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The Company Our client is a leading UK developer and main contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering large-scale residential and mixed-use developments across the country. With an established portfolio of high-value projects and a strong pipeline of future work, they continue to invest in their pre-construction and project delivery teams to support sustained growth. The business is recognised for delivering high-quality developments while offering employees genuine long-term career progression, a collaborative working environment, and the opportunity to work on landmark construction projects from inception through to completion. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Construction Planner or Senior Construction Planner to join the construction team. This role is suited to an accountable and proactive planner who is confident working independently and taking ownership of tender and construction programmes across multiple live projects. Reporting directly to the Head of Construction, you will be responsible for producing, managing, and maintaining detailed construction programmes while supporting project teams throughout the delivery lifecycle. You'll play a key role in the successful delivery of major construction projects, working closely with operational, commercial, and pre-construction teams to develop realistic programmes, monitor project progress, identify risks, and ensure projects remain on track. The role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale developments valued between 150m and 200m while contributing to the successful delivery of multiple projects simultaneously. Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Prepare, develop, and manage tender and construction programmes using ASTA Powerproject. Take ownership of project programming activities and ensure programme deadlines are achieved. Produce detailed programmes covering the full construction lifecycle, from procurement through to project completion and handover. Monitor, review, and update construction programmes throughout project delivery. Provide planning support and programme analysis to project teams. Report on programme performance, project progress, and key milestones to senior management. Manage programmes across multiple live projects simultaneously. Work closely with construction, commercial, and operational teams to ensure programmes accurately reflect project requirements. Undertake regular site visits nationwide to review progress and support programme updates. Identify programme risks, opportunities, and mitigation strategies to support successful project delivery. Support the delivery of large-scale construction projects valued between 150m and 200m. Qualifications and experience (Ideal but not essential): Previous experience as a Construction Planner or Senior Construction Planner. Must be willing to travel Advanced user of ASTA Powerproject. Previous Construction Manager or operational site management experience would be advantageous. Strong understanding of construction methodologies, buildability, and the full project lifecycle. Experience producing tender and construction programmes to challenging timescales. Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects concurrently. Experience working on large-scale construction projects, ideally valued between 150m and 200m. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide. Comfortable working within a fast-paced construction environment.

Your new company Currently recruiting for a Project Director, Hays Belfast are delighted to be working once again with a Tier 1 Building & Civil Engineering Contractor, operating across the UK & Ireland. This organisation is a leading Northern Ireland based company that regularly works on major Design & Build and Civil Engineering projects valued up to £150m.They currently require an experienced Project Director to join their senior leadership team within the construction division to support a major new flagship project valued at £100 million, providing oversight across a high-value scheme. This company delivers projects across a range of sectors, including healthcare, education, industrial, retail, sporting venues, transport infrastructure, environmental improvements, marine, commercial, residential and leisure. If you have experience at Project Director level and have the credentials to deliver a scheme of £100mi, we want to talk with you! Your new role Reporting to the Operations Director, the Project Director will take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of major projects and programmes, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. You will provide leadership across project teams, maintain strong client relationships and contribute to the continued growth and strategic direction of the business.Key responsibilities will include: Providing leadership and direction to operational teams, ensuring projects are appropriately resourced and managed. Ensuring full compliance with health & safety, environmental, quality and legislative requirements across the project. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and key stakeholders. Monitoring project performance, delivery programmes and operational effectiveness across multiple schemes. Maintaining direct oversight of project budgets, expenditure and financial performance. Attending regular project and CVR reviews, providing support and guidance to project teams. Identifying risks while implementing mitigation strategies to protect commercial and contractual positions. Monitoring project correspondence, contractual notifications and record keeping Driving continuous improvement across supply chain management, project delivery and operational excellence. Contributing to strategic planning and wider business decision-making processes. Leading workshops and engagement initiatives focused on collaboration & continuous improvement Supporting CSR initiatives and maintaining the highest standards of corporate responsibility and community engagement. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced senior construction leader with a proven track record of managing complex projects and high-performing teams within the construction sector.You will be commercially astute, operationally focused and capable of building strong relationships with stakeholders at every level.Ideally, you will possess the following: Extensive experience within the construction and civil engineering sector. Proven experience operating at Contracts Manager, Senior Project Manager, Project Director or equivalent level. Demonstrable leadership experience across large-scale and technically challenging projects. Strong understanding of Design & Build procurement routes and construction delivery methodologies. Sound knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract. Excellent commercial awareness with experience managing project financial performance. Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills. Ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners. Experience leading multidisciplinary teams across multiple projects or major programmes. Strong planning, organisational and strategic management capabilities. Full UK driving licence. You will need to be willing to travel to the UK on a weekly basis to deliver the scheme. Professional membership with organisations such as ICE, CIOB or an equivalent body would be advantageous but is not essential. What you'll get in return Exciting Projects - Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy. Career Growth - Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development. Collaborative Culture - Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity and a commitment to excellence. Competitive Package - Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits.This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the most respected contractors operating across the UK and Ireland, working on landmark projects while playing a key role in shaping the future growth and success of the business.You will receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package, alongside genuine opportunities for long-term career progression within a forward-thinking organisation that continues to invest heavily in its people.The company also offers an attractive bonus scheme, generous holiday entitlement, pension contributions, professional development support and a range of additional employee benefits. 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 Oliver Smith or Chris McNamara now on .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 hays.co.uk

We are supporting an established national contractor ( 600M T/O) with an expanding London business in their search for an experienced Senior Project Manager (PD) to join their London team. The business delivers complex, high-value projects with a focus on both; Healthcare (hospitals & clinics) and complex Commercial refurb (cut & carve), with Project values ranging from 20M - 150M.Reporting to the Operations Director, you will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of projects, overseeing all site-based activities to ensure they are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will: Provide strategic leadership across projects and operational teams Ensure full compliance with HSE, quality, environmental, and legislative standards Drive programme, cost, and commercial performance, including budget ownership and CVR oversight Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners Lead, motivate, and resource project teams to achieve high performance and morale Monitor project risk, contractual compliance, and commercial protection measures Support business development, bid leadership, and negotiated work winning Contribute to strategic planning, stakeholder reporting, and operational reviews Strengthen and develop the subcontractor supply chain and continuous improvement initiatives You will have: Proven experience in a senior leadership role and stable career progression with a main contractor Strong track record delivering projects across healthcare and/or Commercial refurb (structural). Detailed knowledge of Design & Build, JCT and NEC contracts Excellent commercial awareness and financial management capability Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and lead high-performing teams Strong communication, presentation, and client-facing skills Strategic mindset with the ability to drive project planning and delivery outcomes 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)

Our client is a well-established, award-winning main contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering complex commercial office developments across London, specialising in cut-and-carve refurbishments and new-build schemes. We are currently assisting them in their search for a Freelance Site Manager to join the team on a £150m CAT A commercial office fit-out based in Canary Wharf. This is one of several major projects currently being delivered by the business, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to join a contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the site, ensuring health and safety compliance, coordinating subcontractors and trades, maintaining programme and quality standards, and reporting directly to the Senior Project Manager. To be considered, you must hold a valid CSCS card, SMSTS, and First Aid qualification, along with previous experience delivering large-scale commercial office fit-out projects for a main contractor. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected contractor with a healthy pipeline of work. If you're interested, please apply now.