Murphy is recruiting for a Design Manager to work with Energy on ETP out of Kentish Town with tavel to sites in South Wales from early 2027 Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Design Manager: Lead the engineering design delivery of existing major Transmission HV 132/275/400kV Substation new build and extension projects. Lead Design Management requirements at tender and/or Early Contractor Engagement stage and allocate resources as appropriate during tender, FEED, and detailed design stages. Integrate multiple engineering disciplines including HV Plant, Protection and Control and Civils from a mix of internal and external designers and OEMs. Undertake the role of Principal Design Representative on project(s) ensuring design information is being suitable managed to the various roles and compliant with the requirements of CDM 2015 Regulations Involvement in the development of Business Unit and Group Design Management continual process improvement activities Review design pack submissions as required for technical compliance, quality and completeness. Monitor and expedite key engineering programme issues including the procurement of services and equipment to the Business Unit Procurement function. Review and liaise with internal Temporary Works Coordinators and Designers to ensure appropriate consideration of constructability and required permanent works. Manage compliance with Standards and Client requirements and assist in monitoring to ensure working to standard requirements. Ensure an understanding of, and an influence on the contracts Design Consultants are working under including their fees, schedule of services, programme, and liabilities and warranties. Review and comment the payment applications from consultants and pass to the contract surveyor for processing and payment. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience managing multi-disciplinary design packages. Experience carrying out the role of Principal Designer Representative under CDM 2015 Experience of delivery of substation projects for UK Transmission Service Operators (SSEN, National Grid, Scottish Power Energy Networks, NIE Networks) is desirable. Membership of a UK Engineering institute.
14/08/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a Design Manager to work with Energy on ETP out of Kentish Town with tavel to sites in South Wales from early 2027 Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Design Manager: Lead the engineering design delivery of existing major Transmission HV 132/275/400kV Substation new build and extension projects. Lead Design Management requirements at tender and/or Early Contractor Engagement stage and allocate resources as appropriate during tender, FEED, and detailed design stages. Integrate multiple engineering disciplines including HV Plant, Protection and Control and Civils from a mix of internal and external designers and OEMs. Undertake the role of Principal Design Representative on project(s) ensuring design information is being suitable managed to the various roles and compliant with the requirements of CDM 2015 Regulations Involvement in the development of Business Unit and Group Design Management continual process improvement activities Review design pack submissions as required for technical compliance, quality and completeness. Monitor and expedite key engineering programme issues including the procurement of services and equipment to the Business Unit Procurement function. Review and liaise with internal Temporary Works Coordinators and Designers to ensure appropriate consideration of constructability and required permanent works. Manage compliance with Standards and Client requirements and assist in monitoring to ensure working to standard requirements. Ensure an understanding of, and an influence on the contracts Design Consultants are working under including their fees, schedule of services, programme, and liabilities and warranties. Review and comment the payment applications from consultants and pass to the contract surveyor for processing and payment. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience managing multi-disciplinary design packages. Experience carrying out the role of Principal Designer Representative under CDM 2015 Experience of delivery of substation projects for UK Transmission Service Operators (SSEN, National Grid, Scottish Power Energy Networks, NIE Networks) is desirable. Membership of a UK Engineering institute.
First Military Recruitment Ltd
Workington, Cumbria
MB930: Design Manager Location: Workington Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Design Manager on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Workington depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Manage the process, resolution and communication of all design queries as part of the project. Review contract requirements and ensure compliance with requirements. Raise requests for further information internally and externally from the whole project team. Collaborate in the preparation of design programmes. Manage communication with the Client design representative throughout the contract period. Produce monthly reports on design progress and any other design-specific elements. Manage and update the design deliverable schedule. Review all design deliverables and ensure that they are completed to the expected standard. Challenge and resolve when not. Manage and chair design reviews with the project team. Manage and chair all design interface meetings with external parties. Review designs for compliance with contract requirements and tender intentions. Ensure compliance with design approval processes required by the contract. Routinely monitor and report on progress of the design and explain any necessary actions. Collaborate with the engagement of external suppliers/subcontractors. Ensure the document register is completed by designers correctly and issued periodically. Manage provision of drawings to the project team (document control). Establish technical query procedure. Review all design communications and collaboratively resolve queries. Agree changes with the project team in accordance with project authority protocol. Issue instructions to the Designer in accordance with project authority protocol. Implement change order management. Approve the designer s quality management system. Lead Design Reviews with approval and acceptance bodies. Support Assurance functions with design-specific requirements. Skills and Qualifications: Wide-ranging understanding and working knowledge of construction methods and outputs and can coach others. Must have spent 12 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department. Will have both substantial construction and design experience. Ability to deputise for the Project Manager if required. Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC. MB930: Design Manager Location: Workington Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
14/08/2026
Full time
MB930: Design Manager Location: Workington Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Design Manager on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Workington depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Manage the process, resolution and communication of all design queries as part of the project. Review contract requirements and ensure compliance with requirements. Raise requests for further information internally and externally from the whole project team. Collaborate in the preparation of design programmes. Manage communication with the Client design representative throughout the contract period. Produce monthly reports on design progress and any other design-specific elements. Manage and update the design deliverable schedule. Review all design deliverables and ensure that they are completed to the expected standard. Challenge and resolve when not. Manage and chair design reviews with the project team. Manage and chair all design interface meetings with external parties. Review designs for compliance with contract requirements and tender intentions. Ensure compliance with design approval processes required by the contract. Routinely monitor and report on progress of the design and explain any necessary actions. Collaborate with the engagement of external suppliers/subcontractors. Ensure the document register is completed by designers correctly and issued periodically. Manage provision of drawings to the project team (document control). Establish technical query procedure. Review all design communications and collaboratively resolve queries. Agree changes with the project team in accordance with project authority protocol. Issue instructions to the Designer in accordance with project authority protocol. Implement change order management. Approve the designer s quality management system. Lead Design Reviews with approval and acceptance bodies. Support Assurance functions with design-specific requirements. Skills and Qualifications: Wide-ranging understanding and working knowledge of construction methods and outputs and can coach others. Must have spent 12 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department. Will have both substantial construction and design experience. Ability to deputise for the Project Manager if required. Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC. MB930: Design Manager Location: Workington Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
Job Description: Site Agent 75,000 + Benefits Are you an experienced Site Agent looking to play a key role on one of the UK's largest and most complex infrastructure projects? We're working with a leading civil engineering contractor delivering a major infrastructure scheme and are looking for a technically strong Site Agent to join an established delivery team. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside an experienced Project Manager and Works Manager, taking ownership of the technical delivery of a high-profile project while supporting the successful completion of the works and future civil engineering packages. The Role As Site Agent, you'll act as the principal technical lead, ensuring construction activities are planned, coordinated and delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme, design and quality requirements. Working closely with the wider management team, you'll provide technical leadership across the project while supporting engineers, supervisors and subcontractors throughout delivery. Previous experience delivering drainage infrastructure alongside major civil engineering works would be highly beneficial due to upcoming phases of work. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across the project and support the successful delivery of construction activities. Coordinate works in line with programme, design specifications and project requirements. Review drawings, technical information, RAMS and Inspection & Test Plans. Provide technical guidance to engineers, supervisors and site teams. Resolve technical and construction issues while coordinating with project stakeholders. Monitor project progress, identify risks and support short-term planning. Assist with programme reporting and delivery planning. Manage design changes, technical queries and construction-related issues. Support NEC contract administration, including Early Warnings and Compensation Events where required. Ensure quality, inspection and testing requirements are implemented throughout delivery. Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance. Act as Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC), ensuring temporary works are managed in accordance with project procedures. Attend technical, coordination and progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders. About You You'll be an experienced Site Agent with a strong technical background and a proven track record of delivering complex civil engineering or infrastructure projects. You'll have: Extensive experience as a Site Agent within major civils or infrastructure. Strong technical knowledge across reinforced concrete, structures, earthworks and general civil engineering. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary construction activities. Excellent understanding of construction methodology, sequencing and buildability. Previous experience delivering drainage infrastructure (highly desirable). Experience working within Tier 1 contracting environments. Good knowledge of NEC contracts, ideally NEC3. Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) qualification and experience. SMSTS certification. HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience). Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. What's on Offer? Salary up to 75,000 Comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to work on a nationally significant infrastructure project Long-term career progression with a leading civil engineering contractor Supportive and experienced project leadership team Exposure to future major civil engineering packages If you're an experienced Site Agent looking to take the next step in your career and work on a landmark infrastructure project, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
14/08/2026
Full time
Job Description: Site Agent 75,000 + Benefits Are you an experienced Site Agent looking to play a key role on one of the UK's largest and most complex infrastructure projects? We're working with a leading civil engineering contractor delivering a major infrastructure scheme and are looking for a technically strong Site Agent to join an established delivery team. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside an experienced Project Manager and Works Manager, taking ownership of the technical delivery of a high-profile project while supporting the successful completion of the works and future civil engineering packages. The Role As Site Agent, you'll act as the principal technical lead, ensuring construction activities are planned, coordinated and delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme, design and quality requirements. Working closely with the wider management team, you'll provide technical leadership across the project while supporting engineers, supervisors and subcontractors throughout delivery. Previous experience delivering drainage infrastructure alongside major civil engineering works would be highly beneficial due to upcoming phases of work. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across the project and support the successful delivery of construction activities. Coordinate works in line with programme, design specifications and project requirements. Review drawings, technical information, RAMS and Inspection & Test Plans. Provide technical guidance to engineers, supervisors and site teams. Resolve technical and construction issues while coordinating with project stakeholders. Monitor project progress, identify risks and support short-term planning. Assist with programme reporting and delivery planning. Manage design changes, technical queries and construction-related issues. Support NEC contract administration, including Early Warnings and Compensation Events where required. Ensure quality, inspection and testing requirements are implemented throughout delivery. Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance. Act as Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC), ensuring temporary works are managed in accordance with project procedures. Attend technical, coordination and progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders. About You You'll be an experienced Site Agent with a strong technical background and a proven track record of delivering complex civil engineering or infrastructure projects. You'll have: Extensive experience as a Site Agent within major civils or infrastructure. Strong technical knowledge across reinforced concrete, structures, earthworks and general civil engineering. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary construction activities. Excellent understanding of construction methodology, sequencing and buildability. Previous experience delivering drainage infrastructure (highly desirable). Experience working within Tier 1 contracting environments. Good knowledge of NEC contracts, ideally NEC3. Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) qualification and experience. SMSTS certification. HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience). Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. What's on Offer? Salary up to 75,000 Comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to work on a nationally significant infrastructure project Long-term career progression with a leading civil engineering contractor Supportive and experienced project leadership team Exposure to future major civil engineering packages If you're an experienced Site Agent looking to take the next step in your career and work on a landmark infrastructure project, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Building Services Manager Location: Catterick Garrison Contract: 12 months Employment: PAYE only We are currently recruiting for an experienced Building Services Manager to join a major construction project at Catterick Garrison on an initial 12-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced MEP professional to take a lead role in the delivery of building services across a complex project, with responsibility spanning pre-construction, design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning and handover. The Role As Building Services Manager, you will take ownership of the building-services delivery strategy and work closely with project, design, commercial and supply-chain teams to ensure MEP works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality, programme and compliance standards. Key responsibilities will include: Reviewing tender and project information to identify MEP risks, opportunities, capability and resource requirements. Leading building-services inputs into project strategy, including design deliverables, procurement, programme and commissioning. Coordinating mechanical and electrical design, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning activities. Managing building-services programmes and mitigating the impact of resequencing, acceleration and late information. Working closely with design and commercial teams to align scopes, fees, design responsibilities and risk allowances. Reviewing buildability and driving value engineering and effective risk mitigation. Coordinating multidisciplinary teams, specialist subcontractors and supply-chain partners. Supporting Principal Contractor duties and ensuring relevant duty holders understand their responsibilities. Ensuring appropriate mechanical and electrical safe systems of work, energisation readiness and live-working controls are in place. Implementing and monitoring QMP, ITP, RAMS and Testing & Commissioning Plan requirements. Ensuring inspections, witnessing, certification, commissioning records, as-builts and snagging are completed ahead of handover. Supporting delivery of O&M manuals, end-user training, seasonal commissioning and aftercare requirements. Providing clear progress reporting and maintaining strong communication with project stakeholders. Challenging unsafe practices and unresolved technical or compliance risks. Driving right-first-time delivery, continuous improvement and successful project outcomes. About You We are looking for an experienced Building Services Manager with a proven track record of delivering medium-sized or moderately complex projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover. You will ideally have: Strong experience in building services / MEP project delivery. A background managing both mechanical and electrical building-services packages. Experience working through the full project lifecycle. Strong understanding of design management, procurement, installation, commissioning and handover. Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and specialist supply-chain partners. Good knowledge of construction health & safety, CDM and duty-holder responsibilities. Strong understanding of quality assurance, inspection and testing and commissioning requirements. Excellent programme, coordination and project-control skills. The ability to engage confidently with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams. Strong commercial and risk awareness with the ability to identify opportunities as well as mitigate risk. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. This role would suit a Building Services Manager who is already operating at a strong project level and is looking to take on a significant delivery challenge, or someone demonstrating readiness to progress towards Senior Building Services Manager responsibilities. Additional Information 12-month contract Catterick Garrison PAYE engagement only No security clearance required prior to starting Candidates will be required to complete BPSS once on site , including a DBS check If you are an experienced Building Services Manager with the relevant MEP project-delivery background and are interested in a 12-month opportunity at Catterick Garrison, please apply with your latest CV for consideration.
14/08/2026
Full time
Building Services Manager Location: Catterick Garrison Contract: 12 months Employment: PAYE only We are currently recruiting for an experienced Building Services Manager to join a major construction project at Catterick Garrison on an initial 12-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced MEP professional to take a lead role in the delivery of building services across a complex project, with responsibility spanning pre-construction, design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning and handover. The Role As Building Services Manager, you will take ownership of the building-services delivery strategy and work closely with project, design, commercial and supply-chain teams to ensure MEP works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality, programme and compliance standards. Key responsibilities will include: Reviewing tender and project information to identify MEP risks, opportunities, capability and resource requirements. Leading building-services inputs into project strategy, including design deliverables, procurement, programme and commissioning. Coordinating mechanical and electrical design, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning activities. Managing building-services programmes and mitigating the impact of resequencing, acceleration and late information. Working closely with design and commercial teams to align scopes, fees, design responsibilities and risk allowances. Reviewing buildability and driving value engineering and effective risk mitigation. Coordinating multidisciplinary teams, specialist subcontractors and supply-chain partners. Supporting Principal Contractor duties and ensuring relevant duty holders understand their responsibilities. Ensuring appropriate mechanical and electrical safe systems of work, energisation readiness and live-working controls are in place. Implementing and monitoring QMP, ITP, RAMS and Testing & Commissioning Plan requirements. Ensuring inspections, witnessing, certification, commissioning records, as-builts and snagging are completed ahead of handover. Supporting delivery of O&M manuals, end-user training, seasonal commissioning and aftercare requirements. Providing clear progress reporting and maintaining strong communication with project stakeholders. Challenging unsafe practices and unresolved technical or compliance risks. Driving right-first-time delivery, continuous improvement and successful project outcomes. About You We are looking for an experienced Building Services Manager with a proven track record of delivering medium-sized or moderately complex projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover. You will ideally have: Strong experience in building services / MEP project delivery. A background managing both mechanical and electrical building-services packages. Experience working through the full project lifecycle. Strong understanding of design management, procurement, installation, commissioning and handover. Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and specialist supply-chain partners. Good knowledge of construction health & safety, CDM and duty-holder responsibilities. Strong understanding of quality assurance, inspection and testing and commissioning requirements. Excellent programme, coordination and project-control skills. The ability to engage confidently with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams. Strong commercial and risk awareness with the ability to identify opportunities as well as mitigate risk. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. This role would suit a Building Services Manager who is already operating at a strong project level and is looking to take on a significant delivery challenge, or someone demonstrating readiness to progress towards Senior Building Services Manager responsibilities. Additional Information 12-month contract Catterick Garrison PAYE engagement only No security clearance required prior to starting Candidates will be required to complete BPSS once on site , including a DBS check If you are an experienced Building Services Manager with the relevant MEP project-delivery background and are interested in a 12-month opportunity at Catterick Garrison, please apply with your latest CV for consideration.
Randstad Construction & Property
Richmond, Yorkshire
Randstad C&P are working with a national client to onbaord a Building Services Manager based in Richmond, North Yorkshire. The Package Competitive pay rate of 500 per day PAYE Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, 07:30 - 16:30 Long term 12 months contract The Duties Analyse tender documentation, building services surveys, and utility requirements to identify MEP risks, resource needs, and value-engineering opportunities. Lead building services bid strategy, aligning win strategies, design deliverables, procurement plans, and commissioning approaches with commercial and design teams. Plan, manage, and coordinate MEP design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning activities across the full project lifecycle. Maintain building services programmes, proactively mitigating impacts from resequencing, acceleration, or late information while providing clear progress reporting. Support Principal Contractor duties, enforcing mechanical/electrical safe systems of work, live-working controls, and energisation readiness. The Requirements Relevant Degree in Building Services, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent qualification). Valid CSCS Card and SMSTS. Professional membership or affiliation with CIBSE, IET, or IMechE. Hands-on experience and solid technical understanding of building services commissioning protocols and delivery. Proven track record leading medium-sized or moderately complex projects from pre-construction through to handover. Demonstrated success managing multidisciplinary teams, specialist supply-chain partners, and project controls across various delivery challenges. Strong understanding of M&E design responsibilities, statutory compliance, live energisation safety, and safe systems of work. Interested? Apply today with an updated CV. Randstad CPE 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 more than 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.
14/08/2026
Contract
Randstad C&P are working with a national client to onbaord a Building Services Manager based in Richmond, North Yorkshire. The Package Competitive pay rate of 500 per day PAYE Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, 07:30 - 16:30 Long term 12 months contract The Duties Analyse tender documentation, building services surveys, and utility requirements to identify MEP risks, resource needs, and value-engineering opportunities. Lead building services bid strategy, aligning win strategies, design deliverables, procurement plans, and commissioning approaches with commercial and design teams. Plan, manage, and coordinate MEP design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning activities across the full project lifecycle. Maintain building services programmes, proactively mitigating impacts from resequencing, acceleration, or late information while providing clear progress reporting. Support Principal Contractor duties, enforcing mechanical/electrical safe systems of work, live-working controls, and energisation readiness. The Requirements Relevant Degree in Building Services, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent qualification). Valid CSCS Card and SMSTS. Professional membership or affiliation with CIBSE, IET, or IMechE. Hands-on experience and solid technical understanding of building services commissioning protocols and delivery. Proven track record leading medium-sized or moderately complex projects from pre-construction through to handover. Demonstrated success managing multidisciplinary teams, specialist supply-chain partners, and project controls across various delivery challenges. Strong understanding of M&E design responsibilities, statutory compliance, live energisation safety, and safe systems of work. Interested? Apply today with an updated CV. Randstad CPE 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 more than 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.
Building Safety Programme Manager Location: North London Contract: 6+ months ongoing Fox Morris Group are working with a North London Local Authority to appoint an experienced Building Safety Programme Manager on a long-term contract basis. Please note: This is NOT a Building Safety Manager role. We are specifically looking for someone with experience delivering complex building and fire safety projects/programmes within Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs), with particular emphasis on regulatory compliance and successfully navigating the Building Safety Regulator Gateway process. The Role As Building Safety Programme Manager, you will lead the delivery of a programme of building and fire safety improvement works across a portfolio of Higher-Risk Buildings. You will manage projects throughout the full lifecycle, ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of building and fire safety capital works across Higher-Risk Buildings. Manage projects through design, procurement, construction and completion. Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and relevant building, fire and health & safety legislation. Manage projects requiring engagement with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). Oversee Gateway submissions and approvals where applicable. Ensure compliance with HRB requirements around design control, construction control and significant change control. Manage consultants, Principal Designers, Principal Contractors and specialist advisors. Monitor budgets, programme risks, quality, timescales and contractor performance. Produce reports and programme updates for senior management and governance boards. Work collaboratively across compliance, asset management, housing and finance teams. Drive continuous improvement and best practice in building safety project delivery. Essential Experience Significant experience delivering major construction, remediation, fire safety or compliance projects. Strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and regulatory framework for Higher-Risk Buildings. Experience managing projects subject to the Building Safety Regulator's Gateway regime. Strong understanding of HRB design, construction and change-control requirements. Experience managing multidisciplinary consultants, contractors and external stakeholders. Knowledge of procurement, contract administration and project governance. Strong financial, reporting and risk-management skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities. If you are seeking a rate higher than 425 per day, please include your required rate when applying.
13/08/2026
Contract
Building Safety Programme Manager Location: North London Contract: 6+ months ongoing Fox Morris Group are working with a North London Local Authority to appoint an experienced Building Safety Programme Manager on a long-term contract basis. Please note: This is NOT a Building Safety Manager role. We are specifically looking for someone with experience delivering complex building and fire safety projects/programmes within Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs), with particular emphasis on regulatory compliance and successfully navigating the Building Safety Regulator Gateway process. The Role As Building Safety Programme Manager, you will lead the delivery of a programme of building and fire safety improvement works across a portfolio of Higher-Risk Buildings. You will manage projects throughout the full lifecycle, ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of building and fire safety capital works across Higher-Risk Buildings. Manage projects through design, procurement, construction and completion. Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and relevant building, fire and health & safety legislation. Manage projects requiring engagement with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). Oversee Gateway submissions and approvals where applicable. Ensure compliance with HRB requirements around design control, construction control and significant change control. Manage consultants, Principal Designers, Principal Contractors and specialist advisors. Monitor budgets, programme risks, quality, timescales and contractor performance. Produce reports and programme updates for senior management and governance boards. Work collaboratively across compliance, asset management, housing and finance teams. Drive continuous improvement and best practice in building safety project delivery. Essential Experience Significant experience delivering major construction, remediation, fire safety or compliance projects. Strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and regulatory framework for Higher-Risk Buildings. Experience managing projects subject to the Building Safety Regulator's Gateway regime. Strong understanding of HRB design, construction and change-control requirements. Experience managing multidisciplinary consultants, contractors and external stakeholders. Knowledge of procurement, contract administration and project governance. Strong financial, reporting and risk-management skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities. If you are seeking a rate higher than 425 per day, please include your required rate when applying.
Murphy is recruiting for a Construction Manager to work with Energy on GGP - ATNC - Norwich to Tilbury Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Construction Manager: Overall management of project teams during the construction and installation phase of the project. Co-ordination of constructability input during solutions identification and development phase. Allocation of construction staff to projects ensuring that appropriate construction and installation staff are appointed to individual projects: based on experience, skills and knowledge. Liaises with the Project Managers to ensure that the construction resource pool is an appropriate size, with an appropriate blend of skill sets for the projected workload. Overall management of construction resources including Labour, Plant and Materials. Performance management of subcontractors. Ensures that the construction and installation teams are accountable for their performance against agreed schedules and man-hour budgets. Oversee the duties of the Principal Contractor are discharged in accordance with the CDM Regulations. Control all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities are carried out in accordance with agreed quality procedures. Interfaces with all other functional leaders within the organisation to facilitate successful development of the project from solution stage constructability through construction, installation, commissioning, and handover to the client. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience in delivering Major Civils projects or Cable Projects Experience within a Construction Manager role or similar. HNC / HND or NVQ Level 5 (or Degree) Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to develop close working relationships with clients and subcontractors. A true leader with passion for people development, can do attitude and a flare for innovation. Must be able to drive and be happy to travel
13/08/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a Construction Manager to work with Energy on GGP - ATNC - Norwich to Tilbury Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Construction Manager: Overall management of project teams during the construction and installation phase of the project. Co-ordination of constructability input during solutions identification and development phase. Allocation of construction staff to projects ensuring that appropriate construction and installation staff are appointed to individual projects: based on experience, skills and knowledge. Liaises with the Project Managers to ensure that the construction resource pool is an appropriate size, with an appropriate blend of skill sets for the projected workload. Overall management of construction resources including Labour, Plant and Materials. Performance management of subcontractors. Ensures that the construction and installation teams are accountable for their performance against agreed schedules and man-hour budgets. Oversee the duties of the Principal Contractor are discharged in accordance with the CDM Regulations. Control all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities are carried out in accordance with agreed quality procedures. Interfaces with all other functional leaders within the organisation to facilitate successful development of the project from solution stage constructability through construction, installation, commissioning, and handover to the client. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience in delivering Major Civils projects or Cable Projects Experience within a Construction Manager role or similar. HNC / HND or NVQ Level 5 (or Degree) Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to develop close working relationships with clients and subcontractors. A true leader with passion for people development, can do attitude and a flare for innovation. Must be able to drive and be happy to travel
Murphy is recruiting for a Construction Manager to work with Energy on GGP - ATNC - Norwich to Tilbury Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries A day in the life of a Murphy Construction Manager: Overall management of project teams during the construction and installation phase of the project. Co-ordination of constructability input during solutions identification and development phase. Allocation of construction staff to projects ensuring that appropriate construction and installation staff are appointed to individual projects: based on experience, skills and knowledge. Liaises with the Project Managers to ensure that the construction resource pool is an appropriate size, with an appropriate blend of skill sets for the projected workload. Overall management of construction resources including Labour, Plant and Materials. Performance management of subcontractors. Ensures that the construction and installation teams are accountable for their performance against agreed schedules and man-hour budgets. Oversee the duties of the Principal Contractor are discharged in accordance with the CDM Regulations. Control all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities are carried out in accordance with agreed quality procedures. Interfaces with all other functional leaders within the organisation to facilitate successful development of the project from solution stage constructability through construction, installation, commissioning, and handover to the client. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience in delivering Major Civils projects. Experience within a Construction Manager role or similar. HNC / HND or NVQ Level 5 (or Degree) Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to develop close working relationships with clients and subcontractors. A true leader with passion for people development, can do attitude and a flare for innovation.
13/08/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a Construction Manager to work with Energy on GGP - ATNC - Norwich to Tilbury Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries A day in the life of a Murphy Construction Manager: Overall management of project teams during the construction and installation phase of the project. Co-ordination of constructability input during solutions identification and development phase. Allocation of construction staff to projects ensuring that appropriate construction and installation staff are appointed to individual projects: based on experience, skills and knowledge. Liaises with the Project Managers to ensure that the construction resource pool is an appropriate size, with an appropriate blend of skill sets for the projected workload. Overall management of construction resources including Labour, Plant and Materials. Performance management of subcontractors. Ensures that the construction and installation teams are accountable for their performance against agreed schedules and man-hour budgets. Oversee the duties of the Principal Contractor are discharged in accordance with the CDM Regulations. Control all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities are carried out in accordance with agreed quality procedures. Interfaces with all other functional leaders within the organisation to facilitate successful development of the project from solution stage constructability through construction, installation, commissioning, and handover to the client. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience in delivering Major Civils projects. Experience within a Construction Manager role or similar. HNC / HND or NVQ Level 5 (or Degree) Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to develop close working relationships with clients and subcontractors. A true leader with passion for people development, can do attitude and a flare for innovation.
Sub Agent - Southern Water Framework Contract Role Main Contractor Southern Region Hays Civil Engineering is recruiting for an experienced Sub Agent to join a leading UK infrastructure contractor delivering a significant programme of works across the Southern Water framework. Working on a range of water and wastewater projects throughout the South of England, this role offers the opportunity to be involved in the delivery of essential infrastructure schemes, including treatment works upgrades, pipelines, reservoirs, pumping stations and other complex civil engineering projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a Sub Agent looking for a long-term contract assignment with a busy and well-established contractor operating across a major AMP programme. Key Responsibilities Managing the safe and efficient delivery of allocated sections of work Supporting the Site Agent and Project Manager with day-to-day site operations Coordinating site teams, subcontractors and suppliers Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards Monitoring progress against programme and identifying solutions to delivery challenges Producing and reviewing RAMS, work packages and site documentation Managing temporary works, permits and engineering activities where required Supporting commercial reporting, cost control and project forecasting Maintaining strong relationships with clients, designers and key stakeholders Requirements Previous experience as a Sub Agent, Senior Engineer or Site Manager within civil engineering infrastructure Strong understanding of construction methodologies and site management principles Experience working for a principal contractor on infrastructure projects Knowledge of NEC contracts and project controls Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate complex construction activities HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline SMSTS and CSCS certification Desirable Experience Water or wastewater infrastructure projects Treatment works, pipeline or heavy civil engineering schemes AMP framework experience Temporary works coordination experience Environmental and quality management knowledge 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)
12/08/2026
Contract
Sub Agent - Southern Water Framework Contract Role Main Contractor Southern Region Hays Civil Engineering is recruiting for an experienced Sub Agent to join a leading UK infrastructure contractor delivering a significant programme of works across the Southern Water framework. Working on a range of water and wastewater projects throughout the South of England, this role offers the opportunity to be involved in the delivery of essential infrastructure schemes, including treatment works upgrades, pipelines, reservoirs, pumping stations and other complex civil engineering projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a Sub Agent looking for a long-term contract assignment with a busy and well-established contractor operating across a major AMP programme. Key Responsibilities Managing the safe and efficient delivery of allocated sections of work Supporting the Site Agent and Project Manager with day-to-day site operations Coordinating site teams, subcontractors and suppliers Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards Monitoring progress against programme and identifying solutions to delivery challenges Producing and reviewing RAMS, work packages and site documentation Managing temporary works, permits and engineering activities where required Supporting commercial reporting, cost control and project forecasting Maintaining strong relationships with clients, designers and key stakeholders Requirements Previous experience as a Sub Agent, Senior Engineer or Site Manager within civil engineering infrastructure Strong understanding of construction methodologies and site management principles Experience working for a principal contractor on infrastructure projects Knowledge of NEC contracts and project controls Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate complex construction activities HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline SMSTS and CSCS certification Desirable Experience Water or wastewater infrastructure projects Treatment works, pipeline or heavy civil engineering schemes AMP framework experience Temporary works coordination experience Environmental and quality management knowledge 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)
ITS Construction Professionals South LTD
Chertsey, Surrey
Job Type: Permanent Start Date: Immediate Industry: Data Centres / Civils / Construction Location: Chertsey, Surrey Salary & Package: £85,000 plus package The Role & About the Client ITS Building People are working with a well-established specialist construction and engineering contractor operating across the Data Centre, Defence and Energy sectors. Due to continued growth and a significant pipeline of work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager Civils to join their team and work on a major 16.8MW Data Centre project. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager with a strong civil engineering background to join a specialist contractor working on technically complex and high-value projects. Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To: Lead and manage project teams throughout the construction process. Take responsibility for programme, progress and delivery against key milestones. Manage subcontractors, suppliers and site resources. Oversee civil engineering and infrastructure packages. Manage groundworks, substructures, drainage, utilities and external works. Coordinate roads, footpaths, fencing, gates and associated infrastructure. Manage project logistics and construction activities within a live and controlled environment. Monitor project costs, forecasts and commercial performance. Identify and manage project risks, opportunities and changes. Work closely with the commercial team to maintain financial control. Coordinate design information and resolve technical issues. Manage interfaces between civil, structural, architectural and MEP disciplines. Liaise with the client, consultants and specialist contractors. Ensure works are undertaken in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and project requirements. Maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental performance. Carry out quality inspections and ensure defects and non-conformances are addressed. Assist with testing, completion, commissioning and handover. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Proven experience managing construction projects. Strong civil engineering and infrastructure experience. Experience with groundworks, drainage, utilities and substructures. Experience managing subcontractors and supply chains. Good commercial awareness and understanding of project cost control. Strong programme and project management skills. Experience managing change, risk and technical issues. Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary design teams. Strong client and stakeholder management skills. Experience working within a Principal Contractor environment. Good understanding of CDM and construction health & safety requirements. Experience with NEC and/or JCT forms of contract. Strong understanding of temporary works and construction logistics. Experience within Data Centres, Mission Critical, Defence, Energy, Industrial, Infrastructure or Major Civil Engineering would be highly advantageous. Previous experience delivering below-ground services, drainage, utilities, roads and external works on large or technically complex projects would be particularly relevant. HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline. SMSTS, CSCS Black Card, Temporary Works Coordinator experience/qualification and CIOB, ICE, RICS or APM membership would be advantageous. How to Apply: If you're an experienced Project Manager with a strong civil engineering background looking for a permanent opportunity on a major Data Centre project in Chertsey, we'd like to hear from you. Please submit your CV today for a confidential discussion. Equal Opportunities ITS Building People is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
12/08/2026
Full time
Job Type: Permanent Start Date: Immediate Industry: Data Centres / Civils / Construction Location: Chertsey, Surrey Salary & Package: £85,000 plus package The Role & About the Client ITS Building People are working with a well-established specialist construction and engineering contractor operating across the Data Centre, Defence and Energy sectors. Due to continued growth and a significant pipeline of work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager Civils to join their team and work on a major 16.8MW Data Centre project. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager with a strong civil engineering background to join a specialist contractor working on technically complex and high-value projects. Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To: Lead and manage project teams throughout the construction process. Take responsibility for programme, progress and delivery against key milestones. Manage subcontractors, suppliers and site resources. Oversee civil engineering and infrastructure packages. Manage groundworks, substructures, drainage, utilities and external works. Coordinate roads, footpaths, fencing, gates and associated infrastructure. Manage project logistics and construction activities within a live and controlled environment. Monitor project costs, forecasts and commercial performance. Identify and manage project risks, opportunities and changes. Work closely with the commercial team to maintain financial control. Coordinate design information and resolve technical issues. Manage interfaces between civil, structural, architectural and MEP disciplines. Liaise with the client, consultants and specialist contractors. Ensure works are undertaken in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and project requirements. Maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental performance. Carry out quality inspections and ensure defects and non-conformances are addressed. Assist with testing, completion, commissioning and handover. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Proven experience managing construction projects. Strong civil engineering and infrastructure experience. Experience with groundworks, drainage, utilities and substructures. Experience managing subcontractors and supply chains. Good commercial awareness and understanding of project cost control. Strong programme and project management skills. Experience managing change, risk and technical issues. Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary design teams. Strong client and stakeholder management skills. Experience working within a Principal Contractor environment. Good understanding of CDM and construction health & safety requirements. Experience with NEC and/or JCT forms of contract. Strong understanding of temporary works and construction logistics. Experience within Data Centres, Mission Critical, Defence, Energy, Industrial, Infrastructure or Major Civil Engineering would be highly advantageous. Previous experience delivering below-ground services, drainage, utilities, roads and external works on large or technically complex projects would be particularly relevant. HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline. SMSTS, CSCS Black Card, Temporary Works Coordinator experience/qualification and CIOB, ICE, RICS or APM membership would be advantageous. How to Apply: If you're an experienced Project Manager with a strong civil engineering background looking for a permanent opportunity on a major Data Centre project in Chertsey, we'd like to hear from you. Please submit your CV today for a confidential discussion. Equal Opportunities ITS Building People is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
About Us Harris Garrard Academy is a school that disrupts the status quo in order to drive social mobility for our young people. Our academic results have placed us in the top 10% nationally for secondary and 5% for our primary phase; transforming students' lives forever. We are located in the wider South Thamesmead area and are accessible by fantastic rail and bus transport links (we are on the Elizabeth Line, Bus Superloop bus route). The academy's stunning working environment is within a purpose built school designed by Norman Foster and nominated for the Stirling Prize for architecture in 2004. Our vision is clear: nothing is impossible and everything is possible, irrespective of personal characteristics or background. Every problem has a solution. We believe we are more robust, resilient and determined as a team than as a group of individuals. We support, challenge and hold each other to account at all levels within the academy to ensure that our students achieve their potential, are motivated, engaged and fully prepared for life beyond our academy. As one of Harris's successful all through academies, staff at all levels belong to a strong, cohesive team working with Executive Principal Wayne Barnett and Head of Academy Kristen Gringeri and the wider SLT team. Staff can expect to grow with us as we continue to innovate and evolve as an academy. With ample opportunity to build on CPD, your potential is limitless with us. Summary Are you looking to support your local academy? We are looking for a Premises Manager to manage the Premises Team responsible for the upkeep, care, maintenance, health and safety of the academy, with the direction and leadership of the Estates Manager and Head of Academy. This role will cover both our primary and secondary sites. Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: All people management aspects of the premises team, including recruitment, performance management and training, and scheduling, prioritising and supervising their work Supervising all work completed by outside agencies on the premises and grounds Building and refurbishing areas of the academy as required, and maintaining, decorating and repairing the premises within the team's capabilities, including contributing personally to these activities Ensuring academy vehicles are maintained, serviced and cleaned Providing technical and craft support to teaching staff within the capability of the team Inspecting internal and external fabric of the buildings, initiating reparation of defects and prioritising necessary repairs Liaising with relevant staff on all matters of security during the academy day and out of hours Overseeing deliveries to the site as appropriate Overseeing the production and delivery of a planned programme of maintenance and repair of buildings Ensuring that all facilities for teaching and learning are as high quality as possible Managing community use and bookings of the premises, ensuring that a caretaking and facilities management service is provided to customers Ensuring that sites and building comply with highest levels of security with regard to safeguarding at all times Ensuring site and buildings related health and safety systems and processes are of high quality and reporting on these to relevant staff Inspecting the condition and quality of premises, taking action to address any issues Managing the security and opening/closing of the building, including security systems Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Relevant degree or equivalent qualifications/experience Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and requirements Training in relevant Health and Safety requirements Sound training in one or more of plumbing, general and ground maintenance, electrical/building maintenance, heating systems (or sound experience of same) Knowledge of the operation of heating, ventilating systems and common causes of malfunctions. Knowledge of maintenance and security systems and procedures Knowledge of procurement procedures for service level agreements Knowledge of supervisory skills Understanding of appropriate cleaning methods and standards Demonstrable experience of working in an inner city school or educational establishment with children and young people Considerable general maintenance experience Considerable experience in dealing with external contractors Successful experience of managing a team of premises staff Experience in obtaining best value for money when managing budgets Experience in managing premises budgets Experience of managing large building projects Experience of successfully managing a variety of events Experience in managing service level agreements ensuring good value for money The ability for some heavy lifting, with physical fitness appropriate to tasks required The ability to deal with emergencies occurring outside normal working hours Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
12/08/2026
Full time
About Us Harris Garrard Academy is a school that disrupts the status quo in order to drive social mobility for our young people. Our academic results have placed us in the top 10% nationally for secondary and 5% for our primary phase; transforming students' lives forever. We are located in the wider South Thamesmead area and are accessible by fantastic rail and bus transport links (we are on the Elizabeth Line, Bus Superloop bus route). The academy's stunning working environment is within a purpose built school designed by Norman Foster and nominated for the Stirling Prize for architecture in 2004. Our vision is clear: nothing is impossible and everything is possible, irrespective of personal characteristics or background. Every problem has a solution. We believe we are more robust, resilient and determined as a team than as a group of individuals. We support, challenge and hold each other to account at all levels within the academy to ensure that our students achieve their potential, are motivated, engaged and fully prepared for life beyond our academy. As one of Harris's successful all through academies, staff at all levels belong to a strong, cohesive team working with Executive Principal Wayne Barnett and Head of Academy Kristen Gringeri and the wider SLT team. Staff can expect to grow with us as we continue to innovate and evolve as an academy. With ample opportunity to build on CPD, your potential is limitless with us. Summary Are you looking to support your local academy? We are looking for a Premises Manager to manage the Premises Team responsible for the upkeep, care, maintenance, health and safety of the academy, with the direction and leadership of the Estates Manager and Head of Academy. This role will cover both our primary and secondary sites. Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: All people management aspects of the premises team, including recruitment, performance management and training, and scheduling, prioritising and supervising their work Supervising all work completed by outside agencies on the premises and grounds Building and refurbishing areas of the academy as required, and maintaining, decorating and repairing the premises within the team's capabilities, including contributing personally to these activities Ensuring academy vehicles are maintained, serviced and cleaned Providing technical and craft support to teaching staff within the capability of the team Inspecting internal and external fabric of the buildings, initiating reparation of defects and prioritising necessary repairs Liaising with relevant staff on all matters of security during the academy day and out of hours Overseeing deliveries to the site as appropriate Overseeing the production and delivery of a planned programme of maintenance and repair of buildings Ensuring that all facilities for teaching and learning are as high quality as possible Managing community use and bookings of the premises, ensuring that a caretaking and facilities management service is provided to customers Ensuring that sites and building comply with highest levels of security with regard to safeguarding at all times Ensuring site and buildings related health and safety systems and processes are of high quality and reporting on these to relevant staff Inspecting the condition and quality of premises, taking action to address any issues Managing the security and opening/closing of the building, including security systems Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Relevant degree or equivalent qualifications/experience Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and requirements Training in relevant Health and Safety requirements Sound training in one or more of plumbing, general and ground maintenance, electrical/building maintenance, heating systems (or sound experience of same) Knowledge of the operation of heating, ventilating systems and common causes of malfunctions. Knowledge of maintenance and security systems and procedures Knowledge of procurement procedures for service level agreements Knowledge of supervisory skills Understanding of appropriate cleaning methods and standards Demonstrable experience of working in an inner city school or educational establishment with children and young people Considerable general maintenance experience Considerable experience in dealing with external contractors Successful experience of managing a team of premises staff Experience in obtaining best value for money when managing budgets Experience in managing premises budgets Experience of managing large building projects Experience of successfully managing a variety of events Experience in managing service level agreements ensuring good value for money The ability for some heavy lifting, with physical fitness appropriate to tasks required The ability to deal with emergencies occurring outside normal working hours Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Design Manager Location: Hatfield & Project Sites Sector: Refurbishment, Fire Remediation & Re-Cladding Industry: Building and Construction Salary: 70,000 - 80,000 per annum Overview Due to continued growth, our client is looking to recruit an experienced Design Manager with a strong main contractor background and proven experience delivering refurbishment projects from pre-construction through to completion. This role requires someone capable of taking the lead from day one, managing multiple projects, overcoming technical challenges, and building strong relationships with clients, consultants and project teams. The Role The Design Manager will take full responsibility for coordinating and managing the design process across multiple refurbishment and remediation projects, ensuring design information is delivered on programme, within budget and fully compliant with statutory requirements. Key Responsibilities Design & Technical Management Lead consultant and surveyor procurement Undertake design risk appraisals and support tender submissions Review Employer's Requirements and contribute to Contractor's Proposals Develop and manage design and pre-construction programmes Coordinate and manage consultant teams throughout project delivery Monitor design progress and report against programme milestones Chair design team meetings and drive key deliverables Review design information for compliance, buildability and value engineering opportunities Manage design development and change control procedures Resolve technical and design-related issues throughout the project lifecycle Project Delivery & Stakeholder Management Support single and two-stage tender processes Lead design reviews Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders Liaise with statutory authorities and approval bodies Ensure project objectives are achieved throughout delivery Compliance & Building Safety Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Planning Conditions and warranty requirements Work alongside the Principal Designer to meet Building Safety Act obligations Manage approvals, licences and statutory permissions Ensure all design information complies with health, safety and environmental requirements Support projects involving Higher Risk Buildings, remediation and fa ade replacement works Requirements Proven Design Manager experience within a Main Contractor environment Experience managing multiple refurb projects from start to finish Experience leading major refurbishment schemes Ability to deal with project challenges and technical issues confidently Significant contractor-side and commercial experience Understanding of construction methods, sequencing and buildability Experience using construction planning software Experience using Common Data Environments (CDEs)
11/08/2026
Full time
Design Manager Location: Hatfield & Project Sites Sector: Refurbishment, Fire Remediation & Re-Cladding Industry: Building and Construction Salary: 70,000 - 80,000 per annum Overview Due to continued growth, our client is looking to recruit an experienced Design Manager with a strong main contractor background and proven experience delivering refurbishment projects from pre-construction through to completion. This role requires someone capable of taking the lead from day one, managing multiple projects, overcoming technical challenges, and building strong relationships with clients, consultants and project teams. The Role The Design Manager will take full responsibility for coordinating and managing the design process across multiple refurbishment and remediation projects, ensuring design information is delivered on programme, within budget and fully compliant with statutory requirements. Key Responsibilities Design & Technical Management Lead consultant and surveyor procurement Undertake design risk appraisals and support tender submissions Review Employer's Requirements and contribute to Contractor's Proposals Develop and manage design and pre-construction programmes Coordinate and manage consultant teams throughout project delivery Monitor design progress and report against programme milestones Chair design team meetings and drive key deliverables Review design information for compliance, buildability and value engineering opportunities Manage design development and change control procedures Resolve technical and design-related issues throughout the project lifecycle Project Delivery & Stakeholder Management Support single and two-stage tender processes Lead design reviews Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders Liaise with statutory authorities and approval bodies Ensure project objectives are achieved throughout delivery Compliance & Building Safety Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Planning Conditions and warranty requirements Work alongside the Principal Designer to meet Building Safety Act obligations Manage approvals, licences and statutory permissions Ensure all design information complies with health, safety and environmental requirements Support projects involving Higher Risk Buildings, remediation and fa ade replacement works Requirements Proven Design Manager experience within a Main Contractor environment Experience managing multiple refurb projects from start to finish Experience leading major refurbishment schemes Ability to deal with project challenges and technical issues confidently Significant contractor-side and commercial experience Understanding of construction methods, sequencing and buildability Experience using construction planning software Experience using Common Data Environments (CDEs)
Building Safety Programme Manager London Borough of Enfield £425p/d Umbrella Initial 3 month contract - with potential to extend We are currently recruiting for an experienced Building Safety Programme Manager to join a local authority and lead the delivery of a major programme of building and fire safety improvement works across its Higher-Risk Buildings. This is a key client-side role, responsible for taking complex building safety projects through the full project lifecycle - from design and procurement through to construction and completion. You will work closely with consultants, contractors, Principal Designers, Principal Contractors and internal Council teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and in line with the requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Building Safety Regulator. The Role As Building Safety Programme Manager, you will: Lead the delivery of major building and fire safety capital works across Higher-Risk Buildings. Manage projects through design, procurement, construction and completion. Act as the Council's lead client representative across complex building safety projects. Coordinate consultants, contractors and specialist advisors throughout delivery. Oversee projects requiring engagement with the Building Safety Regulator, including Gateway submissions and approvals. Ensure appropriate design, construction and change control processes are maintained. Manage Principal Designers, Principal Contractors and wider multidisciplinary project teams. Monitor programme budgets, risks, quality, timescales and contractor performance. Provide clear programme reporting and updates to senior management and governance boards. Work closely with asset management, housing, compliance and finance teams. Drive best practice and continuous improvement across building safety project delivery. About You We are looking for an experienced Project or Programme Manager with a strong track record of delivering complex construction, remediation, fire safety or compliance projects (ideally within occupied residential buildings). You will ideally have: Minimum 3 years' experience working within a local authority or housing association. Significant experience delivering major construction, remediation, fire safety or capital works projects. Strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the regulatory requirements surrounding Higher-Risk Buildings. Experience working with or navigating the Building Safety Regulator and Gateway process. A good understanding of HRB design control, construction control and change control requirements. Experience managing multidisciplinary consultants, contractors and external stakeholders. Strong knowledge of procurement, contract administration and project governance. The Key Point This is a project and programme delivery role - not a Building Safety Manager position. We are looking for someone who can take complex building and fire safety requirements and turn them into successfully delivered projects. The ideal candidate will combine strong capital/project management experience with a solid understanding of HRBs, the Building Safety Act and the BSR Gateway regime. If you have experience delivering major remediation, fire safety, cladding or building safety programmes within residential buildings and are looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you.
11/08/2026
Contract
Building Safety Programme Manager London Borough of Enfield £425p/d Umbrella Initial 3 month contract - with potential to extend We are currently recruiting for an experienced Building Safety Programme Manager to join a local authority and lead the delivery of a major programme of building and fire safety improvement works across its Higher-Risk Buildings. This is a key client-side role, responsible for taking complex building safety projects through the full project lifecycle - from design and procurement through to construction and completion. You will work closely with consultants, contractors, Principal Designers, Principal Contractors and internal Council teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and in line with the requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Building Safety Regulator. The Role As Building Safety Programme Manager, you will: Lead the delivery of major building and fire safety capital works across Higher-Risk Buildings. Manage projects through design, procurement, construction and completion. Act as the Council's lead client representative across complex building safety projects. Coordinate consultants, contractors and specialist advisors throughout delivery. Oversee projects requiring engagement with the Building Safety Regulator, including Gateway submissions and approvals. Ensure appropriate design, construction and change control processes are maintained. Manage Principal Designers, Principal Contractors and wider multidisciplinary project teams. Monitor programme budgets, risks, quality, timescales and contractor performance. Provide clear programme reporting and updates to senior management and governance boards. Work closely with asset management, housing, compliance and finance teams. Drive best practice and continuous improvement across building safety project delivery. About You We are looking for an experienced Project or Programme Manager with a strong track record of delivering complex construction, remediation, fire safety or compliance projects (ideally within occupied residential buildings). You will ideally have: Minimum 3 years' experience working within a local authority or housing association. Significant experience delivering major construction, remediation, fire safety or capital works projects. Strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the regulatory requirements surrounding Higher-Risk Buildings. Experience working with or navigating the Building Safety Regulator and Gateway process. A good understanding of HRB design control, construction control and change control requirements. Experience managing multidisciplinary consultants, contractors and external stakeholders. Strong knowledge of procurement, contract administration and project governance. The Key Point This is a project and programme delivery role - not a Building Safety Manager position. We are looking for someone who can take complex building and fire safety requirements and turn them into successfully delivered projects. The ideal candidate will combine strong capital/project management experience with a solid understanding of HRBs, the Building Safety Act and the BSR Gateway regime. If you have experience delivering major remediation, fire safety, cladding or building safety programmes within residential buildings and are looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you.
The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Design Manager to join the aviation division of a leading UK principal contractor. The business is a specialist provider of integrated engineering, building services and intelligent infrastructure solutions, delivering complex projects across critical national infrastructure and high-value assets. As Design Manager, you will lead and coordinate electrical and building services design activities across a portfolio of technically complex aviation projects. Reporting to the Technical Director, you will provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, working closely with airport operators, clients, project teams, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners. This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager looking to take on a senior technical position within a growing specialist division and work on high-profile aviation infrastructure and intelligent building projects. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and develop the design team, promoting collaboration, technical excellence and continuous improvement. Plan and allocate design resources to support successful project delivery. Provide technical leadership and specialist design support to project teams, clients and key stakeholders. Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation, industry standards, CDM requirements and internal governance processes. Manage design changes through formal change control processes and identify potential commercial impacts. Ensure effective handover of design information to construction, commissioning and operational teams. Support the recruitment, development and mentoring of design team members. About You We're looking for an experienced Design Manager, Senior Design Manager or MEP Design Manager with a strong background in electrical, MEP or building services design. You'll ideally have: Experience managing and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams. Strong technical knowledge of electrical and building services design. Experience within aviation, airports, transport, infrastructure or complex building services environments. Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills. The ability to influence and lead within multidisciplinary project teams. A proactive approach to problem-solving, innovation and continuous improvement. The professionalism and judgement required to work within complex operational environments. Previous aviation or airport experience would be highly advantageous, although candidates from other complex infrastructure, transport, MEP or building services backgrounds will be considered. What's on Offer? This is an opportunity to join a well-established principal contractor with a multi-billion-pound order book and a strong pipeline of major UK infrastructure projects. You'll be joining a specialist aviation business working on technically challenging projects where design quality, innovation and operational reliability are critical. The company offers: Competitive salary and benefits package Agile and flexible working arrangements where appropriate Generous annual leave, with the option to purchase additional days Comprehensive pension scheme Private medical scheme options 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Share purchase scheme Structured career development and progression Interested? If you're an experienced Design Manager with an electrical, MEP or building services background and are looking for your next opportunity within the aviation and infrastructure sector, we'd like to hear from you.
10/08/2026
Full time
The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Design Manager to join the aviation division of a leading UK principal contractor. The business is a specialist provider of integrated engineering, building services and intelligent infrastructure solutions, delivering complex projects across critical national infrastructure and high-value assets. As Design Manager, you will lead and coordinate electrical and building services design activities across a portfolio of technically complex aviation projects. Reporting to the Technical Director, you will provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, working closely with airport operators, clients, project teams, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners. This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager looking to take on a senior technical position within a growing specialist division and work on high-profile aviation infrastructure and intelligent building projects. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and develop the design team, promoting collaboration, technical excellence and continuous improvement. Plan and allocate design resources to support successful project delivery. Provide technical leadership and specialist design support to project teams, clients and key stakeholders. Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation, industry standards, CDM requirements and internal governance processes. Manage design changes through formal change control processes and identify potential commercial impacts. Ensure effective handover of design information to construction, commissioning and operational teams. Support the recruitment, development and mentoring of design team members. About You We're looking for an experienced Design Manager, Senior Design Manager or MEP Design Manager with a strong background in electrical, MEP or building services design. You'll ideally have: Experience managing and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams. Strong technical knowledge of electrical and building services design. Experience within aviation, airports, transport, infrastructure or complex building services environments. Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills. The ability to influence and lead within multidisciplinary project teams. A proactive approach to problem-solving, innovation and continuous improvement. The professionalism and judgement required to work within complex operational environments. Previous aviation or airport experience would be highly advantageous, although candidates from other complex infrastructure, transport, MEP or building services backgrounds will be considered. What's on Offer? This is an opportunity to join a well-established principal contractor with a multi-billion-pound order book and a strong pipeline of major UK infrastructure projects. You'll be joining a specialist aviation business working on technically challenging projects where design quality, innovation and operational reliability are critical. The company offers: Competitive salary and benefits package Agile and flexible working arrangements where appropriate Generous annual leave, with the option to purchase additional days Comprehensive pension scheme Private medical scheme options 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Share purchase scheme Structured career development and progression Interested? If you're an experienced Design Manager with an electrical, MEP or building services background and are looking for your next opportunity within the aviation and infrastructure sector, we'd like to hear from you.
Estimating Manager Location: London / South East Salary: £90,000 £110,000 + Benefits Sector: Main Contracting / Construction The Opportunity Our client is an established and growing principal contractor delivering high-quality construction projects across London and the South East. With a strong track record spanning commercial, education, leisure, healthcare, residential, social housing, heritage and retail , our client delivers projects from pre-construction through to completion, with a strong emphasis on quality, programme, cost control and client relationships. Due to continued growth and an expanding pipeline of opportunities, they are looking to appoint an experienced Estimating Manager to lead and develop their estimating function. This is a senior position offering the opportunity to take ownership of the estimating process, lead a talented pre-construction team and play a key role in securing new work for the business. The Role As Estimating Manager, you will take responsibility for the effective management and delivery of the estimating function, ensuring tenders are commercially robust, competitive and aligned with the company's strategic objectives. Key responsibilities will include: Lead and manage the estimating team across multiple concurrent tenders. Take overall responsibility for the estimating function and tender workload. Review incoming opportunities and provide recommendations on bid/no-bid decisions. Establish estimating strategies for individual projects. Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and employer's requirements. Allocate tenders and workload across the estimating team. Lead the preparation of accurate and competitive tenders. Review and challenge estimates produced by the wider estimating team. Ensure tenders are commercially robust and reflect project risks and opportunities. Prepare and review detailed cost plans and estimates. Analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations. Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers. Identify appropriate subcontractors and suppliers for individual packages. Negotiate quotations and secure competitive market rates. Review and challenge quotations to ensure scope alignment. Identify project risks, exclusions, assumptions and opportunities. Ensure all risks are appropriately considered within tender submissions. Attend tender adjudications and present estimates to senior management. Prepare commercial reports and tender summaries for Directors. Work closely with the Commercial, Pre-Construction, Design and Operations teams. Liaise with clients, consultants, architects and quantity surveyors throughout the tender process. Attend client meetings, site visits and tender interviews. Support the preparation of value engineering proposals. Identify alternative construction methodologies and cost-saving opportunities. Provide commercial input during the design development process. Ensure tender programmes and submission deadlines are achieved. Maintain accurate estimating records and tender documentation. Develop and improve estimating procedures, systems and processes. Monitor market conditions, labour rates, material prices and subcontractor trends. Support the development of junior and senior estimators through mentoring and technical guidance. Contribute to the continued growth and development of the pre-construction department. About You The successful candidate will be an experienced Estimator or Estimating Manager with a strong background within main contracting . You will ideally have: Significant experience within a UK main contractor environment. Previous experience managing or leading an estimating team. Strong knowledge of the London and South East construction market. Proven experience pricing projects across multiple sectors. Experience working on projects ranging from approximately £1m to £20m+. Strong understanding of construction methodology and buildability. Excellent knowledge of subcontractor procurement and supply chains. Strong understanding of construction costs, preliminaries, overheads and margins. Experience with detailed cost planning and tender analysis. Strong commercial awareness. Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills. Experience leading tender adjudications. Strong client-facing and presentation skills. The ability to analyse complex tender documentation. Excellent attention to detail and numerical ability. Strong leadership and team management skills. The ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A proactive approach to identifying risks and opportunities. Strong IT and estimating software skills. What You'll Get £90,000 £110,000 basic salary Competitive benefits package Senior leadership position within the pre-construction function Opportunity to lead and develop an established estimating team Exposure to a diverse project portfolio Opportunity to influence estimating strategy and business growth Long-term career progression Supportive and collaborative senior management environment Opportunity to work on high-profile projects across London and the South East Company pension Generous annual leave Additional company benefits
10/08/2026
Full time
Estimating Manager Location: London / South East Salary: £90,000 £110,000 + Benefits Sector: Main Contracting / Construction The Opportunity Our client is an established and growing principal contractor delivering high-quality construction projects across London and the South East. With a strong track record spanning commercial, education, leisure, healthcare, residential, social housing, heritage and retail , our client delivers projects from pre-construction through to completion, with a strong emphasis on quality, programme, cost control and client relationships. Due to continued growth and an expanding pipeline of opportunities, they are looking to appoint an experienced Estimating Manager to lead and develop their estimating function. This is a senior position offering the opportunity to take ownership of the estimating process, lead a talented pre-construction team and play a key role in securing new work for the business. The Role As Estimating Manager, you will take responsibility for the effective management and delivery of the estimating function, ensuring tenders are commercially robust, competitive and aligned with the company's strategic objectives. Key responsibilities will include: Lead and manage the estimating team across multiple concurrent tenders. Take overall responsibility for the estimating function and tender workload. Review incoming opportunities and provide recommendations on bid/no-bid decisions. Establish estimating strategies for individual projects. Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and employer's requirements. Allocate tenders and workload across the estimating team. Lead the preparation of accurate and competitive tenders. Review and challenge estimates produced by the wider estimating team. Ensure tenders are commercially robust and reflect project risks and opportunities. Prepare and review detailed cost plans and estimates. Analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations. Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers. Identify appropriate subcontractors and suppliers for individual packages. Negotiate quotations and secure competitive market rates. Review and challenge quotations to ensure scope alignment. Identify project risks, exclusions, assumptions and opportunities. Ensure all risks are appropriately considered within tender submissions. Attend tender adjudications and present estimates to senior management. Prepare commercial reports and tender summaries for Directors. Work closely with the Commercial, Pre-Construction, Design and Operations teams. Liaise with clients, consultants, architects and quantity surveyors throughout the tender process. Attend client meetings, site visits and tender interviews. Support the preparation of value engineering proposals. Identify alternative construction methodologies and cost-saving opportunities. Provide commercial input during the design development process. Ensure tender programmes and submission deadlines are achieved. Maintain accurate estimating records and tender documentation. Develop and improve estimating procedures, systems and processes. Monitor market conditions, labour rates, material prices and subcontractor trends. Support the development of junior and senior estimators through mentoring and technical guidance. Contribute to the continued growth and development of the pre-construction department. About You The successful candidate will be an experienced Estimator or Estimating Manager with a strong background within main contracting . You will ideally have: Significant experience within a UK main contractor environment. Previous experience managing or leading an estimating team. Strong knowledge of the London and South East construction market. Proven experience pricing projects across multiple sectors. Experience working on projects ranging from approximately £1m to £20m+. Strong understanding of construction methodology and buildability. Excellent knowledge of subcontractor procurement and supply chains. Strong understanding of construction costs, preliminaries, overheads and margins. Experience with detailed cost planning and tender analysis. Strong commercial awareness. Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills. Experience leading tender adjudications. Strong client-facing and presentation skills. The ability to analyse complex tender documentation. Excellent attention to detail and numerical ability. Strong leadership and team management skills. The ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A proactive approach to identifying risks and opportunities. Strong IT and estimating software skills. What You'll Get £90,000 £110,000 basic salary Competitive benefits package Senior leadership position within the pre-construction function Opportunity to lead and develop an established estimating team Exposure to a diverse project portfolio Opportunity to influence estimating strategy and business growth Long-term career progression Supportive and collaborative senior management environment Opportunity to work on high-profile projects across London and the South East Company pension Generous annual leave Additional company benefits
Introduction Active Travel Project Manager The Active Travel Project Manager Role is a hybrid position with expectations of a day a week in Somerset Council's office at The Crescent in Taunton and the remaining days can be fulfilled remote working. This arrangement may change over time due to role demands and expectations. You will play a vital role in helping to drive the Council's dedicated Active Travel capital programme of over £9 million. Work with key national bodies such as Active Travel England to ensure schemes comply with funding and design requirements. Plus work with local stakeholders and colleagues to inform, promote and help deliver a diverse range of active travel and transport schemes including the wide range of overlapping disciplines this can involve such as planning, S106 contributions, maintenance, policy etc. Role Purpose Active Travel Project Manager Support the Service Manager and Principal Transport Planner to oversee the development and scheme preparation stages of new active travel schemes, through to the commencement of construction and handover to operational delivery. Manages projects as the scheme transitions into construction. Co-ordinates with the various stakeholders to agree robust proposals, appropriate engagement from all necessary parties, commissioning of necessary technical activity and securing of necessary approvals and consents. The focus of this role will be on the Active Travel Programme, but the successful candidate will be required to become involved in other team and interdisciplinary projects. Accountabilities Active Travel Project Manager Responsible for supporting the Service Manager - Transport Schemes Commissioning for all matters related to the commissioning of new major and minor transport infrastructure schemes to ensure swift progress is maintained through the life of the scheme. Commissioning Major Transport Infrastructure Schemes Oversee the development and scheme preparation stages of new schemes following the approval to commence a strategic outline business case, through to the commencement of construction and handover to operational delivery. Manage projects with the authority and responsibility to run the project on a day-to-day basis up until the appointment and involvement of an 'NEC project manager' (contract manager) as the scheme transitions into construction. Co-ordinate activity working with the various stakeholders to agree robust proposals, appropriate engagement from all necessary parties, commissioning of necessary technical activity and securing of necessary approvals and consents. Ensure Client responsibilities are met under the Construction Design and Management (CDM) 2015 regulations. Responsibilities include: Active Travel Project Manager Initiate project inception and associated processes. o Establish appropriate governance (project and programme) and agree project roles and responsibilities. With the Programme Management Office, establish the project organisation and reinforce the roles, responsibilities and deliverables for each team member. Co-ordinate the activities of a multi-discipline project team which may consist of development, design, construction, commercial, planning, testing, and commissioning and support resources. Support the Service Manager in progressing business case development from the strategic outline business case stage through to full business case. Commission technical activity to support the scheme development and preparation, e.g. traffic modelling, highways design, legal and planning advice, land-acquisition and property, surveys, consultations, etc. Co-ordinate consultation and engagement processes. Develop and gain approval for procurement strategy in association with the project team. Obtain formal decisions to proceed at each business case stage or gateway under the Council's scheme of delegation. Support the Service Manager in gaining authority to seek planning consents and use of CPO powers if needed. Maintain and monitor progress to programme and budget through outline and detailed design. Ensure outcomes and outputs are delivered at each stage. Commission Early Contractor Involvement/ Buildability advice as necessary. Commission Minor Transport Scheme Programmes Act as commissioner to ensure that an agreed framework is in place to identify, prioritise and deliver a programme of minor transport improvement schemes and safety related improvements. Work with operations in an advisory capacity to ensure that appropriate processes are in place and that the criteria for scheme selection and prioritisation reflect the Council's overall policy priorities. This will cover a range of operational programmes. e.g. active travel schemes, elected member's small improvement schemes, local safety schemes, traffic signals recovery programme and any other relevant programmes.
10/08/2026
Contract
Introduction Active Travel Project Manager The Active Travel Project Manager Role is a hybrid position with expectations of a day a week in Somerset Council's office at The Crescent in Taunton and the remaining days can be fulfilled remote working. This arrangement may change over time due to role demands and expectations. You will play a vital role in helping to drive the Council's dedicated Active Travel capital programme of over £9 million. Work with key national bodies such as Active Travel England to ensure schemes comply with funding and design requirements. Plus work with local stakeholders and colleagues to inform, promote and help deliver a diverse range of active travel and transport schemes including the wide range of overlapping disciplines this can involve such as planning, S106 contributions, maintenance, policy etc. Role Purpose Active Travel Project Manager Support the Service Manager and Principal Transport Planner to oversee the development and scheme preparation stages of new active travel schemes, through to the commencement of construction and handover to operational delivery. Manages projects as the scheme transitions into construction. Co-ordinates with the various stakeholders to agree robust proposals, appropriate engagement from all necessary parties, commissioning of necessary technical activity and securing of necessary approvals and consents. The focus of this role will be on the Active Travel Programme, but the successful candidate will be required to become involved in other team and interdisciplinary projects. Accountabilities Active Travel Project Manager Responsible for supporting the Service Manager - Transport Schemes Commissioning for all matters related to the commissioning of new major and minor transport infrastructure schemes to ensure swift progress is maintained through the life of the scheme. Commissioning Major Transport Infrastructure Schemes Oversee the development and scheme preparation stages of new schemes following the approval to commence a strategic outline business case, through to the commencement of construction and handover to operational delivery. Manage projects with the authority and responsibility to run the project on a day-to-day basis up until the appointment and involvement of an 'NEC project manager' (contract manager) as the scheme transitions into construction. Co-ordinate activity working with the various stakeholders to agree robust proposals, appropriate engagement from all necessary parties, commissioning of necessary technical activity and securing of necessary approvals and consents. Ensure Client responsibilities are met under the Construction Design and Management (CDM) 2015 regulations. Responsibilities include: Active Travel Project Manager Initiate project inception and associated processes. o Establish appropriate governance (project and programme) and agree project roles and responsibilities. With the Programme Management Office, establish the project organisation and reinforce the roles, responsibilities and deliverables for each team member. Co-ordinate the activities of a multi-discipline project team which may consist of development, design, construction, commercial, planning, testing, and commissioning and support resources. Support the Service Manager in progressing business case development from the strategic outline business case stage through to full business case. Commission technical activity to support the scheme development and preparation, e.g. traffic modelling, highways design, legal and planning advice, land-acquisition and property, surveys, consultations, etc. Co-ordinate consultation and engagement processes. Develop and gain approval for procurement strategy in association with the project team. Obtain formal decisions to proceed at each business case stage or gateway under the Council's scheme of delegation. Support the Service Manager in gaining authority to seek planning consents and use of CPO powers if needed. Maintain and monitor progress to programme and budget through outline and detailed design. Ensure outcomes and outputs are delivered at each stage. Commission Early Contractor Involvement/ Buildability advice as necessary. Commission Minor Transport Scheme Programmes Act as commissioner to ensure that an agreed framework is in place to identify, prioritise and deliver a programme of minor transport improvement schemes and safety related improvements. Work with operations in an advisory capacity to ensure that appropriate processes are in place and that the criteria for scheme selection and prioritisation reflect the Council's overall policy priorities. This will cover a range of operational programmes. e.g. active travel schemes, elected member's small improvement schemes, local safety schemes, traffic signals recovery programme and any other relevant programmes.
We're looking for a Site Manager to join our team based in Brixworth, Northamptonshire. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver a diverse range of Major Projects and Local Authority civil engineering schemes across the East Midlands. Location: Brixworth, Northamptonshire - onsite 5 days per week Hours: Permanent Fulltime 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us Salary: £48,000 - £52,000 per year + £5,900 annual car allowance + private healthcare + benefits We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role What will you be responsible for? As a Site Manager, you'll be working on highways infrastructure projects including interchange and junction improvements, new builds, town centre regeneration, and active travel schemes, as well as maintenance projects such as carriageway reconstruction, resurfacing, drainage improvements, and structures repairs. Working on a live public highway, you'll promote a human-focused approach to safety whilst managing both Kier staff and labour framework operatives. Your day to day will include: Managing both Kier staff and labour framework operatives and procuring plant / materials to deliver the works programme safely and efficiently Producing and reviewing construction phase plans to control and manage Health and Safety on site Acting as Principal Contractor in managing scheme delivery by subcontractors Consulting with Project Managers/Designers/Commercial and programmers. Engaging with clients, the public, elected councillors, and parish councils Inspecting quality of work in accordance with the Inspection Test Plan and scheme specifications What are we looking for? This role of Site Manager is ideal if you: Have experience managing projects under NEC 4 contracts and can confidently oversee programme, cost, quality, and commercial requirements Hold an HNC, HND, degree, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related construction discipline Possess industry-recognised certifications, including NRSWA Supervisor, 12D M7 Traffic Management, and SMSTS Hold a full driving licence and are comfortable travelling to sites as required Have strong leadership and communication skills, with experience managing both directly employed teams and civil engineering contractors to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and to a high standard Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to .
10/08/2026
Full time
We're looking for a Site Manager to join our team based in Brixworth, Northamptonshire. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver a diverse range of Major Projects and Local Authority civil engineering schemes across the East Midlands. Location: Brixworth, Northamptonshire - onsite 5 days per week Hours: Permanent Fulltime 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us Salary: £48,000 - £52,000 per year + £5,900 annual car allowance + private healthcare + benefits We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role What will you be responsible for? As a Site Manager, you'll be working on highways infrastructure projects including interchange and junction improvements, new builds, town centre regeneration, and active travel schemes, as well as maintenance projects such as carriageway reconstruction, resurfacing, drainage improvements, and structures repairs. Working on a live public highway, you'll promote a human-focused approach to safety whilst managing both Kier staff and labour framework operatives. Your day to day will include: Managing both Kier staff and labour framework operatives and procuring plant / materials to deliver the works programme safely and efficiently Producing and reviewing construction phase plans to control and manage Health and Safety on site Acting as Principal Contractor in managing scheme delivery by subcontractors Consulting with Project Managers/Designers/Commercial and programmers. Engaging with clients, the public, elected councillors, and parish councils Inspecting quality of work in accordance with the Inspection Test Plan and scheme specifications What are we looking for? This role of Site Manager is ideal if you: Have experience managing projects under NEC 4 contracts and can confidently oversee programme, cost, quality, and commercial requirements Hold an HNC, HND, degree, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related construction discipline Possess industry-recognised certifications, including NRSWA Supervisor, 12D M7 Traffic Management, and SMSTS Hold a full driving licence and are comfortable travelling to sites as required Have strong leadership and communication skills, with experience managing both directly employed teams and civil engineering contractors to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and to a high standard Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to .
Contractor Compliance & CDM Advisor Location: Hertfordshire (with regular travel to Bristol and Bolton) Salary: Circa £52,000 + Bonus + Benefits Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (2 Years) Security Clearance : British Citizen. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS). The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced safety professional to join a growing Facilities Management team, supporting a diverse portfolio of construction and facilities projects across multiple UK sites. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring contractor compliance and the effective implementation of CDM 2015 Regulations across projects of varying size and complexity. Working alongside Project Managers and key stakeholders, you will provide expert guidance on construction health and safety, support project delivery teams, and help drive a strong culture of compliance across the estate. Key Responsibilities Provide proactive support and guidance on the implementation of CDM 2015 Regulations. Assist in delivering the Principal Designer role on smaller construction projects. Support the delivery of a large and varied portfolio of facilities and construction projects across the UK. Advise stakeholders on contractor compliance and construction safety requirements. Produce and analyse contractor compliance statistics and performance data. Assist with accident and incident investigations and ensure lessons learned are implemented. Conduct inspections and compliance reviews on active CDM sites. Support internal and external audit activities. Work closely with maintenance and service providers to ensure compliance with legislation, standards and company procedures. Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of safety processes and working practices. What We're Looking For NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Diploma (Level 6 preferred). Membership of IOSH with an active commitment to CPD. Strong understanding and practical application of CDM 2015 Regulations. Knowledge of the Principal Designer role, with IMaPS or CMaPS qualifications considered advantageous. Experience within construction, facilities management, estates, property, engineering or infrastructure environments. Ability to build relationships and influence a range of internal and external stakeholders. Strong auditing, inspection and incident investigation capabilities. A proactive and practical approach to health, safety and compliance. What's on Offer? Opportunity to work across a varied and technically complex property portfolio. Exposure to a diverse range of construction and facilities projects. A collaborative and supportive team environment. Excellent long-term career development opportunities. Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package. If you're an experienced CDM or Health & Safety professional looking to make a tangible impact across a complex and evolving estate, we'd love to hear from you. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
10/08/2026
Full time
Contractor Compliance & CDM Advisor Location: Hertfordshire (with regular travel to Bristol and Bolton) Salary: Circa £52,000 + Bonus + Benefits Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (2 Years) Security Clearance : British Citizen. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS). The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced safety professional to join a growing Facilities Management team, supporting a diverse portfolio of construction and facilities projects across multiple UK sites. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring contractor compliance and the effective implementation of CDM 2015 Regulations across projects of varying size and complexity. Working alongside Project Managers and key stakeholders, you will provide expert guidance on construction health and safety, support project delivery teams, and help drive a strong culture of compliance across the estate. Key Responsibilities Provide proactive support and guidance on the implementation of CDM 2015 Regulations. Assist in delivering the Principal Designer role on smaller construction projects. Support the delivery of a large and varied portfolio of facilities and construction projects across the UK. Advise stakeholders on contractor compliance and construction safety requirements. Produce and analyse contractor compliance statistics and performance data. Assist with accident and incident investigations and ensure lessons learned are implemented. Conduct inspections and compliance reviews on active CDM sites. Support internal and external audit activities. Work closely with maintenance and service providers to ensure compliance with legislation, standards and company procedures. Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of safety processes and working practices. What We're Looking For NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Diploma (Level 6 preferred). Membership of IOSH with an active commitment to CPD. Strong understanding and practical application of CDM 2015 Regulations. Knowledge of the Principal Designer role, with IMaPS or CMaPS qualifications considered advantageous. Experience within construction, facilities management, estates, property, engineering or infrastructure environments. Ability to build relationships and influence a range of internal and external stakeholders. Strong auditing, inspection and incident investigation capabilities. A proactive and practical approach to health, safety and compliance. What's on Offer? Opportunity to work across a varied and technically complex property portfolio. Exposure to a diverse range of construction and facilities projects. A collaborative and supportive team environment. Excellent long-term career development opportunities. Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package. If you're an experienced CDM or Health & Safety professional looking to make a tangible impact across a complex and evolving estate, we'd love to hear from you. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Site Agent 75,000 + Benefits Are you an experienced Site Agent looking to play a key role on one of the UK's largest and most complex infrastructure projects? We're working with a leading civil engineering contractor delivering a major infrastructure scheme and are looking for a technically strong Site Agent to join an established delivery team. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside an experienced Project Manager and Works Manager, taking ownership of the technical delivery of a high-profile project while supporting the successful completion of the works and future civil engineering packages. The Role As Site Agent, you'll act as the principal technical lead, ensuring construction activities are planned, coordinated and delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme, design and quality requirements. Working closely with the wider management team, you'll provide technical leadership across the project while supporting engineers, supervisors and subcontractors throughout delivery. Previous experience delivering drainage infrastructure alongside major civil engineering works would be highly beneficial due to upcoming phases of work. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across the project and support the successful delivery of construction activities. Coordinate works in line with programme, design specifications and project requirements. Review drawings, technical information, RAMS and Inspection & Test Plans. Provide technical guidance to engineers, supervisors and site teams. Resolve technical and construction issues while coordinating with project stakeholders. Monitor project progress, identify risks and support short-term planning. Assist with programme reporting and delivery planning. Manage design changes, technical queries and construction-related issues. Support NEC contract administration, including Early Warnings and Compensation Events where required. Ensure quality, inspection and testing requirements are implemented throughout delivery. Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance. Act as Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC), ensuring temporary works are managed in accordance with project procedures. Attend technical, coordination and progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders. About You You'll be an experienced Site Agent with a strong technical background and a proven track record of delivering complex civil engineering or infrastructure projects. You'll have: Extensive experience as a Site Agent within major civils or infrastructure. Strong technical knowledge across reinforced concrete, structures, earthworks and general civil engineering. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary construction activities. Excellent understanding of construction methodology, sequencing and buildability. Previous experience delivering drainage infrastructure (highly desirable). Experience working within Tier 1 contracting environments. Good knowledge of NEC contracts, ideally NEC3. Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) qualification and experience. SMSTS certification. HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience). Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. What's on Offer? Salary up to 75,000 Comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to work on a nationally significant infrastructure project Long-term career progression with a leading civil engineering contractor Supportive and experienced project leadership team Exposure to future major civil engineering packages If you're an experienced Site Agent looking to take the next step in your career and work on a landmark infrastructure project, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
07/08/2026
Full time
Site Agent 75,000 + Benefits Are you an experienced Site Agent looking to play a key role on one of the UK's largest and most complex infrastructure projects? We're working with a leading civil engineering contractor delivering a major infrastructure scheme and are looking for a technically strong Site Agent to join an established delivery team. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside an experienced Project Manager and Works Manager, taking ownership of the technical delivery of a high-profile project while supporting the successful completion of the works and future civil engineering packages. The Role As Site Agent, you'll act as the principal technical lead, ensuring construction activities are planned, coordinated and delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme, design and quality requirements. Working closely with the wider management team, you'll provide technical leadership across the project while supporting engineers, supervisors and subcontractors throughout delivery. Previous experience delivering drainage infrastructure alongside major civil engineering works would be highly beneficial due to upcoming phases of work. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across the project and support the successful delivery of construction activities. Coordinate works in line with programme, design specifications and project requirements. Review drawings, technical information, RAMS and Inspection & Test Plans. Provide technical guidance to engineers, supervisors and site teams. Resolve technical and construction issues while coordinating with project stakeholders. Monitor project progress, identify risks and support short-term planning. Assist with programme reporting and delivery planning. Manage design changes, technical queries and construction-related issues. Support NEC contract administration, including Early Warnings and Compensation Events where required. Ensure quality, inspection and testing requirements are implemented throughout delivery. Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance. Act as Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC), ensuring temporary works are managed in accordance with project procedures. Attend technical, coordination and progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders. About You You'll be an experienced Site Agent with a strong technical background and a proven track record of delivering complex civil engineering or infrastructure projects. You'll have: Extensive experience as a Site Agent within major civils or infrastructure. Strong technical knowledge across reinforced concrete, structures, earthworks and general civil engineering. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary construction activities. Excellent understanding of construction methodology, sequencing and buildability. Previous experience delivering drainage infrastructure (highly desirable). Experience working within Tier 1 contracting environments. Good knowledge of NEC contracts, ideally NEC3. Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) qualification and experience. SMSTS certification. HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience). Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. What's on Offer? Salary up to 75,000 Comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to work on a nationally significant infrastructure project Long-term career progression with a leading civil engineering contractor Supportive and experienced project leadership team Exposure to future major civil engineering packages If you're an experienced Site Agent looking to take the next step in your career and work on a landmark infrastructure project, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Position: Commercial Director Location: Peterborough with hybrid working available Salary Guide: (Apply online only)k (Neg DOE), Car/Allowance, Bonus and excellent benefits package Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,400 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting eight long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances. Our client is part of Anglian Water' Alliance. The Alliance is set to deliver a record 2.6 billion of the water company's overall investment in AMP8, with much of this work specifically targeted at protecting and enhancing the East of England's natural environment and providing resilience to climate change. This investment portfolio forms part of Anglian Water's wider, record 9 billion proposed plans for AMP8, which will see a huge programme of much-needed investment between 2025 and 2030. The Role: This is an opportunity to play a leading role in one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes. The spend in the next 3-4 years will total more than 2bn, with a spend this year of 400m and forecasts of 500m and 600m in the following 2 years. You will need to have experience of handling this type of growth and attendant workload. This is a key leadership role, and you will be an integral part of the Management Leadership Team. Responsibilities: Develop and deliver the Alliance's commercial strategy, ensuring commercial performance consistently exceeds expectations. Lead the commercial, estimating and contract management functions, building a high performing, collaborative and values led team. Provide strategic commercial advice to the Executive Leadership Team and Board, supporting key business decisions. Establish robust commercial governance, assurance and reporting frameworks. Lead contract management across complex NEC based programmes, ensuring effective management of risk, change, claims and contractual obligations. Drive commercial performance through effective cost management, forecasting, value engineering and financial controls. Build exceptional relationships with Anglian Water, Alliance partners and the wider supply chain to deliver better outcomes together. Lead the development of resilient, sustainable and high performing supply chain strategies. Champion innovation, digital commercial practices and continuous improvement across the commercial function. Foster an inclusive culture where people can thrive, develop and perform at their best. Ability to mobilise and develop the commercial team, particularly those at the early stages of their careers. Experience: Qualified to degree level in a relevant discipline Significant senior commercial leadership experience delivering major infrastructure programmes valued at hundreds of millions of pounds or more. A proven track record of leading commercial strategy within complex engineering, utilities, infrastructure or construction environments. Extensive experience of NEC contracts and commercial management across large capital programmes. Strong knowledge of procurement, contract administration, commercial governance and risk management. Experience operating within regulated environments and delivering successful commercial outcomes through collaborative delivery models. Outstanding stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at Executive, Board and partner level. Professional membership with a recognised institution such as RICS, CIOB or CICES (or equivalent). Experience of working for a Principal or Main Contractor. Water sector experience is preferred but more important is a proven track record in construction. You need to be driven with the ability to handle pressure. You must be resilient. Package includes: A competitive salary Car/car allowance Bonus 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance, Health Insurance Private medical Insurance And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc. Key Words: Commercial Director Commercial Manager Commercial Management Head of Commercial Commercial Leadership Commercial Strategy Commercial Governance Commercial Performance Risk Management Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveying Project Delivery Construction Main Contractor Principal Contractor Contract Administration Water Industry Water Sector Water Treatment Clean Water Wastewater Waste Water Sewage Utilities Framework Delivery JV Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract NEC3 NEC4 Power Generation Power Sector Power Industry Energy Industry Renewables Energy from Waste Nuclear Infrastructure Rail Transport Highways
07/08/2026
Full time
Position: Commercial Director Location: Peterborough with hybrid working available Salary Guide: (Apply online only)k (Neg DOE), Car/Allowance, Bonus and excellent benefits package Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,400 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting eight long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances. Our client is part of Anglian Water' Alliance. The Alliance is set to deliver a record 2.6 billion of the water company's overall investment in AMP8, with much of this work specifically targeted at protecting and enhancing the East of England's natural environment and providing resilience to climate change. This investment portfolio forms part of Anglian Water's wider, record 9 billion proposed plans for AMP8, which will see a huge programme of much-needed investment between 2025 and 2030. The Role: This is an opportunity to play a leading role in one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes. The spend in the next 3-4 years will total more than 2bn, with a spend this year of 400m and forecasts of 500m and 600m in the following 2 years. You will need to have experience of handling this type of growth and attendant workload. This is a key leadership role, and you will be an integral part of the Management Leadership Team. Responsibilities: Develop and deliver the Alliance's commercial strategy, ensuring commercial performance consistently exceeds expectations. Lead the commercial, estimating and contract management functions, building a high performing, collaborative and values led team. Provide strategic commercial advice to the Executive Leadership Team and Board, supporting key business decisions. Establish robust commercial governance, assurance and reporting frameworks. Lead contract management across complex NEC based programmes, ensuring effective management of risk, change, claims and contractual obligations. Drive commercial performance through effective cost management, forecasting, value engineering and financial controls. Build exceptional relationships with Anglian Water, Alliance partners and the wider supply chain to deliver better outcomes together. Lead the development of resilient, sustainable and high performing supply chain strategies. Champion innovation, digital commercial practices and continuous improvement across the commercial function. Foster an inclusive culture where people can thrive, develop and perform at their best. Ability to mobilise and develop the commercial team, particularly those at the early stages of their careers. Experience: Qualified to degree level in a relevant discipline Significant senior commercial leadership experience delivering major infrastructure programmes valued at hundreds of millions of pounds or more. A proven track record of leading commercial strategy within complex engineering, utilities, infrastructure or construction environments. Extensive experience of NEC contracts and commercial management across large capital programmes. Strong knowledge of procurement, contract administration, commercial governance and risk management. Experience operating within regulated environments and delivering successful commercial outcomes through collaborative delivery models. Outstanding stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at Executive, Board and partner level. Professional membership with a recognised institution such as RICS, CIOB or CICES (or equivalent). Experience of working for a Principal or Main Contractor. Water sector experience is preferred but more important is a proven track record in construction. You need to be driven with the ability to handle pressure. You must be resilient. Package includes: A competitive salary Car/car allowance Bonus 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance, Health Insurance Private medical Insurance And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc. Key Words: Commercial Director Commercial Manager Commercial Management Head of Commercial Commercial Leadership Commercial Strategy Commercial Governance Commercial Performance Risk Management Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveying Project Delivery Construction Main Contractor Principal Contractor Contract Administration Water Industry Water Sector Water Treatment Clean Water Wastewater Waste Water Sewage Utilities Framework Delivery JV Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract NEC3 NEC4 Power Generation Power Sector Power Industry Energy Industry Renewables Energy from Waste Nuclear Infrastructure Rail Transport Highways
