Position: HR Business Partner Location: Manchester, Preston or Glasgow (With Hybrid Working) Salary Guide: 50,000 - 60,000 Plus Car/Allowance and Excellent Package Our client is a leading Engineering Contractor which operates throughout the UK delivering projects within the water sector and they have a new opportunity for an HR Business Partner for their offices/projects in the North of England and Scotland. You will partner and offer extensive support to the business in all aspects of HR, focussing specifically on learning & development, coaching and talent management. You will be responsible for supporting the development and deployment of the People Plan and offer extensive support to the business in all aspects of HR focussing on succession & talent, learning & development and coaching. Key responsibilities: Develop/support approaches that achieve shared organisational objectives Working with the central teams to design and implement key initiatives relating to areas such as talent, performance management, diversity and inclusion, wellbeing. In partnership with managers take ownership of implementing the people plan. Coaching Managers and individuals. Maintain positive relationships with the central HR functions. Supporting the HR service team to manage employee relations issues when required. Take an active role in future talent processes such as graduate recruitment. Undertake and lead HR project work as identified Work closely with the L&D team to provide support in the co-ordination of training & development for managers and their teams in line with performance management tools. Work with L&D team to ensure key deliverables are met, monitored and reported. Meet regularly with the Head of People to ensure the consistency and alignment of all HR processes and strategies (globally and locally). Maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback. Skills, Experience and Qualifications: You will either have experience as a Senior HR Advisor looking to utilise your skills and grow into an operational HR Business Partner position or you will be a successful HR Business partner looking to be integral to a high performing HR team. You will require excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong influencing skills a flexible approach, pro-active self-starter, action orientated, resilient with a can-do attitude. Ability to build and maintain core business relationships with key stakeholders Extensive senior Advisory/Partnering experience within a professional Human Resources function High level of educational achievement Extensive experience of developing and implementing policies and procedures Knowledge of employment law principles Excellent Microsoft skills; to include minimum intermediate level excel and word Fully CIPD qualified, preferably Chartered You will require excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong influencing skills a flexible approach, pro-active self-starter, action orientated, resilient with a can-do attitude Desirable: Understanding and experience of manpower planning, resourcing. benchmarking and metric delivery Experience in an Engineering / Construction environment
Feb 07, 2025
Full time
Position: HR Business Partner Location: Manchester, Preston or Glasgow (With Hybrid Working) Salary Guide: 50,000 - 60,000 Plus Car/Allowance and Excellent Package Our client is a leading Engineering Contractor which operates throughout the UK delivering projects within the water sector and they have a new opportunity for an HR Business Partner for their offices/projects in the North of England and Scotland. You will partner and offer extensive support to the business in all aspects of HR, focussing specifically on learning & development, coaching and talent management. You will be responsible for supporting the development and deployment of the People Plan and offer extensive support to the business in all aspects of HR focussing on succession & talent, learning & development and coaching. Key responsibilities: Develop/support approaches that achieve shared organisational objectives Working with the central teams to design and implement key initiatives relating to areas such as talent, performance management, diversity and inclusion, wellbeing. In partnership with managers take ownership of implementing the people plan. Coaching Managers and individuals. Maintain positive relationships with the central HR functions. Supporting the HR service team to manage employee relations issues when required. Take an active role in future talent processes such as graduate recruitment. Undertake and lead HR project work as identified Work closely with the L&D team to provide support in the co-ordination of training & development for managers and their teams in line with performance management tools. Work with L&D team to ensure key deliverables are met, monitored and reported. Meet regularly with the Head of People to ensure the consistency and alignment of all HR processes and strategies (globally and locally). Maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback. Skills, Experience and Qualifications: You will either have experience as a Senior HR Advisor looking to utilise your skills and grow into an operational HR Business Partner position or you will be a successful HR Business partner looking to be integral to a high performing HR team. You will require excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong influencing skills a flexible approach, pro-active self-starter, action orientated, resilient with a can-do attitude. Ability to build and maintain core business relationships with key stakeholders Extensive senior Advisory/Partnering experience within a professional Human Resources function High level of educational achievement Extensive experience of developing and implementing policies and procedures Knowledge of employment law principles Excellent Microsoft skills; to include minimum intermediate level excel and word Fully CIPD qualified, preferably Chartered You will require excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong influencing skills a flexible approach, pro-active self-starter, action orientated, resilient with a can-do attitude Desirable: Understanding and experience of manpower planning, resourcing. benchmarking and metric delivery Experience in an Engineering / Construction environment
Position: Electrical Project Engineer Location: Scottish Water Framework Salary Guide: Negotiable DOE, Plus Car/Allowance and Excellent Benefits Package Our client is a Tier 1 D&B Contractor operating predominately in the water industry, who are delivering a significant proportion of Scottish Water's SR21 programme of clean and wastewater non-infrastructure projects throughout Scotland. They are recruiting for an Electrical Project Engineer to deliver projects throughout the Scottish Water region with hybrid working available. You will report directly to the Project Manager and assist in co-ordinating an effective and economic plant design and procurement strategy; ensuring information is issued in time to enable construction, commissioning and putting to work in line with the Contract Programme; provide cost data for forecasts and evaluation of variations Key responsibilities: Ensure project costs do not exceed tender/varied allowance Ensure contract reviews, monthly forecasts are completed and submitted on time Maintain good client relationships at all levels Assist with the Project Management strategy Assist in the production of the contract programme; monitor programme and produce progress reports Provide data for the timely production of O&M manuals Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers Liaise with site management on design and procurement issues Monitor subcontract performance Assist in the preparation of the construction completion and take over documentation Work closely with design departments to ensure timely progressing of quality solutions Evaluate innovative solutions and processes Contribute to risk and opportunity schedules on a monthly basis Ensure designs are developed which are safe to construct, commission, operate and maintain Complete the capitalisation process Skills, Qualifications & Experience: Relevant professional qualification in Electrical Engineering Working knowledge of various conditions of contract especially NEC Experience of supply chain expedition Knowledge of water and waste water treatment processes CDM & Health & Safety knowledge
Feb 05, 2025
Full time
Position: Electrical Project Engineer Location: Scottish Water Framework Salary Guide: Negotiable DOE, Plus Car/Allowance and Excellent Benefits Package Our client is a Tier 1 D&B Contractor operating predominately in the water industry, who are delivering a significant proportion of Scottish Water's SR21 programme of clean and wastewater non-infrastructure projects throughout Scotland. They are recruiting for an Electrical Project Engineer to deliver projects throughout the Scottish Water region with hybrid working available. You will report directly to the Project Manager and assist in co-ordinating an effective and economic plant design and procurement strategy; ensuring information is issued in time to enable construction, commissioning and putting to work in line with the Contract Programme; provide cost data for forecasts and evaluation of variations Key responsibilities: Ensure project costs do not exceed tender/varied allowance Ensure contract reviews, monthly forecasts are completed and submitted on time Maintain good client relationships at all levels Assist with the Project Management strategy Assist in the production of the contract programme; monitor programme and produce progress reports Provide data for the timely production of O&M manuals Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers Liaise with site management on design and procurement issues Monitor subcontract performance Assist in the preparation of the construction completion and take over documentation Work closely with design departments to ensure timely progressing of quality solutions Evaluate innovative solutions and processes Contribute to risk and opportunity schedules on a monthly basis Ensure designs are developed which are safe to construct, commission, operate and maintain Complete the capitalisation process Skills, Qualifications & Experience: Relevant professional qualification in Electrical Engineering Working knowledge of various conditions of contract especially NEC Experience of supply chain expedition Knowledge of water and waste water treatment processes CDM & Health & Safety knowledge
Position: Commercial Manager Location: Brighton or Chatham with hybrid working Salary: 90-100k neg (DOE), bonus, car/allowance and excellent benefits package Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting six long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances. The Role: Our Client is looking to strengthen their commercial team with a Commercial Manager for their CMDP joint venture framework. Based at either the Brighton or Chatham office, you will provide leadership and management to the commercial delivery teams and core team commercial functions for the CMDP business. CMDP is a joint venture which will deliver a range of schemes to maintain and improve Southern Water's water supply and wastewater treatment works in the eastern half of its region (Kent & East Sussex). Responsibilities: You will report directly to the Senior Commercial Manager and the responsibilities will include: Commercial management of the out performance of projects & Tranches of projects. Commercial & contractual support to the procurement team. Provide input to continuous development of CMDP commercial strategy for pre-works orders & construction phase. Leading the commercial team in the tranche programme. Continuous review of commercial resource levels with the Programme Manager to ensure effective and efficient delivery. Advise Senior Commercial Manager of commercial resourcing requirements. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in recruiting of commercial resources. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in providing contractual and commercial training to all staff in the CMDP business. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in review and continuous development of commercial processes and procedures Undertake approvals to gates and other processes in accordance with the CMDP authority matrix. Deputise for the Senior Commercial Manager as and when required. Experience: A comprehensive level of commercial experience preferably with a contracting organisation. BSc or HND in Quantity Surveying or other equivalent construction related subject Professionally qualified to RICS, CMinstCES or several years' experience in a management & leadership role. NEC3 Contract experience Preferably previous water/construction experience within a joint venture environment but this is not essential Experienced user of Microsoft products, Excel in particular. Experience & Knowledge of IT reporting systems Key Words: Key Words: Commercial Manager Commercial Management Commercial Director Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveying Commercial Support Project Delivery Construction Water Industry Water Sector Water Treatment Clean Water Wastewater Waste Water Sewage Utilities Framework Delivery JV Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract NEC3 NEC4 Power Generation Power Sector Power Industry Energy Industry Renewables Energy from Waste Nuclear Infrastructure
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Position: Commercial Manager Location: Brighton or Chatham with hybrid working Salary: 90-100k neg (DOE), bonus, car/allowance and excellent benefits package Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting six long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances. The Role: Our Client is looking to strengthen their commercial team with a Commercial Manager for their CMDP joint venture framework. Based at either the Brighton or Chatham office, you will provide leadership and management to the commercial delivery teams and core team commercial functions for the CMDP business. CMDP is a joint venture which will deliver a range of schemes to maintain and improve Southern Water's water supply and wastewater treatment works in the eastern half of its region (Kent & East Sussex). Responsibilities: You will report directly to the Senior Commercial Manager and the responsibilities will include: Commercial management of the out performance of projects & Tranches of projects. Commercial & contractual support to the procurement team. Provide input to continuous development of CMDP commercial strategy for pre-works orders & construction phase. Leading the commercial team in the tranche programme. Continuous review of commercial resource levels with the Programme Manager to ensure effective and efficient delivery. Advise Senior Commercial Manager of commercial resourcing requirements. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in recruiting of commercial resources. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in providing contractual and commercial training to all staff in the CMDP business. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in review and continuous development of commercial processes and procedures Undertake approvals to gates and other processes in accordance with the CMDP authority matrix. Deputise for the Senior Commercial Manager as and when required. Experience: A comprehensive level of commercial experience preferably with a contracting organisation. BSc or HND in Quantity Surveying or other equivalent construction related subject Professionally qualified to RICS, CMinstCES or several years' experience in a management & leadership role. NEC3 Contract experience Preferably previous water/construction experience within a joint venture environment but this is not essential Experienced user of Microsoft products, Excel in particular. Experience & Knowledge of IT reporting systems Key Words: Key Words: Commercial Manager Commercial Management Commercial Director Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveying Commercial Support Project Delivery Construction Water Industry Water Sector Water Treatment Clean Water Wastewater Waste Water Sewage Utilities Framework Delivery JV Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract NEC3 NEC4 Power Generation Power Sector Power Industry Energy Industry Renewables Energy from Waste Nuclear Infrastructure
Position: Lead Estimator Location: Brighton with hybrid working Salary: 80-85k neg (DOE), bonus, car/allowance and excellent benefits package Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting six long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances. The Role: You will report directly to the Pre-Construction Lead and your role will cover reviewing the Project Content Documents (PCD) and proposed scope of works to assist in preparation of innovative solutions and Bottom-up-estimates for the schemes along with a Top-Down review from cost curves and Schedules of rates to assist in negotiation of the proposed Target Price. Responsibilities: Lead the estimating function across multiple water projects including management of a multi-discipline estimating team including civil, mechanical and electrical estimating. Responsible for interfacing with the framework design, engineering, and delivery teams to provide estimating support for both projects and tenders. Work with the head of estimating to manage the estimating resources across the division. Be a leader in the bid / project team taking responsibility for the preparation of the estimate. Develop estimates at all stages of project life cycle from feasibility and concept through to detailed design stage. Lead on the development of estimating strategies and present to senior stakeholders both internal and external. Work closely with the bid and/or project team and be responsible for preparation of either the civils, electrical or mechanical estimate for each project. Technical and commercial appraisal of material and subcontractor quotations to ensure full coverage of the scope is priced. Attend site visits during the tender period. Experience: Preferably Chartered Significant experience working as an Estimator for a major civils contractor in the water sector Experienced pricing medium to large value civil engineering projects Familiar with Civil Engineering Method of Measurement Customer Focused, Open and Honest, Safe and Environmentally aware Excellent communication skills and a great team player Knowledge of CCS Candy Estimating system would be an advantage although training will be given. Degree level qualified or equivalent in a Civil, Mechanical or Electrical/ICA Engineering related discipline Package include: A competitive salary Hybrid Working (Jobs needs dependent) Car/car allowance (Jobs needs dependent) 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance, Health Insurance, Private Medical Insurance And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, Kids Pass etc Key Words: Estimator Estimating Target Price Bids Bidding Tenders Proposals Construction Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract Sub-Contracts NEC Water Treatment Water Sector Water Industry Clean Water Wastewater Waste Water Utilities Sewage Rail Highways Power Generation Power Sector Energy from Waste Energy Sector Infrastructure Method of Measurement CCS Candy Civils Civil Engineering
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Position: Lead Estimator Location: Brighton with hybrid working Salary: 80-85k neg (DOE), bonus, car/allowance and excellent benefits package Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting six long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances. The Role: You will report directly to the Pre-Construction Lead and your role will cover reviewing the Project Content Documents (PCD) and proposed scope of works to assist in preparation of innovative solutions and Bottom-up-estimates for the schemes along with a Top-Down review from cost curves and Schedules of rates to assist in negotiation of the proposed Target Price. Responsibilities: Lead the estimating function across multiple water projects including management of a multi-discipline estimating team including civil, mechanical and electrical estimating. Responsible for interfacing with the framework design, engineering, and delivery teams to provide estimating support for both projects and tenders. Work with the head of estimating to manage the estimating resources across the division. Be a leader in the bid / project team taking responsibility for the preparation of the estimate. Develop estimates at all stages of project life cycle from feasibility and concept through to detailed design stage. Lead on the development of estimating strategies and present to senior stakeholders both internal and external. Work closely with the bid and/or project team and be responsible for preparation of either the civils, electrical or mechanical estimate for each project. Technical and commercial appraisal of material and subcontractor quotations to ensure full coverage of the scope is priced. Attend site visits during the tender period. Experience: Preferably Chartered Significant experience working as an Estimator for a major civils contractor in the water sector Experienced pricing medium to large value civil engineering projects Familiar with Civil Engineering Method of Measurement Customer Focused, Open and Honest, Safe and Environmentally aware Excellent communication skills and a great team player Knowledge of CCS Candy Estimating system would be an advantage although training will be given. Degree level qualified or equivalent in a Civil, Mechanical or Electrical/ICA Engineering related discipline Package include: A competitive salary Hybrid Working (Jobs needs dependent) Car/car allowance (Jobs needs dependent) 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance, Health Insurance, Private Medical Insurance And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, Kids Pass etc Key Words: Estimator Estimating Target Price Bids Bidding Tenders Proposals Construction Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract Sub-Contracts NEC Water Treatment Water Sector Water Industry Clean Water Wastewater Waste Water Utilities Sewage Rail Highways Power Generation Power Sector Energy from Waste Energy Sector Infrastructure Method of Measurement CCS Candy Civils Civil Engineering
Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Southampton with hybrid working available Salary: 60-70k (Neg DOE), car/allowance, and excellent benefits package Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting eight long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances. The Role: Our client is looking to looking to strengthen their Commercial team with a Senior Quantity Surveyor based at their flagship water treatment project near Southampton. The contract is currently in ECI/design stage with ad hoc works as required programmed to 2030. This is a great opportunity to be part of a major project valued at 150m. You will report directly to the Commercial Manager, and you will be expected to take responsibility for the commercial management of projects. Responsibilities: Quantity surveying duties in respect of managing projects and work packages Liaise with design, construction and supply chain teams to capture, analyse and control cost Collaborative work with the client to ensure business requirements are met Manage the main contract ensuring contractual notices and correspondence are identified and raised as necessary Preparation and issue of subcontract documentation Assist in the management and performance of subcontractors Manage the preparation and agreement of applications for payment Preparation of project cost & value reports, budgets and forecasts. Assist in the management and development of junior commercial staff Maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback. Take all reasonable steps to ensure appropriate confidentiality Experience: Qualification in quantity surveying or other construction related discipline Working towards or have chartered membership of a recognised institution Experience in utilities/civil engineering/MEICA sectors NEC3 Experience Experience of managing and developing an individual or small team Package includes: A competitive salary, bonus, car/car allowance 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Insurance Private Medical Insurance and many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc. Key Words: Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveying QS SQS Commercial Management Construction Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract Sub-Contracts NEC Water Treatment Water Sector Water Industry Wastewater Waste Water Utilities Sewage Rail Highways Power Generation Power Sector Energy Sector Oil Gas Petrochemical Energy from Waste Infrastructure Procurement Valuations Variations Claims Final Accounts
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Southampton with hybrid working available Salary: 60-70k (Neg DOE), car/allowance, and excellent benefits package Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting eight long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances. The Role: Our client is looking to looking to strengthen their Commercial team with a Senior Quantity Surveyor based at their flagship water treatment project near Southampton. The contract is currently in ECI/design stage with ad hoc works as required programmed to 2030. This is a great opportunity to be part of a major project valued at 150m. You will report directly to the Commercial Manager, and you will be expected to take responsibility for the commercial management of projects. Responsibilities: Quantity surveying duties in respect of managing projects and work packages Liaise with design, construction and supply chain teams to capture, analyse and control cost Collaborative work with the client to ensure business requirements are met Manage the main contract ensuring contractual notices and correspondence are identified and raised as necessary Preparation and issue of subcontract documentation Assist in the management and performance of subcontractors Manage the preparation and agreement of applications for payment Preparation of project cost & value reports, budgets and forecasts. Assist in the management and development of junior commercial staff Maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback. Take all reasonable steps to ensure appropriate confidentiality Experience: Qualification in quantity surveying or other construction related discipline Working towards or have chartered membership of a recognised institution Experience in utilities/civil engineering/MEICA sectors NEC3 Experience Experience of managing and developing an individual or small team Package includes: A competitive salary, bonus, car/car allowance 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Insurance Private Medical Insurance and many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc. Key Words: Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveying QS SQS Commercial Management Construction Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract Sub-Contracts NEC Water Treatment Water Sector Water Industry Wastewater Waste Water Utilities Sewage Rail Highways Power Generation Power Sector Energy Sector Oil Gas Petrochemical Energy from Waste Infrastructure Procurement Valuations Variations Claims Final Accounts
