Pre Contract Power Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager London, UK Req 23 July 2025 Pre Contract Power Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager London (Hybrid) Permanent - Full time Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to work within the Power SBU alongside the operation, technical and bidding teams to be the dedicated Commercial Lead for Pre-Contract matters for all tenders. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager within the SBU, ensuring that all governance is followed whilst working in a pro-active manner to engage and negotiate with new and existing clients. To lead on the negotiation process both upstream and downstream (where required) with effective negotiation strategies in place that protect the businesses "red lines". Comply with the company's Health and Safety standards ensuring that the safety first and foremost message is visible and alive throughout all activities relating to the activities they complete. Provide leadership for the whole team (Commercial Team and Wider); in line with company standards and values, working to maximise the potential of both the teams and the individuals within them. Commercial Contract evaluation for bids including Commercial Review, Legal review, risk profile and mitigation strategy, Insurance and bonds review. Ensure all rates are built up from 1st principles and Market tested. Liaise with other SBU's including internal Professional Services for internal design for prospective tenders Manage contracts and ensure the appropriate commercial rigour in line with Group operating standards are applied. Manage tender costs within the SBU and ensure they are fair and equitable. Lead on Handover to delivery team Complete business reports as detailed by the Managing Director, Operations Director, Commercial Director and/or Senior Commercial Manager Ensure all contracts, up and down supply chain, are in place and appropriate for the business. Provide Projected Cash Flow Forecasts. Value Completed works as required. Identify & notification of Compensation Events (if required) Work with estimator and in turn CVR creation. Attend Client progress meetings and prepare necessary commercial paperwork for OD (if required) Follow procedures for Client Work Approval Manage Application, Invoicing and Debts. Attend cash calls (as required) with details on nonpayment's/approvals. Management of Commercial team (potential for future) Strong knowledge of the business unit's financial targets and forecasting with an understanding of how each element of the forecast is structured, and a focus on working with the Operations team to ensure that this is met every month. What We're Looking For Significant Experience of responsibility for the commercial performance of projects HV Experience and in particular New Connections/Point of Connections Experience on Various forms of Contract: NEC/JCT/FIDIC Experience with Civil Engineering and Construction projects Experience of successfully managing a team. Qualifications Chartership and/or Membership to industry recognised body We continuously evolve our benefits to attract and retain great people. Here's what you can expect: Salary Sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Up to 25 days holidays (Buy & Sell option) plus 8 Bank Holidays 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. 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 notic e. 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 Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, 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
Jul 31, 2025
Full time
Pre Contract Power Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager London, UK Req 23 July 2025 Pre Contract Power Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager London (Hybrid) Permanent - Full time Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to work within the Power SBU alongside the operation, technical and bidding teams to be the dedicated Commercial Lead for Pre-Contract matters for all tenders. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager within the SBU, ensuring that all governance is followed whilst working in a pro-active manner to engage and negotiate with new and existing clients. To lead on the negotiation process both upstream and downstream (where required) with effective negotiation strategies in place that protect the businesses "red lines". Comply with the company's Health and Safety standards ensuring that the safety first and foremost message is visible and alive throughout all activities relating to the activities they complete. Provide leadership for the whole team (Commercial Team and Wider); in line with company standards and values, working to maximise the potential of both the teams and the individuals within them. Commercial Contract evaluation for bids including Commercial Review, Legal review, risk profile and mitigation strategy, Insurance and bonds review. Ensure all rates are built up from 1st principles and Market tested. Liaise with other SBU's including internal Professional Services for internal design for prospective tenders Manage contracts and ensure the appropriate commercial rigour in line with Group operating standards are applied. Manage tender costs within the SBU and ensure they are fair and equitable. Lead on Handover to delivery team Complete business reports as detailed by the Managing Director, Operations Director, Commercial Director and/or Senior Commercial Manager Ensure all contracts, up and down supply chain, are in place and appropriate for the business. Provide Projected Cash Flow Forecasts. Value Completed works as required. Identify & notification of Compensation Events (if required) Work with estimator and in turn CVR creation. Attend Client progress meetings and prepare necessary commercial paperwork for OD (if required) Follow procedures for Client Work Approval Manage Application, Invoicing and Debts. Attend cash calls (as required) with details on nonpayment's/approvals. Management of Commercial team (potential for future) Strong knowledge of the business unit's financial targets and forecasting with an understanding of how each element of the forecast is structured, and a focus on working with the Operations team to ensure that this is met every month. What We're Looking For Significant Experience of responsibility for the commercial performance of projects HV Experience and in particular New Connections/Point of Connections Experience on Various forms of Contract: NEC/JCT/FIDIC Experience with Civil Engineering and Construction projects Experience of successfully managing a team. Qualifications Chartership and/or Membership to industry recognised body We continuously evolve our benefits to attract and retain great people. Here's what you can expect: Salary Sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Up to 25 days holidays (Buy & Sell option) plus 8 Bank Holidays 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. 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 notic e. 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 Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, 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
Key Account Director / Client Interface Director London, UK Req Client Interface Director / Key Account Director Location: London Type: Permanent Summary Freedom's Group is seeking a Client Interface Director to play a vital role in delivering major projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in large-scale construction projects, understanding the client's perspective, and acting as the conduit between clients and our site delivery team to ensure smooth project execution. Key Responsibilities Ensure commitments to NGB and Freedoms are met. Identify all key client representatives. Develop and implement project communication plans. Define project roles and responsibilities to facilitate effective communication. Develop project-wide processes. Lead all client escalation matters. Create project insights and performance metrics. During the client initiation phase, develop the communication strategy by establishing clear channels and frequencies. Establish protocols for regular updates, feedback collection, and issue resolution. Qualifications and Experience Experience in large construction projects, with previous senior leadership roles such as Project Director or Senior Project Manager. Experience as a client representative, communication manager, or in supply chain management. Demonstrates empathy, outcome-focused thinking, teamwork, collaboration, and a commitment to professional and technical excellence. Benefits Pension with a leading provider, up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday Personal wellbeing and volunteer days Private medical insurance 24/7 Employee Assistance Program supporting mental health and well-being, including counseling and legal advice Flexible benefits such as dental insurance, gym memberships, Give As You Earn, travel insurance, and tax-free bikes Next Steps We are committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone is treated with respect. We will outline the recruitment process in advance and accommodate any needs during the application or interview process. If you require accommodations, please let us know. About Us Freedom is part of the NG Bailey Group, a leading independent engineering and services business in the UK, founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3,000 employees. We focus on developing our people through training and support innovative, responsible projects across various sectors in the building and infrastructure industry, utilizing the latest tools and technologies. We value progression and provide clear development paths, supported by regular reviews, training, and ongoing support.
Jul 23, 2025
Full time
Key Account Director / Client Interface Director London, UK Req Client Interface Director / Key Account Director Location: London Type: Permanent Summary Freedom's Group is seeking a Client Interface Director to play a vital role in delivering major projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in large-scale construction projects, understanding the client's perspective, and acting as the conduit between clients and our site delivery team to ensure smooth project execution. Key Responsibilities Ensure commitments to NGB and Freedoms are met. Identify all key client representatives. Develop and implement project communication plans. Define project roles and responsibilities to facilitate effective communication. Develop project-wide processes. Lead all client escalation matters. Create project insights and performance metrics. During the client initiation phase, develop the communication strategy by establishing clear channels and frequencies. Establish protocols for regular updates, feedback collection, and issue resolution. Qualifications and Experience Experience in large construction projects, with previous senior leadership roles such as Project Director or Senior Project Manager. Experience as a client representative, communication manager, or in supply chain management. Demonstrates empathy, outcome-focused thinking, teamwork, collaboration, and a commitment to professional and technical excellence. Benefits Pension with a leading provider, up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday Personal wellbeing and volunteer days Private medical insurance 24/7 Employee Assistance Program supporting mental health and well-being, including counseling and legal advice Flexible benefits such as dental insurance, gym memberships, Give As You Earn, travel insurance, and tax-free bikes Next Steps We are committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone is treated with respect. We will outline the recruitment process in advance and accommodate any needs during the application or interview process. If you require accommodations, please let us know. About Us Freedom is part of the NG Bailey Group, a leading independent engineering and services business in the UK, founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3,000 employees. We focus on developing our people through training and support innovative, responsible projects across various sectors in the building and infrastructure industry, utilizing the latest tools and technologies. We value progression and provide clear development paths, supported by regular reviews, training, and ongoing support.
Competitive salary + Commercial Vehicle + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom Networks are looking for a Site Supervisor to work as part of a team in delivering a major 132kV project in London, which involves the construction of a substation and cable routes from point of connections. The Site Supervisor will manage and supervise construction activity on the project. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Survey work sites (prior, during, and after) including final re-measures to include and report to Construction Manager Plan works in the field of expertise (Electrical/Civils) Effective planning and utilization of staff. Preview work areas prior to works commencing Compile job packs for setting teams to work Carry out forward planning to identify future resource needs Compiling and submitting Permits/PAIs Setting to work of staff and ensuring compliance against procedures Managing sub-contractors to ensure work is delivered safely and to design Proactively managing H&S issues & concerns, working closely with Project Management, Design, and Site Management staff to maintain an accident and incident-free culture Maintain awareness of H&S policy and rules and keep up to date on changes that impact your role. Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations Motivate Field staff to deliver high-quality work in a consistent manner Ensure all site documentation is compiled and returned to the project manager Ensure construction teams are equipped with the correct tools for the job - e.g., IT equipment, general and special tooling, etc. Work closely with Senior Project Managers and Project Managers to develop project programmes to fully meet customer requirements. Mentor and guide staff members Be creative in finding solutions to resource/schedule problems to maintain project programme Proactively report resource concerns at appropriate times in project programme to avoid short notice problems Inform PM of SOW changes or variations in designs, especially if it has a financial impact What we're looking for: Experience of managing sites and field-based staff on high voltage cable or substation projects and U/G works NRSWA IoSH - Managing Safety OR SMSTS, SSSTS Good communication skills (dealing with Client and Customers) We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Company commercial vehicle Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Up to 25 days holiday 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. 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 organization. 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 Freedom is part of the NG Bailey Group, 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.
Feb 03, 2025
Full time
Competitive salary + Commercial Vehicle + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom Networks are looking for a Site Supervisor to work as part of a team in delivering a major 132kV project in London, which involves the construction of a substation and cable routes from point of connections. The Site Supervisor will manage and supervise construction activity on the project. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Survey work sites (prior, during, and after) including final re-measures to include and report to Construction Manager Plan works in the field of expertise (Electrical/Civils) Effective planning and utilization of staff. Preview work areas prior to works commencing Compile job packs for setting teams to work Carry out forward planning to identify future resource needs Compiling and submitting Permits/PAIs Setting to work of staff and ensuring compliance against procedures Managing sub-contractors to ensure work is delivered safely and to design Proactively managing H&S issues & concerns, working closely with Project Management, Design, and Site Management staff to maintain an accident and incident-free culture Maintain awareness of H&S policy and rules and keep up to date on changes that impact your role. Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations Motivate Field staff to deliver high-quality work in a consistent manner Ensure all site documentation is compiled and returned to the project manager Ensure construction teams are equipped with the correct tools for the job - e.g., IT equipment, general and special tooling, etc. Work closely with Senior Project Managers and Project Managers to develop project programmes to fully meet customer requirements. Mentor and guide staff members Be creative in finding solutions to resource/schedule problems to maintain project programme Proactively report resource concerns at appropriate times in project programme to avoid short notice problems Inform PM of SOW changes or variations in designs, especially if it has a financial impact What we're looking for: Experience of managing sites and field-based staff on high voltage cable or substation projects and U/G works NRSWA IoSH - Managing Safety OR SMSTS, SSSTS Good communication skills (dealing with Client and Customers) We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Company commercial vehicle Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Up to 25 days holiday 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. 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 organization. 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 Freedom is part of the NG Bailey Group, 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.