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If you require any additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to contact our Recruitment Department at . We're here to help! About the job The Head of Finance is a senior leadership position responsible for the financial management, commercial support, governance, and strategic financial planning of the London Heathrow Passenger Reduced Mobility Services (PRS) contract within the Transport & Aviation Division. The role will partner closely with operational leadership, contract management teams, Heathrow Airport stakeholders, and corporate finance functions to drive financial performance, maximise contract profitability, ensure compliance with contractual obligations, and support business growth initiatives. The postholder will provide financial leadership across all aspects of the PRS operation, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate forecasting, and insightful decision-making support. Financial Leadership & Business Partnering Act as the lead finance partner for the Heathrow PRS contract and ABM leadership team. Provide strategic financial guidance to support operational and commercial decision-making. Develop strong relationships with operational managers, contract directors, and Heathrow Airport stakeholders. Translate financial performance into meaningful operational insights and recommendations. Financial Planning & Analysis Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. Deliver monthly financial reporting, variance analysis, and performance commentary. Identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency, and cash flow performance. Develop scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis to support contract decisions and business cases. Contract & Commercial Management Ensure full financial compliance with Heathrow Airport contractual requirements. Support contract negotiations, pricing reviews, change requests, and contract extensions. Monitor key financial and commercial performance indicators. Evaluate financial risks and opportunities associated with service delivery and contract performance. Support mobilisation and transition activities for new or amended services. Financial Control & Governance Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards. Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial processes. Ensure accurate revenue recognition, cost allocation, and balance sheet management. Manage internal and external audit requirements. Oversee financial risk management and mitigation activities. Operational Performance Support Work collaboratively with operational teams to improve productivity, workforce planning, and cost efficiency. Analyse labour costs, productivity metrics, and operational performance indicators. Support continuous improvement initiatives through data-driven financial analysis. Provide financial input into workforce planning and resource allocation strategies. Stakeholder Management Present financial performance and strategic recommendations to senior leadership. Build effective relationships with Heathrow Airport finance and commercial stakeholders. Collaborate with Corporate Finance, HR, Procurement, Payroll, and Shared Service functions. Support board-level reporting and executive presentations as required. Team Leadership Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and commercial excellence. Requirements Essential Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Significant senior finance leadership experience within a complex operational environment. Strong commercial finance and business partnering background. Experience managing large-scale service contracts and P&L responsibility. Advanced financial modelling, forecasting, and analytical skills. Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, and risk management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proven ability to influence senior operational and executive leaders. Experience leading and developing finance teams. Desirable Experience within aviation, facilities management, transport, outsourcing, or airport operations. Experience managing contracts with public-sector or regulated stakeholders. Knowledge of Heathrow Airport operational environments and service contracts. Experience supporting labour-intensive operations with large frontline workforces. Benefits We're proud to offer a great range of benefits including: 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling Get Fit Programme Financial and legal support Cycle to work scheme Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find: Perks: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers Life: Search for resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis For more information about ABM's benefits, visit our About ABM: ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world's largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience. ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together. For more information, visit . ABM are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.

We are working with an established national contractor supporting their London Office/Team. They have a strong pipeline of projects across London with a focus on Complex Refurb/Cut & Carve and New Build.We are looking for a Project Manager to take the Lead on a Central London 8 storey, 400 unit project, taking it from site set up to Handover. You will: Lead the delivery of construction projects from pre-construction and design coordination through to practical completion and client handover. Manage day-to-day site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Identify and mitigate programme risks, proactively addressing issues that could impact project delivery. Monitor project progress against agreed programmes, producing short-term and phase-specific plans to support successful execution. Work closely with the Project Director and senior leadership team to ensure appropriate labour, plant, and subcontractor resources are available throughout the project lifecycle. Deliver site briefings and ensure all personnel understand project requirements, safety expectations, and operational procedures. Plan and coordinate site logistics, welfare facilities, access arrangements, and construction operations to maximise efficiency and productivity. Manage temporary works processes and ensure all associated activities are planned, coordinated, and implemented in accordance with project requirements. Oversee procurement activities, ensuring materials, plant, and equipment are ordered and delivered in line with programme requirements. Coordinate with consultants and design teams to secure the timely issue of design information and resolve technical queries. Lead, develop, and motivate site management teams while ensuring subcontractors perform in line with programme, quality, and safety expectations. Maintain high standards of workmanship, ensuring compliance with project specifications, statutory regulations, and quality management procedures. Drive consistency in site operations through adherence to company procedures, best practice standards, and project controls. Collaborate with commercial and project teams to manage costs, variations, change control, and waste reduction initiatives. Chair regular coordination meetings with project stakeholders, subcontractors, and internal teams to review progress, risks, and forthcoming activities. Maintain accurate project records, reporting information, and documentation to ensure transparency and audit compliance. Undertake regular health, safety, and environmental inspections, promoting a positive safety culture and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and company standards. You will have:A Construction Degree or equivalent 5+ years' experience as a Lead Project Manager with a construction contractor on Projects of 30M or more, including Cut and Carve. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, 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. 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)

FACILITIES MANAGER Reporting to the Production Director, the Facilities Manager will lead and manage all facilities-related activities across the Burnley site, ensuring the safe, efficient, compliant, and cost-effective operation of buildings, infrastructure, and associated services. The Facilities Manager is responsible for maintaining a high standard of site infrastructure, supporting operational delivery, and ensuring statutory compliance, while optimising facility performance and cost. The role will act as the primary interface for internal stakeholders and external service providers, whether services are delivered in-house or via subcontractors. Major Responsibilities: Health, Safety & Environment You have a duty to take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your actions at work. You will carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and comply with all Health, Safety & Environmental rules, policy, procedures, regulations and codes of practice. Ensure that you follow any instructions or health, safety & environmental training provided by the company and report any hazards, injuries or ill health that present a serious and imminent risk and inform your line manager about any shortcomings you identify within your health and safety arrangements. Facilities & Infrastructure Management Manage all site facilities including buildings, utilities, and infrastructure to ensure operational readiness Ensure facilities are maintained to a high standard of safety, compliance, and presentation Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities Monitor building condition and develop improvement and refurbishment plans Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure full compliance with HSE legislation, company policies, and regulatory requirements Own site compliance areas such as fire safety, first aid and first response, inspections, statutory checks, and contractor management Conduct regular audits and risk assessments Ensure all contractors operate safely and in line with company procedures Update and maintain facilities critical inspection registers, Contractor & Supplier Management Manage external facilities management providers and subcontractors Define scope of work, KPIs, and service level agreements (SLAs) Support procurement activities including RFQs and supplier selection Monitor supplier performance, cost, and service delivery Review contractor RAMs prior to works commencing Operational Support Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Warehouse teams to ensure facilities support operational requirements Ensure availability of utilities, services, and workspace to meet business demand Support mobilisation of new equipment, layout changes, or site modifications Cost & Budget Management Develop and manage the facilities budget, including maintenance, utilities, and capital expenditure Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive efficiency improvements Track and report on facilities-related spend and performance Projects & Continuous Improvement Lead site improvement projects, including refurbishments, expansions, and infrastructure upgrades Support new facility development and commercialisation activities where required Drive continuous improvement in facilities operations, reliability, and cost Leadership & Stakeholder Management Act as the focal point for all facilities-related matters on site Provide leadership to any direct reports or third-party providers Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners Promote a proactive, safety-first culture aligned with wider operations Job Specific Education Required: Essential: Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. NEBOSH General Certificate, IWFM) preferred Desirable: Degree, HND, or equivalent in Facilities Management, Engineering, or related discipline Work Experience Required: Proven experience in facilities management within an industrial or manufacturing environment Experience managing contractors and outsourced service providers Strong understanding of building systems, maintenance, and compliance Skills & Knowledge Required: Strong knowledge of HSE and statutory compliance requirements Budget management and cost control experience Excellent organisational and planning skills Strong communication and stakeholder management capability Proactive, hands-on approach with problem-solving mindset Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment The requirement to travel % of time: Occasional travel may be required Flexibility to respond to site issues or emergencies Forward Assist Recruitment is operating as an employment agency. Forward Assist Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

DO NOT APPLY UNLESS YOU CURRENTLY LIVE WITHIN 1 HOUR OF SWINDON Location: Swindon (3 days office) / Home (1 day) / Site & Project Visits (1 day) Salary: Up to £90,000 + £6,000 Car Allowance + Benefits Sector: Healthcare Construction / New Build / Major Projects Start Date: ASAP Planner The Company This is a genuinely unique opportunity for an experienced Planner to join a leading healthcare provider that is creating its own in-house construction delivery team. The organisation operates some of the most prestigious healthcare facilities in the UK and has committed to delivering a long-term programme of major capital investment, with over £500m of future construction projects planned. Typical developments range from £50m+ ultra-high-specification healthcare facilities through to major extensions, specialist medical buildings and associated infrastructure. Unlike traditional contracting environments, all projects are delivered within the wider group, creating a collaborative approach without the challenges often associated with competitive tendering, unrealistic programmes or low-margin contracting. This allows the team to focus on delivering exceptional projects with realistic timescales, quality and innovation at the forefront. The first major project is a flagship £70m+ new build development in the Winchester area. Planner The Role As Planner, you will play a key role from project inception through to completion, helping shape delivery strategies and programmes from the earliest design stages. Working closely with the Project Directors, Design Team and Construction Teams, you will develop and manage programmes across multiple live and pre-construction projects, providing critical planning expertise to ensure successful delivery. This is a highly visible position offering significant influence within a growing construction division that is expected to deliver major projects for many years to come. Responsibilities include: Developing and maintaining detailed project programmes using ASTA Powerproject Producing design, procurement, construction and commissioning programmes Working with project teams during feasibility and pre-construction stages Developing master programmes for major projects and portfolio-wide planning Producing short, medium and long-term programmes Monitoring progress against programme and identifying risks and opportunities Carrying out programme updates and progress reporting Undertaking site visits to assess progress and programme performance Working closely with Project Managers to develop recovery plans where required Reviewing subcontractor and consultant programmes Providing programme analysis, sequencing advice and construction methodology input Supporting project teams with resource and logistics planning Producing reports and presentations for senior stakeholders Contributing to project strategy, phasing and delivery planning Planner The Person Previous experience as a Planner within a main contractor environment Strong ASTA Powerproject experience is ideal but other software experince would be transferrable Experience working on major new build construction projects Ability to manage programmes from design stage through to project completion Strong understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing Comfortable working closely with operational, commercial and design teams Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Tier 1 or large regional contractor experience would be particularly advantageous Experience across healthcare, commercial, residential, education or similar major projects welcomed Planner The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join a business at the beginning of an exciting long-term growth journey. With a secured pipeline of over £500m worth of future developments, you will become a key member of a specialist construction team delivering some of the highest quality healthcare projects in the UK. For planners seeking a move away from traditional contracting pressures whilst still working on large, technically challenging projects, opportunities like this are exceptionally rare.