget, and employer s requirements. Consultant & Team Management Manage the appointment of consultants, including scope definition, fee agreements, warranties, and performance monitoring. Ensure consultants deliver in line with their agreed scope of services, statutory obligations, and programme milestones. Mentor and support Design Managers and Assistant Design Managers, promoting best practice across the design team. Provide structured feedback on consultant performance to the Head of Design / Technical Director. Programme, Cost & Value Engineering Produce, manage, and monitor detailed design programmes for consultants and subcontractors. Review drawings, specifications, and design information against Employer s Requirements and Contractor s Proposals. Proactively identify and develop value engineering and alternative construction solutions without compromising quality or compliance. Provide technical input to support commercial objectives, including gross margin targets on D&B projects. Meetings, Approvals & Compliance Organise, chair, and lead design team meetings, workshops, and technical reviews. Issue clear and timely meeting minutes, actions, and trackers. Manage the delivery of all statutory and regulatory approvals including Planning, Building Control, Principal Designer, and Local Authorities. Ensure full CDM compliance, risk mitigation, and close-out of all identified design and construction risks. BIM, Technical & Site Support On BIM projects, oversee compliance with BIM protocols, ensuring clash detection and coordination processes are completed. Provide technical support to the tender process, including Contractor s Proposals and buildability reviews. Attend site as required to support the construction team, resolve technical issues, and ensure design intent is maintained. Business & Professional Development Attend client interviews and bid presentations for potential new projects. Support continuous improvement initiatives across the design and technical functions. Maintain CPD requirements and professional body memberships. Ensure compliance with company policies, project objectives, and personal performance targets. Qualifications, Skills & Experience Significant experience in Design Management within a main contractor environment, ideally on D&B projects. Proven track record of leading design teams across multiple sectors (education, healthcare, commercial, industrial). Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, planning processes, and CDM requirements. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Self-directed, highly motivated, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and commercial mindset. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider project and leadership team. Key Performance Indicators Gross margin performance on D&B projects Percentage of D&B projects completed on time and to programme Quality and compliance of design information Consultant performance and design risk management
11/02/2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Design Manager Location: Hertfordshire Role Overview The Senior Design Manager will lead and manage the design process across a portfolio of Design & Build projects, ensuring delivery of high-quality, fully coordinated design information that aligns with the agreed specification, programme, and cost plan. Reporting directly to the Head of Design, the role will involve strategic oversight of consultants, mentoring of design team members, and close collaboration with clients and internal project teams. The business operates across a broad range of sectors including education (schools), healthcare, commercial and industrial , offering candidates the opportunity to work on a diverse and technically engaging range of schemes. Key Responsibilities Design Leadership & Management Lead the design process on multiple D&B projects from tender through to construction and handover. Act as the senior point of contact for all design-related matters with clients, consultants, and internal production teams. Ensure the effective flow of information, reviews, approvals, and change control via the company s document management systems (Ashe s Workspace). Provide strategic input into design development to ensure alignment with programme, budget, and employer s requirements. Consultant & Team Management Manage the appointment of consultants, including scope definition, fee agreements, warranties, and performance monitoring. Ensure consultants deliver in line with their agreed scope of services, statutory obligations, and programme milestones. Mentor and support Design Managers and Assistant Design Managers, promoting best practice across the design team. Provide structured feedback on consultant performance to the Head of Design / Technical Director. Programme, Cost & Value Engineering Produce, manage, and monitor detailed design programmes for consultants and subcontractors. Review drawings, specifications, and design information against Employer s Requirements and Contractor s Proposals. Proactively identify and develop value engineering and alternative construction solutions without compromising quality or compliance. Provide technical input to support commercial objectives, including gross margin targets on D&B projects. Meetings, Approvals & Compliance Organise, chair, and lead design team meetings, workshops, and technical reviews. Issue clear and timely meeting minutes, actions, and trackers. Manage the delivery of all statutory and regulatory approvals including Planning, Building Control, Principal Designer, and Local Authorities. Ensure full CDM compliance, risk mitigation, and close-out of all identified design and construction risks. BIM, Technical & Site Support On BIM projects, oversee compliance with BIM protocols, ensuring clash detection and coordination processes are completed. Provide technical support to the tender process, including Contractor s Proposals and buildability reviews. Attend site as required to support the construction team, resolve technical issues, and ensure design intent is maintained. Business & Professional Development Attend client interviews and bid presentations for potential new projects. Support continuous improvement initiatives across the design and technical functions. Maintain CPD requirements and professional body memberships. Ensure compliance with company policies, project objectives, and personal performance targets. Qualifications, Skills & Experience Significant experience in Design Management within a main contractor environment, ideally on D&B projects. Proven track record of leading design teams across multiple sectors (education, healthcare, commercial, industrial). Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, planning processes, and CDM requirements. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Self-directed, highly motivated, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and commercial mindset. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider project and leadership team. Key Performance Indicators Gross margin performance on D&B projects Percentage of D&B projects completed on time and to programme Quality and compliance of design information Consultant performance and design risk management
Job Title: Senior Architect/ Technologist Location: Skipton Salary: 37-45,000 DOE About the company: The company is a well-established architectural practice based in Skipton, North Yorkshire, delivering technically complex projects across a wide range of sectors. With a strong reputation for quality, compliance, and collaborative working, the team operates within a multidisciplinary studio environment that values professional development, inclusion, and technical excellence. The business offers senior professionals the opportunity to take full ownership of projects from inception to completion, with a clear progression route to management or Associate level for those who wish to advance. Benefits Senior-level role with genuine responsibility and influence Clear pathway to management or Associate level following probation Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Healthcare support and Employee Assistance Programme Volunteer day allowance Structured CPD, training, and career development Collaborative and supportive studio culture Daily Duties Lead the technical delivery of projects from early design through to completion Oversee production, coordination, and quality assurance of technical information Review and monitor team output, carrying out detailed QA checks prior to issue Act as Lead Designer and undertake Principal Designer duties under the Building Safety Act where required Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, CDM 2015, British Standards, and safety legislation Coordinate consultant and contractor information and resolve technical issues during construction Attend and represent the practice at client meetings, design team reviews, and on site Mentor and support colleagues, raising technical standards across the team Manage programmes and take ownership of technical compliance Ideal Candidate Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in architecture, architectural technology, or a related discipline Extensive experience delivering technically complex projects Background in listed buildings and heritage projects Strong, current knowledge of Building Regulations, CDM, British Standards, and the Building Safety Act Confident reviewing others' work and accountable for technical quality Comfortable in senior client and contractor-facing roles Highly proficient in Revit, with AutoCAD experience Proactive, authoritative, and approachable with strong leadership qualities Full UK driving licence preferred To apply, please contact KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to (url removed) I hope to hear from you soon!
04/02/2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Architect/ Technologist Location: Skipton Salary: 37-45,000 DOE About the company: The company is a well-established architectural practice based in Skipton, North Yorkshire, delivering technically complex projects across a wide range of sectors. With a strong reputation for quality, compliance, and collaborative working, the team operates within a multidisciplinary studio environment that values professional development, inclusion, and technical excellence. The business offers senior professionals the opportunity to take full ownership of projects from inception to completion, with a clear progression route to management or Associate level for those who wish to advance. Benefits Senior-level role with genuine responsibility and influence Clear pathway to management or Associate level following probation Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Healthcare support and Employee Assistance Programme Volunteer day allowance Structured CPD, training, and career development Collaborative and supportive studio culture Daily Duties Lead the technical delivery of projects from early design through to completion Oversee production, coordination, and quality assurance of technical information Review and monitor team output, carrying out detailed QA checks prior to issue Act as Lead Designer and undertake Principal Designer duties under the Building Safety Act where required Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, CDM 2015, British Standards, and safety legislation Coordinate consultant and contractor information and resolve technical issues during construction Attend and represent the practice at client meetings, design team reviews, and on site Mentor and support colleagues, raising technical standards across the team Manage programmes and take ownership of technical compliance Ideal Candidate Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in architecture, architectural technology, or a related discipline Extensive experience delivering technically complex projects Background in listed buildings and heritage projects Strong, current knowledge of Building Regulations, CDM, British Standards, and the Building Safety Act Confident reviewing others' work and accountable for technical quality Comfortable in senior client and contractor-facing roles Highly proficient in Revit, with AutoCAD experience Proactive, authoritative, and approachable with strong leadership qualities Full UK driving licence preferred To apply, please contact KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to (url removed) I hope to hear from you soon!
Building Regulations Consultant Hybrid Location : Based from our Sheffield office, S4 7YA Salary/Benefits: The role will command a highly competitive salary and remuneration package as well as a broad benefits package focused on personal development, wellbeing and community. Contract : Full time, Permanent Applicants must have the right to remain in the UK indefinitely as this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Monaghans provide dynamic multi-disciplinary building consultancy services delivering quality professional expertise and advice to clients across a diverse range of business sectors throughout the UK and Europe. An opportunity exists for an experienced Building Control professional from an Approved Inspector or Local Authority Building Control background to join our Sheffield office to work as a Building Regulations Consultant in the Commercial, Residential, Leisure and Retail sectors throughout England & Wales. The role is to help us implement the new duty holder roles created under the Building Safety Act 2022 and The Building Regulations etc. (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2023. Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate a proven track record in Building Control compliance delivery and knowledge of the Approved Documents for a diverse range of instructions, alongside excellent communication skills: Provide Principal Designer (Building Regulations) services to our clients. Strong people management and leadership skills are an advantage to chair online and in person workshops with designers, to help them comply with their new duty holder roles. The candidate will also be responsible for delivering training for other team members to train them in building regulation compliance and management. A great team and work ethic are essential. A detailed and in-depth understanding of Building Regulations including Fire Safety is required, together with desktop technical auditing, plans checking and compliance management. Management support for training and development of others to carry out building regulations compliance checks and management. Provide Building Safety Act consultancy advice and Client advisor services to clients to help them comply with their duties. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following: Excellent communication skills Strong people management and leadership skills Excellence in both Professional and Construction Services Strong knowledge base including building control approvals and consultancy. Delivery of work outputs within set time frames and commercial goals Commitment, enthusiasm and a strong work ethic Team player capable of a flexible approach Energetic & self-motivated Strong IT capabilities including working experience of Microsoft Office and Tablet & Mobile data collection Candidates should be MRICS or MCABE or CIOB (Level 4 Diploma in Building Control Surveying) qualified. Candidates who are qualified as Registered Building Inspectors (RBCI) Class 1, 2A to F, 3G & H and 4 will be considered but this is not essential as the candidates will be working as Principal Designer (Building Regulations). Monaghans are committed to the continuous professional development of all our staff, and we provide a range of professional training programmes and support for staff at all levels including those requiring support to obtain relevant academic or professional qualifications. Monaghans is an equal opportunities employer. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on APPLY today, forwarding an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance. No agencies please.
04/02/2026
Full time
Building Regulations Consultant Hybrid Location : Based from our Sheffield office, S4 7YA Salary/Benefits: The role will command a highly competitive salary and remuneration package as well as a broad benefits package focused on personal development, wellbeing and community. Contract : Full time, Permanent Applicants must have the right to remain in the UK indefinitely as this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Monaghans provide dynamic multi-disciplinary building consultancy services delivering quality professional expertise and advice to clients across a diverse range of business sectors throughout the UK and Europe. An opportunity exists for an experienced Building Control professional from an Approved Inspector or Local Authority Building Control background to join our Sheffield office to work as a Building Regulations Consultant in the Commercial, Residential, Leisure and Retail sectors throughout England & Wales. The role is to help us implement the new duty holder roles created under the Building Safety Act 2022 and The Building Regulations etc. (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2023. Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate a proven track record in Building Control compliance delivery and knowledge of the Approved Documents for a diverse range of instructions, alongside excellent communication skills: Provide Principal Designer (Building Regulations) services to our clients. Strong people management and leadership skills are an advantage to chair online and in person workshops with designers, to help them comply with their new duty holder roles. The candidate will also be responsible for delivering training for other team members to train them in building regulation compliance and management. A great team and work ethic are essential. A detailed and in-depth understanding of Building Regulations including Fire Safety is required, together with desktop technical auditing, plans checking and compliance management. Management support for training and development of others to carry out building regulations compliance checks and management. Provide Building Safety Act consultancy advice and Client advisor services to clients to help them comply with their duties. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following: Excellent communication skills Strong people management and leadership skills Excellence in both Professional and Construction Services Strong knowledge base including building control approvals and consultancy. Delivery of work outputs within set time frames and commercial goals Commitment, enthusiasm and a strong work ethic Team player capable of a flexible approach Energetic & self-motivated Strong IT capabilities including working experience of Microsoft Office and Tablet & Mobile data collection Candidates should be MRICS or MCABE or CIOB (Level 4 Diploma in Building Control Surveying) qualified. Candidates who are qualified as Registered Building Inspectors (RBCI) Class 1, 2A to F, 3G & H and 4 will be considered but this is not essential as the candidates will be working as Principal Designer (Building Regulations). Monaghans are committed to the continuous professional development of all our staff, and we provide a range of professional training programmes and support for staff at all levels including those requiring support to obtain relevant academic or professional qualifications. Monaghans is an equal opportunities employer. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on APPLY today, forwarding an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance. No agencies please.
Associate Technical Lead Architect Location: London Salary: 60,000+ (dependent on experience and location) Permanent, full time position An esteemed architectural practice is seeking an Associate Technical Leader - ARB Architect to join their London office. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced architect, or technical minded leader, to lead the technical direction of residential-led and mixed-use projects across the UK, ensuring regulatory compliance and technical excellence. Key Responsibilities: Lead technical design reviews and ensure compliance with Building Regulations, including the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, and CDM 2015. Provide leadership and expertise on key technical areas such as fire safety, sustainability, ventilation, and modern construction methods. Mentor and guide project teams to deliver technically sound, buildable, and compliant designs. Establish and implement technical standards, QA systems, and knowledge management processes. Collaborate with contractors, influence procurement decisions, and guide project delivery across RIBA stages 3-6. Experience requested: ARB or MCIAT Registered Architect. 10+ years of post-qualification experience in technical design, detailing, specification, and construction-stage support. Proven experience leading technical delivery on residential-led and mixed-use projects across RIBA stages 3-6. Experience with the Building Safety Act, HRBs, Gateways, and change control. Proven ability to establish technical standards, deliver CPD, and mentor teams. Expertise in: fire & life safety ventilation & overheating external envelopes & moisture sustainability/embodied carbon MMC/modular systems. Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, Approved Documents, and Regulation 7 materials restrictions. Ability to act as or advise as Principal Designer under CDM 2015/Building Regulations. Strong construction detailing and specification authoring skills (NBS). Familiarity with warranty provider requirements (NHBC, LABC, etc.) and envelope/physics literacy. Strong leadership and communication skills for reports, presentations, and technical reviews. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced ARB Architect to take on a leadership role and shape the future of projects across the UK. If youre passionate about technical leadership and compliance, apply now with your latest CV and a cover email highlighting your relevant experience against the request above. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
03/02/2026
Full time
Associate Technical Lead Architect Location: London Salary: 60,000+ (dependent on experience and location) Permanent, full time position An esteemed architectural practice is seeking an Associate Technical Leader - ARB Architect to join their London office. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced architect, or technical minded leader, to lead the technical direction of residential-led and mixed-use projects across the UK, ensuring regulatory compliance and technical excellence. Key Responsibilities: Lead technical design reviews and ensure compliance with Building Regulations, including the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, and CDM 2015. Provide leadership and expertise on key technical areas such as fire safety, sustainability, ventilation, and modern construction methods. Mentor and guide project teams to deliver technically sound, buildable, and compliant designs. Establish and implement technical standards, QA systems, and knowledge management processes. Collaborate with contractors, influence procurement decisions, and guide project delivery across RIBA stages 3-6. Experience requested: ARB or MCIAT Registered Architect. 10+ years of post-qualification experience in technical design, detailing, specification, and construction-stage support. Proven experience leading technical delivery on residential-led and mixed-use projects across RIBA stages 3-6. Experience with the Building Safety Act, HRBs, Gateways, and change control. Proven ability to establish technical standards, deliver CPD, and mentor teams. Expertise in: fire & life safety ventilation & overheating external envelopes & moisture sustainability/embodied carbon MMC/modular systems. Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, Approved Documents, and Regulation 7 materials restrictions. Ability to act as or advise as Principal Designer under CDM 2015/Building Regulations. Strong construction detailing and specification authoring skills (NBS). Familiarity with warranty provider requirements (NHBC, LABC, etc.) and envelope/physics literacy. Strong leadership and communication skills for reports, presentations, and technical reviews. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced ARB Architect to take on a leadership role and shape the future of projects across the UK. If youre passionate about technical leadership and compliance, apply now with your latest CV and a cover email highlighting your relevant experience against the request above. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Senior Technical Leader - MCIAT Qualified Locations: Manchester or Bristol Salary: 52-58,000 (dependent on experience and location) Permanent (full-time) A leading architectural practice is seeking a Senior Technical Leader, who is MCIAT accredited, to join their team in Manchester or Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced Chartered Architectural Technologist to lead technical delivery on residential-led and mixed-use projects across the UK. Key Responsibilities: Lead technical design reviews and ensure compliance with Building Regulations, including the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, and CDM 2015. Provide expert advice on technical aspects such as fire safety, sustainability, ventilation, and modern construction methods. Mentor project teams to ensure designs are practical, buildable, and comply with safety and sustainability standards. Establish and maintain technical standards, QA systems, and knowledge management processes. Collaborate with contractors, lead procurement processes, and influence project delivery across RIBA stages 3-6. Experience & Qualifications: MCIAT Chartered Architectural Technologist. 10+ years of post-qualification experience in technical design, detailing, specification, and construction-stage support. Proven experience leading technical delivery on residential-led and mixed-use projects across RIBA stages 3-6. Knowledge of the Building Safety Act regime and change control processes. Ability to establish technical standards, deliver CPD, and mentor teams. Expertise in at least two areas: sustainability/embodied carbon MMC/modular systems fire & life safety ventilation & overheating external envelopes & moisture. In-depth understanding of UK Building Regulations, Approved Documents, and Regulation 7 materials restrictions. Ability to act as or advise as Principal Designer under CDM 2015/Building Regulations. Strong construction detailing skills, including specification authoring (NBS), product selection, and testing/commissioning. Familiarity with warranty provider requirements (NHBC, LABC, etc.) and envelope/physics literacy. Strong communication skills for technical reports, presentations, and leading reviews. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Technical Leader to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking practice. If you're passionate about technical excellence and compliance, apply today. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
03/02/2026
Full time
Senior Technical Leader - MCIAT Qualified Locations: Manchester or Bristol Salary: 52-58,000 (dependent on experience and location) Permanent (full-time) A leading architectural practice is seeking a Senior Technical Leader, who is MCIAT accredited, to join their team in Manchester or Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced Chartered Architectural Technologist to lead technical delivery on residential-led and mixed-use projects across the UK. Key Responsibilities: Lead technical design reviews and ensure compliance with Building Regulations, including the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, and CDM 2015. Provide expert advice on technical aspects such as fire safety, sustainability, ventilation, and modern construction methods. Mentor project teams to ensure designs are practical, buildable, and comply with safety and sustainability standards. Establish and maintain technical standards, QA systems, and knowledge management processes. Collaborate with contractors, lead procurement processes, and influence project delivery across RIBA stages 3-6. Experience & Qualifications: MCIAT Chartered Architectural Technologist. 10+ years of post-qualification experience in technical design, detailing, specification, and construction-stage support. Proven experience leading technical delivery on residential-led and mixed-use projects across RIBA stages 3-6. Knowledge of the Building Safety Act regime and change control processes. Ability to establish technical standards, deliver CPD, and mentor teams. Expertise in at least two areas: sustainability/embodied carbon MMC/modular systems fire & life safety ventilation & overheating external envelopes & moisture. In-depth understanding of UK Building Regulations, Approved Documents, and Regulation 7 materials restrictions. Ability to act as or advise as Principal Designer under CDM 2015/Building Regulations. Strong construction detailing skills, including specification authoring (NBS), product selection, and testing/commissioning. Familiarity with warranty provider requirements (NHBC, LABC, etc.) and envelope/physics literacy. Strong communication skills for technical reports, presentations, and leading reviews. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Technical Leader to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking practice. If you're passionate about technical excellence and compliance, apply today. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
We are recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer with design experience in the water sector on a permanent basis. Role Accountabilities Project Delivery - Collaborate with other discipline engineers and manage quality through the design workflow review to achieve time, cost and quality standards. - Ensure that the mechanical deliverables are produced to the required standards and specifications. - Check mechanical and hydraulic systems, including pumping systems, plant, building services, and ensure they have been completed to an appropriate level of detail and compliance. - Check integrated supplier packages and 3D models to ensure quality, safety, and technical standards are adhered to, including meeting DSEAR compliance. - Check mechanical documentation such as basis of design, specifications, work scope and schedules. - Review construction site design queries and change requests, to ensure quick but accurate responses and/or the design remains suitable. - Support the Senior Design Manager and Design Managers to forecast and allocate resources on a best for task basis. - Support the Project Design Managers and other engineering disciplines to plan and manage the design delivery, and to manage stakeholders regarding mechanical design acceptance. - Seek support and direction from the Principal Mechanical Engineer. - Provide knowledge for the creation and reviewing of supplier contracts and deliverables. Health & Safety (CDM) - Drive excellence in health, safety and welfare for mechanical engineering. - Ensure designs comply with all relevant mechanical standards and regulations, including hazardous areas DSEAR compliance (if trained and competent). - Input into Construction Design Management (CDM) meetings and support preparing information for inclusion in the design risk assessment and Pre-Construction Information. - Develop designer alerts where lessons are to be learnt. Personal & Team Development - Support the Senior Design Manager to recruit Senior Mechanical Engineers and Mechanical Engineers. Qualifications & Experience - An engineering, or equivalent, degree, or be able to demonstrate a degree level of ability through relevant experience. - Preferably Chartered, or working towards Chartered status. - Experience of water-sector assets and capital projects. - Knowledge of all relevent regulations, standards and codes of practice - Experience of mentoring and coaching of junior engineers. - Ideally, but not essential, experience of a Design & Build environment. Competencies & Skills Leadership - Integrity - Fosters within their team compliance with the organisations business ethics, a respectful attitude to others, positive action to build our reputation, and integrity. - Communication & Collaboration - Challenges and addresses poor collaboration and promotes effective communication to all stakeholders. - Emotional Intelligence - Demonstrates leadership with emotional intelligence by understanding the needs and views of others. Champions diversity and inclusion. - Development & Learning - Comprehensive understanding of the development and learning needs within the team and actively defines training plans to address competency gaps. - Decision Making - Provides support and guidance to others for making complex decisions. Understands the impact of their decisions and takes full responsibility. Management - People Management - Provides line management for a team and is highly regarded by their team. - Engineering Management - Manages engineering activities for a team to achieve efficient engineering outputs. - Quality - Ensures that quality procedures are robustly followed and identifies improvements. - Risk and Opportunities - Develops and implements strategies to mitigate risks and realise opportunities across multiple projects. Technical - Design Production - Champions good practice in engineering designs including exercising independent judgement. Desing Output - Ensures that the Engineering documents, drawings and 3D models are produced to the required standard. -Innovation - Champions and delivers innovation concepts to improve efficiency within their teams and portfolio.
03/02/2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer with design experience in the water sector on a permanent basis. Role Accountabilities Project Delivery - Collaborate with other discipline engineers and manage quality through the design workflow review to achieve time, cost and quality standards. - Ensure that the mechanical deliverables are produced to the required standards and specifications. - Check mechanical and hydraulic systems, including pumping systems, plant, building services, and ensure they have been completed to an appropriate level of detail and compliance. - Check integrated supplier packages and 3D models to ensure quality, safety, and technical standards are adhered to, including meeting DSEAR compliance. - Check mechanical documentation such as basis of design, specifications, work scope and schedules. - Review construction site design queries and change requests, to ensure quick but accurate responses and/or the design remains suitable. - Support the Senior Design Manager and Design Managers to forecast and allocate resources on a best for task basis. - Support the Project Design Managers and other engineering disciplines to plan and manage the design delivery, and to manage stakeholders regarding mechanical design acceptance. - Seek support and direction from the Principal Mechanical Engineer. - Provide knowledge for the creation and reviewing of supplier contracts and deliverables. Health & Safety (CDM) - Drive excellence in health, safety and welfare for mechanical engineering. - Ensure designs comply with all relevant mechanical standards and regulations, including hazardous areas DSEAR compliance (if trained and competent). - Input into Construction Design Management (CDM) meetings and support preparing information for inclusion in the design risk assessment and Pre-Construction Information. - Develop designer alerts where lessons are to be learnt. Personal & Team Development - Support the Senior Design Manager to recruit Senior Mechanical Engineers and Mechanical Engineers. Qualifications & Experience - An engineering, or equivalent, degree, or be able to demonstrate a degree level of ability through relevant experience. - Preferably Chartered, or working towards Chartered status. - Experience of water-sector assets and capital projects. - Knowledge of all relevent regulations, standards and codes of practice - Experience of mentoring and coaching of junior engineers. - Ideally, but not essential, experience of a Design & Build environment. Competencies & Skills Leadership - Integrity - Fosters within their team compliance with the organisations business ethics, a respectful attitude to others, positive action to build our reputation, and integrity. - Communication & Collaboration - Challenges and addresses poor collaboration and promotes effective communication to all stakeholders. - Emotional Intelligence - Demonstrates leadership with emotional intelligence by understanding the needs and views of others. Champions diversity and inclusion. - Development & Learning - Comprehensive understanding of the development and learning needs within the team and actively defines training plans to address competency gaps. - Decision Making - Provides support and guidance to others for making complex decisions. Understands the impact of their decisions and takes full responsibility. Management - People Management - Provides line management for a team and is highly regarded by their team. - Engineering Management - Manages engineering activities for a team to achieve efficient engineering outputs. - Quality - Ensures that quality procedures are robustly followed and identifies improvements. - Risk and Opportunities - Develops and implements strategies to mitigate risks and realise opportunities across multiple projects. Technical - Design Production - Champions good practice in engineering designs including exercising independent judgement. Desing Output - Ensures that the Engineering documents, drawings and 3D models are produced to the required standard. -Innovation - Champions and delivers innovation concepts to improve efficiency within their teams and portfolio.
12-month temporary contract for a Project Building Surveyor Your new company You'll be joining a dynamic Estates & Facilities team where you'll take the lead on a variety of construction projects across a large and complex estate. This is a permanent, full-time position offering you the opportunity to manage planned maintenance, refurbishments, and new build schemes from inception to completion. Your focus will be on delivering projects that represent best value, while meeting high standards of quality, safety, and compliance. Your new role In this role, you'll be responsible for developing client briefs, producing design solutions, and managing budgets. You'll coordinate both internal resources and external consultants, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. You'll act as Contract Administrator and Principal Designer when required, and you'll ensure that all statutory approvals are obtained before work begins. You'll provide expert advice on planning, procurement, and project delivery, while maintaining strong communication with stakeholders across the organisation. You'll also support the wider management team in promoting customer-focused services, continuous improvement, and efficient use of resources. What you'll need to succeed To succeed, you'll need a degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline, along with full membership of a recognised professional body such as RICS. You'll have at least five years' experience at a senior technical level, with a strong track record in managing complex refurbishment and alteration projects.You'll be confident working with JCT contracts and have experience acting as Contract Administrator. You'll be proficient in AutoCAD, NBS Create, and the MS Office 365 suite including MS Project. Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines.You'll also have a solid understanding of UK construction regulations and best practices, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. What you'll get in return In return, you will be paid a competitive hourly rate. You will be working in a great environment with a potential of contract extension or applying for a permanent position. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
01/09/2025
Seasonal
12-month temporary contract for a Project Building Surveyor Your new company You'll be joining a dynamic Estates & Facilities team where you'll take the lead on a variety of construction projects across a large and complex estate. This is a permanent, full-time position offering you the opportunity to manage planned maintenance, refurbishments, and new build schemes from inception to completion. Your focus will be on delivering projects that represent best value, while meeting high standards of quality, safety, and compliance. Your new role In this role, you'll be responsible for developing client briefs, producing design solutions, and managing budgets. You'll coordinate both internal resources and external consultants, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. You'll act as Contract Administrator and Principal Designer when required, and you'll ensure that all statutory approvals are obtained before work begins. You'll provide expert advice on planning, procurement, and project delivery, while maintaining strong communication with stakeholders across the organisation. You'll also support the wider management team in promoting customer-focused services, continuous improvement, and efficient use of resources. What you'll need to succeed To succeed, you'll need a degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline, along with full membership of a recognised professional body such as RICS. You'll have at least five years' experience at a senior technical level, with a strong track record in managing complex refurbishment and alteration projects.You'll be confident working with JCT contracts and have experience acting as Contract Administrator. You'll be proficient in AutoCAD, NBS Create, and the MS Office 365 suite including MS Project. Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines.You'll also have a solid understanding of UK construction regulations and best practices, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. What you'll get in return In return, you will be paid a competitive hourly rate. You will be working in a great environment with a potential of contract extension or applying for a permanent position. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Senior Project Manager
Working Pattern: Full Time
Posted Date: 19 Mar 2024
Salary:£45,585 to £48,350 with progression to £54,395 per annum with potential for market factor supplement
Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits . We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Closing Date: 07 April 2024
Based within the Estates & Facilities Service, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced construction professional to join our Capital Team of Project Managers.
The Capital Team are an in-house service that is responsible for the design, development and management of capital development projects across the University. Our 50-acre Newcastle City Centre Campus is the hub of teaching, research and collaboration and we have a strong pipeline of projects that seek to respond to a number of key strategic priorities, including; a net zero carbon target of 2030 and ensuring our facilities enable high quality education and world class research. This role will play a significant part in providing a campus for the future.
We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience managing building projects in the construction industry, this could be as a contractor, consultant or in a client-side role. You will oversee the supervision of the University’s major capital developments, as well as occasional long-term maintenance and improvement projects within the service. Project values range broadly and therefore your workload will be both varied and interesting.
The Senior Project Managers operate within a team of four, reporting to a Team Leader – James Adshead. There are five other team members across the Capital Team including Project Engineers / Project Surveyors and a Soft Landings Manager. Your role is based at our Newcastle city centre campus, with some occasional travel to offsite locations across the North East.
One of our most recent projects is the redevelopment of the Stephenson Building. Information on the project can be found in this link:
The Stephenson Building - Who we Are - Newcastle University (ncl.ac.uk)
Please reach out to James Adshead, Capital and Planning Manager on james.adshead@ncl.ac.uk to arrange a call to chat about this opportunity.
Please note: The University has funding available for any candidates who do not currently hold a valid CSCS card (Construction Safety Certification Scheme).
*Interviews will be held 23rd April 2024
Key Accountabilities
To lead capital projects through the RIBA Plan of Works schedule, ensuring project objectives are delivered throughout
Work in liaison across other teams within Estates and Facilities such as the Sustainability, Planning, Improvement and Maintenance Teams as well as key stakeholders across the University to develop a client brief and determine the optimum project and costs sufficient to allow the business case to be demonstrated and the project to be approved by the University Executive
Be responsible for the development of comprehensive programmes incorporating all key activities the through the design and construction process through to completion, commissioning and occupation (including soft landings)
Take financial responsibility for the project to ensure that timely payments are made and recorded and that expenditure is monitored regularly and reported to ensure that any threats / risks to completion of the project within budget are addressed as necessary
Be responsible for the overall management and associated reporting of projects. To include project progress, governance, finances, quality, risk management, health and safety and other key aspects of the project across University Committees and meetings including Steering groups, project meetings and other forums as required
Lead the procurement and appointment of architectural and engineering design teams, other specialist consultants, contractors and suppliers to oversee the development of the design and construction to ensure it fulfils the needs and expectations of stakeholders as well as functional, programme and cost requirements
Work in partnership with colleagues to specify, procure and deliver feasibility reports, options appraisals and impact assessments including external funding bids
Set up and manage third party relationships as appropriate with external stakeholders, tenants and landlords, local authorities, statutory authorities, funders, utility services and other agencies etc
Take responsibility for the client role as defined under the CDM Regulations and consult with other sections of the Estates and Facilities and the Principal Designer to ensure the organisation meets its requirements under all Health and Safety legislation
Implement and promote the use of Building Information Modelling throughout the design and build process and ensure that the electronic drawings and manuals are integrated into the existing Estates and Facilities data systems. Liaise with the BIM Manager
Direct and work alongside external consultant teams and University colleagues, including the Estates and Facilities Project Surveyor / Project Engineer, throughout the design and construction process and monitor and report progress during the project, to ensure the project is on programme and within budget
Liaise with client representatives and adjacent occupants to advise on the potential implications and disruption caused by the building programme and to implement and co-ordinate any actions to minimise disturbance
Contribute to the Post Occupancy Evaluation of completed projects between 1 and 2 years after Practical Completion. Work alongside the Estates and Facilities CDM / Soft Landings Manager
Undertake other duties as and when required by the Capital Manager
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Proven track record of managing projects in the construction industry, ensuring compliance with design brief and contractual obligations with deadlines, changing priorities, quality requirements, budget and stakeholder management
Working knowledge of construction contracts and the roles and responsibilities within those
Solid understanding and experience of construction methods and technologies
An up-to-date knowledge of public procurement regulations
Up to date knowledge of statutory requirements, legislation & contract law relating to building projects including Health & Safety
Proficient in the reading of drawings and technical specifications
Ability to organise time to manage conflicting priorities within a demanding workload
Experience of working in a team and stakeholders to support positive outcomes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good attention to detail
Good IT skills with working knowledge of software packages, such as Microsoft Office packages
Attributes and Behaviour
Can demonstrate an ability to think flexibly, have sound judgement, use initiative, be proactive and adopt an active approach to problem solving
Comfortable working alongside senior colleagues to shape the project direction and programme including the negotiation skills and the ability to influence others
Ability to working on own initiative and as part of a team
Collaborative worker who builds on relationships with clients, colleagues, consultants, and contractors with excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Proven leadership skills and ability to promote “ownership” of decisions regarding colleagues and financial resources limited by the overall budget
Qualifications
Education to degree level, either in a relevant construction discipline, or with substantial equivalent professional experience in an estate development role
Desirable
Chartered member of an appropriate professional body
Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.
We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.
At Newcastle University we hold a silver Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a Disability Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.
In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.
Requisition ID: 26846
19/03/2024
Full time
Senior Project Manager
Working Pattern: Full Time
Posted Date: 19 Mar 2024
Salary:£45,585 to £48,350 with progression to £54,395 per annum with potential for market factor supplement
Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits . We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Closing Date: 07 April 2024
Based within the Estates & Facilities Service, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced construction professional to join our Capital Team of Project Managers.
The Capital Team are an in-house service that is responsible for the design, development and management of capital development projects across the University. Our 50-acre Newcastle City Centre Campus is the hub of teaching, research and collaboration and we have a strong pipeline of projects that seek to respond to a number of key strategic priorities, including; a net zero carbon target of 2030 and ensuring our facilities enable high quality education and world class research. This role will play a significant part in providing a campus for the future.
We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience managing building projects in the construction industry, this could be as a contractor, consultant or in a client-side role. You will oversee the supervision of the University’s major capital developments, as well as occasional long-term maintenance and improvement projects within the service. Project values range broadly and therefore your workload will be both varied and interesting.
The Senior Project Managers operate within a team of four, reporting to a Team Leader – James Adshead. There are five other team members across the Capital Team including Project Engineers / Project Surveyors and a Soft Landings Manager. Your role is based at our Newcastle city centre campus, with some occasional travel to offsite locations across the North East.
One of our most recent projects is the redevelopment of the Stephenson Building. Information on the project can be found in this link:
The Stephenson Building - Who we Are - Newcastle University (ncl.ac.uk)
Please reach out to James Adshead, Capital and Planning Manager on james.adshead@ncl.ac.uk to arrange a call to chat about this opportunity.
Please note: The University has funding available for any candidates who do not currently hold a valid CSCS card (Construction Safety Certification Scheme).
*Interviews will be held 23rd April 2024
Key Accountabilities
To lead capital projects through the RIBA Plan of Works schedule, ensuring project objectives are delivered throughout
Work in liaison across other teams within Estates and Facilities such as the Sustainability, Planning, Improvement and Maintenance Teams as well as key stakeholders across the University to develop a client brief and determine the optimum project and costs sufficient to allow the business case to be demonstrated and the project to be approved by the University Executive
Be responsible for the development of comprehensive programmes incorporating all key activities the through the design and construction process through to completion, commissioning and occupation (including soft landings)
Take financial responsibility for the project to ensure that timely payments are made and recorded and that expenditure is monitored regularly and reported to ensure that any threats / risks to completion of the project within budget are addressed as necessary
Be responsible for the overall management and associated reporting of projects. To include project progress, governance, finances, quality, risk management, health and safety and other key aspects of the project across University Committees and meetings including Steering groups, project meetings and other forums as required
Lead the procurement and appointment of architectural and engineering design teams, other specialist consultants, contractors and suppliers to oversee the development of the design and construction to ensure it fulfils the needs and expectations of stakeholders as well as functional, programme and cost requirements
Work in partnership with colleagues to specify, procure and deliver feasibility reports, options appraisals and impact assessments including external funding bids
Set up and manage third party relationships as appropriate with external stakeholders, tenants and landlords, local authorities, statutory authorities, funders, utility services and other agencies etc
Take responsibility for the client role as defined under the CDM Regulations and consult with other sections of the Estates and Facilities and the Principal Designer to ensure the organisation meets its requirements under all Health and Safety legislation
Implement and promote the use of Building Information Modelling throughout the design and build process and ensure that the electronic drawings and manuals are integrated into the existing Estates and Facilities data systems. Liaise with the BIM Manager
Direct and work alongside external consultant teams and University colleagues, including the Estates and Facilities Project Surveyor / Project Engineer, throughout the design and construction process and monitor and report progress during the project, to ensure the project is on programme and within budget
Liaise with client representatives and adjacent occupants to advise on the potential implications and disruption caused by the building programme and to implement and co-ordinate any actions to minimise disturbance
Contribute to the Post Occupancy Evaluation of completed projects between 1 and 2 years after Practical Completion. Work alongside the Estates and Facilities CDM / Soft Landings Manager
Undertake other duties as and when required by the Capital Manager
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Proven track record of managing projects in the construction industry, ensuring compliance with design brief and contractual obligations with deadlines, changing priorities, quality requirements, budget and stakeholder management
Working knowledge of construction contracts and the roles and responsibilities within those
Solid understanding and experience of construction methods and technologies
An up-to-date knowledge of public procurement regulations
Up to date knowledge of statutory requirements, legislation & contract law relating to building projects including Health & Safety
Proficient in the reading of drawings and technical specifications
Ability to organise time to manage conflicting priorities within a demanding workload
Experience of working in a team and stakeholders to support positive outcomes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good attention to detail
Good IT skills with working knowledge of software packages, such as Microsoft Office packages
Attributes and Behaviour
Can demonstrate an ability to think flexibly, have sound judgement, use initiative, be proactive and adopt an active approach to problem solving
Comfortable working alongside senior colleagues to shape the project direction and programme including the negotiation skills and the ability to influence others
Ability to working on own initiative and as part of a team
Collaborative worker who builds on relationships with clients, colleagues, consultants, and contractors with excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Proven leadership skills and ability to promote “ownership” of decisions regarding colleagues and financial resources limited by the overall budget
Qualifications
Education to degree level, either in a relevant construction discipline, or with substantial equivalent professional experience in an estate development role
Desirable
Chartered member of an appropriate professional body
Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.
We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.
At Newcastle University we hold a silver Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a Disability Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.
In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.
Requisition ID: 26846