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We re partnered with a leading UK infrastructure business to appoint an experienced Senior Environmental Advisor supporting two major infrastructure programmes. This is an opportunity to take your environmental expertise beyond compliance and make a genuine impact across complex, high-profile projects. You ll work closely with project managers, operational teams, clients, regulators and supply chain partners - providing trusted advice, challenging where necessary and helping teams find smarter ways to reduce environmental impact. What you'll be doing: Influence Major Projects Provide expert environmental advice across contracts, supporting teams from planning and pre-construction through to delivery. Drive Environmental Performance Lead site inspections, audits and monitoring, identifying opportunities for improvement and ensuring actions are delivered effectively. Manage Risk & Compliance Advise project teams on environmental risks, controls, legislation and client requirements, helping maintain high standards across live projects. Turn Challenges Into Solutions Support investigations into incidents, complaints and non-conformances, identifying root causes and driving practical corrective actions. Champion Better Ways of Working Develop initiatives that improve sustainability, reduce environmental impacts and promote best practice across major infrastructure programmes. Who they're looking for: An Experienced Environmental Professional You ll have significant experience in an environmental advisory role within construction, infrastructure, utilities or a similar operational environment. Solid Technical Knowledge You ll have a key understanding of environmental legislation and management systems, with experience in inspections, audits, monitoring and investigations. A Confident Influencer You ll be comfortable engaging with everyone from site teams and project managers to clients, regulators and external stakeholders - providing pragmatic advice and challenging when required. Major Infrastructure Experience You ll have experience working across major infrastructure, construction, utilities or similarly complex operational environments, with the ability to provide effective environmental support across large-scale projects. Proactive & Improvement-Focused You ll be organised, able to manage competing priorities across multiple projects and genuinely motivated by improving environmental performance, not simply maintaining compliance. A relevant environmental qualification/degree and professional membership are desirable, alongside a full UK driving licence. Why this opportunity? You ll have the chance to use your expertise across two major infrastructure programmes, working at the heart of project delivery and helping shape how environmental challenges are managed. Alongside the opportunity to make a real difference, the role offers a competitive salary, pension, healthcare, days holiday and a range of additional benefits, including retail discounts, cycle to work and an Employee Assistance Programme. Vacancy Reference: PR/(phone number removed)

Melior Associates have been engaged to help recruit a Senior Health & Safety Advisor, for a independent construction/civil engineering group in Southampton. This person will take the lead of all SHEQ matters, reporting to the Construction Director. The company has a strong H&S safety culture and have had: Zero reportable incidents or accidents in last 5 years Zero Improvement or Prohibition notices in last 5 years Zero AFR in last 5 years Job Purpose To be a focal point within the business for professional and consistent advice on Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality matters Neither a policing role nor a remote subject matter expert the Advisor would need to build strong links with operational teams, so they are actively engaged in supporting delivery. Seen as a role model who embodies the right behaviours the SHEQ Advisor would be able to aide operational teams, including supply chain partners, whilst taking a practical approach to understand operational constraints and work with teams to achieve the right outcome. The Advisor will conduct regular inspections to measure the Company s performance/compliance against the Business Management System and to promote best practice. Leading investigations the Advisor will need to be impartial in fact finding and confident in presenting to senior managers and clients. Key Roles, Responsibilities and Accountabilities Role Management Work proactively with all employees, clients and supply chain to establish and maintain safe systems and places of work. Support and advise in the production of key documents for example, Construction Phase Plans, Environmental management plans, Risk Assessments and Works Package Plans. Carry out regular site inspections to evaluate the effectiveness of the business management systems and procedures, producing detailed reports to the Construction Director. Leading investigations of accidents, incidents, close calls and non-conformances ensuring lessons learnt are implemented and remain effective Promote the reporting of close calls and positive interventions, monitor trends and ensure close out of actions. Provide support to the Contracts Manager and Heads of Department to ensure all risks and environmental impacts are considered at the planning stage Attend Client forums, workshops, Close Call meetings and promote best practice Liaise with Client counterparts and representatives, work with them to ensure required standards are met and provide professional advice if required. Support drafting of Tool Box Talks and Safety Alerts. Ensuring compliance with current health, safety and environmental legislation, industry and company standards and approved codes of practice, including Sector Schemes. Participate in the promotion of SHEQ programmes and schemes that we or our clients run and disseminate / develop this information Role Leadership Set an example using innovative ideas and providing support to your peers Ability to manage changing workload and conflicting priorities Manage and drive individual performance Confidence to challenge and work with teams to overcome conflicting demands Promote values across the company & be a role model. Qualifications/Training Essential: NEBOSH Certificate Environmental Awareness Training Investigation Training Appropriate CSCS Card Full Driving Licence Desirable: Auditor Training IEMA Qualification Technical Skills and Experience Minimum of 2-years experience in construction/civil H&S role Previous experience of working with management systems, policy s and procedure s Be confident in leading investigations and effective report writing Good knowledge of a wide range of SHEQ current best practice. Be a confident and engaging individual, who can motivate others and who has strong influencing skills Demonstrate a high-level commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace Demonstrate creativity, initiative, diplomacy, resourcefulness and resilience, in a demanding and fast-paced environment Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages including Excel and Word. Well-developed written communication skills with excellent ability to maintain confidentiality. On offer is a great overall package which includes a fully expensed company car or car allowance (With fuel card) and all the essentials, but also annual pay increases, annual bonus, and several other social perks. For further details please get in touch with Tristan Prior

Your new company You will be joining an award-winning and multi-accredited contractor based in Huntingdon with a strong reputation for delivering high quality projects across a diverse range of sectors. Due to continued growth, they are actively seeking a Commercial Director to provide strategic leadership across a substantial project portfolio. This is a board-facing opportunity for a commercially astute leader who can influence business strategy, drive profitability and build a high-performing commercial function capable of supporting long-term growth. This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Huntingdon office with hybrid working. Working hours: 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday Your new role As Commercial Director, you will lead and control all commercial activities across a specialist arm of the business, ensuring projects are secured and delivered in line with margin expectations while protecting contractual position, managing risk and maximising cash flow. Reporting at a senior level, you will play a critical role in shaping commercial strategy and supporting the wider business objectives. Key responsibilities will include: Owning the commercial strategy across the specialist division and ensuring projects align with profitability targets and risk appetite Leading the estimating and bid function, including tender adjudication, pricing strategy and bid approvals Overseeing contract administration across live projects, ensuring compliance with NEC, JCT and bespoke contract forms Managing contractual matters including early warnings, compensation events, variations, claims and final accounts Reviewing and approving CVRs, project forecasts and commercial performance reporting for Board-level review Managing commercial risk throughout the project lifecycle, including subcontract agreements, insurance requirements, bonds and guarantees Leading procurement and negotiation of major subcontract and supply chain packages Driving cash flow performance through effective payment applications, valuations and debt recovery processes Leading, mentoring and developing a team of Commercial Managers and Quantity Surveyors Building and maintaining senior-level relationships with clients, consultants, principal contractors and supply chain partners Supporting business development initiatives, framework opportunities and client presentations Acting as a trusted commercial advisor to the Board and deputising on commercial matters when required. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this role, you must have: Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent Senior commercial leadership experience within civil engineering, earthworks, groundworks or construction A proven track record managing multi-million-pound project portfolios and leading successful commercial teams Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT forms of contracts Excellent commercial acumen with advanced negotiation, forecasting and risk management capabilities Confidence and credibility to influence stakeholders at Board, client and senior leadership level Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across operational sites as required. What you'll get in return In return, you'll join a well-established and growing business where you'll have genuine influence over commercial strategy, operational performance and future growth. Benefits include: Starting salary up to 120,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience) Company car or car allowance 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Fuel card Pension Hybrid working (2 days remote per week) Private healthcare Recognition and long-service reward schemes Multiple family-friendly benefits and retail discounts Opportunity to influence the future direction of a well-established and ambitious contractor. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Please note: VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Commercial Director Location - Runcorn Salary/Package - 110,000 + Excellent Benefits Package About the Company Our client is a leading residential construction and development contractor with over 70 years of heritage delivering high-quality projects across the UK. Operating throughout the Build to Rent, affordable housing, student accommodation, multi-family and specialist living sectors, they have established a reputation for delivering complex, high-specification developments through collaborative partnerships and exceptional project delivery. With a strong pipeline of major residential schemes and continued business growth, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Director to lead their commercial function and support the successful delivery of high-value projects across the North West. The Role As Commercial Director, you will provide strategic leadership across the commercial function, taking overall responsibility for commercial performance, risk management, contractual compliance, and profitability across a portfolio of major residential developments. You will work closely with the Board of Directors, operational teams, and clients, ensuring robust commercial governance while driving business performance and maintaining long-term client relationships. Key responsibilities include: Leading and developing the commercial team across multiple high-value projects Providing strategic commercial leadership from pre-construction through to final account Managing commercial risk and protecting the company's contractual position Leading and overseeing Extension of Time (EOT) Claims Managing and negotiating complex construction claims and dispute resolution Reviewing, preparing, and negotiating contractual documentation Leading commercial strategy on major Build to Rent and high-rise residential developments Working closely with legal advisors, consultants, and clients on contentious commercial matters Driving profitability through effective cost management and commercial controls Overseeing CVRs, forecasting, cash flow, procurement, and final accounts Mentoring and developing senior commercial staff across the business Supporting business growth through strategic client engagement and tender reviews The Ideal Candidate The successful Commercial Director will have: Previous experience as a Commercial Director, Head of Commercial, or Senior Commercial Manager within the construction industry Extensive experience delivering high-rise Build to Rent residential developments Proven expertise managing complex construction claims Significant experience preparing and negotiating Extension of Time (EOT) Claims Cladding-related claims experience would be highly advantageous Strong understanding of JCT contracts (NEC experience also beneficial) Excellent commercial, contractual, and financial management skills Experience leading large commercial teams and developing high-performing individuals Outstanding negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills Ability to influence at Board level and provide strategic direction across the business Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline (MRICS desirable) What's on Offer Competitive salary of 110,000 Excellent benefits package Opportunity to join a growing residential contractor with an outstanding pipeline of work Board-level influence within a highly respected business Exposure to landmark Build to Rent and residential developments Long-term career progression and strategic leadership opportunity Collaborative and forward-thinking 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. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM