Materials Controller Location: Coventry, West Midlands Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum + Benefits Job Type: Full-Time Permanent About the Company Our client is a leading UK manufacturer within the offsite construction and modern methods of construction (MMC) sector. Operating from a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, they design, manufacture and supply high-performance building systems for projects across the education, healthcare, residential and commercial sectors. The business is continuing to grow and is seeking an experienced Materials Controller to support its manufacturing and supply chain operations. The Role Responsible for the seamless flow of materials across Innovare ensuring production lines are always fed with the right materials at the right time to prevent downtime. Leading a small team, the role manages pick lists, monitors stock levels and works closely with procurement to eliminate stock-outs and maintain accurate stock locations. The role also supports site-based workers with the timely supply of materials acting as the central coordination point between procurement and logistics. Key Responsibilities Plan and coordinate all goods in Prepare and maintain locations for incoming materials Coordinate with Procurement Coordinate with Procurement Coordinate the delivery of material to all production lines Verify contents against orders and inspect for quality and accuracy Maintain excellent housekeeping in area of responsibility Cover for the Logistic's coordinator Identify opportunities to reduce inventory costs while maintaining production continuity. Produce inventory and materials reports for management. Candidate Requirements Previous experience in a Materials Controller, Inventory Controller, Stock Controller or Supply Chain role within manufacturing. Experience working with ERP/MRP systems. Strong understanding of inventory management and material planning. Excellent organisational and analytical skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office. Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across multiple departments. Experience within construction products, timber, engineering, manufacturing or offsite construction would be advantageous. What's on Offer Competitive salary. Company pension. Training and career development opportunities. Modern manufacturing environment. Opportunity to join an innovative and growing business delivering sustainable construction solutions. Supportive team culture with genuine opportunities for progression. If you're an organised Materials Controller with experience supporting fast-paced manufacturing operations, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV. BTL01
18/09/2026
Full time
Materials Controller Location: Coventry, West Midlands Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum + Benefits Job Type: Full-Time Permanent About the Company Our client is a leading UK manufacturer within the offsite construction and modern methods of construction (MMC) sector. Operating from a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, they design, manufacture and supply high-performance building systems for projects across the education, healthcare, residential and commercial sectors. The business is continuing to grow and is seeking an experienced Materials Controller to support its manufacturing and supply chain operations. The Role Responsible for the seamless flow of materials across Innovare ensuring production lines are always fed with the right materials at the right time to prevent downtime. Leading a small team, the role manages pick lists, monitors stock levels and works closely with procurement to eliminate stock-outs and maintain accurate stock locations. The role also supports site-based workers with the timely supply of materials acting as the central coordination point between procurement and logistics. Key Responsibilities Plan and coordinate all goods in Prepare and maintain locations for incoming materials Coordinate with Procurement Coordinate with Procurement Coordinate the delivery of material to all production lines Verify contents against orders and inspect for quality and accuracy Maintain excellent housekeeping in area of responsibility Cover for the Logistic's coordinator Identify opportunities to reduce inventory costs while maintaining production continuity. Produce inventory and materials reports for management. Candidate Requirements Previous experience in a Materials Controller, Inventory Controller, Stock Controller or Supply Chain role within manufacturing. Experience working with ERP/MRP systems. Strong understanding of inventory management and material planning. Excellent organisational and analytical skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office. Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across multiple departments. Experience within construction products, timber, engineering, manufacturing or offsite construction would be advantageous. What's on Offer Competitive salary. Company pension. Training and career development opportunities. Modern manufacturing environment. Opportunity to join an innovative and growing business delivering sustainable construction solutions. Supportive team culture with genuine opportunities for progression. If you're an organised Materials Controller with experience supporting fast-paced manufacturing operations, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV. BTL01
Job Title: Estimating Administrator (M&E) Location: Norwich, Norfolk Salary: 28,000 - 30,000 Benefits: 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Healthcare A reputable regional M&E Contractor is looking for an Estimating Administrator to join their established team in Norwich. The company provides M&E services to a wide range of clients across a variety of sectors including Commercial, Education, Research & Technology, Healthcare and Leisure. These projects are typically valued between 2m and 6m. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive administrator who is looking to develop their career within the M&E / Building Services sector, working closely with experienced Estimators, Project Managers, clients, suppliers and subcontractors. As the M&E Estimating Administrator, you will provide essential administrative and coordination support throughout the tender process, helping to ensure enquiries are accurately recorded, information is issued on time and tenders are completed within deadlines. As the Estimating Administrator, you will have the following responsibilities: Providing day-to-day administrative support to the M&E estimating team. Logging and managing incoming tender enquiries and maintaining accurate records. Preparing and issuing tender enquiries to suppliers and subcontractors. Collating quotations, returns and supporting documentation for Estimators. Following up suppliers and subcontractors to ensure quotations are received within required timescales. Maintaining tender trackers and monitoring key deadlines. Assisting with the preparation and submission of tender documentation. Organising drawings, specifications, schedules and other tender information. Uploading and downloading tender information through relevant client and procurement portals. Liaising with Estimators, Project Managers, suppliers, subcontractors and clients as required. Maintaining accurate cost and supplier databases. Supporting the Estimating team with general administration and document control. Successful applicants will have the following qualifications and experience: Previous experience within an administrative, coordination or document control role, ideally within M&E, building services or construction. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office particularly Excel, Word and Outlook. Confident communication skills and the ability to liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams. The ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The ability to plan, co-ordinate and prioritise tenders. Please contact Adam Brown on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) for more information about this role or if you are interested in a new opportunity within the Building Services sector (M&E Estimating Administrator, Estimating Assistant, Pre-Construction Administrator, M&E Administrator, Construction Administrator or Document Controller)
18/09/2026
Full time
Job Title: Estimating Administrator (M&E) Location: Norwich, Norfolk Salary: 28,000 - 30,000 Benefits: 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Healthcare A reputable regional M&E Contractor is looking for an Estimating Administrator to join their established team in Norwich. The company provides M&E services to a wide range of clients across a variety of sectors including Commercial, Education, Research & Technology, Healthcare and Leisure. These projects are typically valued between 2m and 6m. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive administrator who is looking to develop their career within the M&E / Building Services sector, working closely with experienced Estimators, Project Managers, clients, suppliers and subcontractors. As the M&E Estimating Administrator, you will provide essential administrative and coordination support throughout the tender process, helping to ensure enquiries are accurately recorded, information is issued on time and tenders are completed within deadlines. As the Estimating Administrator, you will have the following responsibilities: Providing day-to-day administrative support to the M&E estimating team. Logging and managing incoming tender enquiries and maintaining accurate records. Preparing and issuing tender enquiries to suppliers and subcontractors. Collating quotations, returns and supporting documentation for Estimators. Following up suppliers and subcontractors to ensure quotations are received within required timescales. Maintaining tender trackers and monitoring key deadlines. Assisting with the preparation and submission of tender documentation. Organising drawings, specifications, schedules and other tender information. Uploading and downloading tender information through relevant client and procurement portals. Liaising with Estimators, Project Managers, suppliers, subcontractors and clients as required. Maintaining accurate cost and supplier databases. Supporting the Estimating team with general administration and document control. Successful applicants will have the following qualifications and experience: Previous experience within an administrative, coordination or document control role, ideally within M&E, building services or construction. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office particularly Excel, Word and Outlook. Confident communication skills and the ability to liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams. The ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The ability to plan, co-ordinate and prioritise tenders. Please contact Adam Brown on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) for more information about this role or if you are interested in a new opportunity within the Building Services sector (M&E Estimating Administrator, Estimating Assistant, Pre-Construction Administrator, M&E Administrator, Construction Administrator or Document Controller)
Finance Manager - Group We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Finance Manager to join Harron Homes. This is a key role within the finance function, providing strong financial oversight across our two operational regions and acting as a trusted finance partner to senior operational teams. The Finance Manager will take ownership of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, financial analysis and business partnering, while managing and developing the Management Accountant and Assistant Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys operating beyond the numbers, challenging assumptions, supporting commercial decision making and helping a growing business improve the quality and effectiveness of its financial management. The role: Financial Reporting & Control Manage month end reporting process and ensure agreed deadlines are met. Review monthly management accounts and provide clear analysis and commentary on performance against budget, forecast and prior periods. Identify and communicate key risks, opportunities, sensitivities and material movements. Review material journals, provisions, accruals and accounting estimates. Review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules. Ensure consistent accounting treatments, reporting standards and financial controls across both regions. Identify control weaknesses and drive appropriate corrective action. Cash Flow & Site Valuations Prepare and review monthly regional cash flow packs, working closely with operational teams. Maintain site cash flows covering revenue, costs, margins, work in progress and cost-to-complete forecasts. Review site valuation submissions, challenge assumptions and ensure forcasts accurately reflect the latest position. Work with regional teams to maintain current and pre-development site forecasts. Support the Finance Director with sensitivity and scenario analysis, including the impact of sales rates, pricing, incentives, build programmes and cost movements on profitability and cash flow. Attend regional review meetings where financial input is required. Budgeting & Forecasting Support the Finance Director with the annual budgeting and periodic reforcasting processes. Coordinate financial input from regional operational teams to ensure budgets and forecasts reflect current business plans. Continually improve the accuracy, efficiency and usefulness of forecasting models and processes. Banking & Cash Management Support the Finance Director with day to day cash management activities. Assist with banking, covenant and bond-provider reporting. Liaise with banks and bond providers on routine matters as required. Support effective banking, payment and fraud-prevention controls. Review bank payments and payment runs, ensuring appropriate authorisation procedures have been followed. Business Partnering Act as a senior finance contact for Regional Managing Directors and operational teams. Build strong working relationships across Commercial, Sales, Construction, Land and Technical functions. Provide constructive challenge to financial and commercial assumptions. Ensure agreed financial actions are followed through. Escalate material financial risks and concerns to the Finance Director. Promote financial accountability and consistency across the Group. Statutory, Tax & Audit Coordinate information required for statutory accounts and support the annual external audit. Support the Finance Director with corporation tax, VAT, CIS, PAYE and other statutory or tax matters and enquiries. Leadership & Development Manage, mentor and develop the Management Accountant and Assistant Management Accountant. Set high standards for accuracy, accountability and continuous improvement. Ensure responsibilities previously undertaken by regional Financial Controllers are effectively embedded within the central Finance team. Deputise for the Finance Director on routine financial and reporting matters when required. Systems & Process Improvement Drive consistent finance processes and controls across both operational regions. Identify opportunities to simplify, standardise and automate finance activities. Support the effective use and ongoing development of COINS. Improve the quality, accessibility and commercial value of management information. Ensure key finance processes and responsibilities are clearly documented. About you: You will be a qualified accountant with strong experience in financial control, management accounting, forecasting and commercial finance. You will be confident working with senior operational stakeholders and comfortable providing constructive challenge when required. You will ideally have: ACCA or CIMA qualification (or equivalent). Significant experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant position. Experience managing and developing a small finance team. Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting and cash flow projections. Excellent commercial awareness and the confidence to challenge senior stakeholders constructively. Experience within housebuilding, construction or another project-based environment is desirable. Experience with VAT, CIS, PAYE and other statutory reporting and enquries. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities. COINS experience is desirable. Personal attributes: A clear, confident and effective communicator at all levels. Commercially minded and able to translate financial information into meaningful business insight. Highly organised, dependable and able to deliver to deadlines. Exceptionally accurate, with strong attention to detail. A motivated and supportive leader who enjoys developing others. Proactive, curious and committed to continuous improvement. A confident decision-maker with sound commercial judgement. Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, operational environment. We believe Harron Homes is a place for everyone, no matter where you come from, what you look like or how you identify. Please note due to the volume of applicants, if you have not heard from us within 14 days, please accept this as confirmation that we will not be progressing with your application further on this occasion.
14/09/2026
Full time
Finance Manager - Group We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Finance Manager to join Harron Homes. This is a key role within the finance function, providing strong financial oversight across our two operational regions and acting as a trusted finance partner to senior operational teams. The Finance Manager will take ownership of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, financial analysis and business partnering, while managing and developing the Management Accountant and Assistant Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys operating beyond the numbers, challenging assumptions, supporting commercial decision making and helping a growing business improve the quality and effectiveness of its financial management. The role: Financial Reporting & Control Manage month end reporting process and ensure agreed deadlines are met. Review monthly management accounts and provide clear analysis and commentary on performance against budget, forecast and prior periods. Identify and communicate key risks, opportunities, sensitivities and material movements. Review material journals, provisions, accruals and accounting estimates. Review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules. Ensure consistent accounting treatments, reporting standards and financial controls across both regions. Identify control weaknesses and drive appropriate corrective action. Cash Flow & Site Valuations Prepare and review monthly regional cash flow packs, working closely with operational teams. Maintain site cash flows covering revenue, costs, margins, work in progress and cost-to-complete forecasts. Review site valuation submissions, challenge assumptions and ensure forcasts accurately reflect the latest position. Work with regional teams to maintain current and pre-development site forecasts. Support the Finance Director with sensitivity and scenario analysis, including the impact of sales rates, pricing, incentives, build programmes and cost movements on profitability and cash flow. Attend regional review meetings where financial input is required. Budgeting & Forecasting Support the Finance Director with the annual budgeting and periodic reforcasting processes. Coordinate financial input from regional operational teams to ensure budgets and forecasts reflect current business plans. Continually improve the accuracy, efficiency and usefulness of forecasting models and processes. Banking & Cash Management Support the Finance Director with day to day cash management activities. Assist with banking, covenant and bond-provider reporting. Liaise with banks and bond providers on routine matters as required. Support effective banking, payment and fraud-prevention controls. Review bank payments and payment runs, ensuring appropriate authorisation procedures have been followed. Business Partnering Act as a senior finance contact for Regional Managing Directors and operational teams. Build strong working relationships across Commercial, Sales, Construction, Land and Technical functions. Provide constructive challenge to financial and commercial assumptions. Ensure agreed financial actions are followed through. Escalate material financial risks and concerns to the Finance Director. Promote financial accountability and consistency across the Group. Statutory, Tax & Audit Coordinate information required for statutory accounts and support the annual external audit. Support the Finance Director with corporation tax, VAT, CIS, PAYE and other statutory or tax matters and enquiries. Leadership & Development Manage, mentor and develop the Management Accountant and Assistant Management Accountant. Set high standards for accuracy, accountability and continuous improvement. Ensure responsibilities previously undertaken by regional Financial Controllers are effectively embedded within the central Finance team. Deputise for the Finance Director on routine financial and reporting matters when required. Systems & Process Improvement Drive consistent finance processes and controls across both operational regions. Identify opportunities to simplify, standardise and automate finance activities. Support the effective use and ongoing development of COINS. Improve the quality, accessibility and commercial value of management information. Ensure key finance processes and responsibilities are clearly documented. About you: You will be a qualified accountant with strong experience in financial control, management accounting, forecasting and commercial finance. You will be confident working with senior operational stakeholders and comfortable providing constructive challenge when required. You will ideally have: ACCA or CIMA qualification (or equivalent). Significant experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant position. Experience managing and developing a small finance team. Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting and cash flow projections. Excellent commercial awareness and the confidence to challenge senior stakeholders constructively. Experience within housebuilding, construction or another project-based environment is desirable. Experience with VAT, CIS, PAYE and other statutory reporting and enquries. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities. COINS experience is desirable. Personal attributes: A clear, confident and effective communicator at all levels. Commercially minded and able to translate financial information into meaningful business insight. Highly organised, dependable and able to deliver to deadlines. Exceptionally accurate, with strong attention to detail. A motivated and supportive leader who enjoys developing others. Proactive, curious and committed to continuous improvement. A confident decision-maker with sound commercial judgement. Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, operational environment. We believe Harron Homes is a place for everyone, no matter where you come from, what you look like or how you identify. Please note due to the volume of applicants, if you have not heard from us within 14 days, please accept this as confirmation that we will not be progressing with your application further on this occasion.
Financial Controller Location - Manchester Salary/Package - 50,000 - 65,000 + Package About the Company Our client is a growing and diversified Manchester-based group operating across construction, property development, facilities management, fire systems, waste management, scaffolding and concrete . The business has grown into a multi-division organisation with a strong focus on quality, innovation and sustainable growth. Its construction and property operations deliver high-quality developments, while the wider group provides specialist services across the built environment. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to strengthen its finance function with an experienced Financial Controller who can take ownership of key financial controls, reporting and commercial finance processes. The Role As Financial Controller, you will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business, providing accurate management information and supporting senior management with commercial and financial decision-making. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working within a growing, entrepreneurial environment and is comfortable operating across multiple areas of a diverse business. Key Responsibilities Overseeing the day-to-day financial management and accounting function Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reporting Producing budgets, forecasts and cash flow projections Managing balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls Monitoring working capital and cash flow Overseeing purchase and sales ledger processes Managing VAT, CIS and other statutory financial requirements Supporting year-end accounts and external audit processes Providing financial analysis and commercial insight to senior management Monitoring project and company performance Supporting cost control and margin analysis across construction and development activities Managing WIP and project-related financial information Reviewing financial systems and improving internal processes and controls Ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting across the group Working closely with operational and commercial teams Supporting senior leadership with financial planning and decision-making Managing and developing members of the finance team where required Assisting with wider business improvement and finance projects The Ideal Candidate The successful Financial Controller will ideally have: Proven experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Management Accountant or similar Strong technical accounting knowledge Experience within construction, property, development or another project-based environment Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience Experience with budgets, forecasts and cash flow management Good understanding of WIP, project accounting and cost control Strong Excel and financial systems skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Commercially minded approach with the ability to provide meaningful financial insight Ability to work independently within a growing business ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualification would be advantageous, although strong relevant experience will also be considered What's on Offer 50,000 - 65,000 salary + package Manchester-based opportunity Growing and diversified group Exposure across construction, property and wider built-environment businesses Senior role with genuine influence over financial performance Opportunity to improve systems, controls and reporting Long-term career progression Supportive and entrepreneurial working environment Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. 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. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM
10/09/2026
Full time
Financial Controller Location - Manchester Salary/Package - 50,000 - 65,000 + Package About the Company Our client is a growing and diversified Manchester-based group operating across construction, property development, facilities management, fire systems, waste management, scaffolding and concrete . The business has grown into a multi-division organisation with a strong focus on quality, innovation and sustainable growth. Its construction and property operations deliver high-quality developments, while the wider group provides specialist services across the built environment. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to strengthen its finance function with an experienced Financial Controller who can take ownership of key financial controls, reporting and commercial finance processes. The Role As Financial Controller, you will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business, providing accurate management information and supporting senior management with commercial and financial decision-making. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working within a growing, entrepreneurial environment and is comfortable operating across multiple areas of a diverse business. Key Responsibilities Overseeing the day-to-day financial management and accounting function Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reporting Producing budgets, forecasts and cash flow projections Managing balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls Monitoring working capital and cash flow Overseeing purchase and sales ledger processes Managing VAT, CIS and other statutory financial requirements Supporting year-end accounts and external audit processes Providing financial analysis and commercial insight to senior management Monitoring project and company performance Supporting cost control and margin analysis across construction and development activities Managing WIP and project-related financial information Reviewing financial systems and improving internal processes and controls Ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting across the group Working closely with operational and commercial teams Supporting senior leadership with financial planning and decision-making Managing and developing members of the finance team where required Assisting with wider business improvement and finance projects The Ideal Candidate The successful Financial Controller will ideally have: Proven experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Management Accountant or similar Strong technical accounting knowledge Experience within construction, property, development or another project-based environment Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience Experience with budgets, forecasts and cash flow management Good understanding of WIP, project accounting and cost control Strong Excel and financial systems skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Commercially minded approach with the ability to provide meaningful financial insight Ability to work independently within a growing business ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualification would be advantageous, although strong relevant experience will also be considered What's on Offer 50,000 - 65,000 salary + package Manchester-based opportunity Growing and diversified group Exposure across construction, property and wider built-environment businesses Senior role with genuine influence over financial performance Opportunity to improve systems, controls and reporting Long-term career progression Supportive and entrepreneurial working environment Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. 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. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM
Job Description: Mobile Crane Hire Desk Manager As a Mobile Crane Hire Desk Manager at Baldwins Crane Hire Ltd, you will play a crucial role in coordinating and managing the day-to-day operations of our mobile crane rental services. Your expertise in organisation, communication, and customer service will ensure smooth execution and efficient delivery of our crane hire solutions to clients across the UK. This role is based at our Newport Depot. Key Responsibilities: Customer Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for clients inquiring about mobile crane rentals. Understand their requirements, advise on suitable crane options, and provide accurate quotations based on crane availability, rental duration, and other factors. Scheduling and Dispatching: Efficiently schedule and allocate cranes based on client requests and project timelines. Coordinate with crane operators to ensure timely and safe dispatch of equipment to client sites. Documentation and Contracts: Prepare rental contracts and documentation, ensuring all terms, conditions, and safety regulations are clearly outlined and agreed upon by both the company and clients. Logistical Support: Coordinate transportation logistics, ensuring the delivery and pick-up of cranes are arranged in a timely and cost-effective manner. Equipment Maintenance: Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure all cranes are well-maintained, serviced, and inspected regularly. Keep accurate records of maintenance activities. Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to all health and safety regulations during crane operations and rentals. Coordinate with the Health and Safety team to implement best practices. Problem-Solving: Address any operational issues or challenges that may arise during crane hire, taking prompt action to find solutions and minimise disruptions to client projects. Customer Support: Provide excellent customer service throughout the rental process, addressing client queries, and handling any concerns or complaints professionally and efficiently. Financial Administration: Assist with invoicing, billing, and processing payments related to crane rentals. Maintain accurate financial records and reporting. Data Management: Keep comprehensive and up-to-date records of all crane rental transactions, ensuring proper documentation and archiving for future reference. Qualifications and Skills: Previous experience in a similar role, preferably within the crane or heavy equipment rental industry. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients and internal teams. Knowledge of mobile crane types and their applications is advantageous. Proficient in using computer systems and software for scheduling and administrative tasks. Problem-solving abilities and the capability to make quick decisions under pressure. Understanding of health and safety regulations related to crane operations. High attention to detail and accuracy in managing paperwork and documentation. Flexibility to work occasional overtime and weekends as per business demands. Join Baldwins Crane Hire Ltd and become a vital part of our dynamic team, providing top-quality mobile crane solutions to clients. Apply your skills and expertise as a Mobile Crane Hire Desk Controller to contribute to the success and growth of our company.
09/09/2026
Full time
Job Description: Mobile Crane Hire Desk Manager As a Mobile Crane Hire Desk Manager at Baldwins Crane Hire Ltd, you will play a crucial role in coordinating and managing the day-to-day operations of our mobile crane rental services. Your expertise in organisation, communication, and customer service will ensure smooth execution and efficient delivery of our crane hire solutions to clients across the UK. This role is based at our Newport Depot. Key Responsibilities: Customer Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for clients inquiring about mobile crane rentals. Understand their requirements, advise on suitable crane options, and provide accurate quotations based on crane availability, rental duration, and other factors. Scheduling and Dispatching: Efficiently schedule and allocate cranes based on client requests and project timelines. Coordinate with crane operators to ensure timely and safe dispatch of equipment to client sites. Documentation and Contracts: Prepare rental contracts and documentation, ensuring all terms, conditions, and safety regulations are clearly outlined and agreed upon by both the company and clients. Logistical Support: Coordinate transportation logistics, ensuring the delivery and pick-up of cranes are arranged in a timely and cost-effective manner. Equipment Maintenance: Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure all cranes are well-maintained, serviced, and inspected regularly. Keep accurate records of maintenance activities. Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to all health and safety regulations during crane operations and rentals. Coordinate with the Health and Safety team to implement best practices. Problem-Solving: Address any operational issues or challenges that may arise during crane hire, taking prompt action to find solutions and minimise disruptions to client projects. Customer Support: Provide excellent customer service throughout the rental process, addressing client queries, and handling any concerns or complaints professionally and efficiently. Financial Administration: Assist with invoicing, billing, and processing payments related to crane rentals. Maintain accurate financial records and reporting. Data Management: Keep comprehensive and up-to-date records of all crane rental transactions, ensuring proper documentation and archiving for future reference. Qualifications and Skills: Previous experience in a similar role, preferably within the crane or heavy equipment rental industry. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients and internal teams. Knowledge of mobile crane types and their applications is advantageous. Proficient in using computer systems and software for scheduling and administrative tasks. Problem-solving abilities and the capability to make quick decisions under pressure. Understanding of health and safety regulations related to crane operations. High attention to detail and accuracy in managing paperwork and documentation. Flexibility to work occasional overtime and weekends as per business demands. Join Baldwins Crane Hire Ltd and become a vital part of our dynamic team, providing top-quality mobile crane solutions to clients. Apply your skills and expertise as a Mobile Crane Hire Desk Controller to contribute to the success and growth of our company.
Financial Controller - Construction Business - Cumbria Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 + Benefits + Potential Future Financial Director Opportunity A growing and established construction business is looking to appoint an experienced Financial Controller to take overall responsibility for the finance function and play a key role within the Senior Leadership Team. This is a broad, commercially focused position combining financial control, commercial finance, business intelligence, reporting and digital transformation, with the successful candidate having genuine influence over the wider business. The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will lead the finance function and provide strategic financial insight to support profitable growth and informed decision-making. You will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, compliance and governance, while working closely with the Commercial and Operational teams to improve project profitability and financial performance. A key part of the role will also be developing the company's management information and digital reporting capabilities, including Power BI dashboards, automated reporting and integration between Sage, HubSpot, EQ2 and other business systems. You will also lead and develop the existing finance team, working closely with senior stakeholders and external advisers. Experience Required We're looking for an experienced Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant or Financial Controller with: Fully qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA status. Proven experience within the construction industry . Strong knowledge of CIS, VAT and construction accounting . Good understanding of project costing, WIP, CVRs and construction cash flow. Experience producing management accounts and commercial financial analysis. Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling experience. Advanced Excel skills. Strong Power BI reporting and dashboard development experience. Experience integrating and improving multiple business systems. Strong Sage experience; Sage 200 would be advantageous. Excellent commercial awareness and business partnering skills. Confidence operating as part of a Senior Leadership Team. Experience leading and developing a finance team. Experience with HubSpot, SQL, Power Query or wider digital transformation projects would be advantageous. Package 55,000 - 65,000 base Senior Leadership Team position Excellent benefits package Significant autonomy and responsibility Opportunity to lead digital transformation within the finance function Strong long-term career progression This is a genuine senior finance opportunity for an ambitious Financial Controller who wants to move beyond traditional financial reporting, influence commercial decision-making and ultimately progress into a Finance Director position.
08/09/2026
Full time
Financial Controller - Construction Business - Cumbria Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 + Benefits + Potential Future Financial Director Opportunity A growing and established construction business is looking to appoint an experienced Financial Controller to take overall responsibility for the finance function and play a key role within the Senior Leadership Team. This is a broad, commercially focused position combining financial control, commercial finance, business intelligence, reporting and digital transformation, with the successful candidate having genuine influence over the wider business. The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will lead the finance function and provide strategic financial insight to support profitable growth and informed decision-making. You will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, compliance and governance, while working closely with the Commercial and Operational teams to improve project profitability and financial performance. A key part of the role will also be developing the company's management information and digital reporting capabilities, including Power BI dashboards, automated reporting and integration between Sage, HubSpot, EQ2 and other business systems. You will also lead and develop the existing finance team, working closely with senior stakeholders and external advisers. Experience Required We're looking for an experienced Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant or Financial Controller with: Fully qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA status. Proven experience within the construction industry . Strong knowledge of CIS, VAT and construction accounting . Good understanding of project costing, WIP, CVRs and construction cash flow. Experience producing management accounts and commercial financial analysis. Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling experience. Advanced Excel skills. Strong Power BI reporting and dashboard development experience. Experience integrating and improving multiple business systems. Strong Sage experience; Sage 200 would be advantageous. Excellent commercial awareness and business partnering skills. Confidence operating as part of a Senior Leadership Team. Experience leading and developing a finance team. Experience with HubSpot, SQL, Power Query or wider digital transformation projects would be advantageous. Package 55,000 - 65,000 base Senior Leadership Team position Excellent benefits package Significant autonomy and responsibility Opportunity to lead digital transformation within the finance function Strong long-term career progression This is a genuine senior finance opportunity for an ambitious Financial Controller who wants to move beyond traditional financial reporting, influence commercial decision-making and ultimately progress into a Finance Director position.
About the Company T Vaughan Ltd is a specialist Enabling, Groundworks, Civil Engineering and RC Frame company based in Brentwood, Essex. We employ a select group of individuals with the professional knowledge and practical skills to provide a high-quality service, tailored to our clients' needs. Current projects range in value from 500k to 10 million. As a company we operate within a fast paced environment across a diverse range of projects primarily in London and the South East but with projects stretching across the whole of England. Role Overview We are looking for an organised and proactive Plant Controller to manage the coordination of plant and equipment across our live construction sites. You will act as the central point of contact between site teams, external hire companies, and internal fleet operations. You will ensure the right plant is in the right place at the right time, track our own machinery, and manage relationships with external hire suppliers to keep costs under control. Key Responsibilities Take plant requests from site managers/foremen on live sites and arrange the required machinery, whether from our own fleet or an external hire company Track the location, availability, and utilisation of all internally owned plant across sites, depot, and workshop Plan and coordinate movements of internal plant between sites to minimise downtime and avoid unnecessary external hire costs Manage relationships and accounts with external plant hire companies, including raising hire requests, negotiating rates, and querying invoices Maintain accurate records of all on-hire and off-hire equipment, ensuring timely off-hire to avoid unnecessary charges Liaise with the workshop/maintenance team to schedule servicing, repairs, and safety inspections for internal fleet Monitor external hire costs against site budgets and flag overspend or inefficiencies to site/project management Ensure all plant on site is compliant with relevant health & safety, LOLER, and PUWER requirements, and that documentation (inspections, certificates) is up to date Resolve issues raised by site teams regarding breakdowns, delays, or incorrect equipment promptly Support cost control by identifying opportunities to use internal plant over external hire where possible Maintain internal plant hire/tracking system and produce reports on fleet utilisation and hire spend General administrative duties related to plant coordination Skills & Experience Required Previous experience as a plant controller/coordinator, or in plant/fleet management within a construction or civil engineering environment (essential) Strong working knowledge of construction plant and equipment Experience managing external hire company accounts, including rate negotiation and invoice queries (desirable) Excellent organisational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple live sites and deadlines simultaneously Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with site managers, hire suppliers, and internal teams Competent using plant/fleet tracking software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook) Good numeracy skills for cost tracking and budget control Ability to work well under pressure and respond quickly to site demands Full UK driving licence (desirable) Knowledge of health & safety requirements relevant to plant on construction sites (LOLER/PUWER) (desirable)
07/09/2026
Full time
About the Company T Vaughan Ltd is a specialist Enabling, Groundworks, Civil Engineering and RC Frame company based in Brentwood, Essex. We employ a select group of individuals with the professional knowledge and practical skills to provide a high-quality service, tailored to our clients' needs. Current projects range in value from 500k to 10 million. As a company we operate within a fast paced environment across a diverse range of projects primarily in London and the South East but with projects stretching across the whole of England. Role Overview We are looking for an organised and proactive Plant Controller to manage the coordination of plant and equipment across our live construction sites. You will act as the central point of contact between site teams, external hire companies, and internal fleet operations. You will ensure the right plant is in the right place at the right time, track our own machinery, and manage relationships with external hire suppliers to keep costs under control. Key Responsibilities Take plant requests from site managers/foremen on live sites and arrange the required machinery, whether from our own fleet or an external hire company Track the location, availability, and utilisation of all internally owned plant across sites, depot, and workshop Plan and coordinate movements of internal plant between sites to minimise downtime and avoid unnecessary external hire costs Manage relationships and accounts with external plant hire companies, including raising hire requests, negotiating rates, and querying invoices Maintain accurate records of all on-hire and off-hire equipment, ensuring timely off-hire to avoid unnecessary charges Liaise with the workshop/maintenance team to schedule servicing, repairs, and safety inspections for internal fleet Monitor external hire costs against site budgets and flag overspend or inefficiencies to site/project management Ensure all plant on site is compliant with relevant health & safety, LOLER, and PUWER requirements, and that documentation (inspections, certificates) is up to date Resolve issues raised by site teams regarding breakdowns, delays, or incorrect equipment promptly Support cost control by identifying opportunities to use internal plant over external hire where possible Maintain internal plant hire/tracking system and produce reports on fleet utilisation and hire spend General administrative duties related to plant coordination Skills & Experience Required Previous experience as a plant controller/coordinator, or in plant/fleet management within a construction or civil engineering environment (essential) Strong working knowledge of construction plant and equipment Experience managing external hire company accounts, including rate negotiation and invoice queries (desirable) Excellent organisational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple live sites and deadlines simultaneously Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with site managers, hire suppliers, and internal teams Competent using plant/fleet tracking software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook) Good numeracy skills for cost tracking and budget control Ability to work well under pressure and respond quickly to site demands Full UK driving licence (desirable) Knowledge of health & safety requirements relevant to plant on construction sites (LOLER/PUWER) (desirable)
Accounts Assistant Holborn, London Up to 45,000 + Benefits Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Accounts Assistant - Construction - Holborn - Up to 45,000 + Benefits A growing and well-established construction main contractor is looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Assistant to join its busy finance team based in Holborn, London . This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Assistant or Assistant Accountant looking to develop their career within a construction environment and gain broader exposure across management accounts, project accounting, cashflow, reconciliations and financial reporting. You will work closely with the Financial Controller and Assistant Financial Controller, supporting the day-to-day finance function and helping ensure accurate and timely financial information across the business. The Role As an Accounts Assistant, your responsibilities will include: Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports. Assisting with month-end accounting, including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations. Preparing and maintaining balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations. Supporting weekly cashflow reporting and forecasting. Assisting with project accounting and job-cost reporting, working closely with Commercial and Construction teams. Raising and processing sales invoices across construction projects. Processing supplier and subcontractor invoices and assisting with payment runs. Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams to resolve finance queries. Assisting with payroll and staff expense journals. Maintaining accurate financial records across multiple entities. Supporting the Financial Controller and Assistant Financial Controller with wider finance administration and reporting. Assisting with Excel-based reporting and process improvements. Ensuring finance deadlines are met and information is accurate and up to date. About You The ideal candidate will have a solid practical accounts background and be looking to develop within a broader finance role. You will ideally have: Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant or similar. Experience within construction, property, contracting or another project-based environment is highly desirable. Good understanding of month-end processes and reconciliations. Experience across purchase ledger, sales ledger, invoicing and payment processes. Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data and reports. Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Good communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with both finance and operational teams. A proactive approach with the ability to manage deadlines and take ownership of your workload. Experience with Sage 50, Construct Cloud or similar finance/project accounting systems would be advantageous. You do not need to be fully qualified. The key requirement is strong hands-on accounts experience, a good understanding of financial processes and the ambition to progress within a growing construction business. Salary & Benefits Up to 45,000, depending on experience. Travel expenses covered. Phone allowance. 25 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays. Annual leave increases by 1 day per year after 2 years' service, up to a maximum of 30 days. Private Medical Insurance. Death in Service benefit. Salary sacrifice pension scheme. Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. Based from the company's Holborn office. Flexible approach to occasional home working where required for appointments, childcare or personal commitments, although the company prefers a collaborative, office-based working environment. Why Apply? This is more than a purely transactional Accounts Assistant position. You will gain genuine exposure to the wider financial and commercial side of a successful construction business, working alongside senior members of the finance team. The role offers the opportunity to develop experience across: Management Accounts Project Accounting Job Costing Cashflow Month End Reconciliations Invoicing Commercial Finance If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a broader role, increased responsibility and genuine long-term progression, we'd be keen to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
05/09/2026
Full time
Accounts Assistant Holborn, London Up to 45,000 + Benefits Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Accounts Assistant - Construction - Holborn - Up to 45,000 + Benefits A growing and well-established construction main contractor is looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Assistant to join its busy finance team based in Holborn, London . This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Assistant or Assistant Accountant looking to develop their career within a construction environment and gain broader exposure across management accounts, project accounting, cashflow, reconciliations and financial reporting. You will work closely with the Financial Controller and Assistant Financial Controller, supporting the day-to-day finance function and helping ensure accurate and timely financial information across the business. The Role As an Accounts Assistant, your responsibilities will include: Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports. Assisting with month-end accounting, including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations. Preparing and maintaining balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations. Supporting weekly cashflow reporting and forecasting. Assisting with project accounting and job-cost reporting, working closely with Commercial and Construction teams. Raising and processing sales invoices across construction projects. Processing supplier and subcontractor invoices and assisting with payment runs. Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams to resolve finance queries. Assisting with payroll and staff expense journals. Maintaining accurate financial records across multiple entities. Supporting the Financial Controller and Assistant Financial Controller with wider finance administration and reporting. Assisting with Excel-based reporting and process improvements. Ensuring finance deadlines are met and information is accurate and up to date. About You The ideal candidate will have a solid practical accounts background and be looking to develop within a broader finance role. You will ideally have: Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant or similar. Experience within construction, property, contracting or another project-based environment is highly desirable. Good understanding of month-end processes and reconciliations. Experience across purchase ledger, sales ledger, invoicing and payment processes. Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data and reports. Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Good communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with both finance and operational teams. A proactive approach with the ability to manage deadlines and take ownership of your workload. Experience with Sage 50, Construct Cloud or similar finance/project accounting systems would be advantageous. You do not need to be fully qualified. The key requirement is strong hands-on accounts experience, a good understanding of financial processes and the ambition to progress within a growing construction business. Salary & Benefits Up to 45,000, depending on experience. Travel expenses covered. Phone allowance. 25 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays. Annual leave increases by 1 day per year after 2 years' service, up to a maximum of 30 days. Private Medical Insurance. Death in Service benefit. Salary sacrifice pension scheme. Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. Based from the company's Holborn office. Flexible approach to occasional home working where required for appointments, childcare or personal commitments, although the company prefers a collaborative, office-based working environment. Why Apply? This is more than a purely transactional Accounts Assistant position. You will gain genuine exposure to the wider financial and commercial side of a successful construction business, working alongside senior members of the finance team. The role offers the opportunity to develop experience across: Management Accounts Project Accounting Job Costing Cashflow Month End Reconciliations Invoicing Commercial Finance If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a broader role, increased responsibility and genuine long-term progression, we'd be keen to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Development Manager (BTR & HMO) - Cradle to Grave Location: West London Reporting to: Owners/Directors Salary: c100K Type: Full-time, permanent The Opportunity This is a rare ground-floor opportunity to help build a development business from the inside out. Backed by significant capital, the company has a proven track record delivering smaller-scale refurbishment projects (circa 5m) and is now scaling ambitiously into Build-to-Rent (BTR) and House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) development, targeting a portfolio in the tens of millions and beyond. We're looking for a hands-on, systems-minded construction and development professional who has managed schemes through every stage - from land acquisition and planning through to construction, handover, and asset management ("cradle to grave") - and who wants to build the infrastructure, processes, and team that will take this company from a small investor into a serious, scaled developer. This is not a role for someone who wants to slot into an existing machine. It's a role for someone who wants to build the machine. About the Business Currently delivering refurbishment projects at c. 5m scale Growth strategy centred on BTR and HMO, with a retain-and-rent / multi-unit model Portfolio ambition: scaling toward 70m+ Recent/planned schemes include multi-month construction programmes (c. 18 months, 6m+ construction value) Backed by strong institutional/private capital to support aggressive growth Small, close-knit team currently - this hire will play a central role in professionalising and scaling operations Role Purpose The Development Manager will own the development process end-to-end and will be responsible for designing and implementing the systems, controls, and programme structures needed to support rapid, sustainable growth. This includes everything from feasibility and appraisal through to delivery, document control, and operational handover. You'll work closely with the leadership team to shape how the business operates as it scales - effectively building the operational backbone of a future major developer. Key Responsibilities Development & Delivery Lead projects through every stage of the development lifecycle: planning, design coordination, procurement, construction delivery, and practical completion/handover Manage BTR and HMO schemes specifically, understanding the regulatory, planning, and operational nuances of each asset class Oversee construction programmes, budgets, and contractor/consultant teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget Systems & Process Building Design and implement development management systems, programmes, and reporting frameworks appropriate for a scaling business Establish robust document control processes and oversee document controllers Build repeatable playbooks for appraisal, procurement, and delivery that can be applied as deal volume increases Commercial & Strategic Support cost planning, cost control, and collection processes (addressing current gaps in cost/collection tracking) Input into portfolio growth strategy, including retain vs. sell decisions and rental/multi-unit strategy Work closely with finance/CFA-qualified colleagues on reporting and investment appraisal Team & Culture Help recruit, structure, and mentor a growing operations and delivery team Act as a key operational leader as the business transitions from a small investment company to an established developer What We're Looking For Proven track record managing property development projects cradle to grave - ideally including BTR and/or HMO schemes Strong understanding of construction delivery, programme management, and contractor management Experience setting up or improving development systems, processes, or reporting frameworks (not just working within them) Commercially astute, comfortable with cost planning, budgeting, and reporting A builder mentality - genuinely excited by the prospect of shaping a business from an early stage, not just executing within an established structure Strong organisational skills and comfort with document control and governance Construction, quantity surveying, project management, or development-related qualification desirable (e.g. MRICS, CIOB, or equivalent experience) Why Join Genuine opportunity to shape a business at the ground floor, backed by serious capital and ambition Direct exposure to leadership and strategic decision-making Clear growth trajectory - from 5m refurbishment projects toward a 70m+ portfolio and beyond Autonomy to build systems and teams your way, rather than inheriting legacy processes Significant long-term career upside as the business scales
04/09/2026
Full time
Development Manager (BTR & HMO) - Cradle to Grave Location: West London Reporting to: Owners/Directors Salary: c100K Type: Full-time, permanent The Opportunity This is a rare ground-floor opportunity to help build a development business from the inside out. Backed by significant capital, the company has a proven track record delivering smaller-scale refurbishment projects (circa 5m) and is now scaling ambitiously into Build-to-Rent (BTR) and House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) development, targeting a portfolio in the tens of millions and beyond. We're looking for a hands-on, systems-minded construction and development professional who has managed schemes through every stage - from land acquisition and planning through to construction, handover, and asset management ("cradle to grave") - and who wants to build the infrastructure, processes, and team that will take this company from a small investor into a serious, scaled developer. This is not a role for someone who wants to slot into an existing machine. It's a role for someone who wants to build the machine. About the Business Currently delivering refurbishment projects at c. 5m scale Growth strategy centred on BTR and HMO, with a retain-and-rent / multi-unit model Portfolio ambition: scaling toward 70m+ Recent/planned schemes include multi-month construction programmes (c. 18 months, 6m+ construction value) Backed by strong institutional/private capital to support aggressive growth Small, close-knit team currently - this hire will play a central role in professionalising and scaling operations Role Purpose The Development Manager will own the development process end-to-end and will be responsible for designing and implementing the systems, controls, and programme structures needed to support rapid, sustainable growth. This includes everything from feasibility and appraisal through to delivery, document control, and operational handover. You'll work closely with the leadership team to shape how the business operates as it scales - effectively building the operational backbone of a future major developer. Key Responsibilities Development & Delivery Lead projects through every stage of the development lifecycle: planning, design coordination, procurement, construction delivery, and practical completion/handover Manage BTR and HMO schemes specifically, understanding the regulatory, planning, and operational nuances of each asset class Oversee construction programmes, budgets, and contractor/consultant teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget Systems & Process Building Design and implement development management systems, programmes, and reporting frameworks appropriate for a scaling business Establish robust document control processes and oversee document controllers Build repeatable playbooks for appraisal, procurement, and delivery that can be applied as deal volume increases Commercial & Strategic Support cost planning, cost control, and collection processes (addressing current gaps in cost/collection tracking) Input into portfolio growth strategy, including retain vs. sell decisions and rental/multi-unit strategy Work closely with finance/CFA-qualified colleagues on reporting and investment appraisal Team & Culture Help recruit, structure, and mentor a growing operations and delivery team Act as a key operational leader as the business transitions from a small investment company to an established developer What We're Looking For Proven track record managing property development projects cradle to grave - ideally including BTR and/or HMO schemes Strong understanding of construction delivery, programme management, and contractor management Experience setting up or improving development systems, processes, or reporting frameworks (not just working within them) Commercially astute, comfortable with cost planning, budgeting, and reporting A builder mentality - genuinely excited by the prospect of shaping a business from an early stage, not just executing within an established structure Strong organisational skills and comfort with document control and governance Construction, quantity surveying, project management, or development-related qualification desirable (e.g. MRICS, CIOB, or equivalent experience) Why Join Genuine opportunity to shape a business at the ground floor, backed by serious capital and ambition Direct exposure to leadership and strategic decision-making Clear growth trajectory - from 5m refurbishment projects toward a 70m+ portfolio and beyond Autonomy to build systems and teams your way, rather than inheriting legacy processes Significant long-term career upside as the business scales
APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED
Braintree, Essex
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Head of Design Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: /66 Location: Essex Start Date: Oct 2026 onwards Salary: c 100k- 110k (DOE) basic plus competitive package inc car allowance, healthcare, pension etc. Company & Project: A prominent main contractor specialising in the Commercial, Defence, Mixed-Use, Education and Science sectors is looking for an experienced Design professional to lead a regional team of 7 across multiple projects. This role involves managing a team of Design Managers, Document Controllers, and Digital Construction staff. The successful candidate will oversee the design process across a range of projects, beginning at the feasibility stage and continuing through to on-site coordination. Previous experience leading the Design through PCSA stage is essential for this opportunity. Duties & Responsibilities: Lead a team of Design Managers through all RIBA stages, bid management, PCSA/2nd Stage, and essential H&S, operational, and commercial reviews. Implement and ensure accountability for Design Management effectiveness and best practice across the entire discipline. Provide functional leadership for design management within the local area. Oversee and manage all Design Management standards and controls. Execute a clear Design Management strategy and approach across all project opportunities and tenders. Promote collaboration between design and cost teams to ensure budget and programme drive positive outcomes. Act as the key point of coordination between design teams, the client, and the on-site delivery team. Maintain a process-driven approach, utilising practical construction knowledge and a keen eye for detail. Desirable Experience: 10 years+ experience as a Design Manager or more senior, for a Main Contractor. Design Coordination on projects in excess of 20m+ from early planning stages through to project completion. Excellent knowledge of Construction methodology, Design & Build contracts, Planning legislation and Building Safety Act. Previous Roles: Senior Design Manager OR Design Manager OR Senior Design Co-ordinator OR Design & Build Manager OR Lead Design Manager OR Principal Design Manager Qualifications & Skills: HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture. Application Process: If you would like more information on this position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.
04/09/2026
Full time
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Head of Design Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: /66 Location: Essex Start Date: Oct 2026 onwards Salary: c 100k- 110k (DOE) basic plus competitive package inc car allowance, healthcare, pension etc. Company & Project: A prominent main contractor specialising in the Commercial, Defence, Mixed-Use, Education and Science sectors is looking for an experienced Design professional to lead a regional team of 7 across multiple projects. This role involves managing a team of Design Managers, Document Controllers, and Digital Construction staff. The successful candidate will oversee the design process across a range of projects, beginning at the feasibility stage and continuing through to on-site coordination. Previous experience leading the Design through PCSA stage is essential for this opportunity. Duties & Responsibilities: Lead a team of Design Managers through all RIBA stages, bid management, PCSA/2nd Stage, and essential H&S, operational, and commercial reviews. Implement and ensure accountability for Design Management effectiveness and best practice across the entire discipline. Provide functional leadership for design management within the local area. Oversee and manage all Design Management standards and controls. Execute a clear Design Management strategy and approach across all project opportunities and tenders. Promote collaboration between design and cost teams to ensure budget and programme drive positive outcomes. Act as the key point of coordination between design teams, the client, and the on-site delivery team. Maintain a process-driven approach, utilising practical construction knowledge and a keen eye for detail. Desirable Experience: 10 years+ experience as a Design Manager or more senior, for a Main Contractor. Design Coordination on projects in excess of 20m+ from early planning stages through to project completion. Excellent knowledge of Construction methodology, Design & Build contracts, Planning legislation and Building Safety Act. Previous Roles: Senior Design Manager OR Design Manager OR Senior Design Co-ordinator OR Design & Build Manager OR Lead Design Manager OR Principal Design Manager Qualifications & Skills: HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture. Application Process: If you would like more information on this position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.
Senior Contracts Manager Roles & Responsibilities Client Overview Our client is a Norfolk-based company specialising in complete project delivery. They work closely with local authorities , housing associations , commercial developers , and private developers to deliver projects that meet modern regulatory standards and support evolving housing needs. Pre-Construction Leadership Provide strategic leadership across pre-construction, working with the Quantity Surveyor and senior team to define programmes, budgets, commercial parameters, and delivery strategy. Oversee subcontractor pre-qualification, pricing, evaluation, negotiation, and appointment to ensure best value and delivery capability. Lead contract negotiation activity, ensuring commercial terms, risks, and obligations are clearly understood and managed. Develop project execution plans, procurement routes, budgets, controls, and reporting processes for complex construction projects. Prepare and deliver client pitch materials, tender presentations, and senior-level project briefings. Construction Delivery Leadership Lead, manage, and mentor the contracts team and subcontractor partners to ensure safe, efficient, commercially successful delivery. Drive Value Engineering to improve quality, programme certainty, cost efficiency, and buildability. Act as the senior client contact, maintaining strong relationships and managing expectations professionally. Monitor programme, commercial performance, quality standards, and key project metrics, providing clear updates to senior stakeholders. Identify, assess, escalate, and mitigate project risks to protect programme, budget, and quality objectives. Oversee formal project communications, meeting outputs, stakeholder correspondence, and progress reporting. Coordinate clients, consultants, contractors, designers, and internal teams to ensure timely decisions and milestone delivery. Work with finance, procurement, commercial, and operational departments to maintain governance, cost control, and delivery alignment. Close-Out and Fit-Out Leadership Lead close-out documentation with the client s document controller, ensuring warranties, as-built drawings, manuals, certificates, and handover records are completed and delivered. Oversee local authority inspections, compliance requirements, and occupancy processes. Support the client with owner-direct vendors, specialist consultants, and third-party stakeholders through fit-out and handover. Qualifications & Senior-Level Experience Minimum 12 years relevant experience in construction, project delivery, or contracts management, including senior leadership experience. Recognised qualification in project management, construction management, a construction-related discipline, or equivalent experience. RICS or CIOB membership preferred, though equivalent senior-level industry experience will be considered. Confident client-facing operator, able to engage board, executive, operational, and site-level stakeholders. Strong knowledge of large-scale technical projects, construction methodology, contract administration, risk, and delivery governance. Proven leader able to manage multidisciplinary teams, influence outcomes, and drive high standards across delivery partners. Experience delivering large-scale new build, refurbishment, and complex multi-stakeholder projects. A competitive senior-level salary package will be offered, dependent on experience and capability.
02/09/2026
Full time
Senior Contracts Manager Roles & Responsibilities Client Overview Our client is a Norfolk-based company specialising in complete project delivery. They work closely with local authorities , housing associations , commercial developers , and private developers to deliver projects that meet modern regulatory standards and support evolving housing needs. Pre-Construction Leadership Provide strategic leadership across pre-construction, working with the Quantity Surveyor and senior team to define programmes, budgets, commercial parameters, and delivery strategy. Oversee subcontractor pre-qualification, pricing, evaluation, negotiation, and appointment to ensure best value and delivery capability. Lead contract negotiation activity, ensuring commercial terms, risks, and obligations are clearly understood and managed. Develop project execution plans, procurement routes, budgets, controls, and reporting processes for complex construction projects. Prepare and deliver client pitch materials, tender presentations, and senior-level project briefings. Construction Delivery Leadership Lead, manage, and mentor the contracts team and subcontractor partners to ensure safe, efficient, commercially successful delivery. Drive Value Engineering to improve quality, programme certainty, cost efficiency, and buildability. Act as the senior client contact, maintaining strong relationships and managing expectations professionally. Monitor programme, commercial performance, quality standards, and key project metrics, providing clear updates to senior stakeholders. Identify, assess, escalate, and mitigate project risks to protect programme, budget, and quality objectives. Oversee formal project communications, meeting outputs, stakeholder correspondence, and progress reporting. Coordinate clients, consultants, contractors, designers, and internal teams to ensure timely decisions and milestone delivery. Work with finance, procurement, commercial, and operational departments to maintain governance, cost control, and delivery alignment. Close-Out and Fit-Out Leadership Lead close-out documentation with the client s document controller, ensuring warranties, as-built drawings, manuals, certificates, and handover records are completed and delivered. Oversee local authority inspections, compliance requirements, and occupancy processes. Support the client with owner-direct vendors, specialist consultants, and third-party stakeholders through fit-out and handover. Qualifications & Senior-Level Experience Minimum 12 years relevant experience in construction, project delivery, or contracts management, including senior leadership experience. Recognised qualification in project management, construction management, a construction-related discipline, or equivalent experience. RICS or CIOB membership preferred, though equivalent senior-level industry experience will be considered. Confident client-facing operator, able to engage board, executive, operational, and site-level stakeholders. Strong knowledge of large-scale technical projects, construction methodology, contract administration, risk, and delivery governance. Proven leader able to manage multidisciplinary teams, influence outcomes, and drive high standards across delivery partners. Experience delivering large-scale new build, refurbishment, and complex multi-stakeholder projects. A competitive senior-level salary package will be offered, dependent on experience and capability.
Role purpose - The Project Controls coordinator is responsible for providing full ownership of the bids and tenders process and for strengthening commercial and delivery control across the business. The role leads bid coordination, ensures the bid / no-bid process is followed, supports estimating, drives cost control discipline, and manages document control standards so that information is accurate, current, and properly governed. The role reports to the General Manager and works closely with the Operations Managers to support project selection, tender quality, cost visibility, and controlled execution. The role is also expected to actively support the culture through continuous improvement, clear accountability, strong collaboration, high professional standards, customer focus, and disciplined financial control. Reporting line - Reports to the General Manager. Working relationships - Works closely with the Operations Managers, Financial Controller, Project Managers, and other functional leads to support bid decisions, tender submissions, estimating input, project cost reporting, offer sign off and document control. Key responsibilities Take full ownership of all bids and tenders from initial enquiry through to submission, ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and internal approvals are met. Create estimates within agreed norms and ensuring sign off from Operations managers Lead and enforce the bid / no-bid process so that opportunities are reviewed consistently, risks are understood, and decisions are made with the right internal input and accountability. Coordinate tender responses by gathering technical, operational, commercial, and delivery information from the relevant managers and subject matter experts. Support and develop estimating activities, ensuring cost estimates are robust, complete, commercially sensible, and aligned with the proposed delivery model. Work with Operations Managers, HSE-Q officer and project leaders to build accurate pricing assumptions, labour plans, equipment allowances, subcontract costs, and risk provisions. Drive cost control discipline by supporting budget set-up, cost tracking, variance reporting, and early identification of commercial risks or overspend. Produce clear project controls information to support management decisions, including tender status, estimated versus actual cost visibility, and key commercial observations. Own document control standards for tenders and project controls documentation, ensuring version control, accuracy, traceability, and secure handling of controlled documents. Ensure bid files, tender submissions, supporting calculations, pricing schedules, clarifications, and approval records are maintained in an organised and auditable manner. Support handover from tender stage to operational delivery so that scope, assumptions, exclusions, risks, and commercial commitments are clearly understood. Identify opportunities to improve bidding, estimating, cost reporting, and document control processes through standardisation, lessons learned, and continuous improvement. Work collaboratively with the Operations Managers and wider business to support shared success across divisions rather than silo working. Maintain a strong customer focus by ensuring tenders are professional, well-structured, commercially sound, and aligned to client requirements and delivery capability. Promote high standards, professionalism, and disciplined governance in all bid, cost control, and document control activities. Person specification Experience - Strong experience in project controls, tendering, mechanical estimating(Piping), commercial coordination, or a similar project support role in an industrial or project-based environment. Bid management - Able to coordinate and manage bids and tenders from enquiry to submission with strong organisation and attention to detail. Commercial awareness - Good understanding of estimating, pricing build-up, cost control, margin awareness, and commercial risk. Governance - Able to apply structure and discipline to bid / no-bid decisions, approvals, and controlled processes. Document control - Strong understanding of version control, document accuracy, filing discipline, and auditability. Communication - Clear and confident communicator who can work across operational, commercial, and management teams. Analytical ability - Able to review data, challenge assumptions, and highlight cost or delivery risks clearly. Professionalism - Demonstrates high standards, reliability, ownership, and the ability to manage confidential and commercially sensitive information appropriately. This role is central to improving commercial discipline and control across the business. Success in the role will come from bringing structure to bids and tenders, improving estimate quality, strengthening cost visibility, and ensuring document control and governance are consistently applied from opportunity stage through to project delivery. It should also help reinforce the desired culture by embedding continuous improvement, clear accountability, strong collaboration, customer focus, high professional standards, and disciplined financial control into the way opportunities are selected, priced, documented, and handed over.
31/08/2026
Full time
Role purpose - The Project Controls coordinator is responsible for providing full ownership of the bids and tenders process and for strengthening commercial and delivery control across the business. The role leads bid coordination, ensures the bid / no-bid process is followed, supports estimating, drives cost control discipline, and manages document control standards so that information is accurate, current, and properly governed. The role reports to the General Manager and works closely with the Operations Managers to support project selection, tender quality, cost visibility, and controlled execution. The role is also expected to actively support the culture through continuous improvement, clear accountability, strong collaboration, high professional standards, customer focus, and disciplined financial control. Reporting line - Reports to the General Manager. Working relationships - Works closely with the Operations Managers, Financial Controller, Project Managers, and other functional leads to support bid decisions, tender submissions, estimating input, project cost reporting, offer sign off and document control. Key responsibilities Take full ownership of all bids and tenders from initial enquiry through to submission, ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and internal approvals are met. Create estimates within agreed norms and ensuring sign off from Operations managers Lead and enforce the bid / no-bid process so that opportunities are reviewed consistently, risks are understood, and decisions are made with the right internal input and accountability. Coordinate tender responses by gathering technical, operational, commercial, and delivery information from the relevant managers and subject matter experts. Support and develop estimating activities, ensuring cost estimates are robust, complete, commercially sensible, and aligned with the proposed delivery model. Work with Operations Managers, HSE-Q officer and project leaders to build accurate pricing assumptions, labour plans, equipment allowances, subcontract costs, and risk provisions. Drive cost control discipline by supporting budget set-up, cost tracking, variance reporting, and early identification of commercial risks or overspend. Produce clear project controls information to support management decisions, including tender status, estimated versus actual cost visibility, and key commercial observations. Own document control standards for tenders and project controls documentation, ensuring version control, accuracy, traceability, and secure handling of controlled documents. Ensure bid files, tender submissions, supporting calculations, pricing schedules, clarifications, and approval records are maintained in an organised and auditable manner. Support handover from tender stage to operational delivery so that scope, assumptions, exclusions, risks, and commercial commitments are clearly understood. Identify opportunities to improve bidding, estimating, cost reporting, and document control processes through standardisation, lessons learned, and continuous improvement. Work collaboratively with the Operations Managers and wider business to support shared success across divisions rather than silo working. Maintain a strong customer focus by ensuring tenders are professional, well-structured, commercially sound, and aligned to client requirements and delivery capability. Promote high standards, professionalism, and disciplined governance in all bid, cost control, and document control activities. Person specification Experience - Strong experience in project controls, tendering, mechanical estimating(Piping), commercial coordination, or a similar project support role in an industrial or project-based environment. Bid management - Able to coordinate and manage bids and tenders from enquiry to submission with strong organisation and attention to detail. Commercial awareness - Good understanding of estimating, pricing build-up, cost control, margin awareness, and commercial risk. Governance - Able to apply structure and discipline to bid / no-bid decisions, approvals, and controlled processes. Document control - Strong understanding of version control, document accuracy, filing discipline, and auditability. Communication - Clear and confident communicator who can work across operational, commercial, and management teams. Analytical ability - Able to review data, challenge assumptions, and highlight cost or delivery risks clearly. Professionalism - Demonstrates high standards, reliability, ownership, and the ability to manage confidential and commercially sensitive information appropriately. This role is central to improving commercial discipline and control across the business. Success in the role will come from bringing structure to bids and tenders, improving estimate quality, strengthening cost visibility, and ensuring document control and governance are consistently applied from opportunity stage through to project delivery. It should also help reinforce the desired culture by embedding continuous improvement, clear accountability, strong collaboration, customer focus, high professional standards, and disciplined financial control into the way opportunities are selected, priced, documented, and handed over.
