Lead Quality Engineer Ampthill Paying up to 70,000 (DOE) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level og UK security Clearance Job Description Lead Quality bid inputs to ensure appropriate plans and funding are provisioned for any future contracts Define & execute the quality strategy for high-volume cable & machining lines. Align quality objectives with business KPIs such as yield, cost-of-quality, and on-time delivery. Accurate reporting of team performance and program quality matters Functionally manage the quality engineers on the team, including conducting regular 1-on-1s, performance reviews, and coaching for skill-gap/training Own end-to-end quality assurance and control of the products within the high-volume area Develop an audit schedule for the area and ensure those audits are undertaken, with any corrective actions implemented Deploy SPC to generate dashboards/data with trend analysis and then drive corrective actions Qualifications and experience required Minimum 5+ years? experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least 2+ years in a leadership or managerial role Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with your team, stakeholders and customers Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, with a strong focus on mentoring, performance management, and KPI delivery Experience in cable manufacturing and/or precision machining is strongly preferred Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, presentations and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office tools Solid understanding of core quality tools and methodologies, including: Quality Management Plans PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) Control Plans FAIR (First Article Inspection Reports) Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools Desirable Qualifications & Experience Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification Experience with SAP, particularly the Quality Management (QM) module, or similar software tools Certified Internal Auditor Experience in supplier quality management and inspection techniques Experience of the use of AI in quality assurance and control Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Lead Quality Engineer Ampthill Paying up to 70,000 (DOE) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level og UK security Clearance Job Description Lead Quality bid inputs to ensure appropriate plans and funding are provisioned for any future contracts Define & execute the quality strategy for high-volume cable & machining lines. Align quality objectives with business KPIs such as yield, cost-of-quality, and on-time delivery. Accurate reporting of team performance and program quality matters Functionally manage the quality engineers on the team, including conducting regular 1-on-1s, performance reviews, and coaching for skill-gap/training Own end-to-end quality assurance and control of the products within the high-volume area Develop an audit schedule for the area and ensure those audits are undertaken, with any corrective actions implemented Deploy SPC to generate dashboards/data with trend analysis and then drive corrective actions Qualifications and experience required Minimum 5+ years? experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least 2+ years in a leadership or managerial role Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with your team, stakeholders and customers Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, with a strong focus on mentoring, performance management, and KPI delivery Experience in cable manufacturing and/or precision machining is strongly preferred Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, presentations and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office tools Solid understanding of core quality tools and methodologies, including: Quality Management Plans PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) Control Plans FAIR (First Article Inspection Reports) Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools Desirable Qualifications & Experience Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification Experience with SAP, particularly the Quality Management (QM) module, or similar software tools Certified Internal Auditor Experience in supplier quality management and inspection techniques Experience of the use of AI in quality assurance and control Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
We have an immediate opportunity for an interim Commercial Finance Manager to lead the financial and commercial development of bids and tenders, providing robust pricing, advanced financial modelling, and commercial insight to support competitive and profitable submissions. Strong stake holder management experience is key in this role as you will partner with Finance, Sales, Bid Teams, Operations, click apply for full job details
Apr 20, 2026
Seasonal
We have an immediate opportunity for an interim Commercial Finance Manager to lead the financial and commercial development of bids and tenders, providing robust pricing, advanced financial modelling, and commercial insight to support competitive and profitable submissions. Strong stake holder management experience is key in this role as you will partner with Finance, Sales, Bid Teams, Operations, click apply for full job details
My client a leading international technology group is looking for a Lead Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Engineer to join there team . This is a key role within the organisation, offering the opportunity to take ownership of ILS delivery for major Naval programmes and to play a central part in ensuring contractual and customer requirements are met. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and delivering ILS content across the programme life-cycle. The successful candidate will bring a proactive, solutions-focused approach, alongside a high degree of flexibility and the ability to operate effectively within a complex, regulated environment. THE JOB role Includes: Leading and managing the ILS engineering team, including task allocation, performance management, mentoring, and developing capability within the ILS discipline. Review customer ILS requirements and provide guidance to the sales and estimating teams during bid and proposal phases, ensuring accurate costing and achievable commitments. Act as the primary Reliability, Maintainability and Supportability focal point within the engineering organisation, providing expert oversight and coaching to the wider ILS team. Develop and maintain the overall ILS strategy, ensuring ILS activities are effectively planned, resourced, prioritised and delivered by the ILS engineering team. Oversee the creation, verification and configuration control of system reliability analysis data and documentation, including: FMECA, MTBF/MTTR assessments, RBD/FTA, Spare Parts & Consumables analysis, and Life Cycle Cost estimations. Manage and quality-assure the team's NATO Codification activities, ensuring compliance with contract and regulatory requirements. Direct and review preparation of all ILS and supportability documentation, including Supportability Case Reports, ARM Reports, equipment maintenance manuals, training material, and associated engineering evidence. Act as primary liaison with the customer and 3rd-party ILS specialists, representing both your team and the engineering function professionally and effectively. Promote continuous improvement across ILS processes, toolsets, and methodologies, ensuring the team meets evolving capability and customer expectations. Carry out any other tasks as delegated by the Engineering Manager. Degree or HND/HNC qualified with relevant practical experience (Naval / Marine background desirable). Experience of systems engineering processes, product development & through life support life-cycles. Sound knowledge of ILS standards such as Def Stan 00-600, ASD S3000L, JSP 886, Def Con 117, with an understanding of the customer environment, structure and processes. Experience of working with technical publications, including ASD S1000D. Experience of NATO Codification requirements and Spares Modelling. Experience using ReliaSoft XFMEA and BlockSim or similar reliability modelling software. Strong interpersonal and highly developed verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal and external stakeholders. You will be flexible and able to adapt to rapidly changing requirements and priorities. You must be willing to travel occasionally within the UK and possibly overseas. analyse complex issues and problems and come up with rational judgments demonstrate specialist knowledge and expertise in own area communicate in a clear, precise and structured way co-operate well with others, share knowledge, experience, information and support others in the pursuit of team goals. Please get in touch in the first instance with your CV stating rate expectation for further information on this excellent opportunity.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
My client a leading international technology group is looking for a Lead Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Engineer to join there team . This is a key role within the organisation, offering the opportunity to take ownership of ILS delivery for major Naval programmes and to play a central part in ensuring contractual and customer requirements are met. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and delivering ILS content across the programme life-cycle. The successful candidate will bring a proactive, solutions-focused approach, alongside a high degree of flexibility and the ability to operate effectively within a complex, regulated environment. THE JOB role Includes: Leading and managing the ILS engineering team, including task allocation, performance management, mentoring, and developing capability within the ILS discipline. Review customer ILS requirements and provide guidance to the sales and estimating teams during bid and proposal phases, ensuring accurate costing and achievable commitments. Act as the primary Reliability, Maintainability and Supportability focal point within the engineering organisation, providing expert oversight and coaching to the wider ILS team. Develop and maintain the overall ILS strategy, ensuring ILS activities are effectively planned, resourced, prioritised and delivered by the ILS engineering team. Oversee the creation, verification and configuration control of system reliability analysis data and documentation, including: FMECA, MTBF/MTTR assessments, RBD/FTA, Spare Parts & Consumables analysis, and Life Cycle Cost estimations. Manage and quality-assure the team's NATO Codification activities, ensuring compliance with contract and regulatory requirements. Direct and review preparation of all ILS and supportability documentation, including Supportability Case Reports, ARM Reports, equipment maintenance manuals, training material, and associated engineering evidence. Act as primary liaison with the customer and 3rd-party ILS specialists, representing both your team and the engineering function professionally and effectively. Promote continuous improvement across ILS processes, toolsets, and methodologies, ensuring the team meets evolving capability and customer expectations. Carry out any other tasks as delegated by the Engineering Manager. Degree or HND/HNC qualified with relevant practical experience (Naval / Marine background desirable). Experience of systems engineering processes, product development & through life support life-cycles. Sound knowledge of ILS standards such as Def Stan 00-600, ASD S3000L, JSP 886, Def Con 117, with an understanding of the customer environment, structure and processes. Experience of working with technical publications, including ASD S1000D. Experience of NATO Codification requirements and Spares Modelling. Experience using ReliaSoft XFMEA and BlockSim or similar reliability modelling software. Strong interpersonal and highly developed verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal and external stakeholders. You will be flexible and able to adapt to rapidly changing requirements and priorities. You must be willing to travel occasionally within the UK and possibly overseas. analyse complex issues and problems and come up with rational judgments demonstrate specialist knowledge and expertise in own area communicate in a clear, precise and structured way co-operate well with others, share knowledge, experience, information and support others in the pursuit of team goals. Please get in touch in the first instance with your CV stating rate expectation for further information on this excellent opportunity.
Pre-Sales Transition Manager Position Description At CGI, we deliver complex transformation programmes that create measurable outcomes for our clients, and successful transitions are critical to that impact. As our Pre-sales Transition Manager, you will shape how we mobilise new services, ensuring every proposed transition is credible, deliverable, risk-aware, and commercially sound. Working at the heart of our bid activity, you will translate client ambition into structured, executable plans that set projects up for long-term success. You will take ownership of high-profile opportunities, apply creative thinking to complex challenges, and collaborate across our organisation to turn strategy into reality-empowered by a culture that supports your expertise and values your contribution. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead the development of robust transition approaches during pre-sales and bid phases, ensuring solutions are realistic, risk-aware, and commercially viable. You will translate client requirements into structured transition plans that reflect delivery realities, sequencing, governance, and cost considerations-creating a clear pathway from contract award to successful mobilisation. You will work closely with solution owners, architects, commercial teams, and delivery SMEs, confidently challenging assumptions where risk or cost exposure may arise. By applying your hands-on transition experience, you will identify risks early, shape mitigations into the solution design, and ensure alignment between client expectations and operational capability. You will also play a visible role in articulating the transition strategy-producing high-quality written bid responses and confidently presenting transition approaches to internal stakeholders and clients. From first bid discussion to handover, you will take ownership of the transition narrative and ensure delivery teams are set up for success from Day 1. Key responsibilities: Lead & Shape the end-to-end transition approach within pre-sales and bid activity Design & Structure executable, risk-aware transition plans aligned to CGI delivery principles Collaborate & Influence bid teams, architects, commercial partners, and delivery SMEs Identify & Mitigate transition risks early, embedding mitigation into solution design and pricing Validate & Challenge cost, effort, and timeline assumptions to protect margin and delivery integrity Produce & Present clear, compelling written bid responses and transition presentations Engage & Communicate complex transition strategies confidently to clients and senior stakeholders Improve & Evolve reusable transition assets, lessons learned, and bid content Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring strong hands-on experience delivering complex transitions within large-scale service environments, alongside exposure to pre-sales or bid activity. You will combine commercial awareness with practical delivery insight, enabling you to design transition solutions that are both client-focused and operationally sound. You will also demonstrate excellent communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality written content and confidently present to internal and external stakeholders. Essential qualifications and experience: You should have proven experience as a Project Manager or Transition Manager delivering complex service transitions Demonstrable involvement in pre-sales or bid activity, shaping transition components Strong understanding of delivery risk, sequencing, and operational dependencies Commercial awareness, including cost drivers, margin protection, and risk pricing Excellent written communication skills with experience contributing to bid responses Confident presentation skills, with the ability to articulate solutions to clients and senior stakeholders Experience working across multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholder groups Working knowledge of governance frameworks such as BEMF and alignment with delivery principles Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Pre-Sales Transition Manager Position Description At CGI, we deliver complex transformation programmes that create measurable outcomes for our clients, and successful transitions are critical to that impact. As our Pre-sales Transition Manager, you will shape how we mobilise new services, ensuring every proposed transition is credible, deliverable, risk-aware, and commercially sound. Working at the heart of our bid activity, you will translate client ambition into structured, executable plans that set projects up for long-term success. You will take ownership of high-profile opportunities, apply creative thinking to complex challenges, and collaborate across our organisation to turn strategy into reality-empowered by a culture that supports your expertise and values your contribution. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead the development of robust transition approaches during pre-sales and bid phases, ensuring solutions are realistic, risk-aware, and commercially viable. You will translate client requirements into structured transition plans that reflect delivery realities, sequencing, governance, and cost considerations-creating a clear pathway from contract award to successful mobilisation. You will work closely with solution owners, architects, commercial teams, and delivery SMEs, confidently challenging assumptions where risk or cost exposure may arise. By applying your hands-on transition experience, you will identify risks early, shape mitigations into the solution design, and ensure alignment between client expectations and operational capability. You will also play a visible role in articulating the transition strategy-producing high-quality written bid responses and confidently presenting transition approaches to internal stakeholders and clients. From first bid discussion to handover, you will take ownership of the transition narrative and ensure delivery teams are set up for success from Day 1. Key responsibilities: Lead & Shape the end-to-end transition approach within pre-sales and bid activity Design & Structure executable, risk-aware transition plans aligned to CGI delivery principles Collaborate & Influence bid teams, architects, commercial partners, and delivery SMEs Identify & Mitigate transition risks early, embedding mitigation into solution design and pricing Validate & Challenge cost, effort, and timeline assumptions to protect margin and delivery integrity Produce & Present clear, compelling written bid responses and transition presentations Engage & Communicate complex transition strategies confidently to clients and senior stakeholders Improve & Evolve reusable transition assets, lessons learned, and bid content Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring strong hands-on experience delivering complex transitions within large-scale service environments, alongside exposure to pre-sales or bid activity. You will combine commercial awareness with practical delivery insight, enabling you to design transition solutions that are both client-focused and operationally sound. You will also demonstrate excellent communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality written content and confidently present to internal and external stakeholders. Essential qualifications and experience: You should have proven experience as a Project Manager or Transition Manager delivering complex service transitions Demonstrable involvement in pre-sales or bid activity, shaping transition components Strong understanding of delivery risk, sequencing, and operational dependencies Commercial awareness, including cost drivers, margin protection, and risk pricing Excellent written communication skills with experience contributing to bid responses Confident presentation skills, with the ability to articulate solutions to clients and senior stakeholders Experience working across multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholder groups Working knowledge of governance frameworks such as BEMF and alignment with delivery principles Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Bid Manager We have a fantastic opportunity for a Bid Manager to join an established main contractor based in Southampton. The business has a strong presence on the South Coast, undertaking projects valuing up to £15mil across both the public and private sectors including education, healthcare, residential and commercial click apply for full job details
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Bid Manager We have a fantastic opportunity for a Bid Manager to join an established main contractor based in Southampton. The business has a strong presence on the South Coast, undertaking projects valuing up to £15mil across both the public and private sectors including education, healthcare, residential and commercial click apply for full job details
Job Title: Bid & Framework Administrator Location: Blackfriars (on-site x3 days per week) Salary/Rate: 200 per day inside IR35 Start Date: May Job Type: Initial 6 month contract Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Bid & Framework Administrator to join their team in Blackfriars on a hybrid basis. Job Responsibilities/Objectives Working as part of the EMEA Sales team across all practices of our client. You'll play a key role in connecting their sales team to exciting new opportunities, acting as the primary point of contact for all Government frameworks, CCS & non-CCS for the UK&I Sales function. You'll be the friendly, organised hub for all things related to our frameworks. Your day-to-day will involve managing and overseeing all opportunities and communications coming in through their online platforms and client contacts. This means you'll be the first to read, assess, and prioritise potential opportunities that match the great work they deliver, communicating with the relevant Sales and senior leadership teams across the business to help us decide whether to pursue them. We're looking for someone who is a natural collaborator. You'll regularly engage with a variety of important stakeholders, including our Sales and Delivery Leads, helping you get the inside track on upcoming opportunities being released through government tendering processes and specific frameworks. Framework and Governance Management Maintain master register of active framework information, Lot/Scope/Duration and access details. Maintain oversight of our framework regulation compliance (Modern Slavery/Carbon) with agreements and alert the business to the risks of non-compliance. Liaise with Legal. Manage MI Invoicing. Liaise with Finance to ensure we meet our monthly MI payment obligations, and load invoices to the CCS portal. Reporting business/no business as per framework agreements. Framework management, maintaining and renewing places on new/existing frameworks. Identification of new framework opportunities and supporting the management of bid submissions. Working closely with the Senior Bid Manager to identify upcoming opportunities such as supplier events, customer market engagement and future PIN notices. Maintain password logs and portal access. Maintain the bid schedule, track key milestones, and ensure all contributors meet deadlines. Identify best practices for ongoing management of frameworks working with relevant key stakeholders. Bid Management Administration Monitor and manage the central bid inbox, distributing opportunities to relevant stakeholders (Sales, Industry Leads, Practices) for qualification and ownership. Download and review tender documentation, register expressions of interest, and ensure timely engagement. Complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs), supplier questionnaires, and standard compliance responses. Support Senior Bid Manager in producing compelling and compliant proposals in response to PQQs, RFPs, RFIs, and ITTs. Coordinate inputs from internal stakeholders across technical, commercial, legal, and delivery teams. Support post-submission activities such as clarifications and presentations. Prepare templates, track documents, and format responses in accordance with brand and client requirements. Ensure version control, document integrity, and quality assurance processes are followed. Assist in the development and maintenance of a bid library/knowledge bank (e.g., case studies, standard answers). Maintain accurate records of all bid activity, including pipeline tracking, outcomes. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Previous experience in bid management administration, bidding and managing, Public Sector Frameworks/renewals Administration: Exceptional organisational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail and ability to manage time effectively. Compliance and Public Sector regulations: Basic understanding of compliance requirements. Proofreading: Excellent English language skills with the ability to spot basic grammatical and formatting errors. Resilience: Team player, ability to work well under pressure and to demanding deadlines, with confidence to engage with a broad range of internal stakeholders. Documentation: Proficiency in filing, archiving, and retrieving information efficiently. Technology Proficiency: High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Ideally experienced with HubSpot and public procurement tools and systems (e.g. BiP Solutions, Tussell, Find a Tender, Bravo, Atamis, etc.). If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
Apr 20, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Bid & Framework Administrator Location: Blackfriars (on-site x3 days per week) Salary/Rate: 200 per day inside IR35 Start Date: May Job Type: Initial 6 month contract Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Bid & Framework Administrator to join their team in Blackfriars on a hybrid basis. Job Responsibilities/Objectives Working as part of the EMEA Sales team across all practices of our client. You'll play a key role in connecting their sales team to exciting new opportunities, acting as the primary point of contact for all Government frameworks, CCS & non-CCS for the UK&I Sales function. You'll be the friendly, organised hub for all things related to our frameworks. Your day-to-day will involve managing and overseeing all opportunities and communications coming in through their online platforms and client contacts. This means you'll be the first to read, assess, and prioritise potential opportunities that match the great work they deliver, communicating with the relevant Sales and senior leadership teams across the business to help us decide whether to pursue them. We're looking for someone who is a natural collaborator. You'll regularly engage with a variety of important stakeholders, including our Sales and Delivery Leads, helping you get the inside track on upcoming opportunities being released through government tendering processes and specific frameworks. Framework and Governance Management Maintain master register of active framework information, Lot/Scope/Duration and access details. Maintain oversight of our framework regulation compliance (Modern Slavery/Carbon) with agreements and alert the business to the risks of non-compliance. Liaise with Legal. Manage MI Invoicing. Liaise with Finance to ensure we meet our monthly MI payment obligations, and load invoices to the CCS portal. Reporting business/no business as per framework agreements. Framework management, maintaining and renewing places on new/existing frameworks. Identification of new framework opportunities and supporting the management of bid submissions. Working closely with the Senior Bid Manager to identify upcoming opportunities such as supplier events, customer market engagement and future PIN notices. Maintain password logs and portal access. Maintain the bid schedule, track key milestones, and ensure all contributors meet deadlines. Identify best practices for ongoing management of frameworks working with relevant key stakeholders. Bid Management Administration Monitor and manage the central bid inbox, distributing opportunities to relevant stakeholders (Sales, Industry Leads, Practices) for qualification and ownership. Download and review tender documentation, register expressions of interest, and ensure timely engagement. Complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs), supplier questionnaires, and standard compliance responses. Support Senior Bid Manager in producing compelling and compliant proposals in response to PQQs, RFPs, RFIs, and ITTs. Coordinate inputs from internal stakeholders across technical, commercial, legal, and delivery teams. Support post-submission activities such as clarifications and presentations. Prepare templates, track documents, and format responses in accordance with brand and client requirements. Ensure version control, document integrity, and quality assurance processes are followed. Assist in the development and maintenance of a bid library/knowledge bank (e.g., case studies, standard answers). Maintain accurate records of all bid activity, including pipeline tracking, outcomes. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Previous experience in bid management administration, bidding and managing, Public Sector Frameworks/renewals Administration: Exceptional organisational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail and ability to manage time effectively. Compliance and Public Sector regulations: Basic understanding of compliance requirements. Proofreading: Excellent English language skills with the ability to spot basic grammatical and formatting errors. Resilience: Team player, ability to work well under pressure and to demanding deadlines, with confidence to engage with a broad range of internal stakeholders. Documentation: Proficiency in filing, archiving, and retrieving information efficiently. Technology Proficiency: High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Ideally experienced with HubSpot and public procurement tools and systems (e.g. BiP Solutions, Tussell, Find a Tender, Bravo, Atamis, etc.). If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
Title: Project Manager - Built Environment Requisition ID: 10636 The Opportunity We have a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager to join our Built Environment team, part of the Advisory business - a vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates our differences and makes a real impact across the UK. In this role you'll be responsible for the management and delivery of small to medium sized Environmental and/or Built Environment projects, for a range of clients, both internal and external. The role gives you the opportunity to deliver projects across a number of sectors, from rail, to highways to complex facilities. Responsibilities include: Handle projects from tender through to delivery and close out, liaising with the different stakeholders (internal and external) as required. Prepare, check and maintain project management information/deliverables to meet quality, cost and programme. You should be able to oversee the actions of more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks. Liaise with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, responding to queries etc. Maintain, implement and advocate for Project Management Processes across the Advisory team. Ensure project compliance with Health and Safety, Environmental and other appropriate regulations. Document any relevant case studies that can be used to support future bids and support bid development. Forecast, monitor and report on the financial performance of the project, through regular reports, comparing actual and forecast performance for costs, programme, risk and safety inc. variations. Responsible for performance, including financial of single discipline projects. What you will bring to us: Bachelors or Masters degree in an appropriate subject (desirable) Associate membership of the Association for Project Management Association for Project Management Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent - or should be strongly working towards Applies project management theory and principles to clearly understood situations, where concepts are matched to problems Takes ownership for the preparation and checking of deliverables and is fully capable of working unsupervised and supervising more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks. Can check deliverables to a reasonable standard and takes ownership for this. Very good working knowledge of relevant project management software and similar analytical tools Demonstrates good commercial awareness What we can offer you: At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That's why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you. Some of our benefits include: Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition Competitive salary and compensation Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities Who we are Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems. What we do We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets. Application Guidance Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process. Apply Today We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Title: Project Manager - Built Environment Requisition ID: 10636 The Opportunity We have a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager to join our Built Environment team, part of the Advisory business - a vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates our differences and makes a real impact across the UK. In this role you'll be responsible for the management and delivery of small to medium sized Environmental and/or Built Environment projects, for a range of clients, both internal and external. The role gives you the opportunity to deliver projects across a number of sectors, from rail, to highways to complex facilities. Responsibilities include: Handle projects from tender through to delivery and close out, liaising with the different stakeholders (internal and external) as required. Prepare, check and maintain project management information/deliverables to meet quality, cost and programme. You should be able to oversee the actions of more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks. Liaise with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, responding to queries etc. Maintain, implement and advocate for Project Management Processes across the Advisory team. Ensure project compliance with Health and Safety, Environmental and other appropriate regulations. Document any relevant case studies that can be used to support future bids and support bid development. Forecast, monitor and report on the financial performance of the project, through regular reports, comparing actual and forecast performance for costs, programme, risk and safety inc. variations. Responsible for performance, including financial of single discipline projects. What you will bring to us: Bachelors or Masters degree in an appropriate subject (desirable) Associate membership of the Association for Project Management Association for Project Management Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent - or should be strongly working towards Applies project management theory and principles to clearly understood situations, where concepts are matched to problems Takes ownership for the preparation and checking of deliverables and is fully capable of working unsupervised and supervising more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks. Can check deliverables to a reasonable standard and takes ownership for this. Very good working knowledge of relevant project management software and similar analytical tools Demonstrates good commercial awareness What we can offer you: At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That's why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you. Some of our benefits include: Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition Competitive salary and compensation Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities Who we are Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems. What we do We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets. Application Guidance Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process. 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Pensions Manager Position Description At CGI, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping how we support and protect the long-term financial wellbeing of our people. As Pensions Manager based in either Reading, Leatherhead or London, you'll take the lead on our UK and Ireland pension arrangements, ensuring strong outcomes, regulatory excellence and sustainable future provision. You'll work at the heart of a global organisation recognised for trust, innovation and impact, where your expertise directly influences business decisions and employee confidence. At CGI, you'll be empowered to take ownership, encouraged to think creatively, and supported by a collaborative, people-centred culture that values expertise and integrity. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities As part of the Total Compensation Team sitting within Human Resources, reporting directly to the Director, Total Compensation, you will be responsible for our UK & Ireland pension arrangements, including contract-based DC Schemes (c7,500 CGI Partners) legacy DB Schemes (c3,000 CGI Partners), and will also play a role in the maintaining oversight of our pension arrangements in Australia. You will also act as Chairman and Secretary of the DC Governance Committee, advise the business on strategic legacy DB issues and work in collaboration with the Trustee to ensure efficient governance of the legacy DB scheme. This is a hands-on role, so you will support the day-to-day operation of current schemes, while also supporting the overall strategy development and other related projects. In addition to this you will also: • Provide general subject matter expertise on pension matters to local HR and business leaders in response to specific pension matters, including the support for new business bids • Maintain oversight of pension processes for the defined contribution plans operated by CGI, recommending or implementing changes where required, and dealing with escalated issues • Chair and coordinate the defined contribution governance committee, ensuring the effectiveness of the group in reviewing the overall performance of investment options and scheme providers • Close involvement with Trust based DB schemes, acting as the interface between the Trustee and the Company • Undertake a key role in supporting the Chair of Pension Trustees and the Trustee board for the defined benefit pension schemes • Liaise with pension administrators and other external advisors and internal stakeholders to facilitate the ongoing management of schemes, and to help to ensure legal and regulatory compliance • Provide input to pensions strategy for CGI UK for both defined benefit and defined contribution plans Required qualifications to be successful in this role We are seeking someone who has a high attention to detail, is highly motivated, independent and well-organised to join our team. This role requires a deep expertise in current and historic pension legislation and a proven track record of good pension governance. • Proven experience in a Pension management role either in consultancy or in-house, irrespective of industry, with knowledge of the mechanics and technical requirements of DB & DC pension arrangements. • Bachelor degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience • Sound knowledge of pensions' legislation and governance • Experience in dealing with fair deal is an asset • High quality scheme secretariat services with trustee-facing experience Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Pensions Manager Position Description At CGI, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping how we support and protect the long-term financial wellbeing of our people. As Pensions Manager based in either Reading, Leatherhead or London, you'll take the lead on our UK and Ireland pension arrangements, ensuring strong outcomes, regulatory excellence and sustainable future provision. You'll work at the heart of a global organisation recognised for trust, innovation and impact, where your expertise directly influences business decisions and employee confidence. At CGI, you'll be empowered to take ownership, encouraged to think creatively, and supported by a collaborative, people-centred culture that values expertise and integrity. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities As part of the Total Compensation Team sitting within Human Resources, reporting directly to the Director, Total Compensation, you will be responsible for our UK & Ireland pension arrangements, including contract-based DC Schemes (c7,500 CGI Partners) legacy DB Schemes (c3,000 CGI Partners), and will also play a role in the maintaining oversight of our pension arrangements in Australia. You will also act as Chairman and Secretary of the DC Governance Committee, advise the business on strategic legacy DB issues and work in collaboration with the Trustee to ensure efficient governance of the legacy DB scheme. This is a hands-on role, so you will support the day-to-day operation of current schemes, while also supporting the overall strategy development and other related projects. In addition to this you will also: • Provide general subject matter expertise on pension matters to local HR and business leaders in response to specific pension matters, including the support for new business bids • Maintain oversight of pension processes for the defined contribution plans operated by CGI, recommending or implementing changes where required, and dealing with escalated issues • Chair and coordinate the defined contribution governance committee, ensuring the effectiveness of the group in reviewing the overall performance of investment options and scheme providers • Close involvement with Trust based DB schemes, acting as the interface between the Trustee and the Company • Undertake a key role in supporting the Chair of Pension Trustees and the Trustee board for the defined benefit pension schemes • Liaise with pension administrators and other external advisors and internal stakeholders to facilitate the ongoing management of schemes, and to help to ensure legal and regulatory compliance • Provide input to pensions strategy for CGI UK for both defined benefit and defined contribution plans Required qualifications to be successful in this role We are seeking someone who has a high attention to detail, is highly motivated, independent and well-organised to join our team. This role requires a deep expertise in current and historic pension legislation and a proven track record of good pension governance. • Proven experience in a Pension management role either in consultancy or in-house, irrespective of industry, with knowledge of the mechanics and technical requirements of DB & DC pension arrangements. • Bachelor degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience • Sound knowledge of pensions' legislation and governance • Experience in dealing with fair deal is an asset • High quality scheme secretariat services with trustee-facing experience Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Senior Bid Manager Position Description At CGI, you'll play a critical role in securing large-scale Public Safety programmes that directly shape the future of national services. As a Senior Bid Manager working in our Public Safety Business Unit, you will lead high-value pursuits from initial qualification through to final submission, guiding multi-disciplinary teams to produce compelling, compliant and commercially robust bids. You will bring structure, creativity and disciplined leadership to complex opportunities, ensuring CGI presents solutions that deliver meaningful impact for clients and the communities they serve. Supported by a collaborative environment, you will take ownership of major bids, refine processes and drive continuous improvement across our Public Safety Business Engineering team. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead end-to-end bid activity for major Public Safety opportunities-bringing together solution, commercial, operational and governance teams to deliver compelling submissions. You will shape clear win strategies, define value propositions and ensure every proposal is delivered on time, on budget and to the highest standard. Taking ownership of the bid lifecycle, you will manage governance, risk, quality and stakeholder alignment to ensure CGI presents strong, credible and competitive offers. You will foster a motivated, collaborative bid culture-driving continuous improvement, capturing lessons learned and enhancing bid quality, efficiency and knowledge reuse across the function. With the support of an experienced team, you will influence major opportunities that help transform vital national services. Key responsibilities include: • Lead & Orchestrate: Manage end-to-end bid delivery, including planning, budgeting and approvals. • Align & Motivate: Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and create a strong win-focused environment. • Govern & Assure: Manage risk, performance, stakeholder engagement and internal bid governance. • Develop & Deliver: Produce compliant, compelling, commercially robust proposals submitted on time. • Analyse & Improve: Review client feedback, track lessons learned and drive continuous improvement. • Collaborate & Shape: Support early qualification and capture planning to influence pursuit strategy. • Present & Coordinate: Organise and support client presentations throughout the evaluation process. Required qualifications to be successful in this role You'll bring proven experience managing major public sector bids, ideally in IT Services, SIAM or Managed Services. You should have strong governance discipline, deep understanding of public sector procurement, and the ability to guide multi-disciplinary teams through complex, fast-paced bid cycles. You should have: • Experience leading large public sector bids (£50m-£250m). • Strong knowledge of IT Services, SIAM or Managed Services delivery models. • Shipley or APMP accreditation (or equivalent). • Proven ability to create win strategies and compelling value propositions. • Experience managing complex bid teams and partner organisations. • Strong understanding of public sector procurement rules and evaluation criteria. • Excellent planning, scheduling and governance discipline. Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Senior Bid Manager Position Description At CGI, you'll play a critical role in securing large-scale Public Safety programmes that directly shape the future of national services. As a Senior Bid Manager working in our Public Safety Business Unit, you will lead high-value pursuits from initial qualification through to final submission, guiding multi-disciplinary teams to produce compelling, compliant and commercially robust bids. You will bring structure, creativity and disciplined leadership to complex opportunities, ensuring CGI presents solutions that deliver meaningful impact for clients and the communities they serve. Supported by a collaborative environment, you will take ownership of major bids, refine processes and drive continuous improvement across our Public Safety Business Engineering team. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead end-to-end bid activity for major Public Safety opportunities-bringing together solution, commercial, operational and governance teams to deliver compelling submissions. You will shape clear win strategies, define value propositions and ensure every proposal is delivered on time, on budget and to the highest standard. Taking ownership of the bid lifecycle, you will manage governance, risk, quality and stakeholder alignment to ensure CGI presents strong, credible and competitive offers. You will foster a motivated, collaborative bid culture-driving continuous improvement, capturing lessons learned and enhancing bid quality, efficiency and knowledge reuse across the function. With the support of an experienced team, you will influence major opportunities that help transform vital national services. Key responsibilities include: • Lead & Orchestrate: Manage end-to-end bid delivery, including planning, budgeting and approvals. • Align & Motivate: Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and create a strong win-focused environment. • Govern & Assure: Manage risk, performance, stakeholder engagement and internal bid governance. • Develop & Deliver: Produce compliant, compelling, commercially robust proposals submitted on time. • Analyse & Improve: Review client feedback, track lessons learned and drive continuous improvement. • Collaborate & Shape: Support early qualification and capture planning to influence pursuit strategy. • Present & Coordinate: Organise and support client presentations throughout the evaluation process. Required qualifications to be successful in this role You'll bring proven experience managing major public sector bids, ideally in IT Services, SIAM or Managed Services. You should have strong governance discipline, deep understanding of public sector procurement, and the ability to guide multi-disciplinary teams through complex, fast-paced bid cycles. You should have: • Experience leading large public sector bids (£50m-£250m). • Strong knowledge of IT Services, SIAM or Managed Services delivery models. • Shipley or APMP accreditation (or equivalent). • Proven ability to create win strategies and compelling value propositions. • Experience managing complex bid teams and partner organisations. • Strong understanding of public sector procurement rules and evaluation criteria. • Excellent planning, scheduling and governance discipline. Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Pensions Manager Position Description At CGI, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping how we support and protect the long-term financial wellbeing of our people. As Pensions Manager, you'll take the lead on our UK and Ireland pension arrangements, ensuring strong outcomes, regulatory excellence and sustainable future provision. You'll work at the heart of a global organisation recognised for trust, innovation and impact, where your expertise directly influences business decisions and employee confidence. At CGI, you'll be empowered to take ownership, encouraged to think creatively, and supported by a collaborative, people-centred culture that values expertise and integrity. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities As part of the Total Compensation Team sitting within Human Resources, reporting directly to the Director, Total Compensation, you will be responsible for our UK & Ireland pension arrangements, including contract-based DC Schemes (c7,500 CGI Partners) legacy DB Schemes (c3,000 CGI Partners), and will also play a role in the maintaining oversight of our pension arrangements in Australia. You will also act as Chairman and Secretary of the DC Governance Committee, advise the business on strategic legacy DB issues and work in collaboration with the Trustee to ensure efficient governance of the legacy DB scheme. This is a hands-on role, so you will support the day-to-day operation of current schemes, while also supporting the overall strategy development and other related projects. In addition to this you will also: • Provide general subject matter expertise on pension matters to local HR and business leaders in response to specific pension matters, including the support for new business bids • Maintain oversight of pension processes for the defined contribution plans operated by CGI, recommending or implementing changes where required, and dealing with escalated issues • Chair and coordinate the defined contribution governance committee, ensuring the effectiveness of the group in reviewing the overall performance of investment options and scheme providers • Close involvement with Trust based DB schemes, acting as the interface between the Trustee and the Company • Undertake a key role in supporting the Chair of Pension Trustees and the Trustee board for the defined benefit pension schemes • Liaise with pension administrators and other external advisors and internal stakeholders to facilitate the ongoing management of schemes, and to help to ensure legal and regulatory compliance • Provide input to pensions strategy for CGI UK for both defined benefit and defined contribution plans Required qualifications to be successful in this role We are seeking someone who has a high attention to detail, is highly motivated, independent and well-organised to join our team. This role requires a deep expertise in current and historic pension legislation and a proven track record of good pension governance. • Proven experience in a Pension management role either in consultancy or in-house, irrespective of industry, with knowledge of the mechanics and technical requirements of DB & DC pension arrangements. • Bachelor degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience • Sound knowledge of pensions' legislation and governance • Experience in dealing with fair deal is an asset • High quality scheme secretariat services with trustee-facing experience Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Pensions Manager Position Description At CGI, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping how we support and protect the long-term financial wellbeing of our people. As Pensions Manager, you'll take the lead on our UK and Ireland pension arrangements, ensuring strong outcomes, regulatory excellence and sustainable future provision. You'll work at the heart of a global organisation recognised for trust, innovation and impact, where your expertise directly influences business decisions and employee confidence. At CGI, you'll be empowered to take ownership, encouraged to think creatively, and supported by a collaborative, people-centred culture that values expertise and integrity. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities As part of the Total Compensation Team sitting within Human Resources, reporting directly to the Director, Total Compensation, you will be responsible for our UK & Ireland pension arrangements, including contract-based DC Schemes (c7,500 CGI Partners) legacy DB Schemes (c3,000 CGI Partners), and will also play a role in the maintaining oversight of our pension arrangements in Australia. You will also act as Chairman and Secretary of the DC Governance Committee, advise the business on strategic legacy DB issues and work in collaboration with the Trustee to ensure efficient governance of the legacy DB scheme. This is a hands-on role, so you will support the day-to-day operation of current schemes, while also supporting the overall strategy development and other related projects. In addition to this you will also: • Provide general subject matter expertise on pension matters to local HR and business leaders in response to specific pension matters, including the support for new business bids • Maintain oversight of pension processes for the defined contribution plans operated by CGI, recommending or implementing changes where required, and dealing with escalated issues • Chair and coordinate the defined contribution governance committee, ensuring the effectiveness of the group in reviewing the overall performance of investment options and scheme providers • Close involvement with Trust based DB schemes, acting as the interface between the Trustee and the Company • Undertake a key role in supporting the Chair of Pension Trustees and the Trustee board for the defined benefit pension schemes • Liaise with pension administrators and other external advisors and internal stakeholders to facilitate the ongoing management of schemes, and to help to ensure legal and regulatory compliance • Provide input to pensions strategy for CGI UK for both defined benefit and defined contribution plans Required qualifications to be successful in this role We are seeking someone who has a high attention to detail, is highly motivated, independent and well-organised to join our team. This role requires a deep expertise in current and historic pension legislation and a proven track record of good pension governance. • Proven experience in a Pension management role either in consultancy or in-house, irrespective of industry, with knowledge of the mechanics and technical requirements of DB & DC pension arrangements. • Bachelor degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience • Sound knowledge of pensions' legislation and governance • Experience in dealing with fair deal is an asset • High quality scheme secretariat services with trustee-facing experience Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Practice Manager - Leading Solicitors Firm (Bedfordshire) Salary: Up to £65,000 + Excellent Benefits & Performance Bonus Employment: Full-time (Part-time considered) Our client is a well-established and highly respected firm of solicitors with their head office based in Bedfordshire. As part of their continued expansion, FRS has been appointed to recruit an experienced Practice Manager to support the Partners and Executive Team during an exciting period of growth. This is a key leadership role within the business, offering broad responsibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to directly influence the firm's ongoing success and strategic development. Key Responsibilities People & Operational Leadership Manage and develop support staff, including training, recruitment, HR, and Health & Safety. Oversee day-to-day operational performance. Review, refine, and develop KPIs, metrics, and management information. Support practitioner work-streams, providing coordination and mentoring where required. Business Performance & Growth Prepare and support tendering and bids for new business opportunities. Develop strong working relationships with Partners, Directors, and Fee Earners. Work closely with the Executive team on strategic business planning, including future growth and M&A activities. Compliance & Governance Support financial governance and control (acting as Assistant COFA). Ensure full regulatory, statutory, and SRA compliance. Maintain firm-wide policies, processes, and internal controls. Firmwide Operations Oversee facilities management and supplier relationships. Support marketing, IT, and general administration functions. Play a leading role in continuous improvement and change initiatives. About You To be considered, you will: Have recent, proven experience within the legal services sector , ideally as a Practice Manager. Demonstrate a strong understanding of industry regulations , including SRA requirements. Be confident leading and developing high-performing support teams. Thrive in a dynamic, fast-growing environment with a passion for ongoing improvement. What's on Offer Salary up to £65,000 , dependent on experience Excellent benefits package Performance-related bonus Significant potential for career development as the firm continues to expand A varied, influential role at the heart of an ambitious and growing legal practice
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Practice Manager - Leading Solicitors Firm (Bedfordshire) Salary: Up to £65,000 + Excellent Benefits & Performance Bonus Employment: Full-time (Part-time considered) Our client is a well-established and highly respected firm of solicitors with their head office based in Bedfordshire. As part of their continued expansion, FRS has been appointed to recruit an experienced Practice Manager to support the Partners and Executive Team during an exciting period of growth. This is a key leadership role within the business, offering broad responsibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to directly influence the firm's ongoing success and strategic development. Key Responsibilities People & Operational Leadership Manage and develop support staff, including training, recruitment, HR, and Health & Safety. Oversee day-to-day operational performance. Review, refine, and develop KPIs, metrics, and management information. Support practitioner work-streams, providing coordination and mentoring where required. Business Performance & Growth Prepare and support tendering and bids for new business opportunities. Develop strong working relationships with Partners, Directors, and Fee Earners. Work closely with the Executive team on strategic business planning, including future growth and M&A activities. Compliance & Governance Support financial governance and control (acting as Assistant COFA). Ensure full regulatory, statutory, and SRA compliance. Maintain firm-wide policies, processes, and internal controls. Firmwide Operations Oversee facilities management and supplier relationships. Support marketing, IT, and general administration functions. Play a leading role in continuous improvement and change initiatives. About You To be considered, you will: Have recent, proven experience within the legal services sector , ideally as a Practice Manager. Demonstrate a strong understanding of industry regulations , including SRA requirements. Be confident leading and developing high-performing support teams. Thrive in a dynamic, fast-growing environment with a passion for ongoing improvement. What's on Offer Salary up to £65,000 , dependent on experience Excellent benefits package Performance-related bonus Significant potential for career development as the firm continues to expand A varied, influential role at the heart of an ambitious and growing legal practice
Commercial Finance Bid Analyst Impact Food Group At Impact Food Group, we're more than just a school caterer. We're on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We're constantly learning, evolving, and improving - every way, every day. Through our industry-leading brands - Innovate, Hutchison, Cucina, and Chapter One - we cater for over 800,000 students and operate in more than 900 schools nationwide, growing every year. We're now looking for a talented and highly organised Commercial Finance Bid Analyst to join our Shared Services Team and play a vital role in supporting our people operations and employee experience. Guided by our values , integrity, bold, impactful, humble, and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. What you'll be doing We are looking for a sharp, commercially minded Finance professional to join our growing team. In this pivotal role, you will be the bridge between our Sales and Operations departments, ensuring that every new contract we win is both competitive and profitable. This is not a traditional accounting role; it is a strategic position for someone who enjoys the fast-paced nature of sales, possesses a strong analytical toolkit, and wants to see the direct financial impact of their work through the entire contract lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Financial Modelling : Support the building and refining of bespoke budgets for new business bids, ensuring labour costs, food margins, and overheads are accurately projected. Tender Analysis: Carefully review Invitation to Tender (ITT) documents to identify financial risks, mandatory requirements, and commercial opportunities. Post-Win Commercial Analysis: Reviewing how newly won contracts perform against the original budget. You will conduct 'Actual vs. Bid' reviews to spot variances, highlight risks, and help make our future pricing even sharper. Strategic Collaboration: Attend and contribute to approval calls with the Sales Team and Directors to provide financial validation for bid submissions. Performance Benchmarking: Develop and maintain commercial benchmarks (e.g., GP percentages, labour ratios, uptakes) to guide the Sales team in creating realistic proposals. Retention & Extensions: Partner with the Operations Team to re-model financials for existing clients looking to extend their contracts, ensuring terms remain viable. Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for financial advice for the Sales team, providing clear explanations of complex data to non-finance colleagues. More about you Solid Finance Background: You must have a deep understanding of P&L mechanics, margin analysis, and cost allocation. Ideally, you will have equivalent, hands-on Commercial Finance/FP&A experience. Prior Bidding/Pricing Experience: We need someone who can hit the ground running. You should have experience in a similar commercial pricing or bid analysis role. Experience in contract catering is a massive bonus. Advanced Excel: You'll be building complex, multi-tab models that need to be both accurate and easy for others to navigate. High Attention to Detail: Missing a single clause in a tender or a formula error in a budget can be the difference between a winning bid and a loss-making contract. Strong People Skills: You need the diplomacy to tell a Sales Manager "No" when a deal doesn't make sense, while maintaining a collaborative partnership. Commercial Acumen: The ability to see beyond the spreadsheet and understand the operational reality of running a school kitchen. If you're a collaborative, solution-focused Finance professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team transforming lives through the power of food, making a genuine difference for students across the UK.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Commercial Finance Bid Analyst Impact Food Group At Impact Food Group, we're more than just a school caterer. We're on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We're constantly learning, evolving, and improving - every way, every day. Through our industry-leading brands - Innovate, Hutchison, Cucina, and Chapter One - we cater for over 800,000 students and operate in more than 900 schools nationwide, growing every year. We're now looking for a talented and highly organised Commercial Finance Bid Analyst to join our Shared Services Team and play a vital role in supporting our people operations and employee experience. Guided by our values , integrity, bold, impactful, humble, and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. What you'll be doing We are looking for a sharp, commercially minded Finance professional to join our growing team. In this pivotal role, you will be the bridge between our Sales and Operations departments, ensuring that every new contract we win is both competitive and profitable. This is not a traditional accounting role; it is a strategic position for someone who enjoys the fast-paced nature of sales, possesses a strong analytical toolkit, and wants to see the direct financial impact of their work through the entire contract lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Financial Modelling : Support the building and refining of bespoke budgets for new business bids, ensuring labour costs, food margins, and overheads are accurately projected. Tender Analysis: Carefully review Invitation to Tender (ITT) documents to identify financial risks, mandatory requirements, and commercial opportunities. Post-Win Commercial Analysis: Reviewing how newly won contracts perform against the original budget. You will conduct 'Actual vs. Bid' reviews to spot variances, highlight risks, and help make our future pricing even sharper. Strategic Collaboration: Attend and contribute to approval calls with the Sales Team and Directors to provide financial validation for bid submissions. Performance Benchmarking: Develop and maintain commercial benchmarks (e.g., GP percentages, labour ratios, uptakes) to guide the Sales team in creating realistic proposals. Retention & Extensions: Partner with the Operations Team to re-model financials for existing clients looking to extend their contracts, ensuring terms remain viable. Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for financial advice for the Sales team, providing clear explanations of complex data to non-finance colleagues. More about you Solid Finance Background: You must have a deep understanding of P&L mechanics, margin analysis, and cost allocation. Ideally, you will have equivalent, hands-on Commercial Finance/FP&A experience. Prior Bidding/Pricing Experience: We need someone who can hit the ground running. You should have experience in a similar commercial pricing or bid analysis role. Experience in contract catering is a massive bonus. Advanced Excel: You'll be building complex, multi-tab models that need to be both accurate and easy for others to navigate. High Attention to Detail: Missing a single clause in a tender or a formula error in a budget can be the difference between a winning bid and a loss-making contract. Strong People Skills: You need the diplomacy to tell a Sales Manager "No" when a deal doesn't make sense, while maintaining a collaborative partnership. Commercial Acumen: The ability to see beyond the spreadsheet and understand the operational reality of running a school kitchen. If you're a collaborative, solution-focused Finance professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team transforming lives through the power of food, making a genuine difference for students across the UK.
About The Role: A prominent global architectural studio, renowned for its high-profile projects, is actively seeking a strategic and confident Bid Manager to join its London team. In this newly created role, you will work closely with the Head of New Business, two Bid Coordinators, and other key team members to drive business growth and manage the bid process from end to end. The practice has an international outlook, with this position focusing on the EMEA region and working strategically to deliver compelling bids in collaboration with the wider business development, marketing, and communications teams in London, and collaborating with their international studios. The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator with excellent writing and interpersonal skills, and a proactive, solutions-focused approach. You will be comfortable working independently and using your initiative, with excellence in meeting deadlines. This opportunity offers a collaborative work culture, an enriched benefits package, hybrid working and the chance to contribute to an acclaimed name in the architecture industry. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of bids, proposals and competition submissions for the London studio Develop clear win strategies, themes and structured responses in collaboration with senior leadership and sector leads Line-manage and mentor the bid team, supporting development and driving best practice Review, edit and oversee written and visual bid content Manage bid programmes, timelines, budgets and external suppliers, reporting regularly on progress, priorities and risks Represent the practice at external networking events and work cohesively with international studios Contribute to decision-making through strategic assessment of briefs, risks and scoring criteria Champion continuous improvement across all bid and business development activity Key Skills / Requirements: Significant experience leading high-value bids and proposals within architecture, design or a related professional services environment Proven ability to manage teams, multiple live submissions and complex stakeholder groups Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail and brand awareness Experience working across EMEA regions highly desirable Strategic thinker with strong project management skills and the confidence to influence senior stakeholders Highly organised, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; APMP qualification advantageous To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role, you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
About The Role: A prominent global architectural studio, renowned for its high-profile projects, is actively seeking a strategic and confident Bid Manager to join its London team. In this newly created role, you will work closely with the Head of New Business, two Bid Coordinators, and other key team members to drive business growth and manage the bid process from end to end. The practice has an international outlook, with this position focusing on the EMEA region and working strategically to deliver compelling bids in collaboration with the wider business development, marketing, and communications teams in London, and collaborating with their international studios. The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator with excellent writing and interpersonal skills, and a proactive, solutions-focused approach. You will be comfortable working independently and using your initiative, with excellence in meeting deadlines. This opportunity offers a collaborative work culture, an enriched benefits package, hybrid working and the chance to contribute to an acclaimed name in the architecture industry. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of bids, proposals and competition submissions for the London studio Develop clear win strategies, themes and structured responses in collaboration with senior leadership and sector leads Line-manage and mentor the bid team, supporting development and driving best practice Review, edit and oversee written and visual bid content Manage bid programmes, timelines, budgets and external suppliers, reporting regularly on progress, priorities and risks Represent the practice at external networking events and work cohesively with international studios Contribute to decision-making through strategic assessment of briefs, risks and scoring criteria Champion continuous improvement across all bid and business development activity Key Skills / Requirements: Significant experience leading high-value bids and proposals within architecture, design or a related professional services environment Proven ability to manage teams, multiple live submissions and complex stakeholder groups Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail and brand awareness Experience working across EMEA regions highly desirable Strategic thinker with strong project management skills and the confidence to influence senior stakeholders Highly organised, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; APMP qualification advantageous To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role, you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.
Pensions Manager Position Description At CGI, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping how we support and protect the long-term financial wellbeing of our people. As Pensions Manager, you'll take the lead on our UK and Ireland pension arrangements, ensuring strong outcomes, regulatory excellence and sustainable future provision. You'll work at the heart of a global organisation recognised for trust, innovation and impact, where your expertise directly influences business decisions and employee confidence. At CGI, you'll be empowered to take ownership, encouraged to think creatively, and supported by a collaborative, people-centred culture that values expertise and integrity. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities As part of the Total Compensation Team sitting within Human Resources, reporting directly to the Director, Total Compensation, you will be responsible for our UK & Ireland pension arrangements, including contract-based DC Schemes (c7,500 CGI Partners) legacy DB Schemes (c3,000 CGI Partners), and will also play a role in the maintaining oversight of our pension arrangements in Australia. You will also act as Chairman and Secretary of the DC Governance Committee, advise the business on strategic legacy DB issues and work in collaboration with the Trustee to ensure efficient governance of the legacy DB scheme. This is a hands-on role, so you will support the day-to-day operation of current schemes, while also supporting the overall strategy development and other related projects. In addition to this you will also: • Provide general subject matter expertise on pension matters to local HR and business leaders in response to specific pension matters, including the support for new business bids • Maintain oversight of pension processes for the defined contribution plans operated by CGI, recommending or implementing changes where required, and dealing with escalated issues • Chair and coordinate the defined contribution governance committee, ensuring the effectiveness of the group in reviewing the overall performance of investment options and scheme providers • Close involvement with Trust based DB schemes, acting as the interface between the Trustee and the Company • Undertake a key role in supporting the Chair of Pension Trustees and the Trustee board for the defined benefit pension schemes • Liaise with pension administrators and other external advisors and internal stakeholders to facilitate the ongoing management of schemes, and to help to ensure legal and regulatory compliance • Provide input to pensions strategy for CGI UK for both defined benefit and defined contribution plans Required qualifications to be successful in this role We are seeking someone who has a high attention to detail, is highly motivated, independent and well-organised to join our team. This role requires a deep expertise in current and historic pension legislation and a proven track record of good pension governance. • Proven experience in a Pension management role either in consultancy or in-house, irrespective of industry, with knowledge of the mechanics and technical requirements of DB & DC pension arrangements. • Bachelor degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience • Sound knowledge of pensions' legislation and governance • Experience in dealing with fair deal is an asset • High quality scheme secretariat services with trustee-facing experience Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Pensions Manager Position Description At CGI, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping how we support and protect the long-term financial wellbeing of our people. As Pensions Manager, you'll take the lead on our UK and Ireland pension arrangements, ensuring strong outcomes, regulatory excellence and sustainable future provision. You'll work at the heart of a global organisation recognised for trust, innovation and impact, where your expertise directly influences business decisions and employee confidence. At CGI, you'll be empowered to take ownership, encouraged to think creatively, and supported by a collaborative, people-centred culture that values expertise and integrity. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities As part of the Total Compensation Team sitting within Human Resources, reporting directly to the Director, Total Compensation, you will be responsible for our UK & Ireland pension arrangements, including contract-based DC Schemes (c7,500 CGI Partners) legacy DB Schemes (c3,000 CGI Partners), and will also play a role in the maintaining oversight of our pension arrangements in Australia. You will also act as Chairman and Secretary of the DC Governance Committee, advise the business on strategic legacy DB issues and work in collaboration with the Trustee to ensure efficient governance of the legacy DB scheme. This is a hands-on role, so you will support the day-to-day operation of current schemes, while also supporting the overall strategy development and other related projects. In addition to this you will also: • Provide general subject matter expertise on pension matters to local HR and business leaders in response to specific pension matters, including the support for new business bids • Maintain oversight of pension processes for the defined contribution plans operated by CGI, recommending or implementing changes where required, and dealing with escalated issues • Chair and coordinate the defined contribution governance committee, ensuring the effectiveness of the group in reviewing the overall performance of investment options and scheme providers • Close involvement with Trust based DB schemes, acting as the interface between the Trustee and the Company • Undertake a key role in supporting the Chair of Pension Trustees and the Trustee board for the defined benefit pension schemes • Liaise with pension administrators and other external advisors and internal stakeholders to facilitate the ongoing management of schemes, and to help to ensure legal and regulatory compliance • Provide input to pensions strategy for CGI UK for both defined benefit and defined contribution plans Required qualifications to be successful in this role We are seeking someone who has a high attention to detail, is highly motivated, independent and well-organised to join our team. This role requires a deep expertise in current and historic pension legislation and a proven track record of good pension governance. • Proven experience in a Pension management role either in consultancy or in-house, irrespective of industry, with knowledge of the mechanics and technical requirements of DB & DC pension arrangements. • Bachelor degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience • Sound knowledge of pensions' legislation and governance • Experience in dealing with fair deal is an asset • High quality scheme secretariat services with trustee-facing experience Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Exponential-e Founded in 2002, Exponential-e swiftly established itself as a UK Cloud, Connectivity and Communications pioneer. Throughout our history, a focus upon leveraging leading-edge technology to deliver profitable and innovative services to our clients and prospects has resulted in industry and peer recognition for our ground-breaking approach, a truly world-class ICT services company. We're a company of innovators who think big and achieve bigger! Our people are crucial to the continuing success of our company. From our CEO to our new Graduates, each of our people demonstrates our PRIDE principles which are at the core of everything we do. Overall purpose of the job: Work with delivery teams across the business and customers ensuring full support is provided regarding health and safety to ensure the business is efficient, technically, and commercially compliant, with on-time delivery, of assigned contracts. The focus will be on designing and delivering the QHSE documentation and governance used in the delivery of complex projects across but not limited to CNI energy/utility OT and data centre projects. It will include travel to customer sites and business offices and locations as required. You will need to maintain an appropriate level of knowledge, skills, and "industry" competency qualifications, and be the QHSE contact/lead for more complex site activities. Key responsibilities for this job: Management and Delivery of all tasks aligned with QHSE aspects for contracts and projects across the business Direct and ensure all respective teams operate within the documented QHSE guidelines for the contacts (RAMS) Work alongside Project Managers, Data Centre and Field operations teams to understand the immediate and mid-term demand on the team relating to H&S. Drive and implement required procedures to ensure risk is mitigated Engage with the design, delivery and support functions to ensure QHSE obligations are in place and adhered to Manage contract level CSIPs relating to Health & Safety, identify areas for improvement and implement timely and appropriate levels of remediation to improve technical and commercial performance. Reporting in an accurate and timely manner on health and safety contract and risk status by providing stakeholders with monthly performance reports for measurement and observation improvements internally and externally in accordance with the contracts Assist sales, solutions and bid teams on new customer engagements to ensure that any H&S compliance requirements are understood and commercially accounted for in proposals and bids. This will also include drafting and assisting with relevant statements of compliance wordings. Responsible for disseminating contracts into commercial and technical objectives in relation to H&S, translating these into key deliverables that can be conveyed to delivery teams and taking lead on any actions Leading on all H&S process and governance with an understanding of the document sets and process needed to ensure the quality, and contractual obligations of the engagement are met, documented and available for audits Drive quality assurance including process and inspection test plan sign off Review and QHSE Supplier posture and work with procurements in implementing improvements Ensure all subcontractor works have clear DOR and processes in place to ensure all work is completed safely Act as escalation and support for customers when issues arise around H&S Any other fair and reasonable task or duty assigned to you by your manager, or other senior staff across all employment entities within the group Knowledge and experience required: Working with customers in the CNI Sector, preferably the UK Electricity utility/energy sector An understanding of the competency/QHSE pre-requisites of working on HV electrical sites Site QHSE management/CDM - planning, organisation, and as required supervision A QHSE qualification (NEBOSH,IOSH, or UKQAM) HNC/HND or equivalent technical experience Highly professional approach and good communication skills Strong presentation skills and experience of working with demanding customers both internally and externally Self motivated with results orientated approach and a positive outlook Our People Our people are what makes Exponential-e Group the company it is today. This year's employee survey highlighted that 81% of employees who took the survey, would recommend a friend to work for our organisation. Learning and development are fundamental parts of daily life at Exponential-e. From their first day at the company, everyone is provided ample opportunities to develop their skills and broaden their horizons, with our own L&D team running a range of bespoke courses, based on the latest innovations and challenges across the digital landscape. Exponential-e Group is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating all employees with respect and dignity. The company respects and values the diversity of its staff, striving to maintain an environment where there is opportunity for everyone to feel valued, their talents to be utilised and for both personal and organisational aspirations to be met. Every employee plays a vital role in helping to create an inclusive working environment by understanding and harnessing difference in a positive way.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Exponential-e Founded in 2002, Exponential-e swiftly established itself as a UK Cloud, Connectivity and Communications pioneer. Throughout our history, a focus upon leveraging leading-edge technology to deliver profitable and innovative services to our clients and prospects has resulted in industry and peer recognition for our ground-breaking approach, a truly world-class ICT services company. We're a company of innovators who think big and achieve bigger! Our people are crucial to the continuing success of our company. From our CEO to our new Graduates, each of our people demonstrates our PRIDE principles which are at the core of everything we do. Overall purpose of the job: Work with delivery teams across the business and customers ensuring full support is provided regarding health and safety to ensure the business is efficient, technically, and commercially compliant, with on-time delivery, of assigned contracts. The focus will be on designing and delivering the QHSE documentation and governance used in the delivery of complex projects across but not limited to CNI energy/utility OT and data centre projects. It will include travel to customer sites and business offices and locations as required. You will need to maintain an appropriate level of knowledge, skills, and "industry" competency qualifications, and be the QHSE contact/lead for more complex site activities. Key responsibilities for this job: Management and Delivery of all tasks aligned with QHSE aspects for contracts and projects across the business Direct and ensure all respective teams operate within the documented QHSE guidelines for the contacts (RAMS) Work alongside Project Managers, Data Centre and Field operations teams to understand the immediate and mid-term demand on the team relating to H&S. Drive and implement required procedures to ensure risk is mitigated Engage with the design, delivery and support functions to ensure QHSE obligations are in place and adhered to Manage contract level CSIPs relating to Health & Safety, identify areas for improvement and implement timely and appropriate levels of remediation to improve technical and commercial performance. Reporting in an accurate and timely manner on health and safety contract and risk status by providing stakeholders with monthly performance reports for measurement and observation improvements internally and externally in accordance with the contracts Assist sales, solutions and bid teams on new customer engagements to ensure that any H&S compliance requirements are understood and commercially accounted for in proposals and bids. This will also include drafting and assisting with relevant statements of compliance wordings. Responsible for disseminating contracts into commercial and technical objectives in relation to H&S, translating these into key deliverables that can be conveyed to delivery teams and taking lead on any actions Leading on all H&S process and governance with an understanding of the document sets and process needed to ensure the quality, and contractual obligations of the engagement are met, documented and available for audits Drive quality assurance including process and inspection test plan sign off Review and QHSE Supplier posture and work with procurements in implementing improvements Ensure all subcontractor works have clear DOR and processes in place to ensure all work is completed safely Act as escalation and support for customers when issues arise around H&S Any other fair and reasonable task or duty assigned to you by your manager, or other senior staff across all employment entities within the group Knowledge and experience required: Working with customers in the CNI Sector, preferably the UK Electricity utility/energy sector An understanding of the competency/QHSE pre-requisites of working on HV electrical sites Site QHSE management/CDM - planning, organisation, and as required supervision A QHSE qualification (NEBOSH,IOSH, or UKQAM) HNC/HND or equivalent technical experience Highly professional approach and good communication skills Strong presentation skills and experience of working with demanding customers both internally and externally Self motivated with results orientated approach and a positive outlook Our People Our people are what makes Exponential-e Group the company it is today. This year's employee survey highlighted that 81% of employees who took the survey, would recommend a friend to work for our organisation. Learning and development are fundamental parts of daily life at Exponential-e. From their first day at the company, everyone is provided ample opportunities to develop their skills and broaden their horizons, with our own L&D team running a range of bespoke courses, based on the latest innovations and challenges across the digital landscape. Exponential-e Group is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating all employees with respect and dignity. The company respects and values the diversity of its staff, striving to maintain an environment where there is opportunity for everyone to feel valued, their talents to be utilised and for both personal and organisational aspirations to be met. Every employee plays a vital role in helping to create an inclusive working environment by understanding and harnessing difference in a positive way.
Randstad Construction & Property
Southampton, Hampshire
We are recruiting for a Design Manager for a national Tier 1 contractor from their regional office in Southampton. They are one of the largest contractors in the UK and have been producing amazing financial results for the last 5 years based on a clear business strategy of quality and risk management. They woek only on frameworks across education, care, MOD and defence, MOJ, bio research and other cutting edge marketplaces. Projects range from 10 to 70 million across Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire. The role is to work on schemes from bid stages and then through the detailed 2nd stage before taking onto site and helping build and deliver the scheme so bid it, win it, 2nd stage it then take to site and deliver it - full life cycle of the project. They are looking for either experienced Design Managers who want the opportunity to get involved in full life cycle of a development and actually have your voice heard and ideas taken seriously or ambitious Design Co-Ordinators ready to take the step up and with the implementation of the building safety act if you are chartered then that would be advantage - if not they are happy to help with the external training to get you there. They offer a competitive salary, car allowance and annual bonus and its a great place to work with energetic leadership teams wanting to make a real difference in the patch. Please apply on line or give me a call on (phone number removed) for more details. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a Design Manager for a national Tier 1 contractor from their regional office in Southampton. They are one of the largest contractors in the UK and have been producing amazing financial results for the last 5 years based on a clear business strategy of quality and risk management. They woek only on frameworks across education, care, MOD and defence, MOJ, bio research and other cutting edge marketplaces. Projects range from 10 to 70 million across Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire. The role is to work on schemes from bid stages and then through the detailed 2nd stage before taking onto site and helping build and deliver the scheme so bid it, win it, 2nd stage it then take to site and deliver it - full life cycle of the project. They are looking for either experienced Design Managers who want the opportunity to get involved in full life cycle of a development and actually have your voice heard and ideas taken seriously or ambitious Design Co-Ordinators ready to take the step up and with the implementation of the building safety act if you are chartered then that would be advantage - if not they are happy to help with the external training to get you there. They offer a competitive salary, car allowance and annual bonus and its a great place to work with energetic leadership teams wanting to make a real difference in the patch. Please apply on line or give me a call on (phone number removed) for more details. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Our client is looking for an experienced Responsible for a Housing Advice and Options Manager. You will be inccharge of x5 Team Leaders, x1 Senior Landlord Liaison Officer, x1 Reviews Officer in the Directorate and Service area: Strategic Housing, Development and Property Services (Adults, Health Partnerships and Housing (DASS), and Children s Services) Ideally someone who is experienced in private rented sector access work, and who is feeling prepared for the changes coming on 1 May (Renters Rights Act). They are looking for a strong leader, and someone that can performance manager and drive forward service improvement. Principal responsibilities Responsible for the management, delivery and performance of a housing advice and options service, including casework and homelessness assessments, ensuring the client meets its statutory duties in line with legislation, guidance, caselaw and the Council s Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy. Ensure appropriate and prompt assessment of homelessness cases via a highly effective triage service, with a focus on effective crisis management and robust upstream prevention activity. Lead in the procurement, development, management and future improvements to the Council s housing advice and homelessness case management software systems. Responsible for the management and monitoring of the housing advice and options service, including performance against KPIs, collection of relevant data and production of reports. Ensure there are adequate service level agreements, data sharing agreements, partnership agreements and protocols in place for all key partner agencies of the housing advice and options service. Manage, motivate and lead a team of officers working across the housing advice and options service to achieve service delivery and positive results. Manage housing advice and options payments and budgets including forecasting expenditure, taking corrective action where pressures occur. Develop, coordinate, and deliver the clients Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy and essential policies relating to the housing advice and options service, and assist and support the development of wider directorate / corporate transformations, strategies, plans, policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements reflecting good practice. Actively promote / improve multi agency working / forums with internal and external partners / services to address housing needs and prevention and relief of homelessness. Complete related grant funding bids and develop and implement any associated projects and initiatives with the aim of improving the housing advice and options service and outcomes. Assist in the drafting of reports and undertake presentations to all decision making/governance groups in relation to the housing advice and options service. General responsibilities Demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people s behavioural, physical, social and welfare needs. Comply with the clients policies and procedures including (but not limited to) safeguarding, financial regulations, promotion of equalities, customer care, agreed audit actions and health and safety (ensuring that reasonable care is taken at all times for the health, safety and welfare of yourself and other persons). Understand the clients committment to Corporate Parenting and take responsibility to support this commitment. Enable the council to be the best corporate parents possible to children and young people in our current and previous care. Carry out any other duties which fall within the broad spirit, scope and purpose of this job description and which are commensurate with the grade of the post. This job description reflects the major tasks to be carried out by the post holder and identifies a level of responsibility at which they will be required to work. In the interests of effective working, the major tasks may be reviewed from time to time to reflect changing needs and circumstances. Working Mondy to Friday 9am to 5.30pm If you feel you have the right skills for the role please apply via CV
Apr 20, 2026
Contractor
Our client is looking for an experienced Responsible for a Housing Advice and Options Manager. You will be inccharge of x5 Team Leaders, x1 Senior Landlord Liaison Officer, x1 Reviews Officer in the Directorate and Service area: Strategic Housing, Development and Property Services (Adults, Health Partnerships and Housing (DASS), and Children s Services) Ideally someone who is experienced in private rented sector access work, and who is feeling prepared for the changes coming on 1 May (Renters Rights Act). They are looking for a strong leader, and someone that can performance manager and drive forward service improvement. Principal responsibilities Responsible for the management, delivery and performance of a housing advice and options service, including casework and homelessness assessments, ensuring the client meets its statutory duties in line with legislation, guidance, caselaw and the Council s Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy. Ensure appropriate and prompt assessment of homelessness cases via a highly effective triage service, with a focus on effective crisis management and robust upstream prevention activity. Lead in the procurement, development, management and future improvements to the Council s housing advice and homelessness case management software systems. Responsible for the management and monitoring of the housing advice and options service, including performance against KPIs, collection of relevant data and production of reports. Ensure there are adequate service level agreements, data sharing agreements, partnership agreements and protocols in place for all key partner agencies of the housing advice and options service. Manage, motivate and lead a team of officers working across the housing advice and options service to achieve service delivery and positive results. Manage housing advice and options payments and budgets including forecasting expenditure, taking corrective action where pressures occur. Develop, coordinate, and deliver the clients Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy and essential policies relating to the housing advice and options service, and assist and support the development of wider directorate / corporate transformations, strategies, plans, policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements reflecting good practice. Actively promote / improve multi agency working / forums with internal and external partners / services to address housing needs and prevention and relief of homelessness. Complete related grant funding bids and develop and implement any associated projects and initiatives with the aim of improving the housing advice and options service and outcomes. Assist in the drafting of reports and undertake presentations to all decision making/governance groups in relation to the housing advice and options service. General responsibilities Demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people s behavioural, physical, social and welfare needs. Comply with the clients policies and procedures including (but not limited to) safeguarding, financial regulations, promotion of equalities, customer care, agreed audit actions and health and safety (ensuring that reasonable care is taken at all times for the health, safety and welfare of yourself and other persons). Understand the clients committment to Corporate Parenting and take responsibility to support this commitment. Enable the council to be the best corporate parents possible to children and young people in our current and previous care. Carry out any other duties which fall within the broad spirit, scope and purpose of this job description and which are commensurate with the grade of the post. This job description reflects the major tasks to be carried out by the post holder and identifies a level of responsibility at which they will be required to work. In the interests of effective working, the major tasks may be reviewed from time to time to reflect changing needs and circumstances. Working Mondy to Friday 9am to 5.30pm If you feel you have the right skills for the role please apply via CV
Senior Commercial Manager page is loaded Senior Commercial Managerlocations: GB.Glasgow.2 Atlantic Square York Streettime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-152435 Job Description Overview Take our vision into the future. The AtkinsRéalis Infrastructure Project Delivery Practice (PDP) is the centre of excellence for the delivery of infrastructure projects and combines the best in project management, commercial and design management to provide a full suite of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The team is responsible for delivery of design services across our markets of Water Infrastructure, Defence Infrastructure, Nuclear, Aviation, Energy, Rail (stations), and Urban Developments.We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Commercial Manager to join our North, Scotland and Northern Ireland (NS&NI) practice, based from our Newcastle office, who wants to take the next step in their career and further their responsibility for the delivery of projects from inception to completion. You will be an established Commercial Manager, with proven experience in successfully delivering projects. This role combines agile working from our NS&NI offices with time at client offices and sites.Our need to recruit comes from the success of our division and our pipeline and expected growth across a variety of sectors.A role within the Infrastructure PDP offers the opportunity to work on the full suite of projects that AtkinsRéalis delivers; be it refurbishment and new build projects; nuclear new build; defence; water projects and many more, which will enable you to demonstrate and progress your project management skills, knowledge, and experience.As a Commercial Manager you are likely to have several years of multi-disciplinary infrastructure project delivery experience, within a consultancy environment, and would be responsible for the Commercial Management for a portfolio of projects across the region during project implementation. Your role The successful delivery of the project commercial targets, following handover from bid/central commercial team. Assembling and owning the commercial aspects of project delivery for a portfolio of projects across the region, with regular reporting to Commercial leadership. Protecting the commercial interest of AtkinsRéalis, through support to the delivery of key contracts, with robust commercial processes. Resolve disputes and contractual interpretation issues. Working with Project teams, identify and manage matters that could pose a potential contractual/commercial risk to AtkinsRéalis, as well as identification of opportunities. Senior member of the project team - building, motivating, maintaining, coaching, guiding and developing the team towards solving problems and making decisions. Cognisant delivery of projects and tasks in accordance with the AtkinsRéalis Values; Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation. About you Commercial/Contract Management experience and understanding of the needs and approaches to engineering consultancy and design markets, including relationships with clients, work planning and commercial management Chartered status CEng, MRICS or equivalent. Market sector experience across a range of major projects. Understands and has experience in commercial management across various forms of construction contract, in particular NEC3 or 4 and/or bespoke forms of contract. Customer focused with excellent client relationship management skills, including the ability to understand client requirements. Strong understanding of principles of assurance and compliance as defined and applied within the relevant industry environment. Identifies new opportunities and growth propositions and brings value into the business by seeing these through to new work for themselves and others. Competent and confident to define the best way forward in a dynamic working environment. Self-motivated and able to work both independently and within a larger multi-discipline team. A hard working and flexible individual, who is a team player, possesses great attention to detail, is reliable, proactive and shows initiative whilst able to keep cool under pressure and when working to often demanding deadlines. Ability to manage and motivate a team and demonstrate good leadership qualities, including delegation without ambiguity. A supportive and encouraging approach to mentoring less experienced members of the team. Ability to adapt to different cultures and working environments to build rapport with clients. Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills both verbal and written. Collaborative approach to delivery of projects and commercial management. Be available to travel across the UK and work away from home on client sites when required. Rewards & benefitsExplore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. About AtkinsRéalisWe're , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Additional information Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis , we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Senior Commercial Manager page is loaded Senior Commercial Managerlocations: GB.Glasgow.2 Atlantic Square York Streettime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-152435 Job Description Overview Take our vision into the future. The AtkinsRéalis Infrastructure Project Delivery Practice (PDP) is the centre of excellence for the delivery of infrastructure projects and combines the best in project management, commercial and design management to provide a full suite of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The team is responsible for delivery of design services across our markets of Water Infrastructure, Defence Infrastructure, Nuclear, Aviation, Energy, Rail (stations), and Urban Developments.We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Commercial Manager to join our North, Scotland and Northern Ireland (NS&NI) practice, based from our Newcastle office, who wants to take the next step in their career and further their responsibility for the delivery of projects from inception to completion. You will be an established Commercial Manager, with proven experience in successfully delivering projects. This role combines agile working from our NS&NI offices with time at client offices and sites.Our need to recruit comes from the success of our division and our pipeline and expected growth across a variety of sectors.A role within the Infrastructure PDP offers the opportunity to work on the full suite of projects that AtkinsRéalis delivers; be it refurbishment and new build projects; nuclear new build; defence; water projects and many more, which will enable you to demonstrate and progress your project management skills, knowledge, and experience.As a Commercial Manager you are likely to have several years of multi-disciplinary infrastructure project delivery experience, within a consultancy environment, and would be responsible for the Commercial Management for a portfolio of projects across the region during project implementation. Your role The successful delivery of the project commercial targets, following handover from bid/central commercial team. Assembling and owning the commercial aspects of project delivery for a portfolio of projects across the region, with regular reporting to Commercial leadership. Protecting the commercial interest of AtkinsRéalis, through support to the delivery of key contracts, with robust commercial processes. Resolve disputes and contractual interpretation issues. Working with Project teams, identify and manage matters that could pose a potential contractual/commercial risk to AtkinsRéalis, as well as identification of opportunities. Senior member of the project team - building, motivating, maintaining, coaching, guiding and developing the team towards solving problems and making decisions. Cognisant delivery of projects and tasks in accordance with the AtkinsRéalis Values; Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation. About you Commercial/Contract Management experience and understanding of the needs and approaches to engineering consultancy and design markets, including relationships with clients, work planning and commercial management Chartered status CEng, MRICS or equivalent. Market sector experience across a range of major projects. Understands and has experience in commercial management across various forms of construction contract, in particular NEC3 or 4 and/or bespoke forms of contract. Customer focused with excellent client relationship management skills, including the ability to understand client requirements. Strong understanding of principles of assurance and compliance as defined and applied within the relevant industry environment. Identifies new opportunities and growth propositions and brings value into the business by seeing these through to new work for themselves and others. Competent and confident to define the best way forward in a dynamic working environment. Self-motivated and able to work both independently and within a larger multi-discipline team. A hard working and flexible individual, who is a team player, possesses great attention to detail, is reliable, proactive and shows initiative whilst able to keep cool under pressure and when working to often demanding deadlines. Ability to manage and motivate a team and demonstrate good leadership qualities, including delegation without ambiguity. A supportive and encouraging approach to mentoring less experienced members of the team. Ability to adapt to different cultures and working environments to build rapport with clients. Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills both verbal and written. Collaborative approach to delivery of projects and commercial management. Be available to travel across the UK and work away from home on client sites when required. Rewards & benefitsExplore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. About AtkinsRéalisWe're , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Additional information Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis , we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
A leading defence technology business requires a Senior Commercial Manager. Applicants need commercial contract management expertise gained within a defence technology setting, and knowledge of MOD contracting Strong hybrid working arrangements available. A site presence in Bristol required 1-2 times per month. This is an exciting full lifecycle commercial contracts role from supporting new bids/business activity, negotiation, contract management, change and close-out/disputes. Specific duties of the Senior Commercial Manager include: Liaison with bid and programme management function Deliver innovative and commercial strategies and solutions to support bids and working winning activities Serve as point of contact for the customer and foster strong relationships Commercial risk and contract mitigation activities Contract negotiations Change and post-signature activities Improve contract management process and governance Senior Commercial Manager should meet the following criteria: Commercial contract management experience, ideally within defence, space or technology An expert across the entire commercial contract lifecycle; bids/proposals/tenders, negotiation, change etc. Experience of both MOD and export bids Leadership qualities and gravitas Ability to provide commercial contractual support and governance to business and commercial teams Comfortable with hybrid working - travel to Bristol 1-2 times per month
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
A leading defence technology business requires a Senior Commercial Manager. Applicants need commercial contract management expertise gained within a defence technology setting, and knowledge of MOD contracting Strong hybrid working arrangements available. A site presence in Bristol required 1-2 times per month. This is an exciting full lifecycle commercial contracts role from supporting new bids/business activity, negotiation, contract management, change and close-out/disputes. Specific duties of the Senior Commercial Manager include: Liaison with bid and programme management function Deliver innovative and commercial strategies and solutions to support bids and working winning activities Serve as point of contact for the customer and foster strong relationships Commercial risk and contract mitigation activities Contract negotiations Change and post-signature activities Improve contract management process and governance Senior Commercial Manager should meet the following criteria: Commercial contract management experience, ideally within defence, space or technology An expert across the entire commercial contract lifecycle; bids/proposals/tenders, negotiation, change etc. Experience of both MOD and export bids Leadership qualities and gravitas Ability to provide commercial contractual support and governance to business and commercial teams Comfortable with hybrid working - travel to Bristol 1-2 times per month
Location: Central Birmingham (office based) Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part time (3 days a week) About the Practice This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established AJ100 architectural practice with their studio in Birmingham The practice is recognised nationally for delivering complex, high-quality projects across higher education, research, healthcare, commercial workplace, and large-scale retrofit and regeneration . The studio has a strong reputation for technical excellence, sustainability leadership and design quality , with award-winning projects including landmark higher education campuses, medical and life sciences facilities, specialist teaching buildings and city-centre workplace refurbishments across the UK. The Role The practice is seeking a qualified Architect to provide a strong emphasis on Quality Assurance , Principal Designer duties , and compliance with the Building Safety Act (BSA) , CDM Regulations 2015 and Building Regulations. This is a key role within the QA team, supporting delivery teams to ensure regulatory compliance, robust audit trails and high technical standards across the practice. Key Responsibilities Quality Assurance & Compliance Undertake QA reviews across projects practice-wide , supporting Project Architects and delivery teams Lead and support Building Regulations technical reviews , monitoring and following up compliance Monitor Common Data Environment (CDE) compliance, including naming conventions, workflows and version control Support checking and review of sub-consultant and subcontractor design packages Building Safety Act & Principal Designer Duties Act in support of the Principal Designer role under the Building Safety Act Collate, maintain and quality check Golden Thread information in line with BSA requirements Manage Mandatory Occurrence Reporting (MOR) processes and internal notifications Maintain Change Control Tracking and evidence logs Coordinate and maintain competency records for design team members Prepare and manage Design Risk Management schedules and supporting PD documentation Technical & Design Support Integrate technical, statutory and regulatory requirements into design and production information Provide fire compliance support , reporting and compliance checking Mentor staff on technical detailing, QA and compliance processes Assist with and deliver internal CPD sessions related to QA and BSA Collaboration & Practice Support Contribute to design reviews , QA committees and practice meetings Attend internal and external meetings, preparing agendas, minutes and action tracking Support project bids , including ITT responses and technical input with the Bid Manager Person Specification Essential RIBA Part 1 & Part 2 Architecture Degree & Diploma RIBA Part 3 Examination completed Strong understanding of Building Regulations , technical standards and health & safety frameworks Knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 Excellent organisational skills with outstanding attention to detail Experience using AutoCAD or similar Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project) Experience with SharePoint and file-sharing platforms Why Join Work on nationally recognised higher education, healthcare and research projects Strong QA culture with opportunities to shape best practice Supportive, collaborative studio environment across three UK offices Do not hesitate and apply today
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Location: Central Birmingham (office based) Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part time (3 days a week) About the Practice This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established AJ100 architectural practice with their studio in Birmingham The practice is recognised nationally for delivering complex, high-quality projects across higher education, research, healthcare, commercial workplace, and large-scale retrofit and regeneration . The studio has a strong reputation for technical excellence, sustainability leadership and design quality , with award-winning projects including landmark higher education campuses, medical and life sciences facilities, specialist teaching buildings and city-centre workplace refurbishments across the UK. The Role The practice is seeking a qualified Architect to provide a strong emphasis on Quality Assurance , Principal Designer duties , and compliance with the Building Safety Act (BSA) , CDM Regulations 2015 and Building Regulations. This is a key role within the QA team, supporting delivery teams to ensure regulatory compliance, robust audit trails and high technical standards across the practice. Key Responsibilities Quality Assurance & Compliance Undertake QA reviews across projects practice-wide , supporting Project Architects and delivery teams Lead and support Building Regulations technical reviews , monitoring and following up compliance Monitor Common Data Environment (CDE) compliance, including naming conventions, workflows and version control Support checking and review of sub-consultant and subcontractor design packages Building Safety Act & Principal Designer Duties Act in support of the Principal Designer role under the Building Safety Act Collate, maintain and quality check Golden Thread information in line with BSA requirements Manage Mandatory Occurrence Reporting (MOR) processes and internal notifications Maintain Change Control Tracking and evidence logs Coordinate and maintain competency records for design team members Prepare and manage Design Risk Management schedules and supporting PD documentation Technical & Design Support Integrate technical, statutory and regulatory requirements into design and production information Provide fire compliance support , reporting and compliance checking Mentor staff on technical detailing, QA and compliance processes Assist with and deliver internal CPD sessions related to QA and BSA Collaboration & Practice Support Contribute to design reviews , QA committees and practice meetings Attend internal and external meetings, preparing agendas, minutes and action tracking Support project bids , including ITT responses and technical input with the Bid Manager Person Specification Essential RIBA Part 1 & Part 2 Architecture Degree & Diploma RIBA Part 3 Examination completed Strong understanding of Building Regulations , technical standards and health & safety frameworks Knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 Excellent organisational skills with outstanding attention to detail Experience using AutoCAD or similar Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project) Experience with SharePoint and file-sharing platforms Why Join Work on nationally recognised higher education, healthcare and research projects Strong QA culture with opportunities to shape best practice Supportive, collaborative studio environment across three UK offices Do not hesitate and apply today
