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# Senior Project ManagerLocation: London, United KingdomEmployment Type: ContractIndustry: Public Sector & GovernmentJob Family: ConsultingCareer Level: Contract MAKE STRATEGY A REALITY ACCELERATE YOUR GROWTH CHOOSE YOUR PATH As the world's leading change and transformation consultancy, we're helping businesses move from strategy to reality by taking a pragmatic and practical approach to build solutions that last. We're seeking a Senior Project Manager in London to help us take vision to value and create lasting impact. SUMMARY: As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead and drive the development and delivery of complex, cross-functional portfolios and programmes. You will be responsible for creating and owning the investment case, planning the strategic roadmap, and successfully delivering key business capabilities to the market. Your expertise and experience in navigating intricate governance models and managing multi-million-pound budgets will be crucial in realising the promised returns on investment. YOU WILL: Manage the prioritisation and development workstack in collaboration with the sponsor and key stakeholders Create detailed, integrated cross-functional project plans and track the delivery of milestones, outcomes, and benefits Oversee the project finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and controls Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the full project/programme lifecycle Coordinate and balance the technical, operational, and commercial aspects of the delivery Adeptly navigate high-pressure environments and successfully deliver strategic capabilities to the market Ensure adherence to documented processes and governance, with expertise in Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid ways of working Extensive experience in consulting, logistics, or parcels industry Extensive experience in project/programme management, preferably within a business transformation or consulting environment Proven track record of leading and delivering complex, multi-million-pound portfolios and programmes Excellent planning and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels Strong financial acumen and the ability to create, track, and control detailed budgets Hands-on experience in Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid delivery models Consulting, logistics, or parcel industry experience would be highly advantageous Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities Collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team

About this job About us Salford is a city where innovation, leadership, and partnership working are contributing significantly to the increased economic vitality, growth and competitiveness of Greater Manchester and the region as a whole. Salford is being rebuilt and now more people than ever before are choosing it as a place to live, work, invest and visit. Significant economic and population growth has been experienced in recent years across key strategic locations leading to new jobs and homes which is establishing Salford as the fastest growing location in Greater Manchester. The Highway Development team is a key part of this growth forging successful relationships with private sector parties to deliver the ambitious place making agenda. About the Role The role is responsible for delivering the statutory functions of the Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA), providing technical leadership on flood risk management, drainage strategy, and compliance with national and local planning policy. The postholder will assess and respond to planning applications on behalf of the LLFA, ensuring alignment with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), the Salford Local Plan especially WA policies and relevant flood risk legislation including the Land Drainage Act and the Flood and Water Management Act. They will support the Flood Risk & Drainage Manager in managing and delivering the full lifecycle of Flood and Risk Management (FCERM) projects, including feasibility, design, procurement, and construction supervision. The role includes managing the work of Engineers, Technicians, and temporary or seconded staff, ensuring high technical standards, adherence to engineering specifications, and effective project delivery. The postholder will work collaboratively with other risk management authorities, stakeholders, developers, and members of the public, providing expert technical advice and ensuring statutory duties are met. They will bring a strong understanding of flood risk processes, engineering standards, and relevant procedures, and be able to demonstrate recent hands on experience in applying this knowledge to real world projects and planning assessments. About you The candidate will have strong technical skills together with the ability to manage members of the Highway Design team. As a minimum the candidate must possess either a Higher National Certificate/Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering, or related subject, accredited by the Engineering Council. It is preferable that the candidate be a Chartered, or Incorporated, member of a relevant institution with experience in the design, implementation and supervision of engineering projects. The candidate's demonstratable experience will include excellent communication skills, ability to work independently across multiple schemes, capacity to make effective decisions in high pressured environments and possess commercial awareness together with a working knowledge of NEC4 ECC. For further information regarding the role please contact Head of Engineering and Landscape Design, Stuart Molyneux on or s tuart.molyneuxsalford.gov.uk Want to know more about Salford? As an authority we are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents, and as an employer we are passionate about helping individuals to thrive in their work. We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture and are proud of our professional accreditations which champion this. Find out about our city as a place to live, work & grow, and learn more about the amazing work we are doing. You'll also find out about the wealth of benefits we have to offer you here Continuous Service commitment New employees can keep their service related benefits when moving between a whole host of public sector organisations within Greater Manchester, which include: Councils, NHS, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue, Transport for Greater Manchester, as well as many others under this scheme. Find out if this applies to you here . Guaranteed Assessment Schemes We have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex military personnel by way of a Guaranteed Assessment Scheme. Our application forms ask you to indicate if you meet any of the criteria within this scheme, and so to find out more and if you qualify please click here . Privacy Statement and Data Protection Our core data protection obligations and commitments are set out in the council's primary Recruitment and Employment Privacy Notice which can be found at . Supporting Documents Role Profile Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Closing Date for Application: Friday 30/01/2026 Polypipe Building Products are focused on delivering solutions to the residential sector. Polypipe Building Products works with national and local developers, plumbing and heating engineers, general builders and groundworkers to deliver above and below ground drainage systems, rainwater solutions as well as hot and cold plastic plumbing products. Role: Responsible for procurement activities both direct and indirect from a defined list of categories. Lead the process of finding, evaluating and managing incumbent suppliers, their products and services. Create category strategies that redefine the supply chain and have an output of high performing suppliers, and cost reduction opportunities. Ensure all procurement activities are aligned to the group procurement processes and policies. Key Responsibilities: Follow the procurement process for a defined list of local suppliers, including managing negotiations, new supplier sourcing, due diligence/compliance and onboarding Create and implement procurement strategies for defined categories Identify and the delivery of annual savings to meet pre-defined targets Meet cash conversion targets of improved supplier payment terms De-risk supply chain and ensure supply continuity through the rollout of supplier contracts Work closely with group procurement for policy, compliance and processes. Support centrally sourced products/services with information share and project implementation Develop excellent and effective collaborative relationships with key stakeholders such as R&D, Product Management, Quality and CI Project manage any procurement led cost saving opportunities through the business until realisation Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers Produce statistical reports and analysis on spend, cost saving, cash conversion, contractual progress and KPI performance detail Manage supplier performance, ensuring quality, cost and delivery against KPI's. Support the P2P Process Key external/internal stakeholders - Group Procurement Director, Head Of Procurement, SMT, R&D, CI, Warehouse Manager, Production Manager, Quality, Finance, Suppliers Capabilities required: Proven previous experience in Strategic Procurement Be a strong negotiator who will lead commercial and contractual negotiations with suppliers on behalf of the business. Experience of creating and implementing Category plans Well-developed influencing skills Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or equivalent qualification Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards i.e. ISO Strategic thinker with strong drive to succeed Computer literate - knowledge of Excel and Word essential, Previous IFS use an advantage Good communication skills, confident to present to SMT and above. Highly motivated with ability to work under own initiative, making decisions to benefit the company Benefits: 25 days holiday entitlement. Contributory pension scheme - matched up to 8%. Life assurance (linked to pension scheme membership). Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay. Save as you earn Sharesave Scheme. Cycle to work scheme. Free flu vouchers. Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services. Staff discount on all Genuit Group products. Free on-site parking. Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group's success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.

At McLaren Racing, we're not just here to try to take the chequered flag. We're here to excite our fans, inspire our people and deliver for our partners. And we're also committed to evolving our sport, our industry, and our technology, too. Purpose of the Role To manage a project portfolio of race car parts, associated tooling, build validation and pit equipment within in-house work centres under the guidance from a Project Manager. Responsible for accurate works order routing generation to ensure delivery of components in line with McLaren Quality standards. Collaborating with Technical Purchasing on work that is made externally in the supply chain. Project delivery in line with the car programme, upgrade programme, race and test schedule. Role Dimensions The position may require extended working hours and weekend work as required to support project delivery. You will collaborate closely with multiple departments both upstream and downstream of Project Management to ensure parts are supplied to meet production, development and the wider programme, race and test schedule. Principal Accountabilities Detailed planning and task management including loading of production routings and work orders Reconciliation and management of demand in support of race, test and development programmes Capacity planning in support of the make v buy strategy Involved in the decision making process to manufacture in house or sub contract in order to achieve requirement dates in the most risk managed and cost effective manner Liaison within the supply chain to support project delivery (in some instances this will involve the creation of purchase orders) Ownership and Management of a project portfolio of work to ensure all your work is on plan and progressing through all operations as required Work with the Quality team to ensure project risks are mitigated ahead of launch and all work is being managed within processes outlined Deliver programmes within the Key Performance Indicator targets Provide support to other teams as work load dictates Knowledge, Skills and Experience Degree qualified in related discipline or equivalent experience An understanding of the commercial side of low volume, high complexity small batch manufacture Experience in a similar position within a high precision manufacturing environment (ideally metallics and / or composites) Experience of continuous improvement techniques would be a distinct advantage All employees must ensure compliance with the Company Health and Safety Policy, and all relevant other statutory Health and Safety legislation. Ability to work to tight and demanding deadlines with conflicting priorities Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and digital systems Ability to interpret engineering specification drawings and BOM data Excels at cross functional planning Personal Attributes Flexible approach to prioritise effectively and change focus quickly Proactive and takes the opportunity to use initiative where possible Sense of curiosity with ability and willingness to learn and adapt Leads by examples, sets and manages expectations appropriately Moves towards problems thoughtfully Highly self motivated setting ambitious personal targets Confident, self sufficient and resilient Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Good team player and understands impact of their actions on the broader team and willing to support their teammates as bandwidth permits Remains calm and can make clear headed decisions whilst under pressure Continuous improvement mindset What McLaren can offer? We constantly strive to be better tomorrow than we are today. Our ambition is to be the most pioneering and exhilarating racing team in the world, and our collective task is to set the standards for high performance in sport. We show up every day with energy and enthusiasm, ready to play our part. We encourage and support diversity, equity and inclusion. We will actively promote a culture that values difference and eliminates discrimination in our workplace. McLaren Racing is based at the iconic McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) near Woking. Our state of the art, sustainable campus offers many facilities including a gym, restaurant and indoor and outdoor break out areas, as well as direct access to park and common land. The MTC is connected to Woking mainline station via regular shuttle buses, from which London Waterloo is a 30 minute train ride. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including private healthcare, car schemes, life insurance and generous pension contributions.

.Alpha Scientific is at the forefront of chemical and microbiological testing, reliably providing organisations with detailed analysis of water and air quality. Now part of the Genuit Groups' Climate Management Solutions (CMS) business unit, Alpha has ambitious growth plans. The Role The Chemistry Laboratory Manager is responsible for the daily operational, technical, financial, and people management operations of the chemistry analytical laboratory. The role ensures full compliance with ISO 17025, customer-specific standards, and all relevant regulatory and health and safety requirements, while driving continuous improvement, productivity and service excellence.The post holder will ensure the laboratory operates with operational flexibility, so capacity aligns with incoming sample volumes to maintain high productivity and market leading turnaround times. This will be driven by: Strong people leadership Process and continuous improvement Change management Service delivery excellence Cost control and commercial awareness Responsibilities The post holder operates with a high degree of autonomy within the framework of ISO 17025, UKAS, H&S, and regulatory standards. Responsible for planning workload, prioritising activities, and providing direct line management and technical guidance to the chemistry team. Regular engagement in management meetings, monthly performance and UKAS and customer audits Daily independent decision-making on operational priorities, staff management, non-conformances and customer complaints Represents the laboratory during customer and accreditation audits. Responsible for maintaining and updating analytical methods and SOPs in collaboration with the Quality Manager. Lead all water chemistry analytical operations, including process water, drinking water, wastewater, surface water, and trade effluent. Ensure full compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, UKAS requirements, and relevant regulatory standards Oversee method validation, verification, and uncertainty of measurement and instrument performance Review, authorise, and release analytical results and certificates of analysis. Assist in the review, improvement, and development of new analytical methods that bring business benefits. Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System. Lead internal audits, management reviews and corrective and preventive actions Ensure all customer contractual and regulatory requirements are fully met. Maintain all UKAS accreditations and external approvals. Liaise with statutory bodies, professional organisations, and suppliers. Promote a strong safety culture by applying and enforcing all company H&S policies, COSHH and risk assessments and environmental policies Responsibility for: recruitment, retention, motivation, mentoring, coaching, performance management in line with agreed KPIs Drive a quality-driven service culture. Act as a role model for Genuit Trademark Behaviours Provide technical support to external customers, sales and account management Support the development and optimal use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Champion continuous improvements The Person Degree in Chemistry or related discipline Previous laboratory management experience. Strong working knowledge of ISO 17025. Proven experience in chemistry analysis. Excellent communication skills with confidence when dealing with customers, UKAS, and regulatory bodies. Strong leadership and team motivation ability. Financially and IT literate. Demonstrated ability to work to targets and manage expectations. High attention to detail with a strong understanding of laboratory business processes. Act with integrity, professionalism, and accountability. Maintain an open, honest, and approachable management style. The Benefits 25 days holiday Pension contribution matched up to 8% Life Assurance 3x base salary Private health scheme Genuit sharesave schemeHere at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group's success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.We are a team of highly skilled and trained scientists who work from purpose-built, UKAS accredited laboratories in Sittingbourne, Slough and Manchester.

.Alpha Scientific is at the forefront of chemical and microbiological testing, reliably providing organisations with detailed analysis of water and air quality. Now part of the Genuit Groups' Climate Management Solutions (CMS) business unit, Alpha has ambitious growth plans. The Role The Chemistry Laboratory Manager is responsible for the daily operational, technical, financial, and people management operations of the chemistry analytical laboratory. The role ensures full compliance with ISO 17025, customer-specific standards, and all relevant regulatory and health and safety requirements, while driving continuous improvement, productivity and service excellence.The post holder will ensure the laboratory operates with operational flexibility, so capacity aligns with incoming sample volumes to maintain high productivity and market leading turnaround times. This will be driven by: Strong people leadership Process and continuous improvement Change management Service delivery excellence Cost control and commercial awareness Responsibilities The post holder operates with a high degree of autonomy within the framework of ISO 17025, UKAS, H&S, and regulatory standards. Responsible for planning workload, prioritising activities, and providing direct line management and technical guidance to the chemistry team. Regular engagement in management meetings, monthly performance and UKAS and customer audits Daily independent decision-making on operational priorities, staff management, non-conformances and customer complaints Represents the laboratory during customer and accreditation audits. Responsible for maintaining and updating analytical methods and SOPs in collaboration with the Quality Manager. Lead all water chemistry analytical operations, including process water, drinking water, wastewater, surface water, and trade effluent. Ensure full compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, UKAS requirements, and relevant regulatory standards Oversee method validation, verification, and uncertainty of measurement and instrument performance Review, authorise, and release analytical results and certificates of analysis. Assist in the review, improvement, and development of new analytical methods that bring business benefits. Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System. Lead internal audits, management reviews and corrective and preventive actions Ensure all customer contractual and regulatory requirements are fully met. Maintain all UKAS accreditations and external approvals. Liaise with statutory bodies, professional organisations, and suppliers. Promote a strong safety culture by applying and enforcing all company H&S policies, COSHH and risk assessments and environmental policies Responsibility for: recruitment, retention, motivation, mentoring, coaching, performance management in line with agreed KPIs Drive a quality-driven service culture. Act as a role model for Genuit Trademark Behaviours Provide technical support to external customers, sales and account management Support the development and optimal use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Champion continuous improvements The Person Degree in Chemistry or related discipline Previous laboratory management experience. Strong working knowledge of ISO 17025. Proven experience in chemistry analysis. Excellent communication skills with confidence when dealing with customers, UKAS, and regulatory bodies. Strong leadership and team motivation ability. Financially and IT literate. Demonstrated ability to work to targets and manage expectations. High attention to detail with a strong understanding of laboratory business processes. Act with integrity, professionalism, and accountability. Maintain an open, honest, and approachable management style. The Benefits 25 days holiday Pension contribution matched up to 8% Life Assurance 3x base salary Private health scheme Genuit sharesave schemeHere at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group's success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.We are a team of highly skilled and trained scientists who work from purpose-built, UKAS accredited laboratories in Sittingbourne, Slough and Manchester.

Job Description Cost Intelligence Manager Location Near Brighton Hybrid working Salary Competitive to be confirmed Hours 37 hours per week We are supporting a major regulated infrastructure organisation in the South East with the appointment of a senior Commercial Quantity Surveyor. This is a high-impact role with responsibility for establishing and leading a cost intelligence capability that will underpin capital investment decisions regulatory submissions and long-term efficiency improvements. This position suits an experienced commercial professional who can operate at strategic level influence senior stakeholders and build a new function from the ground up. The Role The Commercial Quantity Surveyor will be accountable for creating and leading a cost estimating and benchmarking function. The role will provide independent challenge to delivery and supply chain costs support strategic asset planning and play a critical role in future regulatory price reviews. A key element of the role is the transition from a fully outsourced cost intelligence model to a predominantly in-house capability over the next three years. This includes developing the business case securing approvals recruiting and mobilising a new team and managing the exit of incumbent suppliers. Key Responsibilities Lead the cost estimating and benchmarking service supporting strategic asset planning and capital delivery Provide cost assurance and constructive challenge across the supply chain to drive efficiency and value for money Develop and own costing methodologies to support regulatory price reviews including engagement with regulators Produce executive-level reporting on cost efficiency for investment committees and senior leadership Manage cost libraries benchmarking data and cost modelling tools to support business planning Build and lead a new in-house cost intelligence team including systems processes and governance Manage residual outsourced services for complex schemes and peak demand periods Specify and procure future cost intelligence contracts for specialist and surge requirements Skills and Experience Required Expert knowledge of cost management estimating and benchmarking within construction or infrastructure Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial delivery models Proven experience managing outsourced services and transitioning operating models Ability to influence and challenge at executive and board level Demonstrated capability to establish and lead teams from scratch Strong stakeholder management skills including engagement with regulators and shareholders Highly numerate with strong business case development and commercial acumen Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent in a numerate discipline MRICS or membership of a similar professional body Significant post graduate experience in construction water or infrastructure sectors Desirable Post graduate qualification in a relevant subject Experience transitioning services between outsourced and in house models Project management or management qualification Why Apply This is a rare opportunity to shape a critical commercial function with long-term strategic importance. The role offers genuine influence over investment decisions regulatory outcomes and organisational capability while working in a hybrid model based near Brighton. For a confidential discussion or further details please get in touch. Employment Type Full-Time Vacancy 1

Overview Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Quantity Surveyors and Senior Quantity Surveyors Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water: We offer a competitive salary, 4a to 4b, £45,427 - £73,000, depending on experience Annual incentive related bonus -£1000 maximum Bonus Opportunity for the Performance Year Attractive pension scheme (up to12% company contribution) Development opportunities in line with theQuantity Surveyor progression plan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - plus an extra wellness day! Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary A great benefits package - choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover Retail savings scheme Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more! Location: Bradford , hybrid working - 2 office days per week (office move to Leeds from Summer 2026) Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday We have an exciting opportunity for Quantity Surveyors and Senior Quantity Surveyors to join the Capital Commercial Services Team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you? What we do: Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it's so much more than this. We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire's water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity. New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. The Capital Commercial Services team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators. To meet this challenge, we are expanding our Capital Commercial Services Team, offering rewarding career opportunities to drive the transformational change to ensure resilient and sustainable supply across our business. The roles offer excellent prospects supported by training and development to suit the individual. We are looking for Quantity Surveyors and Senior Quantity Surveyors to be accountable for a portfolio of schemes cross our end to end process associated with the delivery of Yorkshire Water's Capital Programme. This includes: Procurement and contract strategy development and implementation Cost assurance pre and post contract Development and implementation of key commercial controls Supporting negotiations with partners Contract administration in line with the NEC suite of contracts Process Partners Applications for Payments Change control assurance Supporting successful completion of schemes Providing guidance and support in aspects such as risk management and cost control. Liaising with Stakeholders Supply chain management and procurement support Further developing commercial behaviours that are suited to a multi-party collaborative enterprise The Capital Commercial Services Team work closely with the Capital Delivery Programme Managers, Capital Delivery Senior Project Managers and Project Managers to optimise contract performance and deliver contracts within budget and on schedule. What skills & qualifications you will need Knowledge of the administration associated with construction contracts Ability to identify, quantify and control commercial risks Knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts, contract management practices, procedures and systems Ability to work with all stakeholders, provide guidance and support key decision commercial outcomes that benefit Capital Delivery You will also benefit from having Understanding and usage of framework agreements Understanding working within an Alliance environment Knowledge associated with developing commercial processes and procedures Experience in supplier relationship management Experience or knowledge of behavioural management techniques and tools Strong interpersonal skills Experience in water / utilities (or wider infrastructure sector) Professional qualification, or working to a professional qualification, associated with the role We embrace a flexible working model, where our hybrid setup typically requires an average of two days in the office per week. This could be slightly more when collaborative efforts, training or meeting deadlines demand it. For those who prefer to work on-site, our office is open Monday-Friday during working hours. If you're a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor and want to help us deliver exceptional service for our customers whilst protecting the environment. Apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer for you. If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance. All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required. Just a Heads-up We may close this campaign as soon as a suitable candidate is found. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee Finance Transformation and Excellence Specialist Location: London, or Leeds Type: Permanent, full time Happy to talk flexible working The Opportunity QBE Europe is recruiting for a Finance Transformation and Excellence Specialist to join the FAL (Finance, Actuarial and Legal) Data and Change team. The role can be based in our London or Leeds office.The Finance Transformation and Excellence Specialist plays a crucial role in executing and supporting change across FAL (Finance, Actuarial and Legal) division. We are seeking for a profile that is all rounded Finance professional. Whether coming from a Finance background (e.g. qualified or part-qualified accountant) or a traditional change role with strong Finance knowledge (e.g. change consultant, business analyst, process excellence, or project manager), this individual brings a flexible mindset and a desire to grow and specialise.This role focusses on delivering meaningful change, supporting both continuous improvement and strategic initiatives. It offers the opportunity to develop a broad skillset while contributing to the division's strategic goals.Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role. QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion. About QBE At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.We're an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries - which means we're big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It's an exciting time. We're building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner. Your new role Discovery and analysis: conduct discovery sessions to understand current processes, challenges and opportunities; gather and document business requirements and pain points through stakeholder engagement and data analysis Impact assessment and problem solving: analyse and identify root causes of business issues; assess the impact of proposed changes on processes and systems Business requirements: work with stakeholders to develop clear requirements, translating between Finance and wider business functions where required Project management: build and manage project plans, coordinating tasks and resources to ensure timely delivery; track progress and adjust plans as needed to meet objective Stakeholder engagement: build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business; ensure alignment and buy-in for change initiatives through clear communication and collaboration Change management: implement and manage change processes to ensure smooth transitions; minimise disruption and support adoption of new ways of working Reporting and documentation: maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of process taxonomy and change activities Continuous improvement: support small-scale change initiatives that drive continuous improvement; contribute to building a culture of improvement within FAL Functional expertise: build a good understanding of the processes, data flows and systems that Finance function operates in; develop the end-to-end view to effectively contribute to the Finance modernisation and continuous improvement initiatives About you The role suits someone who enjoys solving problems, making things better, and helping teams work smarter. The individuals are curious and analytical, organised and focussed on getting things done, adaptable and open to leaning. Whatever your background, you are keen to grow your skills and take on new challenges.You're organised and focused on getting things done. You know how to build a project plan, keep things on track, and make sure everyone knows what they need to do. You're also a great communicator who listens well and builds strong relationships with stakeholders.You're adaptable and open to learning. You want to develop your own expertise and focus on your professional growth, without the pressure of having to lead or coach others just yet. Insurance experience preferred Finance end-to-end process knowledge preferred Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical teams Experience working in a change environment leading or supporting change initiatives Able to identify problems, analyse data, and measure the impact of changes on processes and systems Confident working with stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships and ensuring clear communication Hands-on experience with change management and continuous improvement, supporting teams through transitions and new ways of working Benefits We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from: 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days. Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours. Pension - you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.To learn more about benefits of working with us, click Awards & Recognition We value our employee's experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards: Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025: Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year, Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year - Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insurance AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber InsurerTo learn more about our achievements, click Apply now and let's make it happen! If you're looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Skills: Business Transformation, Client Counseling, Critical Thinking, Financial Products, Influencing Others (Inactive), Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Microsoft Applications, Negotiation, Performance Management (PM), Risk Management, Sound Judgment, Stakeholder Management, Succession Planning, Waterfall ModelApplication Close Date: 03/04/:59 PMHow to Apply:To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.Equal Employment Opportunity:QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.

.Chemistry Manager page is loaded Chemistry Managerlocations: Alpha Scentific Sloughtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: April 3, 2026 (27 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR101953Alpha Scientific is at the forefront of chemical and microbiological testing, reliably providing organisations with detailed analysis of water and air quality. We are a team of highly skilled and trained scientists who work from purpose-built, UKAS accredited laboratories in Sittingbourne, Slough and Manchester. Now part of the Genuit Groups' Climate Management Solutions (CMS) business unit, Alpha has ambitious growth plans. The Role The Chemistry Laboratory Manager is responsible for the daily operational, technical, financial, and people management operations of the chemistry analytical laboratory. The role ensures full compliance with ISO 17025, customer-specific standards, and all relevant regulatory and health and safety requirements, while driving continuous improvement, productivity and service excellence.The post holder will ensure the laboratory operates with operational flexibility, so capacity aligns with incoming sample volumes to maintain high productivity and market leading turnaround times. This will be driven by: Strong people leadership Process and continuous improvement Change management Service delivery excellence Cost control and commercial awareness Responsibilities The post holder operates with a high degree of autonomy within the framework of ISO 17025, UKAS, H&S, and regulatory standards. Responsible for planning workload, prioritising activities, and providing direct line management and technical guidance to the chemistry team. Regular engagement in management meetings, monthly performance and UKAS and customer audits Daily independent decision-making on operational priorities, staff management, non-conformances and customer complaints Represents the laboratory during customer and accreditation audits. Responsible for maintaining and updating analytical methods and SOPs in collaboration with the Quality Manager. Lead all water chemistry analytical operations, including process water, drinking water, wastewater, surface water, and trade effluent. Ensure full compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, UKAS requirements, and relevant regulatory standards Oversee method validation, verification, and uncertainty of measurement and instrument performance Review, authorise, and release analytical results and certificates of analysis. Assist in the review, improvement, and development of new analytical methods that bring business benefits. Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System. Lead internal audits, management reviews and corrective and preventive actions Ensure all customer contractual and regulatory requirements are fully met. Maintain all UKAS accreditations and external approvals. Liaise with statutory bodies, professional organisations, and suppliers. Promote a strong safety culture by applying and enforcing all company H&S policies, COSHH and risk assessments and environmental policies Responsibility for: recruitment, retention, motivation, mentoring, coaching, performance management in line with agreed KPIs Drive a quality-driven service culture. Act as a role model for Genuit Trademark Behaviours Provide technical support to external customers, sales and account management Support the development and optimal use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Champion continuous improvements The Person Degree in Chemistry or related discipline Previous laboratory management experience. Strong working knowledge of ISO 17025. Proven experience in chemistry analysis. Excellent communication skills with confidence when dealing with customers, UKAS, and regulatory bodies. Strong leadership and team motivation ability. Financially and IT literate. Demonstrated ability to work to targets and manage expectations. High attention to detail with a strong understanding of laboratory business processes. Act with integrity, professionalism, and accountability. Maintain an open, honest, and approachable management style. The Benefits 25 days holiday Pension contribution matched up to 8% Life Assurance 3x base salary Private health scheme Genuit sharesave schemeHere at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group's success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.

Job Location: Oxford Wastewater Treatment Works Country/Region: United Kingdom Managing Quantity Surveyor - Oxford (Hybrid) About Us: Murphy is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, USA and Australia, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, energy and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses - Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Plant; Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities. Murphy employs more than 4,300 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. Main Purpose of Role: Roles Available: Senior Quantity Surveyor / Managing Quantity Surveyor To provide commercial services on a newly awarded large scale project in Oxford Role Duties: Team Working Encourage and develop a culture of commercial awareness within the team Ensure the site team adheres to group procedures and governance Development, motivation & performance management of junior staff Delegation of appropriate work to junior staff, accountability Commercial Service Delivery Preparation of internal commercial reporting and any other reports which may be required Preparation of Valuations/Application for payment with full supporting documentation in accordance with the contract Preparation of Cost Reports to the Client with contractually compliant supporting documentation Preparation and management of subcontract and material procurement schedules Administration of subcontractor/supplier accounts from the preparation of detailed requisitions, monitoring and authorisation of subcontract payments through to agreement of final accounts Undertake the contract administration, including change management and maintain associated registers Identifying commercial risks, opportunities, value engineering and change Ensure the correct site records are maintained Implement a WBS structure to satisfy the Client & Contract requirements Assist with preparation of the Cost to Complete and Risk analysis Register for the projects(s) Preparation of change events, extension of time claims, final accounts etc Measurement of quantities in accordance with the standard methods of measurement as required

Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is one of the world's leading financial groups. Headquartered in Tokyo and with approximately 350 years of history, MUFG has a global network with 1,100 offices in over 40 countries. The Group has over 140,000 employees, offering services including corporate banking, commercial banking, retail banking, wealth management, investment banking, capital markets, personal and corporate trust, and transaction banking.The Group's operating companies include Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation (Japan's leading trust bank), and Mitsubishi UFJ Securities Holdings Co., Ltd., one of Japan's largest securities firms.The Project Promotion team is part of the IT Planning, Reporting and Administration department (IPR). The role of the IPR department is to ensure communication and liaison with Head Office (HO) in Tokyo, for both Bank and Securities, as well as accountability for EMEA Technology wide reporting, management of resourcing processes, management of asset processes and administration of wider planning processes including annual budget planning.The TEC Other Portfolio is part of the Project Promotion team which delivers EMEA and global projects within the planned schedule and budget. NUMBER OF DIRECT REPORTS 4 to 5 Contractors MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE The successful candidate will Lead the TEC Other Portfolio reporting into the Portfolio Lead and its corresponding delegate on a regular basis. They will be responsible for managing the budget across both Bank and Securities and also leading project managers to ensure each project for ensuring quality, outcomes, timelines and cost requirements are met. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the creation and maintenance of RAID logs, Business Justification documents, and Status reporting activities. The Project Manager will need to have extensive experience in Financial Institutions.Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must, and candidates must have a well-organized structured approach to managing medium to large projects and work well with senior stakeholders, subject matter experts and consultants. To engage key staff in Technology team (as well as other key stakeholders from other departments) who are impacted by the portfolio of investment and (in-scope) expense projects. To provide accurate, and concise, point-in-time reporting to all stakeholders, generated from golden source tools including the General Ledger, and PPM (Portfolio, Program, Project Management) tools. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage programme of projects, some as overall project manager, some via work stream leads Create and deliver project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements. Identify resources and assign responsibilities. Co-ordination across projects / work streams and across wider programme to ensure synergies are identified and optimized Partner with key stakeholders across the 1st and 2nd LoD to ensure compliance with relevant firm policies and framework, understand external regulatory expectations and industry standards, where appropriate Work closely with relevant business and technology stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the project(s). Oversee analysis / output and form clear recommendations and proposals that are based on sound business rationale ensuring consensus and collaboration with functional partners required to opine or sign off Run and manage steering committees (if required), working groups (cross functional) and ensure accountability of actions against planned timelines. Be a trusted partner to functional stakeholders and Planning department ensuring updates, issues and consensus is effectively managed and delivered. Manage implementation of deliveries ensuring transparency of risks, issues and dependencies that are fully aligned to functional / business owners. Develop detailed project plans incorporating input from all project participants, and report on status of deliverables. Manage the project costs against budget and report status update on the project budget. WORK EXPERIENCE Essential: Experience in successfully leading full lifecycle complex projects Minimum 5 years proven track record delivering projects to financial institutions within time and budget. Strong governance approach to delivery Effective communication and leadership Experience of working with and negotiating contracts for vendors and consultanciesPreferred: Strong knowledge of banking regulations and running regulatory projects. Good understanding of financial products and front-to-back processes. Demonstrable track record of managing multiple stakeholders and building relationships across diverse skill sets and across the organisation. Coaching, mentoring and leadership skills Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate at all levels. Proven experience of managing budgets. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Functional / Technical Competencies: Essential Proven experience and expert understanding of delivering through full project lifecycle SDLC/PDLC using waterfall and agile approaches Strong project delivery and deadline management Financial - cost categorization (capital vs expense) Demonstrable track record of managing multiple stakeholders and building relationships across diverse skillsets and across the international organization Direct experience in managing multiple functional stakeholders (senior level) and consultants to derive clear and tangible outcomes Experience with identifying project outputs and tracking Business benefits. Familiarity with / experience of adhering to key controls (including SOX, project delivery standards, third party risk management, operational resilience management, operational risk management, data protection and financial services regulations) Education / Qualifications: Preferred:Relevant qualifications / accreditations e.g. Prince2, PMI, Six Sigma or other PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS Excellent communication skills Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability A proactive, motivated approach. The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly Strong decision-making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgement A structured and logical approach to work Strong problem-solving skills A creative and innovative approach to work Excellent interpersonal skills The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines Excellent attention to detail and accuracy A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment Strong numerical skills Excellent Microsoft Office skillsWe are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation,