Team: Estates and Construction Location: Homebased with regular travel around East of England, Midlands & South Yorkshire Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Mon-Fri Salary: Up to £51,869.05 per year Contract: Permanent We are the UK s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them. Will you join us and make life better for cats? Responsibilities of our Surveyor: - Manage a designated portfolio of properties, delivering repairs and maintenance as required- Be a property expert for colleagues across the estate giving high levels of service and support. Working with colleagues in Estates Support; Safety, Health and Environment; and Legal teams, provide a safe and compliant environment across the estate. - Oversee property works in alignment with retail and operations managers within agreed SLAs - Assess property issues and take appropriate action - Maintain accurate records across estate/FM databases and cloud-based systems - Provide advice on retail/commercial lease acquisitions and disposals - Liaise with agents, landlords, neighboring occupiers, solicitors and local authorities - Procure and manage contractors, ensuring they are vetted and all work meets H&S legislation - Regional reporting to support the Principal Surveyor and the Head of Estates & Construction with the wider management of the estate About the Estates and Construction team: The Estates and Construction team manage a wide-ranging and diverse portfolio that reflects the breadth of the estate. Within the region covered, the portfolio includes purpose-built cat adoption and homing centres (both freehold and leasehold), a network of leasehold charity shops, multi-pen sites, and a small number of residential properties occupied by employees or external tenants. Occasionally, surveying expertise is also required for matters relating to legacy properties. What we re looking for in our Surveyor: - Regional coverage is flexible, however we are looking to support the East of England, Midlands and South Yorkshire - Level 6 or higher professional surveying qualification - Current membership of a professional institution such as RICS, RIBA, CIBSE, CIOB, IWFM - Post qualification experience of surveying in a property or facilities management environment - A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle - Working Knowledge of retail leases, acquisitions and disposals - Multi-site and use property management and compliance experience - Experience of working on and managing small building or maintenance projects up to £500k - Ability to work within a small team and externally with professionals and third parties What we can offer you: - range of health benefits, including private medical insurance and a health cash plan - 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service - Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing - and much more, which you can learn about Application closing date: 26th March 2026 Virtual interview date: TBC Second stage: TBC If successful, your recruitment journey will include: 1. Anonymised application form 2. Virtual interview and assessment/presentation 3. Meet the team
12/03/2026
Full time
Team: Estates and Construction Location: Homebased with regular travel around East of England, Midlands & South Yorkshire Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Mon-Fri Salary: Up to £51,869.05 per year Contract: Permanent We are the UK s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them. Will you join us and make life better for cats? Responsibilities of our Surveyor: - Manage a designated portfolio of properties, delivering repairs and maintenance as required- Be a property expert for colleagues across the estate giving high levels of service and support. Working with colleagues in Estates Support; Safety, Health and Environment; and Legal teams, provide a safe and compliant environment across the estate. - Oversee property works in alignment with retail and operations managers within agreed SLAs - Assess property issues and take appropriate action - Maintain accurate records across estate/FM databases and cloud-based systems - Provide advice on retail/commercial lease acquisitions and disposals - Liaise with agents, landlords, neighboring occupiers, solicitors and local authorities - Procure and manage contractors, ensuring they are vetted and all work meets H&S legislation - Regional reporting to support the Principal Surveyor and the Head of Estates & Construction with the wider management of the estate About the Estates and Construction team: The Estates and Construction team manage a wide-ranging and diverse portfolio that reflects the breadth of the estate. Within the region covered, the portfolio includes purpose-built cat adoption and homing centres (both freehold and leasehold), a network of leasehold charity shops, multi-pen sites, and a small number of residential properties occupied by employees or external tenants. Occasionally, surveying expertise is also required for matters relating to legacy properties. What we re looking for in our Surveyor: - Regional coverage is flexible, however we are looking to support the East of England, Midlands and South Yorkshire - Level 6 or higher professional surveying qualification - Current membership of a professional institution such as RICS, RIBA, CIBSE, CIOB, IWFM - Post qualification experience of surveying in a property or facilities management environment - A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle - Working Knowledge of retail leases, acquisitions and disposals - Multi-site and use property management and compliance experience - Experience of working on and managing small building or maintenance projects up to £500k - Ability to work within a small team and externally with professionals and third parties What we can offer you: - range of health benefits, including private medical insurance and a health cash plan - 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service - Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing - and much more, which you can learn about Application closing date: 26th March 2026 Virtual interview date: TBC Second stage: TBC If successful, your recruitment journey will include: 1. Anonymised application form 2. Virtual interview and assessment/presentation 3. Meet the team
Contract Support Location: Canary Wharf Salary: Up to 40,000 Contract: Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm + 2 days WFH Role Purpose The Contract Support is the central administrative and financial pillar of the facilities management delivery. This role is responsible for the integrity of the contract's financial lifecycle-from procurement and work order management to invoicing and debt resolution. Working within one of Canary Wharf's most prestigious corporate assets, you will provide essential support to the Contract Manager and the on-site engineering team, ensuring that all financial and operational data is accurate, compliant, and delivered within our standards. Customer Service & Communication Primary Liaison: Act as the first point of professional contact for the client, responding to all calls and emails in a timely and efficient manner. Fault Management: Determine the nature and priority of faults based on information provided by the client to ensure appropriate response times. Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain effective communication with all levels of internal teams and external customers to ensure service transparency. Operational Coordination & Helpdesk Work Order Management: Raise and assign work orders to relevant resources, monitoring calls from initial receipt through to completion and updating records accordingly. Engineering Coordination: Allocate internal engineers to callouts and maintenance visits, driving the team to attend all tasks within required SLAs. Supply Chain Management: Manage the external supply chain, ensuring subcontractors attend site and perform within agreed contractual timelines. CAFM Leadership: Act as the "key user" on-site for the CAFM system, overseeing PPM records, reactive tasks, and performance reporting. Financial & Contractual Administration Procurement Support: Liaise closely with site teams and the head office to ensure the accurate processing of quotations and purchase orders (POs). Contractual Governance: Obtain a comprehensive understanding of the contract scope to ensure all work is carried out strictly in accordance with the agreement. Innovation: Actively identify and implement innovative solutions across the contract to enhance performance and exceed client expectations. QHSE, Compliance & Records Documentation: Ensure all QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment) documentation is maintained, updated, and readily available using company systems. Personnel Records: Maintain accurate staff records, including new starters, leavers, general changes, and up-to-date contact details. Operational Awareness: Maintain a thorough familiarity with daily operations and the specific technical scope of the contract. General Support Culture & Standards: Promote and maintain the company's professional culture and values throughout the internal and external teams. Flexible Support: Undertake any other duties as requested by the Contract Manager, Lead Contract Support, or Finance & Contract Support Manager. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
12/03/2026
Full time
Contract Support Location: Canary Wharf Salary: Up to 40,000 Contract: Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm + 2 days WFH Role Purpose The Contract Support is the central administrative and financial pillar of the facilities management delivery. This role is responsible for the integrity of the contract's financial lifecycle-from procurement and work order management to invoicing and debt resolution. Working within one of Canary Wharf's most prestigious corporate assets, you will provide essential support to the Contract Manager and the on-site engineering team, ensuring that all financial and operational data is accurate, compliant, and delivered within our standards. Customer Service & Communication Primary Liaison: Act as the first point of professional contact for the client, responding to all calls and emails in a timely and efficient manner. Fault Management: Determine the nature and priority of faults based on information provided by the client to ensure appropriate response times. Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain effective communication with all levels of internal teams and external customers to ensure service transparency. Operational Coordination & Helpdesk Work Order Management: Raise and assign work orders to relevant resources, monitoring calls from initial receipt through to completion and updating records accordingly. Engineering Coordination: Allocate internal engineers to callouts and maintenance visits, driving the team to attend all tasks within required SLAs. Supply Chain Management: Manage the external supply chain, ensuring subcontractors attend site and perform within agreed contractual timelines. CAFM Leadership: Act as the "key user" on-site for the CAFM system, overseeing PPM records, reactive tasks, and performance reporting. Financial & Contractual Administration Procurement Support: Liaise closely with site teams and the head office to ensure the accurate processing of quotations and purchase orders (POs). Contractual Governance: Obtain a comprehensive understanding of the contract scope to ensure all work is carried out strictly in accordance with the agreement. Innovation: Actively identify and implement innovative solutions across the contract to enhance performance and exceed client expectations. QHSE, Compliance & Records Documentation: Ensure all QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment) documentation is maintained, updated, and readily available using company systems. Personnel Records: Maintain accurate staff records, including new starters, leavers, general changes, and up-to-date contact details. Operational Awareness: Maintain a thorough familiarity with daily operations and the specific technical scope of the contract. General Support Culture & Standards: Promote and maintain the company's professional culture and values throughout the internal and external teams. Flexible Support: Undertake any other duties as requested by the Contract Manager, Lead Contract Support, or Finance & Contract Support Manager. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Job Title: Head of Planning Location: East Midlands Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits Overview A growing national technical services organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Planning to lead its operational planning function. This senior leadership role is responsible for ensuring work sold commercially is effectively planned, delivered efficiently and handed over cleanly for billing. The position plays a critical role in coordinating the service flow between Sales, Operations and Finance to ensure predictable delivery, operational efficiency and strong revenue conversion. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the national planning and operational coordination function Manage and support planning, scheduling and resource coordination teams Establish clear accountability, escalation and decision making frameworks Own the full planning lifecycle from order handover through to completion of work Ensure efficient scheduling and utilisation of operational resources Maintain visibility of workload, capacity and operational constraints across multiple locations Balance customer responsiveness with structured operational planning Lead the implementation and optimisation of a central planning system Define planning processes, data standards and governance frameworks Drive adoption and continuous improvement of planning systems and operational processes Ensure completed work is handed over fully ready for billing Maintain accurate job records, documentation and scope confirmation Minimise delays between operational completion and invoice readiness Reduce billing disputes through structured planning and clean operational handovers Monitor planning KPIs including utilisation, backlog and aged work in progress Improve operational efficiency, service throughput and revenue per head Act as the key operational interface between Planning, Operations, Sales and Finance Support operational delivery of customer commitments Act as a senior escalation point for planning related issues Skills and Experience Proven leadership experience managing planning, scheduling or service coordination teams Experience operating within multi site or national service environments Strong organisational and analytical skills with the ability to manage complex operational workflows Commercial awareness and understanding of operational drivers of revenue and cash flow Confident using operational data, dashboards and KPIs to drive decision making Experience implementing or improving planning or enterprise operational systems is desirable Background within infrastructure, construction, testing, engineering services or similar sectors would be advantageous
11/03/2026
Full time
Job Title: Head of Planning Location: East Midlands Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits Overview A growing national technical services organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Planning to lead its operational planning function. This senior leadership role is responsible for ensuring work sold commercially is effectively planned, delivered efficiently and handed over cleanly for billing. The position plays a critical role in coordinating the service flow between Sales, Operations and Finance to ensure predictable delivery, operational efficiency and strong revenue conversion. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the national planning and operational coordination function Manage and support planning, scheduling and resource coordination teams Establish clear accountability, escalation and decision making frameworks Own the full planning lifecycle from order handover through to completion of work Ensure efficient scheduling and utilisation of operational resources Maintain visibility of workload, capacity and operational constraints across multiple locations Balance customer responsiveness with structured operational planning Lead the implementation and optimisation of a central planning system Define planning processes, data standards and governance frameworks Drive adoption and continuous improvement of planning systems and operational processes Ensure completed work is handed over fully ready for billing Maintain accurate job records, documentation and scope confirmation Minimise delays between operational completion and invoice readiness Reduce billing disputes through structured planning and clean operational handovers Monitor planning KPIs including utilisation, backlog and aged work in progress Improve operational efficiency, service throughput and revenue per head Act as the key operational interface between Planning, Operations, Sales and Finance Support operational delivery of customer commitments Act as a senior escalation point for planning related issues Skills and Experience Proven leadership experience managing planning, scheduling or service coordination teams Experience operating within multi site or national service environments Strong organisational and analytical skills with the ability to manage complex operational workflows Commercial awareness and understanding of operational drivers of revenue and cash flow Confident using operational data, dashboards and KPIs to drive decision making Experience implementing or improving planning or enterprise operational systems is desirable Background within infrastructure, construction, testing, engineering services or similar sectors would be advantageous
Job Title: Head of Planning Location: East Midlands (Hybrid working available) Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits Overview A growing multi site technical services organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Planning to lead its operational planning function. This senior leadership role is responsible for ensuring work sold commercially is effectively planned, delivered efficiently and handed over cleanly for billing. The role sits at the centre of the organisation, working closely with Sales, Operations and Finance to ensure smooth service delivery across a national operational network. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the operational planning function across multiple locations Manage and support planning, scheduling and coordination teams Establish clear decision making, escalation and accountability frameworks Oversee the full planning lifecycle from order handover through to work completion Ensure efficient scheduling and utilisation of operational resources Maintain clear visibility of workload, capacity and operational constraints Balance customer responsiveness with structured planning processes Support the implementation and optimisation of a central planning system Define planning standards, processes and data governance Drive adoption and continuous improvement of planning systems and processes Ensure completed work is handed over fully ready for billing Maintain accurate job records, documentation and pricing confirmation Minimise delays between operational completion and invoice readiness Reduce billing disputes through structured planning and operational controls Monitor planning related KPIs including utilisation, backlog and work in progress Improve operational efficiency, service flow and revenue per head Act as the key interface between Planning, Operations, Sales and Finance Support operational delivery of customer commitments Act as a senior escalation point for planning related issues Skills and Experience Proven experience leading planning, scheduling or service coordination teams Experience operating within multi site or national service environments Strong organisational and analytical skills with a structured approach to operations Commercial awareness with an understanding of operational drivers of revenue and cash flow Confident using operational data and KPIs to support decision making
11/03/2026
Full time
Job Title: Head of Planning Location: East Midlands (Hybrid working available) Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits Overview A growing multi site technical services organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Planning to lead its operational planning function. This senior leadership role is responsible for ensuring work sold commercially is effectively planned, delivered efficiently and handed over cleanly for billing. The role sits at the centre of the organisation, working closely with Sales, Operations and Finance to ensure smooth service delivery across a national operational network. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the operational planning function across multiple locations Manage and support planning, scheduling and coordination teams Establish clear decision making, escalation and accountability frameworks Oversee the full planning lifecycle from order handover through to work completion Ensure efficient scheduling and utilisation of operational resources Maintain clear visibility of workload, capacity and operational constraints Balance customer responsiveness with structured planning processes Support the implementation and optimisation of a central planning system Define planning standards, processes and data governance Drive adoption and continuous improvement of planning systems and processes Ensure completed work is handed over fully ready for billing Maintain accurate job records, documentation and pricing confirmation Minimise delays between operational completion and invoice readiness Reduce billing disputes through structured planning and operational controls Monitor planning related KPIs including utilisation, backlog and work in progress Improve operational efficiency, service flow and revenue per head Act as the key interface between Planning, Operations, Sales and Finance Support operational delivery of customer commitments Act as a senior escalation point for planning related issues Skills and Experience Proven experience leading planning, scheduling or service coordination teams Experience operating within multi site or national service environments Strong organisational and analytical skills with a structured approach to operations Commercial awareness with an understanding of operational drivers of revenue and cash flow Confident using operational data and KPIs to support decision making
Estimator (Geotechnical / Ground Engineering) 40,000 Negotiable + Bonus + Training + Development + Potential Car Allowance + Benefits UK (Remote, Hybrid or Office Based) Certain Advantage is hiring for an Estimator based either near Sheffield, or remote. This role is on a permanent basis and can be either office-based, hybrid or predominantly remote depending on your location, with some travel to head office and client sites. Do you have estimating experience, and a background in Geotechnical or Ground Engineering, looking for an autonomous and versatile role where you will receive excellent training, with a renowned Geotechnical specialist contractor which has a strong emphasis on work / life balance, and a collaborative company culture? Are you looking to work on technically interesting projects, as part of a highly skilled and dedicated team, with ongoing development potential? The Company: We are working with a specialist geotechnical contractor well regarded for delivering complex ground and slope stabilisation projects across the UK. Known for working in challenging environments using rope access and innovative techniques, they support major infrastructure in rail, highways, and utilities. Due to an internal promotion, they are looking for another Estimator to join the team. The Role: This role is for someone with estimating experience, and a background in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering. Day to Day: Estimating for enquiries and tenders, taking responsibility for pricing from initial enquiry to project win Writing offer letters, proposals and estimating costs in line with client requirements / work scope Production of tender stage documentation including H&S paperwork and programme as required Site visits Working closely with finance and operations teams to develop and maintain processes for accurate estimates of costs The Individual: Any experience as an Estimator, Cost Engineer, Contracts Manager, AQS or similar Background in Geotechnical, Ground Engineering or Civils Full Driving License Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you are hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we will work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, HR, Business Support, IT and Engineering. If this job is not for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips.
06/03/2026
Full time
Estimator (Geotechnical / Ground Engineering) 40,000 Negotiable + Bonus + Training + Development + Potential Car Allowance + Benefits UK (Remote, Hybrid or Office Based) Certain Advantage is hiring for an Estimator based either near Sheffield, or remote. This role is on a permanent basis and can be either office-based, hybrid or predominantly remote depending on your location, with some travel to head office and client sites. Do you have estimating experience, and a background in Geotechnical or Ground Engineering, looking for an autonomous and versatile role where you will receive excellent training, with a renowned Geotechnical specialist contractor which has a strong emphasis on work / life balance, and a collaborative company culture? Are you looking to work on technically interesting projects, as part of a highly skilled and dedicated team, with ongoing development potential? The Company: We are working with a specialist geotechnical contractor well regarded for delivering complex ground and slope stabilisation projects across the UK. Known for working in challenging environments using rope access and innovative techniques, they support major infrastructure in rail, highways, and utilities. Due to an internal promotion, they are looking for another Estimator to join the team. The Role: This role is for someone with estimating experience, and a background in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering. Day to Day: Estimating for enquiries and tenders, taking responsibility for pricing from initial enquiry to project win Writing offer letters, proposals and estimating costs in line with client requirements / work scope Production of tender stage documentation including H&S paperwork and programme as required Site visits Working closely with finance and operations teams to develop and maintain processes for accurate estimates of costs The Individual: Any experience as an Estimator, Cost Engineer, Contracts Manager, AQS or similar Background in Geotechnical, Ground Engineering or Civils Full Driving License Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you are hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we will work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, HR, Business Support, IT and Engineering. If this job is not for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips.
Workplace Manager (12 month FTC), London, c£63-65k plus full package Our client is a business of c 200 staff with head office and extensive meeting space in Central London The building is state of the art, BREEAM excellent rated. They are recruiting a Workplace Manager on 12 month FTC to oversee daily office operations, facilities, and employee experience to create a safe, efficient, and engaging work environment. Key responsibilities include managing a lean in-house FM team, vendor relationships, health and safety compliance, space planning, budget management, business continuity planning and supporting hybrid work initiatives. You will require strong leadership, organization, and communication skills. Key Responsibilities Facilities & Vendor Management: Oversee building maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, and vendor SLA compliance. Health & Safety & Compliance: Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards, including RIDDOR, L8, EICR, F Gas and acting as fire warden and first aider. Workplace Experience: Improve the employee journey by managing office amenities, events, and hybrid work logistics. Operations & Finance: Manage office budgets, procurement, and supply inventory. Project Management: Lead on FM projects such as conversion to air source heat pumps, lift refurbishment and fit out of tenanted space. Space Planning: Coordinate seating, office moves, and space optimization to adapt to business needs. Team Leadership: Lead and support a small team (5) of front of house, H&S and facilities staff. Business Continuity Planning: Ensure BCP is fit for purpose. Required Skills and Qualifications Experience: Proven experience in facilities management, office management, or hospitality, requiring 3-5+ years. Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills for managing relationships with employees and vendors. Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, Google Workspace, and CAFM (Computer-Aided Facility Management) systems. Attributes: Highly organized, proactive, capable of managing budgets, and skilled in conflict resolution. Qualifications: Certification in Facilities Management and Health and Safety (e.g., IFMA, IWFM and IOSH or NEBOSH). Our client can offer hybrid working with 3 days required in the office p/week. 25 days holiday allowance. Full package. Please note that candidates may very occasionally be required to work evenings or at the weekend if there is a significant event on in the building. Time off in lieu will be provided. Please note this is a 12 month fixed term contract initially.
06/03/2026
Full time
Workplace Manager (12 month FTC), London, c£63-65k plus full package Our client is a business of c 200 staff with head office and extensive meeting space in Central London The building is state of the art, BREEAM excellent rated. They are recruiting a Workplace Manager on 12 month FTC to oversee daily office operations, facilities, and employee experience to create a safe, efficient, and engaging work environment. Key responsibilities include managing a lean in-house FM team, vendor relationships, health and safety compliance, space planning, budget management, business continuity planning and supporting hybrid work initiatives. You will require strong leadership, organization, and communication skills. Key Responsibilities Facilities & Vendor Management: Oversee building maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, and vendor SLA compliance. Health & Safety & Compliance: Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards, including RIDDOR, L8, EICR, F Gas and acting as fire warden and first aider. Workplace Experience: Improve the employee journey by managing office amenities, events, and hybrid work logistics. Operations & Finance: Manage office budgets, procurement, and supply inventory. Project Management: Lead on FM projects such as conversion to air source heat pumps, lift refurbishment and fit out of tenanted space. Space Planning: Coordinate seating, office moves, and space optimization to adapt to business needs. Team Leadership: Lead and support a small team (5) of front of house, H&S and facilities staff. Business Continuity Planning: Ensure BCP is fit for purpose. Required Skills and Qualifications Experience: Proven experience in facilities management, office management, or hospitality, requiring 3-5+ years. Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills for managing relationships with employees and vendors. Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, Google Workspace, and CAFM (Computer-Aided Facility Management) systems. Attributes: Highly organized, proactive, capable of managing budgets, and skilled in conflict resolution. Qualifications: Certification in Facilities Management and Health and Safety (e.g., IFMA, IWFM and IOSH or NEBOSH). Our client can offer hybrid working with 3 days required in the office p/week. 25 days holiday allowance. Full package. Please note that candidates may very occasionally be required to work evenings or at the weekend if there is a significant event on in the building. Time off in lieu will be provided. Please note this is a 12 month fixed term contract initially.
The Deputy Head of Operations will oversee and manage operational processes within the Middle Office of this Banking & Financial Services organisation, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with industry standards. This role requires strong expertise in the Financial Services sector to support the organisation's goals effectively. Client Details This position is with a large organisation within the Financial Services industry, focusing on Banking & Financial Services. The company is well-established and offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Description To support the Head of Operations and Deputy General Manager covering execution of multiple banking products and operational processes including but not limited to: Domestic and International Payments; Bilateral and Syndicated Loans Administration; Treasury vanilla and Derivative product settlements; Data Quality; Trade Finance Operations; Correspondent Banking; Customer Support; Reconciliations; Transaction Reporting and Custodian service. To manage a team of Operations/Assistant Managers & Operations Officers covering execution of multiple wholesale banking products and operational processes. Including the ongoing development of the staff through the cross training of staff across all day-to-day functions, the systems used within Operations and to provide training opportunities in new products and system enhancements. In addition to the Banking, Clearing & Treasury Operations, the role holder will also lead the delivery of the custodian service processes and execution to support the business and customers whilst maintaining close to zero operational risk losses. As a SMF delegated individual, this role holder will have day to day oversight of the CASS regulatory related matters. To provide support/collaboration for other 2LoD functions such as Compliance, Finance Risk and Project Management around BAU and Bank wide initiatives To maintain a strong control framework within the Department. General day-to-day management of the Operations team. Working with the staff to agree training development plans to ensure knowledge transfer across both products, processes and systems used within the Department Working with the Managers to ensure continuous review of the existing processes and procedures with specific focus on the manual processes and system initiatives to improve system functionality to remove potential operational risk. Promote good relationships and rapport by continued liaison/regular meetings with Internal Stakeholders, including Front Office, Finance and Compliance Lead on business wide initiatives through project deployment including submission of BRD's, UAT and successful implementation. Responsibility for the review and testing of the Team's Business Continuity Plan, ensuring adequate system access and resource deployment for regular testing and during periods of disaster recovery. Oversee the production of Monthly Management Information Oversee the work undertaken for any Internal Audit, Finance and Compliance for Treasury product related issues. In charge of all the UK regulatory reporting including but not limited EMIR/MIFII/SFTR/SCV/SMMD/CASS. Preparing all reports to the governance committees. General Responsibility for the day-to-day identification, ownership and management of conduct risk and controls through the continuing development and implementation of the Bank's conduct risk framework processes. This includes the internal control processes designed to identify, assess and manage conduct risk, the execution of activities as intended and the identification, reporting and escalation/remediation of inadequate processes and control breaks. On a proactive basis, liaise with and seek guidance from the Second Line of Defence for policy and process queries Complete all training provided by Compliance, Risk and IT and other departments as necessary in a timely manner. Read and understand the Risk Management & Compliance framework (and the policies referenced therein) and the UK Staff Handbook; Identify, report and escalate material risk events, including conduct risk events and conflicts of interest, or losses to the Head of Department; Proper use of the Bank's IT systems and data, particularly personal data, in accordance with the IT Security Policy and the Data Protection Policy and any applicable departmental procedures; Adherence to staff handbook, company policies, rules and regulations as changed from time to time and to the core values, behaviours (e.g., Code of Conduct) at all times. Profile A successful Deputy Head of Operations should have: Tertiary qualified with Bachelors or Masters degree. Minimum of 3-5 years in similar role in UK Prior team management Subject matter expert in Treasury, Clearing, Corporate Banking products with experience in Custodian business and services. Demonstrate a clear understanding of Product knowledge and Operations processes across Treasury, Clearing, Corporate Banking & Custodial business. Experience gained in a similar type and scale of Corporate banking environment is critical It is critical that this individual has hands on experience of operational / MO processes Understanding of regulatory impact on all operational processes Must be competent in SWIFT; Treasury booking and settlement systems (e.g. OPICS) NGS and related operation system knowledge Exposure to professional project management processes is advantageous. Understanding of the wider processes such as collateral management in lending and Treasury, including CSA's, netting and ISDA documentation an advantage; Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £90,000 to £120,000 per annum 5 Days in the office Free daily lunch provided Comprehensive benefits package Permanent position offering stability and growth opportunities. City of London location. Chance to work within a reputable organisation in the Financial Services industry. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Deputy Head of Operations to advance their career in Banking & Financial Services. If this role aligns with your expertise, we encourage you to apply today. PLEASE NOTE NO VISA SPONSORSHIP
02/03/2026
Full time
The Deputy Head of Operations will oversee and manage operational processes within the Middle Office of this Banking & Financial Services organisation, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with industry standards. This role requires strong expertise in the Financial Services sector to support the organisation's goals effectively. Client Details This position is with a large organisation within the Financial Services industry, focusing on Banking & Financial Services. The company is well-established and offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Description To support the Head of Operations and Deputy General Manager covering execution of multiple banking products and operational processes including but not limited to: Domestic and International Payments; Bilateral and Syndicated Loans Administration; Treasury vanilla and Derivative product settlements; Data Quality; Trade Finance Operations; Correspondent Banking; Customer Support; Reconciliations; Transaction Reporting and Custodian service. To manage a team of Operations/Assistant Managers & Operations Officers covering execution of multiple wholesale banking products and operational processes. Including the ongoing development of the staff through the cross training of staff across all day-to-day functions, the systems used within Operations and to provide training opportunities in new products and system enhancements. In addition to the Banking, Clearing & Treasury Operations, the role holder will also lead the delivery of the custodian service processes and execution to support the business and customers whilst maintaining close to zero operational risk losses. As a SMF delegated individual, this role holder will have day to day oversight of the CASS regulatory related matters. To provide support/collaboration for other 2LoD functions such as Compliance, Finance Risk and Project Management around BAU and Bank wide initiatives To maintain a strong control framework within the Department. General day-to-day management of the Operations team. Working with the staff to agree training development plans to ensure knowledge transfer across both products, processes and systems used within the Department Working with the Managers to ensure continuous review of the existing processes and procedures with specific focus on the manual processes and system initiatives to improve system functionality to remove potential operational risk. Promote good relationships and rapport by continued liaison/regular meetings with Internal Stakeholders, including Front Office, Finance and Compliance Lead on business wide initiatives through project deployment including submission of BRD's, UAT and successful implementation. Responsibility for the review and testing of the Team's Business Continuity Plan, ensuring adequate system access and resource deployment for regular testing and during periods of disaster recovery. Oversee the production of Monthly Management Information Oversee the work undertaken for any Internal Audit, Finance and Compliance for Treasury product related issues. In charge of all the UK regulatory reporting including but not limited EMIR/MIFII/SFTR/SCV/SMMD/CASS. Preparing all reports to the governance committees. General Responsibility for the day-to-day identification, ownership and management of conduct risk and controls through the continuing development and implementation of the Bank's conduct risk framework processes. This includes the internal control processes designed to identify, assess and manage conduct risk, the execution of activities as intended and the identification, reporting and escalation/remediation of inadequate processes and control breaks. On a proactive basis, liaise with and seek guidance from the Second Line of Defence for policy and process queries Complete all training provided by Compliance, Risk and IT and other departments as necessary in a timely manner. Read and understand the Risk Management & Compliance framework (and the policies referenced therein) and the UK Staff Handbook; Identify, report and escalate material risk events, including conduct risk events and conflicts of interest, or losses to the Head of Department; Proper use of the Bank's IT systems and data, particularly personal data, in accordance with the IT Security Policy and the Data Protection Policy and any applicable departmental procedures; Adherence to staff handbook, company policies, rules and regulations as changed from time to time and to the core values, behaviours (e.g., Code of Conduct) at all times. Profile A successful Deputy Head of Operations should have: Tertiary qualified with Bachelors or Masters degree. Minimum of 3-5 years in similar role in UK Prior team management Subject matter expert in Treasury, Clearing, Corporate Banking products with experience in Custodian business and services. Demonstrate a clear understanding of Product knowledge and Operations processes across Treasury, Clearing, Corporate Banking & Custodial business. Experience gained in a similar type and scale of Corporate banking environment is critical It is critical that this individual has hands on experience of operational / MO processes Understanding of regulatory impact on all operational processes Must be competent in SWIFT; Treasury booking and settlement systems (e.g. OPICS) NGS and related operation system knowledge Exposure to professional project management processes is advantageous. Understanding of the wider processes such as collateral management in lending and Treasury, including CSA's, netting and ISDA documentation an advantage; Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £90,000 to £120,000 per annum 5 Days in the office Free daily lunch provided Comprehensive benefits package Permanent position offering stability and growth opportunities. City of London location. Chance to work within a reputable organisation in the Financial Services industry. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Deputy Head of Operations to advance their career in Banking & Financial Services. If this role aligns with your expertise, we encourage you to apply today. PLEASE NOTE NO VISA SPONSORSHIP
Estate Manager - Retail We are looking to recruit an Estates Manager to manage the Group's UK property portfolio (Circa 150 stores and 70 Residential units nationally). This will include leading on landlord and tenant, day to day estates, transactions, rating, property lease management and negotiations. You will be working with the Head of Property to develop a mid to long-term strategy for the business and be responsible for leading and negotiating Transactions (acquisitions and dispositions), Lease Renewals and Rent Reviews on an ongoing basis. You will also be expected to undertake an allocated amount of L&T jobs directly (only outsourcing to consultants where necessary). This role is responsible for managing Business Rates Liability for the company and working with other members of the team and external consultants, to lead negotiations on Dilapidation disputes. You will provide forecasting around costs associated with the estate and maximise opportunities for currently under-utilised space within the portfolio. You will work with and manage a Property Co-ordinator. Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities Managing Day to Day Property related Issues Manage Day to Day Landlord relationships Liaise with other Departments including Legal, Operations, Finance to ensure smooth running of Department Liaise with Maintenance Team to ensure that Building and Property Repairs are dealt with quickly, efficiently and Cost effective Liaise with professional teams, including solicitors, agents, and planning consultants whilst working with the wider property team Prepare and deliver reports for senior management including recommendations, detailed feasibility studies and strong financials Highlighting procedures and processes and providing solutions for the company to save costs and make long term profit. Manage the Commercial & Residential lettings About You You will have at least 5 year's general property experience, preferably within a retail and/or multi-site environment and be RICS Qualified. knowledge and experience of convenience retail sector Experienced at negotiating as a tenant to secure the best renewals of leases. Experienced at negotiating with tenants to secure the best returns on investment Excellent Project Management skills Previous experience of franchise operations would be a bonus. Experience of property acquisitions and estates management Contacts and standing in the Property sector Good commercial acumen and experience of financial responsibilities Extensive retail experience gained either at a client-side end user, retail developer or agency
01/03/2026
Full time
Estate Manager - Retail We are looking to recruit an Estates Manager to manage the Group's UK property portfolio (Circa 150 stores and 70 Residential units nationally). This will include leading on landlord and tenant, day to day estates, transactions, rating, property lease management and negotiations. You will be working with the Head of Property to develop a mid to long-term strategy for the business and be responsible for leading and negotiating Transactions (acquisitions and dispositions), Lease Renewals and Rent Reviews on an ongoing basis. You will also be expected to undertake an allocated amount of L&T jobs directly (only outsourcing to consultants where necessary). This role is responsible for managing Business Rates Liability for the company and working with other members of the team and external consultants, to lead negotiations on Dilapidation disputes. You will provide forecasting around costs associated with the estate and maximise opportunities for currently under-utilised space within the portfolio. You will work with and manage a Property Co-ordinator. Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities Managing Day to Day Property related Issues Manage Day to Day Landlord relationships Liaise with other Departments including Legal, Operations, Finance to ensure smooth running of Department Liaise with Maintenance Team to ensure that Building and Property Repairs are dealt with quickly, efficiently and Cost effective Liaise with professional teams, including solicitors, agents, and planning consultants whilst working with the wider property team Prepare and deliver reports for senior management including recommendations, detailed feasibility studies and strong financials Highlighting procedures and processes and providing solutions for the company to save costs and make long term profit. Manage the Commercial & Residential lettings About You You will have at least 5 year's general property experience, preferably within a retail and/or multi-site environment and be RICS Qualified. knowledge and experience of convenience retail sector Experienced at negotiating as a tenant to secure the best renewals of leases. Experienced at negotiating with tenants to secure the best returns on investment Excellent Project Management skills Previous experience of franchise operations would be a bonus. Experience of property acquisitions and estates management Contacts and standing in the Property sector Good commercial acumen and experience of financial responsibilities Extensive retail experience gained either at a client-side end user, retail developer or agency
Job Title: Procurement & Supply Chain Manager Location: Hatfield (office-based) Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Hours: Monday to Friday 7.30 - 4.30 pm Reporting To: Head of Operations The Role We are seeking a commercially driven Procurement & Supply Chain Manager to lead a stock-based procurement function and build a resilient, scalable supply chain for a construction company. Reporting to the Head of Operations, this is a strategic yet hands-on role where you will shape the supply base, optimise cost and value, and ensure the business has the materials it needs to support continued growth. Key Responsibilities Strategic Procurement & Value Delivery Lead the end-to-end procurement strategy for systems, components, and stocked technical products. Deliver measurable cost savings, improved margins, and long-term commercial value. Build a supply chain that supports growth, innovation, and operational reliability. Supplier Development & Global Sourcing Identify, evaluate, and onboard new international and UK suppliers to enhance quality, pricing, and supply resilience. Conduct or arrange supplier audits and manage ongoing performance to ensure consistent standards. Develop long-term partnerships that support product innovation and competitive advantage. Stock-Based Supply Chain Management Own procurement for stocked items, ensuring optimal inventory levels aligned with sales forecasts and operational needs. Collaborate closely with Sales, Warehouse, and Finance to anticipate demand, control spending, and maintain availability. Implement procurement and supply chain processes that support accuracy, visibility, and scalability. Import & Logistics Oversight Manage international freight, customs clearance, and compliance with HS codes, duties, and Incoterms. Ensure efficient, cost-effective movement of goods from global suppliers to UK operations. Work closely with logistics partners to minimise delays and maintain high service levels. Cross-Functional Collaboration Act as the procurement and supply chain lead within the business, partnering with product development, operations, and commercial teams. Provide clear communication on lead times, risks, and opportunities. Support new product introductions with sourcing insight and supplier capability assessments. What You Will Bring Demonstrable experience managing procurement for building products and technical materials Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering cost savings and value improvements. Hands-on experience with international sourcing, freight, and customs processes. Ability to build strong supplier relationships across different cultures and markets. A proactive, structured approach to developing processes and improving supply chain performance. Confidence operating as the procurement and supply chain lead within a growing business. Why Join? Fast-Growing Business Be part of a rapidly scaling organisation operating within a dynamic market. Dynamic Culture Join a team with an energetic, positive culture where people enjoy working together, take pride in their work, and support each other to deliver strong results. Strategic Influence Your decisions will directly impact profitability, product availability, and customer satisfaction. Autonomy with Support Lead procurement and supply chain with the freedom to shape the function, supported by a collaborative leadership team. Visible Impact Your work will be recognised across the business, with direct access to senior leadership and product development teams. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by Smart10 Recruitment Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others, and we will contact you within 3 working days if you have been shortlisted. Smart10 is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy focused on the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements across a select group of business sectors. In order to keep up to date and search for all our active jobs, please visit our website, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to Smart10's Privacy Policy as to how we hold your data.
13/02/2026
Full time
Job Title: Procurement & Supply Chain Manager Location: Hatfield (office-based) Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Hours: Monday to Friday 7.30 - 4.30 pm Reporting To: Head of Operations The Role We are seeking a commercially driven Procurement & Supply Chain Manager to lead a stock-based procurement function and build a resilient, scalable supply chain for a construction company. Reporting to the Head of Operations, this is a strategic yet hands-on role where you will shape the supply base, optimise cost and value, and ensure the business has the materials it needs to support continued growth. Key Responsibilities Strategic Procurement & Value Delivery Lead the end-to-end procurement strategy for systems, components, and stocked technical products. Deliver measurable cost savings, improved margins, and long-term commercial value. Build a supply chain that supports growth, innovation, and operational reliability. Supplier Development & Global Sourcing Identify, evaluate, and onboard new international and UK suppliers to enhance quality, pricing, and supply resilience. Conduct or arrange supplier audits and manage ongoing performance to ensure consistent standards. Develop long-term partnerships that support product innovation and competitive advantage. Stock-Based Supply Chain Management Own procurement for stocked items, ensuring optimal inventory levels aligned with sales forecasts and operational needs. Collaborate closely with Sales, Warehouse, and Finance to anticipate demand, control spending, and maintain availability. Implement procurement and supply chain processes that support accuracy, visibility, and scalability. Import & Logistics Oversight Manage international freight, customs clearance, and compliance with HS codes, duties, and Incoterms. Ensure efficient, cost-effective movement of goods from global suppliers to UK operations. Work closely with logistics partners to minimise delays and maintain high service levels. Cross-Functional Collaboration Act as the procurement and supply chain lead within the business, partnering with product development, operations, and commercial teams. Provide clear communication on lead times, risks, and opportunities. Support new product introductions with sourcing insight and supplier capability assessments. What You Will Bring Demonstrable experience managing procurement for building products and technical materials Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering cost savings and value improvements. Hands-on experience with international sourcing, freight, and customs processes. Ability to build strong supplier relationships across different cultures and markets. A proactive, structured approach to developing processes and improving supply chain performance. Confidence operating as the procurement and supply chain lead within a growing business. Why Join? Fast-Growing Business Be part of a rapidly scaling organisation operating within a dynamic market. Dynamic Culture Join a team with an energetic, positive culture where people enjoy working together, take pride in their work, and support each other to deliver strong results. Strategic Influence Your decisions will directly impact profitability, product availability, and customer satisfaction. Autonomy with Support Lead procurement and supply chain with the freedom to shape the function, supported by a collaborative leadership team. Visible Impact Your work will be recognised across the business, with direct access to senior leadership and product development teams. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by Smart10 Recruitment Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others, and we will contact you within 3 working days if you have been shortlisted. Smart10 is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy focused on the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements across a select group of business sectors. In order to keep up to date and search for all our active jobs, please visit our website, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to Smart10's Privacy Policy as to how we hold your data.
Our client is a very well-capitalised, internationally connected banking institution with a long-standing presence in the UK market. The organisation operates with institutional governance, disciplined risk management and a relationship-led culture, supporting clients across a broad range of commercial sectors. As part of its continued growth within the UK Commercial Real Estate market, the firm is seeking to appoint a Relationship Manager to support the Head of Commercial Real Estate in originating, structuring and managing lending relationships across the sector. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing, credit-disciplined platform with strong internal infrastructure and an established client base. Particular areas if interest within CRE verticals are financing for Hotels, Student Accommodation, Offices, Residential Portfolios, and Development Finance. The role is a 1 year immediate start maternity contract, which could be extended. Job Purpose To support the Head of Commercial Real Estate in developing and managing both prospective and existing client relationships, delivering against financial and non-financial targets while operating within internal governance frameworks, regulatory standards and prevailing best practice. Key elements of the role include: Preparing detailed credit applications and annual reviews that appropriately assess industry, market and borrower risk. Managing KYC and onboarding processes for new and existing clients. Coordinating internally and externally to ensure timely and accurate execution of facilities. Supporting negotiation and documentation of lending facilities. Assisting with monitoring of watchlist and impaired credits. Maintaining high standards of relationship management and service delivery. Internal Stakeholder Relationships Commercial Real Estate team Credit Corporate governance committees Operations (Retail and Non-Traded) Treasury International relationship teams Compliance Private Banking External Relationships Commercial Real Estate clients External legal advisers Valuers and professional advisers Financial Crime & Compliance Responsibilities As a client-facing function, the team operates as first line of defence in mitigating financial crime risk. Responsibilities include: Adherence to internal Financial Crime policies and procedures Conducting robust KYC and due diligence in line with risk classification Escalating high-risk matters to appropriate senior stakeholders Ensuring timely completion of onboarding and periodic reviews Identifying and reporting suspicious activity Supporting transaction monitoring queries Completing mandatory financial crime training Managing compliance-related queries in a timely and professional manner Key Responsibilities Proactively manage and develop Commercial Real Estate relationships Deliver rigorous, well-structured written credit analysis for new transactions and annual reviews Manage documentation, regulatory and accounting aspects of transactions Coordinate credit approval processes and internal stakeholder engagement Maintain disciplined portfolio oversight Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Real Estate, Finance or related discipline 5-7 years' experience in Commercial Real Estate relationship management Strong UK CRE exposure across asset classes including: Hotels Student Accommodation Offices Residential Portfolios Development Finance Experience within an institutional lending environment is highly desirable Strong understanding of commercial real estate market dynamics and financial products Core Competencies Strong credit and analytical capability Structured approach to complex transaction analysis High attention to detail and numerical accuracy Ability to operate independently and meet tight deadlines Commercial judgement balanced with risk discipline Professional integrity and commitment to regulatory standards Confident stakeholder engagement in a multi-cultural environment Technical Skills Advanced financial analysis capability Strong spreadsheet proficiency (financial modelling advantageous) Market awareness (macro, sectoral and capital markets developments) In-depth understanding of the UK Commercial Real Estate sector
13/02/2026
Full time
Our client is a very well-capitalised, internationally connected banking institution with a long-standing presence in the UK market. The organisation operates with institutional governance, disciplined risk management and a relationship-led culture, supporting clients across a broad range of commercial sectors. As part of its continued growth within the UK Commercial Real Estate market, the firm is seeking to appoint a Relationship Manager to support the Head of Commercial Real Estate in originating, structuring and managing lending relationships across the sector. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing, credit-disciplined platform with strong internal infrastructure and an established client base. Particular areas if interest within CRE verticals are financing for Hotels, Student Accommodation, Offices, Residential Portfolios, and Development Finance. The role is a 1 year immediate start maternity contract, which could be extended. Job Purpose To support the Head of Commercial Real Estate in developing and managing both prospective and existing client relationships, delivering against financial and non-financial targets while operating within internal governance frameworks, regulatory standards and prevailing best practice. Key elements of the role include: Preparing detailed credit applications and annual reviews that appropriately assess industry, market and borrower risk. Managing KYC and onboarding processes for new and existing clients. Coordinating internally and externally to ensure timely and accurate execution of facilities. Supporting negotiation and documentation of lending facilities. Assisting with monitoring of watchlist and impaired credits. Maintaining high standards of relationship management and service delivery. Internal Stakeholder Relationships Commercial Real Estate team Credit Corporate governance committees Operations (Retail and Non-Traded) Treasury International relationship teams Compliance Private Banking External Relationships Commercial Real Estate clients External legal advisers Valuers and professional advisers Financial Crime & Compliance Responsibilities As a client-facing function, the team operates as first line of defence in mitigating financial crime risk. Responsibilities include: Adherence to internal Financial Crime policies and procedures Conducting robust KYC and due diligence in line with risk classification Escalating high-risk matters to appropriate senior stakeholders Ensuring timely completion of onboarding and periodic reviews Identifying and reporting suspicious activity Supporting transaction monitoring queries Completing mandatory financial crime training Managing compliance-related queries in a timely and professional manner Key Responsibilities Proactively manage and develop Commercial Real Estate relationships Deliver rigorous, well-structured written credit analysis for new transactions and annual reviews Manage documentation, regulatory and accounting aspects of transactions Coordinate credit approval processes and internal stakeholder engagement Maintain disciplined portfolio oversight Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Real Estate, Finance or related discipline 5-7 years' experience in Commercial Real Estate relationship management Strong UK CRE exposure across asset classes including: Hotels Student Accommodation Offices Residential Portfolios Development Finance Experience within an institutional lending environment is highly desirable Strong understanding of commercial real estate market dynamics and financial products Core Competencies Strong credit and analytical capability Structured approach to complex transaction analysis High attention to detail and numerical accuracy Ability to operate independently and meet tight deadlines Commercial judgement balanced with risk discipline Professional integrity and commitment to regulatory standards Confident stakeholder engagement in a multi-cultural environment Technical Skills Advanced financial analysis capability Strong spreadsheet proficiency (financial modelling advantageous) Market awareness (macro, sectoral and capital markets developments) In-depth understanding of the UK Commercial Real Estate sector
Company Info Our Clients are specialists in the design, supply and maintenance of access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and they are the leaders in the Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP) in the UK. Having experienced a period of rapid growth, they are seeking to continue this growth whilst maintaining their dominance within the industry and are looking to add an Operations Manager to their ranks to help achieve this. Job Purpose You will be responsible for the management of the overall operations for our clients Southern Region, ensuring a smooth efficient service that meets the expectations and needs of our client’s customers while maximising the financial return to our clients. You will be providing leadership to improve important policy and strategic decisions. You will be responsible for ensuring labour and other resources are managed to allow work to be completed safely, on schedule and to budget. Assisting in managing our client’s relationship with their customers to ensure that all contractual responsibilities are discharged and to enable retention monies to be released on the due date is a key aspect to the role of the Operations Manager Position summary Key responsibilities for the Operations Manager include but not are not limited to: Oversee daily operations, ensuring correct labour and equipment is on each site Reinforce safe working practices in all areas and be an ardent champion of safety. Ensure all SHEQ requirements are met including: o Promoting compliance with all internal SHEQ policies o Ensuring the Site Team meets the commitments detailed within the Safety, Quality & Environmental Policy Statements, thereby meeting Statutory requirements and Client Satisfaction
Work with the Client’s representative to determine planned work schedules and unplanned work to ensure that the Client asset is maintained to standards specified by the Client Ensure standards of the client’s technical requirements for competence are maintained Produce detailed programmes/reports for the Client and for Senior Management Determine the scope of works and specification, and the general cost parameters for all projects Review and lead implementation of legislation and project standards Ensure activities are prioritised according to the risk rating Evaluate sites to assess site values and development risk The agreement of head of terms, purchase and sales agreements and construction contracts Manage the southern operations team including: o co-ordinating daily site workload and overseeing office team
o managing performance, absence, disciplinaries, etc. o identifying skills gaps and recruiting or training as appropriate o promoting continual development to boost professional standards and motivate team Ensure that communication between departments is ongoing and utilised to maintain an environment of continuous improvement. Assist in the identification of new competency requirements as a requirement of new standards, legislation or client’s requirements Any other duties commensurate with the role Direct Reports: Area Supervisors, Installers, Engineers, Operations Assistant, Admin Assistant Candidate Requirements: Committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods Ability to apply relevant procedures and legislation A clear communicator with the ability to produce reports. Ability to read and understand construction drawings (preferred) Be confident using Microsoft Office, in particular Excel as much of the work is completed on Smart devices. (essential) Self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure. Good numeracy skills and a Grade C or above in English and Maths would be a bonus. IPAF Advanced installer, CSCS and SSSTS are required but these, along with any other specific technical training, can be provided at our in-house training academy if required. Minimum Experience Required: o Experience of planning and budgeting o Experience of managing a team; in particular a remote working team o Experience of working in the construction industry or equipment hire is beneficial Preferred Education Requirements: o Minimum GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent Required Technical Skills: o Computer literate including MS Office o Understands how to manage finances o Understanding of safe installation and dismantling of mastclimbers (can be trained on the job)
Required Behavioural Skills: o Proactive and flexible nature o Good communication and interpersonal skills o Highly organised o Ethical leadership abilities, including delegation o Excellent problem solver o Committed to Health & Safety o Committed to delivering high quality work
Additional Info (Internal Use only do not Post the below on Job Adverts) BFT Mastclimbing is looking to appoint a dynamic Operations Manager to manage labour and other resources from our fast-paced commercial centre in Leighton Buzzard.
They will be required to provide a competent, and professional service to our customers by overseeing projects to ensure they are run in accordance with the agreed contract terms, within budget, while providing excellent customer service. They will lead and direct installation teams to ensure that planned and reactive installing works are undertaken efficiently and in line with Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental policies.
The successful candidate will have experience of managing teams, in particular planning and logistics of a remote working team. Experience in construction would be a benefit but is not essential. They must be committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods. They should be able to apply relevant procedures and legislation. They will be a clear communicator with the ability to produce reports and should be able to read and understand construction drawings, as well as being confident using Microsoft Office.
They will be self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure. They should enjoy problem solving. CSCS and SSSTS are required but these, along with any other specific technical training, can be provided at our in-house training academy if required.
BFT is the UK leader in Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP), the faster, more efficient alternative to traditional scaffolding. We are the go-to solution for the country’s most demanding construction, renovation and maintenance projects. From low-level flat refurbishments to complex high-rises developments, we use our technology, experience and unfailing dedication to safety to save our clients time and money.
We design, supply and maintain access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and have a great reputation across the UK. We have experienced a period of rapid growth and seek to continue this growth whilst maintaining our dominance within the industry.
We can offer a highly competitive salary, a company vehicle, inclusion into our company share scheme and into our company bonus scheme. We have a collaborative, flexible working environment where personal development and internal promotions are encouraged.
12/01/2022
Permanent
Company Info Our Clients are specialists in the design, supply and maintenance of access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and they are the leaders in the Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP) in the UK. Having experienced a period of rapid growth, they are seeking to continue this growth whilst maintaining their dominance within the industry and are looking to add an Operations Manager to their ranks to help achieve this. Job Purpose You will be responsible for the management of the overall operations for our clients Southern Region, ensuring a smooth efficient service that meets the expectations and needs of our client’s customers while maximising the financial return to our clients. You will be providing leadership to improve important policy and strategic decisions. You will be responsible for ensuring labour and other resources are managed to allow work to be completed safely, on schedule and to budget. Assisting in managing our client’s relationship with their customers to ensure that all contractual responsibilities are discharged and to enable retention monies to be released on the due date is a key aspect to the role of the Operations Manager Position summary Key responsibilities for the Operations Manager include but not are not limited to: Oversee daily operations, ensuring correct labour and equipment is on each site Reinforce safe working practices in all areas and be an ardent champion of safety. Ensure all SHEQ requirements are met including: o Promoting compliance with all internal SHEQ policies o Ensuring the Site Team meets the commitments detailed within the Safety, Quality & Environmental Policy Statements, thereby meeting Statutory requirements and Client Satisfaction
Work with the Client’s representative to determine planned work schedules and unplanned work to ensure that the Client asset is maintained to standards specified by the Client Ensure standards of the client’s technical requirements for competence are maintained Produce detailed programmes/reports for the Client and for Senior Management Determine the scope of works and specification, and the general cost parameters for all projects Review and lead implementation of legislation and project standards Ensure activities are prioritised according to the risk rating Evaluate sites to assess site values and development risk The agreement of head of terms, purchase and sales agreements and construction contracts Manage the southern operations team including: o co-ordinating daily site workload and overseeing office team
o managing performance, absence, disciplinaries, etc. o identifying skills gaps and recruiting or training as appropriate o promoting continual development to boost professional standards and motivate team Ensure that communication between departments is ongoing and utilised to maintain an environment of continuous improvement. Assist in the identification of new competency requirements as a requirement of new standards, legislation or client’s requirements Any other duties commensurate with the role Direct Reports: Area Supervisors, Installers, Engineers, Operations Assistant, Admin Assistant Candidate Requirements: Committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods Ability to apply relevant procedures and legislation A clear communicator with the ability to produce reports. Ability to read and understand construction drawings (preferred) Be confident using Microsoft Office, in particular Excel as much of the work is completed on Smart devices. (essential) Self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure. Good numeracy skills and a Grade C or above in English and Maths would be a bonus. IPAF Advanced installer, CSCS and SSSTS are required but these, along with any other specific technical training, can be provided at our in-house training academy if required. Minimum Experience Required: o Experience of planning and budgeting o Experience of managing a team; in particular a remote working team o Experience of working in the construction industry or equipment hire is beneficial Preferred Education Requirements: o Minimum GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent Required Technical Skills: o Computer literate including MS Office o Understands how to manage finances o Understanding of safe installation and dismantling of mastclimbers (can be trained on the job)
Required Behavioural Skills: o Proactive and flexible nature o Good communication and interpersonal skills o Highly organised o Ethical leadership abilities, including delegation o Excellent problem solver o Committed to Health & Safety o Committed to delivering high quality work
Additional Info (Internal Use only do not Post the below on Job Adverts) BFT Mastclimbing is looking to appoint a dynamic Operations Manager to manage labour and other resources from our fast-paced commercial centre in Leighton Buzzard.
They will be required to provide a competent, and professional service to our customers by overseeing projects to ensure they are run in accordance with the agreed contract terms, within budget, while providing excellent customer service. They will lead and direct installation teams to ensure that planned and reactive installing works are undertaken efficiently and in line with Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental policies.
The successful candidate will have experience of managing teams, in particular planning and logistics of a remote working team. Experience in construction would be a benefit but is not essential. They must be committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods. They should be able to apply relevant procedures and legislation. They will be a clear communicator with the ability to produce reports and should be able to read and understand construction drawings, as well as being confident using Microsoft Office.
They will be self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure. They should enjoy problem solving. CSCS and SSSTS are required but these, along with any other specific technical training, can be provided at our in-house training academy if required.
BFT is the UK leader in Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP), the faster, more efficient alternative to traditional scaffolding. We are the go-to solution for the country’s most demanding construction, renovation and maintenance projects. From low-level flat refurbishments to complex high-rises developments, we use our technology, experience and unfailing dedication to safety to save our clients time and money.
We design, supply and maintain access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and have a great reputation across the UK. We have experienced a period of rapid growth and seek to continue this growth whilst maintaining our dominance within the industry.
We can offer a highly competitive salary, a company vehicle, inclusion into our company share scheme and into our company bonus scheme. We have a collaborative, flexible working environment where personal development and internal promotions are encouraged.
Operations Manager
Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire
Company Info
Our Client is specialists in the design, supply and maintenance of access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and they are the leaders in the Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP) in the UK. Having experienced a period of rapid growth, they are seeking to continue this growth whilst maintaining their dominance within the industry and are looking to add an Operations Manager to their ranks to help achieve this.
Job Purpose
You will be responsible for the management of the overall operations for our clients Southern Region, ensuring a smooth efficient service that meets the expectations and needs of our client’s customers while maximising the financial return to our clients. You will be providing leadership to improve important policy and strategic decisions.
You will be responsible for ensuring labour and other resources are managed to allow work to be completed safely, on schedule and to budget. Assisting in managing our client’s relationship with their customers to ensure that all contractual responsibilities are discharged and to enable retention monies to be released on the due date is a key aspect to the role of the Operations Manager
Position summary
Key responsibilities for the Operations Manager include but not are not limited to:
Leading and directing MCWP Installation Teams to ensure that planned and reactive MCWP installing works are undertaken efficiently.
Ensuring that the commitments detailed within the Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental Policy Statements are met.
Provide a competent, and professional service to customers by overseeing projects; ensuring they are run in accordance with the agreed contract terms, within budget, while providing excellent customer service.
Oversee daily operations, ensuring correct labour and equipment is on each site as planned
Work with the customers representative to determine planned work schedules and unplanned work to ensure that the customer asset is maintained to standards specified by the customer
Producing detailed programmes/reports for the customer and for the Senior Leadership Team
Determining the scope of works and specification, and the general cost parameters for all projects
Review and lead implementation of legislation and project standards
Ensure activities are prioritised according to the risk rating
Evaluation of sites to assess site values and development risk
The agreement of head of terms, purchase and sales agreements and construction contracts
Managing the Southern Operations team including:
co-ordinating daily site workload and overseeing office team
Managing performance, absence, disciplinaries, etc.
Identifying skills gaps and recruiting or training as appropriate to manage this
Promoting continual development to boost professional standards and motivate the team to perform as their best
Ensuring that communication between departments is ongoing and utilised to maintain an environment of continuous improvement.
Assisting in the identification of new competency requirements as a requirement of new standards, legislation or client’s requirements
Candidate Requirements:
Experience of working in the Mastclimber industry - be skilled in maintenance management and will have experience of managing people.
Committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods
Ability to apply relevant procedures and legislation
A clear communicator with the ability to produce reports.
Ability to read and understand construction drawings
Be confident using Microsoft Office, in particular Excel as much of the work is completed on Smart devices. (essential)
Self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure.
Good numeracy skills and a Grade C or above in English and Maths would be a bonus.
IPAF Advanced installer and CSCS are required.
SSSTS as a minimum and SMSTS advantageous, training can be provided if required.
Minimum Experience Required:
Experience of planning and budgeting
Experience of managing a team
Experience of working in the construction industry, in particular with mastclimbers
Preferred Education Requirements:
Minimum GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent
Required Technical Skills:
Computer literate including MS Office
Understands how to manage finances
Understanding of safe installation and dismantling of mastclimbers
Required Behavioural Skills:
Proactive and flexible nature
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organised
Ethical leadership abilities, including delegation
Excellent problem solver
Committed to Health & Safety
Committed to delivering high quality work
24/10/2021
Full time
Operations Manager
Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire
Company Info
Our Client is specialists in the design, supply and maintenance of access equipment in the form of mastclimbers and hoists for the construction industry and they are the leaders in the Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWP) in the UK. Having experienced a period of rapid growth, they are seeking to continue this growth whilst maintaining their dominance within the industry and are looking to add an Operations Manager to their ranks to help achieve this.
Job Purpose
You will be responsible for the management of the overall operations for our clients Southern Region, ensuring a smooth efficient service that meets the expectations and needs of our client’s customers while maximising the financial return to our clients. You will be providing leadership to improve important policy and strategic decisions.
You will be responsible for ensuring labour and other resources are managed to allow work to be completed safely, on schedule and to budget. Assisting in managing our client’s relationship with their customers to ensure that all contractual responsibilities are discharged and to enable retention monies to be released on the due date is a key aspect to the role of the Operations Manager
Position summary
Key responsibilities for the Operations Manager include but not are not limited to:
Leading and directing MCWP Installation Teams to ensure that planned and reactive MCWP installing works are undertaken efficiently.
Ensuring that the commitments detailed within the Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental Policy Statements are met.
Provide a competent, and professional service to customers by overseeing projects; ensuring they are run in accordance with the agreed contract terms, within budget, while providing excellent customer service.
Oversee daily operations, ensuring correct labour and equipment is on each site as planned
Work with the customers representative to determine planned work schedules and unplanned work to ensure that the customer asset is maintained to standards specified by the customer
Producing detailed programmes/reports for the customer and for the Senior Leadership Team
Determining the scope of works and specification, and the general cost parameters for all projects
Review and lead implementation of legislation and project standards
Ensure activities are prioritised according to the risk rating
Evaluation of sites to assess site values and development risk
The agreement of head of terms, purchase and sales agreements and construction contracts
Managing the Southern Operations team including:
co-ordinating daily site workload and overseeing office team
Managing performance, absence, disciplinaries, etc.
Identifying skills gaps and recruiting or training as appropriate to manage this
Promoting continual development to boost professional standards and motivate the team to perform as their best
Ensuring that communication between departments is ongoing and utilised to maintain an environment of continuous improvement.
Assisting in the identification of new competency requirements as a requirement of new standards, legislation or client’s requirements
Candidate Requirements:
Experience of working in the Mastclimber industry - be skilled in maintenance management and will have experience of managing people.
Committed to delivering high quality work with an emphasis on safe working methods
Ability to apply relevant procedures and legislation
A clear communicator with the ability to produce reports.
Ability to read and understand construction drawings
Be confident using Microsoft Office, in particular Excel as much of the work is completed on Smart devices. (essential)
Self-disciplined, reliable, ethical and able to work under pressure.
Good numeracy skills and a Grade C or above in English and Maths would be a bonus.
IPAF Advanced installer and CSCS are required.
SSSTS as a minimum and SMSTS advantageous, training can be provided if required.
Minimum Experience Required:
Experience of planning and budgeting
Experience of managing a team
Experience of working in the construction industry, in particular with mastclimbers
Preferred Education Requirements:
Minimum GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent
Required Technical Skills:
Computer literate including MS Office
Understands how to manage finances
Understanding of safe installation and dismantling of mastclimbers
Required Behavioural Skills:
Proactive and flexible nature
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organised
Ethical leadership abilities, including delegation
Excellent problem solver
Committed to Health & Safety
Committed to delivering high quality work
Our client are a leading Construction business operating in the Highways and Civil Engineering space. They are looking for a Project Manager to join their succesful team.
Main Purpose
Reports to the Highways Director/Framework Director
Responsible for overall management of projects, ensuring projects meet business planSize and scope: Typically, responsible for revenue of up to £15m and typically manages headcount of up to 50 people
Responsibilities
Finance/Operations
Control Over the entire project
Deliver revenue within agreed budgets
Plan and manage the work schedule for the project lifecycle
Ensure compliance with Health and Safety standards
Attend Regular Meetings with H&S Team - Action Outstanding Items from Site Audits
Ensure teams have a consistent understanding of systems and processes
Ensure that all team members operate according to Construction's principles and standards
Attend regular project meetings
Review applications for payments prior to submission
Develop and manage contractual programmes
Produce monthly Contractor reports
Hold project performance meetings
Input into CVR's and attend regular update meetings
Develop accurate forecasts
Overall project cost control - Work with commercial team to understand scheme performance
Cost Risk Control - Early identification on problematic projects
Strong understanding of Health & Safety guidance - Regular Meetings with H&S team - Action outstanding items from site audits
Ensure project team is delivering and identify problem areas
Co-ordinate with all departments within the business
Work with the Buyer and Commercial Leads To Optimise Material Supply's
Ensure All Road Space Permits Are ObtainedCustomer/Market
Understand, anticipate and deliver client requirements
Support and implement a culture of customer centricity
Working with clients to ensure volume is maximised
Develop Relationships with Clients, Sub Contractors and SuppliersPeople/Organisation
Lead, manage, motivate and engage all staff to optimize their contribution to the business
Manage project reports
Support and reflect the culture within the business
Ensure a culture of compliance within the business
Promote a 'Can Do Culture'Person Spec
Qualifications
Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering/Construction (Desirable)
HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering/Construction (Required)
6 years' minimum experience within highways or civil engineering
Appropriate CSCS (Required)
SMSTS (Required)
NEC Certification (desirable)
Project Management qualifications (desirable)Skills
Strong Understanding on NEC3 contracts
Able to make and be accountable for decisions within the project
Customer relationship management
Programme management
IT and data analysis skills
Ability to understand commercial contractsPeople/Organisation
Lead, manage, motivate and engage all staff to optimize their contribution to the business
Manage project reports
Support and reflect King Construction's culture within the business
Ensure a culture of compliance within the business
Promote a 'Can Do Culture
27/10/2020
Permanent
Our client are a leading Construction business operating in the Highways and Civil Engineering space. They are looking for a Project Manager to join their succesful team.
Main Purpose
Reports to the Highways Director/Framework Director
Responsible for overall management of projects, ensuring projects meet business planSize and scope: Typically, responsible for revenue of up to £15m and typically manages headcount of up to 50 people
Responsibilities
Finance/Operations
Control Over the entire project
Deliver revenue within agreed budgets
Plan and manage the work schedule for the project lifecycle
Ensure compliance with Health and Safety standards
Attend Regular Meetings with H&S Team - Action Outstanding Items from Site Audits
Ensure teams have a consistent understanding of systems and processes
Ensure that all team members operate according to Construction's principles and standards
Attend regular project meetings
Review applications for payments prior to submission
Develop and manage contractual programmes
Produce monthly Contractor reports
Hold project performance meetings
Input into CVR's and attend regular update meetings
Develop accurate forecasts
Overall project cost control - Work with commercial team to understand scheme performance
Cost Risk Control - Early identification on problematic projects
Strong understanding of Health & Safety guidance - Regular Meetings with H&S team - Action outstanding items from site audits
Ensure project team is delivering and identify problem areas
Co-ordinate with all departments within the business
Work with the Buyer and Commercial Leads To Optimise Material Supply's
Ensure All Road Space Permits Are ObtainedCustomer/Market
Understand, anticipate and deliver client requirements
Support and implement a culture of customer centricity
Working with clients to ensure volume is maximised
Develop Relationships with Clients, Sub Contractors and SuppliersPeople/Organisation
Lead, manage, motivate and engage all staff to optimize their contribution to the business
Manage project reports
Support and reflect the culture within the business
Ensure a culture of compliance within the business
Promote a 'Can Do Culture'Person Spec
Qualifications
Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering/Construction (Desirable)
HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering/Construction (Required)
6 years' minimum experience within highways or civil engineering
Appropriate CSCS (Required)
SMSTS (Required)
NEC Certification (desirable)
Project Management qualifications (desirable)Skills
Strong Understanding on NEC3 contracts
Able to make and be accountable for decisions within the project
Customer relationship management
Programme management
IT and data analysis skills
Ability to understand commercial contractsPeople/Organisation
Lead, manage, motivate and engage all staff to optimize their contribution to the business
Manage project reports
Support and reflect King Construction's culture within the business
Ensure a culture of compliance within the business
Promote a 'Can Do Culture
Operations Director - Facilities Services Sector
Location: National
Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 plus excellent benefits
Our client is a dynamic, ambitious, international facilities services (FM) provider, who is looking for an experienced, progressive and collaborative Operations Director.
Reporting into the Managing Director, the successful candidate will innovate and lead best practice and operational excellence within their portfolio. This exciting opportunity is core to shaping this high growth business. It requires strong leadership and entrepreneurial ability, where client interaction is significant and excellent relationship management is key.
The role and its responsibilities include:
*Proven experience in a senior operational management role, managing a range of service lines through teams across multiple sites and a wide variety of industry sectors
*Collaboration with executive management in the development of performance goals, process improvement and long-term operational plans
*Management of significant budgets with the ability to demonstrate and implement initiatives to measure and improve financial targets
*Involvement in supporting business development activity through commercial input, tender submissions and client presentations
Skills and qualifications include:
*A relevant Business Degree or equivalent
*5+ years senior leadership role in an appropriate field
*Expert knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles including finance, customer service, operations and people management
*Capable of removing barriers and driving innovation throughout the organisation
*Able to use a creative approach to influence at all levels, leading the team to meet demanding targets and deadlines within a modern, fast-paced environment and creating a "can do" culture
The successful candidate will have the following characteristics:
*Entrepreneurial spirit, together with an energy and passion to develop a successful and growing division
*Collaborative in style, capable of inspiring others to work together
*A passion for providing first class customer service
*Strong and motivational leadership skills, with the ability to lead by example and "win hearts and minds"
*Excellent influencing skills at all organisational levels, including the ability to develop credibility quickly
*Excellent commercial, negotiating and networking skills
This role is likely to suit an ambitious person with "headroom" to develop a career in a progressive organisation. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience of leading operations in multi-site service businesses including Facilities Management, Hospitality, Transport and Retail.
If you are a driven, collaborative Operations Director who is interested in joining a dynamic team where you will have real influence, please can you send your CV in WORD format quoting reference (phone number removed)/18/LT/EL. Please give details of your current remuneration package and availability. We regret we cannot take telephone enquiries relating to this vacancy, due to the high level of responses expected
14/08/2020
Permanent
Operations Director - Facilities Services Sector
Location: National
Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 plus excellent benefits
Our client is a dynamic, ambitious, international facilities services (FM) provider, who is looking for an experienced, progressive and collaborative Operations Director.
Reporting into the Managing Director, the successful candidate will innovate and lead best practice and operational excellence within their portfolio. This exciting opportunity is core to shaping this high growth business. It requires strong leadership and entrepreneurial ability, where client interaction is significant and excellent relationship management is key.
The role and its responsibilities include:
*Proven experience in a senior operational management role, managing a range of service lines through teams across multiple sites and a wide variety of industry sectors
*Collaboration with executive management in the development of performance goals, process improvement and long-term operational plans
*Management of significant budgets with the ability to demonstrate and implement initiatives to measure and improve financial targets
*Involvement in supporting business development activity through commercial input, tender submissions and client presentations
Skills and qualifications include:
*A relevant Business Degree or equivalent
*5+ years senior leadership role in an appropriate field
*Expert knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles including finance, customer service, operations and people management
*Capable of removing barriers and driving innovation throughout the organisation
*Able to use a creative approach to influence at all levels, leading the team to meet demanding targets and deadlines within a modern, fast-paced environment and creating a "can do" culture
The successful candidate will have the following characteristics:
*Entrepreneurial spirit, together with an energy and passion to develop a successful and growing division
*Collaborative in style, capable of inspiring others to work together
*A passion for providing first class customer service
*Strong and motivational leadership skills, with the ability to lead by example and "win hearts and minds"
*Excellent influencing skills at all organisational levels, including the ability to develop credibility quickly
*Excellent commercial, negotiating and networking skills
This role is likely to suit an ambitious person with "headroom" to develop a career in a progressive organisation. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience of leading operations in multi-site service businesses including Facilities Management, Hospitality, Transport and Retail.
If you are a driven, collaborative Operations Director who is interested in joining a dynamic team where you will have real influence, please can you send your CV in WORD format quoting reference (phone number removed)/18/LT/EL. Please give details of your current remuneration package and availability. We regret we cannot take telephone enquiries relating to this vacancy, due to the high level of responses expected
Operations Director - Facilities Services Sector
Location: National
Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 plus excellent benefits
Our client is a dynamic, ambitious, international facilities services (FM) provider, who is looking for an experienced, progressive and collaborative Operations Director.
Reporting into the Managing Director, the successful candidate will innovate and lead best practice and operational excellence within their portfolio. This exciting opportunity is core to shaping this high growth business. It requires strong leadership and entrepreneurial ability, where client interaction is significant and excellent relationship management is key.
The role and its responsibilities include:
*Proven experience in a senior operational management role, managing a range of service lines through teams across multiple sites and a wide variety of industry sectors
*Collaboration with executive management in the development of performance goals, process improvement and long-term operational plans
*Management of significant budgets with the ability to demonstrate and implement initiatives to measure and improve financial targets
*Involvement in supporting business development activity through commercial input, tender submissions and client presentations
Skills and qualifications include:
*A relevant Business Degree or equivalent
*5+ years senior leadership role in an appropriate field
*Expert knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles including finance, customer service, operations and people management
*Capable of removing barriers and driving innovation throughout the organisation
*Able to use a creative approach to influence at all levels, leading the team to meet demanding targets and deadlines within a modern, fast-paced environment and creating a "can do" culture
The successful candidate will have the following characteristics:
*Entrepreneurial spirit, together with an energy and passion to develop a successful and growing division
*Collaborative in style, capable of inspiring others to work together
*A passion for providing first class customer service
*Strong and motivational leadership skills, with the ability to lead by example and "win hearts and minds"
*Excellent influencing skills at all organisational levels, including the ability to develop credibility quickly
*Excellent commercial, negotiating and networking skills
This role is likely to suit an ambitious person with "headroom" to develop a career in a progressive organisation. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience of leading operations in multi-site service businesses including Facilities Management, Hospitality, Transport and Retail.
If you are a driven, collaborative Operations Director who is interested in joining a dynamic team where you will have real influence, please can you send your CV in WORD format quoting reference (phone number removed)/18/LT/EL. Please give details of your current remuneration package and availability. We regret we cannot take telephone enquiries relating to this vacancy, due to the high level of responses expected
14/08/2020
Permanent
Operations Director - Facilities Services Sector
Location: National
Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 plus excellent benefits
Our client is a dynamic, ambitious, international facilities services (FM) provider, who is looking for an experienced, progressive and collaborative Operations Director.
Reporting into the Managing Director, the successful candidate will innovate and lead best practice and operational excellence within their portfolio. This exciting opportunity is core to shaping this high growth business. It requires strong leadership and entrepreneurial ability, where client interaction is significant and excellent relationship management is key.
The role and its responsibilities include:
*Proven experience in a senior operational management role, managing a range of service lines through teams across multiple sites and a wide variety of industry sectors
*Collaboration with executive management in the development of performance goals, process improvement and long-term operational plans
*Management of significant budgets with the ability to demonstrate and implement initiatives to measure and improve financial targets
*Involvement in supporting business development activity through commercial input, tender submissions and client presentations
Skills and qualifications include:
*A relevant Business Degree or equivalent
*5+ years senior leadership role in an appropriate field
*Expert knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles including finance, customer service, operations and people management
*Capable of removing barriers and driving innovation throughout the organisation
*Able to use a creative approach to influence at all levels, leading the team to meet demanding targets and deadlines within a modern, fast-paced environment and creating a "can do" culture
The successful candidate will have the following characteristics:
*Entrepreneurial spirit, together with an energy and passion to develop a successful and growing division
*Collaborative in style, capable of inspiring others to work together
*A passion for providing first class customer service
*Strong and motivational leadership skills, with the ability to lead by example and "win hearts and minds"
*Excellent influencing skills at all organisational levels, including the ability to develop credibility quickly
*Excellent commercial, negotiating and networking skills
This role is likely to suit an ambitious person with "headroom" to develop a career in a progressive organisation. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience of leading operations in multi-site service businesses including Facilities Management, Hospitality, Transport and Retail.
If you are a driven, collaborative Operations Director who is interested in joining a dynamic team where you will have real influence, please can you send your CV in WORD format quoting reference (phone number removed)/18/LT/EL. Please give details of your current remuneration package and availability. We regret we cannot take telephone enquiries relating to this vacancy, due to the high level of responses expected
Operations Director - Facilities Services Sector
Location: National
Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 plus excellent benefits
Our client is a dynamic, ambitious, international facilities services (FM) provider, who is looking for an experienced, progressive and collaborative Operations Director.
Reporting into the Managing Director, the successful candidate will innovate and lead best practice and operational excellence within their portfolio. This exciting opportunity is core to shaping this high growth business. It requires strong leadership and entrepreneurial ability, where client interaction is significant and excellent relationship management is key.
The role and its responsibilities include:
*Proven experience in a senior operational management role, managing a range of service lines through teams across multiple sites and a wide variety of industry sectors
*Collaboration with executive management in the development of performance goals, process improvement and long-term operational plans
*Management of significant budgets with the ability to demonstrate and implement initiatives to measure and improve financial targets
*Involvement in supporting business development activity through commercial input, tender submissions and client presentations
Skills and qualifications include:
*A relevant Business Degree or equivalent
*5+ years senior leadership role in an appropriate field
*Expert knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles including finance, customer service, operations and people management
*Capable of removing barriers and driving innovation throughout the organisation
*Able to use a creative approach to influence at all levels, leading the team to meet demanding targets and deadlines within a modern, fast-paced environment and creating a "can do" culture
The successful candidate will have the following characteristics:
*Entrepreneurial spirit, together with an energy and passion to develop a successful and growing division
*Collaborative in style, capable of inspiring others to work together
*A passion for providing first class customer service
*Strong and motivational leadership skills, with the ability to lead by example and "win hearts and minds"
*Excellent influencing skills at all organisational levels, including the ability to develop credibility quickly
*Excellent commercial, negotiating and networking skills
This role is likely to suit an ambitious person with "headroom" to develop a career in a progressive organisation. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience of leading operations in multi-site service businesses including Facilities Management, Hospitality, Transport and Retail.
If you are a driven, collaborative Operations Director who is interested in joining a dynamic team where you will have real influence, please can you send your CV in WORD format quoting reference (phone number removed)/18/LT/EL. Please give details of your current remuneration package and availability. We regret we cannot take telephone enquiries relating to this vacancy, due to the high level of responses expected
14/08/2020
Permanent
Operations Director - Facilities Services Sector
Location: National
Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 plus excellent benefits
Our client is a dynamic, ambitious, international facilities services (FM) provider, who is looking for an experienced, progressive and collaborative Operations Director.
Reporting into the Managing Director, the successful candidate will innovate and lead best practice and operational excellence within their portfolio. This exciting opportunity is core to shaping this high growth business. It requires strong leadership and entrepreneurial ability, where client interaction is significant and excellent relationship management is key.
The role and its responsibilities include:
*Proven experience in a senior operational management role, managing a range of service lines through teams across multiple sites and a wide variety of industry sectors
*Collaboration with executive management in the development of performance goals, process improvement and long-term operational plans
*Management of significant budgets with the ability to demonstrate and implement initiatives to measure and improve financial targets
*Involvement in supporting business development activity through commercial input, tender submissions and client presentations
Skills and qualifications include:
*A relevant Business Degree or equivalent
*5+ years senior leadership role in an appropriate field
*Expert knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles including finance, customer service, operations and people management
*Capable of removing barriers and driving innovation throughout the organisation
*Able to use a creative approach to influence at all levels, leading the team to meet demanding targets and deadlines within a modern, fast-paced environment and creating a "can do" culture
The successful candidate will have the following characteristics:
*Entrepreneurial spirit, together with an energy and passion to develop a successful and growing division
*Collaborative in style, capable of inspiring others to work together
*A passion for providing first class customer service
*Strong and motivational leadership skills, with the ability to lead by example and "win hearts and minds"
*Excellent influencing skills at all organisational levels, including the ability to develop credibility quickly
*Excellent commercial, negotiating and networking skills
This role is likely to suit an ambitious person with "headroom" to develop a career in a progressive organisation. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience of leading operations in multi-site service businesses including Facilities Management, Hospitality, Transport and Retail.
If you are a driven, collaborative Operations Director who is interested in joining a dynamic team where you will have real influence, please can you send your CV in WORD format quoting reference (phone number removed)/18/LT/EL. Please give details of your current remuneration package and availability. We regret we cannot take telephone enquiries relating to this vacancy, due to the high level of responses expected
RESPONSIBILITIES
Providing support to the client and answer calls and emails in a professional and timely manner
Determine the nature, priority of faults based on information provided by the client
Liaise closely with site teams and head office, ensuring accurate processing of quotations and purchase orders
Managing the supply chain and drive them to attend within required SLA's
Driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's
To obtain a comprehensive understanding of the scope of the contract and ensure that all work is carried out in accordance to the contract scope and not outside of this
Raise and assign work orders to relevant resources
Actively identify and implement innovation across the contract to enhance performance and continue to meet client expectations
Monitoring calls received from the customer through to call completion and updating records
Allocation of internal engineers to call outs and maintenance visits, driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's.
Ensure QHSE documentation is maintained and readily available using company systems
Manage system as a key user on site including PPM records, reactives and reporting
Promote and maintain company culture throughout the team
Maintain people records such as new starters, leavers, general staff changes, contact details, etc
Effective communication with all levels of internal teams and external customers
Familiar with daily operations and the specific scope of the contract
Undertake any other duties as requested by the Contract Manager, Lead Contract Support, or Finance & Contract Support Manager
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education
Good basic education to GCSE (or equivalent standard), which will include an English and Maths qualification.
Education to A-Level/HNC standard would be beneficial
Training
Very proficient in the use of Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Excel skills to include basic functions, v-lookups, etc.
Experience of using Dynamics, Concept, Maximo.
Experience
Experience of a similar customer facing role in a medium-sized business.
Well-developed communication skills enabling the individual to work with Senior Managers, clients, suppliers, and staff of all levels and abilities.
Aptitudes
Excellent command of the English language demonstrated through good verbal and written communication.
Must be detail conscious, accurate and methodical in approach.
Strong organizational and communication skills
Able to work systematically and use own initiative.
Able to work on more than one task at any given time.
Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a team as well as independently.
Character
Must demonstrate a strong sense of customer focus, and promote a sense of team spirit and good morale within the office.
Reliable, able to complete work within required time frame and manage own deadline requirements.
Calm manner able to work under pressure and against rapidly changing demands and priorities.
Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, providing support to other areas of the business on occasions, as required.
14/08/2020
Full time
RESPONSIBILITIES
Providing support to the client and answer calls and emails in a professional and timely manner
Determine the nature, priority of faults based on information provided by the client
Liaise closely with site teams and head office, ensuring accurate processing of quotations and purchase orders
Managing the supply chain and drive them to attend within required SLA's
Driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's
To obtain a comprehensive understanding of the scope of the contract and ensure that all work is carried out in accordance to the contract scope and not outside of this
Raise and assign work orders to relevant resources
Actively identify and implement innovation across the contract to enhance performance and continue to meet client expectations
Monitoring calls received from the customer through to call completion and updating records
Allocation of internal engineers to call outs and maintenance visits, driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's.
Ensure QHSE documentation is maintained and readily available using company systems
Manage system as a key user on site including PPM records, reactives and reporting
Promote and maintain company culture throughout the team
Maintain people records such as new starters, leavers, general staff changes, contact details, etc
Effective communication with all levels of internal teams and external customers
Familiar with daily operations and the specific scope of the contract
Undertake any other duties as requested by the Contract Manager, Lead Contract Support, or Finance & Contract Support Manager
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education
Good basic education to GCSE (or equivalent standard), which will include an English and Maths qualification.
Education to A-Level/HNC standard would be beneficial
Training
Very proficient in the use of Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Excel skills to include basic functions, v-lookups, etc.
Experience of using Dynamics, Concept, Maximo.
Experience
Experience of a similar customer facing role in a medium-sized business.
Well-developed communication skills enabling the individual to work with Senior Managers, clients, suppliers, and staff of all levels and abilities.
Aptitudes
Excellent command of the English language demonstrated through good verbal and written communication.
Must be detail conscious, accurate and methodical in approach.
Strong organizational and communication skills
Able to work systematically and use own initiative.
Able to work on more than one task at any given time.
Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a team as well as independently.
Character
Must demonstrate a strong sense of customer focus, and promote a sense of team spirit and good morale within the office.
Reliable, able to complete work within required time frame and manage own deadline requirements.
Calm manner able to work under pressure and against rapidly changing demands and priorities.
Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, providing support to other areas of the business on occasions, as required.
We are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join our projects division to based in the North West. The projects cover M&E, building services, fabric/build to large scale estates across the North West.
The position is a permanent role with a competitive package (50-60k) based from the North West region with national travel
Job Role:
The role Quantity Surveying Role will include leading the assessment and delivery of projects in line with Group policies and procedures
Implement, direct, monitor and control the commercial framework consistently across Projects in the North West area including customer contracts, risk and legal requirements
Improve the profitability and competitive performance of the business
Relentless pursuit of reduced risk and optimised profit
Establish business relationships with operations, estimators & finance functions within the division
Provide monthly business analysis of the projects to Commercial Manager and Head of Projects
Provide commercial input to business proposal. Full responsibility for the negotiations, valuations, interims and final accounts
Accountable for own development plan for continuous improvement of competences in relation to the career development program
Valuation of works on all live projects
Certification of payments for the supply chain including sub-contractors
Ensure all supply chain invoice correctly and align with valuations
Final account all Sub Contract and client works
Full cost control in line with the contract review. Being prepared ahead of review, having worked closely with the project team and or PM understanding any changes to the contracted works.
Support the PMs with managing and owning the number of anyone project
Sense check all tenders ahead of Adjudication.
Working with the HoP/PM to ensure compliance with the contract.
Variation control ensuring we maximise our recovery and margin expectationsCandidate Profile
Extensive experience in a services environment of value led sales pricing and general cost estimating
Experienced in contract value optimisation
Experience in preparing and negotiating legal and commercial aspects of sizeable contracts
A thorough understanding of the principles of risk management
Strong analysis and report writing skills demonstrating attention to detail
Able to work as part of a team and communicate issues to both Divisional Commercial Manager and local colleagues
Good presentation skills, both written and oral with high drive and energy levels
Proven ability to contribute to the development of long-term business plans and commercial strategy
Proven experience in negotiating complex deals with third party suppliers
Ideally qualified to HNC/degree level in engineering, commercial management, business administration or facilities management
Valid full driving licence
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23/07/2020
Permanent
We are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join our projects division to based in the North West. The projects cover M&E, building services, fabric/build to large scale estates across the North West.
The position is a permanent role with a competitive package (50-60k) based from the North West region with national travel
Job Role:
The role Quantity Surveying Role will include leading the assessment and delivery of projects in line with Group policies and procedures
Implement, direct, monitor and control the commercial framework consistently across Projects in the North West area including customer contracts, risk and legal requirements
Improve the profitability and competitive performance of the business
Relentless pursuit of reduced risk and optimised profit
Establish business relationships with operations, estimators & finance functions within the division
Provide monthly business analysis of the projects to Commercial Manager and Head of Projects
Provide commercial input to business proposal. Full responsibility for the negotiations, valuations, interims and final accounts
Accountable for own development plan for continuous improvement of competences in relation to the career development program
Valuation of works on all live projects
Certification of payments for the supply chain including sub-contractors
Ensure all supply chain invoice correctly and align with valuations
Final account all Sub Contract and client works
Full cost control in line with the contract review. Being prepared ahead of review, having worked closely with the project team and or PM understanding any changes to the contracted works.
Support the PMs with managing and owning the number of anyone project
Sense check all tenders ahead of Adjudication.
Working with the HoP/PM to ensure compliance with the contract.
Variation control ensuring we maximise our recovery and margin expectationsCandidate Profile
Extensive experience in a services environment of value led sales pricing and general cost estimating
Experienced in contract value optimisation
Experience in preparing and negotiating legal and commercial aspects of sizeable contracts
A thorough understanding of the principles of risk management
Strong analysis and report writing skills demonstrating attention to detail
Able to work as part of a team and communicate issues to both Divisional Commercial Manager and local colleagues
Good presentation skills, both written and oral with high drive and energy levels
Proven ability to contribute to the development of long-term business plans and commercial strategy
Proven experience in negotiating complex deals with third party suppliers
Ideally qualified to HNC/degree level in engineering, commercial management, business administration or facilities management
Valid full driving licence
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Rail Agents of all levels, 3 Individual opportunites, 1 outstanding employer!
Quite frankly, if you are seeking for a professional forward thinking employer who are driven and first and foremost, honourable - we think you needs will be well matched with this main contractor. This is a privately owned business who have traded successfully for over 40 years. The company has extensive work scheduled across the South and South East in conjunction with Network Rail and other clients. The projected growth strategy for this business is quite simply staggering – circa 10% growth, year on year for the past 4 years, making this a strong opportunity for career progression.
There is a rich blend of work, from platforms and bridges to car parks and ticket halls and also a fair amount of track-side work - valued from £2m-£8m.
Key Roles, Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Leadership and Planning
• Plan projects while ensuring they are programmed to a level of detail necessary for site teams to deliver projects without delays, while driving best value
• Deliver projects in compliance with group policies and procedures
• Take ownership alongside the commercial teams of financial forecasting, monitoring and the control of project costs, driving cost reporting and commercial awareness, while
always challenging the status quo
• Produce daily, weekly and monthly reports to the Senior Site Agent and Project Manager on project performance, efficient team building and resources
• Produce and analyse client project progress reports, updated costs and forecasts
• Ensure the proper use, commercial engagement and management of the supply chain
• Take the lead for effective cost control, maintaining close liaison with operations and
commercial managers for Project Controls, Change Management, Planning, Risk
Management, Finance and Procurement.
• Assist with the compilation and review of monthly CVRs, implementing necessary
actions
• Ensure weekly review of progress, budget resources and forward planning is carried out,and that lookahead programmes are in place
• Chair and attend internal and external meetings and ensure the production of accurate
records of any discussions and actions
• Ensure timely management of both temporary and permanent design to meet the
requirements of each project and lead all actions to solve technical difficulties and
improve performance in terms of progress and quality
• Be seen as a proud and effective Site Agent and leader of your team. Coach and
motivate the site teams and lead by example promoting the values of the company
• Encourage and act on feedback – ensure your team’s, customer and client feedback and comments are acknowledged, prioritised and actioned
• Manage change, be an effective problem solver and embrace innovation
• Manage and drive team and individual performance to meet deadlines and quality
standards taking account of impact outside area of responsibility
• Be the main point of contact for projects and communicate effectively to ensure the
client’s needs are fully understood and delivered.
Health, Safety, Environmental, Quality and Social Management
• By example, promote the highest possible standards of leadership when implementing
procedures and best practice, ensuring compliance with Group procedures and legal
obligations encouraging a safety culture in full support of the company values
• Allocate responsibilities and duties for site personnel, check understanding and
provide training as necessary
• Take ownership and ensure that Health, Safety, Environmental, Quality and Social
Management documents and procedures are implemented on each project, kept up to
date and undertake weekly site inspections, ensuring that audits and reports are
produced, liaising with the necessary parties
• Proactively promote continuous improvement initiatives (e.g. customer and supplier
feedback, back to basics, process improvements and knowledge management)
• Ensure safe systems of work are well developed, briefed and implemented by the site
teams in line with the Group Business Management System
• Liaise with third parties to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Projects Management
• Take ownership of individual projects, being commercially aware while managing risk
and site activities to ensure work is completed on time and within budget, to deliver work profitably and sustainably
• Put in place measures including documentation and briefings to ensure accurate
implementation of all engineering controls and compliance with the contract drawings
and specification
• Ensure projects are contractually and commercially managed, including responsibility for ensuring all contractual timescales are adhered to
• Overseeing and supporting the site teams, perform the role of Contractors Responsible Engineer delegated duties and managing contractual communications.
• Manage and monitor the contract deliverables, ensuring all such deliverables and
associated communications to clients are completed in a timely manner to ensure the company meets its contractual obligations in a collaborative and integrative approach.
• Deputise for the Senior Site Agent and Project Manager, as required, providing
appropriate commercial information to promote informed decision-making.
• Make sure all works delivered represent value for money and ensure that fair and
effective commercial management processes are implemented and maintained during
the life of projects.
• Support the commercial team in final account negotiations and settlements of the
contracts and support the team with the contract close out.
Person specification - Qualifications, Technical skills and Experience
• Qualifications and Training
Essential
▪ NVQ/HNC/HND/Related Degree Level
▪ PTS/COSS/SWL
▪ SMSTS
▪ TWC or TWS
▪ CSCS
Desirable
▪ Chartered membership (ICE or CIOB)
▪ CRE
▪ SSOWP
There is a generous and comprehensive package on offer includsing an upper quartile salary and bonus.
For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Tristan Prior
14/07/2020
Permanent
Rail Agents of all levels, 3 Individual opportunites, 1 outstanding employer!
Quite frankly, if you are seeking for a professional forward thinking employer who are driven and first and foremost, honourable - we think you needs will be well matched with this main contractor. This is a privately owned business who have traded successfully for over 40 years. The company has extensive work scheduled across the South and South East in conjunction with Network Rail and other clients. The projected growth strategy for this business is quite simply staggering – circa 10% growth, year on year for the past 4 years, making this a strong opportunity for career progression.
There is a rich blend of work, from platforms and bridges to car parks and ticket halls and also a fair amount of track-side work - valued from £2m-£8m.
Key Roles, Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Leadership and Planning
• Plan projects while ensuring they are programmed to a level of detail necessary for site teams to deliver projects without delays, while driving best value
• Deliver projects in compliance with group policies and procedures
• Take ownership alongside the commercial teams of financial forecasting, monitoring and the control of project costs, driving cost reporting and commercial awareness, while
always challenging the status quo
• Produce daily, weekly and monthly reports to the Senior Site Agent and Project Manager on project performance, efficient team building and resources
• Produce and analyse client project progress reports, updated costs and forecasts
• Ensure the proper use, commercial engagement and management of the supply chain
• Take the lead for effective cost control, maintaining close liaison with operations and
commercial managers for Project Controls, Change Management, Planning, Risk
Management, Finance and Procurement.
• Assist with the compilation and review of monthly CVRs, implementing necessary
actions
• Ensure weekly review of progress, budget resources and forward planning is carried out,and that lookahead programmes are in place
• Chair and attend internal and external meetings and ensure the production of accurate
records of any discussions and actions
• Ensure timely management of both temporary and permanent design to meet the
requirements of each project and lead all actions to solve technical difficulties and
improve performance in terms of progress and quality
• Be seen as a proud and effective Site Agent and leader of your team. Coach and
motivate the site teams and lead by example promoting the values of the company
• Encourage and act on feedback – ensure your team’s, customer and client feedback and comments are acknowledged, prioritised and actioned
• Manage change, be an effective problem solver and embrace innovation
• Manage and drive team and individual performance to meet deadlines and quality
standards taking account of impact outside area of responsibility
• Be the main point of contact for projects and communicate effectively to ensure the
client’s needs are fully understood and delivered.
Health, Safety, Environmental, Quality and Social Management
• By example, promote the highest possible standards of leadership when implementing
procedures and best practice, ensuring compliance with Group procedures and legal
obligations encouraging a safety culture in full support of the company values
• Allocate responsibilities and duties for site personnel, check understanding and
provide training as necessary
• Take ownership and ensure that Health, Safety, Environmental, Quality and Social
Management documents and procedures are implemented on each project, kept up to
date and undertake weekly site inspections, ensuring that audits and reports are
produced, liaising with the necessary parties
• Proactively promote continuous improvement initiatives (e.g. customer and supplier
feedback, back to basics, process improvements and knowledge management)
• Ensure safe systems of work are well developed, briefed and implemented by the site
teams in line with the Group Business Management System
• Liaise with third parties to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Projects Management
• Take ownership of individual projects, being commercially aware while managing risk
and site activities to ensure work is completed on time and within budget, to deliver work profitably and sustainably
• Put in place measures including documentation and briefings to ensure accurate
implementation of all engineering controls and compliance with the contract drawings
and specification
• Ensure projects are contractually and commercially managed, including responsibility for ensuring all contractual timescales are adhered to
• Overseeing and supporting the site teams, perform the role of Contractors Responsible Engineer delegated duties and managing contractual communications.
• Manage and monitor the contract deliverables, ensuring all such deliverables and
associated communications to clients are completed in a timely manner to ensure the company meets its contractual obligations in a collaborative and integrative approach.
• Deputise for the Senior Site Agent and Project Manager, as required, providing
appropriate commercial information to promote informed decision-making.
• Make sure all works delivered represent value for money and ensure that fair and
effective commercial management processes are implemented and maintained during
the life of projects.
• Support the commercial team in final account negotiations and settlements of the
contracts and support the team with the contract close out.
Person specification - Qualifications, Technical skills and Experience
• Qualifications and Training
Essential
▪ NVQ/HNC/HND/Related Degree Level
▪ PTS/COSS/SWL
▪ SMSTS
▪ TWC or TWS
▪ CSCS
Desirable
▪ Chartered membership (ICE or CIOB)
▪ CRE
▪ SSOWP
There is a generous and comprehensive package on offer includsing an upper quartile salary and bonus.
For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Tristan Prior
Rail Project Manager
Quite frankly, if you are seeking for a professional forward thinking employer who are driven and first and foremost, honourable - we think you needs will be well matched with this main contractor. This is a privately owned business who have traded successfully for over 40 years. The company has extensive work scheduled across the South and South East in conjunction with Network Rail and other clients. The projected growth strategy for this business is quite simply staggering – circa 10% growth, year on year for the past 4 years, making this a strong opportunity for career progression.
There is a rich blend of work, from platforms and bridges to car parks and ticket halls and also a fair amount of track-side work - valued from £2m-£8m.
The role:
Providing firstclass, consistent and effective project management, leading and directing multi-disciplinary project teams (Commercial, Planning, Site Management) while ensuring appropriate resources are allocated across all projects. The post-holder will work closely with the estimating department, engineers and surveyors to ensure that projects are completed in a safe manner whilst customer requirements and xpectations are always maintained or exceeded.
Key Roles, Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Leadership and Planning
• Take ownership alongside the commercial teams of financial forecasting, monitoring and the control of project costs, driving cost reporting and commercial awareness, while
always challenging the status quo
• Produce monthly reports to the Contracts Manager on project performance, efficient
team building and resources
• Plan projects while ensuring they are programmed to a level of detail necessary for site teams to deliver projects without delays, while driving best value
• Ensure projects are delivered in compliance with group policies and procedures
• Sponsor tenders, arrange tender handover and deliver pre-start meetings to the site
teams
• Produce and analyse client project progress reports, updated costs and forecasts
• Ensure the proper use, commercial engagement and management of the supply chain
• Take the lead for maintaining close liaison with operations and commercial managers for
Project Controls, Change Management, Planning, Risk Management, Finance and
Procurement.
• Oversee the monthly CVRs with the project teams, implementing necessary actions
• Ensure weekly review of progress, budget resources and forward planning is carried out, and that lookahead programmes are in place
• Chair and attend internal and external meetings and ensure the production of accurate
records of any discussions and actions
• Ensure timely management of both temporary and permanent design to meet the
requirements of each project and lead all actions to solve technical difficulties and
improve performance in terms of progress and quality
• Be seen as a proud and effective Project Manager and leader of your team. Coach
and motivate the site teams and lead by example promoting the values of the company
• Encourage and act on feedback – ensure your team’s, customer and client feedback and comments are acknowledged, prioritised and actioned
• Manage change, be an effective problem solver and embrace innovation
• Manage and drive team and individual performance to meet deadlines and quality
standards taking account of impact outside area of responsibility
• Be the main point of contact for projects and communicate effectively to ensure the
client’s needs are fully understood and delivered.
Health, Safety, Environmental, Quality and Social Management
• By example, promote the highest possible standards of leadership when implementing
procedures and best practice, ensuring compliance with Group procedures and legal
obligations encouraging a safety culture in full support the company values
• Allocate responsibilities and duties for site personnel, check understanding and
provide training as necessary
• Oversee and ensure that Health, Safety, Environmental, Quality and Social Management documents and procedures are implemented on each project by site teams, kept up to date and undertake senior manager site inspections, ensuring that audits and reports are produced, liaising with the necessary parties
• Proactively promote continuous improvement initiatives (e.g. customer and supplier
feedback, back to basics, process improvements and knowledge management)
• Ensure safe systems of work are well developed, briefed and implemented by the site
teams in line with the Group Business Management System
• Liaise with third parties to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Project Management
• Take ownership of multiple projects, leading delivery teams to manage risk ensuring
work is completed safely, on time and within budget, to deliver work profitably and
sustainably
• Ensure accurate implementation of all engineering controls and compliance with the
contract drawings and specification
• Ensure all projects are contractually and commercially managed, including responsibility for ensuring all contractual timescales are adhered to
• Overseeing and supporting the site teams, perform the role of Contractors Responsible Engineer duties and managing contractual communications.
• Manage and monitor the contract deliverables, ensuring all deliverables and associated communications to clients are completed to ensure the company meets its contractual obligations in a collaborative and integrative approach.
• Deputise for the Contracts Manager, as required, providing appropriate commercial
information to promote informed decision-making.
• Make sure all works delivered represent value for money and ensure that fair and
effective commercial management processes are implemented and maintained during
the life of projects.
• Support the commercial team in final account negotiations and settlements of the
contracts and support the team with the contract close out.
Requirements:
* MUST have previous (ideally current), Rail exprience as PM with a principle contractor.
* HNC/HND/Related Degree Level
* Chartered membership (ICE or CIOB)
* CRE
* PTS/COSS/SWL
* SMSTS
* TWC
* CSCS
There is a generous and comprehensive package on offer includsing an upper quartile salary and bonus.
For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Tristan Prior
14/07/2020
Permanent
Rail Project Manager
Quite frankly, if you are seeking for a professional forward thinking employer who are driven and first and foremost, honourable - we think you needs will be well matched with this main contractor. This is a privately owned business who have traded successfully for over 40 years. The company has extensive work scheduled across the South and South East in conjunction with Network Rail and other clients. The projected growth strategy for this business is quite simply staggering – circa 10% growth, year on year for the past 4 years, making this a strong opportunity for career progression.
There is a rich blend of work, from platforms and bridges to car parks and ticket halls and also a fair amount of track-side work - valued from £2m-£8m.
The role:
Providing firstclass, consistent and effective project management, leading and directing multi-disciplinary project teams (Commercial, Planning, Site Management) while ensuring appropriate resources are allocated across all projects. The post-holder will work closely with the estimating department, engineers and surveyors to ensure that projects are completed in a safe manner whilst customer requirements and xpectations are always maintained or exceeded.
Key Roles, Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Leadership and Planning
• Take ownership alongside the commercial teams of financial forecasting, monitoring and the control of project costs, driving cost reporting and commercial awareness, while
always challenging the status quo
• Produce monthly reports to the Contracts Manager on project performance, efficient
team building and resources
• Plan projects while ensuring they are programmed to a level of detail necessary for site teams to deliver projects without delays, while driving best value
• Ensure projects are delivered in compliance with group policies and procedures
• Sponsor tenders, arrange tender handover and deliver pre-start meetings to the site
teams
• Produce and analyse client project progress reports, updated costs and forecasts
• Ensure the proper use, commercial engagement and management of the supply chain
• Take the lead for maintaining close liaison with operations and commercial managers for
Project Controls, Change Management, Planning, Risk Management, Finance and
Procurement.
• Oversee the monthly CVRs with the project teams, implementing necessary actions
• Ensure weekly review of progress, budget resources and forward planning is carried out, and that lookahead programmes are in place
• Chair and attend internal and external meetings and ensure the production of accurate
records of any discussions and actions
• Ensure timely management of both temporary and permanent design to meet the
requirements of each project and lead all actions to solve technical difficulties and
improve performance in terms of progress and quality
• Be seen as a proud and effective Project Manager and leader of your team. Coach
and motivate the site teams and lead by example promoting the values of the company
• Encourage and act on feedback – ensure your team’s, customer and client feedback and comments are acknowledged, prioritised and actioned
• Manage change, be an effective problem solver and embrace innovation
• Manage and drive team and individual performance to meet deadlines and quality
standards taking account of impact outside area of responsibility
• Be the main point of contact for projects and communicate effectively to ensure the
client’s needs are fully understood and delivered.
Health, Safety, Environmental, Quality and Social Management
• By example, promote the highest possible standards of leadership when implementing
procedures and best practice, ensuring compliance with Group procedures and legal
obligations encouraging a safety culture in full support the company values
• Allocate responsibilities and duties for site personnel, check understanding and
provide training as necessary
• Oversee and ensure that Health, Safety, Environmental, Quality and Social Management documents and procedures are implemented on each project by site teams, kept up to date and undertake senior manager site inspections, ensuring that audits and reports are produced, liaising with the necessary parties
• Proactively promote continuous improvement initiatives (e.g. customer and supplier
feedback, back to basics, process improvements and knowledge management)
• Ensure safe systems of work are well developed, briefed and implemented by the site
teams in line with the Group Business Management System
• Liaise with third parties to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Project Management
• Take ownership of multiple projects, leading delivery teams to manage risk ensuring
work is completed safely, on time and within budget, to deliver work profitably and
sustainably
• Ensure accurate implementation of all engineering controls and compliance with the
contract drawings and specification
• Ensure all projects are contractually and commercially managed, including responsibility for ensuring all contractual timescales are adhered to
• Overseeing and supporting the site teams, perform the role of Contractors Responsible Engineer duties and managing contractual communications.
• Manage and monitor the contract deliverables, ensuring all deliverables and associated communications to clients are completed to ensure the company meets its contractual obligations in a collaborative and integrative approach.
• Deputise for the Contracts Manager, as required, providing appropriate commercial
information to promote informed decision-making.
• Make sure all works delivered represent value for money and ensure that fair and
effective commercial management processes are implemented and maintained during
the life of projects.
• Support the commercial team in final account negotiations and settlements of the
contracts and support the team with the contract close out.
Requirements:
* MUST have previous (ideally current), Rail exprience as PM with a principle contractor.
* HNC/HND/Related Degree Level
* Chartered membership (ICE or CIOB)
* CRE
* PTS/COSS/SWL
* SMSTS
* TWC
* CSCS
There is a generous and comprehensive package on offer includsing an upper quartile salary and bonus.
For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Tristan Prior
