Murphy is recruiting for a Head of Business Systems to lead the Murphy Business Systems team based out of Wigan. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada and the USA, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. So that our teams out on projects can run smoothly, it is vital that we have robust support functions in place. We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Head of Business Systems to lead the optimisation, development, and support of enterprise business applications, with a primary focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations (D365 F&O). This leadership role will be responsible for ensuring that our business systems effectively support operational goals, drive efficiency, and align with long-term business strategy. A day in the life of Head of Business Systems at Murphy Lead the strategy, governance, and continuous improvement of business systems, with a core focus on D365 F&O and SAP SuccessFactors. Oversee the implementation, configuration, integration, and maintenance of D365 F&O across finance, supply chain, and operations teams. Partner with executive leadership to identify system and process improvement opportunities that align with organisational goals. Manage vendor relationships and third-party consultants for D365 F&O, SAP SuccessFactors and other enterprise applications. Lead a cross-functional team of functional consultants, D365 delivery managers, developers and analysis. Define KPIs and performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness and ROI of business systems. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls through sound system architecture and audit practices. Provide training and change management support to ensure successful adoption of new tools and processes. Stay current on new features and functionality within D365 F&O and recommend how these can benefit the organisation. Manage the business systems roadmap, budgeting, and resource planning. Still interested, does this sound like you? Proven experience in a leadership role managing enterprise business systems. Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations. Strong understanding of business processes in finance, procurement, supply chain, and operations. Experience leading ERP implementations or major upgrades, preferably with D365 F&O and SAP SuccessFactors. Demonstrated ability to align IT systems with business strategy and deliver measurable outcomes. Strong project management skills with experience in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Jun 12, 2025
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a Head of Business Systems to lead the Murphy Business Systems team based out of Wigan. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada and the USA, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. So that our teams out on projects can run smoothly, it is vital that we have robust support functions in place. We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Head of Business Systems to lead the optimisation, development, and support of enterprise business applications, with a primary focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations (D365 F&O). This leadership role will be responsible for ensuring that our business systems effectively support operational goals, drive efficiency, and align with long-term business strategy. A day in the life of Head of Business Systems at Murphy Lead the strategy, governance, and continuous improvement of business systems, with a core focus on D365 F&O and SAP SuccessFactors. Oversee the implementation, configuration, integration, and maintenance of D365 F&O across finance, supply chain, and operations teams. Partner with executive leadership to identify system and process improvement opportunities that align with organisational goals. Manage vendor relationships and third-party consultants for D365 F&O, SAP SuccessFactors and other enterprise applications. Lead a cross-functional team of functional consultants, D365 delivery managers, developers and analysis. Define KPIs and performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness and ROI of business systems. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls through sound system architecture and audit practices. Provide training and change management support to ensure successful adoption of new tools and processes. Stay current on new features and functionality within D365 F&O and recommend how these can benefit the organisation. Manage the business systems roadmap, budgeting, and resource planning. Still interested, does this sound like you? Proven experience in a leadership role managing enterprise business systems. Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations. Strong understanding of business processes in finance, procurement, supply chain, and operations. Experience leading ERP implementations or major upgrades, preferably with D365 F&O and SAP SuccessFactors. Demonstrated ability to align IT systems with business strategy and deliver measurable outcomes. Strong project management skills with experience in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Murphy is recruiting for a title to work with Natural Resources on the Western Gas pipeline project in the South Midlands area. This role will be based out of Stone Cross with travel to sites as and when needed. We maintain, operate, modify, design, construct and commission new energy networks and facilities across four countries; guiding our customers through the challenges of the energy transition and supporting their commitments to achieve net zero emissions. We provide safe and reliable specialist services as a trusted Engineering, Procure, Fabrication, Maintain and Decommissioning (EPFCM&D) partner. This includes work with onshore and offshore oil, gas pipelines, gas diversions and renewable energies. A day in the life of a Murphy Design Manager Lead the engineering design delivery of existing & new build and extension projects as part of the Natural Resources portfolio. Lead Design Management requirements at tender and/or Early Contractor Engagement stage and allocate resources as appropriate during tender, FEED, and detailed design stages. Integrate multiple engineering disciplines from a mix of internal and external designers and OEMs. Undertake the role of Principal Design Representative on project(s) ensuring design information is being suitable managed to the various roles and compliant with the requirements of CDM 2015 Regulations Involvement in the development of Business Unit and Group Design Management continual process improvement activities Review design pack submissions as required for technical compliance, quality and completeness. Develop and assist the project Planners with maintaining the design and engineering aspect of programmes. Monitor and expedite key engineering programme issues including the procurement of services and equipment to the Business Unit Procurement function. Review and liaise with internal Temporary Works Coordinators and Designers to ensure appropriate consideration of constructability and required permanent works. Manage compliance with Standards and Client requirements and assist in monitoring to ensure working to standard requirements. Ensure an understanding of, and an influence on the contracts Design Consultants are working under including their fees, schedule of services, programme, and liabilities and warranties. Review and comment the payment applications from consultants and pass to the contract surveyor for processing and payment. Represent the department, when necessary, at internal and external meetings and in the absence of the Senior Engineering Manager Line management of a sub-team of design coordinators including mentoring and assisting their development and learning Still interested, does this sound like you? Incorporated or Chartered Engineer with a UK engineering institute (IMechE, ICE, IChemE. IET, IGEM etc) Experience across Oil & Gas i.e. Compressors, AGI's or Pipelines. Experience within Mechanical OR E,C&I experience (Electrical, Control & Instrumentation). Experience managing BIM delivery, experience of hand over of design requirements at completion.
Jun 03, 2025
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a title to work with Natural Resources on the Western Gas pipeline project in the South Midlands area. This role will be based out of Stone Cross with travel to sites as and when needed. We maintain, operate, modify, design, construct and commission new energy networks and facilities across four countries; guiding our customers through the challenges of the energy transition and supporting their commitments to achieve net zero emissions. We provide safe and reliable specialist services as a trusted Engineering, Procure, Fabrication, Maintain and Decommissioning (EPFCM&D) partner. This includes work with onshore and offshore oil, gas pipelines, gas diversions and renewable energies. A day in the life of a Murphy Design Manager Lead the engineering design delivery of existing & new build and extension projects as part of the Natural Resources portfolio. Lead Design Management requirements at tender and/or Early Contractor Engagement stage and allocate resources as appropriate during tender, FEED, and detailed design stages. Integrate multiple engineering disciplines from a mix of internal and external designers and OEMs. Undertake the role of Principal Design Representative on project(s) ensuring design information is being suitable managed to the various roles and compliant with the requirements of CDM 2015 Regulations Involvement in the development of Business Unit and Group Design Management continual process improvement activities Review design pack submissions as required for technical compliance, quality and completeness. Develop and assist the project Planners with maintaining the design and engineering aspect of programmes. Monitor and expedite key engineering programme issues including the procurement of services and equipment to the Business Unit Procurement function. Review and liaise with internal Temporary Works Coordinators and Designers to ensure appropriate consideration of constructability and required permanent works. Manage compliance with Standards and Client requirements and assist in monitoring to ensure working to standard requirements. Ensure an understanding of, and an influence on the contracts Design Consultants are working under including their fees, schedule of services, programme, and liabilities and warranties. Review and comment the payment applications from consultants and pass to the contract surveyor for processing and payment. Represent the department, when necessary, at internal and external meetings and in the absence of the Senior Engineering Manager Line management of a sub-team of design coordinators including mentoring and assisting their development and learning Still interested, does this sound like you? Incorporated or Chartered Engineer with a UK engineering institute (IMechE, ICE, IChemE. IET, IGEM etc) Experience across Oil & Gas i.e. Compressors, AGI's or Pipelines. Experience within Mechanical OR E,C&I experience (Electrical, Control & Instrumentation). Experience managing BIM delivery, experience of hand over of design requirements at completion.
Murphy is recruiting for a People Business Advisor to work in our growing Energy business unit based at Wigan. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy People Business Advisor Provide clear and timely advice to managers and employees on Employee Relations cases and a wide array of general People matters. Assist with the planning, design and evaluation of ER related initiatives that support the immediate and future organisational strategic goals and being flexible enough to cope with changes in the organisation as and when they occur. Participate in specialist projects (e.g. employee engagement, salary review, resource planning, talent review etc.), ensuring project progress and completion are in line with set deadlines. Attend meetings as required to support People activity within your business areas. Provide Line Managers with expert ER advice and guidance, ensuring the advice and support given is proactive, accurate and timely. Ensure that ER advice to Line Managers is in-line with Company values, policies and procedures, HR best practice plus prevailing legislative and regulatory requirements in order to minimise the risk to the Company. Establish the upfront facts of the potential case and coach Line Manager on next steps and address ER issues at any early stage to mitigate tribunal claims. Provide Line Managers with clear reasons behind advice and recommended actions. Advise and provide guidance on grievance, capability and disciplinary cases. Offer support as necessary for investigations and appeals. (Support with formal hearings where required) Liaising with SHES to ensure effective Occupational Health case management so that long term and intermittent absence cases are managed proactively. Proactive in managing sick absence levels, return to work programmes where applicable. Still interested, does this sound like you? CIPD Level 5 qualified or qualified by experience Generalist HR experience is desirable Willingness to travel, full driving license is essential. Proven track record of providing expert ER advice and ER case management. First-hand exposure of HR in a commercially oriented business Established experience of coaching and developing managers and senior staff members. Experience of leading Employee Relations cases, including large scale projects such as TUPE, Acquisitions, Restructuring & Redundancy.
Mar 08, 2025
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a People Business Advisor to work in our growing Energy business unit based at Wigan. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy People Business Advisor Provide clear and timely advice to managers and employees on Employee Relations cases and a wide array of general People matters. Assist with the planning, design and evaluation of ER related initiatives that support the immediate and future organisational strategic goals and being flexible enough to cope with changes in the organisation as and when they occur. Participate in specialist projects (e.g. employee engagement, salary review, resource planning, talent review etc.), ensuring project progress and completion are in line with set deadlines. Attend meetings as required to support People activity within your business areas. Provide Line Managers with expert ER advice and guidance, ensuring the advice and support given is proactive, accurate and timely. Ensure that ER advice to Line Managers is in-line with Company values, policies and procedures, HR best practice plus prevailing legislative and regulatory requirements in order to minimise the risk to the Company. Establish the upfront facts of the potential case and coach Line Manager on next steps and address ER issues at any early stage to mitigate tribunal claims. Provide Line Managers with clear reasons behind advice and recommended actions. Advise and provide guidance on grievance, capability and disciplinary cases. Offer support as necessary for investigations and appeals. (Support with formal hearings where required) Liaising with SHES to ensure effective Occupational Health case management so that long term and intermittent absence cases are managed proactively. Proactive in managing sick absence levels, return to work programmes where applicable. Still interested, does this sound like you? CIPD Level 5 qualified or qualified by experience Generalist HR experience is desirable Willingness to travel, full driving license is essential. Proven track record of providing expert ER advice and ER case management. First-hand exposure of HR in a commercially oriented business Established experience of coaching and developing managers and senior staff members. Experience of leading Employee Relations cases, including large scale projects such as TUPE, Acquisitions, Restructuring & Redundancy.
Company description: J. Murphy & Sons Limited is a leading global, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves lives by delivering world-class infrastructure.Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada, we provide better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including Transportation, Water, Power, Natural Resources, and Construction & Property.Headquartered in London, we also have a number of related businesses - Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Urban Infrastructure; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. We are specialists in delivering pipelines; design; marine; structural steel; tunnelling; fabrication; bridges and piling; and invest heavily in our substantial holding of plant; equipment and facilities.Murphy employs around 3,500 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as 'One Murphy' by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success.There's more to Murphy. Job description: Senior Quantity Surveyor - REAL Alliance (Rail) - YORK Are you a Senior Quantity Surveyor or a Quantity Surveyor who is looking for that next challenge? Recently recognised as one of the UK's top best Big Companies to work for, you would be working on a prestigious project with continued development with a variety of responsibilities.If this sounds like something you would be interested in look at the role outlined below and if you feel you have the capability and skills, J. Murphy & Sons would love to hear from you regarding the Senior Quantity Surveyor position within our team on REAL Alliance. This project has sites between Doncaster & Berwick, with an office based in York. Welcome to REAL: As part of our £1.2 billion East Coast Upgrade, we're improving the power supply on the East Coast Main Line to enable faster, quieter, and more environmentally friendly electric trains to run. The upgrade paves the way for the introduction of new trains, such as LNER's Azuma and Hull Trains' Paragon fleetsThe REAL Alliance involves the installation of feeder and substations along the East Coast Main Line, capacity upgrades, new 132kv connection at Hambleton junction and upgrades to existing power supply connections The Senior Quantity Surveyor (Senior QS) is responsible for the commercial reporting and the coordination of actual costs on behalf of their assigned programme of works, supporting the Commercial Manager in administering the contract and supporting the commercial governance of the Alliance. What you will be doing Collate the commercial reporting requirements on a periodic basis by the Governance Handbook and as directed. Brief the Project Manager on the bill of quantities, specification, and contractual implications of the ongoing project. Update the project estimate in line with project development and throughout the GRIP delivery stages of the programme. Liaise with other disciplines within the programme organisation and wider REAL Alliance to provide robust and accurate commercial information. Implement commercial control and audit regimes to achieve adherence to the Governance Plan within own area of expertise. Support the Commercial Manager and the wider Commercial Team in ensuring all periodic reporting requirements are fulfilled and provide assurance to the Alliance Management Team as to the accuracy of the reporting outputs. The monitoring of costs against tender/contract specifications and agreements. Advising the Commercial Manager immediately of any major problem areas. Giving and receiving costing information regarding ongoing contracts and ensure appropriate notification of any variations to cost or specification and gaining the relevant authorisation. Whilst also raising any variation orders or claims as appropriate. Prepare and produce Alliance commercial reports relating to AFC management, forecast/actual cost variances, earned value management, change management. Who we are looking for BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying (or equivalent qualification) Previous exposure or track record in commercial controls and contract administration for infrastructure projects. Experience of working on collaborative projects with multiple companies. Ability to present and transmit complex commercial data in a clear and concise manner.
Dec 20, 2022
Full time
Company description: J. Murphy & Sons Limited is a leading global, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves lives by delivering world-class infrastructure.Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada, we provide better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including Transportation, Water, Power, Natural Resources, and Construction & Property.Headquartered in London, we also have a number of related businesses - Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Urban Infrastructure; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. We are specialists in delivering pipelines; design; marine; structural steel; tunnelling; fabrication; bridges and piling; and invest heavily in our substantial holding of plant; equipment and facilities.Murphy employs around 3,500 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as 'One Murphy' by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success.There's more to Murphy. Job description: Senior Quantity Surveyor - REAL Alliance (Rail) - YORK Are you a Senior Quantity Surveyor or a Quantity Surveyor who is looking for that next challenge? Recently recognised as one of the UK's top best Big Companies to work for, you would be working on a prestigious project with continued development with a variety of responsibilities.If this sounds like something you would be interested in look at the role outlined below and if you feel you have the capability and skills, J. Murphy & Sons would love to hear from you regarding the Senior Quantity Surveyor position within our team on REAL Alliance. This project has sites between Doncaster & Berwick, with an office based in York. Welcome to REAL: As part of our £1.2 billion East Coast Upgrade, we're improving the power supply on the East Coast Main Line to enable faster, quieter, and more environmentally friendly electric trains to run. The upgrade paves the way for the introduction of new trains, such as LNER's Azuma and Hull Trains' Paragon fleetsThe REAL Alliance involves the installation of feeder and substations along the East Coast Main Line, capacity upgrades, new 132kv connection at Hambleton junction and upgrades to existing power supply connections The Senior Quantity Surveyor (Senior QS) is responsible for the commercial reporting and the coordination of actual costs on behalf of their assigned programme of works, supporting the Commercial Manager in administering the contract and supporting the commercial governance of the Alliance. What you will be doing Collate the commercial reporting requirements on a periodic basis by the Governance Handbook and as directed. Brief the Project Manager on the bill of quantities, specification, and contractual implications of the ongoing project. Update the project estimate in line with project development and throughout the GRIP delivery stages of the programme. Liaise with other disciplines within the programme organisation and wider REAL Alliance to provide robust and accurate commercial information. Implement commercial control and audit regimes to achieve adherence to the Governance Plan within own area of expertise. Support the Commercial Manager and the wider Commercial Team in ensuring all periodic reporting requirements are fulfilled and provide assurance to the Alliance Management Team as to the accuracy of the reporting outputs. The monitoring of costs against tender/contract specifications and agreements. Advising the Commercial Manager immediately of any major problem areas. Giving and receiving costing information regarding ongoing contracts and ensure appropriate notification of any variations to cost or specification and gaining the relevant authorisation. Whilst also raising any variation orders or claims as appropriate. Prepare and produce Alliance commercial reports relating to AFC management, forecast/actual cost variances, earned value management, change management. Who we are looking for BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying (or equivalent qualification) Previous exposure or track record in commercial controls and contract administration for infrastructure projects. Experience of working on collaborative projects with multiple companies. Ability to present and transmit complex commercial data in a clear and concise manner.
