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).
We are March the UKs leading provider of critical engineering services. Our expertise as a multi-disciplinary engineering partner across infrastructure, process and digital services has led to long term partnerships with leading organisations in everything from food and drink and utilities to high-security industries such as defence, aerospace and nuclear. We are now looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team at Sellafield, Seascale, Cumbria. As the Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be reporting to the Electrical Project Manager and assisting them with procurement and delivery of the Electrical Packages, coordinating with the client, contractors, suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure successful delivery. The position will be full time and site based as part of the March delivery team. Key Responsibilities: Attending site team meetings and workshops as required, implementing Compensation Events and producing early warnings. Production of risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) and other QHSE documentation. Managing the production of Electrical and sub-contractors ITP s and ICL s in conjunction with the QA Manager requirements. Identifying, assessing, negotiating with and managing suppliers and sub-contractors. Undertake general commercial activities (assist in preparation of applications for payment, compilation of variations, etc.). Production of Technical Submissions and RFI s ensuring the correct selection and procurement of equipment. Working closely with: The Quality Manager to ensure the resolving and closing out of Snags and Defects. The Document Controller, Design manager, Quality Manager and team to ensure the production of RIBA 5 Working drawings and RIBA 6 Handover documentation. Communicating and co-ordinating with the Commissioning Manager, Design/Technical Manager, Modular Build Project Manager. The Quantity Surveyor, Principal Contractor and other trades. The project Planner to ensure accurate planning, forecasting and reporting contract performance. Skills and Experiences: Educated to HNC Level (or equivalent) in an electrical engineering discipline consideration will be given for those with equivalent industry experience. Have experience in using MS office software. You will also need to hold both a SMSTS and CSCS card. Experience working within a nuclear or highly regulated environment and hold SC clearance (desirable). What we offer A competitive and negotiable salary. + discretionary bonus. A world leading flexible benefits package and healthcare. An employer who values the ongoing wellbeing of its employees. Car allowance. Enhanced pension. Opportunity to be part of part of the delivery team who were recently awarded a 10-year Framework agreement. Career development within a successful and growing business. Relocation assistance and allowance. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
20/02/2026
Full time
We are March the UKs leading provider of critical engineering services. Our expertise as a multi-disciplinary engineering partner across infrastructure, process and digital services has led to long term partnerships with leading organisations in everything from food and drink and utilities to high-security industries such as defence, aerospace and nuclear. We are now looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team at Sellafield, Seascale, Cumbria. As the Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be reporting to the Electrical Project Manager and assisting them with procurement and delivery of the Electrical Packages, coordinating with the client, contractors, suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure successful delivery. The position will be full time and site based as part of the March delivery team. Key Responsibilities: Attending site team meetings and workshops as required, implementing Compensation Events and producing early warnings. Production of risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) and other QHSE documentation. Managing the production of Electrical and sub-contractors ITP s and ICL s in conjunction with the QA Manager requirements. Identifying, assessing, negotiating with and managing suppliers and sub-contractors. Undertake general commercial activities (assist in preparation of applications for payment, compilation of variations, etc.). Production of Technical Submissions and RFI s ensuring the correct selection and procurement of equipment. Working closely with: The Quality Manager to ensure the resolving and closing out of Snags and Defects. The Document Controller, Design manager, Quality Manager and team to ensure the production of RIBA 5 Working drawings and RIBA 6 Handover documentation. Communicating and co-ordinating with the Commissioning Manager, Design/Technical Manager, Modular Build Project Manager. The Quantity Surveyor, Principal Contractor and other trades. The project Planner to ensure accurate planning, forecasting and reporting contract performance. Skills and Experiences: Educated to HNC Level (or equivalent) in an electrical engineering discipline consideration will be given for those with equivalent industry experience. Have experience in using MS office software. You will also need to hold both a SMSTS and CSCS card. Experience working within a nuclear or highly regulated environment and hold SC clearance (desirable). What we offer A competitive and negotiable salary. + discretionary bonus. A world leading flexible benefits package and healthcare. An employer who values the ongoing wellbeing of its employees. Car allowance. Enhanced pension. Opportunity to be part of part of the delivery team who were recently awarded a 10-year Framework agreement. Career development within a successful and growing business. Relocation assistance and allowance. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Berrys At Berrys, we are all about land and property. Working from four offices across the Midlands, we offer an array of services - planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy - to help our clients make the most of their assets. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary development team made up of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. You will be part of a business which is big enough for a varied range of work and opportunities. However, it is small enough to provide autonomy and a chance to really get to know everyone - expanding your skills and building new connections. A strategic requirement to create growth has arisen within the Kettering office. This role would benefit from an individual who is experienced in creating growth and establishing a presence in the Planning, Architecture and Building Surveying space. The successful candidate would have a track record of growing teams, creating brand awareness and establishing strong networks and relationships Operational Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Be the internal figurehead of our planning and development offer within the Kettering offices and be the go-to for technical expertise. Be experienced and comfortable delivering planning consultancy work in several different sectors and services. This should include general planning advice as well as strategic planning advice. Whilst the role will have a strategic focus, it is expected that candidates also deliver on their delivery obligations, working alongside the team to coordinate and prepare planning applications, provide expert advice to clients and have experience in dealing with post-planning negotiations and appeal work. Have a strong understanding of the entire development process, particularly post-planning work such as technical design, procurement and our construction-phase services. Demonstrate strong project management skills by coordinating teams both internally and externally, identifying the correct delivery team, manage client risks and project programmes. Offer support to other members of the team and help to grow and develop their knowledge and understand of planning and the wider development offer. Demonstrate a strong understanding of the financial requirements of our business and shape the way the team works to increase efficiency, productivity and profitability. Strategic Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Quickly gain a strong understanding of the business model, our various service offerings, and critically how they work together to create a unique offer to our clients. Demonstrate the ability to cross-sell other services such as Land Promotion, Agency and Valuation. Utilise a track record of marketing, business development and brand awareness to demonstrably grow our development offer within Northamptonshire. Create a strong network of developers, landowners, promoters and agents within the area and begin to increase the baseline of planning and development instructions. Utilise existing connections and relationships to increase the level and quality of our instructions within Kettering - both for the planning and development function and, where possible, the wider service offers within the business. Gain an intimate understanding of our planning offer, the opportunities and weaknesses that we currently face and implement a plan to diversify. This should include both the types of development work we do as well as the markets we operate in. Person Specification - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Excellent people management and team-building skills Ability to set technical vision and strategy Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities Strategic thinker with attention to detail Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change Passion for innovation and continuous improvement Relevant qualifications to support the role (MRTPI) Full, clean UK driving licence essential due to regular travel between sites and client meetings Hours: 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly Monday-Friday in line with our Agile Working Philosophy. Benefits - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: The role sits within a friendly and supportive team with opportunities to develop. We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience We will pay all the appropriate professional memberships and fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all via BUPA We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab We have an agile working philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday We also give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service Potential for discretionary bonus We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through The National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services We offer salary sacrifice schemes for Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work schemes Closing Date: 11th March 2026 Please note that we may close this role early, if sufficient applications are received, therefore it is recommended to apply early if you match the criteria.
18/02/2026
Full time
Berrys At Berrys, we are all about land and property. Working from four offices across the Midlands, we offer an array of services - planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy - to help our clients make the most of their assets. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary development team made up of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. You will be part of a business which is big enough for a varied range of work and opportunities. However, it is small enough to provide autonomy and a chance to really get to know everyone - expanding your skills and building new connections. A strategic requirement to create growth has arisen within the Kettering office. This role would benefit from an individual who is experienced in creating growth and establishing a presence in the Planning, Architecture and Building Surveying space. The successful candidate would have a track record of growing teams, creating brand awareness and establishing strong networks and relationships Operational Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Be the internal figurehead of our planning and development offer within the Kettering offices and be the go-to for technical expertise. Be experienced and comfortable delivering planning consultancy work in several different sectors and services. This should include general planning advice as well as strategic planning advice. Whilst the role will have a strategic focus, it is expected that candidates also deliver on their delivery obligations, working alongside the team to coordinate and prepare planning applications, provide expert advice to clients and have experience in dealing with post-planning negotiations and appeal work. Have a strong understanding of the entire development process, particularly post-planning work such as technical design, procurement and our construction-phase services. Demonstrate strong project management skills by coordinating teams both internally and externally, identifying the correct delivery team, manage client risks and project programmes. Offer support to other members of the team and help to grow and develop their knowledge and understand of planning and the wider development offer. Demonstrate a strong understanding of the financial requirements of our business and shape the way the team works to increase efficiency, productivity and profitability. Strategic Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Quickly gain a strong understanding of the business model, our various service offerings, and critically how they work together to create a unique offer to our clients. Demonstrate the ability to cross-sell other services such as Land Promotion, Agency and Valuation. Utilise a track record of marketing, business development and brand awareness to demonstrably grow our development offer within Northamptonshire. Create a strong network of developers, landowners, promoters and agents within the area and begin to increase the baseline of planning and development instructions. Utilise existing connections and relationships to increase the level and quality of our instructions within Kettering - both for the planning and development function and, where possible, the wider service offers within the business. Gain an intimate understanding of our planning offer, the opportunities and weaknesses that we currently face and implement a plan to diversify. This should include both the types of development work we do as well as the markets we operate in. Person Specification - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Excellent people management and team-building skills Ability to set technical vision and strategy Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities Strategic thinker with attention to detail Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change Passion for innovation and continuous improvement Relevant qualifications to support the role (MRTPI) Full, clean UK driving licence essential due to regular travel between sites and client meetings Hours: 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly Monday-Friday in line with our Agile Working Philosophy. Benefits - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: The role sits within a friendly and supportive team with opportunities to develop. We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience We will pay all the appropriate professional memberships and fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all via BUPA We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab We have an agile working philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday We also give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service Potential for discretionary bonus We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through The National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services We offer salary sacrifice schemes for Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work schemes Closing Date: 11th March 2026 Please note that we may close this role early, if sufficient applications are received, therefore it is recommended to apply early if you match the criteria.
A leading land and property consultancy with multiple offices across the Midlands is seeking an experienced Principal Planning Consultant / Development Lead to support the continued growth of its Kettering office. The business delivers a comprehensive range of services including planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and development consultancy, helping clients maximise the potential of their land and property assets. This is an exciting opportunity to join a multi disciplinary development team made up of planners, architects, surveyors, engineers and heritage specialists. The organisation is large enough to offer a diverse workload and strong career progression, yet small enough to provide autonomy, visibility and genuine influence over the direction of the service. A strategic requirement has emerged to expand the planning and development offer within Northamptonshire. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in growing teams, developing new business, building brand presence and establishing strong networks across the planning, architecture and building surveying sectors. Key Operational Responsibilities Act as the internal lead for the planning and development service within the Kettering office, providing expert technical guidance. Deliver high quality planning consultancy across a range of sectors, including both general and strategic planning advice. Lead and support the preparation and coordination of planning applications, post planning negotiations and appeal work. Demonstrate a strong understanding of the full development lifecycle, including technical design, procurement and construction phase services. Manage projects effectively, coordinating internal and external teams, identifying risks and ensuring programmes are met. Mentor and support junior colleagues, helping to develop their planning knowledge and wider understanding of the development process. Contribute to improved efficiency, productivity and profitability through strong commercial awareness. Key Strategic Responsibilities Develop a deep understanding of the business model and how the various service lines integrate to create a unique client offering. Identify opportunities to cross sell complementary services such as land promotion, agency and valuation. Drive business development activity to grow the planning and development presence across Northamptonshire. Build and maintain strong networks with developers, landowners, promoters and agents to increase new instructions. Leverage existing relationships to enhance the quality and volume of work secured by the Kettering office. Assess the current planning offer, identify opportunities for diversification and implement strategies to strengthen market position. Person Specification MRTPI qualified with significant experience in planning consultancy or development. Strong leadership, people management and team building skills. Ability to set technical direction and shape strategic growth. Confident decision maker with excellent problem solving abilities. Resilient, adaptable and comfortable working under pressure. Passionate about innovation, continuous improvement and high quality service delivery. Full UK driving licence essential due to regular travel to sites and client meetings. Benefits Salary in the region of £50,000-£65,000 dependent on experience Friendly, supportive team environment with clear opportunities for progression. Professional memberships paid, plus funded CPD and training. Private healthcare via BUPA. Employee Assistance Programme, health plan and annual flu jab. Agile working philosophy with a blend of office and remote working. 35 days annual leave including bank holidays, plus: An additional day off for your birthday Extra holiday for every 3 years of service Enhanced workplace pension scheme (NEST). Access to employee loan scheme and staff discounts after probation. Salary sacrifice options for Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work schemes. Potential for discretionary bonus. To apply to this Principal Planning Consultant role, please forward your up to date CV to Ashley Johnson at Conrad Consulting. Alternatively, contact Ashley on (phone number removed) to discuss further.
18/02/2026
Full time
A leading land and property consultancy with multiple offices across the Midlands is seeking an experienced Principal Planning Consultant / Development Lead to support the continued growth of its Kettering office. The business delivers a comprehensive range of services including planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and development consultancy, helping clients maximise the potential of their land and property assets. This is an exciting opportunity to join a multi disciplinary development team made up of planners, architects, surveyors, engineers and heritage specialists. The organisation is large enough to offer a diverse workload and strong career progression, yet small enough to provide autonomy, visibility and genuine influence over the direction of the service. A strategic requirement has emerged to expand the planning and development offer within Northamptonshire. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in growing teams, developing new business, building brand presence and establishing strong networks across the planning, architecture and building surveying sectors. Key Operational Responsibilities Act as the internal lead for the planning and development service within the Kettering office, providing expert technical guidance. Deliver high quality planning consultancy across a range of sectors, including both general and strategic planning advice. Lead and support the preparation and coordination of planning applications, post planning negotiations and appeal work. Demonstrate a strong understanding of the full development lifecycle, including technical design, procurement and construction phase services. Manage projects effectively, coordinating internal and external teams, identifying risks and ensuring programmes are met. Mentor and support junior colleagues, helping to develop their planning knowledge and wider understanding of the development process. Contribute to improved efficiency, productivity and profitability through strong commercial awareness. Key Strategic Responsibilities Develop a deep understanding of the business model and how the various service lines integrate to create a unique client offering. Identify opportunities to cross sell complementary services such as land promotion, agency and valuation. Drive business development activity to grow the planning and development presence across Northamptonshire. Build and maintain strong networks with developers, landowners, promoters and agents to increase new instructions. Leverage existing relationships to enhance the quality and volume of work secured by the Kettering office. Assess the current planning offer, identify opportunities for diversification and implement strategies to strengthen market position. Person Specification MRTPI qualified with significant experience in planning consultancy or development. Strong leadership, people management and team building skills. Ability to set technical direction and shape strategic growth. Confident decision maker with excellent problem solving abilities. Resilient, adaptable and comfortable working under pressure. Passionate about innovation, continuous improvement and high quality service delivery. Full UK driving licence essential due to regular travel to sites and client meetings. Benefits Salary in the region of £50,000-£65,000 dependent on experience Friendly, supportive team environment with clear opportunities for progression. Professional memberships paid, plus funded CPD and training. Private healthcare via BUPA. Employee Assistance Programme, health plan and annual flu jab. Agile working philosophy with a blend of office and remote working. 35 days annual leave including bank holidays, plus: An additional day off for your birthday Extra holiday for every 3 years of service Enhanced workplace pension scheme (NEST). Access to employee loan scheme and staff discounts after probation. Salary sacrifice options for Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work schemes. Potential for discretionary bonus. To apply to this Principal Planning Consultant role, please forward your up to date CV to Ashley Johnson at Conrad Consulting. Alternatively, contact Ashley on (phone number removed) to discuss further.
Berrys At Berrys, we are all about land and property. Working from four offices across the Midlands, we offer an array of services - planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy - to help our clients make the most of their assets. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary development team made up of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. You will be part of a business which is big enough for a varied range of work and opportunities. However, it is small enough to provide autonomy and a chance to really get to know everyone expanding your skills and building new connections. A strategic requirement to create growth has arisen within the Kettering office. This role would benefit from an individual who is experienced in creating growth and establishing a presence in the Planning, Architecture and Building Surveying space. The successful candidate would have a track record of growing teams, creating brand awareness and establishing strong networks and relationships Operational Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Be the internal figurehead of our planning and development offer within the Kettering offices and be the go-to for technical expertise. Be experienced and comfortable delivering planning consultancy work in several different sectors and services. This should include general planning advice as well as strategic planning advice. Whilst the role will have a strategic focus, it is expected that candidates also deliver on their delivery obligations, working alongside the team to coordinate and prepare planning applications, provide expert advice to clients and have experience in dealing with post-planning negotiations and appeal work. Have a strong understanding of the entire development process, particularly post-planning work such as technical design, procurement and our construction-phase services. Demonstrate strong project management skills by coordinating teams both internally and externally, identifying the correct delivery team, manage client risks and project programmes. Offer support to other members of the team and help to grow and develop their knowledge and understand of planning and the wider development offer. Demonstrate a strong understanding of the financial requirements of our business and shape the way the team works to increase efficiency, productivity and profitability. Strategic Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Quickly gain a strong understanding of the business model, our various service offerings, and critically how they work together to create a unique offer to our clients. Demonstrate the ability to cross-sell other services such as Land Promotion, Agency and Valuation. Utilise a track record of marketing, business development and brand awareness to demonstrably grow our development offer within Northamptonshire. Create a strong network of developers, landowners, promoters and agents within the area and begin to increase the baseline of planning and development instructions. Utilise existing connections and relationships to increase the level and quality of our instructions within Kettering both for the planning and development function and, where possible, the wider service offers within the business. Gain an intimate understanding of our planning offer, the opportunities and weaknesses that we currently face and implement a plan to diversify. This should include both the types of development work we do as well as the markets we operate in. Person Specification - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Excellent people management and team-building skills Ability to set technical vision and strategy Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities Strategic thinker with attention to detail Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change Passion for innovation and continuous improvement Relevant qualifications to support the role (MRTPI) Full, clean UK driving licence essential due to regular travel between sites and client meetings Hours: 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly Monday-Friday in line with our Agile Working Philosophy. Benefits - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: The role sits within a friendly and supportive team with opportunities to develop. We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience We will pay all the appropriate professional memberships and fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all via BUPA We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab We have an agile working philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday We also give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service Potential for discretionary bonus We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through The National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services We offer salary sacrifice schemes for Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work schemes Closing Date: 11th March 2026 Please note that we may close this role early, if sufficient applications are received, therefore it is recommended to apply early if you match the criteria.
11/02/2026
Full time
Berrys At Berrys, we are all about land and property. Working from four offices across the Midlands, we offer an array of services - planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy - to help our clients make the most of their assets. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary development team made up of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. You will be part of a business which is big enough for a varied range of work and opportunities. However, it is small enough to provide autonomy and a chance to really get to know everyone expanding your skills and building new connections. A strategic requirement to create growth has arisen within the Kettering office. This role would benefit from an individual who is experienced in creating growth and establishing a presence in the Planning, Architecture and Building Surveying space. The successful candidate would have a track record of growing teams, creating brand awareness and establishing strong networks and relationships Operational Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Be the internal figurehead of our planning and development offer within the Kettering offices and be the go-to for technical expertise. Be experienced and comfortable delivering planning consultancy work in several different sectors and services. This should include general planning advice as well as strategic planning advice. Whilst the role will have a strategic focus, it is expected that candidates also deliver on their delivery obligations, working alongside the team to coordinate and prepare planning applications, provide expert advice to clients and have experience in dealing with post-planning negotiations and appeal work. Have a strong understanding of the entire development process, particularly post-planning work such as technical design, procurement and our construction-phase services. Demonstrate strong project management skills by coordinating teams both internally and externally, identifying the correct delivery team, manage client risks and project programmes. Offer support to other members of the team and help to grow and develop their knowledge and understand of planning and the wider development offer. Demonstrate a strong understanding of the financial requirements of our business and shape the way the team works to increase efficiency, productivity and profitability. Strategic Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Quickly gain a strong understanding of the business model, our various service offerings, and critically how they work together to create a unique offer to our clients. Demonstrate the ability to cross-sell other services such as Land Promotion, Agency and Valuation. Utilise a track record of marketing, business development and brand awareness to demonstrably grow our development offer within Northamptonshire. Create a strong network of developers, landowners, promoters and agents within the area and begin to increase the baseline of planning and development instructions. Utilise existing connections and relationships to increase the level and quality of our instructions within Kettering both for the planning and development function and, where possible, the wider service offers within the business. Gain an intimate understanding of our planning offer, the opportunities and weaknesses that we currently face and implement a plan to diversify. This should include both the types of development work we do as well as the markets we operate in. Person Specification - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Excellent people management and team-building skills Ability to set technical vision and strategy Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities Strategic thinker with attention to detail Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change Passion for innovation and continuous improvement Relevant qualifications to support the role (MRTPI) Full, clean UK driving licence essential due to regular travel between sites and client meetings Hours: 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly Monday-Friday in line with our Agile Working Philosophy. Benefits - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: The role sits within a friendly and supportive team with opportunities to develop. We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience We will pay all the appropriate professional memberships and fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all via BUPA We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab We have an agile working philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday We also give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service Potential for discretionary bonus We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through The National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services We offer salary sacrifice schemes for Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work schemes Closing Date: 11th March 2026 Please note that we may close this role early, if sufficient applications are received, therefore it is recommended to apply early if you match the criteria.
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
15/09/2022
Permanent
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
Construction Jobs
Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer. Their HQ is located near Swindon, although this is a hybrid role with working from home arrangements permitted.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunnelling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
15/09/2022
Permanent
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer. Their HQ is located near Swindon, although this is a hybrid role with working from home arrangements permitted.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunnelling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer to work out of their Head Office in Hertfordshire.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunneling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
15/09/2022
Permanent
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer to work out of their Head Office in Hertfordshire.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunneling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
With the continued expansion of our award winning technical services company, Sudlows, who work throughout the UK, have a growing portfolio of projects and have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our successful business.
We have over 200 staff and have achieved recent growth with ongoing expansion plans. Sudlows are keen to recruit candidates who will be part of this ambition. We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in our workforce.
Role purpose
Working as a senior member of the commercial department and acting as a key pivotal role to the project team you will be required to manage the full cost control elements of a project, including planning, change management, forecasting and WIP reporting. Management of forecasting is essential and requires dedicated control of the monthly valuations upstream, to the client, and downstream to the sub-contractors and suppliers. As a senior member of the team you will be required to support the pre-construction team including contract wording reviews, feasibility studies and cost benefit analysis. Writing reports and preparing documents (plans, contracts, budgets etc), dealing with risk analysis evaluations and dispute resolution.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
* General Pre & Post Construction management.
* Contract reviews upstream with the client
* Management, control of project contributions and effective monthly monitoring and analysis.
* Scope analysis of sub-contract packages including CDP reviews
* Cost / budget / margin project projections & management
* WIP reporting, including cash flow forecasting
* Profit Improvement Plans and Risk Management
* Client billing negotiations & justifications
* Management of change both internal & external ensuring contractual compliance.
* Sub-contractor/partner appointments & price work negotiations
* Management of all purchase orders & invoices for suppliers
* Management of Contract Master & Contract Costing systems
* Customer engagement and Business Development
Planning and Organising:
* Good forward thinker and planner
* Able to perform consistently under pressure, and meet deadline
* Ability to prioritise work and deliver to tight deadlines for the department and team
* Contributes to day-to-day smooth running of the department
* Exercise straightforward technical or professional judgement using Company values, policy and procedures to guide actions and decisions
Working with People:
* Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of clients.
* Understand how to encourage and influence people to get the best from them.
* Help mentor the junior members of the team and encourage development form within.
* Understand the needs of others and able to respond accordingly.
* Approachable team player who can communicate at different levels and situations and influence people.
Experience
* Working with various construction contracts such as NEC3/4, JCT design and build, bespoke contracts
* 5year+ working as Senior QS role
* Experience of working as a principal contractor
* Experience of working in a multi-discipline team and projects
* Experience of working on large multi-million-pound projects
* Proven track record of delivering successful commercial performance.
Qualifications:
Minimum of HNC/HND level of education
Dedicated QS qualification
CSCS Card
QS Professional Membership
H&S Qualification desirable
15/09/2022
Permanent
With the continued expansion of our award winning technical services company, Sudlows, who work throughout the UK, have a growing portfolio of projects and have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our successful business.
We have over 200 staff and have achieved recent growth with ongoing expansion plans. Sudlows are keen to recruit candidates who will be part of this ambition. We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in our workforce.
Role purpose
Working as a senior member of the commercial department and acting as a key pivotal role to the project team you will be required to manage the full cost control elements of a project, including planning, change management, forecasting and WIP reporting. Management of forecasting is essential and requires dedicated control of the monthly valuations upstream, to the client, and downstream to the sub-contractors and suppliers. As a senior member of the team you will be required to support the pre-construction team including contract wording reviews, feasibility studies and cost benefit analysis. Writing reports and preparing documents (plans, contracts, budgets etc), dealing with risk analysis evaluations and dispute resolution.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
* General Pre & Post Construction management.
* Contract reviews upstream with the client
* Management, control of project contributions and effective monthly monitoring and analysis.
* Scope analysis of sub-contract packages including CDP reviews
* Cost / budget / margin project projections & management
* WIP reporting, including cash flow forecasting
* Profit Improvement Plans and Risk Management
* Client billing negotiations & justifications
* Management of change both internal & external ensuring contractual compliance.
* Sub-contractor/partner appointments & price work negotiations
* Management of all purchase orders & invoices for suppliers
* Management of Contract Master & Contract Costing systems
* Customer engagement and Business Development
Planning and Organising:
* Good forward thinker and planner
* Able to perform consistently under pressure, and meet deadline
* Ability to prioritise work and deliver to tight deadlines for the department and team
* Contributes to day-to-day smooth running of the department
* Exercise straightforward technical or professional judgement using Company values, policy and procedures to guide actions and decisions
Working with People:
* Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of clients.
* Understand how to encourage and influence people to get the best from them.
* Help mentor the junior members of the team and encourage development form within.
* Understand the needs of others and able to respond accordingly.
* Approachable team player who can communicate at different levels and situations and influence people.
Experience
* Working with various construction contracts such as NEC3/4, JCT design and build, bespoke contracts
* 5year+ working as Senior QS role
* Experience of working as a principal contractor
* Experience of working in a multi-discipline team and projects
* Experience of working on large multi-million-pound projects
* Proven track record of delivering successful commercial performance.
Qualifications:
Minimum of HNC/HND level of education
Dedicated QS qualification
CSCS Card
QS Professional Membership
H&S Qualification desirable
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
15/09/2022
Permanent
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
Construction Jobs
Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer. Their HQ is located near Swindon, although this is a hybrid role with working from home arrangements permitted.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunnelling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
15/09/2022
Permanent
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer. Their HQ is located near Swindon, although this is a hybrid role with working from home arrangements permitted.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunnelling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer to work out of their Head Office in Hertfordshire.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunneling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
15/09/2022
Permanent
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer to work out of their Head Office in Hertfordshire.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunneling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
With the continued expansion of our award winning technical services company, Sudlows, who work throughout the UK, have a growing portfolio of projects and have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our successful business.
We have over 200 staff and have achieved recent growth with ongoing expansion plans. Sudlows are keen to recruit candidates who will be part of this ambition. We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in our workforce.
Role purpose
Working as a senior member of the commercial department and acting as a key pivotal role to the project team you will be required to manage the full cost control elements of a project, including planning, change management, forecasting and WIP reporting. Management of forecasting is essential and requires dedicated control of the monthly valuations upstream, to the client, and downstream to the sub-contractors and suppliers. As a senior member of the team you will be required to support the pre-construction team including contract wording reviews, feasibility studies and cost benefit analysis. Writing reports and preparing documents (plans, contracts, budgets etc), dealing with risk analysis evaluations and dispute resolution.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
* General Pre & Post Construction management.
* Contract reviews upstream with the client
* Management, control of project contributions and effective monthly monitoring and analysis.
* Scope analysis of sub-contract packages including CDP reviews
* Cost / budget / margin project projections & management
* WIP reporting, including cash flow forecasting
* Profit Improvement Plans and Risk Management
* Client billing negotiations & justifications
* Management of change both internal & external ensuring contractual compliance.
* Sub-contractor/partner appointments & price work negotiations
* Management of all purchase orders & invoices for suppliers
* Management of Contract Master & Contract Costing systems
* Customer engagement and Business Development
Planning and Organising:
* Good forward thinker and planner
* Able to perform consistently under pressure, and meet deadline
* Ability to prioritise work and deliver to tight deadlines for the department and team
* Contributes to day-to-day smooth running of the department
* Exercise straightforward technical or professional judgement using Company values, policy and procedures to guide actions and decisions
Working with People:
* Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of clients.
* Understand how to encourage and influence people to get the best from them.
* Help mentor the junior members of the team and encourage development form within.
* Understand the needs of others and able to respond accordingly.
* Approachable team player who can communicate at different levels and situations and influence people.
Experience
* Working with various construction contracts such as NEC3/4, JCT design and build, bespoke contracts
* 5year+ working as Senior QS role
* Experience of working as a principal contractor
* Experience of working in a multi-discipline team and projects
* Experience of working on large multi-million-pound projects
* Proven track record of delivering successful commercial performance.
Qualifications:
Minimum of HNC/HND level of education
Dedicated QS qualification
CSCS Card
QS Professional Membership
H&S Qualification desirable
15/09/2022
Permanent
With the continued expansion of our award winning technical services company, Sudlows, who work throughout the UK, have a growing portfolio of projects and have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our successful business.
We have over 200 staff and have achieved recent growth with ongoing expansion plans. Sudlows are keen to recruit candidates who will be part of this ambition. We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in our workforce.
Role purpose
Working as a senior member of the commercial department and acting as a key pivotal role to the project team you will be required to manage the full cost control elements of a project, including planning, change management, forecasting and WIP reporting. Management of forecasting is essential and requires dedicated control of the monthly valuations upstream, to the client, and downstream to the sub-contractors and suppliers. As a senior member of the team you will be required to support the pre-construction team including contract wording reviews, feasibility studies and cost benefit analysis. Writing reports and preparing documents (plans, contracts, budgets etc), dealing with risk analysis evaluations and dispute resolution.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
* General Pre & Post Construction management.
* Contract reviews upstream with the client
* Management, control of project contributions and effective monthly monitoring and analysis.
* Scope analysis of sub-contract packages including CDP reviews
* Cost / budget / margin project projections & management
* WIP reporting, including cash flow forecasting
* Profit Improvement Plans and Risk Management
* Client billing negotiations & justifications
* Management of change both internal & external ensuring contractual compliance.
* Sub-contractor/partner appointments & price work negotiations
* Management of all purchase orders & invoices for suppliers
* Management of Contract Master & Contract Costing systems
* Customer engagement and Business Development
Planning and Organising:
* Good forward thinker and planner
* Able to perform consistently under pressure, and meet deadline
* Ability to prioritise work and deliver to tight deadlines for the department and team
* Contributes to day-to-day smooth running of the department
* Exercise straightforward technical or professional judgement using Company values, policy and procedures to guide actions and decisions
Working with People:
* Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of clients.
* Understand how to encourage and influence people to get the best from them.
* Help mentor the junior members of the team and encourage development form within.
* Understand the needs of others and able to respond accordingly.
* Approachable team player who can communicate at different levels and situations and influence people.
Experience
* Working with various construction contracts such as NEC3/4, JCT design and build, bespoke contracts
* 5year+ working as Senior QS role
* Experience of working as a principal contractor
* Experience of working in a multi-discipline team and projects
* Experience of working on large multi-million-pound projects
* Proven track record of delivering successful commercial performance.
Qualifications:
Minimum of HNC/HND level of education
Dedicated QS qualification
CSCS Card
QS Professional Membership
H&S Qualification desirable
Construction Jobs
TS1, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
Our client is one of the UK’s specialist civil engineering contractors.
As a result of a £165 million design and build award they are now looking to recruit a Senior Planning Engineer to join a unique project in Teeside.
Ideally you will have progressed from site based engineering into planning and both a civils and/or an M&E background will be considered.
About The Opportunity
This work involves specialist capabilities including the design & build of structural steelwork, cladding, piling and material handling equipment/ conveyors. The overall project value will be circa £165 million.
As a Senior Planning Engineer, you will be working collaboratively with both the Internal and external Design and Procurement teams to implement robust pre-construction programmes. You will also develop and lead the construction programme development interacting with all Group companies to help deliver amazing environments whilst being responsible for mentoring, coaching and managing others
The planning function is key to the success of a project - planning and sequencing the permanent works, logistics and temporary works phasing, engaging their project teams in BIM and leading the industry in planning world class projects.
Responsibilities include;
Pre Contract Planning & Work Winning
Commercial acumen
Digital Engineering / BIM
Engineering – knowledge of engineering principles and temporary works
Managing and leading others
Engaging with design and procurement teams
Understanding consents and approvals required
The individual
You will have robust Engineering (site-based) experience, preferably at Project Engineer/Project Manager level on large multi-disciplinary projects, ideally within a main contractor or principal contractor environment.
Demonstrable Design and Build experience as well as planning experience. You will also have sound knowledge of construction methodologies and understand sequencing of works with an eye for detail and working collaboratively
27/10/2020
Permanent
Our client is one of the UK’s specialist civil engineering contractors.
As a result of a £165 million design and build award they are now looking to recruit a Senior Planning Engineer to join a unique project in Teeside.
Ideally you will have progressed from site based engineering into planning and both a civils and/or an M&E background will be considered.
About The Opportunity
This work involves specialist capabilities including the design & build of structural steelwork, cladding, piling and material handling equipment/ conveyors. The overall project value will be circa £165 million.
As a Senior Planning Engineer, you will be working collaboratively with both the Internal and external Design and Procurement teams to implement robust pre-construction programmes. You will also develop and lead the construction programme development interacting with all Group companies to help deliver amazing environments whilst being responsible for mentoring, coaching and managing others
The planning function is key to the success of a project - planning and sequencing the permanent works, logistics and temporary works phasing, engaging their project teams in BIM and leading the industry in planning world class projects.
Responsibilities include;
Pre Contract Planning & Work Winning
Commercial acumen
Digital Engineering / BIM
Engineering – knowledge of engineering principles and temporary works
Managing and leading others
Engaging with design and procurement teams
Understanding consents and approvals required
The individual
You will have robust Engineering (site-based) experience, preferably at Project Engineer/Project Manager level on large multi-disciplinary projects, ideally within a main contractor or principal contractor environment.
Demonstrable Design and Build experience as well as planning experience. You will also have sound knowledge of construction methodologies and understand sequencing of works with an eye for detail and working collaboratively
Job Title: Planner
The Company
My Client is a principal contracting company who undertake Construction Design & Build projects with the housing sector
They are seeking an experienced Planner with a background construction D&B projects to work as part of the delivery team out of the Liverpool office.
The Planner will be confident in independently writing programs for housing projects in the Construction Sector from blank page. Programs will predominantly will be involved through to delivery however there may be some pre-tender work for smaller additional projects on the framework.
The Role
As Planner you will work as part of the Pre-Construction and delivery teams. You will be responsible for.
* Independently producing plans and schedules to assist with delivery processes, proposals and tenders.
* Providing planning support on Primavera P6 to project managers.
* Challenge the delivery teams on timescales, theories & methods.
* Monitor and adhere to contractual agreements.
* Work closely with the Project Management and Site Teams.
* Visit sites where appropriate.
* Monitor and manage factors such as risk, progress, timescales and cost.
* Liaise with clients, project management teams, suppliers and stakeholders.
The Candidate
The ideal Senior Planner will:
* Be competent and work independently on P6 or Asta
* Understand project and contractual constraints within the construction industry.
* Understand limitation of large construction sites.
* Strong management and verbal communication skills.
* Ideally having worked through the Construction industry
To Apply, please click on the apply button or contact Chris Botham at Rain Consultancy Group directly.
Please note that we anticipate to receive a high level of applicants so we are not always able to communicate the outcome to every candidate. If you do not receive a call from us within 48 hours then you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. All applications are treated confidentially we will not pass your CV on to a third party without your prior consent
23/07/2020
Permanent
Job Title: Planner
The Company
My Client is a principal contracting company who undertake Construction Design & Build projects with the housing sector
They are seeking an experienced Planner with a background construction D&B projects to work as part of the delivery team out of the Liverpool office.
The Planner will be confident in independently writing programs for housing projects in the Construction Sector from blank page. Programs will predominantly will be involved through to delivery however there may be some pre-tender work for smaller additional projects on the framework.
The Role
As Planner you will work as part of the Pre-Construction and delivery teams. You will be responsible for.
* Independently producing plans and schedules to assist with delivery processes, proposals and tenders.
* Providing planning support on Primavera P6 to project managers.
* Challenge the delivery teams on timescales, theories & methods.
* Monitor and adhere to contractual agreements.
* Work closely with the Project Management and Site Teams.
* Visit sites where appropriate.
* Monitor and manage factors such as risk, progress, timescales and cost.
* Liaise with clients, project management teams, suppliers and stakeholders.
The Candidate
The ideal Senior Planner will:
* Be competent and work independently on P6 or Asta
* Understand project and contractual constraints within the construction industry.
* Understand limitation of large construction sites.
* Strong management and verbal communication skills.
* Ideally having worked through the Construction industry
To Apply, please click on the apply button or contact Chris Botham at Rain Consultancy Group directly.
Please note that we anticipate to receive a high level of applicants so we are not always able to communicate the outcome to every candidate. If you do not receive a call from us within 48 hours then you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. All applications are treated confidentially we will not pass your CV on to a third party without your prior consent
Senior Planner - £50k to £55k
Construction, HVAC, Mechanical and Electrical
Greater Manchester / Lancashire
My client works with world-leading organisations in the pharmaceutical, life science and healthcare sectors to create cutting-edge cleanrooms, laboratories and other sophisticated environments. Their specialist services encompass consultancy, design, construction, commissioning and validation.
Responsibilities
Although your role described here is based on supporting a Project Manager, dependant on the size, nature and complexity of the project you may also be required to manage certain elements of the project independently.
Project Control
Liaise with relevant members of the project team to discuss and agree programme requirements.
Ensure design deliverables are structured to meet the construction demands
Preparation of tender, design, construction & commissioning programmes
Monitoring/reporting progress, highlighting any inefficiencies
Forecast problems as early as possible enabling corrective action to be taken
Maintain clear communication lines between all parties to meet programme deadlines
Prepare earned value analysis (EVA) & S curve reports
Ensure all project key deliverables/milestones are achievable.Procurement
Preparation of tender programmes to ensure supplier/sub contractor deliverables are met
Agree working arrangements with all key service providers
Produce procurement schedules.
Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure timeframes are maintained.
Agree procurement timeframes with the Project Team and actively monitor.
Site Matters
Visit site regularly to monitor progress
Attend site meetings with the client and site teams
Preparation of programme project reports
Preparation of look ahead reports to focus site teams
Ensure clear communication of programme activities to site personnel
You will be responsible for producing 'close out' programs at the end of a project to ensure timely handover to the Client. This will include the timescales for production of all Handover documentation and certification from third party commissioning activities.
Experience Required
Minimum HNC qualified in Building Services or Building Studies.
Fully conversant with MS Project 2003 & 2007 and an appreciation of Suretrak / Primavera software would also be beneficial
Have an appreciation of design principals to ensure smooth transition into construction activities
Experienced in carrying out and reporting Earned Value Analysis.
Experienced in the pharmaceutical and healthcare markets is preferred particularly in the construction of laboratories and clean-rooms.
Working knowledge of company safety and quality procedures.
IT literate and conversant with Microsoft Office and Outlook.
Experienced in the delivery of full turnkey projects
14/07/2020
Permanent
Senior Planner - £50k to £55k
Construction, HVAC, Mechanical and Electrical
Greater Manchester / Lancashire
My client works with world-leading organisations in the pharmaceutical, life science and healthcare sectors to create cutting-edge cleanrooms, laboratories and other sophisticated environments. Their specialist services encompass consultancy, design, construction, commissioning and validation.
Responsibilities
Although your role described here is based on supporting a Project Manager, dependant on the size, nature and complexity of the project you may also be required to manage certain elements of the project independently.
Project Control
Liaise with relevant members of the project team to discuss and agree programme requirements.
Ensure design deliverables are structured to meet the construction demands
Preparation of tender, design, construction & commissioning programmes
Monitoring/reporting progress, highlighting any inefficiencies
Forecast problems as early as possible enabling corrective action to be taken
Maintain clear communication lines between all parties to meet programme deadlines
Prepare earned value analysis (EVA) & S curve reports
Ensure all project key deliverables/milestones are achievable.Procurement
Preparation of tender programmes to ensure supplier/sub contractor deliverables are met
Agree working arrangements with all key service providers
Produce procurement schedules.
Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure timeframes are maintained.
Agree procurement timeframes with the Project Team and actively monitor.
Site Matters
Visit site regularly to monitor progress
Attend site meetings with the client and site teams
Preparation of programme project reports
Preparation of look ahead reports to focus site teams
Ensure clear communication of programme activities to site personnel
You will be responsible for producing 'close out' programs at the end of a project to ensure timely handover to the Client. This will include the timescales for production of all Handover documentation and certification from third party commissioning activities.
Experience Required
Minimum HNC qualified in Building Services or Building Studies.
Fully conversant with MS Project 2003 & 2007 and an appreciation of Suretrak / Primavera software would also be beneficial
Have an appreciation of design principals to ensure smooth transition into construction activities
Experienced in carrying out and reporting Earned Value Analysis.
Experienced in the pharmaceutical and healthcare markets is preferred particularly in the construction of laboratories and clean-rooms.
Working knowledge of company safety and quality procedures.
IT literate and conversant with Microsoft Office and Outlook.
Experienced in the delivery of full turnkey projects
JS247 –Senior Planning Engineer
Location: West London
Salary: £ 65,000 - £75,000 + Car/Allowance + Benefits
First Military Executive Recruitment is working closely with an established business who are looking to strengthen their team on a rolling project in West London.
The successful candidate will join a leading main contractor who have an unrivalled reputation for their expertise and professional approach to delivering technically challenging projects.
The Senior Planner sets out, monitors, maintains and updates the project schedule in coordination with all stakeholders of the project. The Senior Planner provides information to the Project Management and Design Management teams on project progress including critical path and project milestones.
Our client encourages applications from former service personnel, but all qualified candidates will be considered.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Ability to develop detail within an existing programme and can coach others
Ability of update and monitor progress within the working programme and can coach others
Ability of introducing change into a programme.
Ability to resource and cost load programmes.
Have an understanding of the introduction & evaluation of risk in programmes
Using appropriate methods to check programme robustness.
Ability to provide routine and one-off programme outputs.
Tender Specific Planning skills
Assimilate and interpret information from tender documentation.
Contribute to bid winning strategy
Develop programme structure and content independently working with bid team.
Ensure communication & transfer of knowledge post award.
Contribute to tender written submission.
Develop & maintain effective working relationships
Gather and monitor information for both progress and feedback and can coach others
Ability to produce and communicate programme information in a variety of forms
Skills & experience :
Demonstrable, broad understanding and working knowledge of construction methods and outputs.
Proven understanding of commercial and contractual requirements and awareness of change
Proven skills in planning software, principally P6, and can coach others.
Thorough experience and understanding of programming techniques.
Give advice and support on short term programmes to construction teams.
Understand how to make an analytical assessment of programmes.
Ability to evaluate supply chain programmes.
Understand and comply with business processes and systems.
Ability to work to defined timescales.
Establish and maintain Internal and External Project Controls reporting.
Location: West London
Salary: £ 65,000 - £75,000 + Car/Allowance + Benefits
07/07/2020
Permanent
JS247 –Senior Planning Engineer
Location: West London
Salary: £ 65,000 - £75,000 + Car/Allowance + Benefits
First Military Executive Recruitment is working closely with an established business who are looking to strengthen their team on a rolling project in West London.
The successful candidate will join a leading main contractor who have an unrivalled reputation for their expertise and professional approach to delivering technically challenging projects.
The Senior Planner sets out, monitors, maintains and updates the project schedule in coordination with all stakeholders of the project. The Senior Planner provides information to the Project Management and Design Management teams on project progress including critical path and project milestones.
Our client encourages applications from former service personnel, but all qualified candidates will be considered.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Ability to develop detail within an existing programme and can coach others
Ability of update and monitor progress within the working programme and can coach others
Ability of introducing change into a programme.
Ability to resource and cost load programmes.
Have an understanding of the introduction & evaluation of risk in programmes
Using appropriate methods to check programme robustness.
Ability to provide routine and one-off programme outputs.
Tender Specific Planning skills
Assimilate and interpret information from tender documentation.
Contribute to bid winning strategy
Develop programme structure and content independently working with bid team.
Ensure communication & transfer of knowledge post award.
Contribute to tender written submission.
Develop & maintain effective working relationships
Gather and monitor information for both progress and feedback and can coach others
Ability to produce and communicate programme information in a variety of forms
Skills & experience :
Demonstrable, broad understanding and working knowledge of construction methods and outputs.
Proven understanding of commercial and contractual requirements and awareness of change
Proven skills in planning software, principally P6, and can coach others.
Thorough experience and understanding of programming techniques.
Give advice and support on short term programmes to construction teams.
Understand how to make an analytical assessment of programmes.
Ability to evaluate supply chain programmes.
Understand and comply with business processes and systems.
Ability to work to defined timescales.
Establish and maintain Internal and External Project Controls reporting.
Location: West London
Salary: £ 65,000 - £75,000 + Car/Allowance + Benefits
The Brief
Build Recruitment are partnering with Pyramid Plus as their exclusive recruitment partner to enable them to deliver their electrical testing program and works arising from Fire Risk Assessments (“FRA works”) from 1st June 2020.
The Company
Pyramid Plus are Joint Venture Partnerships between A2Dominion and MPS Housng (Pyramid Plus South) and Breyer Group (Pyramid Plus London) providing repairs and maintenance, compliance and planned replacements.
Pyramid Plus successfully complete over 60,000 repairs, 1,750 voids and 600 Kitchens & Bathrooms annually to 37,000 homes. The homes are located across a large geographic area including London, Oxford, Portsmouth, Southampton and parts of Kent. Pyramid Plus are now growing this portfolio of works on securing the electrical testing and FRA compliance programs. With some further project opportunities to tender for in the coming months there are exciting times ahead as they continue to grow!
The Job
To effectively and efficiently lead, manage and control the operative workforce across the Electrical testing contract
Managing a team of Operatives to ensure correct workflows are followed demonstrating efficiency and value for money delivery
Work closely with the Contract (Compliance) Manager as well as the client’s management team together with tenant representatives to take overall responsibility in ensuring the delivery of both operational and service improvement objectives
Manage and arrange orders for deliveries
Positively influence the results and performance of the business
Ensure service compliancy targets are met, alongside the Contracts (Compliance) Manager
Main Objectives
Challenge and action productivity, performance and instigate improvement
To work with both client and customers to support the team to ensure that clean information is available and entered accurately onto the database
Fully utilise IT & communication systems as well as MS Office to undertake tasks to the highest standards
Liaise with planners ensure that jobs are allocated effectively and efficiently
To communicate with the supply chain, trade suppliers, directly employed operatives and subcontractors, instructing works where necessary, providing challenge where appropriate
To present a professional manner to represent the business to the client and customers
To provide detailed reports on contractual work streams, data analysis and implementation of improvement plans
Ensure process compliance by the DLO
Manage the associated workforce within the contract to ensure quality and productivity are always at the highest possible levels and that the workforce are motivated, developed and carry out their roles as defined in their job descriptions
Manage, respond to, and analyse complaints, develop and implement improvements that will reduce volume and pattern of complaints and improve quality of service. Undertake investigations, collect and present evidence as required
Induct all operatives into the team ensuring adherence to Group policies and procedures
Ensure QHSE policies and procedures are implemented and monitored, working closely with and seeking guidance from the QHSE team as appropriate regarding ongoing policies and initiatives
To ensure risk assessments are completed and maintained
Carry out regular Toolbox talks for Health and Safety, Quality and process improvement
Ensure company vehicles are inspected regularly and are clean, maintained and road worthy
Maintain and update the operatives’ skill matrix, and provide information to up-skill workforce
Ensure HR policies and procedures are implemented and monitored, working closely with and seeking guidance from the HR team as appropriate regarding on-going policies and initiatives
Carry out annual appraisals to operational staff
Carry out HR investigations and disciplinaries where necessary in line with Group policies and procedures
Carry out back to work interviews following periods of absence from operatives
Be first contact for operatives when arranging annual leave and liaise with planners
To liaise with clients and their representatives to ensure their requirements are understood and all contract requirements met
To operate in a confidential and professional manner
To comply in all regards with the company’s objectives in relation to quality assurance, procedures and systems
To assist in the identification, development and implementation of innovative solutions for the business
Assist with the development of Construction Phase Health and Safety Plans, and to ensure that it is approved by the Principal Designer acting on behalf of our client
To ensure that all accidents/incidents are reported in line with our policies and where required to the HSE, and carry out accident/incident investigations in order to prevent re-occurrence of similar accidents
Ensure all operatives are abiding by the employee handbook and vehicle policy
Regularly travel to and participate in site, project team, customer forum and evening meetings, as required
Support with the organisation and management of the Out of Hours call rota and participate if required
Essential Qualifications and Knowledge:
A minimum of four GCSE’s grade A-C (or equivalent); must include Maths and English
18th Edition NICEIC
City & GuildsTest & Inspect
Full UK driving licence
An appreciation for safety in the workplace
An appreciation for equality and diversity in the workplace
Timeline - expected starts in June / July
Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer
08/06/2020
Permanent
The Brief
Build Recruitment are partnering with Pyramid Plus as their exclusive recruitment partner to enable them to deliver their electrical testing program and works arising from Fire Risk Assessments (“FRA works”) from 1st June 2020.
The Company
Pyramid Plus are Joint Venture Partnerships between A2Dominion and MPS Housng (Pyramid Plus South) and Breyer Group (Pyramid Plus London) providing repairs and maintenance, compliance and planned replacements.
Pyramid Plus successfully complete over 60,000 repairs, 1,750 voids and 600 Kitchens & Bathrooms annually to 37,000 homes. The homes are located across a large geographic area including London, Oxford, Portsmouth, Southampton and parts of Kent. Pyramid Plus are now growing this portfolio of works on securing the electrical testing and FRA compliance programs. With some further project opportunities to tender for in the coming months there are exciting times ahead as they continue to grow!
The Job
To effectively and efficiently lead, manage and control the operative workforce across the Electrical testing contract
Managing a team of Operatives to ensure correct workflows are followed demonstrating efficiency and value for money delivery
Work closely with the Contract (Compliance) Manager as well as the client’s management team together with tenant representatives to take overall responsibility in ensuring the delivery of both operational and service improvement objectives
Manage and arrange orders for deliveries
Positively influence the results and performance of the business
Ensure service compliancy targets are met, alongside the Contracts (Compliance) Manager
Main Objectives
Challenge and action productivity, performance and instigate improvement
To work with both client and customers to support the team to ensure that clean information is available and entered accurately onto the database
Fully utilise IT & communication systems as well as MS Office to undertake tasks to the highest standards
Liaise with planners ensure that jobs are allocated effectively and efficiently
To communicate with the supply chain, trade suppliers, directly employed operatives and subcontractors, instructing works where necessary, providing challenge where appropriate
To present a professional manner to represent the business to the client and customers
To provide detailed reports on contractual work streams, data analysis and implementation of improvement plans
Ensure process compliance by the DLO
Manage the associated workforce within the contract to ensure quality and productivity are always at the highest possible levels and that the workforce are motivated, developed and carry out their roles as defined in their job descriptions
Manage, respond to, and analyse complaints, develop and implement improvements that will reduce volume and pattern of complaints and improve quality of service. Undertake investigations, collect and present evidence as required
Induct all operatives into the team ensuring adherence to Group policies and procedures
Ensure QHSE policies and procedures are implemented and monitored, working closely with and seeking guidance from the QHSE team as appropriate regarding ongoing policies and initiatives
To ensure risk assessments are completed and maintained
Carry out regular Toolbox talks for Health and Safety, Quality and process improvement
Ensure company vehicles are inspected regularly and are clean, maintained and road worthy
Maintain and update the operatives’ skill matrix, and provide information to up-skill workforce
Ensure HR policies and procedures are implemented and monitored, working closely with and seeking guidance from the HR team as appropriate regarding on-going policies and initiatives
Carry out annual appraisals to operational staff
Carry out HR investigations and disciplinaries where necessary in line with Group policies and procedures
Carry out back to work interviews following periods of absence from operatives
Be first contact for operatives when arranging annual leave and liaise with planners
To liaise with clients and their representatives to ensure their requirements are understood and all contract requirements met
To operate in a confidential and professional manner
To comply in all regards with the company’s objectives in relation to quality assurance, procedures and systems
To assist in the identification, development and implementation of innovative solutions for the business
Assist with the development of Construction Phase Health and Safety Plans, and to ensure that it is approved by the Principal Designer acting on behalf of our client
To ensure that all accidents/incidents are reported in line with our policies and where required to the HSE, and carry out accident/incident investigations in order to prevent re-occurrence of similar accidents
Ensure all operatives are abiding by the employee handbook and vehicle policy
Regularly travel to and participate in site, project team, customer forum and evening meetings, as required
Support with the organisation and management of the Out of Hours call rota and participate if required
Essential Qualifications and Knowledge:
A minimum of four GCSE’s grade A-C (or equivalent); must include Maths and English
18th Edition NICEIC
City & GuildsTest & Inspect
Full UK driving licence
An appreciation for safety in the workplace
An appreciation for equality and diversity in the workplace
Timeline - expected starts in June / July
Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer
Founded in 2009, this business is built on the expertise of their staff. Their skills, knowledge and experience gained across public and private sectors is essential. As a progressive, forward-thinking company, they deliver building and insurance solutions for the construction industry to link a project together:
Providing a professional, personal, practical service backed up by national coverage.
With a dedicated project manager and single point of contact, all clients benefit from invaluable local experience and relationships.
Their full-service approach adds value, reduces risk and minimises costs at all stages. Working with the general public, contractors, architects, planners and developers.
They have exciting opportunities for experienced Building Warranty Surveyors to support the area business working on a variety of residential, commercial and industrial projects.
Using your expertise, you will assist with the risk management on construction sites through:
Carrying out site inspections on allocated developments to ensure work is carried out in adherence to technical standards, building regulations and associated legislation.
Providing timely and accurate technical reports.
Maintaining good working relationships with builders and developers providing technical support.
Carrying out developer assessments on completion and recommend any improvements identified during course of construction.
Working with colleagues and management to ensure all technical standards are maintained in accordance with the Technical Manual.
You should be educated to HNC/HND level and be accredited (or actively working towards) RICS/CABE/CIOB status. Likely to have experience of the inspection of new builds, you will also need to demonstrate knowledge of relevant construction standards, ideally coupled with an understanding of general insurance principals.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and able to work autonomously, demonstrating effective time-management skills whilst taking responsibility for their own productivity.
In return, you willbe offered an opportunity to work with a genuine market leader on a range of challenging, exciting and varied projects in an environment that will test, support and reward you for your knowledge, experience and dedication.
Their industry-leading package includes generous remuneration, fully-funded car, company pension scheme, performance-related-pay, generous leave entitlement, flexible working arrangements, payment of professional subs and the full support of an employer that values you and your contribution.
30/11/2019
Full time
Founded in 2009, this business is built on the expertise of their staff. Their skills, knowledge and experience gained across public and private sectors is essential. As a progressive, forward-thinking company, they deliver building and insurance solutions for the construction industry to link a project together:
Providing a professional, personal, practical service backed up by national coverage.
With a dedicated project manager and single point of contact, all clients benefit from invaluable local experience and relationships.
Their full-service approach adds value, reduces risk and minimises costs at all stages. Working with the general public, contractors, architects, planners and developers.
They have exciting opportunities for experienced Building Warranty Surveyors to support the area business working on a variety of residential, commercial and industrial projects.
Using your expertise, you will assist with the risk management on construction sites through:
Carrying out site inspections on allocated developments to ensure work is carried out in adherence to technical standards, building regulations and associated legislation.
Providing timely and accurate technical reports.
Maintaining good working relationships with builders and developers providing technical support.
Carrying out developer assessments on completion and recommend any improvements identified during course of construction.
Working with colleagues and management to ensure all technical standards are maintained in accordance with the Technical Manual.
You should be educated to HNC/HND level and be accredited (or actively working towards) RICS/CABE/CIOB status. Likely to have experience of the inspection of new builds, you will also need to demonstrate knowledge of relevant construction standards, ideally coupled with an understanding of general insurance principals.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and able to work autonomously, demonstrating effective time-management skills whilst taking responsibility for their own productivity.
In return, you willbe offered an opportunity to work with a genuine market leader on a range of challenging, exciting and varied projects in an environment that will test, support and reward you for your knowledge, experience and dedication.
Their industry-leading package includes generous remuneration, fully-funded car, company pension scheme, performance-related-pay, generous leave entitlement, flexible working arrangements, payment of professional subs and the full support of an employer that values you and your contribution.
Vertical Recruitment Limited
Reading, Reading, Reading, UK
PURPOSE OF JOB
To take a lead role in the preparation and management of effective project planning and controls across a portfolio of projects, providing support to Project Managers and Project Engineers in the delivery of design and engineering services on behalf of my client.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
The preparation and development of effective project planning schedules and project controls using Primavera P6 and associated planning software
The preparation, development and maintenance of effective project reporting tools following established company processes and best practice.
Supporting Project Managers and Project Engineers in the delivery of projects to schedule by providing comprehensive information utilising a range of planning and reporting tools and techniques
Through effective communication assist Team Leaders with managing team performance and take necessary corrective action to ensure commitments made are delivered
Develop and maintain client relationships in order to obtain steady growth of planning services supplied directly to external clients
Ensure that the quality of the service provided is continuously being developed and improved
Apply procedures and systems to ensure the safety of staff, and others.
Any other reasonable duties as required
CONTEXT
The Planning Team provide top quality planning support to Project Managers, delivery teams and resource managers including comprehensive workloads forecasts to Directors. The team manages a portfolio of around 100 live projects at any one time.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Self-motivated team player. Able to work with the minimum of supervision. Pro-active problem solving
Primavera P6 Competent
Computer literate – specifically, Excel, Lotus notes, Microsoft Office packages
GCES’S including maths, English and IT as a minimum.
Experience of working within a client focused team would be advantageous
Willing to learn and gain as much knowledge of the planning processes as possible
Interest in engineering would be advantageous
Awareness of Engineering principles and standards, ideally in rail or civil engineering.
Awareness of Safety standards
Excellence in planning systems and software
Good commercial awareness including programming and delivery to Budget/ timescales
22/01/2017
PURPOSE OF JOB
To take a lead role in the preparation and management of effective project planning and controls across a portfolio of projects, providing support to Project Managers and Project Engineers in the delivery of design and engineering services on behalf of my client.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
The preparation and development of effective project planning schedules and project controls using Primavera P6 and associated planning software
The preparation, development and maintenance of effective project reporting tools following established company processes and best practice.
Supporting Project Managers and Project Engineers in the delivery of projects to schedule by providing comprehensive information utilising a range of planning and reporting tools and techniques
Through effective communication assist Team Leaders with managing team performance and take necessary corrective action to ensure commitments made are delivered
Develop and maintain client relationships in order to obtain steady growth of planning services supplied directly to external clients
Ensure that the quality of the service provided is continuously being developed and improved
Apply procedures and systems to ensure the safety of staff, and others.
Any other reasonable duties as required
CONTEXT
The Planning Team provide top quality planning support to Project Managers, delivery teams and resource managers including comprehensive workloads forecasts to Directors. The team manages a portfolio of around 100 live projects at any one time.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Self-motivated team player. Able to work with the minimum of supervision. Pro-active problem solving
Primavera P6 Competent
Computer literate – specifically, Excel, Lotus notes, Microsoft Office packages
GCES’S including maths, English and IT as a minimum.
Experience of working within a client focused team would be advantageous
Willing to learn and gain as much knowledge of the planning processes as possible
Interest in engineering would be advantageous
Awareness of Engineering principles and standards, ideally in rail or civil engineering.
Awareness of Safety standards
Excellence in planning systems and software
Good commercial awareness including programming and delivery to Budget/ timescales
