Nicholas Associates

Nicholas Associates are partnered with a residential groundworks contractor who are in a period of strategic growth. As a business, they deliver civil engineering, groundworks, infrastructure services to new build projects with top 10 house builders, including, Bellway Homes, Vistry Group, Barratt Homes, David Wilson Homes. The company is looking for an experienced Contracts Manager from a residential groundworks background who will cover 4 - 6 projects at a time. As a Senior Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the company's largest and most high-value projects (Extensive experience managing large-scale projects is essential for this role) Duties & Responsibilities: Manage and deliver multiple residential groundwork projects, from pre-start to handover Coordinate with site managers, clients, and subcontractors to ensure efficient delivery Oversee budgets, schedules, and health & safety standards Lead site teams with a focus on quality, safety, and performance Solve problems on-site and maintain excellent client relationships Report progress to senior management and contribute to continuous improvement What You'll Bring: Proven experience as a Contracts Manager Knowledge of all aspects of residential groundworks including foundations, roads, drainage and infrastructure Excellent project and people management skills Commercially astute with good contract and cost control knowledge Strong leadership and communication skills A proactive, can-do attitude and a team-first approach Why Join? Be part of a growing company with exciting long-term plans, strong pipeline of work in 2026 Enjoy a genuine team culture where your voice is heard and valued Work with a leadership team that invests in people and supports your development Work with a company that focuses on quality, safety, reputation What's on offer? Receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package Company vehicle or allowance Bonus scheme If you're passionate about making a tangible impact in the construction industry , please contact John Ashcroft on (phone number removed) for more information About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Position: Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Salary: 44692 to 46000 Location: Immingham area Hours: Monday to Wednesday 6pm - 6am, Thursday 6pm - 1am As a Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will be part of the in-house team who keep the gears turning and the equipment running smoothly. From troubleshooting to planned preventive maintenance (PPM), you will be hands-on with specialist machinery, ensuring everything runs like clockwork. It is a dynamic role where problem-solving skills and technical expertise are used daily, and you will be a key player contributing to the efficiency and reliability of our client's production processes. This is a varied role, so you'll get the chance to use a variety of maintenance skills associated with being an electrician, fitter, fabricator, welder, and service engineer. Duties also include: Carrying out essential maintenance Assist in developing the agility maintenance system Attend breakdowns Ensure machine safety standards are upheld and critical spares are maintained Install/maintain plant machinery Improve factory overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) Promote Lean thinking Use various types of testing equipment to locate and fix faults Contribute to safe systems of work (SSOW) documentation Adhere to the quality system & standards in accordance with BSEN ISO 9000 You will be provided with full training and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to make sure you can work safely and effectively. About You You will be an experienced multi-skilled maintenance engineer (electrical bias) with experience working in a manufacturing/production environment. You'll have high standards for health & safety and a passion for continuous improvement. You will also have/be: Apprentice-trained in a multi-skilled engineering discipline OR time served as a multi-skilled engineer Strong knowledge of maintenance experience and diagnostics of hydraulic/pneumatic/electrical control systems NVQ 3 or equivalent IT skills - working knowledge of MS Word, Excel & Outlook Strong communication skills Good organisation skills Awareness of IOSH is desirable but not essential Company Benefits Pension scheme Up to 25 days holiday + bank holidays (pro-rated for shift workers) Holiday flexibility (sell up to 2 days) + additional volunteering day Employee assistance and well-being programme (including 24/7 online GP, discounts on counselling, mental health support service, get fit programmes) & even more health & well-being benefits include dental cover, health cash plan and eye tests Financial advice/support available (including expert advice from our pension provider, and recommendations on savings & loans options) Employee discounts available with various retailers & gyms. Life assurance (2x annual salary) Opportunity to join our Share Incentive Plan and our Employee Profit Participation Programme About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

My client, a successful Solicitors is currently looking for Family Law Paralegal's to work in either their Prescot or Birkenhead branches Role responsibilities; Opening files Day to day assistance for the team Updating clients on case progress Communicating with courts, experts and agencies Appointment making Taking and making calls Preparing bundles of documents for hearings Dealing with clients both in person and remotely where necessary General legal and admin support Diary management Attending court assisting counsel and/ or clients Carrying out legal aid assessments and applications Taking client appointments and initial instructions The right person for this job will; Be a self-starter and always ready to get involved Good with people Work well within a vibrant team Be flexible and able to accommodate client or team needs Have great time management skills and be able to prioritise heavy workloads It is preferable to have at least 12 months experience working in a family law team Experience of Case Management Systems and Laserforms (essential) Experience of Legal Aid Agency Portal (CCMS) (essential) Experience of Excel spreadsheets (desirable) Ref S73 About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Job Title: Senior Electronics/Firmware Engineer Salary: 50,000 - 70,000 per annum Location: Warwick, UK. Hybrid 2-3 days in our client's Warwick office Nicholas Associates has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Electronics & Firmware Engineer to join an innovative & award-winning tech client in Warwick. About the Role: Our client is looking for a Senior Electronics & Firmware Engineer with experience of embedded software to work on the electronics and firmware for their innovative range of products. You will be a part of a strong research and development team which includes electronics hardware, embedded software, cloud & backend software and mobile app development. The work you do will be crucial to the success of our client's current and future products in the marketplace. This is a hands-on role and would need on-site presence around 3 days per week. Key Responsibilities: Design of robust products from concepts and specifications, bringing innovative solutions to complex problems Bringing your experience to bear with hands on development Oversee PCB design and layout, ensuring best practice and high-quality results Write and specify test plans for hardware verification and production testing Support environmental and EMC testing during qualification Perform circuit analysis including power consumption, component tolerance & reliability Capture and implement design requirements in collaboration with other teams. Essential Skills & Experience: Experience of delivering digital electronics designs from concept to production, preferably with a focus on battery powered, microprocessor-based applications Be technically fluent in hardware with some experience of embedded software Oversight of PCB Design & layout Familiarity with standard interface busses such as SPI, I2C, UART & USB Product development with regards to DFx (design for safety, testability, and manufacturability) Knowledge of test & verification techniques in support of product lifecycle development Experience of using embedded C on microcontrollers A Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience Strong communication skills, both written & verbal. Desirable Skills/Experience: These skills/experience are not mandatory but would be an advantage to candidates able to demonstrate any of the following: Full product life cycle development & management Experience with environmental and EMC testing during qualification Production test development & operation when working with in-house or contract manufacturers Experience with battery powered Bluetooth or Wi-Fi devices Some experience of analogue electronics design would be advantageous Technical fluency in any of the following: Mechanical or industrial design; Manufacturing engineering or factory test setups Experience of certification process such as CE, ISED and FCC. Benefits The opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative environment. Hybrid working arrangements. A benefits package including: Pension; Comprehensive healthcare through AXA; 24/7 On-line GP support A share scheme 25 Days Annual Holiday, plus 8 Public Bank Holidays A supportive team culture with regular team events and professional development opportunities Discount schemes including software services discounts Free car parking on-site Please note - our client is unable to provide Visa Sponsorship. You must be eligible to live & work in the UK. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

The Company: Our client is a Groundworks and Civil Engineering company, operating as a sub-contractor for major and regional housebuilders, as well as other market sectors. The Role: The successful Construction Manager will provide a operational management of brand new Region for the company, leveraging their reputation and scale. Main Responsibilities: Reporting to a Director Taking full responsibility for delivery of the construction phase of projects for the Region, Maintain high standards Delivering projects to programme. Manage and motivate team of Contracts Manager, Project Manager, Site Managers Engage and motivate the team to achieve process and programme improvements. Support commercial teams Drive quality and process improvement. Ensure insurers, funders, Clients and Building Inspectors are fully satisfied. Identify future resource requirements and recruit appropriately. Skills and Qualifications: Experience in Construction Manager, or Senior Contracts Manager/Contracts Manager/Operations Manager within a residential groundworks company Track record in engaging and leading large teams Extensive local and sector knowledge Exceptional negotiation, leadership and communication skills are required Excellent commercial acumen Competent in influencing colleagues, suppliers and local authorities to support a successful project delivery. Organised, structured and professional approach Remuneration: Our client is offering an industry leading remuneration package, the salary is dependent on experience, plus a generous performance related bonus. If you feel that you are the engaging, successful leader our client requires, please contact John Ashcroft (phone number removed) About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Estimator to join a well-established, privately owned residential groundworks and civil engineering contractor. With a strong pipeline of projects and ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting opportunity to become part of a business that values its people and offers long-term career prospects. The Role You will work as part of a collaborative and experienced team, preparing competitive tenders for a wide range of roads, sewers, drainage, and groundworks packages on major housing developments. Due to exciting growth plans, the company are looking for an ambitious individual who's eager to develop their career, with clear opportunities to progress into a Senior Estimator role. Key Responsibilities: Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for a range of civil engineering and groundworks packages on major housing developments. Analyse tender documents, drawings, and specifications to understand project scope. Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations and build cost databases. Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure estimates reflect practical delivery methods. Attend pre-tender and post-tender meetings as required. Maintain and update estimating tools and systems. What you'll need to succeed: Proven experience in estimating within the civil engineering or groundworks sector, on residential projects Strong understanding of construction methods and pricing Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite (not essential) Excellent numerical and analytical skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong communication and negotiation skills A proactive, driven, and ambitious mindset - keen to grow with the business Why Join? Competitive salary and package, dependent on experience Work with a respected company that values people and teamwork Be part of a growing business with excellent career development opportunities Varied and exciting residential groundworks projects across the region Supportive and collaborative working environment This is a fantastic opportunity for an Estimator looking to take the next step in their career and grow alongside a thriving company. Please contact John Ashcroft for more information (phone number removed) About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

An established and reputable groundworks and civil engineering contractor is seeking an Project Manager with commercial groundworks experience to support a major project in the East Midlands. The successful candidate will have a strong civil engineering background and proven experience managing foundation, drainage, and external works on medium to large-scale projects in a fast paced environment. Main Responsibilities: Manage groundworks operations including foundations, drainage, and external works Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers Review and interpret drawings, specifications, and programmes Ensure compliance with H&S, environmental, and quality standards Monitor progress, manage budgets, and produce site reports Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams Support setting out and QA processes Reporting to Contract Manager Assist with the producing and updating of programmes with planning team Ensure project is delivered on time, to budget, and with quality assured Effective cost control and elimination of waste leading to project profitability Experience: Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (ideally not essential) Minimum 5 years' experience in groundworks project management Strong technical knowledge of civil works and site engineering Familiarity with robotic total stations and GPS machine control CSCS (Black or White card), SMSTS, and First Aid Proficiency in Microsoft Project and site reporting tools Please contact John Ashcroft on (phone number removed) for more information (all discussions are confidential) About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.