If you are an ambitious Bid Coordinator looking for a new challenge in civil construction and would like to help shape future of STRABAG, then please read the below job description. Excellentorganisational and coordination skills - at least 1-2 years' experiencefrom a similar role. HND/Degree-leveleducation in a relevant discipline, such as marketing, business, graphicdesign, engineering, etc. Goodknowledge of the construction industry (planning, design, contracts,commercial, site operations, etc.) is advantageous. STRABAG - Work On Progress: Becoming Climate Neutral by 2040. You will be an integral part of the Business Developmentand bid team(s) to enable the submission of UK-wide pre-qualifications,tenders, and presentation material to pre-determined deadlines and to aconsistently high standard. You will maintain and develop the standardinformation used for quality bids and company accreditations in the centralknowledge library. You will monitor portals for updates on opportunities andmaintain and update key client/pipeline data via the central company systems. Businessdevelopment coordination - liaise with BD representatives in businessunits to ensure external portals and platforms are regularly monitored andthat any suitable opportunities are recorded on the internal pipelinedatabases (STRAthek, CRM etc), and run regular reports to ensure theinternal data is kept up to date. Liaisewith relevant stakeholders and maintain the standard body of informationto keep company-wide UK accreditations (Constructionline, Achilles andAcclaim) up to date and verified. Contribute to Pre-Qualifications withstandard responses. Workwith bid managers to coordinate the tender process within the biddeliverables plan and ensure compliance. Track activities, with clearmilestones and deadlines. Maintain all submission-related documentation.Carry out document management and file setup duties including managingSharePoint access/permissions. Organise progress meetings for the bidteam, and manage client information and feedback via allocatedportals/inbox, etc. Maintainboth internal and external documentation throughout the bid period,uploading bid queries and distributing bid amendments and query responsesas required. Monitor opportunities portal, make enquiries and circulatedetails as required. Undertakeformatting, proofing, collating and upload of final submission responses. Manageand collate standard submissions information, such as case studies, CVs,and project information, and conduct research from a wide range ofsources. Contribute to updates and continual improvement of the referencelibrary. We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset - the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward - with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040. At STRABAG around 86,000 people working on progress at more than 2,400 locations worldwide. Uniqueness and individual strengths characterise both our projects and each of us as individuals. Whether its building construction, civil engineering, road construction, underground engineering, bridge building, tunnelling, construction material production, project development or building management - we are always one step ahead so that we can become the most innovative and sustainable construction technology company in Europe. Diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities are integral to this, who we are as a company and how we work. Together we work as partners to complete projects successfully and grow with new challenges. Together we achieve great things. Let's progress!
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
If you are an ambitious Bid Coordinator looking for a new challenge in civil construction and would like to help shape future of STRABAG, then please read the below job description. Excellentorganisational and coordination skills - at least 1-2 years' experiencefrom a similar role. HND/Degree-leveleducation in a relevant discipline, such as marketing, business, graphicdesign, engineering, etc. Goodknowledge of the construction industry (planning, design, contracts,commercial, site operations, etc.) is advantageous. STRABAG - Work On Progress: Becoming Climate Neutral by 2040. You will be an integral part of the Business Developmentand bid team(s) to enable the submission of UK-wide pre-qualifications,tenders, and presentation material to pre-determined deadlines and to aconsistently high standard. You will maintain and develop the standardinformation used for quality bids and company accreditations in the centralknowledge library. You will monitor portals for updates on opportunities andmaintain and update key client/pipeline data via the central company systems. Businessdevelopment coordination - liaise with BD representatives in businessunits to ensure external portals and platforms are regularly monitored andthat any suitable opportunities are recorded on the internal pipelinedatabases (STRAthek, CRM etc), and run regular reports to ensure theinternal data is kept up to date. Liaisewith relevant stakeholders and maintain the standard body of informationto keep company-wide UK accreditations (Constructionline, Achilles andAcclaim) up to date and verified. Contribute to Pre-Qualifications withstandard responses. Workwith bid managers to coordinate the tender process within the biddeliverables plan and ensure compliance. Track activities, with clearmilestones and deadlines. Maintain all submission-related documentation.Carry out document management and file setup duties including managingSharePoint access/permissions. Organise progress meetings for the bidteam, and manage client information and feedback via allocatedportals/inbox, etc. Maintainboth internal and external documentation throughout the bid period,uploading bid queries and distributing bid amendments and query responsesas required. Monitor opportunities portal, make enquiries and circulatedetails as required. Undertakeformatting, proofing, collating and upload of final submission responses. Manageand collate standard submissions information, such as case studies, CVs,and project information, and conduct research from a wide range ofsources. Contribute to updates and continual improvement of the referencelibrary. We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset - the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward - with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040. At STRABAG around 86,000 people working on progress at more than 2,400 locations worldwide. Uniqueness and individual strengths characterise both our projects and each of us as individuals. Whether its building construction, civil engineering, road construction, underground engineering, bridge building, tunnelling, construction material production, project development or building management - we are always one step ahead so that we can become the most innovative and sustainable construction technology company in Europe. Diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities are integral to this, who we are as a company and how we work. Together we work as partners to complete projects successfully and grow with new challenges. Together we achieve great things. Let's progress!
Job Title : Project Co-ordinator Salary : £30,000 per annum Location: Glasgow Job Type: Full Time, Permanent HF Group is one of the UK's leading multi-discipline building services contractors, delivering high-quality solutions across Electrical, Mechanical, Fire & Security, Telecommunications, and Automated Controls. With a legacy spanning over 3 centuries and a family culture, we consider all of our employees as part of the family and invaluable assets to our ongoing business. Our head office is in Glasgow with offices in Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen, providing services to clients across both public and private sectors throughout the UK. About the Role: As part of our continued growth and award of new contracts, we are seeking Project Co-ordinators to work within our telecommunications business (Glasgow Office), consideration will also be given to anyone wishing to have a career within the mobile telecommunication's industry (Trainee Project Co-ordinator's). If you are organised, proactive and able to provide excellent customer service, we want to hear from you. The successful candidate's will be responsible for but not limited to: Maintaining and developing existing project trackers, staff scheduling and booking resource allocation. Assisting the Project Manager:- managing and overseeing current key accounts in-line with Company and client procedures; managing the design works and quotations in-line with customer requirements and timescales; managing the implementation of the business health and safety policy in projects; managing the control of hired plant and ensuring it is fit for purpose prior to use and its hire is controlled; managing the logistics of plant, labour and materials for projects; managing the preparation, production and delivery of precise customer required handover documentation in timescales required; Co-ordinating client survey requirements; Co-ordinate sub-contractors where required to ensure that clients demand's are met after gaining authorisation from the Project Manager; Carry out booking of operator outages, permits and any other third-party requirements; Travelling to customer premises or attend site meetings. About you: Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience Required: Knowledge of construction health and safety legislation; Ability to coordinate and organise complicated projects from instruction; Ability to work under pressure from customer delivery expectations; Excellent IT skills and full knowledge of Microsoft office suite; Strong interpersonal skills and numerical skills; Excellent time management and organisational skills; Ability to prioritise workload and work under own initiative; Previous relevant experience preferred but not essential as full training will be given. (trainee position only) In Return We Offer: Competitive Salary Death in Service Scheme Private Medical Care Critical Illness Cover Perk box Subscriptions Hybrid Working (after completion of probation period). Additional Information: Applications close on Friday, 5th December 2025, if you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. HF Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Junior Project Manager, Project Planner, Project Management, Budget Controller, Account Manager, Business Process Project Manager, Building Project Planner, Construction Project Assistant, Construction Administrator may also be considered for this role.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Job Title : Project Co-ordinator Salary : £30,000 per annum Location: Glasgow Job Type: Full Time, Permanent HF Group is one of the UK's leading multi-discipline building services contractors, delivering high-quality solutions across Electrical, Mechanical, Fire & Security, Telecommunications, and Automated Controls. With a legacy spanning over 3 centuries and a family culture, we consider all of our employees as part of the family and invaluable assets to our ongoing business. Our head office is in Glasgow with offices in Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen, providing services to clients across both public and private sectors throughout the UK. About the Role: As part of our continued growth and award of new contracts, we are seeking Project Co-ordinators to work within our telecommunications business (Glasgow Office), consideration will also be given to anyone wishing to have a career within the mobile telecommunication's industry (Trainee Project Co-ordinator's). If you are organised, proactive and able to provide excellent customer service, we want to hear from you. The successful candidate's will be responsible for but not limited to: Maintaining and developing existing project trackers, staff scheduling and booking resource allocation. Assisting the Project Manager:- managing and overseeing current key accounts in-line with Company and client procedures; managing the design works and quotations in-line with customer requirements and timescales; managing the implementation of the business health and safety policy in projects; managing the control of hired plant and ensuring it is fit for purpose prior to use and its hire is controlled; managing the logistics of plant, labour and materials for projects; managing the preparation, production and delivery of precise customer required handover documentation in timescales required; Co-ordinating client survey requirements; Co-ordinate sub-contractors where required to ensure that clients demand's are met after gaining authorisation from the Project Manager; Carry out booking of operator outages, permits and any other third-party requirements; Travelling to customer premises or attend site meetings. About you: Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience Required: Knowledge of construction health and safety legislation; Ability to coordinate and organise complicated projects from instruction; Ability to work under pressure from customer delivery expectations; Excellent IT skills and full knowledge of Microsoft office suite; Strong interpersonal skills and numerical skills; Excellent time management and organisational skills; Ability to prioritise workload and work under own initiative; Previous relevant experience preferred but not essential as full training will be given. (trainee position only) In Return We Offer: Competitive Salary Death in Service Scheme Private Medical Care Critical Illness Cover Perk box Subscriptions Hybrid Working (after completion of probation period). Additional Information: Applications close on Friday, 5th December 2025, if you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. HF Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Junior Project Manager, Project Planner, Project Management, Budget Controller, Account Manager, Business Process Project Manager, Building Project Planner, Construction Project Assistant, Construction Administrator may also be considered for this role.
M&E Coordinator / M&E Manager / Building Services Manager Previous Main Contractor or Sub Contractor or Consultancy experience all considered. Leading Tier 1 Main Contractor - Local Regional Projects + Very Strong Work Pipeline + Excellent Staff Bonus Sector: Building / Construction Role: Open to consider candidates at both M&E Manager level or Senior M&E Manager Level. Due to recent project wins you will work on a projects starting shortly, predominately public sector projects (Schools etc), however previous experience in that sector is not essential. Company: This employer is a very stable company on lots of long term project frameworks and a diverse range of projects including public and private sector, they also already have a 70% plus secure order book for 2026, so a great place for job security and long term local work. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to transfer their M&E experience into a main contractor environment for example from a Sub contractor or Engineering Consultancyoran alreadyexperienced main contractor M&E Coordinator / Manager. Requirements: To be considered for this M&E Coordinator / Manager role you must meet the following criteria: - Knowledge of Building Sector. - Previous employment as a M&E Co-ordinator, Building Services Coordinator, M&E Manager, Building Services Manager or Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Designer, Project Engineer, M&E Supervisor or M&E Project Manager. - Previous experience / knowledge in building sector projects such as Commercial, Leisure, Mixed Use, Residential, Apartment Blocks, Student Accommodation, Hotels, Extra Care Housing, MOJ, Industrial, Education or Healthcare. - Previous Main Contractor employment would be ideal but not essential, Engineering Consultancy and M&E Subcontractor backgrounds also considered. - Good communication skills. - Relevant industry qualification (Degree / HND / HNC etc). Duties: The responsibility of this role is to coordinate and control specialist engineering installations and ensure that the work is completed with accordance with the specification and completed programme. Key Accountabilities: -Adhering to the company H&S policy. -Monitor, co-ordinate and control the flow of M&E design information to ensure the timely release of information for construction activities. -Ensuring the M&E designers identify hazards and assess risks to health and safety when designing the works. -Review M&E design information at tender stage and undertake a full design gap analysis to advise the bidding team of any design shortfalls. -Ensure all required approvals (statutory, regulatory, client and company) are in place as and when required. -Assist in ensuring that the M&E designers produce design development programmes which meet the needs of the contract programme, and review the programmes regularly as required. -Assist, when required, in the selection and appointment of the M&E consultant designers and design and build sub contractors. -Ensure M&E information released for construction has been reviewed by all interface designers and construction team and amended/approved prior to issue for construction and is in line with the specification/ contract. -Ensure M&E designs and details produced are economic and do not exceed budgeted or estimated cost without good reason and are in conformance with the specified or detailed requirements for quality. -Ensure the M&E design is validated on completion of the works. -Keep appropriate cost and installation records including the witnessing of testing and commissioning as required. -Carry out cost checks on M&E design proposals and report serious deviations to senior management immediately. -Ensure risk assessments are carried out and all risks identified. -Assist in the production of O & M manuals on completion of the project. -Ensure that specialist mechanical and electrical sub-contractors work strictly within company Safety Management System and comply fully with all its requirements. -Promote the use of off site manufacturing to ensure programme and quality requirements are achieved using modern methods. -To ensure that production controls are in place for monitoring, reporting, benchmarking works and improving performance. Remuneration: The successful Mechanical & Electrical Manager / Building Services Manager will receive: CompetitiveBasic (Dependent on experience) Car Allowance or Car Pension Bonus (Excellent track record of paying) To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now. Services advertised by Talk Recruitment are that of an employment business and/or agency
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
M&E Coordinator / M&E Manager / Building Services Manager Previous Main Contractor or Sub Contractor or Consultancy experience all considered. Leading Tier 1 Main Contractor - Local Regional Projects + Very Strong Work Pipeline + Excellent Staff Bonus Sector: Building / Construction Role: Open to consider candidates at both M&E Manager level or Senior M&E Manager Level. Due to recent project wins you will work on a projects starting shortly, predominately public sector projects (Schools etc), however previous experience in that sector is not essential. Company: This employer is a very stable company on lots of long term project frameworks and a diverse range of projects including public and private sector, they also already have a 70% plus secure order book for 2026, so a great place for job security and long term local work. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to transfer their M&E experience into a main contractor environment for example from a Sub contractor or Engineering Consultancyoran alreadyexperienced main contractor M&E Coordinator / Manager. Requirements: To be considered for this M&E Coordinator / Manager role you must meet the following criteria: - Knowledge of Building Sector. - Previous employment as a M&E Co-ordinator, Building Services Coordinator, M&E Manager, Building Services Manager or Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Designer, Project Engineer, M&E Supervisor or M&E Project Manager. - Previous experience / knowledge in building sector projects such as Commercial, Leisure, Mixed Use, Residential, Apartment Blocks, Student Accommodation, Hotels, Extra Care Housing, MOJ, Industrial, Education or Healthcare. - Previous Main Contractor employment would be ideal but not essential, Engineering Consultancy and M&E Subcontractor backgrounds also considered. - Good communication skills. - Relevant industry qualification (Degree / HND / HNC etc). Duties: The responsibility of this role is to coordinate and control specialist engineering installations and ensure that the work is completed with accordance with the specification and completed programme. Key Accountabilities: -Adhering to the company H&S policy. -Monitor, co-ordinate and control the flow of M&E design information to ensure the timely release of information for construction activities. -Ensuring the M&E designers identify hazards and assess risks to health and safety when designing the works. -Review M&E design information at tender stage and undertake a full design gap analysis to advise the bidding team of any design shortfalls. -Ensure all required approvals (statutory, regulatory, client and company) are in place as and when required. -Assist in ensuring that the M&E designers produce design development programmes which meet the needs of the contract programme, and review the programmes regularly as required. -Assist, when required, in the selection and appointment of the M&E consultant designers and design and build sub contractors. -Ensure M&E information released for construction has been reviewed by all interface designers and construction team and amended/approved prior to issue for construction and is in line with the specification/ contract. -Ensure M&E designs and details produced are economic and do not exceed budgeted or estimated cost without good reason and are in conformance with the specified or detailed requirements for quality. -Ensure the M&E design is validated on completion of the works. -Keep appropriate cost and installation records including the witnessing of testing and commissioning as required. -Carry out cost checks on M&E design proposals and report serious deviations to senior management immediately. -Ensure risk assessments are carried out and all risks identified. -Assist in the production of O & M manuals on completion of the project. -Ensure that specialist mechanical and electrical sub-contractors work strictly within company Safety Management System and comply fully with all its requirements. -Promote the use of off site manufacturing to ensure programme and quality requirements are achieved using modern methods. -To ensure that production controls are in place for monitoring, reporting, benchmarking works and improving performance. Remuneration: The successful Mechanical & Electrical Manager / Building Services Manager will receive: CompetitiveBasic (Dependent on experience) Car Allowance or Car Pension Bonus (Excellent track record of paying) To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now. Services advertised by Talk Recruitment are that of an employment business and/or agency
MB854: Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Preparing the price estimate for tenders of budget pricing comprising the following aspects: Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liase with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liase with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Agree staffing levels and procedure staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations Lead Use currently weekly staff rated to price staff Agree shift patterns and overtime rates with operations lead for out of normal hours working - note these need to comply with working time directive/ NR Fatigue guidance Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries Coordinate and liase with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of clients requirements included as necessary Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register Final Settlement and submission Procedure top-sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets Present Pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings Prepare adjustments sheets in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the form of tender Liase with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the client Handover (for successful bids) Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager Attend handover meeting with Bid Manager Review (for unsuccessful bids) Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders. Skills and Qualifications: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the companies' governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB854: Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
MB854: Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Preparing the price estimate for tenders of budget pricing comprising the following aspects: Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liase with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liase with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Agree staffing levels and procedure staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations Lead Use currently weekly staff rated to price staff Agree shift patterns and overtime rates with operations lead for out of normal hours working - note these need to comply with working time directive/ NR Fatigue guidance Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries Coordinate and liase with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of clients requirements included as necessary Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register Final Settlement and submission Procedure top-sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets Present Pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings Prepare adjustments sheets in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the form of tender Liase with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the client Handover (for successful bids) Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager Attend handover meeting with Bid Manager Review (for unsuccessful bids) Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders. Skills and Qualifications: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the companies' governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB854: Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions
MB856: Bid Writer Location: London Salary: £42,000 + £5,060 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Bid Writer on a permanent basis due to growth based at their London depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Produce written responses for PQQs and Tenders including; unique responses, references, case studies, CVs (in liaison with Bid Coordinators) and project experience. Support the Head of Submissions and Bid Managers in the production of PQQ and Tender responses, and associated components. Ensure compliance with the Work Winning processes and procedures to manage submissions and bid-related information. Support briefings, kick-off meetings and progress meetings. Ensuring all tender documentation is presented to a uniformly high standard, editing and proofreading submission documents, as well as (when required) coordinating and supporting in the production and finalisation of documents. Facilitate storyboarding sessions with subject matter experts, taking ownership to completion. Prepare graphics such as flow charts, diagrams and organisation charts as required to support high standard submissions. Ongoing support of contributors with content development and responses, by assessing whether the questions are being answered (1st drafts and red review process) in liaison with Bid Coordinators. Provide feedback to the Head of Submissions, Bid Managers and Bid Coordinators of progress with responses. Create the final publication, and with the team, ensure the bid is delivered to the client on time. Maintain Document Management System ensuring a complete record of the submission is maintained for future review or scrutiny. Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant. Work to demanding and changeable deadlines, in a highly pressured environment. Skills and Qualifications: A background or previous experience in journalism, or writing. Degree educated (ideally English Literature) or journalistic / professional writing background. Demonstrable high level of competence in written English. Creative approach to producing submissions for demanding clients Proof reading and formatting experience. Ability to take ownership of a response/s (from concept to completion) and coordinate contributors, specialists and third party information (storyboarding) to produce a high quality (winning) response. The ability to work within Multi-disciplined teams. This requires continual communication with the departments and organisational skills to ensure the level of support provided meets the Bid requirements. Ability to coach subject matter experts in writing best practice. Must be able to demonstrate how you develop relationships at a number of levels in order to work together to achieve both the project and Company s goals. Must have the ability to listen, observe and interpret words, behaviours and actions of others and respond constructively. This requires good communication skills. Demonstrate how you maintain a clear focus and determination to complete the work that has been allocated, liaise with colleagues to meet deadlines and seek ways to help others to maximise their achievement. Able to Multi-task. Ability to work collaboratively, setting and acting upon clear and realistic goals and objectives. Must demonstrate the ability to use own initiative, question assumptions and learn from and share experiences. Must demonstrate how you have sought improvements and alternative ways of doing things to meet tight deadlines or objectives. Able to respond to setbacks positively and learn from them. Evaluate own performance and has an attitude which seeks improvement. MB856: Bid Writer Location: London Salary: £42,000 + £5,060 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
MB856: Bid Writer Location: London Salary: £42,000 + £5,060 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Bid Writer on a permanent basis due to growth based at their London depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Produce written responses for PQQs and Tenders including; unique responses, references, case studies, CVs (in liaison with Bid Coordinators) and project experience. Support the Head of Submissions and Bid Managers in the production of PQQ and Tender responses, and associated components. Ensure compliance with the Work Winning processes and procedures to manage submissions and bid-related information. Support briefings, kick-off meetings and progress meetings. Ensuring all tender documentation is presented to a uniformly high standard, editing and proofreading submission documents, as well as (when required) coordinating and supporting in the production and finalisation of documents. Facilitate storyboarding sessions with subject matter experts, taking ownership to completion. Prepare graphics such as flow charts, diagrams and organisation charts as required to support high standard submissions. Ongoing support of contributors with content development and responses, by assessing whether the questions are being answered (1st drafts and red review process) in liaison with Bid Coordinators. Provide feedback to the Head of Submissions, Bid Managers and Bid Coordinators of progress with responses. Create the final publication, and with the team, ensure the bid is delivered to the client on time. Maintain Document Management System ensuring a complete record of the submission is maintained for future review or scrutiny. Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant. Work to demanding and changeable deadlines, in a highly pressured environment. Skills and Qualifications: A background or previous experience in journalism, or writing. Degree educated (ideally English Literature) or journalistic / professional writing background. Demonstrable high level of competence in written English. Creative approach to producing submissions for demanding clients Proof reading and formatting experience. Ability to take ownership of a response/s (from concept to completion) and coordinate contributors, specialists and third party information (storyboarding) to produce a high quality (winning) response. The ability to work within Multi-disciplined teams. This requires continual communication with the departments and organisational skills to ensure the level of support provided meets the Bid requirements. Ability to coach subject matter experts in writing best practice. Must be able to demonstrate how you develop relationships at a number of levels in order to work together to achieve both the project and Company s goals. Must have the ability to listen, observe and interpret words, behaviours and actions of others and respond constructively. This requires good communication skills. Demonstrate how you maintain a clear focus and determination to complete the work that has been allocated, liaise with colleagues to meet deadlines and seek ways to help others to maximise their achievement. Able to Multi-task. Ability to work collaboratively, setting and acting upon clear and realistic goals and objectives. Must demonstrate the ability to use own initiative, question assumptions and learn from and share experiences. Must demonstrate how you have sought improvements and alternative ways of doing things to meet tight deadlines or objectives. Able to respond to setbacks positively and learn from them. Evaluate own performance and has an attitude which seeks improvement. MB856: Bid Writer Location: London Salary: £42,000 + £5,060 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions
MB855: Senior Estimator Location: London Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 + £6,325 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their London depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Preparing the price estimate for tenders of budget pricing comprising the following aspects: Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liase with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liase with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Agree staffing levels and procedure staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations Lead Use currently weekly staff rated to price staff Agree shift patterns and overtime rates with operations lead for out of normal hours working - note these need to comply with working time directive/ NR Fatigue guidance Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries Coordinate and liase with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of clients requirements included as necessary Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register Final Settlement and submission Procedure top-sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets Present Pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings Prepare adjustments sheets in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the form of tender Liase with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the client Handover (for successful bids) Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager Attend handover meeting with Bid Manager Review (for unsuccessful bids) Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders. Skills and Qualifications: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the companies' governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB855: Senior Estimator Location: London Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 + £6,325 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
MB855: Senior Estimator Location: London Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 + £6,325 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their London depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Preparing the price estimate for tenders of budget pricing comprising the following aspects: Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liase with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liase with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Agree staffing levels and procedure staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations Lead Use currently weekly staff rated to price staff Agree shift patterns and overtime rates with operations lead for out of normal hours working - note these need to comply with working time directive/ NR Fatigue guidance Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries Coordinate and liase with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of clients requirements included as necessary Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register Final Settlement and submission Procedure top-sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets Present Pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings Prepare adjustments sheets in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the form of tender Liase with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the client Handover (for successful bids) Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager Attend handover meeting with Bid Manager Review (for unsuccessful bids) Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders. Skills and Qualifications: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the companies' governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB855: Senior Estimator Location: London Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 + £6,325 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions
Take on a permanent leadership role offering a competitive salary and support toward further qualifications. As a Project Coordinator, you'll be managing high-value, impactful contracts across the Midlands. Based out of the Leicester office, you'll oversee projects across the Midlands, working with a well-established contractor known for its high standards, supportive team culture, and long-term career opportunities. This is the perfect opportunity if you're looking to make use of your operational experience and further your professional development. As an Project Coordinator, you will be: Liaise with clients to understand project objectives and requirements Visualise, create and issue detailed plans and status reports Managing and schedule the teams to ensure completion of jobs/projects within the required timescales Create detailed project schedules, produce status reports and submissions of information for invoice authorisation to customer portals, producing correspondence and log jobs and orders Meeting reporting requirements relating to payroll, attendance, H&S and training Manage suppliers for pricing, raising purchase orders and ensuring deliveries are made to meet internal and project targets Project coordinator qualifications and experience: Understanding of Master Production Schedules, Material Requirements Planning, Bills of Materials and Inventory management techniques Current or previous experience as a Planner, Scheduler or Operations Controller in a similar environment Strong organisational and communication skills (written and verbal) Experience of managing business processes using mainframe systems, ability to adapt and understand various customer systems for information management Experience in construction related industry useful but not essential Project coordinator benefits: Temp to Perm 28 days annual leave including bank holidays Company pension scheme Healthcare benefits Access to an internal academy for further qualifications and progression The role offers a salary of 35,000 to 45,000 Location & travel This role is based in the Leicester area, offering a central location with excellent transport links. Leicester has road links extending in all directions, including major motorways. If this Operations Controller role sounds like a great fit, apply now, or contact Lexie on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for a confidential chat.
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
Take on a permanent leadership role offering a competitive salary and support toward further qualifications. As a Project Coordinator, you'll be managing high-value, impactful contracts across the Midlands. Based out of the Leicester office, you'll oversee projects across the Midlands, working with a well-established contractor known for its high standards, supportive team culture, and long-term career opportunities. This is the perfect opportunity if you're looking to make use of your operational experience and further your professional development. As an Project Coordinator, you will be: Liaise with clients to understand project objectives and requirements Visualise, create and issue detailed plans and status reports Managing and schedule the teams to ensure completion of jobs/projects within the required timescales Create detailed project schedules, produce status reports and submissions of information for invoice authorisation to customer portals, producing correspondence and log jobs and orders Meeting reporting requirements relating to payroll, attendance, H&S and training Manage suppliers for pricing, raising purchase orders and ensuring deliveries are made to meet internal and project targets Project coordinator qualifications and experience: Understanding of Master Production Schedules, Material Requirements Planning, Bills of Materials and Inventory management techniques Current or previous experience as a Planner, Scheduler or Operations Controller in a similar environment Strong organisational and communication skills (written and verbal) Experience of managing business processes using mainframe systems, ability to adapt and understand various customer systems for information management Experience in construction related industry useful but not essential Project coordinator benefits: Temp to Perm 28 days annual leave including bank holidays Company pension scheme Healthcare benefits Access to an internal academy for further qualifications and progression The role offers a salary of 35,000 to 45,000 Location & travel This role is based in the Leicester area, offering a central location with excellent transport links. Leicester has road links extending in all directions, including major motorways. If this Operations Controller role sounds like a great fit, apply now, or contact Lexie on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for a confidential chat.
# Senior Temporary Works Designer Job IntroductionYou will be part of the temporary work design team based in Euston and you will interact with external TW designers from the JV parent companies and through the supply chain.Reporting to the TW Design Manager you will ensure that TW designs are adequate and safely designed for construction, use and dismantling, and that development and delivery of TW designs are in accordance with the SCS Programme Temporary Works Procedure.The Senior TW designer's primary task is the production of TW Design from requirement (design brief) to delivery (construction) communicating via design check certificates, drawings, designers risk assessment's & calculation to the construction team.The role also includes the support, training and mentoring of temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department. Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role. Role Responsibility Ensure the delivery teams are provided with safe, workable temporary works in timely manner to suit programme via in-house design or supplier/subcontract design checks. Ensure SCS JV process for temporary works management is applied fully and efficiently. Develop the in-house TW design team individuals and team capability. Contribute to SCS JV safety targets by pro-active leadership. Develop positive working relationships with internal and external client teams. Carry out TW designs from brief to issue of final drawings. Carry out TW design review and formal design checking (including checks on supply chain proposals). Ensure preparation and review of Design Risk Assessments including the development of appropriate design mitigation and communication with others in the construction process. Ensure provision of technical support to the SCS JV projects. Ensure that TW designs are suitably categorised with respect to checking. With the TW Design Manager ensure the that upcoming TW are identified on the TW register and these are translated to the TW design briefs register for planning and production of TW designs both in-house and externally. Ensure that a design brief has been established with full consultation is adequate and is in accordance with the actual situation on site, and ensuring all construction loads are considered. Liaise with permanent works designers to resolve issues of construction method and buildability as necessary. Advise the permanent works designer of any temporary conditions or loads that should be considered in the permanent works design. Ensure that designs are checked in accordance with their category for concept, structural adequacy and compliance with the brief. Ensuring SHE hazards and risks have been avoided or reduced in the design and/or check of temporary works and that the Delivery Team are aware of the residual risks to be managed. Control risk by identifying issues and providing appropriate responses. Carry out site visits to aid identification of temporary works requirements and preparation of temporary works design briefs. Ensure compliance with current CDM regulations, Temporary Works Best Practice and all applicable technical standards. Contribute to the implement the SCS JV Project Temporary Works Procedure. Drive innovation in temporary works, including investigation, evaluation and integration of best practice and innovations from all SCS JV partners and the supply chain. Lead continuous improvement for the design delivery of temporary works. Deliver value to SCS JV clients. The Ideal Candidate Civil or Structural Engineering Qualification, preferably BEng or higher (MEng, MSc), minimum (essential). Previous experience in Temporary Works design or Civil/Structural design (more than 5 years). Understanding and application of BS5975:2019 (essential). Understanding and application of current Eurocodes (essential). Good knowledge of the CDM Regulations 2015 (essential). Membership of relevant professional body (CEng MICE or CEng IStructE, preferred) CITB Temporary Works Coordinator Course (preferred). Completed SMSTS (preferred). Previous experience in delivering TW for Network Rail and London Underground (preferred). About the CompanyThe role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK's new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK's 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed servicesThe Skanska Costain STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.You'll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join one of our networks for women, military or LGBT+ staff, and participate in cultural and social events with the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.HS2 - working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications, to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this, and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we are able to monitor and improve our approach to diversity. Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 1998) and will be reported to HS2.It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House, and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use", OHSAS 18001:2017 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture 's operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.SCS Railways is a Disability Confident Leader. We want to encourage disabled people to apply for our roles and have an opportunity to display your skills, talent, and abilities. We will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. Please see the disability confident commitments: To be considered for an interview under this scheme you have: A physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term effect (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities Demonstrated in your application and pre-interview stage that you meet the minimum job criteria and person specification for the role SCS Railways OpenStreetMap contributorsDirections
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
# Senior Temporary Works Designer Job IntroductionYou will be part of the temporary work design team based in Euston and you will interact with external TW designers from the JV parent companies and through the supply chain.Reporting to the TW Design Manager you will ensure that TW designs are adequate and safely designed for construction, use and dismantling, and that development and delivery of TW designs are in accordance with the SCS Programme Temporary Works Procedure.The Senior TW designer's primary task is the production of TW Design from requirement (design brief) to delivery (construction) communicating via design check certificates, drawings, designers risk assessment's & calculation to the construction team.The role also includes the support, training and mentoring of temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department. Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role. Role Responsibility Ensure the delivery teams are provided with safe, workable temporary works in timely manner to suit programme via in-house design or supplier/subcontract design checks. Ensure SCS JV process for temporary works management is applied fully and efficiently. Develop the in-house TW design team individuals and team capability. Contribute to SCS JV safety targets by pro-active leadership. Develop positive working relationships with internal and external client teams. Carry out TW designs from brief to issue of final drawings. Carry out TW design review and formal design checking (including checks on supply chain proposals). Ensure preparation and review of Design Risk Assessments including the development of appropriate design mitigation and communication with others in the construction process. Ensure provision of technical support to the SCS JV projects. Ensure that TW designs are suitably categorised with respect to checking. With the TW Design Manager ensure the that upcoming TW are identified on the TW register and these are translated to the TW design briefs register for planning and production of TW designs both in-house and externally. Ensure that a design brief has been established with full consultation is adequate and is in accordance with the actual situation on site, and ensuring all construction loads are considered. Liaise with permanent works designers to resolve issues of construction method and buildability as necessary. Advise the permanent works designer of any temporary conditions or loads that should be considered in the permanent works design. Ensure that designs are checked in accordance with their category for concept, structural adequacy and compliance with the brief. Ensuring SHE hazards and risks have been avoided or reduced in the design and/or check of temporary works and that the Delivery Team are aware of the residual risks to be managed. Control risk by identifying issues and providing appropriate responses. Carry out site visits to aid identification of temporary works requirements and preparation of temporary works design briefs. Ensure compliance with current CDM regulations, Temporary Works Best Practice and all applicable technical standards. Contribute to the implement the SCS JV Project Temporary Works Procedure. Drive innovation in temporary works, including investigation, evaluation and integration of best practice and innovations from all SCS JV partners and the supply chain. Lead continuous improvement for the design delivery of temporary works. Deliver value to SCS JV clients. The Ideal Candidate Civil or Structural Engineering Qualification, preferably BEng or higher (MEng, MSc), minimum (essential). Previous experience in Temporary Works design or Civil/Structural design (more than 5 years). Understanding and application of BS5975:2019 (essential). Understanding and application of current Eurocodes (essential). Good knowledge of the CDM Regulations 2015 (essential). Membership of relevant professional body (CEng MICE or CEng IStructE, preferred) CITB Temporary Works Coordinator Course (preferred). Completed SMSTS (preferred). Previous experience in delivering TW for Network Rail and London Underground (preferred). About the CompanyThe role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK's new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK's 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed servicesThe Skanska Costain STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.You'll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join one of our networks for women, military or LGBT+ staff, and participate in cultural and social events with the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.HS2 - working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications, to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this, and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we are able to monitor and improve our approach to diversity. Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 1998) and will be reported to HS2.It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House, and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use", OHSAS 18001:2017 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture 's operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.SCS Railways is a Disability Confident Leader. We want to encourage disabled people to apply for our roles and have an opportunity to display your skills, talent, and abilities. We will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. Please see the disability confident commitments: To be considered for an interview under this scheme you have: A physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term effect (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities Demonstrated in your application and pre-interview stage that you meet the minimum job criteria and person specification for the role SCS Railways OpenStreetMap contributorsDirections
We are currently seeking a proactive and forward-thinking Design Manager to join our Construction Unit based in Bromley, Kent. Reporting to the Head of Technical, the Design Manager will play a pivotal role in planning, reviewing, co-ordinating and managing all design activities to ensure successful project delivery from tender through to handover. You ll be responsible for technical compliance across multiple projects typically residential developments of units and for driving efficiency, buildability and value through the design process. This role also requires leadership in closing out legacy and recovery schemes, making it ideal for an experienced professional who takes ownership and delivers results in technically challenging environments. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Design Manager with a contractor background particularly in RC frame and housing projects to join a growing, collaborative, and quality-driven team. Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Management Lead and mentor the Assistant Design Co-ordinator, ensuring performance in line with internal processes and KPIs. Take ownership of the design process across assigned projects, providing clear direction and proactive leadership. Design Coordination & Compliance Plan, review, and manage all design outputs from consultants, subcontractors and internal teams to meet project objectives. Ensure full technical compliance with Building Regulations, NHBC standards, planning conditions and statutory approvals. Manage design approvals, respond to site queries, and oversee RFIs and TQs. Pre-Construction & Delivery Lead the preparation of project specifications, design programmes, and Contractor s Proposals at the outset of each project. Oversee the production and coordination of design information in line with the master construction programme. Work closely with Commercial and Operations teams to deliver cost-effective, buildable solutions. Legacy Scheme Management Take a leading role in closing out legacy and recovery schemes, resolving outstanding site queries, O&M documentation, fire safety and compliance issues. Ensure timely handover by assembling all statutory approvals and project documentation (BCO, NHBC, Planning, etc.). Consultant & Client Liaison Appoint and manage multi-disciplinary design consultants in accordance with a robust responsibility matrix. Validate consultant deliverables and fee claims, ensuring alignment with scope. Prepare and present monthly client design reports, managing the sign-off process for specifications and samples. Value, Risk & Quality Drive value engineering throughout the design process, achieving efficient, compliant and cost-effective design solutions. Identify and manage design and compliance risks through a maintained technical risk register. Ensure high standards of design quality, safety and buildability at every stage. Health & Safety / CDM Liaise with the Principal Designer to ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and contribute to the preparation of the Health and Safety File. Person SpecificationKnowledge & Experience Minimum 7 years post-qualification experience, including at least 3 years with a residential contractor. Proven experience leading the full design cycle on at least three residential apartment schemes (4 10 storeys, units). Strong background in RC frame construction and façade systems. Experience managing legacy or recovery schemes, with an ability to resolve complex technical and compliance issues. Excellent understanding of Building Regulations, NHBC standards, and design management best practice. Experience with buildings over 18m in height and post-Grenfell fire safety considerations is advantageous. Skills & Qualities Proactive and self-motivated, with a forward-thinking approach. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Strong organisational and planning skills, with meticulous attention to detail. Clear and confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with clients, consultants, and statutory authorities. Collaborative team player with a positive, solution-focused attitude. Committed to continuous improvement and professional integrity. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to lead a variety of housing and RC frame projects. Supportive, family-owned company culture that values collaboration and growth. Career progression opportunities within a forward-thinking construction business.
Dec 01, 2025
Full time
We are currently seeking a proactive and forward-thinking Design Manager to join our Construction Unit based in Bromley, Kent. Reporting to the Head of Technical, the Design Manager will play a pivotal role in planning, reviewing, co-ordinating and managing all design activities to ensure successful project delivery from tender through to handover. You ll be responsible for technical compliance across multiple projects typically residential developments of units and for driving efficiency, buildability and value through the design process. This role also requires leadership in closing out legacy and recovery schemes, making it ideal for an experienced professional who takes ownership and delivers results in technically challenging environments. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Design Manager with a contractor background particularly in RC frame and housing projects to join a growing, collaborative, and quality-driven team. Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Management Lead and mentor the Assistant Design Co-ordinator, ensuring performance in line with internal processes and KPIs. Take ownership of the design process across assigned projects, providing clear direction and proactive leadership. Design Coordination & Compliance Plan, review, and manage all design outputs from consultants, subcontractors and internal teams to meet project objectives. Ensure full technical compliance with Building Regulations, NHBC standards, planning conditions and statutory approvals. Manage design approvals, respond to site queries, and oversee RFIs and TQs. Pre-Construction & Delivery Lead the preparation of project specifications, design programmes, and Contractor s Proposals at the outset of each project. Oversee the production and coordination of design information in line with the master construction programme. Work closely with Commercial and Operations teams to deliver cost-effective, buildable solutions. Legacy Scheme Management Take a leading role in closing out legacy and recovery schemes, resolving outstanding site queries, O&M documentation, fire safety and compliance issues. Ensure timely handover by assembling all statutory approvals and project documentation (BCO, NHBC, Planning, etc.). Consultant & Client Liaison Appoint and manage multi-disciplinary design consultants in accordance with a robust responsibility matrix. Validate consultant deliverables and fee claims, ensuring alignment with scope. Prepare and present monthly client design reports, managing the sign-off process for specifications and samples. Value, Risk & Quality Drive value engineering throughout the design process, achieving efficient, compliant and cost-effective design solutions. Identify and manage design and compliance risks through a maintained technical risk register. Ensure high standards of design quality, safety and buildability at every stage. Health & Safety / CDM Liaise with the Principal Designer to ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and contribute to the preparation of the Health and Safety File. Person SpecificationKnowledge & Experience Minimum 7 years post-qualification experience, including at least 3 years with a residential contractor. Proven experience leading the full design cycle on at least three residential apartment schemes (4 10 storeys, units). Strong background in RC frame construction and façade systems. Experience managing legacy or recovery schemes, with an ability to resolve complex technical and compliance issues. Excellent understanding of Building Regulations, NHBC standards, and design management best practice. Experience with buildings over 18m in height and post-Grenfell fire safety considerations is advantageous. Skills & Qualities Proactive and self-motivated, with a forward-thinking approach. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Strong organisational and planning skills, with meticulous attention to detail. Clear and confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with clients, consultants, and statutory authorities. Collaborative team player with a positive, solution-focused attitude. Committed to continuous improvement and professional integrity. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to lead a variety of housing and RC frame projects. Supportive, family-owned company culture that values collaboration and growth. Career progression opportunities within a forward-thinking construction business.
Guildmore Midlands & North is seeking a Project Manager with cladding remediation experience to oversee construction projects from start to finish. The successful candidate will coordinate with stakeholders, manage resources, and ensure timely delivery within budget and to the highest quality standards. You will lead all project disciplines design, commercial, and production while maintaining full compliance with health and safety regulations and Guildmore s quality standards. Key ResponsibilitiesProject Leadership & Team Management Lead by example, promoting a motivated and collaborative team culture. Drive subcontractors to meet project programmes and maintain high-quality standards. Champion continuous improvement and foster a passion for success within the team. Ensure staff are well-trained and equipped to perform their roles effectively. Health & Safety Comply with Guildmore s Health & Safety policies and procedures. Set and enforce high safety and environmental standards on all sites. Compile project-specific health, safety, and environmental plans. Conduct weekly safety inspections, site inductions, toolbox talks, and pre-start briefings. Perform the role of Temporary Works Coordinator.Promote a strong safety culture across all projects. Customer Relationship Management Establish and agree project objectives with key stakeholders. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and the supply chain. Manage client expectations transparently and provide realistic delivery timelines. Produce monthly client progress reports and address any delays or disruptions promptly. Contract & Employer s Requirements Fully understand contractor proposals and employer s requirements. Ensure all contract obligations are communicated and implemented by the project team and subcontractors. Develop project insights ahead of customer and supply chain expectations. Programme Delivery Develop strategies to mitigate project risks and ensure timely delivery. Produce weekly Project Manager reports highlighting key risks, actions, and progress. Collaborate with Operations Manager to establish and maintain target programmes. Chair subcontractor coordination meetings and track progress regularly. Maintain detailed and accurate site diaries. Procurement & Supply Chain Management Understand the procurement schedule and participate in subcontractor selection and order meetings. Ensure orders are comprehensive and placed with suitable subcontractors on a best-value basis. Drive effective resource allocation to meet programme demands. Foster strong relationships with subcontractors to ensure high-quality delivery. Design Coordination Manage design production to meet project requirements. Raise technical queries and attend design review meetings. Review design information for buildability and compliance; identify variations early. Explore value engineering opportunities. Quality Control Implement Guildmore s quality management system throughout the project lifecycle. Ensure adherence to the Quality Plan and Inspection & Test Plan. Manage QA records and respond promptly to issues raised by Building Control or warranty providers. Ensure samples and benchmarks meet client expectations. Commercial Control & Risk Management Maintain and update the project risk register. Collaborate with QS and Operations Manager to meet financial targets. Identify and pursue opportunities for cost savings and profit enhancement. Review subcontractor applications and variation accounts before approval. Monitor and control project preliminaries and expenditure. Personal SpecificationKnowledge & Experience Degree-qualified in a construction-related discipline (preferred). Minimum 10 years post-graduation experience in construction project management. SMSTS and First Aid qualifications required. Strong knowledge of high-rise RC frames and residential construction projects. Commercially and contractually aware with a solid understanding of construction processes. Qualities & Attitude Strong leadership and team-building skills. Excellent organisational, communication, and multitasking abilities. Proactive problem solver with good decision-making capabilities. Ability to foster positive client relationships and manage stakeholder expectations. Collaborative mindset with a willingness to support colleagues. Accountability and ownership of actions, embracing a culture of lessons learned . What We Offer Full training and ongoing professional support. Opportunities for skill development in systems management, compliance, and business operations. Friendly, supportive work environment. Clear career progression within the company.
Dec 01, 2025
Full time
Guildmore Midlands & North is seeking a Project Manager with cladding remediation experience to oversee construction projects from start to finish. The successful candidate will coordinate with stakeholders, manage resources, and ensure timely delivery within budget and to the highest quality standards. You will lead all project disciplines design, commercial, and production while maintaining full compliance with health and safety regulations and Guildmore s quality standards. Key ResponsibilitiesProject Leadership & Team Management Lead by example, promoting a motivated and collaborative team culture. Drive subcontractors to meet project programmes and maintain high-quality standards. Champion continuous improvement and foster a passion for success within the team. Ensure staff are well-trained and equipped to perform their roles effectively. Health & Safety Comply with Guildmore s Health & Safety policies and procedures. Set and enforce high safety and environmental standards on all sites. Compile project-specific health, safety, and environmental plans. Conduct weekly safety inspections, site inductions, toolbox talks, and pre-start briefings. Perform the role of Temporary Works Coordinator.Promote a strong safety culture across all projects. Customer Relationship Management Establish and agree project objectives with key stakeholders. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and the supply chain. Manage client expectations transparently and provide realistic delivery timelines. Produce monthly client progress reports and address any delays or disruptions promptly. Contract & Employer s Requirements Fully understand contractor proposals and employer s requirements. Ensure all contract obligations are communicated and implemented by the project team and subcontractors. Develop project insights ahead of customer and supply chain expectations. Programme Delivery Develop strategies to mitigate project risks and ensure timely delivery. Produce weekly Project Manager reports highlighting key risks, actions, and progress. Collaborate with Operations Manager to establish and maintain target programmes. Chair subcontractor coordination meetings and track progress regularly. Maintain detailed and accurate site diaries. Procurement & Supply Chain Management Understand the procurement schedule and participate in subcontractor selection and order meetings. Ensure orders are comprehensive and placed with suitable subcontractors on a best-value basis. Drive effective resource allocation to meet programme demands. Foster strong relationships with subcontractors to ensure high-quality delivery. Design Coordination Manage design production to meet project requirements. Raise technical queries and attend design review meetings. Review design information for buildability and compliance; identify variations early. Explore value engineering opportunities. Quality Control Implement Guildmore s quality management system throughout the project lifecycle. Ensure adherence to the Quality Plan and Inspection & Test Plan. Manage QA records and respond promptly to issues raised by Building Control or warranty providers. Ensure samples and benchmarks meet client expectations. Commercial Control & Risk Management Maintain and update the project risk register. Collaborate with QS and Operations Manager to meet financial targets. Identify and pursue opportunities for cost savings and profit enhancement. Review subcontractor applications and variation accounts before approval. Monitor and control project preliminaries and expenditure. Personal SpecificationKnowledge & Experience Degree-qualified in a construction-related discipline (preferred). Minimum 10 years post-graduation experience in construction project management. SMSTS and First Aid qualifications required. Strong knowledge of high-rise RC frames and residential construction projects. Commercially and contractually aware with a solid understanding of construction processes. Qualities & Attitude Strong leadership and team-building skills. Excellent organisational, communication, and multitasking abilities. Proactive problem solver with good decision-making capabilities. Ability to foster positive client relationships and manage stakeholder expectations. Collaborative mindset with a willingness to support colleagues. Accountability and ownership of actions, embracing a culture of lessons learned . What We Offer Full training and ongoing professional support. Opportunities for skill development in systems management, compliance, and business operations. Friendly, supportive work environment. Clear career progression within the company.
Design Manager - Build / Construction Salary: £60 - £80k + Pkg Location: Birmingham Regions: Birmingham, East Midlands, Midlands We are currently recruiting a Design Manager to join a major contractor's UK North Construction Business, reporting into the project team. You will fully understand and manage the design requirements of the tender/project and provide assistance and guidance to design co-ordinators where and as appropriate. Responsibilities: Manage design consultants and sub consultants along with design sub-contractors to ensure correct and timely delivery of all design related information for the execution of the works on site Manage design co-ordinators and act as mentor to them for the projects they are involved in Input into the Employers Requirement/Contractor Proposal Compatibility Manage and assist the Design Co-ordinator during the construction phase Chair and minute Design meetings and ensure production of information in line with the design Experience: Understand the different Client procurement routes Experience of working at pre-construction stage Understanding of D&B contracts Commercial awareness Be able to use Microsoft Word / Excel / PowerPoint Be able to use View Point for Projects (4Projects) Qualifications: Degree in construction related discipline Minimum six years' construction industry experience Please note that to apply, you should contact the recruiter directly. Equal opportunities employer.
Dec 01, 2025
Full time
Design Manager - Build / Construction Salary: £60 - £80k + Pkg Location: Birmingham Regions: Birmingham, East Midlands, Midlands We are currently recruiting a Design Manager to join a major contractor's UK North Construction Business, reporting into the project team. You will fully understand and manage the design requirements of the tender/project and provide assistance and guidance to design co-ordinators where and as appropriate. Responsibilities: Manage design consultants and sub consultants along with design sub-contractors to ensure correct and timely delivery of all design related information for the execution of the works on site Manage design co-ordinators and act as mentor to them for the projects they are involved in Input into the Employers Requirement/Contractor Proposal Compatibility Manage and assist the Design Co-ordinator during the construction phase Chair and minute Design meetings and ensure production of information in line with the design Experience: Understand the different Client procurement routes Experience of working at pre-construction stage Understanding of D&B contracts Commercial awareness Be able to use Microsoft Word / Excel / PowerPoint Be able to use View Point for Projects (4Projects) Qualifications: Degree in construction related discipline Minimum six years' construction industry experience Please note that to apply, you should contact the recruiter directly. Equal opportunities employer.
Overview M&E Coordinator / M&E Manager / Building Services Manager Previous Main Contractor or Sub Contractor or Consultancy experience all considered. Leading Tier 1 Main Contractor - Local Regional Projects + Very Strong Work Pipeline + Excellent Staff Bonus Sector: Building / Construction Role: Open to consider candidates at both M&E Manager level or Senior M&E Manager Level. Due to recent project wins you will work on projects starting shortly, predominately public sector projects (Schools etc), however previous experience in that sector is not essential. This employer is a very stable company on lots of long term project frameworks and a diverse range of projects including public and private sector. They also already have a 70% plus secure order book for 2026, so a great place for job security and long term local work. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to transfer their M&E experience into a main contractor environment, for example from a Sub contractor or Engineering Consultancy, or an already experienced main contractor M&E Coordinator / Manager. Responsibilities Coordinate and control specialist engineering installations and ensure work is completed to the specification and programme. Adhere to the company Health & Safety policy and monitor, co-ordinate and control the flow of M&E design information for timely construction activity. Ensure M&E designers identify hazards and assess risks to health and safety in the design. Review M&E design information at tender stage and perform a design gap analysis to advise the bidding team of any shortfalls. Ensure required approvals (statutory, regulatory, client, and company) are in place when required. Assist in ensuring M&E designers produce design development programmes that meet the contract programme and review them regularly. Assist in the selection and appointment of M&E consultant designers and design-and-build subcontractors when required. Ensure M&E information released for construction has been reviewed by interface designers and construction team and is approved prior to issue for construction, in line with the specification/contract. Ensure M&E designs and details are economic, within budget, and meet quality requirements. Validate M&E design on completion of the works and maintain cost and installation records, including witnessing testing and commissioning as required. Carry out cost checks on M&E design proposals and report deviations to senior management immediately. Ensure risk assessments are carried out and risks identified. Assist in producing O & M manuals upon project completion. Ensure subcontractors comply with the company Safety Management System and promote off-site manufacturing to meet programme and quality targets. Ensure production controls for monitoring, reporting, benchmarking works and improving performance. Qualifications Knowledge of the Building Sector. Previous employment as an M&E Co-ordinator, Building Services Coordinator, M&E Manager, Building Services Manager or related roles (e.g., Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Designer, Project Engineer, M&E Supervisor, or M&E Project Manager). Experience with building sector projects such as Commercial, Leisure, Mixed Use, Residential, Student Accommodation, Hotels, Healthcare, Education, Industrial, etc. Previous Main Contractor experience preferred but not essential; Engineering Consultancy or M&E Subcontractor backgrounds considered. Good communication skills and a relevant industry qualification (Degree / HND / HNC, etc.). Remuneration Competitive Basic (Dependent on experience) Car Allowance or Car Pension Bonus (Excellent track record of paying) Additional To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now. Services advertised by Talk Recruitment are those of an employment business and/or agency.
Dec 01, 2025
Full time
Overview M&E Coordinator / M&E Manager / Building Services Manager Previous Main Contractor or Sub Contractor or Consultancy experience all considered. Leading Tier 1 Main Contractor - Local Regional Projects + Very Strong Work Pipeline + Excellent Staff Bonus Sector: Building / Construction Role: Open to consider candidates at both M&E Manager level or Senior M&E Manager Level. Due to recent project wins you will work on projects starting shortly, predominately public sector projects (Schools etc), however previous experience in that sector is not essential. This employer is a very stable company on lots of long term project frameworks and a diverse range of projects including public and private sector. They also already have a 70% plus secure order book for 2026, so a great place for job security and long term local work. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to transfer their M&E experience into a main contractor environment, for example from a Sub contractor or Engineering Consultancy, or an already experienced main contractor M&E Coordinator / Manager. Responsibilities Coordinate and control specialist engineering installations and ensure work is completed to the specification and programme. Adhere to the company Health & Safety policy and monitor, co-ordinate and control the flow of M&E design information for timely construction activity. Ensure M&E designers identify hazards and assess risks to health and safety in the design. Review M&E design information at tender stage and perform a design gap analysis to advise the bidding team of any shortfalls. Ensure required approvals (statutory, regulatory, client, and company) are in place when required. Assist in ensuring M&E designers produce design development programmes that meet the contract programme and review them regularly. Assist in the selection and appointment of M&E consultant designers and design-and-build subcontractors when required. Ensure M&E information released for construction has been reviewed by interface designers and construction team and is approved prior to issue for construction, in line with the specification/contract. Ensure M&E designs and details are economic, within budget, and meet quality requirements. Validate M&E design on completion of the works and maintain cost and installation records, including witnessing testing and commissioning as required. Carry out cost checks on M&E design proposals and report deviations to senior management immediately. Ensure risk assessments are carried out and risks identified. Assist in producing O & M manuals upon project completion. Ensure subcontractors comply with the company Safety Management System and promote off-site manufacturing to meet programme and quality targets. Ensure production controls for monitoring, reporting, benchmarking works and improving performance. Qualifications Knowledge of the Building Sector. Previous employment as an M&E Co-ordinator, Building Services Coordinator, M&E Manager, Building Services Manager or related roles (e.g., Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Designer, Project Engineer, M&E Supervisor, or M&E Project Manager). Experience with building sector projects such as Commercial, Leisure, Mixed Use, Residential, Student Accommodation, Hotels, Healthcare, Education, Industrial, etc. Previous Main Contractor experience preferred but not essential; Engineering Consultancy or M&E Subcontractor backgrounds considered. Good communication skills and a relevant industry qualification (Degree / HND / HNC, etc.). Remuneration Competitive Basic (Dependent on experience) Car Allowance or Car Pension Bonus (Excellent track record of paying) Additional To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now. Services advertised by Talk Recruitment are those of an employment business and/or agency.
Executive Consultant, Project Planning and Construction Salary - Up to £115k plus package / bonus Location Gloucestershire About Our Client Our client builds enduring partnerships, bringing together the right expertise, capabilities, and resources to deliver some of the most complex projects in the industry. With decades of experience, they understand that successful delivery of multi year, complex projects relies on strong collaboration and close working relationships throughout the supply chain. That is why they share risk, invest in people, and prioritise relationships at every level. Our client takes a proactive approach-anticipating challenges before they arise. Drawing on highly experienced, multi disciplinary teams, they bring fresh perspectives, tailoring their approach to meet the specific demands of each project, simplifying complexity, and minimising risk. What We Are Recruiting For We are seeking a Senior Planning Manager to join our client's Regions and Public Sector Construction business unit. This position will be based on site in Gloucestershire, with regular visits to the Birmingham regional office. The role covers projects and bids across both the private and public sectors, with values ranging from £20m to £300m+. The successful applicant will have an in depth knowledge of the NEC form of contract and be able to demonstrate practical application of contractual processes and requirements related to programme, time, and compensation events. Please note this role is subject to the necessary security clearances. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop, in conjunction with the Project Team, the project planning, programme, and delivery strategy for both bids and projects. Shape the preconstruction and construction methodology to enable the most efficient and effective delivery of the project. Lead and produce the project plan, programme, and Planning Report for large or complex projects in accordance with company procedures. Provide experience based solutions and innovative approaches for successful project delivery. Report on project progress at regular intervals against contract and delivery programmes. Prepare reports and documentation to support the role of "project conscience", keeping the Senior Leadership Team and Business Unit informed on programme related matters. Use data analysis and lessons learned to anticipate potential delays, propose mitigation strategies, and advise the team accordingly. Support the creation and updating of medium and short term programmes. Produce and maintain project control data, including regular status updates and weekly dashboards. Chair weekly planning meetings to coordinate project progress, update records, and manage key milestones. Review change proposals and assess time impacts of delays and compensation events. Record as built data and production rates for future benchmarking. Support and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in Planning Procedures and Processes. Coordinate the 4D BIM model in collaboration with the BIM Coordinator. Facilitate project team understanding and ownership of the programme. Mentor and support junior planning staff, promoting skill development and knowledge sharing across the team. Experience & Background Proven practical experience working with the NEC form of contract. Skilled in using data tools for programme analysis and reporting. Expert understanding of construction methodology, building technology, pre construction processes, and procurement methods. Strong grasp of key construction contracts and commercial terms. Excellent communication and presentation skills, adaptable to different audiences. High proficiency in producing clear reports and visual planning diagrams. Working knowledge of Primavera P6 and strong understanding of CPA planning techniques. Advanced use of Excel (formulas, pivot tables, etc.).
Dec 01, 2025
Full time
Executive Consultant, Project Planning and Construction Salary - Up to £115k plus package / bonus Location Gloucestershire About Our Client Our client builds enduring partnerships, bringing together the right expertise, capabilities, and resources to deliver some of the most complex projects in the industry. With decades of experience, they understand that successful delivery of multi year, complex projects relies on strong collaboration and close working relationships throughout the supply chain. That is why they share risk, invest in people, and prioritise relationships at every level. Our client takes a proactive approach-anticipating challenges before they arise. Drawing on highly experienced, multi disciplinary teams, they bring fresh perspectives, tailoring their approach to meet the specific demands of each project, simplifying complexity, and minimising risk. What We Are Recruiting For We are seeking a Senior Planning Manager to join our client's Regions and Public Sector Construction business unit. This position will be based on site in Gloucestershire, with regular visits to the Birmingham regional office. The role covers projects and bids across both the private and public sectors, with values ranging from £20m to £300m+. The successful applicant will have an in depth knowledge of the NEC form of contract and be able to demonstrate practical application of contractual processes and requirements related to programme, time, and compensation events. Please note this role is subject to the necessary security clearances. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop, in conjunction with the Project Team, the project planning, programme, and delivery strategy for both bids and projects. Shape the preconstruction and construction methodology to enable the most efficient and effective delivery of the project. Lead and produce the project plan, programme, and Planning Report for large or complex projects in accordance with company procedures. Provide experience based solutions and innovative approaches for successful project delivery. Report on project progress at regular intervals against contract and delivery programmes. Prepare reports and documentation to support the role of "project conscience", keeping the Senior Leadership Team and Business Unit informed on programme related matters. Use data analysis and lessons learned to anticipate potential delays, propose mitigation strategies, and advise the team accordingly. Support the creation and updating of medium and short term programmes. Produce and maintain project control data, including regular status updates and weekly dashboards. Chair weekly planning meetings to coordinate project progress, update records, and manage key milestones. Review change proposals and assess time impacts of delays and compensation events. Record as built data and production rates for future benchmarking. Support and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in Planning Procedures and Processes. Coordinate the 4D BIM model in collaboration with the BIM Coordinator. Facilitate project team understanding and ownership of the programme. Mentor and support junior planning staff, promoting skill development and knowledge sharing across the team. Experience & Background Proven practical experience working with the NEC form of contract. Skilled in using data tools for programme analysis and reporting. Expert understanding of construction methodology, building technology, pre construction processes, and procurement methods. Strong grasp of key construction contracts and commercial terms. Excellent communication and presentation skills, adaptable to different audiences. High proficiency in producing clear reports and visual planning diagrams. Working knowledge of Primavera P6 and strong understanding of CPA planning techniques. Advanced use of Excel (formulas, pivot tables, etc.).
Technical Coordinator page is loaded Technical Coordinatorlocations: Brentwoodtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR100848It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Crest Nicholson's Eastern division are now looking for a Technical Coordinator to join the Technical team, based in Brentwood, Essex. This role will be focusing on legacy works in the division. Key elements of the role to include: Support the Technical Management team with technical appraisals, where abnormal costings of potential development land are provided within required timescales. Provide cost effective options in physically developing the land where recommended. By ensuring, where requested, that the site can be properly serviced and constructed upon. Support strategic land acquisitions and planning appeals including strategic technical studies, negotiating with statutory Authorities, instructing Consultants and obtaining/vetting their reports. Liaise with statutory authorities with documentation and drawings relevant to the contracts and sites Prepare detailed Design programmes, including the management of the production information to ensure the company meets its business objectives Assist with Technical and Services budgets Feedback all technical design matters encountered during construction to the Technical Managers. Undertaking adequate CPD to maintain Professional Status where appropriate and to be aware of industry changes and developments. Experience and Qualifications: Engineering Technical experience, either from an Architectural Consultancy or Developer background Previous experience within the House Building or Construction sector Degree educated in relevant disciplines, such as Architecture, Design, Planning, Civil Engineering or the Built Environment Excellent attention to detail Experience in dealing with highly complex technical drawings and plans Able to build and maintain relationships with both internal and external partners Building Regulations and NHBC standards knowledge Strong IT skills The Company Crest Nicholson is a leading developer of quality homes and thriving, sustainable communities.We create great places for our customers to live, selecting desirable locations for our developments and taking a holistic approach to the design of our homes and their surroundings. Attractive placemaking helps us deliver appealing and well-connected communities where people and nature can thrive. As an employer of choice, we offer an extensive range of benefits, to include: Competitive Salary Company Bonus Scheme Car Allowance Private pension Private healthcare and cash plan options 25 days' annual leave Cycle to work scheme Share save scheme Gym membership discountsWe are an inclusive employer; the Company will consider flexible working requests for all roles.We seek to be an ethical and progressive employer which encourages a culture of openness, creativity and continuous professional development and which rewards the effectiveness and loyalty of our employees as an equal opportunities employer. If you are applying to work at Crest Nicholson, we will ask you to supply us with sufficient personal information to help us process your application. To learn more about what personal information we will need to process and why, please refer to our recruitment privacy notice which can be found on the Crest Nicholson website under 'Recruitment Privacy Policy'. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Dec 01, 2025
Full time
Technical Coordinator page is loaded Technical Coordinatorlocations: Brentwoodtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR100848It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Crest Nicholson's Eastern division are now looking for a Technical Coordinator to join the Technical team, based in Brentwood, Essex. This role will be focusing on legacy works in the division. Key elements of the role to include: Support the Technical Management team with technical appraisals, where abnormal costings of potential development land are provided within required timescales. Provide cost effective options in physically developing the land where recommended. By ensuring, where requested, that the site can be properly serviced and constructed upon. Support strategic land acquisitions and planning appeals including strategic technical studies, negotiating with statutory Authorities, instructing Consultants and obtaining/vetting their reports. Liaise with statutory authorities with documentation and drawings relevant to the contracts and sites Prepare detailed Design programmes, including the management of the production information to ensure the company meets its business objectives Assist with Technical and Services budgets Feedback all technical design matters encountered during construction to the Technical Managers. Undertaking adequate CPD to maintain Professional Status where appropriate and to be aware of industry changes and developments. Experience and Qualifications: Engineering Technical experience, either from an Architectural Consultancy or Developer background Previous experience within the House Building or Construction sector Degree educated in relevant disciplines, such as Architecture, Design, Planning, Civil Engineering or the Built Environment Excellent attention to detail Experience in dealing with highly complex technical drawings and plans Able to build and maintain relationships with both internal and external partners Building Regulations and NHBC standards knowledge Strong IT skills The Company Crest Nicholson is a leading developer of quality homes and thriving, sustainable communities.We create great places for our customers to live, selecting desirable locations for our developments and taking a holistic approach to the design of our homes and their surroundings. Attractive placemaking helps us deliver appealing and well-connected communities where people and nature can thrive. As an employer of choice, we offer an extensive range of benefits, to include: Competitive Salary Company Bonus Scheme Car Allowance Private pension Private healthcare and cash plan options 25 days' annual leave Cycle to work scheme Share save scheme Gym membership discountsWe are an inclusive employer; the Company will consider flexible working requests for all roles.We seek to be an ethical and progressive employer which encourages a culture of openness, creativity and continuous professional development and which rewards the effectiveness and loyalty of our employees as an equal opportunities employer. If you are applying to work at Crest Nicholson, we will ask you to supply us with sufficient personal information to help us process your application. To learn more about what personal information we will need to process and why, please refer to our recruitment privacy notice which can be found on the Crest Nicholson website under 'Recruitment Privacy Policy'. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
About the Role This role is to provide project coordination and operational support to the Operations Directors, with a focus on coordinating surveying teams in various disciplines, generally Fire engineering, façade engineering, geomatic surveyors as well as coordinate complex multidisciplinary projects. This will require the coordination of in house project teams, in house engineers, external sub contractors, access equipment, and also liaising with clients to see that services are coordinated and delivered on time. This role will help ensure timely delivery, quality assurance and regulatory compliance across a range of engineering disciplines. As part of the role, the employed individual is also to act as the "Competent Person" as defined by the Health and Safety Executive. The individual shall have the skills, knowledge and experience to be able to recognise hazards typically experienced by staff working as consulting engineers and surveyors on site and in the office premises. Responsibilities Support the planning and delivery of surveying works and multidisciplinary projects. Support the planning and delivery of building investigations and surveying projects. Coordinate team schedules, project milestones and reporting. Act as a liaison between the various engineering teams both internally and externally. Coordinate with external sub contractors and consultants where required. Monitor compliance with relevant legislation, including Health and Safety Legislation as well as the Building Safety Act. Prepare project documentation, meeting notes, and progress reports. Identify and elevate project risks or resource constraints. Act as "competent person" as defined by the Health and Safety Executive, including reviewing the process for production of RAMs for site work and travel, liaising with the HR Director and in house facilities team to advise on hazards within the various premises and monitor general health and safety practices within the business. Qualifications and Experience Degree in a relevant field (e.g. Construction, Engineering, Fire Safety). Proven experience in project coordination or technical assistance within the built environment. Strong organisational and communication skills. Ability to work across multiple teams and disciplines. Knowledge of UK building regulations and safety frameworks. Experience in management of health and safety aspects within a relevant industry, ideally construction. Project management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM) or relevant experience. Experience working in a consultancy or multidisciplinary environment. Familiarity with fire safety, surveying, or engineering practices. Personal Attributes Proactive and solution oriented. Calm under pressure and able to manage competing priorities. Empathetic communicator with a collaborative mindset. Committed to continuous learning and professional development. Enthusiasm to succeed and make a real difference bringing order to complexity. Benefits 25 days annual leave per annum Extra annual leave for long service Pension and free pension advice Tusker Electric Car Scheme Cycle to work scheme Access to discounts via Perkbox Employee Assistance Programme In house gym
Dec 01, 2025
Full time
About the Role This role is to provide project coordination and operational support to the Operations Directors, with a focus on coordinating surveying teams in various disciplines, generally Fire engineering, façade engineering, geomatic surveyors as well as coordinate complex multidisciplinary projects. This will require the coordination of in house project teams, in house engineers, external sub contractors, access equipment, and also liaising with clients to see that services are coordinated and delivered on time. This role will help ensure timely delivery, quality assurance and regulatory compliance across a range of engineering disciplines. As part of the role, the employed individual is also to act as the "Competent Person" as defined by the Health and Safety Executive. The individual shall have the skills, knowledge and experience to be able to recognise hazards typically experienced by staff working as consulting engineers and surveyors on site and in the office premises. Responsibilities Support the planning and delivery of surveying works and multidisciplinary projects. Support the planning and delivery of building investigations and surveying projects. Coordinate team schedules, project milestones and reporting. Act as a liaison between the various engineering teams both internally and externally. Coordinate with external sub contractors and consultants where required. Monitor compliance with relevant legislation, including Health and Safety Legislation as well as the Building Safety Act. Prepare project documentation, meeting notes, and progress reports. Identify and elevate project risks or resource constraints. Act as "competent person" as defined by the Health and Safety Executive, including reviewing the process for production of RAMs for site work and travel, liaising with the HR Director and in house facilities team to advise on hazards within the various premises and monitor general health and safety practices within the business. Qualifications and Experience Degree in a relevant field (e.g. Construction, Engineering, Fire Safety). Proven experience in project coordination or technical assistance within the built environment. Strong organisational and communication skills. Ability to work across multiple teams and disciplines. Knowledge of UK building regulations and safety frameworks. Experience in management of health and safety aspects within a relevant industry, ideally construction. Project management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM) or relevant experience. Experience working in a consultancy or multidisciplinary environment. Familiarity with fire safety, surveying, or engineering practices. Personal Attributes Proactive and solution oriented. Calm under pressure and able to manage competing priorities. Empathetic communicator with a collaborative mindset. Committed to continuous learning and professional development. Enthusiasm to succeed and make a real difference bringing order to complexity. Benefits 25 days annual leave per annum Extra annual leave for long service Pension and free pension advice Tusker Electric Car Scheme Cycle to work scheme Access to discounts via Perkbox Employee Assistance Programme In house gym
Senior BIM Coordinator Bristol Permanent Summary We are currently seeking a Senior BIM (Building Information Modelling) Coordinator to join a new team being created out of our Bristol office and have some line management duties. This role will be responsible for the production and maintenance of building drawings and models to assist in the overall design and construction process. This role is a great chance to join a new team that will give you the opportunity to grow and develop your career within one of the leading M&E contractors in the UK. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Coordinate and monitor the work of the BIM team allocated to specified project(s), within budget and programme. Produce and maintain coordinated building information models/drawings to assist in the overall design and construction process. Conduct regular coordination review meetings, using 3D model as a discussion tool and highlighting variations, to ensure timely communication between the department and the wider construction team. Maintain a working knowledge of all MEP systems relevant to the installation commissioning and maintenance of services, to ensure optimised coordinated solutions and enable CDM compliance. Visit site to gain practical experience of installation practices and apply these to improve modelling and coordination effectiveness. Develop skills within the team in relation to software, MEP systems and coordination of work, offering guidance and feedback to maximise the performance of the team. Work from engineers/designers' calculations, rough sketches or drawings to produce coordinated, accurate and structured models; incorporating NG Bailey Offsite solutions wherever possible. Produce drawings from 3D models for design stage, installation and/or manufacture. What we're looking for : Ideally have experience of managing BIM Technicians or similar. Solid experience in BIM with CAD and Revit experience MEP project experience Ability to think outside of the box, solution orientated Fantastic communication skills Client experience, ability to walk the client through what they are seeing where the client has little to no BIM or CAD knowledge Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Senior BIM Coordinator Bristol Permanent Summary We are currently seeking a Senior BIM (Building Information Modelling) Coordinator to join a new team being created out of our Bristol office and have some line management duties. This role will be responsible for the production and maintenance of building drawings and models to assist in the overall design and construction process. This role is a great chance to join a new team that will give you the opportunity to grow and develop your career within one of the leading M&E contractors in the UK. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Coordinate and monitor the work of the BIM team allocated to specified project(s), within budget and programme. Produce and maintain coordinated building information models/drawings to assist in the overall design and construction process. Conduct regular coordination review meetings, using 3D model as a discussion tool and highlighting variations, to ensure timely communication between the department and the wider construction team. Maintain a working knowledge of all MEP systems relevant to the installation commissioning and maintenance of services, to ensure optimised coordinated solutions and enable CDM compliance. Visit site to gain practical experience of installation practices and apply these to improve modelling and coordination effectiveness. Develop skills within the team in relation to software, MEP systems and coordination of work, offering guidance and feedback to maximise the performance of the team. Work from engineers/designers' calculations, rough sketches or drawings to produce coordinated, accurate and structured models; incorporating NG Bailey Offsite solutions wherever possible. Produce drawings from 3D models for design stage, installation and/or manufacture. What we're looking for : Ideally have experience of managing BIM Technicians or similar. Solid experience in BIM with CAD and Revit experience MEP project experience Ability to think outside of the box, solution orientated Fantastic communication skills Client experience, ability to walk the client through what they are seeing where the client has little to no BIM or CAD knowledge Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Design Manager Salary: 70,000 - 80,000 (Negotiable DOE) Location: London Type: Permanent Sector: New Build Homes The Opportunity We are currently partnered with a major Tier 2 Main Contractor to appoint a Design Manager to join their London business, reporting directly to the Project Director. You will play a pivotal role in managing and coordinating all design activity across multiple fast-paced new build residential schemes. Working closely with the project team, you'll ensure design intent is achieved, technical information is delivered on time, and high-quality projects are handed over to clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Design Manager to take ownership of end-to-end design delivery within a respected, design-led construction business or a Senior Design/Technical Coordinator looking to make a step up to leading your own sites. The Business A well-established Tier 2 Main Contractor, recognised for high standards, technical excellence and collaborative project delivery. Their London team has a strong culture built around integrity, quality, and continuous improvement. The Project / Role You will be responsible for leading and managing the full design and technical coordination across high volume residential new build projects from pre-construction through to completion. Key Responsibilities Develop, agree and manage the design programme and design information schedule; integrate these into the overall construction programme. Lead the design approval process including drawings, technical submittals, samples and workflows. Manage RFIs, information release schedules and contribute to change control processes. Coordinate consultants, sub-contractors and internal project teams to ensure information aligns with ERs, specifications, design intent and cost plan. Monitor consultant & subcontractor design resources to achieve programme dates. Collaborate effectively with client teams, advisors, and appointed consultants. Manage and develop Contractor Design Proposals. Lead design workshops, technical reviews and track all actions through to completion. Support with tender pack production and work closely with the QS team. Assist with consultant appointments, scopes of service, and the design responsibility matrix; identify and resolve scope gaps. Support commercial, site, and design teams in delivering coordinated, buildable solutions. Assist in discharging planning conditions and ensuring all designs meet regulations. Oversee Building Control, inspection processes and quality assurance. Implement and coach site teams on a robust QA recording system. Produce accurate reports, records and design documentation. What They're Looking For Experience & Background Degree / HND in a construction-related discipline: Architecture, Design Management, Construction Management, Architectural Technology or similar. Ability to work across several projects simultaneously. Previous new build housing/apartment project experience. Strong technical knowledge with the ability to resolve issues quickly and effectively. Commercially aware with understanding of surveying, procurement and buildability. Excellent coordination, organisational and decision-making skills. Strong presentation and communication skills. Up-to-date knowledge of H&S, Building Regulations and compliance processes. IT-literate, including Microsoft Office and common design/project management tools. Flexibility for travel across the UK & Ireland when required. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. You Will Bring A proactive, detail-focused and solution-driven approach. The ability to collaborate effectively with clients, consultants and internal teams. Confidence managing design processes from concept through to handover. A commitment to delivering high-quality projects on programme. In Return Competitive salary of 70,000 to 80,000 (DOE, potentially negotiable upwards) Excellent benefits package Opportunity to play a key role within a respected Contractor Supportive team culture with clear progression pathways Next Steps If you are a Design Manager seeking the chance to lead the full design lifecycle on prominent new build residential schemes, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Nov 26, 2025
Full time
Design Manager Salary: 70,000 - 80,000 (Negotiable DOE) Location: London Type: Permanent Sector: New Build Homes The Opportunity We are currently partnered with a major Tier 2 Main Contractor to appoint a Design Manager to join their London business, reporting directly to the Project Director. You will play a pivotal role in managing and coordinating all design activity across multiple fast-paced new build residential schemes. Working closely with the project team, you'll ensure design intent is achieved, technical information is delivered on time, and high-quality projects are handed over to clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Design Manager to take ownership of end-to-end design delivery within a respected, design-led construction business or a Senior Design/Technical Coordinator looking to make a step up to leading your own sites. The Business A well-established Tier 2 Main Contractor, recognised for high standards, technical excellence and collaborative project delivery. Their London team has a strong culture built around integrity, quality, and continuous improvement. The Project / Role You will be responsible for leading and managing the full design and technical coordination across high volume residential new build projects from pre-construction through to completion. Key Responsibilities Develop, agree and manage the design programme and design information schedule; integrate these into the overall construction programme. Lead the design approval process including drawings, technical submittals, samples and workflows. Manage RFIs, information release schedules and contribute to change control processes. Coordinate consultants, sub-contractors and internal project teams to ensure information aligns with ERs, specifications, design intent and cost plan. Monitor consultant & subcontractor design resources to achieve programme dates. Collaborate effectively with client teams, advisors, and appointed consultants. Manage and develop Contractor Design Proposals. Lead design workshops, technical reviews and track all actions through to completion. Support with tender pack production and work closely with the QS team. Assist with consultant appointments, scopes of service, and the design responsibility matrix; identify and resolve scope gaps. Support commercial, site, and design teams in delivering coordinated, buildable solutions. Assist in discharging planning conditions and ensuring all designs meet regulations. Oversee Building Control, inspection processes and quality assurance. Implement and coach site teams on a robust QA recording system. Produce accurate reports, records and design documentation. What They're Looking For Experience & Background Degree / HND in a construction-related discipline: Architecture, Design Management, Construction Management, Architectural Technology or similar. Ability to work across several projects simultaneously. Previous new build housing/apartment project experience. Strong technical knowledge with the ability to resolve issues quickly and effectively. Commercially aware with understanding of surveying, procurement and buildability. Excellent coordination, organisational and decision-making skills. Strong presentation and communication skills. Up-to-date knowledge of H&S, Building Regulations and compliance processes. IT-literate, including Microsoft Office and common design/project management tools. Flexibility for travel across the UK & Ireland when required. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. You Will Bring A proactive, detail-focused and solution-driven approach. The ability to collaborate effectively with clients, consultants and internal teams. Confidence managing design processes from concept through to handover. A commitment to delivering high-quality projects on programme. In Return Competitive salary of 70,000 to 80,000 (DOE, potentially negotiable upwards) Excellent benefits package Opportunity to play a key role within a respected Contractor Supportive team culture with clear progression pathways Next Steps If you are a Design Manager seeking the chance to lead the full design lifecycle on prominent new build residential schemes, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch for a confidential conversation.
This leading residential developer, based in London is actively to looking 2 Technical Coordinator for two new schemes it will be starting in the next 3/4 months. The schemes vary in size from 120 to 250 units all of which are RC Frame apartments and mixture of Social and Build to Rent. Sites are based South London and South West London have a build time of 3 years from start to finish. As a Technical Coordinator, you will be based on site, as part of a Commercial, Production and Design Team. You will be manage the consultant engineers for all the design related issues and buildability of the project. Ensure all the agreement and certificates are in placed to build the project. Manage the scope of the design and the quality of the build. Assist the Project Manager with all the timely information required to manage the timescales of the project to time and budget. You should be currently working as a Technical Coordinator for another residential developer or a highly experienced consultant engineer or architect who has seen residential schemes through from start to finish. This company is going through a large-scale growth plan over the next five years and therefore there will be numerous opportunities for ambitious Technical Coordinator to progress their career with this expanding developer. If you are interested in this position, please feel to get in contact with Rob Burnham at Constructive Moves.
Nov 25, 2025
Full time
This leading residential developer, based in London is actively to looking 2 Technical Coordinator for two new schemes it will be starting in the next 3/4 months. The schemes vary in size from 120 to 250 units all of which are RC Frame apartments and mixture of Social and Build to Rent. Sites are based South London and South West London have a build time of 3 years from start to finish. As a Technical Coordinator, you will be based on site, as part of a Commercial, Production and Design Team. You will be manage the consultant engineers for all the design related issues and buildability of the project. Ensure all the agreement and certificates are in placed to build the project. Manage the scope of the design and the quality of the build. Assist the Project Manager with all the timely information required to manage the timescales of the project to time and budget. You should be currently working as a Technical Coordinator for another residential developer or a highly experienced consultant engineer or architect who has seen residential schemes through from start to finish. This company is going through a large-scale growth plan over the next five years and therefore there will be numerous opportunities for ambitious Technical Coordinator to progress their career with this expanding developer. If you are interested in this position, please feel to get in contact with Rob Burnham at Constructive Moves.
Architectural Design Coordinator Location: Basildon Salary: Circa 65,000 (depending on experience) Company Overview Our client is a leading and well-established high-end commercial fit-out company and they are looking to recruit an experienced Architectural Design Coordinator to join their team in Basildon. The business specialises in high-quality interior and architectural fit-out projects across the commercial sector . Overview: As an Architectural Design Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating the full design process from concept to completion . You will ensure all client design information is validated with on-site conditions, oversee technical coordination, and produce accurate drawings to support manufacturing and installation. The ideal candidate will have previous Design Co-ordination experience working on multi-million pound projects. Benefits: Salary circa 65,000 (depending on experience) Working hours: 8.00am - 5.30pm, with 1 hour for lunch 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Auto-enrolled company pension scheme Life assurance 4x annual salary, Personal accident cover and Company healthcare cash plan Duties: Coordinate the full architectural design process, validating client design information against 'as built' conditions on site. Carry out detailed site surveys using 3D survey equipment and verify 2D and 3D client data. Manage and coordinate technical submittals, product samples and mock-ups. Liaise with client representatives, architects, and subcontractors to ensure full approval of design information. Produce accurate 2D site setting-out drawings to support project delivery teams and installation work. Co-ordinating the design development, the production of CGI renders, GA's, Elevations and specification documents for client signoff. Lead the conversion of designs into 3D models, supporting Building Information Modelling (BIM) strategies. Create detailed production and manufacturing drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, and Inventor. Skills and Experience: Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Architecture, Design , or a related field. Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and Inventor . Experience with other 3D modelling software is desirable. Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office. High attention to detail with strong accuracy and quality control. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Flexible, proactive, and able to perform under pressure. Call to discuss or apply via the link candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.
Nov 25, 2025
Full time
Architectural Design Coordinator Location: Basildon Salary: Circa 65,000 (depending on experience) Company Overview Our client is a leading and well-established high-end commercial fit-out company and they are looking to recruit an experienced Architectural Design Coordinator to join their team in Basildon. The business specialises in high-quality interior and architectural fit-out projects across the commercial sector . Overview: As an Architectural Design Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating the full design process from concept to completion . You will ensure all client design information is validated with on-site conditions, oversee technical coordination, and produce accurate drawings to support manufacturing and installation. The ideal candidate will have previous Design Co-ordination experience working on multi-million pound projects. Benefits: Salary circa 65,000 (depending on experience) Working hours: 8.00am - 5.30pm, with 1 hour for lunch 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Auto-enrolled company pension scheme Life assurance 4x annual salary, Personal accident cover and Company healthcare cash plan Duties: Coordinate the full architectural design process, validating client design information against 'as built' conditions on site. Carry out detailed site surveys using 3D survey equipment and verify 2D and 3D client data. Manage and coordinate technical submittals, product samples and mock-ups. Liaise with client representatives, architects, and subcontractors to ensure full approval of design information. Produce accurate 2D site setting-out drawings to support project delivery teams and installation work. Co-ordinating the design development, the production of CGI renders, GA's, Elevations and specification documents for client signoff. Lead the conversion of designs into 3D models, supporting Building Information Modelling (BIM) strategies. Create detailed production and manufacturing drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, and Inventor. Skills and Experience: Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Architecture, Design , or a related field. Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and Inventor . Experience with other 3D modelling software is desirable. Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office. High attention to detail with strong accuracy and quality control. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Flexible, proactive, and able to perform under pressure. Call to discuss or apply via the link candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.
Talented Design Coordinator required Our client, a building fa ade contractor, is a forward-thinking company known for delivering cutting-edge projects across diverse sectors. They prioritise innovation, sustainability, and excellence in every phase of the construction process. The team is comprised of dedicated individuals who share a passion for transforming ideas into tangible, successful construction projects. They require an experienced Design Coordinator who will take responsibility for: Managing and coordinating design activities for a range of projects. Ensuring design information aligns with project requirements and timelines. Collaborating with the production and commercial teams to ensure designs are cost-effective and robust. Conducting design meetings, both virtually and in-person. Utilising online portals for the upload and download of drawings and documents. The Design Coordinator will be comfortable tracking design progress against project schedules and coordinate with other departments. Ideally the Design Coordinator skills & experience will include: Previous experience as a Design Coordinator, ideally in a subcontracting environment. Ability to manage design teams and facilitate effective design meetings. Proactive and solution-driven mentality. Experience with design tracking and managing design against project timelines. Knowledge of design systems and portals. The successful Design Coordinator will be joining an organisation with a full order book and a recent injection of working capital. The Design Coordinator will be offered a fabulous opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative team that values quality and client satisfaction.
Nov 25, 2025
Full time
Talented Design Coordinator required Our client, a building fa ade contractor, is a forward-thinking company known for delivering cutting-edge projects across diverse sectors. They prioritise innovation, sustainability, and excellence in every phase of the construction process. The team is comprised of dedicated individuals who share a passion for transforming ideas into tangible, successful construction projects. They require an experienced Design Coordinator who will take responsibility for: Managing and coordinating design activities for a range of projects. Ensuring design information aligns with project requirements and timelines. Collaborating with the production and commercial teams to ensure designs are cost-effective and robust. Conducting design meetings, both virtually and in-person. Utilising online portals for the upload and download of drawings and documents. The Design Coordinator will be comfortable tracking design progress against project schedules and coordinate with other departments. Ideally the Design Coordinator skills & experience will include: Previous experience as a Design Coordinator, ideally in a subcontracting environment. Ability to manage design teams and facilitate effective design meetings. Proactive and solution-driven mentality. Experience with design tracking and managing design against project timelines. Knowledge of design systems and portals. The successful Design Coordinator will be joining an organisation with a full order book and a recent injection of working capital. The Design Coordinator will be offered a fabulous opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative team that values quality and client satisfaction.
