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SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) are a market leader in its domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are respected, established and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a global impact in the marine domain by leading the next generation of maritime domain awareness technologies, products and systems that significantly enhance, security, safety and environment protection and sustainability. Our customers are worldwide and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and are constantly seeking to innovate to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work where talented hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the marine world. Role Overview - Regional Projects Director The role of Regional Projects Director will be permanently located in Nairobi, Kenya. You as an individual will have previous experience of working in the Africa's region and either already live in; or be willing to relocate to country for the duration of the project. The role is an extremely "hands-on" position where you will have overall management of SRT in-country teams. Here you will be instrumental in the management and execution of significant complex projects that involve the building of infrastructure such as data centres, control rooms, communication towers and commercial buildings, along with the installation of complex electrical systems that include power systems and sensitive communication equipment across a number ofour projects in the East Africa region. The role is to understand, plan and manage the required process to complete the projects and to co-ordinate and actively manage the multiple contractors, and SRT's own resources and logistics to successfully complete each site and ultimately the whole project. You as our Regional Projects Director will be able to demonstrate a track record of managing and delivering similar projects in non-Western countries. You will be highly organised and able to see the "big picture" whilst also being able to identify and manage critical path project streams effectively and efficiently. ESSENTIAL - Extensive experience as a Programme / Project Director for similar multi-site IT systems - ideally communication-based civil and technical infrastructure ESSENTIAL - Significant and demonstrable experience and success in the management and delivery of civil engineering and construction projects ESSENTIAL - Significant and demonstrable experience and success in the delivery of facilities installation and fit-out projects (internationally) ESSENTIAL - Previous working experience on projects whilst being located in the Africa's regions Responsibilities (not exhaustive) - Regional Projects Director Work directly with and manage end customers and ICP in the field to manage and drive the project delivery plan, ensuring quality of delivery within the cost and time parameters set by the Chief Operating Officer Ensure that ICP works in strict accordance with SRT systems delivery methods, providing training and ongoing guidance and support to ensure successful installation and commissioning of the entire system Ensure a holistic project implementation approach such that the finished system installation meets both the contracted specifications and inevitable small finishing details are not missed to ensure complete end customer satisfaction and a project implementation that provides a platform for continued future business with the end customer Working with the Delivery Department, to continuously maintain and manage an accurate project plan and budget Frequent visits to customer countries and sites to review and manage activities, progress and maintain alignment in understanding of the project status, and to communicate and agree any changes in the project plan Manage and oversee the construction, installation and configuration work done by ICP and 3rd parties Arrange training for customers and ICP. Liaise with the Delivery Team to ensure delivery of training according to the agreed plan and contract requirements Provide clear and concise updates to SRT management on status, progress and potential risks and issues to the successful delivery of the project Experience & Qualifications - Regional Projects Director Exceptionally experienced in a "hands-on" approach to projects and programme management, with being involved in the day-to-day activities of installation and troubleshooting, along with the overall management of the projects A Civil Engineering and / or IT networking background and / or qualification - degree Capable of understanding systems drawings down to installation design drawings (racks, servers, cameras, radar, civil work) with role being in-country conduit between in-country partner/customer back to our technical teams and Delivery Director Able to demonstrate the ability to diplomatically influence without authority with the ability to empathise and understand different cultures to flex approach whilst ensuring the target job is achieved Willingness to travel anywhere in the world for extended periods, with the role being primarily based in country with short trips back to UK during project execution What we offer in return: Highly Competitive salary Extensive and supportive relocation and ongoing benefits support package Private healthcare Flexible / Hybrid working options SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please be aware you will be required to obtain in-country VISA for this position.

Architectural Technician A regional house builder have a requirement for an Architectural Technician to join their Design & Technical team based in Merseyside. Reporting to the Technical Director you will assist with the appointment of and liaison with external consultants; produce AutoCAD house type and working drawings and support the Design and Planning Manager with the management of the business's standard house type portfolio and the developments of standard Part L specification Within this role you will develop and maintain good working relationships with consultants, subcontractors and material supply chains ensuring communication is effective and prompt where needed. Duties and responsibilities: Role Responsibilities Preparation of drawn information, and collation of consultant information, suitable for obtaining all relevant permissions including planning, building control and building warranty, and for construction purposes Check external consultants' drawings, documents and reports. Ensure all designs are economical, in line with site start budget allowances, and produced in accordance with development programme timescales Produce AutoCAD house type and working drawings. Produce AutoCAD planning layouts and all associated drawings and visualisations. Preparation and collation of planning applications, including applications for discharge of details reserved by planning conditions. Preparation and collation of Building Regulations and NHBC Applications. Liaise with necessary council officers, statutory authorities and NHBC to obtain approvals. Liaise with solicitors on the preparation of legal drawings and documents. Produce tender drawing packs liaising with commercial staff on any queries. Produce construction drawing packs liaising with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal staff on any queries. Manage budgets and payments. Ensure information for management company procurement is done in line with programme and accurate. Attend monthly development team meetings and contribute proactively to discussions on development performance. Ensure technical matters are discussed with cost and programme delivery being key considerations. Attend site weekly and liaise with the construction and commercial staff to review and remedy technical queries. Skills and experience required: Architectural degree. Minimum 3 years' experience working in a technical role at a reputable housebuilder. Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations and NHBC standards. Commercial awareness and analytical ability. Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD What's on offer? Competitive pay & generous pension 25 days holidays plus bank holidays Flexible working options available Investment in your learning, personal development and technology A wide range of company benefits If you are interested in the Architectural Technical role and would like to join a reputable housebuilder who deliver quality homes and excellent customer service, please contact Deena at Fawkes & Reece on (phone number removed) or apply via the link.

Key Responsibilities Building Safety & Compliance Own, deliver and regularly review building safety policies, procedures, management plans and processes. Lead the Building Safety Case programme, including oversight of registration of in-scope buildings with the Building Safety Regulator. Quality assure Building Safety Case Reports and associated fire and structural risk assessments. Ensure full compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, and secondary legislation. Act as the councils subject matter expert for all building safety matters. Own and deliver Mandatory Occurrence Reporting processes. Drive delivery of the golden thread of building safety information across all WCC housing assets. Deliver the building safety competency framework in line with PAS 8672 standards. Leadership & Governance Line manage a multidisciplinary team including Building Safety Managers, Structural Engineer, Resident Engagement Officer and Administrator. Report directly to the Head of Compliance & Building Safety, providing regular updates on compliance, remediation progress, KPIs and risks. Chair and host Building Safety Committee meetings. Horizon scan for legislative and regulatory changes impacting building safety. Programme & Project Delivery Oversee allocation and tracking of building safety actions across reactive and planned works programmes. Support procurement of consultants and remediation contractors outside existing frameworks where required. Contribute to or manage client briefs for fire and safety improvement works. Support Gateway submissions and works on in-scope buildings. Review specifications and technical drawings to ensure compliance with Building Regulations and British Standards. Oversee delivery and completion of building safety case reports in collaboration with Heads of Service. Stakeholder & Resident Engagement Provide expert advice to internal departments on fire and building safety matters. Work with Housing teams to support PEEP development. Ensure robust resident engagement strategies and building safety information packs are delivered across all HRBs. Liaise with Leaseholder Services on Section 20 consultations, and support planning, building control and listed building consent processes where required. Engage with residents, leaseholders, councillors and external partners to promote a strong building safety culture. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.

Pay: £80,000.00 - £(phone number removed) per year Job description: Title: Contracts Manager / Director Salary: £80,000 £125,000 Reports to: Managing Director Location: UK-wide travel required Job Purpose To plan, organise, and deliver the construction phase of multiple commercial and retail projects in a safe, efficient manner. Ensure delivery within budget, to required building standards, and in line with agreed client timelines. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities 1. Planning and Organisation Plan and execute all construction phase activities, including temporary works. Manage subcontractors and labour deployment in line with detailed construction programmes. Develop and maintain systems to support operational activities. 2. Communication Ensure effective communication across all stakeholders involved in construction activities. Maintain strong client liaison and coordination with external bodies (e.g. Building Control, HSE, project officers). 3. Information Management Implement systems to ensure accurate and timely flow of information across all areas of the business. Ensure effective communication between site teams and central operations. Monitor and maintain systems to ensure actions are followed through. 4. Monitoring and Reporting Conduct regular site visits across the UK to monitor progress and adherence to programme deadlines. Manage and resolve deviations efficiently and safely, both internally and with clients. Ensure all contract variations are recorded and authorised. Develop systems to monitor performance against standards and take corrective action where required. 5. Financial Management Deliver projects within agreed budgets. Ensure efficient use of resources and cost control within area of responsibility. 6. Quality Assurance Ensure all projects meet required building regulations and quality standards. Consistently deliver projects to meet or exceed client expectations. 7. Health and Safety Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation and standards. Maintain and improve health and safety systems and policies. Promote a strong safety culture across all projects. 8. Strategy and Governance Promote organisational values, ethics, and corporate responsibility. Contribute to strategic planning and policy development. 9. People Management Build, lead, and develop high-performing teams. Manage performance, training, and development of staff. Foster a culture of high standards and continuous improvement. Project Scale Indicators Number of projects: 1 10 concurrently Project value: £75k £1.5m Typical duration: 2 14 weeks Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Senior Contracts Manager with strong leadership capability. Extensive background in construction, particularly refurbishment and civils. Minimum 10 years in a Contracts Manager role. Experience managing commercial projects valued £75k £1.5m. Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts. Proficient in programming software (e.g. MS Project, Asta Powerproject). Experience delivering commercial/retail projects (EV charging/PFS experience beneficial but not essential). Strong subcontractor management, procurement, and health & safety expertise. Experience building and managing delivery teams (Contracts Managers, Site Managers, Foremen, Labour). Full UK driving licence. Qualifications & Training: NVQ Level 7 (or equivalent) CSCS Black Card SMSTS Temporary Works Coordinator (CITB) Street Works Supervisor / Chapter 8 (desirable) Technical Competencies: Knowledge of traditional building techniques Building regulations compliance and liaison Risk assessments and method statements Construction phase planning and CDM compliance Site investigation, reporting, and issue resolution Contract and project management, including reporting and chairing meetings Operational Responsibilities: Staff recruitment, training, and performance management Subcontractor vetting and performance monitoring Procurement of materials and utilities Quality control, snagging, and project handover Cost monitoring, variations, and coordination with commercial teams Other Requirements: Strong client relationship management Effective coordination with consultants and stakeholders IT literate

Technical Support Officer - Building Control Fully Remote 32,000 per annum Panoramic Associates is currently working with a Local Authority to facilitate the appointment of a Technical Support Officer to support the Building Control service. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator/support professional with Building Control knowledge to join a busy, customer-facing team and help ensure applications, enquiries and case administration are managed efficiently and compliantly. Responsibilities of the Role: Providing technical/business support to the Building Control team, ensuring efficient day-to-day administration of the service. Logging, processing and administering Building Control applications, notices and related documentation. Managing the Building Control inbox and responding to customer, contractor and stakeholder enquiries in a professional and timely manner. Supporting the scheduling and coordination of inspections, meetings and site visits, ensuring accurate records are maintained. Updating internal systems/CRM and maintaining accurate case files, correspondence, and compliance records. Liaising with internal departments and external partners (residents, agents, contractors, developers) to obtain information and resolve queries. Assisting with the production of completion documentation and general service reporting where required. To be successful in the role you will have: Experience in a technical support/administration role within Building Control (or a closely related regulatory/technical environment). Strong knowledge of Building Control processes, documentation, and customer service standards. Confidence managing high volumes of enquiries, prioritising workload and working to deadlines. Strong attention to detail and experience maintaining accurate records and case notes on internal systems. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and the ability to liaise with a wide range of stakeholders. Next Steps This is a permanent position offering 32,000 per annum and is fully remote. Interviews will be taking place in the next couple of weeks. If you are interested in knowing more, apply today or contact Rashani Associates.

A large Local Authority needs an interim Fire Safety expert to support either 5 days or 3 days a week. Your new role To act as a lead competent person in the mitigation of fire risk in building design for). To manage the risk from fire effectively, to protect and safeguard vulnerable individuals from the risk of fire. To advise on fire-related statutory compliance in accordance to ensure business continuity, efficiency and safety across the building estate. Be responsible for all fire design-related matters including: development and implementation of policy and procedures, emergency contingency planning and routine and project-related fire engineering design strategies. Carry out statutory fire risk assessments to ensure continuing compliance with the Regulatory Reform (fire safety) Order 2005. To provide expert professional advice and provide reports to senior management on legislative compliance, operational performance and best practice guidance relating to fire-related matters. Coordinate and support the review of fire risk safety compliance in third party-managed buildings. Escalating issues where required. Liaising closely with partner organisations such as Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service. Specifying, commissioning and managing fire precautionary works as identified by fire risk assessments. Main Duties and Responsibilities 1. Carry out structural and systems-based fire risk assessments in a range of different building types, including schools, libraries and industrial properties. Technical fire risk assessment to include adequacy of AFD, structural compartmentation and adequacy of active and passive fire protection measures. Maintain accurate records and update systems/ databases. 2. Lead on the technical assessment of fire safety compliance in third party owned/ managed properties where the council procures placement services. Work closely in liaison with contract monitoring officers, the Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service and Local Housing Authorities. Assess fire safety compliance in a range of residential settings such as care homes and Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO's). 3. To lead on technical fire safety matters in Project Design Teams within Operational Property Services. This includes providing technical guidance on Approved Document B and BB100 (school projects) in building design to meet statutory building regulations, the Regulatory Reform (fire safety) Order and Policy requirements such as the Sprinkler policy. 4. To provide fire engineering guidance/ requirements for internal and external design practices on design issues such as compartmentation requirements and sizes, as well as ensuring the safe specification of building materials and incorporating safety into installation. 5. To coordinate and respond to DfE and Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government's proposed changes to legislation and technical guidance documents following the Grenfell Tower fire. Update colleagues and stakeholders on changes to Regulations and the requirements of the Regulatory Reform (fire safety) Order. 6. To represent the Council at and Resilience or Practitioner Group meetings organised by Leicestershire Fire & Rescue in relation to fire safety issues in Leicestershire and Rutland. 7. Provide high quality reports to senior managers and the departmental management team (DMT) on issues relating to fire safety and changes to legislation that will impact upon the future design and management of council buildings. 8. Program, procure and project manage the installation of fire precautionary works to include producing tender specifications and maintain control of the maintenance budget for ongoing management of risk in Council-managed buildings as required by the Regulatory Reform (fire safety) Order. 9. Test, review, update and coordinate fire evacuation procedures at County Hall, including liaison with all key stakeholders such as LCC departments, NHS staff and LFRS. 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)