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VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We have a superb opportunity for a Senior Planner in the Northern Region of our Building Division. Location - Based out of our office in , with regular site visits and hybrid working available. A full UK driving licence is essential. As a Senior Planner in our Building Division, you'll play a pivotal role in both the Pre-Construction and Construction Delivery teams, driving the success of projects ranging from 1M to 100M in Commercial, Education, Industrial, Health & Life Sciences and Defence sectors Your strategic insight and technical know-how will ensure that every programme is robust, regularly monitored and updated to suit the needs of each project. What You'll Be Doing In this dynamic and influential role, you'll be at the heart of project planning, ensuring programmes are realistic, achievable, and aligned with client expectations. Your responsibilities will include: Develop and produce fully logic linked and integrated 'bid winning' tender programmes comprising the design, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning and handover strategies that are compliant with tender requirements, design and chosen methodology without assistance. Visiting sites regularly to provide hands-on planning support and resolve challenges. Monitoring progress and identifying risks early, ensuring proactive solutions are in place. Providing expert planning advice across multiple projects, influencing outcomes and driving excellence. About you This opportunity is ideal for an experienced planner who thrives in a fast-paced contractor environment and is passionate about delivering excellence. You'll stand out if you: Bring proven experience in construction planning within the main contracting sector. Have a strong track record of working on tenders and live projects valued between 1M and 100M. Are highly proficient in Asta Powerproject and ideally with experience with P6. Possess an understanding of JCT and NEC contract conditions and their impact on planning. Have a construction related qualification. Are a confident communicator and strategic thinker, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Planner / Senior Planner on behalf of a large civil engineering main contractor - specialising in the Water industry This reputable main contractor are growing and in need of a talented Planner / Programmer with proven technical capacity to join their regional team. This national main contractor has grown significantly over decades particularly in the civil engineering sector - on Highways & several Water frameworks. Plentiful opportunities within this company with progression routes, growth, staff development & strong pipelines of work across several frameworks. This role will mainly focus on the ongoing AMP8 Yorkshire Water framework - of which they are key partner on capital delivery / complex works. They are expecting a large upturn in workload running through to 2030 when it will be up for tender again. Typical projects are a combination of various Water Treatment Upgrades involving heavy civils & MEICA with values from 5m to 20m+. Please note: there will be a requirement for the successful Planner to be in the office sometimes. The role allows working from home as well along with site visits. Duties: Using Planning tools such as: Primavera or MS project (or similar). Preparing Tender programmes Reporting to senior management Starting from inception stage and taking the project through all stages such as investigation, bid, outline design, detailed design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover Programme control, project monitoring performance duties, whilst ensuring efficient delivery Overseeing the production of detailed programs that include timelines for drawings, tender documents, specifications etc. Ensure Subcontractors and Suppliers programmes are integrated on the overall project programmes Experience: Must have proven track record using P6 and MS Project software Must have experience working as Planner on Civil Engineering projects Beneficial to have experience working as Planner within Yorkshire Water or similar Water framework Ideally experience working on Water Treatment projects as PC On offer is an attractive salary up to 80,000 plus package. Package: vehicle/allowance, pension, annual leave, life assurance, healthcare, discretionary annual bonus and more perks & benefits. This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Planner / Senior Planner Location: Carlisle, Cumbria Type: Full-time, Permanent (contract opportunity) Sector: Civil Engineering I am open to speaking to candidates who are looking for a freelance role or permanent opportunity. Interviews before Christmas and start in January. The Opportunity Due to continued growth we are seeking an experienced Planner or Senior Planner to join our well-established building and civils team. This is an excellent opportunity to be involved from the very start of a significant project, working closely with the delivery team and having a strong presence on site. If you re a proactive, hands-on Project Planner who enjoys being embedded in the project environment, this role could be ideal for you. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed project programmes (Primavera P6 experience desirable) Collaborate with project delivery teams to ensure accurate, realistic planning Identify risks, delays, and opportunities, recommending effective mitigation measures Prepare progress updates, dashboards, and reports for stakeholders Maintain a strong site presence to engage with engineers and delivery teams Support project performance tracking, earned value analysis, and forecasting About You We re looking for a hands-on, proactive planner with experience across civil engineering sectors such as rail, highways, water, or structures . You will be: An experienced Planner or Senior Planner (not just a scheduler) Organised, detail-oriented, and an effective communicator at all levels Skilled in stakeholder engagement and confident presenting information clearly Comfortable working closely with project teams on site If you re interested, please click Apply Now or send your CV directly to (url removed) For an informal discussion, contact Emma Marshall on (phone number removed). Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

Our client, a multi disciplinary construction company is seeking to employ a Bid Manager to join their existing, successful Pre-Construction team taking a leading role in the Bid Process. The dynamic team works on bids for multi-disciplinary projects for a range of clients including works on ? Highways & Roads ? Under bridges, Overbridges & Footbridges ? Tunnels & Station Infrastructure ? Flood Alleviation & Repairs ? Earthworks & Embankments ? Lineside Civils, Cabling, Trough Routes & Telecoms As a Bid Manager, you'll be instrumental in leading and coordinating bid activities across the East & West business regions on multi disciplinary projects in Transport infrastructure oincluding but not limited to rail, aviation, highways, environment agency, canals and rivers, power and energy. You'll work closely with estimating, commercial, and operational teams to develop compelling, high-quality submissions that reflect our capabilities and align with client expectations. This role offers the opportunity to manage your own bids while supporting larger, strategic tenders alongside senior colleagues. You'll report to the Regional Senior Pre-Contracts Manager and contribute directly to our work-winning strategy and business growth. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage bid submissions from initial opportunity through to final submission Collaborate with Regional Directors and Pre-Contracts teams to identify and pursue new opportunities Coordinate and compile prequalification documents and tender responses Facilitate input from technical authors, estimators, planners, and delivery teams Write and edit technical and narrative content to ensure clarity, consistency, and impact Chair tender progress meetings and ensure deadlines are met Analyse client feedback and support continuous improvement in our bid approach Contribute to post-tender reviews and lessons learned Support the development and implementation of work-winning processes and tools About You We're looking for someone who brings a blend of technical understanding, commercial awareness, and strong communication skills. You'll ideally have: Proven experience in a bid management role within the rail or civil engineering infrastructure sectors A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships across teams Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills A good understanding of civil engineering principles and project delivery A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering (HNC/HND/Degree) A proactive mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure

Build the world you want to live in with a career in the infrastructure and energy sector. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Planner / Associate Planner with experience of Planning Act 2008 procedures to join our Infrastructure Consents team. The role would be based from our Leeds and we offer flexible working arrangements and encourage our team to balance quality time in our office hubs with working from home. Our experienced and fast-growing team is already delivering on Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) across various project sectors including rail, road, energy, high voltage transmission, business and commercial NSIPs. We have a strong forward workload of green energy projects which provides an opportunity to be developed at the forefront of progressing some of the most ambitious renewable energy initiatives in the UK. The Consents team has a proven track record of advising on a huge range of infrastructure projects across a wide spectrum of consent regimes including, but not limited to, DCOs, TWAOs, Section 36 projects and conventional TCPA projects. The team has managed and recently submitted four DCOs, a multi-billion-pound TWAO, and several smaller renewable TCPA applications, and we have more projects currently starting their NSIP journey. With members of our team being amongst few professionals in the UK industry to have delivered DCO consents from initial inception through to consent, our client is positioning itself as a leading provider of these services throughout the UK and across all sectors and is seeking ambitious professionals to join us in realising this ambition. You would be joining one of the country's fastest growing infrastructure teams working with some of the UK's largest infrastructure clients, including Network Rail, National Highways and National Grid, alongside the opportunity to work with industry leading renewable energy clients and investment companies, contributing to the national energy ambitions for clean energy. We offer a highly competitive salary package which includes a fantastic benefits package including a variety of flexible benefits allowing you to choose those that suit your personal circumstances including purchasing additional leave, health cash plans, cycle to work scheme and so on! In addition, we welcome applications from those seeking flexible or agile working arrangements and can be discussed at the application stage. What does it take to be successful? As a key member of our growing and ambitious team, you will be able to carve your own niche, contributing to the delivery of high-quality professional services to our existing clients, promoting our services to new clients and promoting our expertise to the market working with our marketing and business development teams, and colleagues within the business. This role would be ideal for a qualified planner or similarly qualified individual, with experience and knowledge of the NSIP and/or similar regimes, or with experience managing large and complex project teams. A willingness and ability to travel throughout the UK is an advantage, but flexibility and ensuring a healthy work/life balance is one of our key values. Your day-to-day role will comprise the delivery of excellent technical, fee-earning work for our clients alongside our land teams and project managers. You will also become involved in business promotion - for example networking events, working with our professional partners to run seminars, publish thought-pieces, legislation and technical updates to the market etc. You will take responsibility for the management and delivery of projects, including program and budgeting autonomy, with the support of your colleagues and the senior management team and Partners.

Note for Recruitment Agencies : We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. Senior Planner - Highways Location - Yorkshire As Senior Planner you will develop, update and manage the construction programmes to support on time delivery. What will you be doing? Participate in creating a knowingly safe working environment. Updating and maintain the Cl Programmes along with the different delivery functions in assurance of providing a robust and realistic schedule that reflects the risk and opportunity that could impact key project milestones Review and develop the preferred construction sequence considering project wide constraints to confirm the duration in the overall scheme schedule Facilitate construction readiness planning Arrange, facilitate and provide output from client and supply chain collaborative planning sessions If required. prepare Time Location charts using Tilos If required, cost load the schedule If required, generate Earned Value Analysis from the cost loaded schedule Produce programme metrics Monthly updating of the schedule and reports Update and analyse the schedule based on the effects of Compensation events or other events which may affect the programme. Liaise with subcontractors and assess their programme submissions for acceptance About you We are looking for passion and a commitment for delivering excellence. A solid track record of planning civils projects in a public realm setting is essential. You'll need experience of working in the contracting environment with the ability to build programmes from scratch in an independent manner but working within a team and report using P. The ideal candidate will have progressed from a site engineering background so understands first hand how jobs are built. As a planner we expect the candidate to be a team player and self sufficient when required. What We Can Offer in Return : With an impressive order book of over £ billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you. We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team. Our benefits : We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary. Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays A wide range of corporate discounts Cycle to Work schemes Comprehensive pension plan Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free / support to those who need it Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role About us : Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in. Our Highways business has seen impressive growth over the last few years working in collaboration with National Highways (formerly Highways England) and Local Authority clients across the country. Our portfolio of road projects has contributed substantially to the national infrastructure network and has seen us become one of the leading players in the Highways sector. Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work. We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long term value. Additional Information : Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full time, reduced hours and / or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. We encourage you and would be grateful if you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you. Don't meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. A full job description for this role is available upon request LI-JR

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Engineer to join the delivery leadership team on a major civil engineering project in Plymouth . This is a long-term opportunity offering a high level of responsibility across technical delivery, planning, quality assurance and coordination of complex civil engineering works. You will act as a key technical lead on site, supporting both engineers and site management while ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in full compliance with design requirements. The Role Working closely with the Project Manager and Site Agents, you will take ownership of engineering delivery for designated sections of the project, setting technical standards and driving best practice across site operations. Key Responsibilities Lead the engineering function for allocated work areas, providing guidance and mentorship to Site Engineers Oversee setting out, engineering controls, design coordination and technical problem-solving Review drawings, specifications and temporary works; raise and manage RFIs as required Manage QA documentation, ITP compliance, as-built records and progress reporting Coordinate with project managers, planners, designers, commercial teams and subcontractors Ensure all works comply with health & safety policies, method statements and industry best practice Contribute to programme planning, sequencing of works and resource coordination Support client and stakeholder communication, reporting and handover documentation Requirements Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering (or related discipline) Proven experience as a Senior Engineer , or a strong Site Engineer ready to step up Background delivering major civil engineering or infrastructure projects, including RC structures, utilities, highways or heavy civils Excellent setting-out knowledge and experience with modern survey equipment Strong understanding of QA processes, temporary works and engineering compliance CSCS essential; SMSTS, First Aid and other relevant certifications advantageous Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills

Planner / Senior Planner Location: Chorley Type: Full-time, Permanent (contract opportunity) Sector: Civil Engineering I am open to speaking to candidates who are looking for a freelance role or permanent opportunity. Interviews before Christmas and start in January. The Opportunity Due to continued growth we are seeking an experienced Planner or Senior Planner to join our well-established building and civils team. This is an excellent opportunity to be involved from the very start of a significant project, working closely with the delivery team and having a strong presence on site. If you re a proactive, hands-on Project Planner who enjoys being embedded in the project environment, this role could be ideal for you. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed project programmes (Primavera P6 experience desirable) Collaborate with project delivery teams to ensure accurate, realistic planning Identify risks, delays, and opportunities, recommending effective mitigation measures Prepare progress updates, dashboards, and reports for stakeholders Maintain a strong site presence to engage with engineers and delivery teams Support project performance tracking, earned value analysis, and forecasting About You We re looking for a hands-on, proactive planner with experience across civil engineering sectors such as rail, highways, water, or structures . You will be: An experienced Planner or Senior Planner (not just a scheduler) Organised, detail-oriented, and an effective communicator at all levels Skilled in stakeholder engagement and confident presenting information clearly Comfortable working closely with project teams on site If you re interested, please click Apply Now or send your CV directly to (url removed) For an informal discussion, contact Emma Marshall on (phone number removed). Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

Altrincham, United Kingdom / Birmingham, United Kingdom / Bristol, United Kingdom / Cambridge, United Kingdom / Cardiff, United Kingdom / Croydon, United Kingdom / Edinburgh, United Kingdom / Glasgow, United Kingdom / Leeds, United Kingdom / Liverpool, United Kingdom / London, United Kingdom / Manchester, United Kingdom / Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom / Sheffield, United Kingdom / Southampton, United Kingdom Location/s: Altrincham, Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Croydon, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield, Southampton; UK Recruiter contact: Madeleine Knight Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance - we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant. About the business unit We help conceive, drive, and implement transport solutions for cities, regions, and asset owners/operators around the globe. From preparing the business case and advising on related issues - such as revenue, procurement, and environmental legislation - to delivering the completed infrastructure and helping maintain it. Our planning, engineering, environmental and management skills cover the whole project cycle. We play a major role in developing and delivering the Global Transport Sector Strategy. Overview of the role We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Engineer/Principal Engineer, with experience in airfields design, to join our dynamic and diverse team that continuous its strong expansion into major transport projects. You will be part of our growing Transport Mobility Solutions (TMS) Division, responsible for developing design solutions in the transport sector from concepts and feasibility plans to designs for planning application and construction details, using the latest digital design delivery methods. Our team works with a range of major projects clients, predominantly the transportation sector in the UK and overseas. Our focus lies in the development of innovative and safe project solutions to drive efficiency and social values for our clients. You will be working with our Design Managers creating detailed 3D models for various transport projects. The primary focus will be on our airfield design projects, but you will be working in a team who that work on roads and other transportation projects too and be expected to support these when required. Your role will be to design solutions while ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards and clients' specifications. Here at Mott MacDonald, we encourage you to be creative in approaching the People, Process and Technology behind common challenges to effectively enable the best possible outcomes. Working collaboratively as part of a team alongside engineers, planners and other transport consultants, you will develop and deliver solutions and make a positive contribution to the safety, performance and sustainability of our clients' infrastructure, for the benefit of society. Candidate specification Joining Mott MacDonald, you'll enjoy taking on technical challenges and using your analytical and engineering skills to develop effective solutions for transport projects. You will be motivated by the satisfaction that comes from working as a team to improve project delivery and the fulfilment of seeing your designs and plans turned into reality, benefiting society by enhancing transportation infrastructure. Engaging with others, including specialists from various engineering disciplines, national or local authorities and stakeholders, will be a crucial part of your role. You'll work on major projects for Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), Civil Aviation Airport Owners, National Highways, Transport for Scotland and other Government Agencies or Local Authorities to understand and interpret data, develop innovative solutions, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Your ability to visualise and explore data will enable effective decision-making and performance in project delivery, making a significant impact on the success of transport projects. Strong and demonstrable knowledge of airfield geometric design standards, including the RA 3500 series documents published by DIO and ICAO Annex 14 Develop and maintain 3D models for airfield design projects using Autodesk Civil 3D Develop and maintain 3D models for road design projects using Autodesk Civil 3D Collaborate with engineers and project managers to deliver project requirements and objectives Produce detailed drawings and documentation for construction and design purposes Perform quality checks on models to ensure accuracy and adherence to project specifications Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience Proven experience as a Civil 3D Modeller, preferably in airfield design projects Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D and other relevant software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong communication and interpersonal skills Please be advised that offers for this role are conditional upon obtaining the appropriate level of Security Clearance. UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future. At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. Accessibility We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you. We offer some fantastic benefits including: Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments. Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues. A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family. Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too. Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary. Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes. Lifestyle A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme. Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years' service. Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers. Enhanced family and carers leave Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave. Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay. Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid. Learning and development Primary annual professional institution subscription. . click apply for full job details

Our client, a multi disciplinary construction company is seeking to employ a Bid Manager to join their existing, successful Pre-Construction team taking a leading role in the Bid Process. The dynamic team works on bids for multi-disciplinary projects for a range of clients including works on ? Highways & Roads ? Under bridges, Overbridges & Footbridges ? Tunnels & Station Infrastructure ? Flood Alleviation & Repairs ? Earthworks & Embankments ? Lineside Civils, Cabling, Trough Routes & Telecoms As a Bid Manager, you'll be instrumental in leading and coordinating bid activities across the East & West business regions on multi disciplinary projects in Transport infrastructure oincluding but not limited to rail, aviation, highways, environment agency, canals and rivers, power and energy. You'll work closely with estimating, commercial, and operational teams to develop compelling, high-quality submissions that reflect our capabilities and align with client expectations. This role offers the opportunity to manage your own bids while supporting larger, strategic tenders alongside senior colleagues. You'll report to the Regional Senior Pre-Contracts Manager and contribute directly to our work-winning strategy and business growth. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage bid submissions from initial opportunity through to final submission Collaborate with Regional Directors and Pre-Contracts teams to identify and pursue new opportunities Coordinate and compile prequalification documents and tender responses Facilitate input from technical authors, estimators, planners, and delivery teams Write and edit technical and narrative content to ensure clarity, consistency, and impact Chair tender progress meetings and ensure deadlines are met Analyse client feedback and support continuous improvement in our bid approach Contribute to post-tender reviews and lessons learned Support the development and implementation of work-winning processes and tools About You We're looking for someone who brings a blend of technical understanding, commercial awareness, and strong communication skills. You'll ideally have: Proven experience in a bid management role within the rail or civil engineering infrastructure sectors A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships across teams Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills A good understanding of civil engineering principles and project delivery A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering (HNC/HND/Degree) A proactive mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure

The Client This client delivers complex infrastructure projects across the Northern Home counties. They have expertise of strategic infrastructure, highways and road improvement schemes. The Role Our client is seeking a motivated Assistant Planner to join our project delivery team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their career in planning and project management within the construction and civil engineering sector. You will support senior planners and project managers in developing, maintaining, and monitoring project schedules while gaining hands-on experience in design, planning, and contractual practices. Create and Maintain Project Schedules: Develop detailed project programmes using industry-standard software and update them to reflect progress and changes. Support Design and Phasing: Assist with preliminary design tasks, including sketches, calculations, and technical drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, or similar tools. Data Gathering & Analysis: Collect and analyse information on timelines, resources, and costs to support decision-making. Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth and efficient project execution. Tender & Bid Support: Contribute to the preparation of tender submissions and bid documents for new projects. Progress Monitoring: Track project progress, highlight risks or delays, and propose solutions to keep projects on track. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records and prepare reports to present project status updates to stakeholders. Learning & Development: Continuously develop your knowledge of planning tools, construction techniques, and industry best practices. Commercial / Contractual Knowledge: Gain experience in contract management, particularly with NEC4 contracts and associated programme implementation. The Requirements Ideally, working towards or holding a degree (or equivalent qualification) in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field. Enthusiastic about pursuing a career in construction planning and project management. Proficient in Microsoft Office, with exposure to planning/design software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, or Revit) being desirable. Analytical with strong problem-solving skills. A clear communicator who enjoys working as part of a team. Organised, detail-oriented, and eager to learn. The Benefits Receive an excellent salary and package Excellent training, mentoring and development opportunities.

Our client, a multi disciplinary contractor is seeking to employ an Interim Bid Manager to assist the existing team in the work winning division of the company. The client delivers maintenance frameworks, capital delivery and complex civil engineering across the UK, including bridge reconstruction, environmental infrastructure, highways, tunnels, station works, lineside civils and utility installations. Our clients include Local Authorities, Network Rail, energy companies and environmental organisations. Current projects include works within the following sectors : ? Highways & Roads ? Under bridges, Overbridges & Footbridges ? Tunnels & Station Infrastructure ? Flood Alleviation & Repairs ? Earthworks & Embankments ? Lineside Civils, Cabling, Trough Routes & Telecoms As a Bid Manager, you'll be instrumental in leading and coordinating bid activities across the East & West business regions on multi disciplinary projects in Transport infrastructure oincluding but not limited to rail, aviation, highways, environment agency, canals and rivers, power and energy. You'll work closely with estimating, commercial, and operational teams to develop compelling, high-quality submissions that reflect our capabilities and align with client expectations. This role offers the opportunity to manage your own bids while supporting larger, strategic tenders alongside senior colleagues. You'll report to the Regional Senior Pre-Contracts Manager and contribute directly to our work-winning strategy and business growth. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage bid submissions from initial opportunity through to final submission Collaborate with Regional Directors and Pre-Contracts teams to identify and pursue new opportunities Coordinate and compile prequalification documents and tender responses Facilitate input from technical authors, estimators, planners, and delivery teams Write and edit technical and narrative content to ensure clarity, consistency, and impact Chair tender progress meetings and ensure deadlines are met Analyse client feedback and support continuous improvement in our bid approach Contribute to post-tender reviews and lessons learned Support the development and implementation of work-winning processes and tools About You We're looking for someone who brings a blend of technical understanding, commercial awareness, and strong communication skills. You'll ideally have: Proven experience in a bid management role within the rail or civil engineering infrastructure sectors A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships across teams Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills A good understanding of civil engineering principles and project delivery A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering (HNC/HND/Degree) A proactive mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure

Our client, a multi disciplinary construction company is seeking to employ a Bid Manager to join their existing, successful Pre-Construction team taking a leading role in the Bid Process. The dynamic team works on bids for multi-disciplinary projects for a range of clients including works on ? Highways & Roads ? Under bridges, Overbridges & Footbridges ? Tunnels & Station Infrastructure ? Flood Alleviation & Repairs ? Earthworks & Embankments ? Lineside Civils, Cabling, Trough Routes & Telecoms As a Bid Manager, you'll be instrumental in leading and coordinating bid activities across the East & West business regions on multi disciplinary projects in Transport infrastructure oincluding but not limited to rail, aviation, highways, environment agency, canals and rivers, power and energy. You'll work closely with estimating, commercial, and operational teams to develop compelling, high-quality submissions that reflect our capabilities and align with client expectations. This role offers the opportunity to manage your own bids while supporting larger, strategic tenders alongside senior colleagues. You'll report to the Regional Senior Pre-Contracts Manager and contribute directly to our work-winning strategy and business growth. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage bid submissions from initial opportunity through to final submission Collaborate with Regional Directors and Pre-Contracts teams to identify and pursue new opportunities Coordinate and compile prequalification documents and tender responses Facilitate input from technical authors, estimators, planners, and delivery teams Write and edit technical and narrative content to ensure clarity, consistency, and impact Chair tender progress meetings and ensure deadlines are met Analyse client feedback and support continuous improvement in our bid approach Contribute to post-tender reviews and lessons learned Support the development and implementation of work-winning processes and tools About You We're looking for someone who brings a blend of technical understanding, commercial awareness, and strong communication skills. You'll ideally have: Proven experience in a bid management role within the rail or civil engineering infrastructure sectors A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships across teams Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills A good understanding of civil engineering principles and project delivery A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering (HNC/HND/Degree) A proactive mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure

Contracts Manager Essex / London Borders £45k - £58k + Bens Company A medium sized contractor delivering major rehabilitation and repair schemes within the Utilities sector. Established for over 25 years they have heavily invested within the business and built on their success to become one of the leaders within their field operating throughout the South East Region. They have an enviable reputation for the training and development programmes for staff and their support for career progression from within. Contracts Manager Based in Essex this position reports into the Director and you will be responsible for the delivery of projects based within the London and Home Counties areas. You will manage the Site Agents and teams to ensure projects are completed safely, to strict programme and budget. You will liaise with clients and other relevant parties to build relationships and support the development of the business. You will: * A relevant HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction (highly desirable but not essential) * Hold NRSWA qualification * A minimum of two years experience as a Contract/Project Manager * Ideally with utilities experience * Reside within reasonable commuting distance. * Experience of producing SHEQ documents of CDM regulations * First class communication skills both written and verbal * Excellent client facing and organisation skills * Able to motivate and organise site based teams * IT literate * Be commercially and contractually aware * Be flexible when needed * Have a stable work history This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and ambitious Contracts Manager seeking to join a contractor that offers progression opportunities. Salary of £45k-£58k plus package. Please forward a current CV in the instance. MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building, civil engineering and logistics 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

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

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