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Site Manager 10 -Month Contract Factory Expansion and Fit out Live Manufacturing Environment Lead a high profile factory expansion and fit out project We are recruiting an experienced Site Manager for a 10 month contract delivering a factory expansion and fit out project to an operational food factory. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a technically demanding project where construction, food production continuity, safety and hygiene must work seamlessly together. Take Control of Delivery Lead day-to-day site delivery from mobilisation through construction, commissioning and handover. Coordinate subcontractors, labour, plant, materials, logistics and temporary works against the agreed programme. Manage works within and adjacent to a live facility while protecting production, personnel and product integrity. Maintain rigorous health, safety and environmental standards through inductions, briefings, RAMS reviews, permits and inspections. Act as the key site contact for the client, design team, project manager, commercial team and factory stakeholders. Monitor progress, identify risks early and implement practical recovery plans where required. Oversee quality inspections, records, snagging and close-out to achieve a right-first-time handover. Coordinate building, structural, mechanical, electrical and process-work interfaces. Control access, deliveries, segregation, housekeeping and welfare in a hygiene-critical environment. Lead site meetings and provide clear updates on safety, quality, programme and resources. Make an Immediate Impact Proven experience as a Site Manager on industrial or manufacturing projects. Experience in a live operational setting; food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical or another hygiene-controlled environment is highly desirable. Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, subcontractor management, site logistics and programme control. A sound working knowledge of health and safety legislation, quality assurance and environmental requirements. The confidence to manage multiple interfaces and communicate effectively with clients, factory teams and site operatives. A decisive, organised and solutions focused approach, supported by strong commercial awareness and accurate record keeping. Essential Credentials SMSTS. CSCS card appropriate to the role. First Aid at Work. A relevant construction management qualification or trade background is preferred. Temporary Works Coordinator, lifting, fire marshal or similar site qualifications would be advantageous. Why Take This Contract? Ten month contract with clear ownership of a technically interesting project. Key leadership position within an established project team and specialist supply chain. Competitive day rate, dependent on experience. Opportunity to strengthen your track record in live food manufacturing construction. Apply Now If you are an experienced Site Manager who can take control quickly and deliver safely in a live manufacturing environment, we would like to hear from you. Apply with an up-to-date CV highlighting relevant project values, building types and experience in food production or hygiene controlled settings. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss the location, day rate and anticipated start date. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

Site Manager 8-Month Contract Factory Extension Live Manufacturing Environment Lead a High-Profile Live-Site Extension We are recruiting an experienced Site Manager for an eight-month contract delivering a new extension to an operational food factory. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a technically demanding project where construction, food-production continuity, safety and hygiene must work seamlessly together. Take Control of Delivery Lead day-to-day site delivery from mobilisation through construction, commissioning and handover. Coordinate subcontractors, labour, plant, materials, logistics and temporary works against the agreed programme. Manage works within and adjacent to a live facility while protecting production, personnel and product integrity. Maintain rigorous health, safety and environmental standards through inductions, briefings, RAMS reviews, permits and inspections. Act as the key site contact for the client, design team, project manager, commercial team and factory stakeholders. Monitor progress, identify risks early and implement practical recovery plans where required. Oversee quality inspections, records, snagging and close-out to achieve a right-first-time handover. Coordinate building, structural, mechanical, electrical and process-work interfaces. Control access, deliveries, segregation, housekeeping and welfare in a hygiene-critical environment. Lead site meetings and provide clear updates on safety, quality, programme and resources. Make an Immediate Impact Proven experience as a Site Manager on industrial or manufacturing projects. Experience in a live operational setting; food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical or another hygiene-controlled environment is highly desirable. Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, subcontractor management, site logistics and programme control. A sound working knowledge of health and safety legislation, quality assurance and environmental requirements. The confidence to manage multiple interfaces and communicate effectively with clients, factory teams and site operatives. A decisive, organised and solutions-focused approach, supported by strong commercial awareness and accurate record keeping. Essential Credentials SMSTS. CSCS card appropriate to the role. First Aid at Work. A relevant construction management qualification or trade background is preferred. Temporary Works Coordinator, lifting, fire marshal or similar site qualifications would be advantageous. Why Take This Contract? Eight-month contract with clear ownership of a technically interesting project. Key leadership position within an established project team and specialist supply chain. Competitive day rate, dependent on experience. Opportunity to strengthen your track record in live food-manufacturing construction. Apply Now If you are an experienced Site Manager who can take control quickly and deliver safely in a live manufacturing environment, we would like to hear from you. Apply with an up-to-date CV highlighting relevant project values, building types and experience in food-production or hygiene-controlled settings. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss the location, day rate and anticipated start date. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

Senior Bid Manager Location : Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Mon-Fri, Hybrid (3 onsite, 2 WFH) Hours: 8am 5pm, 40hrs, 1hr lunch break Salary: £70k - £90k depending on candidate experience (+ car allowance) Role Purpose: The Senior Bid Manager will take full ownership of a varied portfolio of opportunities from qualification through submission, clarification and post tender review. The role will establish the bid plan, define responsibilities, manage dependencies and coordinate operational, technical, commercial and senior stakeholders against clear deadlines. Working within the companies lean pre-construction structure, the post holder will apply proportionate governance across major framework procurements and a high volume of smaller in-framework opportunities, maintain momentum across concurrent bids, resolve gaps and ensure every input, review and final output is complete, coherent, compliant and submission-ready. Role Responsibilities: Strategy/Planning: Take ownership from qualification onwards, agreeing the proportionate bid strategy, governance route and submission plan with the Head of Bid Management and opportunity leaders. Establish clear programmes, deliverables matrices, responsibilities, dependencies, review stages and decision points for each opportunity. Facilitate mobilisation, win-strategy and answer-planning workshops where appropriate, converting evaluation criteria and client requirements into practical response plans, evidence needs and stakeholder actions. Maintain senior oversight through disciplined progress reporting, early escalation of risks and clear recording of actions and decisions. Bid Management Writing: Lead and manage concurrent bids from qualification through submission, clarification and post tender review, remaining accountable for quality and timely delivery. Apply proportionate governance to a mixed portfolio, from major strategic framework procurements to fast-moving small and medium-sized in-framework opportunities. Set expectations, assign responsibilities, follow through on actions and challenge missed commitments so that inputs and decisions are secured to programme. Write, shape and edit high-quality responses from first principles, turning complex technical and commercial input into clear, persuasive, evaluator-focused narrative. For major frameworks, develop strategic, benefit-led qualitative responses that articulate the companies positioning, capability, governance and long-term value. For smaller in-framework opportunities, work at pace with operational and commercial teams to shape the proposed methodology, programme, resources, risk position and commercial strategy. Coordinate appropriate review stages and ensure all comments, gaps, contradictions and unsubstantiated commitments are resolved before submission. Edit contributions from bid writers and subject matter experts for consistency, accuracy, evidence, compliance and a single voice. Ensure every final submission is complete, coherent, compelling, professionally presented and delivered on time. Commercial and Technical Pre-Construction: Work as an integrated member of the pre-construction team, bridging bid, operational, technical and commercial inputs rather than acting only as a submission coordinator. Support operational teams to develop clear, credible and deliverable methodologies, using informed questioning to test sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. Work with commercial colleagues to understand the pricing strategy, contractual requirements, assumptions, exclusions, risk allowances and value opportunities that shape the offer. Ensure the technical narrative, programme, resourcing, commercial position and client commitments remain consistent throughout the submission. Identify gaps, contradictions or unsubstantiated commitments and bring the right operational, technical or commercial specialists together to resolve them. Contribute to solution-development discussions and challenge proposals constructively, while recognising when specialist commercial or technical judgement is required from the subject matter experts (SMEs) Stakeholder Engagement: - Build productive relationships across operational, technical, commercial, engineering, planning, design, SHEQ, ESG, finance and support functions, including direct engagement with Directors and senior decisionmakers. - Use focused interviews and workshops to draw out credible methodologies, evidence and differentiators from subject matter experts. - Secure timely inputs, challenge missed commitments, resolve dependencies and escalate risks early while keeping stakeholders aligned to immovable deadlines. - Coordinate partners, suppliers and external specialists where required and coach contributors to improve the quality and timeliness of their input. Systems, content and continuous improvement - Support the development and upkeep of the company s bid library and knowledge hub. - Capture reusable content, case studies, CVs, project evidence and lessons learned following each submission. - Improve templates, controls and reporting tools and support appropriate digital and AI-enabled working practices. - Contribute to performance reviews, lessons learned and initiatives that improve bid efficiency and win rates. Candidate Knowledge & Skills required: - Experienced, hands-on bid professional with the judgement and resilience to manage several opportunities at different stages. - Excellent written and verbal communicator with strong bid-writing, editing and proofreading judgement. - Highly organised and comfortable taking personal ownership of submission quality, actions and deadlines. - Confident influencing senior and multidisciplinary stakeholders, challenging missed commitments and escalating risks early. - Commercially aware and technically curious, able to test assumptions and understand how programme, pricing, contractual obligations, risk and delivery methodology influence the bid. - Comfortable creating order from complex inputs and operating across functional boundaries in a lean pre-construction environment. - Able to recognise when specialist judgement is required and bring the right people together to resolve an issue. - Collaborative, persuasive and willing to coach writers and contributors to improve their output. - Calm under pressure and flexible around working hours during critical submission periods when necessary. Candidate Experience Required: - Proven experience managing and delivering bids for a main contractor. Direct UK water-sector bidding experience is a significant advantage; otherwise, relevant experience should come from civil engineering, infrastructure or electrical/MEICA contracting. - Strong experience controlling concurrent bids through clear programmes, deliverables matrices, action tracking, review schedules and disciplined progress reporting. - Experience working as part of a pre-construction team and helping operational, technical and commercial specialists develop credible methodologies covering sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. - Demonstrable stakeholder-management and influencing experience, including securing inputs, challenging commitments, resolving dependencies and escalating risks under tight deadlines. Commercial awareness and a working understanding of how pricing strategy, programme, contractual obligations, assumptions, exclusions, risk and opportunity influence the proposed solution and written submission. - Strong experience writing responses from scratch, editing contributions and translating evaluation criteria and client requirements into compliant response strategies. - Experience leading both complex strategic or framework procurements and smaller, faster-paced project or in-framework opportunities. Candidate Qualifications: - High standard of written English, including persuasive writing, editing and proofreading. - Strong planning, organisation, stakeholder management and influencing skills. - Ability to interpret and connect commercial, technical and operational information without needing to be a qualified Quantity Surveyor or engineer. - Competence across Microsoft 365, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet immovable tender deadlines. - APMP accreditation or another relevant bid or project management qualification (desirable)

What's the role? The Construction Manager is a senior member of the Brush Power Solutions Operational Delivery Team. This role is responsible for leading and overseeing all site-based construction activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of infrastructure projects in alignment with the project scope, programme, and contractual obligations. The Construction Manager works closely with the Project Manager, Site Managers, and subcontractor teams to manage on-site performance, resource deployment, and coordination. The role ensures that all construction phases are completed to a high standard, within programme and budget, and in full compliance with CDM, internal and external safety regulations.We are looking for a hands-on construction leader who is comfortable being hands-on and actively supporting delivery with the ability to lead teams, subcontractors and work effectively alongside client site teams. Ideal candidate should be adaptable and flexible, with a willingness to work across different projects and locations throughout Scotland as business needs require. A Confident communicator, able to manage relationships with clients, site teams, contractors and internal functions. Safety-led, proactive with a practical approach to resolving site issues and driving progress. Base Location : Scotland-based role, with on-site presence required across project locations in Northeast Scotland, Sutherland, and Caithness. Key Responsibilities: Construction Oversight and Delivery Leads site construction activities, ensuring alignment with the approved programme and design specifications across all mobilisation and construction activities. Monitor and drive construction progress, identify blockers, and implement resolutions promptly. Coordinate the construction sequencing and resourcing to optimise efficiency and reduce downtime. Manage on-site interfaces between subcontractors, suppliers, OEMs, and the internal delivery team. Ensure readiness for energisation, inspections, and milestone handovers through proactive multiple site coordination. HSE Compliance Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality (HSE) standards. Ensure strict Implementation of CDM requirements across all mobilisation and construction activities. Ensure regular site inspections and compliance audits are conducted. Champions a proactive safety culture and drives continuous improvement across all mobilisation and construction activities. Oversee incident reporting and support root cause analysis and corrective actions for non-conformances. Project Coordination & Planning Maintain regular communication with the Project Manager on progress, risk, and resource needs across all mobilisation and construction activities. Coordinate with engineering, procurement, planning and client teams to ensure timely delivery of drawings, materials and equipment. Support the preparation, review, and implementation of all necessary site safety documentation Contractual & Commercial Support Ensure all site activities are carried out in line with contractual specifications and approved designs. Supports the project management and commercial teams in all contractual events. Support the management of on-site contract changes, delays, site instructions, and contractual variations. Ensures accurate recording of daily site works and interfaces closely with both site management and commercial teams to verify site progress for valuations and claims. What we're looking for: Essential Relevant construction management, engineering or technical qualification, or demonstrable equivalent experience in a construction delivery role. Demonstrable construction management experience within power, utilities, infrastructure or another safety-critical construction environment. SMSTS or equivalent recognised construction management safety qualification. Appropriate CSCS/ECS card relevant to the role and site responsibilities. Strong working knowledge of CDM Regulations, construction HSE requirements and quality/compliance standards. Proven experience managing site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and multiple construction work fronts. Strong understanding of construction programmes, sequencing, resource planning, progress reporting and site readiness. Written and verbal communication skills Full UK driving license. HNC, HND or degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline is desirable Relevant additional HSE qualification such as NEBOSH or IOSH is desirable First Aid at Work and/or Temporary Works Coordinator training is desirable Experience delivering HV substations, cable systems or other electrical infrastructure projects is desirable Experience working with DNOs/IDNOs and within regulated electricity network environments is desirable About The Organisation BRUSH Power Solutions is able to deliver at every stage of a project's lifecycle. From initial design and consultancy through to construction, testing, commissioning and connection, the team are on hand to provide comprehensive end-to-end HV infrastructure solutions for projects from 11kV to 400kV. Along with the expertise BRUSH Power Solutions offers, our wider Power division also includes specialist ICP-accredited energy infrastructure contractor, McGowan Infrastructure. Often working in fragile and protected environments, the team utilise sustainable technologies to operate in way that minimises environmental impact, increasing biodiversity, and restores natural habitats.

Site Agent - Piling / Ground Engineering / Civils Location: Suffolk Role Responsible for the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of specialist civil engineering and ground engineering works, including piling, foundations, earthworks, retaining structures, excavations, drainage and reinforced concrete. The Site Agent will manage day-to-day site delivery, coordinating directly with the Project Manager, engineers, subcontractors, specialist piling teams and client/alliance representatives. Key responsibilities Lead daily delivery of piling and ground engineering works. Manage specialist piling operations, including mobilisation, sequencing and production. Oversee earthworks, excavation, temporary works and ground improvement activities. Coordinate piling rigs, cranes, excavators, pumps, concrete operations and associated plant. Manage labour, plant, materials and specialist subcontractors. Ensure works are delivered in accordance with approved RAMS, ITPs, drawings and specifications. Coordinate setting-out and engineering requirements with Site Engineers. Monitor production, progress and programme against planned outputs. Carry out daily briefings, coordination meetings and short-term planning. Liaise with the Project Manager, Section Engineers, Design Team and client representatives. Identify construction constraints and resolve technical/site issues promptly. Manage permits, inspections and hold points. Ensure quality records, ITPs, pour records, piling records and as-builts are maintained. Coordinate concrete deliveries and reinforcement/structural concrete activities where applicable. Ensure temporary works are installed and managed in accordance with the approved design. Monitor subcontractor performance and productivity. Assist with cost control, change management and progress measurement. Maintain strong environmental controls, particularly around excavation, spoil, groundwater, concrete and contaminated materials. Promote a strong safety culture on a highly regulated, safety-critical infrastructure project. Ensure compliance with project-specific assurance and quality requirements. Ideal experience required: Piling CFA / rotary piling Diaphragm walling Ground improvement Deep excavations Foundations Earthworks Retaining structures Drainage Reinforced concrete Heavy civils / infrastructure Temporary works Safety-critical infrastructure Qualifications / tickets CSCS Black Card SMSTS First Aid Relevant construction/civil engineering qualification desirable Temporary Works Coordinator desirable Experience working under formal QA/ITP systems Strong understanding of RAMS and construction assurance We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Systems & Compliance Coordinator Location: Newcastle Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum Type: Permanent, Full-Time A leading building services and electrical contractor is looking to appoint a Systems & Compliance Coordinator to join its Newcastle-based team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced electrical professional looking to develop their career away from purely site-based work and into compliance, auditing, quality and technical assurance. The Role Your responsibilities will include: Supporting ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems. Maintaining compliance registers, procedures, records and documentation. Supporting internal, external, client and NICEIC audits. Preparing audit documentation and tracking corrective actions. Assisting with electrical compliance reviews and site inspections. Maintaining certification, training, competence and inspection records. Supporting project mobilisation and ensuring compliance documentation is in place. Identifying recurring compliance issues and supporting improvements. Assisting with apprentice development and training coordination. Providing guidance within your level of competence and escalating technical or statutory matters where required. About You The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical background and an interest in developing into a broader compliance and technical role. You will ideally have: NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or equivalent. AM2 or equivalent occupational competence. Current 18th Edition / BS 7671 qualification. ECS Gold Card. Recent electrical experience within building services, electrical contracting or construction. Strong organisational and communication skills. Good attention to detail and experience with accurate documentation. Good Microsoft Office skills. Full UK driving licence. Experience with ISO management systems, auditing, NICEIC, inspection & testing or compliance would be advantageous, although training will be provided. Development & Progression The successful candidate will receive structured training and development across areas including ISO auditing, NICEIC processes, inspection & testing, incident investigation and compliance. As your experience develops, you will take increasing ownership of audits, compliance reporting, project reviews and corrective actions, with the longer-term opportunity to progress into a Systems & Compliance Manager role. The position is based in Newcastle, with regular travel to project sites, regional offices, external assessments and training providers across the UK North region.

Assistant MEP Manager The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Assistant MEP Manager to join the team on a major residential development in Surrey, working for a main contractor. The project is currently in the early design and pre-construction phase, providing an opportunity for the successful candidate to become involved from the outset and play a key role in developing the MEP strategy, coordinating the design, and preparing the project for a planned site commencement in January 2027. The role would suit an Assistant MEP Manager, MEP Coordinator or experienced MEP Engineer looking to take the next step into a management position within a high-quality residential construction environment. Key Responsibilities Design & Pre-Construction Assist the MEP Manager with the management and coordination of all MEP design activities. Review MEP design information, drawings, specifications and technical submissions. Coordinate MEP design with architectural and structural requirements. Identify design gaps, clashes, buildability issues and potential programme risks. Attend design coordination meetings with consultants, subcontractors and the wider project team. Assist with the development and implementation of the project's MEP strategy. Support the review and approval of technical submissions and design proposals. Ensure MEP information is coordinated and issued in line with the project programme. Assist with BIM and model coordination where applicable. Pre-Construction & Procurement Assist in preparing MEP tender and procurement information. Review subcontractor quotations and technical proposals. Assist with the assessment and comparison of MEP subcontractor packages. Assist in developing MEP programmes and procurement schedules. Construction Preparation & Delivery Support the MEP Manager in preparing the project for the January 2027 site commencement. Assist with the mobilisation and management of MEP subcontractors. Monitor progress against the MEP programme once construction commences. Assist with quality inspections and ensure works are delivered in accordance with approved design information and specifications. Support the resolution of technical queries and RFIs. Assist with commissioning, testing and handover requirements. Maintain accurate MEP records throughout the project lifecycle. Experience & Qualifications The successful candidate will ideally have: Previous experience working within MEP construction/design management. Experience on residential, mixed-use or similarly complex building projects. Experience working during design development and pre-construction would be highly advantageous. A good understanding of mechanical and electrical building services. Experience coordinating MEP subcontractors, consultants and suppliers. Ability to read and interpret MEP drawings, specifications and technical information. Understanding of design coordination and buildability. Experience with BIM/model coordination would be beneficial. Relevant technical or construction qualification, such as an HNC/HND, degree or equivalent experience.