Bidwells

Bidwells is seeking an ambitious Town Planner (Assistant or Planner level) to join our expanding London team. You will work across diverse projects in London and beyond, shaping places, supporting regeneration, and delivering developments with lasting community impact. This role offers exposure to high-profile city redevelopments, mixed-use, education, residential, and commercial schemes, with strong opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative planning department.

Bidwells in London is seeking an ambitious Town Planner (Assistant or Planner level) to join our growing London team. You'll work on a diverse portfolio of projects in London and beyond, helping shape places, support regeneration, and deliver developments that leave a lasting impact on communities. This role offers excellent exposure to high-profile schemes with opportunities for growth, mentoring from a collaborative team, and a supportive environment that values knowledge sharing and

Bidwells in Oxford is seeking a Senior or Associate Project Manager to lead complex developments and build lasting client relationships. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams, ensuring delivery from inception to handover on projects across science, education and commercial estates. The role emphasizes consultancy-based project management, stakeholder engagement and robust risk management, with opportunities to mentor colleagues and contribute to business development.

Facilities Manager Department Commercial Contract type Permanent Hours 37 Salary DOE Are you an experienced Facilities Manager looking for your next challenge? If so, Bidwells is seeking a talented Facilities Manager to join our Cambridge Science Park team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the management of one of the UK's leading innovation and business communities. We're looking for a proactive, technically astute and highly organised individual who can successfully manage a complex multi-tenant environment while delivering an exceptional level of service across a diverse portfolio of laboratory, office and mixed-use buildings. Working as part of the Cambridge Science Park Property Management team, you will take responsibility for the delivery of facilities management services across a range of multi-let, directly owned and vacant properties within the client's portfolio. The role offers significant variety and autonomy, with responsibility spanning operational facilities management, statutory compliance, sustainability initiatives and financial oversight, including supporting service charge budgeting and expenditure control. You'll work closely with a broad range of stakeholders, including property managers, asset managers, project managers, building surveyors, health & safety advisors, contractors, suppliers and the Cambridge Science Park Director, ensuring the estate operates efficiently, safely and to the highest standards. As part of the wider Investment & Property Management team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across multiple disciplines, share best practice, contribute to operational improvements and be part of a supportive and engaging team culture. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and making a tangible impact within a dynamic and evolving environment. What you'll be doing? Deliver facilities management services across a portfolio of multi-let and vacant buildings. Manage contractors, service partners and key suppliers to ensure high service standards. Monitor service charges, budgets and expenditure to support effective financial control. Oversee essential building services, including M&E, utilities, cleaning and maintenance. Ensure compliance with health & safety, statutory and lease obligations. Conduct regular building inspections and manage risk, compliance and contractor records. Support sustainability initiatives to improve environmental performance across the estate. Act as a key point of contact for occupiers, managing tenant queries and move-ins/outs. Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to deliver projects and continuous improvements. Provide regular updates on facilities performance, compliance and operational activities. Essential Extensive relevant facilities management experience working for a managing agent (direct competitor), within a multi-site/high profile environment. Health & safety-related qualification (NEBOSH, IOSH). General understanding of commercial leases and the landlord/tenant relationship. General understanding of commercial property related Health and Safety compliance, Risk Assessment and Audit. Experience of service charge budgeting/accounting within a property/facilities management environment. Direct management and/or supervision of staff/suppliers or third-party contractors being familiar with use of KPi's to monitor performance. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages including Excel, Word, One Note, Outlook, accounting software and CAFM systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Numerate with high level of attention to detail Pro-active and positive "can-do" approach & excellent problem-solving skills Good team worker and player with excellent interpersonal skills Enjoys a fast paced and teamwork environment Contract administration and tendering skills Desired Facilities Management related qualification (MBIFM, DipFM or property related qualification (MRICS or Assoc RICS) Experience with property management systems, H&S systems and helpdesk systems Why Bidwells? Bidwells has built an unrivalled reputation within the science and technology sector. We advise many of the UK's most influential investors, developers and occupiers, combining technical excellence with deep market knowledge across Cambridge, Oxford, London and beyond. If you want to build a career-not just a CV-we'd love to hear from you What's in it for you Competitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent with generous salary and group bonus scheme. As a Real Living Wage employer, we're committed to fair pay that reflects the true cost of living. Comprehensive Benefits: Including up to 8% matched pension, 28 days holiday (+ bank holidays) as a minimum, along with your birthday off work, a wellness day, paid sabbaticals, private medical cover, medicash plan, lifestyle discounts and perks, and more. Professional Development: Continuous learning, study support and promotion opportunities. Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of industry trends. Family Friendly: We offer enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you. Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and offer agile working to support it. Bidwells is dedicated to fostering a truly inclusive culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive and succeed as their true and authentic selves at every level. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief. Flexible working requests are considered from day one. REF-

At Bidwells, we're one of the UK's leading property consultancies, driven by a clear purpose: delivering the UK's most sustainable and forward-thinking property advice. Our Project Management team partners with clients to deliver complex development and construction projects from concept through to completion, providing strategic advice, commercial expertise and exceptional service every step of the way. Due to continued growth, we're looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our expanding London team. This is an exciting opportunity to take a lead role on high-profile capital projects across a diverse range of sectors, while helping to develop client relationships and supporting the growth of our project management offering. What you'll do As a Senior Project Manager, you'll lead the successful delivery of complex projects while acting as a trusted adviser to clients and mentoring more junior members of the team. Your responsibilities will include: Leading the delivery of multiple construction and development projects from inception to completion. Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, building long-term relationships and providing strategic project advice. Developing project briefs, programmes, execution plans and delivery strategies. Managing project governance, risk, budgets, procurement and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. Leading consultant appointments, tender processes and contractor management. Administering contracts and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget. Preparing and presenting high-quality reports to clients and key stakeholders. Identifying opportunities to add value and improve project outcomes. Supporting business development activities, networking and contributing to winning new work. Mentoring and supporting junior project managers, sharing knowledge and encouraging professional development. Keeping up to date with industry best practice, legislation and project management standards. About you We're looking for an experienced project management professional with a strong consultancy background and a passion for delivering outstanding client service. You'll ideally have: Significant experience delivering complex construction and capital projects within a professional consultancy environment. A proven ability to manage multiple projects and clients simultaneously. Excellent commercial awareness and financial management skills, including fee forecasting and project reporting. Strong stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills. Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams. A proactive, collaborative approach and the confidence to make informed decisions. A RICS-accredited degree in Project Management, Building Surveying, Construction Management, Architecture or a related discipline. Proficiency in Microsoft Project and other project management tools. MRICS or another relevant chartered professional qualification (preferred). NEC Project Manager accreditation or NEC contract experience would be advantageous. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites where required. Why Bidwells? We're a different kind of property consultancy. While we're a major player in the industry, we've remained an independent, privately-owned Partnership where people are trusted, supported and empowered to make a difference. As a certifiedB Corporation, we're committed to using business as a force for good-creating long-term value for our clients, our communities and the environment. When you join Bidwells, you'll enjoy: Competitive salary and performance bonus that recognises your contribution. Comprehensive benefits, including up to 8% matched pension, private medical cover, Medicash, lifestyle discounts and more. Generous annual leave, with a minimum of 28 days plus bank holidays, your birthday off and a dedicated wellness day. Paid sabbaticals and enhanced family leave policies. Excellent career progression, with ongoing professional development, study support and opportunities to progress. Agile working, helping you achieve a healthy work-life balance. The opportunity to work on exciting, high-quality projects alongside some of the industry's most respected professionals. Our Commitment to Inclusion At Bidwells, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief. Flexible working requests are welcomed from day one. Recruitment agencies: Bidwells only pays agency fees where a signed agreement is in place and the agency has been instructed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team to work on a specific vacancy. Unsolicited CVs submitted outside of this process will not be accepted, and no agency fees will be payable.

Bidwells, a leading UK property consultancy, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our London team. You will lead the delivery of complex projects, act as the main client contact, and mentor junior colleagues, while supporting business development and industry best practices. This role requires a track record in capital projects within consultancy, strong financial acumen, and MRICS or equivalent qualification (preferred).

Bidwells is seeking a Town Planner/Senior Planner in Perth to manage a caseload and provide planning support across a range of projects. You will work closely with the Planning Team, contributing to planning appraisals, consultations, and representations while developing client relationships and pursuing new opportunities. The role offers a collaborative environment, industry exposure, and opportunities for professional development within a leading real estate planning practice.

Are you passionate about town planning and eager to make a meaningful impact working on interesting and varied projects and shaping sustainable real estate? Due to growth, we have created an exciting new role for a Town Planner/Senior Planner to join our reputable Planning Team in Perth, toprovide support on a range of planning projects as well as manage their own caseload of projects. The Planning Team at Bidwells offers a comprehensive planning service to a wide range of clients, including developers, landowners and occupiers. They deal with the preparation of planning and development appraisals, planning, conservation area, listed building consent applications and planning appeals, manage the discharge of planning conditions for major scale developments and also submit representations on draft Local Development Plans. You will work closely with the team and alongside other departments, and this collaborative environment not only enhances your own professional development but also fosters a strong sense of community. What you'll be doing Provide planning advice to a range of clients and formulate planning strategies to promote sites. Take new job enquiries and preparing fee proposals. Proactively manage engagement with local planning authorities and other stakeholders. Undertake site assessments and establish development potential. Prepare high-quality planning submissions and progressing applications through the planning system. Research and compile robust evidence to support the planning case. Prepare design and access statements and other planning documents and reports. Represent the clients' commercial interests throughout the planning process. Written representations and assist in informal hearings and public enquiries. Monitor timeframes for publication of relevant planning documents. Client relationship management, making regular contact and understanding/anticipating client needs. Develop and maintain current and new client relationships. Identify and communicate new business opportunities to colleagues and clients. Understand and manage any potential conflicts of interest. Keeping abreast of relevant legislation, regulations and government guidance. Keep systems up-to-date. Other ad hoc town planning or admin duties as needed. About you A town planning or relevant degree (or equivalent). Chartered Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or actively working towards this. Some previous experience and knowledge of town planning and the planning system. Experience gained in either a consultancy or the private sector would be an advantage, but not essential. Any experience of renewables planning, policy planning or the development management process would be a bonus. Excellent report writing, communication and IT skills, with good attention to detail. Good interpersonal communication and relationship management skills. Client focused and resolved to exceed client expectations. Strong team player. Commercially aware. Full UK driving licence. Why Bidwells? We're a different kind of business. Whilst we're a major player in the property sector, Bidwells remains a privately owned, independent Partnership, with an inclusive, entrepreneurial culture. We give our people autonomy and take the time to listen. As a certified B Corporation (B-Corp), we are dedicated to using our business as a force for good, driving innovation, and creating long term value for our clients, communities, and the environment. What's in it for you Competitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent with generous salary and group bonus scheme. As a Real Living Wage employer, we're committed to fair pay that reflects the true cost of living. Comprehensive Benefits: Including up to 8% matched pension, 28 days holiday (+ bank holidays) as a minimum, along with your birthday off work, a wellness day, paid sabbaticals, private medical cover, medicash plan, lifestyle discounts and perks, and more. Professional Development: Continuous learning, study support and promotion opportunities. Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward thinking team at the forefront of industry trends. Family Friendly: We offer enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you. Work-Life Balance: We value your well being and offer agile working to support it. Bidwells is dedicated to fostering a truly inclusive culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive and succeed as their true and authentic selves at every level. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief. Flexible working requests are considered from day one.

Do you have extensive experience in the renewable energy sector with specific knowledge of land and property rights? Are you looking for a real opportunity to make a difference and work for a highly reputable, successful and expanding property consultancy? The Energy & Renewables team at Bidwells has been at the forefront of the sector for over 20 years, offering professional services to support landowners and developers across the UK. We have an exciting new opportunity for a confident, approachable and proactive consultant at the Partner level with exceptional negotiation and communication skills to help drive growth of the land and property service line,working closely with the existing team and other departments. You will collaborate with specialist teams in forestry, planning, natural capital and sustainable investment, grid and infrastructure experts acting for a range of energy and renewables clients across the country. What you'll be doing Advising landowners, developers and investors on the land rights required for commercial-scale renewable energy projects, across all technologies, while safeguarding their interests throughout the project lifecycle. Negotiating commercial terms on behalf of landowners and investors to agree option and draft lease terms for projects, as well as advising on ancillary property rights such as access, grid, habitat management. Providing clients with detailed recommendations. Promoting land and evaluating offers, and may also involve site acquisition advisory, due diligence, and tender exercises involving detailed analysis and strategic advice, ultimately providing clients with detailed recommendations. Client and project management. Business development, working with senior team members to evolve and implement a UK wide growth plan, identifying target opportunities,contributing to marketing, PR and representing at industry events. Building strategic relationships and promoting cross-selling of Bidwells' services. Collaborate with colleagues, solicitors, accountants, and other professional advisors to deliver top-quality guidance to clients. Visit sites to evaluate potential, establish client relationships, meet developers, and manage projects to completion. Lead, motivate and mentor team members to deliver profitable, high quality work and support their professional development. Conduct performance and development reviews with direct reports. Support Department planning, budgeting and financial management. Stay current with professional development to ensure technical expertise and business acumen. Act as a resource for firm-wide colleagues by providing accurate, informed advice. About you Extensive experience in negotiating terms on behalf of landowners and/or developers throughout the lifecycle of different types of renewable technology projects. Experience working in a similar consultancy in the energy industry, or a developer or closely related business. Leadership experience and must be a team player. People management experience is a bonus. Ability to manage multiple projects at various stages and competing deadlines. Lease management experience. Professional, approachable demeanour with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong business development and negotiation skills. Strong analytical and reporting skills along with accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent financial acumen and commercial awareness. Demonstrable track record of client care. Ability to instil a culture of continuous improvement. Ideally qualified to degree level. MRICS would be an advantage. Full UK driving licence. Why Bidwells? We're a different kind of business. Whilst we're a major player in the property sector, Bidwells remains a privately-owned, independent Partnership, with an inclusive, entrepreneurial culture. We give our people autonomy and take the time to listen. As a certified B Corporation (B-Corp), we are dedicated to using our business as a force for good, driving innovation, and creating long-term value for our clients, communities, and the environment. What's in it for you Competitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent with generous salary, car allowance and bonus schemes. As a Real Living Wage employer, we're committed to fair pay that reflects the true cost of living. Comprehensive Benefits: Including up to 8% matched pension, 28 days holiday (+ bank holidays) as a minimum, along with your birthday off work, a wellness day, paid sabbaticals, private medical cover, medicash plan, lifestyle discounts and perks, and more. Professional Development: Continuous learning, study support and promotion opportunities. Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of industry trends. Family Friendly: We offer enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you. Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and offer agile working to support it. Bidwells is dedicated to fostering a truly inclusive culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive and succeed as their true and authentic selves at every level. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief. Flexible working requests are considered from day one. Recruitment agencies: Bidwells only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been contacted and directed by a member of our Talent Acquisition Team to work on a specific vacancy. We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Bidwells or any of our employees other than via our Applicant Tracking System and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid. Submission of any unsolicited CVs or proposals to Bidwells will be deemed evidence of full and unlimited acceptance of this approach.