Conrad Consulting is delighted to be partnering with a leading construction consultancy to appoint an experienced Commercial Project Director to drive the growth of its Infrastructure business across the South of England. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially astute leader with extensive experience delivering major Energy, Utilities and Infrastructure programmes under NEC4 Option E contracts . We're seeking an individual who combines exceptional commercial capability with strong stakeholder engagement and business development skills. This is a visible leadership role requiring someone who can build trusted relationships, influence key decision-makers and help shape the future direction of a rapidly expanding Commercial Management business. The Opportunity Reporting into the Director of Infrastructure, you will lead the Southern Commercial Management offering, taking responsibility for strategic delivery, client relationships, team development and business growth. You'll operate as a trusted adviser to major clients, providing commercial leadership across complex programmes while helping to expand the consultancy's presence within the Energy, Utilities and Infrastructure sectors. Key Responsibilities Lead commercial delivery across major infrastructure, energy and utilities programmes. Act as the senior commercial and NEC adviser to clients and stakeholders. Provide specialist expertise across NEC4 contracts, with significant experience of Option E (Cost Reimbursable) . Lead commercial strategy from programme inception through to final account. Manage complex compensation events, change control, forecasting and reporting. Establish robust commercial governance frameworks and best practice. Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders and programme teams. Act as a trusted advisor, providing insight, challenge and strategic recommendations. Lead bids, proposals and client presentations across the South region. Identify and secure new opportunities, helping drive the continued growth of the Commercial Management service line. Recruit, mentor and develop high-performing commercial teams. Champion a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. About You To be successful, you will possess: A proven track record operating at Commercial Director, Associate Director or Senior Commercial Manager level on major infrastructure programmes. Extensive experience within the Energy, Utilities or Infrastructure sectors . Outstanding knowledge of NEC4 contracts, particularly Option E . Strong commercial leadership skills and the ability to make critical programme-level decisions. Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with experience influencing senior clients, programme partners and executive teams. A demonstrable track record in business development, winning work and growing client relationships . Experience leading and developing commercial teams across multiple commissions. MRICS or equivalent professional qualification. A pragmatic, delivery-focused approach combined with excellent strategic judgement. Why Join? Lead commercially on nationally significant infrastructure and energy programmes. Play a key role in shaping and growing the Southern Commercial Management business. Work directly with major clients and senior decision-makers. Enjoy genuine autonomy and strategic influence. Build and develop your own high-performing team. Join an ambitious and people-focused consultancy with strong growth plans. Benefit from flexible working, excellent career progression and a market-leading rewards package.
18/07/2026
Full time
Conrad Consulting is delighted to be partnering with a leading construction consultancy to appoint an experienced Commercial Project Director to drive the growth of its Infrastructure business across the South of England. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially astute leader with extensive experience delivering major Energy, Utilities and Infrastructure programmes under NEC4 Option E contracts . We're seeking an individual who combines exceptional commercial capability with strong stakeholder engagement and business development skills. This is a visible leadership role requiring someone who can build trusted relationships, influence key decision-makers and help shape the future direction of a rapidly expanding Commercial Management business. The Opportunity Reporting into the Director of Infrastructure, you will lead the Southern Commercial Management offering, taking responsibility for strategic delivery, client relationships, team development and business growth. You'll operate as a trusted adviser to major clients, providing commercial leadership across complex programmes while helping to expand the consultancy's presence within the Energy, Utilities and Infrastructure sectors. Key Responsibilities Lead commercial delivery across major infrastructure, energy and utilities programmes. Act as the senior commercial and NEC adviser to clients and stakeholders. Provide specialist expertise across NEC4 contracts, with significant experience of Option E (Cost Reimbursable) . Lead commercial strategy from programme inception through to final account. Manage complex compensation events, change control, forecasting and reporting. Establish robust commercial governance frameworks and best practice. Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders and programme teams. Act as a trusted advisor, providing insight, challenge and strategic recommendations. Lead bids, proposals and client presentations across the South region. Identify and secure new opportunities, helping drive the continued growth of the Commercial Management service line. Recruit, mentor and develop high-performing commercial teams. Champion a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. About You To be successful, you will possess: A proven track record operating at Commercial Director, Associate Director or Senior Commercial Manager level on major infrastructure programmes. Extensive experience within the Energy, Utilities or Infrastructure sectors . Outstanding knowledge of NEC4 contracts, particularly Option E . Strong commercial leadership skills and the ability to make critical programme-level decisions. Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with experience influencing senior clients, programme partners and executive teams. A demonstrable track record in business development, winning work and growing client relationships . Experience leading and developing commercial teams across multiple commissions. MRICS or equivalent professional qualification. A pragmatic, delivery-focused approach combined with excellent strategic judgement. Why Join? Lead commercially on nationally significant infrastructure and energy programmes. Play a key role in shaping and growing the Southern Commercial Management business. Work directly with major clients and senior decision-makers. Enjoy genuine autonomy and strategic influence. Build and develop your own high-performing team. Join an ambitious and people-focused consultancy with strong growth plans. Benefit from flexible working, excellent career progression and a market-leading rewards package.
Conrad Consulting is delighted to be partnering with a leading construction consultancy to appoint an experienced Commercial Project Director to drive the growth of its Infrastructure business across the South of England. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially astute leader with extensive experience delivering major Energy, Utilities and Infrastructure programmes under NEC4 Option E contracts . We're seeking an individual who combines exceptional commercial capability with strong stakeholder engagement and business development skills. This is a visible leadership role requiring someone who can build trusted relationships, influence key decision-makers and help shape the future direction of a rapidly expanding Commercial Management business. The Opportunity Reporting into the Director of Infrastructure, you will lead the Southern Commercial Management offering, taking responsibility for strategic delivery, client relationships, team development and business growth. You'll operate as a trusted adviser to major clients, providing commercial leadership across complex programmes while helping to expand the consultancy's presence within the Energy, Utilities and Infrastructure sectors. Key Responsibilities Lead commercial delivery across major infrastructure, energy and utilities programmes. Act as the senior commercial and NEC adviser to clients and stakeholders. Provide specialist expertise across NEC4 contracts, with significant experience of Option E (Cost Reimbursable) . Lead commercial strategy from programme inception through to final account. Manage complex compensation events, change control, forecasting and reporting. Establish robust commercial governance frameworks and best practice. Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders and programme teams. Act as a trusted advisor, providing insight, challenge and strategic recommendations. Lead bids, proposals and client presentations across the South region. Identify and secure new opportunities, helping drive the continued growth of the Commercial Management service line. Recruit, mentor and develop high-performing commercial teams. Champion a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. About You To be successful, you will possess: A proven track record operating at Commercial Director, Associate Director or Senior Commercial Manager level on major infrastructure programmes. Extensive experience within the Energy, Utilities or Infrastructure sectors . Outstanding knowledge of NEC4 contracts, particularly Option E . Strong commercial leadership skills and the ability to make critical programme-level decisions. Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with experience influencing senior clients, programme partners and executive teams. A demonstrable track record in business development, winning work and growing client relationships . Experience leading and developing commercial teams across multiple commissions. MRICS or equivalent professional qualification. A pragmatic, delivery-focused approach combined with excellent strategic judgement. Why Join? Lead commercially on nationally significant infrastructure and energy programmes. Play a key role in shaping and growing the Southern Commercial Management business. Work directly with major clients and senior decision-makers. Enjoy genuine autonomy and strategic influence. Build and develop your own high-performing team. Join an ambitious and people-focused consultancy with strong growth plans. Benefit from flexible working, excellent career progression and a market-leading rewards package.
18/07/2026
Full time
Conrad Consulting is delighted to be partnering with a leading construction consultancy to appoint an experienced Commercial Project Director to drive the growth of its Infrastructure business across the South of England. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially astute leader with extensive experience delivering major Energy, Utilities and Infrastructure programmes under NEC4 Option E contracts . We're seeking an individual who combines exceptional commercial capability with strong stakeholder engagement and business development skills. This is a visible leadership role requiring someone who can build trusted relationships, influence key decision-makers and help shape the future direction of a rapidly expanding Commercial Management business. The Opportunity Reporting into the Director of Infrastructure, you will lead the Southern Commercial Management offering, taking responsibility for strategic delivery, client relationships, team development and business growth. You'll operate as a trusted adviser to major clients, providing commercial leadership across complex programmes while helping to expand the consultancy's presence within the Energy, Utilities and Infrastructure sectors. Key Responsibilities Lead commercial delivery across major infrastructure, energy and utilities programmes. Act as the senior commercial and NEC adviser to clients and stakeholders. Provide specialist expertise across NEC4 contracts, with significant experience of Option E (Cost Reimbursable) . Lead commercial strategy from programme inception through to final account. Manage complex compensation events, change control, forecasting and reporting. Establish robust commercial governance frameworks and best practice. Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders and programme teams. Act as a trusted advisor, providing insight, challenge and strategic recommendations. Lead bids, proposals and client presentations across the South region. Identify and secure new opportunities, helping drive the continued growth of the Commercial Management service line. Recruit, mentor and develop high-performing commercial teams. Champion a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. About You To be successful, you will possess: A proven track record operating at Commercial Director, Associate Director or Senior Commercial Manager level on major infrastructure programmes. Extensive experience within the Energy, Utilities or Infrastructure sectors . Outstanding knowledge of NEC4 contracts, particularly Option E . Strong commercial leadership skills and the ability to make critical programme-level decisions. Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with experience influencing senior clients, programme partners and executive teams. A demonstrable track record in business development, winning work and growing client relationships . Experience leading and developing commercial teams across multiple commissions. MRICS or equivalent professional qualification. A pragmatic, delivery-focused approach combined with excellent strategic judgement. Why Join? Lead commercially on nationally significant infrastructure and energy programmes. Play a key role in shaping and growing the Southern Commercial Management business. Work directly with major clients and senior decision-makers. Enjoy genuine autonomy and strategic influence. Build and develop your own high-performing team. Join an ambitious and people-focused consultancy with strong growth plans. Benefit from flexible working, excellent career progression and a market-leading rewards package.
Planner / Senior Planner Location: East Yorkshire / Hybrid Working / Part time hours considered pro rata Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Benefits Lemon Drizzle Recruitment are proud to be exclusively representing a well-established civil engineering, build and steel contractor delivering projects across infrastructure, highways, industrial, energy, ports, flood defence and public realm sectors. With a strong pipeline of secured work and ambitious growth plans targeting 75m turnover, they are looking to strengthen their team with the appointment of a Planner / Senior Planner. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Planner looking to join a progressive contractor where they can play a key role in the successful planning and delivery of complex civil engineering and highways/infrastructure projects. Part-time hours will also be considered on a pro-rata basis for the right candidate. The Role Reporting into the Planning Manager, the Planner/Senior Planner will be responsible for developing, maintaining and monitoring project programmes from pre-construction through to project completion. Working closely with operational, commercial and estimating teams, you'll provide planning expertise across multiple civils projects, helping to identify risks, improve efficiencies and ensure successful project delivery. Projects typically include highways, infrastructure, industrial developments, energy schemes, ports, flood defence and public realm works. This is a hands-on role offering significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence project delivery across a varied portfolio of civil engineering projects. Key Responsibilities Developing tender and contract programmes using Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project Producing baseline programmes, short-term programmes and project updates Monitoring progress against programme and identifying risks, delays and opportunities Working closely with project teams to ensure programmes remain accurate and achievable Supporting bid submissions with planning input and methodology development Assisting with resource planning and project sequencing Preparing programme reports and progress updates for clients and internal stakeholders Supporting the management of change, compensation events and programme impacts Contributing to project strategy and delivery planning Working collaboratively with operational, commercial and estimating teams What We're Looking For Experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within civil engineering, infrastructure or construction Strong understanding of NEC contracts and programme management requirements Experience producing and managing project programmes throughout the project lifecycle Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Ability to work independently while supporting multiple projects Civil engineering or construction-related qualifications would be advantageous Why Join? Secure pipeline of work across multiple sectors Exciting and varied projects across the Humber region and wider UK Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Part-time hours considered on a pro-rata basis Genuine opportunities for career progression and development Supportive, family-oriented culture Regular team-building and employee engagement activities Opportunity to join a growing business with ambitious expansion plans Chance to play a key role in shaping project delivery and business growth Interested? If you're a Planner or Senior Planner looking for your next challenge with a growing contractor that values its people and offers genuine flexibility and progression, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, please contact Lemon Drizzle Recruitment.
18/07/2026
Full time
Planner / Senior Planner Location: East Yorkshire / Hybrid Working / Part time hours considered pro rata Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Benefits Lemon Drizzle Recruitment are proud to be exclusively representing a well-established civil engineering, build and steel contractor delivering projects across infrastructure, highways, industrial, energy, ports, flood defence and public realm sectors. With a strong pipeline of secured work and ambitious growth plans targeting 75m turnover, they are looking to strengthen their team with the appointment of a Planner / Senior Planner. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Planner looking to join a progressive contractor where they can play a key role in the successful planning and delivery of complex civil engineering and highways/infrastructure projects. Part-time hours will also be considered on a pro-rata basis for the right candidate. The Role Reporting into the Planning Manager, the Planner/Senior Planner will be responsible for developing, maintaining and monitoring project programmes from pre-construction through to project completion. Working closely with operational, commercial and estimating teams, you'll provide planning expertise across multiple civils projects, helping to identify risks, improve efficiencies and ensure successful project delivery. Projects typically include highways, infrastructure, industrial developments, energy schemes, ports, flood defence and public realm works. This is a hands-on role offering significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence project delivery across a varied portfolio of civil engineering projects. Key Responsibilities Developing tender and contract programmes using Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project Producing baseline programmes, short-term programmes and project updates Monitoring progress against programme and identifying risks, delays and opportunities Working closely with project teams to ensure programmes remain accurate and achievable Supporting bid submissions with planning input and methodology development Assisting with resource planning and project sequencing Preparing programme reports and progress updates for clients and internal stakeholders Supporting the management of change, compensation events and programme impacts Contributing to project strategy and delivery planning Working collaboratively with operational, commercial and estimating teams What We're Looking For Experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within civil engineering, infrastructure or construction Strong understanding of NEC contracts and programme management requirements Experience producing and managing project programmes throughout the project lifecycle Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Ability to work independently while supporting multiple projects Civil engineering or construction-related qualifications would be advantageous Why Join? Secure pipeline of work across multiple sectors Exciting and varied projects across the Humber region and wider UK Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Part-time hours considered on a pro-rata basis Genuine opportunities for career progression and development Supportive, family-oriented culture Regular team-building and employee engagement activities Opportunity to join a growing business with ambitious expansion plans Chance to play a key role in shaping project delivery and business growth Interested? If you're a Planner or Senior Planner looking for your next challenge with a growing contractor that values its people and offers genuine flexibility and progression, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, please contact Lemon Drizzle Recruitment.
Bid Writer Main Contractor Social Housing Romford 45k - 50k + package Start ASAP The Company The building contractor takes of projects of varied nature, education, local authority, social housing, & Roofing Contracts. The building contractor has always been known to have an excellent reputation, focusing on the delivery of construction projects ranging up to 2m in value. Turnover Circa 14m with recent success including a 5m framework win. Clients include Local Authorities, Councils, Universities, and Housing Associations. Led by an owner-managed structure with a strong emphasis on collaboration rather than internal competition, Circa 25 staff, with a supportive, close-knit, family-style culture. The Candidate The candidate we are looking for is someone ideally from a relevant competitor background - E.g construction / similiar sectors. Strong written & communication skills. Computer literate & experienced in compiling bids. Passion for construction & ability to hit the ground running. Not overly technical, but with a good level of industry understanding. The Role Writing and completing bid applications, primarily within Local Authority, Housing Associations, Social Housing, and Public Buildings sectors. Completing PQQ questionnaires Working closely with an existing, friendly bid team (currently 2 Bid Writers) Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Supporting the Bid Manager, who is now more focused on university-related work On offer for the above position is an exciting opportunity for a Bit Writer to join a privately owned main contractor, where the owners are personable, supportive and allow the managers to manage and be themselves. If this Bid Writer position in Romford is of interest, or you just wish to have a confidential about your current situation, then please feel free to email (url removed) or call on (phone number removed)
18/07/2026
Full time
Bid Writer Main Contractor Social Housing Romford 45k - 50k + package Start ASAP The Company The building contractor takes of projects of varied nature, education, local authority, social housing, & Roofing Contracts. The building contractor has always been known to have an excellent reputation, focusing on the delivery of construction projects ranging up to 2m in value. Turnover Circa 14m with recent success including a 5m framework win. Clients include Local Authorities, Councils, Universities, and Housing Associations. Led by an owner-managed structure with a strong emphasis on collaboration rather than internal competition, Circa 25 staff, with a supportive, close-knit, family-style culture. The Candidate The candidate we are looking for is someone ideally from a relevant competitor background - E.g construction / similiar sectors. Strong written & communication skills. Computer literate & experienced in compiling bids. Passion for construction & ability to hit the ground running. Not overly technical, but with a good level of industry understanding. The Role Writing and completing bid applications, primarily within Local Authority, Housing Associations, Social Housing, and Public Buildings sectors. Completing PQQ questionnaires Working closely with an existing, friendly bid team (currently 2 Bid Writers) Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Supporting the Bid Manager, who is now more focused on university-related work On offer for the above position is an exciting opportunity for a Bit Writer to join a privately owned main contractor, where the owners are personable, supportive and allow the managers to manage and be themselves. If this Bid Writer position in Romford is of interest, or you just wish to have a confidential about your current situation, then please feel free to email (url removed) or call on (phone number removed)
First Military Recruitment Ltd
Workington, Cumbria
MB929: Senior Estimator Location: Workington Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Preparing the price estimate for tenders of budget pricing comprising the following aspects: Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liase with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liase with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Agree staffing levels and procedure staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations Lead Use currently weekly staff rated to price staff Agree shift patterns and overtime rates with operations lead for out of normal hours working - note these need to comply with working time directive/ NR Fatigue guidance Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries Coordinate and liase with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of clients requirements included as necessary Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register Final Settlement and submission Procedure top-sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets Present Pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings Prepare adjustments sheets in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the form of tender Liase with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the client Handover (for successful bids) Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager Attend handover meeting with Bid Manager Review (for unsuccessful bids) Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders. Skills and Qualifications: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the companies' governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB929: Senior Estimator Location: Workington Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
18/07/2026
Full time
MB929: Senior Estimator Location: Workington Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Preparing the price estimate for tenders of budget pricing comprising the following aspects: Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liase with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liase with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Agree staffing levels and procedure staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations Lead Use currently weekly staff rated to price staff Agree shift patterns and overtime rates with operations lead for out of normal hours working - note these need to comply with working time directive/ NR Fatigue guidance Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries Coordinate and liase with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of clients requirements included as necessary Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register Final Settlement and submission Procedure top-sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets Present Pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings Prepare adjustments sheets in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the form of tender Liase with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the client Handover (for successful bids) Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager Attend handover meeting with Bid Manager Review (for unsuccessful bids) Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders. Skills and Qualifications: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the companies' governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB929: Senior Estimator Location: Workington Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
Role: Bracken Recruitment have an exciting opportunity of an experienced Commercial Director with a strong Civil Engineering background to join an exciting business with a fantastic reputation. The Business that we represent are a market leader and have an extremely strong pipeline of work moving forward. You will be responsible for the overall management and delivery of all commercial aspects of the £250m + division s performance and reporting. Provide support to the Managing Director in all commercial matters and provide direction, support, development and empowerment of individuals to achieve both divisional and individual objectives. General Responsibilities: Managing a team of Commercial Managers Assisting Bid and estimating teams Oversee the relationships between surveyors and operations, ensuring co-operation and engagement that allows for successful projects which support the achievement of the business objectives and that you are able to deliver the agreed budgeted margins. Support the Managing Director in reporting to the Board of Directors on all divisional financial issues, with clarity and transparency in all areas. Participate in group-wide forums and initiatives and contribute fully to the development and implementation of company policies and procedures. Agree target margins for all projects. Engage with the project teams to ensure the delivery of successful projects and to deliver the target margins. Liaise with Senior Operations Management to ensure that the project forecasts positions are accurate against the target margin and profit plans. Ensure that all contractual processes, correspondence and documentation are stored correctly. Liaise with Senior Management Team on contractual matters within their regions/divisions. Having full profit and loss accountability for the Division. Keep abreast of the preliminaries/site management costs and ensure that the Project team are advised accordingly so they are able to action and remedy over expenditure. Ensure profit plans are understood for each scheme/project and monitor and deliver on agreed areas and work on identifying further areas for recovery. Requirements: BSc in Quantity Surveying or similar commercial related course Professional membership of appropriate body Good data interrogation skills Civil Engineering background Leadership experience with the ability to influence at all levels. Bid Knowledge Excellent legal/contractual knowledge Industry experience Excellent communication and negotiation skills Experience of a senior commercial role for a leading contractor Please contact Steve Lee on Email: (url removed) or Mobile: (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
17/07/2026
Full time
Role: Bracken Recruitment have an exciting opportunity of an experienced Commercial Director with a strong Civil Engineering background to join an exciting business with a fantastic reputation. The Business that we represent are a market leader and have an extremely strong pipeline of work moving forward. You will be responsible for the overall management and delivery of all commercial aspects of the £250m + division s performance and reporting. Provide support to the Managing Director in all commercial matters and provide direction, support, development and empowerment of individuals to achieve both divisional and individual objectives. General Responsibilities: Managing a team of Commercial Managers Assisting Bid and estimating teams Oversee the relationships between surveyors and operations, ensuring co-operation and engagement that allows for successful projects which support the achievement of the business objectives and that you are able to deliver the agreed budgeted margins. Support the Managing Director in reporting to the Board of Directors on all divisional financial issues, with clarity and transparency in all areas. Participate in group-wide forums and initiatives and contribute fully to the development and implementation of company policies and procedures. Agree target margins for all projects. Engage with the project teams to ensure the delivery of successful projects and to deliver the target margins. Liaise with Senior Operations Management to ensure that the project forecasts positions are accurate against the target margin and profit plans. Ensure that all contractual processes, correspondence and documentation are stored correctly. Liaise with Senior Management Team on contractual matters within their regions/divisions. Having full profit and loss accountability for the Division. Keep abreast of the preliminaries/site management costs and ensure that the Project team are advised accordingly so they are able to action and remedy over expenditure. Ensure profit plans are understood for each scheme/project and monitor and deliver on agreed areas and work on identifying further areas for recovery. Requirements: BSc in Quantity Surveying or similar commercial related course Professional membership of appropriate body Good data interrogation skills Civil Engineering background Leadership experience with the ability to influence at all levels. Bid Knowledge Excellent legal/contractual knowledge Industry experience Excellent communication and negotiation skills Experience of a senior commercial role for a leading contractor Please contact Steve Lee on Email: (url removed) or Mobile: (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
PSR Solutions are working with a market leading contractor within the Civil Engineering Sector to recruit a Senior Estimator to Join their Pre-Construction team on a permanent basis. This role will be based in Walsall. Senior Estimator Roles and Responsibilities Undertake estimates in accordance with Company procedures Lead a team of estimators for larger tenders, mentoring and developing junior estimators Identify opportunities and risks during the tender process Liaise with the business unit, Bid Manager and Planner to agree on methodology and Principles Maintain a register of key assumptions within the estimate Maintain tender estimate file Provide indicative pricing support for business development Obtain feedback from site teams on estimating adequacy and current costs Close out actions and monitor customer negotiations, seeking amended authority as required Senior Estimator Requirements Engineering or commercial background HNC or equivalent in a related Engineering qualification Experience in water and civils Proven track record working on tenders ranging up to 50m Numerically and IT literate, familiar with estimating software and Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel Chartered, incorporated status or similar Confidence in dealing with customers and personnel at a senior level Senior Estimator Benefits Salary - 75,000 - 95,000 DOE Based in Walsall Company Vehicle Company Pension Life Assurance Private Medical 25 day annual leave plus bank holidays If you are interested in this Senior Estimator role, please apply or contact Jack Brown at PSR Solutions
17/07/2026
Full time
PSR Solutions are working with a market leading contractor within the Civil Engineering Sector to recruit a Senior Estimator to Join their Pre-Construction team on a permanent basis. This role will be based in Walsall. Senior Estimator Roles and Responsibilities Undertake estimates in accordance with Company procedures Lead a team of estimators for larger tenders, mentoring and developing junior estimators Identify opportunities and risks during the tender process Liaise with the business unit, Bid Manager and Planner to agree on methodology and Principles Maintain a register of key assumptions within the estimate Maintain tender estimate file Provide indicative pricing support for business development Obtain feedback from site teams on estimating adequacy and current costs Close out actions and monitor customer negotiations, seeking amended authority as required Senior Estimator Requirements Engineering or commercial background HNC or equivalent in a related Engineering qualification Experience in water and civils Proven track record working on tenders ranging up to 50m Numerically and IT literate, familiar with estimating software and Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel Chartered, incorporated status or similar Confidence in dealing with customers and personnel at a senior level Senior Estimator Benefits Salary - 75,000 - 95,000 DOE Based in Walsall Company Vehicle Company Pension Life Assurance Private Medical 25 day annual leave plus bank holidays If you are interested in this Senior Estimator role, please apply or contact Jack Brown at PSR Solutions
Estimator A fast-growing UK principal contractor specialising in industrial, commercial and education refurbishment projects is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its expanding pre-construction team. Position: Estimator Location: Cannock Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 per annum + car allowance + package Contract Type : Permanent Start date: Immediately available Established over a decade ago, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality refurbishment and fit-out schemes nationwide. Projects range from industrial roof and cladding upgrades to office fitouts, dilapidation works, building refurbishments and mechanical and electrical improvements. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, the company is looking to appoint a commercially focused Estimator who can contribute to the successful delivery of future work. The Role: The Estimator will play a key role in the pre-construction and tendering process, producing accurate and competitive cost estimates for refurbishment and construction projects. Working closely with the commercial, design and operational teams, the successful candidate will assess tender opportunities, engage with subcontractors and prepare detailed pricing submissions that support the company's continued growth. Key Responsibilities: Tender & Cost Preparation - Review tender documentation including drawings, specifications and schedules of work. Prepare detailed cost estimates and pricing schedules for refurbishment and construction projects. Develop cost plans and budgets based on tender requirements. Identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering options Supply Chain Engagement - Obtain competitive quotations from subcontractors and suppliers . Evaluate subcontractor proposals to ensure scope compliance . Build and maintain relationships with trusted supply chain partners. Tender Submission Management - Compile comprehensive and competitive tender submissions. Ensure all tender documentation is completed accurately and submitted within deadlines. Support tender adjudication meetings and internal reviews. Pre-Construction Collaboration - Liaise with project managers, commercial teams and senior management during bid stages . Provide technical and commercial input during the pre-construction phase . Support the smooth handover of awarded projects to the delivery teams Candidate Profile: Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related discipline (preferred) Proven experience in an Estimator or Senior Estimator role within the construction industry Experience pricing refurbishment, fit-out or building contracting projects Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and procurement processes Experience managing multiple tenders simultaneously Strong commercial awareness and analytical ability Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Effective negotiation and communication skills Professional accreditation or progress toward chartership advantageous How to Apply: If you are interested in working for this established company, please apply with your updated CV.
17/07/2026
Full time
Estimator A fast-growing UK principal contractor specialising in industrial, commercial and education refurbishment projects is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its expanding pre-construction team. Position: Estimator Location: Cannock Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 per annum + car allowance + package Contract Type : Permanent Start date: Immediately available Established over a decade ago, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality refurbishment and fit-out schemes nationwide. Projects range from industrial roof and cladding upgrades to office fitouts, dilapidation works, building refurbishments and mechanical and electrical improvements. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, the company is looking to appoint a commercially focused Estimator who can contribute to the successful delivery of future work. The Role: The Estimator will play a key role in the pre-construction and tendering process, producing accurate and competitive cost estimates for refurbishment and construction projects. Working closely with the commercial, design and operational teams, the successful candidate will assess tender opportunities, engage with subcontractors and prepare detailed pricing submissions that support the company's continued growth. Key Responsibilities: Tender & Cost Preparation - Review tender documentation including drawings, specifications and schedules of work. Prepare detailed cost estimates and pricing schedules for refurbishment and construction projects. Develop cost plans and budgets based on tender requirements. Identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering options Supply Chain Engagement - Obtain competitive quotations from subcontractors and suppliers . Evaluate subcontractor proposals to ensure scope compliance . Build and maintain relationships with trusted supply chain partners. Tender Submission Management - Compile comprehensive and competitive tender submissions. Ensure all tender documentation is completed accurately and submitted within deadlines. Support tender adjudication meetings and internal reviews. Pre-Construction Collaboration - Liaise with project managers, commercial teams and senior management during bid stages . Provide technical and commercial input during the pre-construction phase . Support the smooth handover of awarded projects to the delivery teams Candidate Profile: Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related discipline (preferred) Proven experience in an Estimator or Senior Estimator role within the construction industry Experience pricing refurbishment, fit-out or building contracting projects Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and procurement processes Experience managing multiple tenders simultaneously Strong commercial awareness and analytical ability Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Effective negotiation and communication skills Professional accreditation or progress toward chartership advantageous How to Apply: If you are interested in working for this established company, please apply with your updated CV.
Build your Future with Us! McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in construction. We provide quality new builds, extensions, refurbishments, fit-outs, and small works projects. Working within the health, education, commercial, industrial, leisure, sporting, retail, and residential sectors. The experience and capabilities of our team allow us to deliver award-winning, quality projects. We are known for adding value and innovation throughout the process, saving our clients time and money. We work across several sectors and are partners on a number of framework agreements, creating value in every project we deliver. We are a forward-thinking Company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland. Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking a Framework Manager to enhance our team and drive success across our high value projects. Why join us? Exciting Projects Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy Career Growth Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development Collaborative Culture Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence Competitive Package Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits with volunteering days, and flexible and hybrid working options What you will be doing The framework manager will lead the strategic management, performance and growth of the organisations public sector framework portfolio. This role will ensure frameworks are maintained compliantly, drives pipeline opportunities and strengthens client relationships. The role will report into the Framework Director and be based in our Mallusk Office. Framework Leadership & Delivery Take ownership of the framework portfolio, ensuring effective mobilisation, management and performance across all appointed frameworks. Act as the central point of coordination between pre-construction, operations, and commercial teams. Develop, monitor and report on framework performance including pipeline and KPIs. Build and maintain strong relationships with framework providers, contracting authorities and key clients. Ensure frameworks are actively used and embedded within operational teams. Provide all framework reporting and monitoring of KPI s Manage and produce relevant information for framework auditing Provide relevant support Framework Bidding & Business Development Lead and coordinate contributions to framework submissions. Identify and track upcoming framework opportunities aligned with business strategy. Work closely with the bid teams to improve quality, consistency and win rates of submissions. Support the development of business strategy to align with framework requirements. Promote framework routes to market internally and externally. Produce framework capability documentation Commercial & Strategic Planning Align framework priorities with wider business strategy, regional priorities and sector focus areas. Support pipeline development by identifying and progressing framework opportunities. Contribute to work winning strategies and identify opportunities for direct award and early contractor involvement. Governance, Compliance & Best Practice Ensure compliance with framework terms, public procurement regulations and internal governance processes. Maintain accurate records of framework performance metrics. Develop and implement best practice processes for framework management across the wider business. Support internal and external audits. What We re Looking For Qualifications Degree in engineering, construction management, or equivalent. Essential: Strong understanding of public sector procurement routes and frameworks. Commercial awareness of frameworks to drive growth. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to work with all business functions and influence teams at all levels. Strong organisational skills to manage multiple frameworks Supportive team member and collaborative contributor Be able to travel to Framework meetings across the UK Desirable: Experience in: NEC contracts. Working with Crown Commercial Service Frameworks or other Public Sector Framework environments. Performance monitoring and data driven decision making. How to Apply: If you re ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values your expertise and innovation, we d love to hear from you! Apply by clicking apply below. Join us on our journey to McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work.
17/07/2026
Full time
Build your Future with Us! McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in construction. We provide quality new builds, extensions, refurbishments, fit-outs, and small works projects. Working within the health, education, commercial, industrial, leisure, sporting, retail, and residential sectors. The experience and capabilities of our team allow us to deliver award-winning, quality projects. We are known for adding value and innovation throughout the process, saving our clients time and money. We work across several sectors and are partners on a number of framework agreements, creating value in every project we deliver. We are a forward-thinking Company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland. Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking a Framework Manager to enhance our team and drive success across our high value projects. Why join us? Exciting Projects Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy Career Growth Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development Collaborative Culture Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence Competitive Package Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits with volunteering days, and flexible and hybrid working options What you will be doing The framework manager will lead the strategic management, performance and growth of the organisations public sector framework portfolio. This role will ensure frameworks are maintained compliantly, drives pipeline opportunities and strengthens client relationships. The role will report into the Framework Director and be based in our Mallusk Office. Framework Leadership & Delivery Take ownership of the framework portfolio, ensuring effective mobilisation, management and performance across all appointed frameworks. Act as the central point of coordination between pre-construction, operations, and commercial teams. Develop, monitor and report on framework performance including pipeline and KPIs. Build and maintain strong relationships with framework providers, contracting authorities and key clients. Ensure frameworks are actively used and embedded within operational teams. Provide all framework reporting and monitoring of KPI s Manage and produce relevant information for framework auditing Provide relevant support Framework Bidding & Business Development Lead and coordinate contributions to framework submissions. Identify and track upcoming framework opportunities aligned with business strategy. Work closely with the bid teams to improve quality, consistency and win rates of submissions. Support the development of business strategy to align with framework requirements. Promote framework routes to market internally and externally. Produce framework capability documentation Commercial & Strategic Planning Align framework priorities with wider business strategy, regional priorities and sector focus areas. Support pipeline development by identifying and progressing framework opportunities. Contribute to work winning strategies and identify opportunities for direct award and early contractor involvement. Governance, Compliance & Best Practice Ensure compliance with framework terms, public procurement regulations and internal governance processes. Maintain accurate records of framework performance metrics. Develop and implement best practice processes for framework management across the wider business. Support internal and external audits. What We re Looking For Qualifications Degree in engineering, construction management, or equivalent. Essential: Strong understanding of public sector procurement routes and frameworks. Commercial awareness of frameworks to drive growth. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to work with all business functions and influence teams at all levels. Strong organisational skills to manage multiple frameworks Supportive team member and collaborative contributor Be able to travel to Framework meetings across the UK Desirable: Experience in: NEC contracts. Working with Crown Commercial Service Frameworks or other Public Sector Framework environments. Performance monitoring and data driven decision making. How to Apply: If you re ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values your expertise and innovation, we d love to hear from you! Apply by clicking apply below. Join us on our journey to McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work.
We are currently recruting for an Estimator, and a Senior Estimator, to work on major civil engineering works on a permanent basis. Working as part of our established estimating team, this role is to provide estimates for civil engineering projects in the water sector. As part of a successful, experienced, and diverse tendering team, the estimator will work alongside other estimators, bid writers, procurement, and business development officers to collectively develop customer solutions and secure work. Key Responsibilities Prepare Estimates Interpreting client tender requirements from PQQ and ITT documentation Take off and review the BoQ s from the client information Prepare estimates in accordance with Company procedures promptly Collate supporting information during the estimating process, including opportunity and risk registers, together with key assumptions registers. Work collaboratively with the Bid Manager, regional business, and planner to agree on methodology and principles. Work alongside the Business Development officers on strategic PQQ s and ITTs. Work in partnership with the procurement team. Prepare the estimating adjudication pack Present the basis of the estimate and key assumptions Maintain notes of adjudication meetings Close out actions and monitor customer negotiations, seeking amended authority as required Handover to site teams at contract award Prepare to estimate the handover pack Present the basis of the estimate and key assumptions Maintain notes of the handover meeting Provide ongoing support to site teams relating to estimating and key assumptions Essential: Estimating and/or operational experience in one or more of the following areas: shafts, tunnelling, pipeline, MEICA, rail civils and groundworks Competence in construction techniques and the associated resource requirements for the above sectors Proficient with tender build-ups Fully conversant with the Microsoft suite of packages Numerate and familiar with estimating software A confident demeanour and the ability to liaise with all levels of personnel and customers Candy Estimating Software or similar,Excel. Autocad. Civil Engineering / Water Industry / Min HNC Civil Engineering or Similar Design & build experience. Civil Engineering Site Management experience preferred. What we offer: Competitive salary Company Pension Life Assurance Private Medical 25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days 8 hours volunteering Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeing Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position) Leadership & management training and coaching Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression Development supported by internal and externally delivered training Continuous service awards
17/07/2026
Full time
We are currently recruting for an Estimator, and a Senior Estimator, to work on major civil engineering works on a permanent basis. Working as part of our established estimating team, this role is to provide estimates for civil engineering projects in the water sector. As part of a successful, experienced, and diverse tendering team, the estimator will work alongside other estimators, bid writers, procurement, and business development officers to collectively develop customer solutions and secure work. Key Responsibilities Prepare Estimates Interpreting client tender requirements from PQQ and ITT documentation Take off and review the BoQ s from the client information Prepare estimates in accordance with Company procedures promptly Collate supporting information during the estimating process, including opportunity and risk registers, together with key assumptions registers. Work collaboratively with the Bid Manager, regional business, and planner to agree on methodology and principles. Work alongside the Business Development officers on strategic PQQ s and ITTs. Work in partnership with the procurement team. Prepare the estimating adjudication pack Present the basis of the estimate and key assumptions Maintain notes of adjudication meetings Close out actions and monitor customer negotiations, seeking amended authority as required Handover to site teams at contract award Prepare to estimate the handover pack Present the basis of the estimate and key assumptions Maintain notes of the handover meeting Provide ongoing support to site teams relating to estimating and key assumptions Essential: Estimating and/or operational experience in one or more of the following areas: shafts, tunnelling, pipeline, MEICA, rail civils and groundworks Competence in construction techniques and the associated resource requirements for the above sectors Proficient with tender build-ups Fully conversant with the Microsoft suite of packages Numerate and familiar with estimating software A confident demeanour and the ability to liaise with all levels of personnel and customers Candy Estimating Software or similar,Excel. Autocad. Civil Engineering / Water Industry / Min HNC Civil Engineering or Similar Design & build experience. Civil Engineering Site Management experience preferred. What we offer: Competitive salary Company Pension Life Assurance Private Medical 25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days 8 hours volunteering Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeing Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position) Leadership & management training and coaching Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression Development supported by internal and externally delivered training Continuous service awards
We are currently working with a well-established main contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Design Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business delivering high-quality construction projects across a diverse portfolio. The Role As a Senior Design Manager, you will take ownership of the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, ensuring solutions are compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with client requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate the design process across all project stages Manage consultants and specialist subcontract designers Ensure designs meet statutory, contractual, and client requirements Drive value engineering and identify design risks/opportunities Oversee design programmes, progress, and information delivery Support bids, tenders, and pre-construction activities Manage design approvals and regulatory submissions Collaborate with delivery teams to resolve design issues on site About You Professionally qualified in a relevant discipline Proven experience in design management within a main contractor environment Strong leadership and coordination skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Commercially astute with a proactive approach to problem-solving Full UK driving licence What's on Offer Opportunity to work on high-profile and technically challenging projects Supportive and collaborative working environment Strong pipeline of secured work Competitive salary and benefits package If you're an experienced Senior Design Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd be keen to hear from you. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only that shortlisted will be contacted. INDC
17/07/2026
Full time
We are currently working with a well-established main contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Design Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business delivering high-quality construction projects across a diverse portfolio. The Role As a Senior Design Manager, you will take ownership of the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, ensuring solutions are compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with client requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate the design process across all project stages Manage consultants and specialist subcontract designers Ensure designs meet statutory, contractual, and client requirements Drive value engineering and identify design risks/opportunities Oversee design programmes, progress, and information delivery Support bids, tenders, and pre-construction activities Manage design approvals and regulatory submissions Collaborate with delivery teams to resolve design issues on site About You Professionally qualified in a relevant discipline Proven experience in design management within a main contractor environment Strong leadership and coordination skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Commercially astute with a proactive approach to problem-solving Full UK driving licence What's on Offer Opportunity to work on high-profile and technically challenging projects Supportive and collaborative working environment Strong pipeline of secured work Competitive salary and benefits package If you're an experienced Senior Design Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd be keen to hear from you. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only that shortlisted will be contacted. INDC
We are currently working with a well-established and highly regarded main contractor to recruit an experienced Design Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business delivering high-quality construction projects across a diverse portfolio. The Role As a Design Manager, you will take ownership of the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, ensuring solutions are compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with client requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate the design process across all project stages Manage consultants and specialist subcontract designers Ensure designs meet statutory, contractual, and client requirements Drive value engineering and identify design risks/opportunities Oversee design programmes, progress, and information delivery Support bids, tenders, and pre-construction activities Manage design approvals and regulatory submissions Collaborate with delivery teams to resolve design issues on site About You Professionally qualified in a relevant discipline Proven experience in design management within a main contractor environment Strong leadership and coordination skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Commercially astute with a proactive approach to problem-solving Experience with BIM platforms (e.g. BIM 360, Asite) Full UK driving licence What's on Offer Opportunity to work on high-profile and technically challenging projects Supportive and collaborative working environment Strong pipeline of secured work Competitive salary and benefits package If you're an experienced Design Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd be keen to hear from you. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates,regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only that shortlisted will be contacted. INDC
17/07/2026
Full time
We are currently working with a well-established and highly regarded main contractor to recruit an experienced Design Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business delivering high-quality construction projects across a diverse portfolio. The Role As a Design Manager, you will take ownership of the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, ensuring solutions are compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with client requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate the design process across all project stages Manage consultants and specialist subcontract designers Ensure designs meet statutory, contractual, and client requirements Drive value engineering and identify design risks/opportunities Oversee design programmes, progress, and information delivery Support bids, tenders, and pre-construction activities Manage design approvals and regulatory submissions Collaborate with delivery teams to resolve design issues on site About You Professionally qualified in a relevant discipline Proven experience in design management within a main contractor environment Strong leadership and coordination skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Commercially astute with a proactive approach to problem-solving Experience with BIM platforms (e.g. BIM 360, Asite) Full UK driving licence What's on Offer Opportunity to work on high-profile and technically challenging projects Supportive and collaborative working environment Strong pipeline of secured work Competitive salary and benefits package If you're an experienced Design Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd be keen to hear from you. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates,regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only that shortlisted will be contacted. INDC
Bid Manager A leading architectural practice is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join its London studio. This is an excellent opportunity for a Bid Manager with strong end-to-end bid experience to take ownership of high-value submissions, support strategic work-winning activity and help shape the continued development of a successful bids function. Working closely with senior partners, the Head of Bids and the wider work-winning team, the successful Bid Manager will manage key opportunities across a range of sectors while overseeing team workload and contributing to longer-term business development objectives. The Bid Manager Role The successful Bid Manager will be responsible for managing the full bid lifecycle, ensuring submissions are well structured, visually compelling, accurate and aligned with the practice's strategic objectives. Responsibilities will include: Managing the end-to-end bid process in line with internal procedures and workflows Taking ownership of high-value and strategically important submissions Producing high-quality bid documents using Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign Reviewing and editing bid content to ensure accuracy, consistency and a strong client focus Developing clear work-winning strategies across a range of sectors Coordinating input from partners, senior stakeholders, project teams and technical specialists Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders to produce compelling proposals and presentation materials Tracking and communicating regional opportunities across relevant channels Managing procurement portals and different submission methods Maintaining and improving the internal bid library, including CVs, case studies, project information and photography Supporting the analysis of bid outcomes, including both wins and losses Reporting on bid performance and identifying lessons learned Implementing improvements and efficiencies across the bidding process Collaborating closely with the wider work-winning and marketing teams Supporting the Head of Bids with longer-term strategic initiatives and market positioning Line managing and coordinating the workload of the wider bids team The Bid Manager The successful Bid Manager will ideally have: Previous experience managing the full end-to-end bid process Experience within architecture, the built environment, construction or professional services A genuine interest in architecture and design Strong bid writing, editing and proofreading skills Excellent Adobe InDesign skills Experience producing visually engaging and professional submissions Previous line management or team leadership experience The ability to oversee workloads and manage competing deadlines across multiple bids Confidence working directly with partners, directors and senior management Strong stakeholder management and communication skills The ability to adapt their communication style when working with different contributors Excellent time management and organisational skills Experience using procurement portals and managing different submission requirements A strong understanding of frameworks, procurement routes and work-winning processes The ability to remain calm and organised in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment A proactive, collaborative and improvement-focused approach In Return Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 25 days' annual leave Annual leave increases with length of service, up to 30 days 5% employer pension contribution after three months Discretionary profit share scheme Referral bonus Life assurance at four times salary Agile working Core working hours Work from home up to two days per week Study sponsorship opportunities Bespoke training opportunities Annual professional subscription fees covered Employee Assistance Programme Family leave policies, additional annual leave Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Sabbatical opportunities Season ticket loan Bike2Work scheme Electric car scheme Subsidised gym membership If you are a Bid Manager considering your career opportunities, please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James . REF: 22477MC
17/07/2026
Full time
Bid Manager A leading architectural practice is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join its London studio. This is an excellent opportunity for a Bid Manager with strong end-to-end bid experience to take ownership of high-value submissions, support strategic work-winning activity and help shape the continued development of a successful bids function. Working closely with senior partners, the Head of Bids and the wider work-winning team, the successful Bid Manager will manage key opportunities across a range of sectors while overseeing team workload and contributing to longer-term business development objectives. The Bid Manager Role The successful Bid Manager will be responsible for managing the full bid lifecycle, ensuring submissions are well structured, visually compelling, accurate and aligned with the practice's strategic objectives. Responsibilities will include: Managing the end-to-end bid process in line with internal procedures and workflows Taking ownership of high-value and strategically important submissions Producing high-quality bid documents using Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign Reviewing and editing bid content to ensure accuracy, consistency and a strong client focus Developing clear work-winning strategies across a range of sectors Coordinating input from partners, senior stakeholders, project teams and technical specialists Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders to produce compelling proposals and presentation materials Tracking and communicating regional opportunities across relevant channels Managing procurement portals and different submission methods Maintaining and improving the internal bid library, including CVs, case studies, project information and photography Supporting the analysis of bid outcomes, including both wins and losses Reporting on bid performance and identifying lessons learned Implementing improvements and efficiencies across the bidding process Collaborating closely with the wider work-winning and marketing teams Supporting the Head of Bids with longer-term strategic initiatives and market positioning Line managing and coordinating the workload of the wider bids team The Bid Manager The successful Bid Manager will ideally have: Previous experience managing the full end-to-end bid process Experience within architecture, the built environment, construction or professional services A genuine interest in architecture and design Strong bid writing, editing and proofreading skills Excellent Adobe InDesign skills Experience producing visually engaging and professional submissions Previous line management or team leadership experience The ability to oversee workloads and manage competing deadlines across multiple bids Confidence working directly with partners, directors and senior management Strong stakeholder management and communication skills The ability to adapt their communication style when working with different contributors Excellent time management and organisational skills Experience using procurement portals and managing different submission requirements A strong understanding of frameworks, procurement routes and work-winning processes The ability to remain calm and organised in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment A proactive, collaborative and improvement-focused approach In Return Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 25 days' annual leave Annual leave increases with length of service, up to 30 days 5% employer pension contribution after three months Discretionary profit share scheme Referral bonus Life assurance at four times salary Agile working Core working hours Work from home up to two days per week Study sponsorship opportunities Bespoke training opportunities Annual professional subscription fees covered Employee Assistance Programme Family leave policies, additional annual leave Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Sabbatical opportunities Season ticket loan Bike2Work scheme Electric car scheme Subsidised gym membership If you are a Bid Manager considering your career opportunities, please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James . REF: 22477MC
Planner - Highways (Contract) Location: Lincoln (Site Based) Rate: Competitive (Outside IR35) Job Type: Contract Working Pattern: Hybrid - Site and Office Based, 1 day per week from home Planner - Major Civil Engineering Contractor Our client is a leading UK civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects across the highways, rail, utilities and infrastructure sectors. Due to continued project wins, they are looking to appoint an experienced Planner to support the delivery of a major highways scheme in Lincoln. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established project team and play a key role in the successful planning and delivery of a high-profile highways project. The Role As Planner, you will be responsible for developing, managing and maintaining project programmes throughout the construction lifecycle, working closely with project managers, engineers, commercial teams and site management to ensure the project is delivered safely, efficiently and on programme. You will also provide planning support to pre-construction and estimating teams where required. Key responsibilities include: Producing and maintaining detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 (Asta Powerproject experience will also be considered). Monitoring project progress and updating programmes to reflect site activity. Identifying programme risks, critical paths and opportunities for improvement. Preparing programme updates and progress reports for internal and client meetings. Supporting programme recovery where required. Working collaboratively with operational and commercial teams throughout the project lifecycle. Assisting with tender planning and future project bids. Supporting project delivery in accordance with NEC contract requirements. About You The successful candidate will have: Previous experience as a Planner within the UK civil engineering or highways sector. Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6 and/or Asta Powerproject. Experience working on highways or major infrastructure projects. A good understanding of NEC contracts and programme management. A degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline. Experience working for recognised UK civil engineering contractors. Strong communication, analytical and organisational skills. A full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK. What's on Offer? Competitive day rate (Outside IR35). Opportunity to work on a major highways infrastructure project. Long-term contract with a leading civil engineering contractor. Hybrid working arrangement with a mix of site and office-based working. Exposure to a collaborative and experienced project team. The opportunity to contribute to future tenders and major infrastructure projects across the business. If you're an experienced Planner looking to work on a significant highways scheme with one of the UK's leading civil engineering contractors, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.
17/07/2026
Full time
Planner - Highways (Contract) Location: Lincoln (Site Based) Rate: Competitive (Outside IR35) Job Type: Contract Working Pattern: Hybrid - Site and Office Based, 1 day per week from home Planner - Major Civil Engineering Contractor Our client is a leading UK civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects across the highways, rail, utilities and infrastructure sectors. Due to continued project wins, they are looking to appoint an experienced Planner to support the delivery of a major highways scheme in Lincoln. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established project team and play a key role in the successful planning and delivery of a high-profile highways project. The Role As Planner, you will be responsible for developing, managing and maintaining project programmes throughout the construction lifecycle, working closely with project managers, engineers, commercial teams and site management to ensure the project is delivered safely, efficiently and on programme. You will also provide planning support to pre-construction and estimating teams where required. Key responsibilities include: Producing and maintaining detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 (Asta Powerproject experience will also be considered). Monitoring project progress and updating programmes to reflect site activity. Identifying programme risks, critical paths and opportunities for improvement. Preparing programme updates and progress reports for internal and client meetings. Supporting programme recovery where required. Working collaboratively with operational and commercial teams throughout the project lifecycle. Assisting with tender planning and future project bids. Supporting project delivery in accordance with NEC contract requirements. About You The successful candidate will have: Previous experience as a Planner within the UK civil engineering or highways sector. Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6 and/or Asta Powerproject. Experience working on highways or major infrastructure projects. A good understanding of NEC contracts and programme management. A degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline. Experience working for recognised UK civil engineering contractors. Strong communication, analytical and organisational skills. A full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK. What's on Offer? Competitive day rate (Outside IR35). Opportunity to work on a major highways infrastructure project. Long-term contract with a leading civil engineering contractor. Hybrid working arrangement with a mix of site and office-based working. Exposure to a collaborative and experienced project team. The opportunity to contribute to future tenders and major infrastructure projects across the business. If you're an experienced Planner looking to work on a significant highways scheme with one of the UK's leading civil engineering contractors, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.
We are currently working with a well-established and highly regarded main contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Design Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business delivering high-quality construction projects across a diverse portfolio. The Role As a Senior Design Manager, you will take ownership of the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, ensuring solutions are compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with client requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate the design process across all project stages Manage consultants and specialist subcontract designers Ensure designs meet statutory, contractual, and client requirements Drive value engineering and identify design risks/opportunities Oversee design programmes, progress, and information delivery Support bids, tenders, and pre-construction activities Manage design approvals and regulatory submissions Collaborate with delivery teams to resolve design issues on site About You Professionally qualified in a relevant discipline Proven experience in design management within a main contractor environment Strong leadership and coordination skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Commercially astute with a proactive approach to problem-solving Experience with BIM platforms (e.g. BIM 360, Asite) Full UK driving licence What's on Offer Opportunity to work on high-profile and technically challenging projects Supportive and collaborative working environment Strong pipeline of secured work Competitive salary and benefits package If you're an experienced Design Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd be keen to hear from you. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only that shortlisted will be contacted. INDC
17/07/2026
Full time
We are currently working with a well-established and highly regarded main contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Design Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business delivering high-quality construction projects across a diverse portfolio. The Role As a Senior Design Manager, you will take ownership of the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, ensuring solutions are compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with client requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate the design process across all project stages Manage consultants and specialist subcontract designers Ensure designs meet statutory, contractual, and client requirements Drive value engineering and identify design risks/opportunities Oversee design programmes, progress, and information delivery Support bids, tenders, and pre-construction activities Manage design approvals and regulatory submissions Collaborate with delivery teams to resolve design issues on site About You Professionally qualified in a relevant discipline Proven experience in design management within a main contractor environment Strong leadership and coordination skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Commercially astute with a proactive approach to problem-solving Experience with BIM platforms (e.g. BIM 360, Asite) Full UK driving licence What's on Offer Opportunity to work on high-profile and technically challenging projects Supportive and collaborative working environment Strong pipeline of secured work Competitive salary and benefits package If you're an experienced Design Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd be keen to hear from you. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only that shortlisted will be contacted. INDC
Senior Estimator Civil Engineering Water Infrastructure Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Red Sky Personnel are recruiting on behalf of a leading privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure contractor for an experienced Senior Estimator to join their growing pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established Tier 1 contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK. The business has over 40 years of experience working across the water, transport, energy and built environment sectors, with a strong pipeline of secured work through long-term frameworks and major infrastructure programmes. The Role Reporting into the Pre-Construction team, you will lead the preparation of competitive and commercially robust estimates for a range of civil engineering projects. Working closely with Bid Managers, Planners, Commercial and Operational teams, you will play a key role in securing future work and developing winning tender strategies. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of detailed estimates for civil engineering projects. Manage and mentor Estimators on larger tenders. Review tender documentation and identify commercial opportunities and risks. Develop pricing strategies alongside Bid Managers and operational teams. Prepare estimating adjudication packs and present tenders for internal approval. Maintain estimate assumptions, risk registers and tender documentation. Support negotiations during the tender process. Produce comprehensive handover information for delivery teams following contract award. Provide estimating support to business development and operational teams when required. About You The successful candidate will have: Previous experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimator within civil engineering or infrastructure. Strong experience pricing water and heavy civil engineering projects. Experience working on projects valued up to approximately £50 million. A good understanding of NEC forms of contract. Strong commercial awareness and excellent numerical skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating software. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. An engineering or commercial qualification (HNC/HND/Degree desirable). Knowledge of wastewater, rail or tunnelling projects would be advantageous. Chartered or Incorporated status is desirable but not essential. What's on Offer Competitive salary Company pension Life assurance Private medical insurance Company car or car allowance (role dependent) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional loyalty days Employee Assistance Programme Flexible benefits package Leadership and management development Ongoing professional training and career progression Long-term job security with a substantial secured workload Opportunity to work on some of the UK's largest infrastructure projects If you're an experienced Estimator looking to join a leading infrastructure contractor with an excellent reputation, long-term career prospects and a strong order book, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Red Sky Personnel for a confidential discussion.
17/07/2026
Full time
Senior Estimator Civil Engineering Water Infrastructure Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Red Sky Personnel are recruiting on behalf of a leading privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure contractor for an experienced Senior Estimator to join their growing pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established Tier 1 contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK. The business has over 40 years of experience working across the water, transport, energy and built environment sectors, with a strong pipeline of secured work through long-term frameworks and major infrastructure programmes. The Role Reporting into the Pre-Construction team, you will lead the preparation of competitive and commercially robust estimates for a range of civil engineering projects. Working closely with Bid Managers, Planners, Commercial and Operational teams, you will play a key role in securing future work and developing winning tender strategies. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of detailed estimates for civil engineering projects. Manage and mentor Estimators on larger tenders. Review tender documentation and identify commercial opportunities and risks. Develop pricing strategies alongside Bid Managers and operational teams. Prepare estimating adjudication packs and present tenders for internal approval. Maintain estimate assumptions, risk registers and tender documentation. Support negotiations during the tender process. Produce comprehensive handover information for delivery teams following contract award. Provide estimating support to business development and operational teams when required. About You The successful candidate will have: Previous experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimator within civil engineering or infrastructure. Strong experience pricing water and heavy civil engineering projects. Experience working on projects valued up to approximately £50 million. A good understanding of NEC forms of contract. Strong commercial awareness and excellent numerical skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating software. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. An engineering or commercial qualification (HNC/HND/Degree desirable). Knowledge of wastewater, rail or tunnelling projects would be advantageous. Chartered or Incorporated status is desirable but not essential. What's on Offer Competitive salary Company pension Life assurance Private medical insurance Company car or car allowance (role dependent) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional loyalty days Employee Assistance Programme Flexible benefits package Leadership and management development Ongoing professional training and career progression Long-term job security with a substantial secured workload Opportunity to work on some of the UK's largest infrastructure projects If you're an experienced Estimator looking to join a leading infrastructure contractor with an excellent reputation, long-term career prospects and a strong order book, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Red Sky Personnel for a confidential discussion.
Our client is a leading Tier 1 main contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering complex construction projects across the UK. They are looking to appoint an experienced Preconstruction Project Manager / Bid Manager to join their growing team. The successful Preconstruction Project Manager / Bid Manager will play a key role in securing and delivering projects, managing schemes from tender stage through pre-construction and into site mobilisation. Working closely with clients, consultants and internal teams, you will help drive successful bids and ensure projects are handed over efficiently to the delivery teams. Key Responsibilities: Lead projects through the pre-construction phase. Manage bid programmes and tender submissions. Coordinate design teams, consultants and internal stakeholders. Carry out buildability reviews and value engineering exercises. Support procurement strategy and project planning. Ensure a smooth transition from pre-construction to project delivery. Requirements: Previous experience as a Preconstruction Project Manager , Bid Manager , Preconstruction Manager or similar role. Main contractor background. Experience managing projects through tender and pre-construction. Strong understanding of construction methodology, procurement and programme management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience within commercial, education, healthcare, refurbishment or public sector projects would be advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity for a Preconstruction Project Manager / Bid Manager to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of secured and negotiated work. Salary: 90,000 - 100,000 + Package + Bonus.
17/07/2026
Full time
Our client is a leading Tier 1 main contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering complex construction projects across the UK. They are looking to appoint an experienced Preconstruction Project Manager / Bid Manager to join their growing team. The successful Preconstruction Project Manager / Bid Manager will play a key role in securing and delivering projects, managing schemes from tender stage through pre-construction and into site mobilisation. Working closely with clients, consultants and internal teams, you will help drive successful bids and ensure projects are handed over efficiently to the delivery teams. Key Responsibilities: Lead projects through the pre-construction phase. Manage bid programmes and tender submissions. Coordinate design teams, consultants and internal stakeholders. Carry out buildability reviews and value engineering exercises. Support procurement strategy and project planning. Ensure a smooth transition from pre-construction to project delivery. Requirements: Previous experience as a Preconstruction Project Manager , Bid Manager , Preconstruction Manager or similar role. Main contractor background. Experience managing projects through tender and pre-construction. Strong understanding of construction methodology, procurement and programme management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience within commercial, education, healthcare, refurbishment or public sector projects would be advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity for a Preconstruction Project Manager / Bid Manager to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of secured and negotiated work. Salary: 90,000 - 100,000 + Package + Bonus.
Role: Pre-Construction Manager Salary: 80,000/ 90,000 + Package Location: Yorkshire/North Midlands Our client a leading TIER 1 main contractor who operates nationally, have a need to bring in a pre-construction manager on a permanent basis to cover Frameworks with their Yorkshire and North Midlands regions. Duties: Work alongside planners, bid managers, building service managers estimators and design managers to provide competent and innovative solutions. Lead & Support on specific DFE/MOD/DIO Frameworks. Support the company in achieving its budget and business plan through preparation, delivery, submission and management of tenders. Prepare technical / quality submissions documentation for tenders. Ensure that all tender solutions have been reviewed fully from a commercial and contractual perspective and such the risks associated with each Invitation to Tender have been recognised, understood, and qualified seeking guidance from the Regional Bid Manager as necessary. Attend meetings as required representing the preconstruction function. Work closely with the regional management team and demonstrate strategic thinking when dealing with preconstruction issues arising. Demonstrate strategic awareness and develop relationships with the supply chain to ensure deliverability of tenders. Raise and maintain personal profile locally with the construction related forum by attending relevant meetings and events. Qualifications & Experience: Professionally Qualified 10+ years in a senior level construction related role (Operational/Pre-Con/BIDS) Commercially astute IT literate and numerate Able to identify and assess operational risk and develop winning strategies for projects Sound knowledge of technical challenges and solutions. Salary/Package: Salary Negotiable (dependant on experience) 33 days annual leave Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Life Assurance + much more For more information on the role/opportunity, please call Ryan & Reece
17/07/2026
Full time
Role: Pre-Construction Manager Salary: 80,000/ 90,000 + Package Location: Yorkshire/North Midlands Our client a leading TIER 1 main contractor who operates nationally, have a need to bring in a pre-construction manager on a permanent basis to cover Frameworks with their Yorkshire and North Midlands regions. Duties: Work alongside planners, bid managers, building service managers estimators and design managers to provide competent and innovative solutions. Lead & Support on specific DFE/MOD/DIO Frameworks. Support the company in achieving its budget and business plan through preparation, delivery, submission and management of tenders. Prepare technical / quality submissions documentation for tenders. Ensure that all tender solutions have been reviewed fully from a commercial and contractual perspective and such the risks associated with each Invitation to Tender have been recognised, understood, and qualified seeking guidance from the Regional Bid Manager as necessary. Attend meetings as required representing the preconstruction function. Work closely with the regional management team and demonstrate strategic thinking when dealing with preconstruction issues arising. Demonstrate strategic awareness and develop relationships with the supply chain to ensure deliverability of tenders. Raise and maintain personal profile locally with the construction related forum by attending relevant meetings and events. Qualifications & Experience: Professionally Qualified 10+ years in a senior level construction related role (Operational/Pre-Con/BIDS) Commercially astute IT literate and numerate Able to identify and assess operational risk and develop winning strategies for projects Sound knowledge of technical challenges and solutions. Salary/Package: Salary Negotiable (dependant on experience) 33 days annual leave Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Life Assurance + much more For more information on the role/opportunity, please call Ryan & Reece
Estimator - Water & Civil Engineering Location: Manchester Salary: Up to 85,000 per annum + package Employment Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time - 40 hours per week Are you an experienced Estimator with a background in water, utilities or heavy civil engineering projects? This is an opportunity to join a well-established infrastructure business delivering major civil engineering projects across the UK water sector. Working within an experienced bid and pre-construction team, you'll play a key role in securing new work across a diverse portfolio of projects including pipelines, tunnelling, shafts, MEICA, rail civils and groundworks. The Role As an Estimator, you will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive estimates for complex infrastructure projects. Working closely with bid managers, planners, procurement teams and operational stakeholders, you'll contribute to the successful delivery of tender submissions and framework opportunities. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions. Review and interpret PQQ and ITT documentation. Complete quantity take-offs and review Bills of Quantities. Develop risk, opportunity and key assumptions registers. Work closely with planning, operational and commercial teams to develop delivery methodologies. Prepare and present estimate adjudication packs. Support tender clarifications and customer negotiations. Liaise with procurement throughout the estimating process. Provide detailed handovers to delivery teams following contract award. Requirements Experience using Candy estimating software. Previous estimating or operational experience within civil engineering infrastructure projects. Experience in one or more of the following sectors: Water infrastructure Pipelines Tunnelling Shafts MEICA Rail Civils Groundworks Strong understanding of construction methodologies and resource requirements. Experience preparing tender build-ups and detailed estimates. Proficiency with Microsoft Office packages. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong organisational and commercial awareness. What's on Offer Salary up to 85,000 per annum Permanent position Full-time, 40-hour working week Opportunity to work on major UK infrastructure and water projects Exposure to long-term framework programmes Career development within a growing pre-construction function Collaborative and experienced project and bid teams If you have estimating experience within the water or civil engineering sector and would like to discuss this opportunity further, please apply below or contact Leon Smith, Murray McIntosh , at for a confidential conversation.
17/07/2026
Full time
Estimator - Water & Civil Engineering Location: Manchester Salary: Up to 85,000 per annum + package Employment Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time - 40 hours per week Are you an experienced Estimator with a background in water, utilities or heavy civil engineering projects? This is an opportunity to join a well-established infrastructure business delivering major civil engineering projects across the UK water sector. Working within an experienced bid and pre-construction team, you'll play a key role in securing new work across a diverse portfolio of projects including pipelines, tunnelling, shafts, MEICA, rail civils and groundworks. The Role As an Estimator, you will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive estimates for complex infrastructure projects. Working closely with bid managers, planners, procurement teams and operational stakeholders, you'll contribute to the successful delivery of tender submissions and framework opportunities. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions. Review and interpret PQQ and ITT documentation. Complete quantity take-offs and review Bills of Quantities. Develop risk, opportunity and key assumptions registers. Work closely with planning, operational and commercial teams to develop delivery methodologies. Prepare and present estimate adjudication packs. Support tender clarifications and customer negotiations. Liaise with procurement throughout the estimating process. Provide detailed handovers to delivery teams following contract award. Requirements Experience using Candy estimating software. Previous estimating or operational experience within civil engineering infrastructure projects. Experience in one or more of the following sectors: Water infrastructure Pipelines Tunnelling Shafts MEICA Rail Civils Groundworks Strong understanding of construction methodologies and resource requirements. Experience preparing tender build-ups and detailed estimates. Proficiency with Microsoft Office packages. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong organisational and commercial awareness. What's on Offer Salary up to 85,000 per annum Permanent position Full-time, 40-hour working week Opportunity to work on major UK infrastructure and water projects Exposure to long-term framework programmes Career development within a growing pre-construction function Collaborative and experienced project and bid teams If you have estimating experience within the water or civil engineering sector and would like to discuss this opportunity further, please apply below or contact Leon Smith, Murray McIntosh , at for a confidential conversation.
Role: Pre-Construction Manager Salary: 85,000/ 95,000 + Package Location: Yorkshire/North West Our client a leading TIER 1 main contractor who operates nationally, have a need to bring in a pre-construction manager on a permanent basis to cover their Yorkshire and North West operations. Duties: Work alongside planners, bid managers, building service managers estimators and design managers to provide competent and innovative solutions. Lead & Support the Construction Segment of the operations. Support the company in achieving its budget and business plan through preparation, delivery, submission and management of tenders. Prepare technical / quality submissions documentation for tenders. Ensure that all tender solutions have been reviewed fully from a commercial and contractual perspective and such the risks associated with each Invitation to Tender have been recognised, understood, and qualified seeking guidance from the Regional Bid Manager as necessary. Attend meetings as required representing the preconstruction function. Work closely with the regional management team and demonstrate strategic thinking when dealing with preconstruction issues arising. Demonstrate strategic awareness and develop relationships with the supply chain to ensure deliverability of tenders. Raise and maintain personal profile locally with the construction related forum by attending relevant meetings and events. Qualifications & Experience: Professionally Qualified 10+ years in a senior level construction related role (Operational/Pre-Con/BIDS) Commercially astute IT literate and numerate Able to identify and assess operational risk and develop winning strategies for projects Sound knowledge of technical challenges and solutions. Salary/Package: Salary Negotiable (dependant on experience) 33 days annual leave Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Life Assurance + much more For more information on the role/opportunity, please call Ryan & Reece
17/07/2026
Full time
Role: Pre-Construction Manager Salary: 85,000/ 95,000 + Package Location: Yorkshire/North West Our client a leading TIER 1 main contractor who operates nationally, have a need to bring in a pre-construction manager on a permanent basis to cover their Yorkshire and North West operations. Duties: Work alongside planners, bid managers, building service managers estimators and design managers to provide competent and innovative solutions. Lead & Support the Construction Segment of the operations. Support the company in achieving its budget and business plan through preparation, delivery, submission and management of tenders. Prepare technical / quality submissions documentation for tenders. Ensure that all tender solutions have been reviewed fully from a commercial and contractual perspective and such the risks associated with each Invitation to Tender have been recognised, understood, and qualified seeking guidance from the Regional Bid Manager as necessary. Attend meetings as required representing the preconstruction function. Work closely with the regional management team and demonstrate strategic thinking when dealing with preconstruction issues arising. Demonstrate strategic awareness and develop relationships with the supply chain to ensure deliverability of tenders. Raise and maintain personal profile locally with the construction related forum by attending relevant meetings and events. Qualifications & Experience: Professionally Qualified 10+ years in a senior level construction related role (Operational/Pre-Con/BIDS) Commercially astute IT literate and numerate Able to identify and assess operational risk and develop winning strategies for projects Sound knowledge of technical challenges and solutions. Salary/Package: Salary Negotiable (dependant on experience) 33 days annual leave Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Life Assurance + much more For more information on the role/opportunity, please call Ryan & Reece
